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Brad Carr Podcast

Brad Carrβ€’bradcarr.transistor.fm
Brad Carr interviews the world's best leaders. Guests include Navy SEALs, #1 New York Times bestselling authors, CEOs, and more. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts, and please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. In 2018, Brad Carr teamed up with the Navy Leadership and Ethics Center to produce 12 podcasts with guests featured on the Navy Reading List and Navy Movie List. Those episodes are archived here. DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this content are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency.
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165. Annie Jacobsen: NUCLEAR WAR. 72 Minutes to Live. How to Stop It.

Annie Jacobsen details the imminent threat of nuclear war. She is a Pulitzer Prize finalist and NYT bestselling author. RESOURCES DISCUSSED Nuclear War by Annie Jacobsen: https://amzn.to/4re0EKp Anne Applebaum interview: https://youtu.be/mqXOLNnqoeA Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show

Jan 27, 2026β€’1 hr 22 minβ€’Ep. 176

164. James Barrat: AI Safety Is Too Far Behind. We Win by Quitting.

James Barrat describes the damaging effects of artificial intelligence and how it threatens the existence of human life. RESOURCES DISCUSSED https://lieber.westpoint.edu/gospel-lavender-law-armed-conflict/ https://www.972mag.com/lavender-ai-israeli-army-gaza/ https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/03/israel-gaza-ai-database-hamas-airstrikes James' website: https://www.jamesbarrat.com/ James' book: https://amzn.to/4qpEpB4 Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get mor...

Jan 24, 2026β€’1 hr 23 minβ€’Ep. 175

163. Robert Orlando: Karl Marx - The Most Important Thinker of Our Time

Robert Orlando shares how Marxism conquered the world. He is the author of Karl Marx: The Divine Tragedy. Robert Orlando on Blitzkrieg: https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/documentary-filmmaking-primer/ Robert's website: https://www.robomantix.com/ Robert's book: https://amzn.to/3Nvt97F Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show

Jan 21, 2026β€’1 hr 29 minβ€’Ep. 174

162. Donna Anderson: Love Fraud. How Sociopaths Target Vulnerable Women.

Donna Andersen shares how to recognize and recover from relationships with sociopaths. Donna was married to a con man who stole from her, had at least six affairs, and committed bigamy. Donna's book: https://amzn.to/49EpawX Donna's website: https://lovefraud.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show

Jan 17, 2026β€’1 hr 23 minβ€’Ep. 173

161. Lionel Page: Gossip β€” How Psychopaths Attack Your Reputation

Why are psychopaths so skilled at telling lies? Professor Lionel Page explains gossip, lying, and the games of social life. Lionel Page's book: https://amzn.to/4bvCOVF Lionel Page on Substack: https://www.optimallyirrational.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show

Jan 15, 2026β€’1 hr 21 minβ€’Ep. 172

160. Marci Shore: Fascism Is Here. This Is Not a Drill.

Dr. Marci Shore describes the rise of fascism in our world. She is a professor at the University of Toronto's Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy. Anne Applebaum interview: https://youtu.be/mqXOLNnqoeA Marci Shore's website: https://munkschool.utoronto.ca/person/marci-shore Marci Shore's book: https://amzn.to/49pBlix Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp...

Jan 11, 2026β€’1 hr 39 minβ€’Ep. 171

159. Laura Spinney: How Languages Are Reshaping Our World

Laura Spinney, author of Proto: How One Ancient Language Went Global , discusses the power of Proto-Indo-European languages in our world today. She is a science journalist working at the intersection of linguistics, archaeology, and genetics. Laura Spinney's book: https://amzn.to/44ZWFZ7 Laura Spinney's website: https://www.lauraspinney.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp...

Jan 06, 2026β€’59 minβ€’Ep. 170

158. Paul List: JRR Tolkien's AI Warning for 2026. Kill Your Smartphone.

What was J.R.R. Tolkien's message in The Lord of the Rings? Paul List reveals Tolkien's prophetic warning about artificial intelligence. Paul List's book: https://amzn.to/4jaFWIl Paul List's website: https://www.readmountdoom.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp...

Jan 01, 2026β€’1 hr 26 minβ€’Ep. 169

157. Manvir Singh: How Shamanism Shapes the West

How is shamanism shaping our world today? Dr. Manvir Singh shares why shamanism is the timeless religion. Dr. Manvir Singh's book: https://amzn.to/45ny8NG Dr. Manvir Singh's website: https://www.manvir.org/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp Manvir Singh: Taboos, Shamans, Con Artists, Mythology, Origins of Dance Will Shamanism Replace Western Religions? | Dr. Manvir Singh...

Dec 29, 2025β€’1 hr 8 minβ€’Ep. 168

156. Peter Salerno: Narcissists Aren't Victims. They're Just Cruel.

Do Narcissists abuse people on purpose? Dr. Peter Salerno shares his findings regarding intentional abuse. Dr. Peter Salerno on genetics: https://youtu.be/yx-0px-ymtM Dr. Robert Plomin on behavioral genetics: https://youtu.be/V_JF5wM40xw Dr. Peter Salerno's book: https://amzn.to/4s3uUJ9 Dr. Peter Salerno on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrPeterSalerno Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show...

Dec 22, 2025β€’1 hr 3 minβ€’Ep. 167

155. James Kimmel, Jr. "Revenge Is for Pleasure!" How to Stop Craving Revenge.

How can we handle grievances and the desire for revenge? Yale University's James Kimmel, Jr. shares his research on addiction to revenge and how to find relief. The Science of Revenge by James Kimmel Jr.: https://amzn.to/4qdxdHA James Kimmel Jr.'s Website: https://www.jameskimmeljr.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39...

Dec 18, 2025β€’1 hr 25 minβ€’Ep. 166

154. Sunita Sah: "We're Wired to Comply!" Learn to Stand Up to Anyone.

How do we stand up for ourselves when it matters most? Cornell University's Dr. Sunita Sah shares research-backed strategies to resist undue influence. DEFY by Sunita Sah: https://amzn.to/3KZdhta Sunita Sah's Website: https://www.sunitasah.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39...

Dec 15, 2025β€’1 hr 11 minβ€’Ep. 165

153. Kurt Gray: Why We're Polarized. The Link Between Vulnerability and Outrage.

How can we disagree without endless fighting? Prof. Kurt Gray shares research-backed strategies to bridge the divide. OUTRAGED! by Kurt Gray: https://amzn.to/4oQCsvL Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39...

Dec 11, 2025β€’52 minβ€’Ep. 164

152. Darrell Bricker: Will Canada Fall Apart and Join the USA?

Will Canada fall apart and join the USA? Darrell Bricker discusses the threats to Canada's existence. Darrell Bricker's new book: https://amzn.to/3M04Jm7 Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39

Dec 08, 2025β€’1 hr 4 minβ€’Ep. 163

151. Dr. Helen Bond: Jesus' Forgotten Female Disciples (Women Remembered)

Dr. Helen Bond explores the way in which Mary the mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Martha and other women have been remembered in posterity. Helen Bond's podcast: https://www.biblicaltimemachine.com/ Helen Bond's book: https://amzn.to/3M04Jm7 Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39 00:00 In This Episode 00:49 Power Dynamics in the Time of...

Dec 04, 2025β€’1 hr 19 minβ€’Ep. 162

150. Rob Weiss: Sex/Love Addiction, Narcissism, Shame, Technology

Dr. Rob Weiss discusses the challenges of experiencing and treating sex addiction. Rob Weiss's website: https://seekingintegrity.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39 DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice fr...

Dec 01, 2025β€’1 hr 8 minβ€’Ep. 161

149. Caleb Scharf: Life Beyond Earth, AI, Shadow Biosphere, NASA

Astrobiologist Caleb Scharf discusses the most promising lines of study in the search for life beyond Earth. Caleb Scharf's book: https://amzn.to/4rn91UO Caleb Scharf's website: https://www.calebscharf.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39...

Nov 27, 2025β€’1 hr 1 minβ€’Ep. 160

148. Orion Taraban: People Don't Want Relationships. Give Them What They Want.

Dr. Orion Taraban discusses the emotional root of manipulation and the economic model of relationships. Orion Taraban's book: https://amzn.to/49xowmD Orion Taraban on YouTube: @psychacks Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39 DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitut...

Nov 24, 2025β€’1 hr 23 minβ€’Ep. 159

147. Doyne Farmer: Roulette, Chaos Theory, Global Economics, Oxford University

Oxford's J. Doyne Farmer discusses how he hacked roulette and applied those skills to predicting the global economy. Doyne Farmer's book: https://amzn.to/440nA6P Doyne Farmer's website: https://www.doynefarmer.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39...

Nov 20, 2025β€’58 minβ€’Ep. 158

146. Tim Fletcher: Soul Murder, Narcissists, Complex Trauma, Re-Parenting

Tim Fletcher discusses narcissism, soul murder, trauma and healing. He is founder and president of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthcare provider.----------------------------RELATED LINKSJennifer R. Young on Human Predators: https://youtu.be/i3wk1RdfHiIDr. Peter Salerno on Narcissis...

Nov 17, 2025β€’1 hr 24 minβ€’Ep. 157

145. Should We Gene Edit Human Beings? | Matthew Cobb

Matthew Cobb (University of Manchester) explores urgent issues in gene editing while illuminating the history of the field. His latest book is a biography of Francis Crick, co-discoverer of the structure of DNA. FRANCIS CRICK by Matthew Cobb: https://amzn.to/4hYusHy AS GODS by Matthew Cobb: https://amzn.to/482oB0d Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://ee...

Nov 13, 2025β€’1 hr 24 minβ€’Ep. 156

144. Dr. Steve Brusatte: Humanity’s Past & Future (If We Don’t Wreck It)

Steve Brusatte discusses the evolution humans and other mammals. He is the paleontology consultant for the Jurassic World films and a professor at University of Edinburgh. 00:00 In This Episode...00:29 Lessons for Modern Humans01:36 Human Intelligence09:14 The Unique Teeth of Humans10:54 How Paleontologists Assess Traits16:20 Human Sensory Advantages20:40 Why Do We Walk Upright?25:41 Evolution of the Human Diet28:09 Can We Use Obesity to Our Advantage?31:46 What Makes Humans So Social?34:09 The ...

Nov 10, 2025β€’1 hr 21 minβ€’Ep. 155

143. How Fragile Is the Chinese Communist Party? | Steven Mosher

Steven Mosher was the first American social scientist allowed to do research in the People's Republic of China in 1979. He is now blacklisted from China. Steven Moshers' book: https://amzn.to/3Ljxf1B Steven Mosher's Website: https://www.pop.org/make-birth-free/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq πŸ”” SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp βœ‰οΈ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39...

Nov 06, 2025β€’1 hr 12 minβ€’Ep. 154

142. Treating the Most Violent Psychopaths in Australia | Dr. Lars Bang Madsen

Dr. Lars Bang Madsen discusses the treatment of psychopathy in high-risk violent offenders. DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthcare provider. ---------------------------- RELATED LINKS Lars Madsen's Podcast: https://beyondthecrimepodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Hero's Journey Training: https://courses.schematherapytrainingonline.com/p/schema-therapy-for-...

Nov 03, 2025β€’1 hr 3 minβ€’Ep. 153

141. Why Real Trauma Is Rare and Resilience Is Common | Dr. George Bonnano (Columbia University)

Dr. George Bonnano of Columbia University discusses the expanding definition of trauma and how to become resilient.00:00 In This Episode00:31 The Evolution of PTSD Definitions05:37 Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)06:29 Most People Are Resilient08:06 Researching Resilience12:09 The Resilience Blind Spot17:21 Mental Health Professionals Underestimate Resilience18:54 The Resilience Paradox23:50 The Flexibility Mindset28:16 The Flexibility Sequence34:05 The Philosophy of Expressive Flexibility36:52 Teaching Re...

Oct 30, 2025β€’1 hr 5 minβ€’Ep. 152

140. Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson: Creationism, Darwinian Evolution, DNA, Harvard, Bioethics

00:00 Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson's Background01:27 The Dana Farber Cancer Institute02:31 Scientific Advances Since Charles Darwin08:31 Gregor Mendel's Findings15:52 The Double Helix19:53 The Argument Against Evolution26:56 Incremental Evolution Vs. Irreducible Complexity30:37 Creationism at Harvard40:16 How to Stay a Creationist?47:20 Ethics: CRISPR, In Vitro Fertilization, Stem Cells58:21 The Best Argument for Evolution1:06:55 find Nathaniel Jeanson online1:08:39 The Future of CreationismNathaniel's...

Oct 27, 2025β€’1 hr 12 minβ€’Ep. 151

139. Darren Magee: Narcissism, Dry Begging, Triangulation, Trauma Bonding, Manipulation, Recovery

Darren F. Magee exposes the tactics of narcissists such as dry begging, isolation, and triangulation. 00:00 In this episode... 00:48 How Narcissists Choose Victims 04:01 Eliciting Personal Information 05:13 Control, Domination, Validation 08:21 The Fantasy Is Not Real 11:14 Narcissism Vs. Psychopathy 15:38 Learn About Your Reactions 17:17 How Narcissists Erode Boundaries 31:38 Dry Begging. Narcissistic Bait. 40:11 Narcissist's Fear of Rejection 44:39 Setting Boundaries with a Narcissist 47:48 Da...

Oct 23, 2025β€’1 hr 14 minβ€’Ep. 150

138. Skeptoid's Brian Dunning: A Masterclass in Questioning Conspiracy Theories

Brian Dunning discusses how to effectively question conspiracy theories and educate others. He has hosted the award-winning Skeptoid podcast since 2006. 00:00 The Allure of Conspiracy Theories 01:21 Defining Conspiracy Theories 06:53 Researching Conspiracy Theories 11:04 The Moon Landing Debate 18:15 The Knights Templar and Freemasons 24:08 Government Oppression and Blame 25:38 Vaccine Misinformation and Public Health 32:21 The Absurdity of Conspiracy Theories 44:19 The Origins and Beliefs Behin...

Oct 20, 2025β€’1 hr 6 minβ€’Ep. 149

137. Dr. Mark Ettensohn: Is Narcissism Not Genetic? NPD Treatment?

Dr. Mark Ettensohn discusses developmental factors in narcissism. He covers the treatability of NPD and the human element in narcissism. 00:00 In this episode... 00:46 Genes and Narcissistic Personality Disorder 08:57 Genes and Lack of Empathy 12:31 Empathy Is Not Static 14:07 Aren't Narcissists Predatory? 16:19 Paranoid Anxiety and Annihilation of Self 22:59 Hunting and Luring People 26:41 Lack of True Intimacy 28:44 Trauma Therapy for NPD 32:11 Deception in Therapy 37:07 Can Narcissists Be Tre...

Oct 16, 2025β€’1 hr 21 minβ€’Ep. 148

136. Dr. Dan Schneider: Demons Are Cosmic Narcissists. The Liber Christo Method.

Dr. Dan Schneider discusses exorcism and spiritual warfare. He compares pathological narcissism to demonic possession.00:00 In this episode...00:49 Understanding the Role of Exorcists02:42 The Exorcism Checklist05:34 Human Nature and Original Sin12:14 The Power of Language in Spiritual Battles20:30 Facts and Fictions of Exorcism in Film25:35 Significance of the Priest's Stole39:52 The Manifestation of Demonic Possession41:47 Why would God allow this?44:38 Small Battles in the Greater War45:38 Wh...

Oct 13, 2025β€’1 hr 22 minβ€’Ep. 147
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