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How to Profile Dark Personalities - Dr Karen Mitchell

Jun 10, 2026•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 206
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Episode description

Dr. Karen Mitchell shares her extensive research on human predators, their traits, tactics, and how to identify and protect oneself from them. This conversation covers the misconceptions, brain science, and practical strategies to recognize and deal with dark personalities in society and personal life.

00:00 In This Episode
00:36 Introducing Dr. Karen Mitchell
00:55 Understanding Human Predators
09:40 The Misuse of Narcissism
17:17 The Brain and Behavior of Predators
25:13 Predators Hiding Behind Diagnoses
33:45 Recognizing Red Flags in Human Behavior
35:26 The Importance of Control in Relationships
40:24 How to Expose a Predator
48:08 Navigating Relationships with Predators
49:45 Grooming of Adults
53:49 Manipulative Intelligence
55:49 Personal Experiences with Predatory Behavior
1:05:16 Find Karen Mitchell Online
1:07:13 Resources for Understanding and Recovery
1:13:06 Further Recommendations

RESOURCES
Interview with Joe Navarro: https://youtu.be/zwnLQhOvboE
Previous Interview with Karen Mitchell: https://youtu.be/KcfuSbHbEoc
Dr. Karen Mitchell's book: https://kalmor.com.au/
Dr. Karen Mitchell's Ph.D. thesis: https://kalmor.com.au/s/Psychopaths-Narcissists-Machiavellians-Toxic-Leaders-Coercive-Controllers-Subsets-of-One-Overarching.pdf
Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq
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