This week on Psychobabble , we welcome Katy Faust , founder and president of Them Before Us , the leading international voice defending children’s rights in family policy . Katy is a mother of four, and a reluctant public figure, forced into the spotlight after blogging anonymously about controversial family issues. Rather than retreat, she stood firm. She’s since testified before the UN, international parliaments, and filed amicus briefs for the U.S. Supreme Court, all to promote one clear mess...
Jul 16, 2025•33 min
In this episode of Psychobabble, I’m joined by Dr. Iain McGilchrist , a british psychiatrist, neuroscientist, Oxford literary scholar, and one of the most original thinkers of our time. Before training in medicine, Dr. McGilchrist was a Fellow of All Souls College, Oxford, specializing in English literature. He later became a consultant psychiatrist at the Maudsley and Bethlem Royal Hospitals in London. His landmark book The Master and His Emissary (2009) explores the divided brain and how left-...
Jul 02, 2025•52 min
In this episode, I speak with Bettina Arndt about the rise of false domestic violence allegations, the gender bias in the justice system, and what the data really shows. If you're a Psychobabble Insider, click the link below to access the members-exclusive video on the fake rape crisis and get early access to Part 2 in the Borders or Borderliners series. Upgrade and become a Psychobabble Insider! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonu...
Jun 18, 2025•39 min
In this episode, I trace how psychology lost its scientific footing and became a tool for ideological conformity. What are the consequences of elevating subjective narratives over objective standards and how did we go from a field that once aspired to be a science to one that now trains activists before clinicians? If you’re a Psychobabble Insider, follow us to the members-exclusive section by clicking the link below and let’s get into Internal Family Systems Therapy! Harmless inner dialogue or ...
Jun 04, 2025•34 min
Dr. Joseff Witt-Doerring is a psychiatrist and former pharmaceutical industry insider who now specializes in treating adverse reactions to psychiatric medications and helping patients safely taper off them through his practice, TaperClinic. In addition to his clinical work, he runs a large YouTube channel where he provides in-depth guidance and support for people dealing with psychiatric drug injuries, offering videos and insights that are virtually absent from the rest of the field. In this epi...
May 21, 2025•44 min
This episode takes a closer look at how the trauma diagnosis has changed — and what that change reveals about psychiatry, culture, and identity. We examine how PTSD became one of the most widely claimed conditions in modern mental health. It’s a deep dive into where the field started, where it is now and the direct consequences that has on patients. 👇 Paid members : Watch the exclusive bonus video “What Actually Treats Trauma” — including my take on EMDR, exposure therapy, and building real res...
May 07, 2025•29 min
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Apr 23, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 36
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hannahspier.substack.com Everywhere you look, people are talking about how female friendships are falling apart—and how deeply lonely many women have become. At the same time, romantic relationships are more fragile, marriage is often delayed or rejected, and men and women feel further apart than ever. So what’s going on? In this episode 35, we take an evolutionary look at how women are wired to bond and the consequences of modern fem...
Apr 09, 2025•29 min
In this episode of Psychobabble , I’m joined by Dr. James Orr, associate professor at the University of Cambridge and chair of the Faculty of Divinity. We talk about the philosophical rot at the heart of modern psychiatry, the spiritual crisis today, the failure of modern clergy and the false promises of therapy. Get your nails done to perfection and get in shape at this luxury gym while ordering your stunning new custom made art piece for your home with a discount using the promocode “psychobab...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 19 min
In this episode of Psychobabble , we break down the interview that led to a flood of complaint letters demanding psychologist Holger Richter be fired. We talk about the surge in mental health diagnoses over the past 20 years, particularly among young, left-leaning women, and critiques the narcissism embedded within certain self-identifications. We discuss the feminization of therapy, the political dynamics shaping modern mental health. Holger also shares his firsthand experience of being targete...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 3 min
In episode 32, I sit down with Stephen J. Shaw , data scientist and filmmaker behind The Birth Gap , to continue the crucial discussion we started at the ARC conference panel: What are the factors shaping women’s reproductive choices today? The numbers are staggering! We explore why this is happening and the emotional toll of unplanned childlessness. We also discuss Hungary’s pro-family policies, the role of feminism in shaping these trends, and the lies women are told about fertility and career...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Enjoy your “LILLELØRDAG” with a fresh episode of Psychobabble! This one builds on one of the most important pieces in my work, Why I Am The Antifeminist Psychiatrist . It lays out exactly how modern feminist narratives contribute to the mental health struggles of women today. When women set their lives up according to feminist principles and ideas, they often find themselves battling symptoms of psychological distress. Through three case studies—Stacy, the anxious student; Penelope, the burned-o...
Feb 12, 2025•40 min
Have you also noticed how kids who are way too old are having public tantrums? Gentle parenting is everywhere, praised for its focus on empathy, respect, and understanding. But why is this approach so appealing to Millennials and Gen Z? In this episode, I break down the misconceptions and fundamental misunderstandings behind gentle parenting and take a closer look at what the research supports. What is necessary to raise well-adjusted kids? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this...
Jan 29, 2025•32 min
Norway is often hailed as the world’s most egalitarian country, a feminist success story built on decades of progressive policies and bold reforms. But what’s the real cost of this equality? In this episode, I take you through Norway’s rise to egalitarian superpower—examining the key feminist-driven measures since 1978 and presenting the freshest data on gender equality today. We will dive deep into the numbers and uncover the unintended consequences of Norway’s feminist experiment. Whether you’...
Jan 15, 2025•38 min
In this episode of Psychobabble , I’m joined by Dr. Carrie Gress , author of The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us . We begin by exploring the pathologies of early feminists and how their personal struggles shaped the movement’s ideology, before delving into feminism’s surprising Marxist roots. Dr. Gress reveals how feminist leaders adopted communist tactics like emotional manipulation and class warfare, reframing gender roles into a narrative of victimhood and oppressio...
Jan 01, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Join Suzanne Venker and me for a great conversation about some of the biggest questions women face today. What happens when you and your spouse have different visions for your lifestyle or priorities? What are the pitfalls of keeping separate finances in marriage? How can you handle the identity shift that comes with motherhood and balance ambition and family life without the fear of losing yourself in the process? Suzanne Venker is a celebrated author, speaker, and relationship coach whose thou...
Dec 11, 2024•54 min
I often find myself in conversations where the question of why it's “such a big deal” to teach gender ideology to kids in school is broached, and it's easy to be taken off guard. To help parents in these difficult discussions, in this episode I lay out the psychological impacts of teaching gender ideology with tools for mothers (and fathers) to engage effectively with teachers and other parents. In the second half, we hear from Harrison Tinsley, a Californian dad who won custody of his son in a ...
Nov 27, 2024•31 min
In this Psychobabble episode, I sit down with , Dr. Anthony Daniels also known as Theodore Dalrymple — a psychiatrist, former prison doctor, and acclaimed author known for his incisive critiques of modern psychology and societal trends. We discuss misconceptions in psychology, the links between fatherlessness and criminality, the roots of addiction, why some women tolerate domestic violence and the nature of criminal behaviour and human agency. It’s another long episode, here are the timestamps ...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 41 min
In this episode, I bring a personal parenting challenge to Tom now that my son has started preschool, with the conversation unfolding like a real therapy session. Together, we explore why traditional discipline methods can backfire with spirited boys and which approaches can help them thrive. Tom shares compelling research on the feminized structure of schools and its impact on boys, from how reducing recess hinders their focus to the surprising effects of stereotype threats in the classroom. Th...
Oct 29, 2024•50 min
In this episode, I sit down with Tammy Peterson , a mother, matriarch, and host of her own podcast, where she is on a mission to help women find their path. Together, we discuss the profound emotional and societal challenges women face as they transition through the different phases of life, from maiden to mother to matriarch. Tammy shares her personal experiences of motherhood, the shift from raising a baby to guiding a child, and how illness can actually strengthen family bonds rather than div...
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 55 min
In episode 21, we explore key portrayals of wives and mothers in media from the late 1980s to the 2010s, revealing how these depictions consistently undermined and devalued the roles of housewives and stay-at-home moms. We’ll explore how iconic shows and films glorify career-driven women and single motherhood, while casting traditional mothers as oppressed, unhappy, or incomplete. These portrayals have shaped societal perceptions, leaving young women with few positive models of fulfilled, respec...
Oct 01, 2024•44 min
In episode 20 of Psychobabble , we sit down with Dr. James Nuzzo , a published researcher and expert in exercise science and Men’s Health, to discuss his widely read paper ““ Woke” nomenclature in health research ." Dr. Nuzzo shares his first-hand experiences navigating social justice-driven research and battling with peer reviewers who prioritize politics over science. From the frustrations of trying to get published to the broader consequences on patient care, we explore how ideological bias i...
Sep 18, 2024•50 min
Ep.19: There's a new trend making headlines that's reached jaw-dropping heights: parents openly expressing regrets about having children, with their stories splashed across the media. Therapists are joining in, often distorting psychological principles to validate these feelings. In this post, we examine the rise of this narrative, its impact on societal norms, and what it reveals about our changing views on family, responsibility, and personal fulfillment. This is a public episode. If you'd lik...
Sep 04, 2024•28 min
Ep. 18. In this episode of "Femme Fail," we team up with Norwegian journalist and political commentator Rebecca Mistereggen to explore the dating challenges in feminist Norway. Rebecca bravely shares her personal experiences as a 36-year-old newly single woman, navigating the modern dating market, and we discuss whether she might be a "femcel," based on a poll she conducted with her 30,000 Twitter X followers. We also dive into why some women find themselves single later in life —where Rebecca a...
Aug 21, 2024•31 min
In this episode, we tackle the challenges of raising boys in a world filled with misinformation and distorted understandings about gender. We have the pleasure of speaking with Tom Golden, a renowned therapist and author with over 30 years of experience in men's emotional health. Tom shares his expertise on how boys process emotions differently than girls, highlighting the importance of "shoulder to shoulder" activities for better communication and emotional bonding. We'll discuss how mothers ca...
Aug 07, 2024•44 min
I’m joined once again by the insightful Dr. Stephen Baskerville, who dives into the themes of his latest book, "Who Lost America? Why the United States Went Communist and What to Do About It." Dr. Baskerville shares his thoughts on how the radical left seized control, the impact on civil liberties, and the ongoing lawfare against conservative figures. In this episode, you'll also hear a deep dive into the degradation of the family unit, particularly focusing on fatherlessness in the black commun...
Jul 23, 2024•36 min
As so many people cut ties with their parents, this trend is something we have to address. We explore the rise in young adults accusing their parents of being narcissists, uncovering what lies behind these claims and what they are really saying. We discuss the relationship between narcissism and the Big Five personality traits, and compare clinical criteria with popular checklists from social media. We also delve into the development of these unhealthy family dynamics, but also what can be done ...
Jul 10, 2024•30 min
In this episode of Psychobabble, host Hannah Spier delves into the intersection of faith and therapy, examining how spiritual practices can be integrated into modern psychotherapy. Hannah is joined by Rabbi Eliyahu Gross, a respected religious leader and dayan from Israel, who shares his insights on the importance of faith in mental health. They discuss the role of psychedelic research in spirituality, the challenges of integrating spiritual practices in therapy, and the therapeutic benefits of ...
Jun 26, 2024•45 min
I'm delighted to share another episode of Psychobabble with you, the podcast that uncovers bad therapy and false narratives in psychology and psychiatry! This episode is being released a day early due to the Jewish holiday of Shavuot on Wednesday. We couldn't delay this exciting episode, as we have Adam Coleman joining us—a former IT professional turned influential thought leader. Adam is the author of "Black Victim to Black Victor," a book that addresses complex issues surrounding race, culture...
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 29 min
Join us for an insightful episode of Psychobabble as we explore the transformative world of psychedelic therapy. We start with the latest neuroscientific findings on how psychedelics impact the brain, followed by their efficacy in treating various mental health conditions and achieving long-lasting remission. We delve into the interplay between spirituality, religion, and therapy, highlighting both the benefits and risks of psychedelic treatments. Learn about contemporary spiritual practices in ...
May 29, 2024•35 min
