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Inside the Psychopathic Mind

Drs. Jason Smith and Carl Gacono
Psychopathy
PCLR
Female Psychopathy
Ted Bundy
Charles Manson
Sunset Strip Killers
Rorschach
Forensic Psychology
Female Offenders
Psychopathy Checklist-Revised
Cindy James
Denmark
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Andrea Yates
Steve Pankey
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Hermann Rorschach
Rorschach Inkblot Test
Yochelson and Samenow
Tallahassee

Inside the Psychopathic Mind is hosted by two seasoned psychologists, Drs. Carl Gacono and Jason Smith. In concise, engaging episodes, the podcast explores psychopathy across theory and practice—including female psychopathy, assessment instruments, real cases from the past, stories ripped from the headlines, and current controversies. Drawing from research, clinical experience, articles, guest per... more

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In this episode, we are joined again by Dr. Michael Segal. We deep dive into some biases, logical fallacies, and thinking errors people present with female offenders. We go through some myths about female psychopaths to better help our listeners.

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In this episode, we are joined again by Dr. Tod Roy and we discuss the seriousness of postpartum depression, insanity cases, and how Andrea Yates despite the crime would not be considered psychopathic. We also discuss the legal experts in the case an... more

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Michael Segal. He has worked a psychologist and Warden in federal prison settings as well as a probation officer. He provides his unique insights to these various roles and how he helps manage and educate those a... more

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Cynthia Mathieu an expert on psychopathy in workplaces and on the corporate psychopath. We discuss her work, the harm these individuals cause, discuss some possible thoughts on female corporate psychopaths, and t... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Segal
Licensed clinical psychologist; former warden and probation officer
Sessions with Segal (partner) / Creative Corrections (consultant)
Episode: A Warden/Probation Officer's Perspective of Psychopathy
Dr. Cynthia Mathieu
Industrial-organizational psychologist and professor of organizational behavior
University of Quebec in Canada
Episode: Corporate Psychopaths
Michael S.
Clinical psychologist from Denmark, with 20 years in forensic psychology; extensive work with PCLR and Rorschach
Clinic of Forensic Psychiatry, Copenhagen; Greenland experience
Episode: Cultural Differences in Psychopathy
Robin Warder
Creator and host of The Trail Went Cold
The Trail Went Cold
Episode: Inside the Cold Trail II: The Mysterious Case of Cindy James
Winifred Rule
Author of Born to Destroy; regular Psychology Today contributor; survivor of familial psychopathy
Episode: Surviving Female Psychopaths with Winifred Rule
Todd Roy
Psychologist guest expert
Episode: Ted Bundy: What the Rorschach Inkblots Revealed
Tod Roy
Retired clinical and forensic psychologist
Independent/Retired
Episode: Charles Manson: The Final Interview

Hosts

Jason Smith
Host of Inside the Psychopathic Mind; co-host; clinical psychologist with Maverick Psychology affiliation; self-hosted by two psychologists.
Carl Gacono
Co-host; psychologist specializing in forensic and clinical psychology; author; Maverick Psychology affiliation; involved in Inside the Psychopathic Mind.

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Surviving Female Psychopaths with Winifred Rule
Q: What are the differences you've observed between men and women who are psychopathic in your experience?
I believe the female psychopaths are often more clever, charming, and capable of a broader range of manipulation, including social aggression and covert tactics, which can differ from male patterns.
Surviving Female Psychopaths with Winifred Rule
Q: How did you discover the concept of psychopathy and begin matching it to your experiences?
It took years, including therapy and reading extensively; I kept diaries that revealed a pattern aligned with psychopathic traits, which I then mapped to the characteristics described by experts.
Surviving Female Psychopaths with Winifred Rule
Q: Could you tell us just a little bit about your book, Born to Destroy, and what it covers?
It contains 53 teaching vignettes drawn from my life with a mother and sister who were highly psychopathic, organized to show patterns and traits of psychopathy in real-life scenes, making the concepts accessible and practical for readers.
Inside the Cold Trail: Steve Pankey & Jonelle Matthews
Q: What was it like to discover that someone like Steve Pankey had actually subscribed to your Patreon before his identity was publicly known?
Robin describes the shock and surreal nature of realizing a killer could be listening to her show, and reflects on how this intersection of podcasting and real crimes raises ethical and safety considerations for hosts.
Inside the Cold Trail: Steve Pankey & Jonelle Matthews
Q: So Robin, what initially drew you to this case and to the Trail Went Cold format?
Robin explains that the appeal was solving puzzles through a mix of original research, additional information beyond TV shows, and a focus on cases still unsolved, which keeps the content fresh and impactful for families and investigators alike.

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This show centers on psychopathy through a blend of theory, clinical practice, and case studies, with a balance of research-driven discussion and practical insights. Across episodes, hosts dissect assessment tools, gender differences in psychopathy, high-profile cases, and controversial topics, often weaving in real-world clinical anecdotes, forensic context, and thoughtful critique of sensationalism. Notable strengths include a rigorous, evidence-based approach delivered in accessible language, and a willingness to challenge myths with structured tools like the PCLR and Rorschach discussions, while also featuring guests who add diverse perspectives from authors, survivors, and forensic experts. The format is well-suited for professionals i... more

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2. Dr. Cynthia Mathieu
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