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Intentionally Disturbing

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Mental Health
Resilience
Childhood Trauma
Sexual Abuse
Human Behavior
Psychology
Disturbing Experiences
Adverse Childhood Experiences
FBI
PTSD
Domestic Violence
Grief
Father Absence
Mediumship
Prison Reform
Spirituality
Therapy
Orange County
Violence In Prisons
Predatory Behavior

Join me on this podcast as I navigate the murky waters of human behavior, current events, and personal anecdotes through in-depth interviews with incredible people—all served with a generous helping of sarcasm and satire. After years as a forensic and clinical psychologist, I offer a unique interview style and a low tolerance for bullshit, quickly steering conversations toward depth and darkness. ... more

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Latest Episodes

Today Leslie is answering more of your questions, this time focusing on child safety, both in the home and outside of the home. Topics include: safeguarding kids from predators, manipulation, online threats, and promoting healthy boundaries and aware... more

This week, we're revisiting one of our more disturbing episodes.

Leslie welcomes Seth Gehle to his podcast to tell his story. A survivor of horrible childhood rape, Seth tells Leslie the whole story up to his recent recovery and reclaiming his stor... more

This week on the podcast, Leslie speaks with Sarah Adams, known online as Mom Uncharted. Sarah was recently named on Time 100's Creators List for 2025, and she talks about the dangers of putting images and oversharing your children online. Sarah and ... more

This week Lesllie speaks to 'Samantha,' a woman who got caught up in the drug trade in Mexico and was almost murdered by her employers. Samantha tells Leslie about how she got caught up in the drug trade, being shot 9 times, and her hopes for the fut... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Adams
Known online as Mom Uncharted and was recently named on Time 100's creators list for 2025.
Episode: Sarah Adams, Mom Uncharted: Get Your Kids Off The Internet
Lisa Mercer
A medium who communicates with the deceased.
Episode: Lisa Mercier: I See Dead People.
Uldouz Wallace
Actress, model, comedian, and activist
Foundation Raw
Episode: Uldouz Wallace, iCloud Hack Survivor
Dr. Leslie
Clinical psychologist and podcast host
Intentionally Disturbing
Episode: Uldouz Wallace, iCloud Hack Survivor
Kristina Finch Bloom
Canadian content creator and wife of the president of TikTok Canada
TikTok Canada
Episode: Kristina Finch Bloom: Follower Turned Friend
Donald Trump
Former President of the United States
Episode: Kristina Finch Bloom: Follower Turned Friend
Justin Trudeau
Prime Minister of Canada
Episode: Kristina Finch Bloom: Follower Turned Friend
Big Homie Cece
A former bodyguard sharing insights on the dangers in the entertainment industry.
Episode: Big Homie, Diddy's ex-bodyguard
Seth Gehle
Speaker, author, combat veteran, and national award-winning construction professional
Episode: Seth Gehle: Reclaiming His Story

Host

Dr. Leslie
Forensic Psychologist and host of Intentionally Disturbing, combining a unique interview style with a low tolerance for bullshit, steering conversations toward depth and darkness, while appreciating wit and sarcasm.

Reviews

2.5 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Obnoxious

    Obnoxious

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gatacinco
    United Statesa month ago
  • Recommend!

    Love this podcast! Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DC0785
    United Statesa month ago
  • Credibility blown

    I enjoyed it until you interviewed a scam artist delusional woman who “talks to dead people “. Stop it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cat lady68
    Canadaa month ago
  • Fake and tasteless

    Why are you bubbly? This is not “bubbly” content. You are a grown woman. Deceptively playing dumb is an insult to your audience, your guests, and your sponsors.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mala Costraca
    United Statesa month ago
  • I think it’s worth listening to.

    Reading some of these other reviews, I don’t understand that hate. There’s banter coming from both sides so the host isn’t making fun of anyone. People with trauma laugh about their trauma. If we didn’t it would eat most of us alive. I find her interviews informative. I guess not everyone enjoys the delivery of what’s being said and choose to focus on that versus what’s being said. I’d recommend this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cait_91
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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The host's disarming humor is a unique touch amidst serious topics, making for engaging conversations.
While some reviews criticize the depth of dialogue, many are drawn to the authenticity and relatability of the topics discussed.
Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis combined with levity but also express concerns about the interview process and organization of discussions.

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Apple Podcasts
#222
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#182
Switzerland/True Crime

Talking Points

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Sarah Adams, Mom Uncharted: Get Your Kids Off The Internet
Q: What are your recommendations for age appropriateness for Internet?
Sarah advocates delaying smartphones and social media until later teenage years and emphasizes the importance of digital literacy as well as monitoring children's media consumption.
Sarah Adams, Mom Uncharted: Get Your Kids Off The Internet
Q: How did you get into it? How did this become your focus?
Sarah started discussing online parenting practices and children's privacy after feeling uncomfortable about what parents were sharing on social media, which evolved into a dedicated mission to raise awareness about the dangers of child exploitation.
Uldouz Wallace, iCloud Hack Survivor
Q: What is the PROTECT Act?
The PROTECT Act aims to verify age and consent of individuals depicted in adult content, requiring swift removal of non-consensual content and implementing technology to prevent its upload.
Uldouz Wallace, iCloud Hack Survivor
Q: How did you find out that the photos and videos were leaked?
Uldouz learned about the leak while at a shoot when friends notified her with screenshots of the leaked material, leading her to a moment of deep despair.
Q and A: How To Keep Yourself and Others Safe
Q: What can you do to keep yourself safe online?
Dr. Leslie recommends various services that help clean personal information from the internet and emphasizes the importance of being cautious with social media sharing and online communications.

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1. Sarah Adams
2. Lisa Mercer
3. Uldouz Wallace
4. Dr. Leslie
5. Kristina Finch Bloom
6. Donald Trump
7. Justin Trudeau
8. Big Homie Cece

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