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PsycHacks

Orion Taraban
Relationships
Psychology
Men's Dating Double Bind
Mental Health
Courtship Process
Dating Culture
Personal Development
Relationship Dynamics
Emotional Intelligence
Rejection
Emotional Engagement
Conflict Resolution
Self-Knowledge
Career Guidance
Self-Discovery
Young Adults
Power Dynamics
Masculinity
Social Norms
Job Recruitment

Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides listeners with a brief, thought-provoking episode several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by my clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each episode to inspire listeners to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light.

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Latest Episodes

Most men live as if they have unlimited tomorrows – but the time to live is now. In this episode, I confront the illusion of future fulfillment and the trap of endless striving. All great and lasting works are produced after a man's second birthday: ... more

Why do women get frustrated when men try to offer them solutions? In this episode, I argue that relationships suffer when we ignore men's natural strengths and insist they conform to women's communication preferences. Therapeutic culture maintains th... more

Are you exhausted from trying to optimize every area of your life? In this episode, I discuss optimization fatigue and how constant self-improvement messaging quietly drains your energy. This is why you feel worse as you get better, even when you're ... more

Why are women consistently drawn to bad boys – even when they expressly say they want the opposite? Although bad boys are essentially intimidating and antisocial, their disregard stimulates women's emotions and their aggressiveness serves as a female... more

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Dr. Orion Taraban
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4.5 out of 5 stars from 735 ratings
  • January 2026

    The content isn’t bad, but the endless commercials are a form of torture. I can’t take it, I’m out.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Geoplanter
    United States2 months ago
  • Bad

    This guy is misogynistic. What a warped view of women.

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    1
    njuyrfcexxv
    United States2 months ago
  • Guys please don’t listen to it

    Some episodes are painful to hear. Orion justifies men poor behaviors. I’m open minded and always listen to various opinions, but this podcast is probably causing more harm than good to men-women relationships

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Celestinai
    United States2 months ago
  • Highschool would have been improved.

    For young minds and old alike. Interesting concepts and facts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikemontrealeastside
    Canada7 months ago
  • Phenomenal

    I learned way too much about man and women!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Newur
    Germanya year ago

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Audience reactions are mixed on controversial takes, with strong support from fans and significant critique from detractors.
Many find the content empowering and highly valuable for personal growth and relationship skills.
Listeners praise practical psychology insights and accessible explanations of complex ideas.

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Episode 559: She can cry (how to deal with an emotional woman)
Q: What does it mean to cultivate your dad sense?
It means quickly judging a situation to determine whether action is necessary or if it's best to do nothing when a woman cries.
Deep Dive 008: Dr. Robert Glover (authenticity, attraction, and nice guy syndrome)
Q: What if you're unattractive to women just as you are?
There is no universal standard of attractiveness, and self-improvement and confidence are key. Women are drawn to authenticity and genuine self-expression.
Deep Dive 008: Dr. Robert Glover (authenticity, attraction, and nice guy syndrome)
Q: What is a nice guy and what's so bad about it?
A nice guy is someone who doesn't believe he is okay as he is, often basing his self-worth on the approval of others, which can lead to unhealthy relationship dynamics.

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A provocative, psychology-forward show that tackles relationships, gender dynamics, self-improvement, and societal norms through a clinical lens. Episodes routinely explore how attraction, dating marketplaces, family economics, and personal development intersect with modern culture, often pushing listeners to reframe common assumptions about love, ambition, and personal responsibility. The host frequently blends philosophical ideas with practical guidance, occasionally courting controversy through controversial takes on gender roles and modern dating, while also delivering actionable advice and cognitive tools for everyday life.

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PsycHacks launched 5 years ago and published 613 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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