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The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

Isla Traquair
Narcissism
Sam Vaknin
Narcissistic Abuse
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Psychology
Psychopathy
True Crime
Narcissistic Injury
Therapy
Survivors
Prague
Zurich
Documentary
HG Tudor
Richard Grannon
Gaslighting
The Storyteller Narcissist's Playbook
Isla Traquair

OUT NOW: The fourth instalment in The Storyteller series, sees award-winning investigative journalist Isla Traquair uncover the truth behind the shocking exposé featured in the new documentary Narcissist's Playbook. An internationally respected professor of psychology, who claims to help people recover from narcissistic abuse, is unmasked as a wolf in saviour's clothing. Experience the investigati... more

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Old wounds - Australian director Ian Walker had to leave a hotel in the middle of the night and fly home from Europe due to the abuse he suffered while filming Sam Vaknin for the documentary I, Psychopath in the late 2000s. When Isla Traquair reached... more

The Wolf - there's no coming back from this explosive episode as the fake professor Sam Vaknin damns himself with his own words. For a man who claims to have an IQ higher than Einstein, he's been incredibly careless. There is no more hiding in plain ... more

Herculean Task - Sam Vaknin appealed to the filmmakers to focus their documentary on differentiating between the credentialed and the non-credentialed and goes as far to say it should be a crime to talk about narcissism online unless you are licensed... more

The horrors come to light - Richard Grannon was left grappling with his new reality after learning the details of the allegations of abuse against his former business partner. He's also shown written proof that Sam Vaknin knew he was infecting his pa... more

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Mark Vicente
Filmmaker, involved in The Narcissist's Playbook
Independent/Filmmaker
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Richard Grannon
Psychologist, survivor of narcissistic abuse
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Dr. Ramani Durvasula
Clinical psychologist and professor of psychology, expert on narcissism
Independent/Academic
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Sam Vaknin
Diagnosed narcissistic psychopath discussed as the subject of the case
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Isla Traquair
Host of The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook; investigative journalist.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Narcissists Playbook

    What an amazing podcast, brave and, insightful. Thank you for shining a light on such a monster. The details of how SV operated is truly the stuff of nightmares. Please may he get what he truly deserves in the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rainydays291
    United Kingdom4 days ago
  • Fantastic

    I am a long time fan of isla and this latest podcast doesn’t disappoint. Fabulously addictive story, so well thought out and orchestrated while always being so empathetic to victims of crime. A story very well told .

    I loved it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dubaidolly
    United Kingdom4 days ago
  • Important work by Isla

    The pacing and story arch are exceptional and lay out the insidious way that Narcissist engulf their victims. Highly recommended Isla and her Patreon for extra content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jam23477
    United Kingdom4 days ago
  • Detailed follow up to Mark Vicente's documentary Narcissist's Playbook by journalist Isla Traquair.

    The case of self-aware malignant narcissist Sam Vaknin's horrific psychological abuse of his patients is presented with clarity, insight and compassion for his many victims and survivors.

    Although Vaknin is an especially extreme case, he uses the common patterns of narcissistic abuse, which makes this fascinating listen potentially vital.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Trond
    4 days ago
  • The Storyteller: Narcissist’s Playbook

    Isla Sinclair is ever the professional and l love all her Podcasts. This Podcast has been both informative and gripping and also emotional in parts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HHNewPods
    United Kingdom4 days ago

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Survivor-centered resources and careful handling of trauma are frequently highlighted.
Some listeners feel questioning can be leading or overly pointed.
Listeners praise depth and courtroom-like storytelling, with strong interviews.

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#186
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#80
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#54
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#9
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Apple Podcasts
#127
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#235
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S4 Ep6: EP 6 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook
Q: Do narcissists feel remorse for what they have done to their victims?
Remorse is rare; when it occurs, it tends to be limited to concerns about outcomes or failure to manage a situation, not about harming the victim, and they may reframe as victimization or blame-shifting rather than genuine contrition.
S4 Ep6: EP 6 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook
Q: Do narcissists fear being found out or caught or exposed?
Yes, many narcissists experience something like imposter syndrome and fear exposure, but they often respond with strategic devaluation, gaslighting, or shifting blame rather than genuine remorse.
S4 Ep2: EP 2 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook
Q: How did the project evolve from an educational piece to a thriller-like revelation?
The team started with an emphasis on explaining narcissism but, through interviews and ongoing discoveries, realized the subject's manipulation ran deeper, leading to a dramatic shift where the expert character was revealed as a dangerous predator, changing how the audience experiences the story.
S4 Ep3: EP 3 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook
Q: What is your background and what makes you an authority on narcissism?
Sam Vaknin details over three decades of study in narcissism, describing himself as a grandfather of the field and outlining how his language and concepts shaped the understanding of narcissistic abuse.

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A hard-hitting true crime/documentary series that follows an investigative journalist as she uncovers and narrates high-stakes cases of narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and predatory behavior. Episodes blend survivor testimony, expert analysis, behind-the-scenes production details, and ethical debates around interviewing dangerous figures, with a focus on accountability, justice, and survivor support. Noteworthy is the real-time, courtroom-like storytelling and collaboration with filmmakers and psychologists to dissect manipulation tactics and the psychology of narcissism, often featuring world-renowned experts and survivors to provide rigorous context for listeners.

A standout for its meticulous, narrative-driven approach and willing... more

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