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WTF is on my Mind?!

Mark Vicente
Cults
NXIVM
Narcissism
Narcissistic Abuse
Psychology
Bentinho Massaro
Mental Health
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Psychopathy
Spirituality
Coercive Control
Masculinity
Emotional Healing
Cult Psychology
Hollywood
Communal Narcissism
Childhood Trauma
Relationships
Sexual Assault
Ideology

Author, Speaker, Whistleblower and award-winning Director Mark Vicente was behind the sleeper hit “What The Bleep Do We Know?!” Several books have been written about the film’s remarkable grassroots marketing campaign, which led to its unprecedented success.Mark was born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1965. Taking his first photograph at age four, he quickly discovered his passion for being behi... more

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When I was waking up from NXIVM, Raniere and the people around him were turning on my wife Bonnie and trying to destroy our marriage. At one point she asked me where she stood in all of it. I checked in with myself, deeply, and... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Pollard
Coach, writer and recovering people pleaser known online as the People Displeaser.
Episode: Bottling Up Rage: Why People Pleasing Ends Badly w/ Nick Pollard
Carol Murchison
President of the International Cultic Studies Association, former corporate lawyer focusing on coercive organizations
International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA)
Episode: Inst@Guru: Bentinho Massaro Ep 14 - The Cult Assassin
Dr. Heather Berlin
Neuroscientist and clinical psychologist, associate clinical professor of psychiatry and neuroscience at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai
Episode: They Believe Their Own Lies: A Neuroscientist Explains Narcissism w/ Dr. Heather Berlin
Dr. Ramani
Dr. Ramani Durvasula, psychologist and author featured in the film and discussion
Dr. Ramani Network / Healing program
Episode: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: Dr. Ramani on Self-Blame, Grief, and Trauma Bonding
Evan Rachel Wood
Acclaimed actress, activist, and survivor advocating for survivors of domestic violence
Advocacy for domestic violence survivors; Phoenix Act contributor
Episode: Evan Rachel Wood: A Wolf in Wolf's Clothing
Aaron Abke
Spiritual teacher, former evangelical pastor's son, Law of One and A Course in Miracles practitioner
Independent spiritual teacher
Episode: Inst@Guru: Bentinho Massaro Ep 8 - Aaron Abke "Behind the Mask"
Jade Alectra
Yoga teacher and survivor sharing her experience in Bentinho Massaro's circle
Unknown ( Survivor interviewee )
Episode: Inst@Guru: Bentinho Massaro Ep 6 - Jade Part 1 "Empty Eyes"
Ivo van Woerden
Journalist and writer featured on the episode
De Volkskrant (Netherlands)
Episode: Inst@Guru: Bentinho Massaro Ep 4 - Ivo van Woerden "The Journalist"
Jacqueline Graham
Canadian mother of three, former follower in Bentinho Massaro's circle
Episode: Inst@Guru: Bentinho Massaro Ep 1 - Jacqueline Part 1 'The Seeker'

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Mark Vicente
Host of the show and interviewer; independent journalist/whistleblower platform; filmmaker/author.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Thought provoking

    Great podcast that has provoked many questions about human needs and desires and what we will do to obtain them. I watched the Narcissistic Playbook as well and it was fantastic and terrifying.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NevadaNelson
    United Statesa month ago
  • illuminating podcast

    Thank you Mark, your work helps people outhere understanding this plague which is narcissism and what terrible consequences they can have on normal individiuals, which are not necessarly aware whom they deal with from the very beginning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    finikka
    Finland2 months ago
  • Amazing!

    Just found this podcast after Mark was on Cults to Consciousness. What a thoughtful, smart pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @scthigpen
    United States3 months ago
  • Cult prevention for the 21st century

    This podcast is excellent for anyone wanting to learn more about high control and abusive group

    dynamics in person and online. Thank you for this podcast! I’m an educator and it has helped me a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnvdylfdr58932866
    United States3 months ago
  • Mind blown.

    There are a lot of pod cast out there and this one is a stand out. Thank you to the survivors for sharing your stories. Mark please keep it going as long as it’s health for you, can’t wait to see your new film.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    letia84
    United States3 months ago

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Editors and sponsors value the show for serious topic coverage and investigative rigor
Praise for deep, empathetic explorations of abuse and manipulation
Audience notes the host's ability to connect survivor stories with broader social patterns
Some critique calls for even more diverse guest voices and viewpoints
Listeners describe the show as a rare, thoughtful voice that lets survivors speak

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Bottling Up Rage: Why People Pleasing Ends Badly w/ Nick Pollard
Q: So how do you approach that with people, especially people that have been through a lot of pain, been through a lot of trauma, but they're starting to they they start to want more?
Pollard says growth happens whether people pursue it or not, and that the choice is whether they grow upward or downward. He frames improvement as a personal choice, not a requirement to become perfect.
Bottling Up Rage: Why People Pleasing Ends Badly w/ Nick Pollard
Q: Does that make sense the question?
Pollard says people can acknowledge that they were harmed while also taking responsibility for their lives now. He distinguishes victimization from a victim mindset and describes how he chose to stop treating trauma as an excuse for every outcome.
Inst@Guru: Bentinho Massaro Ep 8 - Aaron Abke "Behind the Mask"
Q: What should listeners look for to distinguish authentic spiritual guidance from coercive leadership?
Key indicators include humility, respect for free will, lack of coercive tactics (fear-mongering, threats, or NDAs aimed at silencing victims), transparent engagement with sources, and a consistent alignment between stated values and actions.
Inst@Guru: Bentinho Massaro Ep 8 - Aaron Abke "Behind the Mask"
Q: Did Bentinho have a genuine awakening, and how does that affect how we judge his behavior?
The guest suggests that mystical experiences can occur, but true transformation requires consistent embodiment and humility. Even with awakening experiences, ongoing patterns of manipulation and abuse undermine the integrity of the teachings and indicate a distance from genuine spiritual practice.
Inst@Guru: Bentinho Massaro Ep 8 - Aaron Abke "Behind the Mask"
Q: What is the Law of One, and why does it matter in this context?
The Law of One is framed as a cosmology that emphasizes unity and service to others; it is intended to guide spiritual growth. In this episode, the guest explains how its language and concepts were weaponized to manipulate and control followers, diverging from its stated ethics.

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The show curates deep-dive conversations around manipulation, coercive control, and narcissistic abuse within high-control groups and spiritual communities. Guests often recount personal experiences with charismatic leaders, shedding light on grooming, boundary violations, and systemic harm, while the host provides investigative context and calls for accountability. Notably, discussions frequently expose how spiritual language can mask exploitation, and episodes combine survivor testimony with expert analysis to illuminate patterns that audiences can recognize in real life. The program likely appeals to listeners seeking critical perspectives on wellness movements, cult dynamics, and the entertainment industry's power structures, often feat... more

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