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Psychiatrist analyzing how cultural trends and modern therapy incentivize dysfunction. hannahspier.substack.com
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PsychobabbleSame-Sex Parenting, Surrogacy and the Child's Voice
This week on Psychobabble, we welcome Katy Faust, founder and president of Them Before Us, the leading international voice defending children's rights in…
PsychobabbleHemispheres and the Rise of the Medical Administrative Complex
In this episode of Psychobabble, I'm joined by Dr. Iain McGilchrist, a british psychiatrist, neuroscientist, Oxford literary scholar, and one of the most…
PsychobabbleFalse Accusations with Bettina Arndt
In this episode, I speak with Bettina Arndt about the rise of false domestic violence allegations, the gender bias in the justice system, and what the data…
PsychobabbleHow Psychology Became Ideology
In this episode, I trace how psychology lost its scientific footing and became a tool for ideological conformity. What are the consequences of elevating…
PsychobabbleUnspoken Realities Of Psychiatric Medications: Risks, Withdrawal and Recovery
Dr. Joseff Witt-Doerring is a psychiatrist and former pharmaceutical industry insider who now specializes in treating adverse reactions to psychiatric…
PsychobabbleHow We Got Safe Spaces and Trigger Warnings
This episode takes a closer look at how the trauma diagnosis has changed — and what that change reveals about psychiatry, culture, and identity. We examine how…
PsychobabbleDo Feminists Care About Women?
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hannahspier.substack.com 🎧 The full audio remains freely accessible to all subscribers — simply…
PsychobabbleThe BBF Delusion
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hannahspier.substack.com Everywhere you look, people are talking about how female friendships are…
PsychobabbleThe Myth of Mental Illness: A Conversation With Dr. James Orr
In this episode of Psychobabble, I'm joined by Dr. James Orr, associate professor at the University of Cambridge and chair of the Faculty of Divinity. We talk…
PsychobabblePsychologist Exposes Ideological Bias
In this episode of Psychobabble, we break down the interview that led to a flood of complaint letters demanding psychologist Holger Richter be fired. We talk…
PsychobabbleWhy 40% of Women Will Never Have Kids
In episode 32, I sit down with Stephen J. Shaw, data scientist and filmmaker behind The Birth Gap, to continue the crucial discussion we started at the ARC…
PsychobabbleHow Feminism Causes Psychopathology in Women
Enjoy your "LILLELØRDAG" with a fresh episode of Psychobabble! This one builds on one of the most important pieces in my work, Why I Am The Antifeminist…
PsychobabbleGentle Parenting: Normalizing The Devouring Mother
Have you also noticed how kids who are way too old are having public tantrums? Gentle parenting is everywhere, praised for its focus on empathy, respect, and…
PsychobabbleThe Cost of Gender Equality: What Norwegian Feminists Won't Tell You
Norway is often hailed as the world's most egalitarian country, a feminist success story built on decades of progressive policies and bold reforms. But what's…
PsychobabbleUnpacking Feminism's Marxist Roots
In this episode of Psychobabble, I'm joined by Dr. Carrie Gress, author of The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us. We begin by…
PsychobabbleThe Cost of Independence: Marriage and Motherhood in Modern Times
Join Suzanne Venker and me for a great conversation about some of the biggest questions women face today. What happens when you and your spouse have different…
PsychobabbleWhy We Shouldn't Teach Gender Ideology
I often find myself in conversations where the question of why it's "such a big deal" to teach gender ideology to kids in school is broached, and it's easy to…
PsychobabbleThe Godfather of Psychobabble on the Real Roots of Addiction, Crime and Radicalization
In this Psychobabble episode, I sit down with , Dr. Anthony Daniels also known as Theodore Dalrymple — a psychiatrist, former prison doctor, and acclaimed…
PsychobabbleIn Therapy with Tom Golden: Navigating the Feminized School System
In this episode, I bring a personal parenting challenge to Tom now that my son has started preschool, with the conversation unfolding like a real therapy…
PsychobabbleTransitioning Through Womanhood: From Maiden to Matriarch
In this episode, I sit down with Tammy Peterson, a mother, matriarch, and host of her own podcast, where she is on a mission to help women find their path…
PsychobabbleWhy TV Housewives Are Failing Modern Women
In episode 21, we explore key portrayals of wives and mothers in media from the late 1980s to the 2010s, revealing how these depictions consistently undermined…
PsychobabbleThe Rise of Woke Medicine: Dr. James Nuzzo on Social Justice in Academia
In episode 20 of Psychobabble, we sit down with Dr. James Nuzzo, a published researcher and expert in exercise science and Men's Health, to discuss his widely…
PsychobabbleRegretting Parenthood: Cultural Decay or Honest Reflection?
Ep.19: There's a new trend making headlines that's reached jaw-dropping heights: parents openly expressing regrets about having children, with their stories…
PsychobabbleFemme Fail: Navigating the Feminist Superpower - Am I A Femcel?
Ep. 18. In this episode of "Femme Fail," we team up with Norwegian journalist and political commentator Rebecca Mistereggen to explore the dating challenges in…
PsychobabbleFighting Back: Nurturing Boys in a Feminist World
In this episode, we tackle the challenges of raising boys in a world filled with misinformation and distorted understandings about gender. We have the pleasure…
PsychobabbleThe Radical Left's Coup
I'm joined once again by the insightful Dr. Stephen Baskerville, who dives into the themes of his latest book, "Who Lost America? Why the United States Went…
PsychobabbleWhy Are So Many Parents Being Labeled Narcissists?
As so many people cut ties with their parents, this trend is something we have to address. We explore the rise in young adults accusing their parents of being…
PsychobabbleConnecting to God: Integrating Faith and Therapy for Better Mental Health
In this episode of Psychobabble, host Hannah Spier delves into the intersection of faith and therapy, examining how spiritual practices can be integrated into…
PsychobabbleThe Journey From Black Victim to Black Victor
I'm delighted to share another episode of Psychobabble with you, the podcast that uncovers bad therapy and false narratives in psychology and psychiatry! This…
PsychobabblePsychedelics and the Divine: A Therapeutic Revolution
Join us for an insightful episode of Psychobabble as we explore the transformative world of psychedelic therapy. We start with the latest neuroscientific…
PsychobabblePsychiatric Drugs Unmasked with Robert Whitaker
Robert Whitaker challenges the prevailing narrative surrounding mental illness, particularly the widely accepted theory of chemical imbalances. Through…
PsychobabbleThe Mental Load Fallacy: Understanding Working Mother's Dissatisfaction
In this episode, we're delving deep into the popular concept of "mental load". First, we uncover how this issue is addressed today by showing you videos of…
PsychobabbleWPATH exposed: Mia Hughes on Transgender Healthcare and Psychiatric History
Recently, hundreds of messages from an internal forum inside the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) was leaked to the think tank…
Psychobabble#8 Science Schmience with Dr. Sc. Eyal Spier
Get ready for the most entertaining episode of "Psychobabble" yet! Ever found yourself annoyed at someone proclaiming "it's science!" about a radical idea?…
PsychobabbleFrom Shtetls to Selfies: The Pathogenesis of Modern Selfhood
I'm thrilled to bring you this conversation with Dr. Carl Trueman, a distinguished author, theologian, and ecclesiastical historian. His book, 'The Rise and…
PsychobabblePrincess Propaganda with Faith Moore
Join us for a discussion on a topic that's at the heart of modern parenthood: the evolving portrayal of princesses in children's media. I sat down with Faith…
PsychobabbleGraham Linehan On The Current Comedy Landscape And The Impact of Cancel Culture
In this episode of Psychobabble we delve into the intricate world of comedy, taboo topics, and censorship with Graham Linehan, renowned comedy writer and…
PsychobabbleScamdinavia
Do you ever wonder what life is really like in Scandinavia? Join us on a journey as we peel back the layers of misconception and reveal the reality of Norway…
PsychobabbleNavigating Identity, Career, and Family: Expert Advice for Modern Women With Suzanne Venker
Psychobabble Season 2 is back with a riveting episode that delves into the complexities of modern womanhood. We have the pleasure of introducing Suzanne…
PsychobabbleDaycare Debunked with Erica Komisar
In this episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom surrounding the development of children and explore the impact of daycare on their early years. Renowned…
PsychobabbleMom Guilt and Self-Forgiveness
In the inaugural episode of Season Two of "Psychobabble" with your hostess, Hannah Spier, we delve into the pervasive guilt and shame that plagues modern…
PsychobabbleAbout The Miraculous New Weight Loss Drugs
For the second episode of our two-part series of "What Should I Tell My Daughter," we now explore the realities of popular diet drugs Ozempic and Wegovy. With…
PsychobabbleAbout Losing Weight Fast
In this episode of the "What Should I Tell My Daughter?" podcast, we are joined by Professor Dr. med. Gottfried Rudofsky, an esteemed expert in internal…
PsychobabbleAbout Living Amidst Sirens
Join us for Episode 17 of 'What Should I Tell My Daughter?' as we discuss the Israel-Hamas war and its profound impact on the lives of those living in the…
PsychobabbleAbout the Sexual Revolution and Breakdown of the Family with Stephen Baskerville, PhD
In this episode of "What Should I Tell My Daughter?" we sit down with Dr. Stephen Baskerville, an accomplished scholar renowned for his expertise in…
PsychobabbleAbout Becoming a Powerful Woman with Fleur Hassan Nahoum
In this captivating episode of "What Should I Tell My Daughter?" we welcome a distinguished guest whose journey to empowerment in one of the world's most…
PsychobabbleAbout Feminism with Janice Fiamengo
In this thought-provoking episode of What Should I Tell My Daughter, we shine a spotlight on the work of an inspiring individual, Janice Fiamengo. She is a…