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The Skillful Art Of Manipulation | Mastering Psychology & Influence

In the realm of true crime, dark psychology, and mind manipulation, The Skillful Art of Manipulation is your immersive gateway into the chilling world of psychological thrillers, real-world mind games, and behavioral control. Hosted by Joe & Ryan, this gripping podcast and audiobook series dissects the tactics of emotional coercion, deception, and influence used in romance, business, politics, and beyond. Each episode unpacks how modern manipulators — from con artists and cult leaders to toxic

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14:46

The Scientology Insider: Reed Slatkin’s Investment Club

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2025/12/06

This three-chapter forensic true-crime series examines the rise and collapse of Reed Slatkin’s private investment club, a scheme built inside a community where trust held uncommon power. The story follows investigators as they uncover irregular records, missing trades, and a pool of money that grew only through personal referrals. It shows how Slatkin’s reputation as both an EarthLink co-founder and a respected Scientology figure gave him influence that shielded the operation from scrutiny.Across

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14:45

The Phantom Electronics Empire: Tom Petters

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2025/12/06

The Phantom Electronics Empire: Tom Petters traces the rise and collapse of one of the largest financial frauds in Minnesota history. The story follows how a businessman claimed to run a fast moving electronics operation that supplied major retailers. Investors believed their money backed real truckloads of products because the paperwork looked solid. Behind the scenes the documents that supported the business were fabricated. As investigators examined invoices, shipping records and internal emails,

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49:49

Next Level Lies: The Yield Investment Pitch

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2025/12/06

Next Level Lies: The Yield Investment Pitch follows how a polished financial opportunity grew into a network of trust, referrals and confident promises that drew in more than three hundred investors. The series traces how Patrick Regan and his team presented the Next Level and Yield products as safe and structured, offering steady returns backed by assets that were never shown. Early success created momentum, but delayed payouts, shifting explanations and missing documents raised doubts. As

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32:59

The Lawyer Who Sold Lies: Scott Rothstein

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2025/12/05

This is a nonfiction forensic account of Scott Rothstein, a Florida attorney who used wealth, political access, and the appearance of success to sell fake settlement investments. The story follows the rise of his law firm, the pressure inside its walls, and the slow spread of doubt as staff and investors begin to notice missing documents, shifting explanations, and delayed payments. The chapters trace how the image he built kept the scheme alive and how the silence of those around him allowed it to

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31:56

The Original Scam: Charles Ponzi and the Coupon Scheme

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2025/12/05

This nonfiction forensic series follows the rise and collapse of Charles Ponzi’s scheme in Boston during nineteen twenty. It opens with the packed crowds outside 27 School Street as ordinary workers and immigrant families arrive believing they have found a rare chance to double their savings. The chapters move through Ponzi’s early struggles, his discovery of international postal reply coupons, and the explosive growth of his investment company as thousands trust his promise of fifty percent returns

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42:26

The Offshore Knight: Allen Stanford’s Fake CDs

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2025/11/26

The Offshore Knight: Allen Stanford’s Fake CDs is a three-chapter nonfiction forensic investigation that traces the rise, deception, collapse, and global aftermath of one of the largest financial frauds in modern history. The series follows Allen Stanford, a Texas businessman who built an offshore banking empire in Antigua and convinced eighteen thousand investors that his high-yield certificates of deposit were safe and expertly managed. The story moves step by step through the carefully crafted

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35:31

he King of All Ponzis: Bernie Madoff

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2025/11/23

The King of All Ponzis: Bernie Madoff is a three-chapter nonfiction forensic series that breaks down the rise and destruction of the largest Ponzi scheme in modern financial history. Told in a clear, cinematic documentary style, the series follows the arc from Madoff’s carefully built reputation to the decades-long deception that devastated investors around the world.Chapter 1 reveals how Madoff used charm, steady returns, exclusivity, and industry prestige to shield himself from scrutiny. Chapter

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7:57

The Shocking Interrogation Of Master Manipulator

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2025/11/22

This episode peels back the layers of one of America’s most unsettling modern true-crime figures: Pamela Hupp. Known for her calm demeanor and calculated storytelling, Hupp’s life became surrounded by a series of mysterious and suspicious deaths — each one pulling her deeper into a web of lies, manipulation, and violent intent.We explore her connection to the brutal 2011 murder of her friend Betsy Faria, a case that initially sent an innocent man to prison. We examine the contradictions in Hupp’s

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8:00

Master Manipulators | Deadly Women

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2025/11/22

To the Master Manipulator is a chilling psychological true-crime portrait of two women who wield influence like a weapon. Outwardly calm, intelligent, and composed, they never touch blood, never commit the violence themselves — yet leave a trail of destruction through the men, children, and friends who fall under their spell. The story explores how their charisma becomes a cage, how trust becomes leverage, and how emotional dominance becomes deadlier than any weapon. This is a world where victims

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57:05

The Provocative CBS Radio Mystery Theater: Demon Lover

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2025/09/17

A calm, scene-led investigation of how “Demon Lover” from CBS Radio Mystery Theater built fear with silence, close-mic voices, and exact foley. This cultural history documentary follows the nineteen-seventies radio revival, E. G. Marshall’s steady hosting, and the production discipline that turned a late-night hour into a lasting audio drama touchstone. We trace clock sense, room mapping, restraint in music, and ethical framing, then translate those lessons for today’s earbuds and podcasts

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85:57

Fifteen Years, Ten Lies: A Journey Through Emotional...

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2025/09/05

In this gripping episode, we explore the theme of emotional coercion as a marriage unravels under the weight of ten years' worth of deception. A husband relies on manipulation and covert psychological tactics when his wife asserts her boundaries. This story chronicles the intricate dance of behavior, power dynamics, and communication tactics set against a backdrop of dark psychology. Through a series of intense moments — including calls, timestamps, and chilling details like a security light in a

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55:16

Real-Life Manipulation - Emotional Coercion in...

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2025/09/01

In this gripping episode of our limited series, we delve into the world of emotional coercion and covert psychological abuse, where love can turn dark. Listeners will hear compelling narratives from survivors who draw clean lines and maintain important boundaries against manipulative tactics often hidden in relationships. This audio experience features short, clear beats and focuses on real behaviors, avoiding sensationalism to provide an insightful look into the impact of manipulation in personal

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68:14

Homemade Goat Cheese: Farm-Fresh Chèvre in One Day |...

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2025/08/31

Learn how to make bright, smooth chèvre at home in just one day with our complete homesteading guide. This step-by-step tutorial covers clean milking, safe pasteurizing, curd handling, and proper drainage, ensuring you achieve a silky finish for your homemade cheese. With clear temperature guidelines and salt measurements, you can easily replicate this process for small batches. Perfect for those embracing sustainable living, backyard farming, and organic gardening, this episode equips you with

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29:51

Unraveling Elisabeth Báthory: The Dark History of the...

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2025/08/30

Delve into the dark history of Elisabeth Báthory, as we unveil the true crime narrative behind the infamous Blood Countess. In this episode, we provide a clear evidence-first look, separating court records from rumor. Discover how a winter raid, servant trials, and pamphlets transformed a noblewoman into a legendary figure marked by scandal and corruption. With dates plainly stated and sources meticulously named, we explore the hidden narratives that shaped this chilling story. This is more than

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58:13

Inside the Mind of a Psychopath: True Crime...

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2025/08/26

A clear, seven-chapter true crime psychology guide to manipulation and psychopathy. Learn how the mask works, how tactics land in daily life, how the engine of low fear and high reward drives control, and how to protect yourself at home, online, and at work. This is straight talk on patterns, proof, and recovery for readers who want clarity without noise

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58:29

Selective Disclosure: Navigating Emotional Coercion...

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2025/08/25

In this gripping episode, we delve into the intricacies of emotional coercion and manipulation within personal relationships. When a trusted friend leaks private information, boundaries become blurred, and power dynamics shift. Our protagonist navigates her charming partner's use of social posts as a tool for control, revealing the covert tactics employed in everyday interactions. This story isn't just about the tension of manipulation; it's a testament to the power of saying no and establishing

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188:53

Mirror Mirror: He Mirrors You Until You Disappear |...

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2025/08/20

In this episode of The Skillful Art of Manipulation, we delve into the unsettling realm of emotional coercion and dark psychology through the lens of obsession. When a lover mirrors your tastes — from food to music to your daily routes — these seemingly innocent acts can escalate into controlling behaviors. We explore how mirroring, love-bombing, and calculated timed arrivals create a psychological grip that tightens with each passing moment. Join hosts Joe & Ryan as they guide you through the

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88:25

Mirror Mirror: Boundaries and Exposure -...

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2025/08/19

Gifts flood your door. Pet names replace your name. A keypad beeps red. You set rules, confront in public, log times, file a case, and hold a week of silence. This Netflix-style suspense thriller in plain speech tracks manipulation, dark psychology, and social dynamics as pressure shifts to proof.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-skillful-art-of-manipulation-mastering-psychology-influence--6340942/support.

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100:29

Mirror Mirror: Obsession by Design - manipulation,...

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2025/08/18

A new lover agrees with every choice. Food, music, routes, even clothes. Small echoes feel sweet, then start to land too fast. By night drives and door pings, the pattern shows. Mirroring turns into pressure. Flowers stack. Pet names replace your name. A keypad beeps red.This is a Netflix-style suspense thriller told in plain speech. Episode 1 covers Chapters 1–6, from the first copy to the surge of gifts and future talk. You will hear the red flags of manipulation and dark psychology in real time,

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281:12

Gaslight Games — A Complete Manipulation Story of...

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2025/08/17

Gaslight Games is a 15-chapter psychological workplace drama where manipulation, betrayal, and resilience collide. Across the full story, we follow Ava — a determined woman trapped in an office war with a charming yet dangerous coworker. From subtle lies and public humiliation to a desperate fight for the truth, this complete series takes you inside the mind games, power plays, and high-stakes confrontations that can break a career — or redefine it. Keywords: manipulation, betrayal, workplace drama,

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