Thank you to today’s sponsors: Paleovalley: 30 for $36 at https://paleovalley.com/lisa You know that split-second when someone seems “perfect” (charming, vulnerable, smart) but your gut says run? Ever wondered how even the smartest women end up dating (or almost marrying) master manipulators, narcissists, or even psychopaths? Homie, this is your episode. Our guest this week is world-renowned forensic psychologist Dr. Eric Hickey. He has sat face-to-face with some of the most dangerous serial killers and predators in history, and what he reveals will blow your mind. This conversation pulls back the curtain on exactly how these men fool even the experts, the subtle red flags women miss, and why emotional needs can become our biggest blind spots. You’ll learn the psychological traps predators use, why low self-esteem isn’t just about looks, and the powerful, tactical moves you can make to protect yourself (and your friends). No fluff, only hard truth and big empowerment. Here’s exactly what we dive into: - The mind games even trained professionals fall for (and how to outplay the player) - How trauma from childhood creates cycles of control, both for women and for men - The personality traits that attract manipulators (and the mindset shift that disrupts those patterns) - Real-world tactics for spotting red flags online, in public, and in your own relationships Follow Dr. Eric Hickey: Website: https://darkmatterspodcast.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/darkmatters.truecrime YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Dr.EricHickey Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu: Website: https://www.lisabilyeu.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Want to search through every episode, explore specific topics, or ask me questions directly? Check out my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu WARNING: I will never ask for your contact info in the comments section. That’s 100% a scammer.