This chapter delves into the childhood experiences of an individual, reflecting on moments of stealing and impulsively harming others with a pencil to release internal pressure. It touches on the lack of emotional connection, temporary euphoria after destructive acts, and the struggle to connect with positive actions, ultimately accepting apathy as a default state.
Patric Gagne is a sociopath, but she doesn’t fit the stereotype.
From a violent kid, to now a PhD and author - we track the unusual story of a sociopath who learned to be 'good'.
Plus, there's been some controversy and questions about the veracity of her PhD - so, we fact checked it.
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Guest:Patric Gagne, Author, Sociopath: A Memoir.
Credits:
- Presenter/Producer: Sana Qadar
- Producer: Rose Kerr
- Sound engineers: Tegan Nicholls and Ann-Marie de Bettencor