The Jordan Harbinger Show

776: Kevin Dutton | The Wisdom of Psychopaths Part One

Jan 10, 2023

Kevin Dutton, a psychologist and author renowned for his work on the psychology of evil, dives into the captivating world of psychopathy. He discusses how a con artist father ignited his interest in these complex minds. Dutton explains that psychopaths can thrive in various professions, from surgeons to spies, and often excel at persuasion. He also explores the dual nature of psychopathy, illustrating how certain traits can be advantageous, while emphasizing the importance of ethical boundaries in leadership. A thought-provoking conversation you won't want to miss!

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Kevin Dutton

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

Pressure and Resilience in Sports

13min

Rethinking Psychopathy: Traits and Triumphs

10min

The Dual Nature of Psychopathy

13min

Tax Relief and Fitness Solutions

2min

Understanding Psychopathy on the Spectrum

16min

Exploring Psychopathy and Building Connections

2min

Kevin Dutton (@therealdrkev) is a psychologist and author known for his research on the psychology of evil and the science of charisma. His latest book is The Wisdom of Psychopaths: What Saints, Spies, and Serial Killers Can Teach Us About Success. [This is part one of a two-part episode. Keep an eye out for part two later this week!]

What We Discuss with Kevin Dutton:

How having a con artist father who never lost his cool sparked Kevin's interest in understanding the mindset of the psychopath.
What Kevin means when he says that psychopaths understand the "words but not the music" of emotion.
Contrary to popular belief, psychopaths aren't necessarily violent. They could be a surgeon or a killer, a firefighter or an arsonist. (Or even a professor or an ax murderer.)
Why psychopaths are often excellent at persuasion and identifying weakness in others.
What percentage of the population exhibits psychopathy, and how psychopaths can actually be useful for society.
And much more...

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