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Manipulation doesn't announce itself. It shows up mid-sentence, mid-meeting, mid-argument — and by the time you realize what happened, it's over.
Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski — communication experts with 50+ years of combined experience — break down the tactics manipulators use and hand you specific, practical techniques to respond in real time. No therapy-speak. No "just set boundaries" advice that sounds great on paper and falls apart the second someone pushes back.
Each episode tackles a specific manipulation tactic — gaslighting, shame, trust erosion, reframing, and more — and gives you the language and strategy to hold your ground while it's happening. Not after. Not in hindsight. Right now, in the moment.
Whether it's a coworker, a partner, a family member, or someone you can't walk away from, this show teaches you to recognize the play and change the outcome.
You can't change the manipulator. You CAN change the outcome.
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| Episode | Date |
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Protection against Conflation and Dictating Feelings
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Aug 26, 2026 |
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Smiles, Stonewalls & the Gish Gallop: Manipulation Tactics in the Owens–Wilson “Debate"
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Aug 17, 2026 |
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Should Anyone Ever Be Manipulative?
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Aug 11, 2026 |
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Navigating Conflict with Civility
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Aug 04, 2026 |
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Robin and Dennis Talk Manipulation with Divorce Attorney Evan Schein
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Jul 22, 2026 |
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Grey Rock Is a Technique. Outwitting Is the Strategy.
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Jul 16, 2026 |
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Outwitting the Manipulator: How One Woman Took Back Her Power Without Fighting
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Jul 08, 2026 |
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The Trust Trap: How Manipulators Win You Over Before They Use You
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Jun 22, 2026 |
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The Shame Trap: How Manipulators Use Your Deepest Insecurities Against You
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Jun 15, 2026 |
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The Hidden Cost of Being Liked
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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Who’s Controlling Your Attention?
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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The Gold Medal Apology: When “I’m Sorry” Becomes a Weapon
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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Sandy Rosenthal and the Truth About Katrina
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Feb 13, 2026 |
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From Manipulator to Man of Discipline: Gethro’s 400-Day Reset
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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You Can’t Litigate Love: Finding the Ghosts Behind Family Fights
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Nov 21, 2025 |
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Battle for Your Brain: Curiosity, Courage, and Control
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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Escape the Timeshare Trap: How to Spot the Manipulation—and Get Out
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Fact vs. Feeling: Outsmarting Manipulators Word by Word
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Sep 26, 2025 |
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"Liked or Respected? The Manipulator’s Favorite Dilemma"
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Sep 15, 2025 |
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Defending Against Manipulative Questions
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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Brittanie's Battle with a Manipulator
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Aug 13, 2025 |
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Less Is More: Outsmarting Manipulators with Brevity
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Jul 22, 2025 |
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Rules and Values In Manipulation
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Jun 26, 2025 |
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Kelly: A Survivor's Story
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Apr 28, 2025 |
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Rights, Responsibilities, and Manipulation
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Apr 03, 2025 |
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Mastering Manipulation: Gethro LaCroix's Journey to Authenticity
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Mar 21, 2025 |
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Navigating Male Aggression and Manipulation
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Mar 06, 2025 |
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Dealing with Backlash: How to Respond When a Manipulator Pushes Back
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Jan 24, 2025 |
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Overcoming Manipulation: A Conversation with Angela Lanuto
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Dec 19, 2024 |
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Holiday Manipulation: Safeguarding Your Joy
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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Navigating Manipulation: Insights from Andrew’s Journey
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Nov 19, 2024 |
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Media and Workplace Manipulation with David Yas
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Oct 24, 2024 |
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The Power of Curiosity
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Oct 08, 2024 |
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It’s Not Your Fault, I’m just going to blame you!
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Sep 23, 2024 |
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Why Are You Tolerating Manipulative Communication?
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Sep 13, 2024 |
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Tests and Traps of Manipulation
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Sep 05, 2024 |
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The Benefits of Manipulation
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Aug 23, 2024 |
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Indentifying Manipulative Word Choice and Nonverbal Tactics
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Recognizing Your Own Manipulative Behaviors
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Jul 16, 2024 |
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Protecting Your Emotions: How to Avoid Being Overwhelmed
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Jul 09, 2024 |
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Understanding and Countering Emotional Manipulation
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Jul 01, 2024 |
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Manipulation in Dating
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Jun 23, 2024 |
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Manipulation is Everywhere
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Jun 14, 2024 |
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Is It Really ’For Your Own Good’?
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Jun 07, 2024 |
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How Much Does Manipulation Cost?
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Jun 03, 2024 |
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Sticks & Stones - Dealing with Name-Calling
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May 24, 2024 |
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Mastering Manipulation: Dissecting Netflix’s ’Baby Reindeer’
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May 15, 2024 |
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Passive Aggression as Manipulation
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May 15, 2024 |
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Is Your Relationship Healthy or Manipulative?
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Apr 26, 2024 |
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Murdering the Messenger
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Apr 19, 2024 |
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Aggression - and Manipulation - in Sports
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Apr 13, 2024 |
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Navigating the Maze of Manipulation and Persuasion
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Apr 05, 2024 |
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Why Does Society Reward Manipulators?
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Mar 29, 2024 |
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Curiosity, Critical Thinking & Courage
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Mar 22, 2024 |
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A False Sense of Urgency
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Mar 13, 2024 |
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Compliance in Your Own Manipulation
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Mar 09, 2024 |
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Between Paranoia and Trust
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Mar 01, 2024 |
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Protecting Your Reputation
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Feb 21, 2024 |
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Manipulation on Valentine’s Day!
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Feb 13, 2024 |
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Social Media: Preying on Our Insecurities
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Jan 09, 2024 |
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Manipulation in the Holiday Season
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Nov 22, 2023 |
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A Childhood of Manipulation
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Oct 06, 2023 |
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Conquering the Fear of Speaking
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Aug 29, 2023 |
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Manipulation in Business
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Jul 25, 2023 |
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Manipulating Through Inertia
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Jul 10, 2023 |
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Dealing With a Narcissist
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Jun 26, 2023 |
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The Backhanded Compliment
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Jun 26, 2023 |
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A Young Target of Manipulation
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Jun 26, 2023 |
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Communication as a Weapon
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May 17, 2023 |
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The Dangers of Love Bombing
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May 17, 2023 |
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The Specter of Complicity
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Apr 18, 2023 |
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A Tale of a Manipulative Father
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Mar 23, 2023 |
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All About Manipulation
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Feb 28, 2023 |
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The Importance of Listening
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Dec 28, 2022 |
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Techniques You Can Use Against Manipulators
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Dec 21, 2022 |
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Paralanguage: Manipulation by Facial Expression
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Dec 14, 2022 |
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Redefining Reality: Yes, You Are Losing Your Mind!
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Dec 07, 2022 |
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Invalidation and Dictating Feelings
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Nov 30, 2022 |
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‘Love Bombing’ and Other Manipulative Tactics
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Nov 23, 2022 |
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Contextual Tactics of the Manipulator
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Nov 16, 2022 |
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Common Conversation Manipulations
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Nov 09, 2022 |
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Humor Hurts
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Nov 02, 2022 |
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The Four Most Terrible Tactics Used To Manipulate
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Oct 26, 2022 |
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Persuasion vs. Manipulation
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Oct 18, 2022 |
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What Makes You A Target For Manipulation?
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Oct 12, 2022 |
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What is Manipulation?
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Sep 08, 2022 |