Ep 255 - The History of Mental Illness Prior To The 1800s

What were mental institutions like prior to the 1800s? Mental health care has come a long way. We discuss the type of mental health treatment that was available, how the mentally ill were viewed by society, famous artist’s and monarchs who were rumored to be mentally unwell. We are a forensic psychology podcast that focuses on true crime, pop culture, and psychological analysis. Mental hospital

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Ep: 248 - Live Show #1: Relationship Questions - The Psychology of Relationships

Our very first Live Show! Relationship Questions Edition… We answer questions around personality shifts due to stress, money in relationships, and how to manage a Master’s Degree while being in a relationship.

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Ep: 244 - Spree Murder and The Georgia Spa Shootings - The Psychology of Spree Murder (Preview)

We discuss the Georgia Spa Shootings that left 8 people dead. Robert Long’s actions have been cast into the news as an example of the rise in hate crimes towards Asian Americans following the Covid-19 Pandemic. Is this a racially motivated hate crime?

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Ep: 227 - The Psychology of Paranoia - (Preview)

We explore the different levels of paranoia, key traits of paranoid thinkers, as well as the differences between paranoid psychosis and paranoid personality disorders. Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.

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Ep: 226 - The Psychology of Live-Streamed Suicide 2

This week Lou asked about live-streamed suicide and the motive behind ending one’s life on social media platforms, as well as the ramifications for those who encourage suicide on social media. We touch on some of the legal and social challenges associated with addressing live-streamed suicide.

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Ep: 225 - Murderous Parents & How to Erase Yourself from the Internet - The Psychology of Filicide and Cybersecurity (Preview)


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Ep: 225 - Murderous Parents & How to Erase Yourself from the Internet - The Psychology of Filicide and Cybersecurity - Psychology Podcast - Michael Drane - We are a forensic psychology podcast that focuses on true crime, pop culture, and psychological phenomenon - Unpopular Culture Podcast

In this week’s episode, the whole team is bringing the Stalkers some bona fide bonus content as we answer your questions from the Stalker Group. Sam asked about the case of Amanda Sharp-Jefferson and filicide--we discuss her case and the common reasons that people murder their children. Elijah inquired about the Netflix Documentary ‘The Social Dilemma’ and whether it is possible to remove yourself from the internet – we discuss data privacy, geolocation data, and the ‘not-so-secret’ problems with Google’s Incognito Mode.

Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show. 



Unpopular Culture Podcast is a psychology podcast hosted by Professor & Psychotherapistt Michael Drane. With help from professionals in different fields, he seeks to shine light into the broken underbelly of society.

Listen as he takes on the psychology behind subjects like:

True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis

Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. 

Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv analysis, movie analysis. 

We are an independent psychology podcast. Help us keep UPC free of ads and on the air. Please consider supporting the show and get access to our "Stalkers Only" archive, and help be a part of the creative process.

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Ep: 225 - Murderous Parents & How to Erase Yourself from the Internet - The Psychology of Filicide and Cybersecurity - Psychology Podcast - Michael Drane - We are a forensic psychology podcast that focuses on true crime, pop culture, and psychol…

Ep: 225 - Murderous Parents & How to Erase Yourself from the Internet - The Psychology of Filicide and Cybersecurity - Psychology Podcast - Michael Drane - We are a forensic psychology podcast that focuses on true crime, pop culture, and psychological phenomenon - Unpopular Culture Podcast

Ep: 221 - 4 Year Anniversary Show

UPC is turning 4 years old! To celebrate 4 years of Unpopular Culture, we are answering Stalker questions: What was our favorite episode to make? What if we had a device that controlled our emotions? How will Covid-19 impact future generations? These and more will be answered

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Ep: 211 - Living With Borderline Personality - The Psychology of Borderline Personality Disorder (Preview)

Borderline Personality can be extremely challenging for the person that has it, and also for the relationships in that person's life. In this episode: We discuss what it's like living with Borderline Personality.

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Ep: 206 - Generational Trauma - The Psychology of Family Trauma (Preview)

Can trauma be passed down through your family experience and bloodline? We discuss this through the lens of holocaust survivor’s children and grandchildren. We will also discuss OCD traits that are passed down in African Americans.

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Ep: 204 - Jeffrey Epstein “Filthy Rich” and The Unchecked Id - The Psychology of Jeffrey Epstein

We analyze the psychology behind the Jeffrey Epstein “Filthy Rich". Did he kill himself? Was it Murder? What kind of person would do this? Was he a psychopath? What was Ghislaine Maxwell's role.

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Ep: 203 - Cults vs Military (Preview) - The Psychology of Cults vs Military

In this episode we talk about the difference and similarities between cults and military. Both groups are known to break down their members to psychologically rebuild them.

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Ep: 201 - Diagnosing Batman - The Psychology of Batman (Preview)

We discuss possible diagnoses of Batman. Is Batman a Psychopath? Is he Depressed? Maybe he has PTSD? We psychoanalyze this iconic character. Michael Drane is a masters degree level counselor and has diagnosed and teaching diagnostics for years.

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Ep: 200 - The Trouble with Brain Implants- The Psychology of Elon Musk’s Neuralink

We discuss Neuralink. This is one of Elon Musk’s technologies that could reshape the future completely. What are the pros and cons of it? What is the worst-case scenarios. The possible medical uses for it. The possible military implications. How invasive is it? Can it be hacked?

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Ep: 189 - Psychology Mythbusters- Friendships are Fickle - The Psychology of Friendships (Preview)

These "facts" are found on the internet and social media. We discuss this interesting “Psychology Fact." When a new person enters your best friend's life, then your importance decreases." Is this true? Does it have anything to do with attachment? What do studies actually say?

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Ep: 181 - Coronavirus: Isolation Nation - The Psychology of Quarantine and Isolation

The Unpopular Culture Podcast is a Forensic Psychology Podcast. In this episode we talk about the Psychology of isolation and tips you can use to overcome the anxiety and depression that comes with being quarantined. During this pandemic please take care of your mental health, and your family.

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Ep: 180 - Stalker Report: Psych Myths & Intolerable Sounds (Stalker Preview Episode) - The Psychology of Intolerable Sounds


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On this episode, Andy and I answer some of our favorite messages that we've received from our beloved Stalkers. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, you name it! We hear you and we are here to answer life's strangest questions:  Why do some sounds feel like nails on a chalkboard? Why do I react so strongly to car horns? And my ~personal~ favorite, how long can you be mad at someone before you don't love them anymore? 

Give it a listen, send us your own thoughts/questions, and thank you for your support! 

As always, stay safe my friends. 



Unpopular Culture Podcast is a psychology podcast hosted by Professor & Psychoanalyst Michael Drane. With help from professionals in different fields, he seeks to shine light into the broken underbelly of society.

Listen as he takes on the psychology behind subjects like:

True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis

Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. 

Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv analysis, movie analysis. 

We are an independent psychology podcast. Help us keep UPC free of ads and on the air. Please consider supporting the show and get access to our "Stalkers Only" archive, and help be a part of the creative process.

Support the Show! —> patreon.com/upcpodcast 


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Ep: 170 - Abusive Relationships 101 - The Psychology of Abusive Relationships

We talk about abusive relationships. We discuss the types of abusive relationships, warning signs, relationship dynamics, and crisis management.

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Ep: 169 - 6 Tips for Healthy Relationships -The Psychology of Healthy Relationships (Preview)

1.Knowing What You Want. 2.Asking For What You Want. 3.Negotiating Conflict Wants. 4.Getting Information 5.Saying No In A Way That Protects The Relationship.6. Acting According To Your Values

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Ep: 164 - Is My Child A Serial Killer? - The Psychology of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (Preview)

We discuss Conduct Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Do they commonly occur in childhood? Does that mean your kid will lead a life of crime or worse? We give case examples and share experience. Most kids with O.D.D. go on to live happy, successful lives.

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Ep: 153 - (Stalker Preview Episode) Animal Love - The Psychology of Pet Ownership


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Is it normal to go through emotional withdrawal when away from your pets? Michael, Ashley, and Andrew talk through this question from Stalker Amanda & discuss the psychology behind pet ownership.

We will also give personal stories of our own pets. Of the three of us who is the bigger pet lover? Cats or dogs? And insight on how to curb this anxiety.


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UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on:

True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis

Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. 

Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv analysis, movie analysis. 

We are an independent psychology podcast. Help us keep UPC free of ads and on the air. Please consider supporting the show and get access to our "Stalkers Only" archive, and help be a part of the creative process. 

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