The Sisyphus 55 Podcast

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• The Psychology of Gaslighting (feat. Willis Klein) 26.05.2026 52min

  Klein, W., Li, S., & Wood, S. (2023). A qualitative analysis of gaslighting in romantic relationships. Personal Relationships, 30(4), 1316-1340. Specifically talk about it around 25 minutes and 42 minutes Klein, W., Wood, S., Forget, A. A., & Bartz, J. A. (2026). A historical review of gaslighting: Tracing changing conceptualizations within psychiatry and psychology. Clinical Psychology Review, 102742. Was under review when we filmed - accepted and early access now Kle...
• Incels, FOMO, and the Crisis of Isolation - Meadhbh Park 06.03.2026 1h

  Maeve's Work: She has been in the field of countering violent extremism (CVE), focusing on prevention and practitioner research, for the last five years. She wrote a book titled Black Pilled Masculinity Media and Incels, which breaks down the ideology and includes interviews with 32 young self-identified incels. She sees the incel community as an "extremist misogyny, manosphere" space and focuses on understanding the people involved in these spaces. The conversation covers: The "Black Pil...
• How To Find Meaning In Life - According to Science! (with Dr. Tatjana Schnell) 27.03.2025 57min

  In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tatjana Schnell, a leading researcher in the psychology of meaning, to talk about what it really means to live a meaningful life. We explore how people navigate existential crises, the different ways we construct meaning, and why the experience of belonging is so central to our well-being. This conversation is both intellectually rich and deeply human — a reflection on what keeps us going when things feel uncertain, empty, or directionless. Support the...
• Defeating Political Doomerism (with Marianne Williamson) 22.01.2024 33min

  Marianne Williamson is a candidate running for the Democratic nomination for President of The United States in 2024. She’s a successful entrepreneur, bestselling author, political activist, and globally influential spiritual thought leader. For over three decades, she has been a leader in spiritual and progressive circles. She is the author of 15 books, four of which have been #1 New York Times bestsellers. If interested, here are ways you can support her campaign: Marianne2024.com So...
• What is Self-Love? (feat. Bobos Void) 04.11.2023 1h 10min

  A discussion on self-love, self acceptance and self-hatred Support the show
• Existentialism & Authenticity (feat. Olivia Sun) 16.10.2023 59min

  You can check out Olivia's channel here: @oliSUNvia Support the show
• Pick-Up Artists, Seduction & Masculine Intimacy (with Dr. Rachel O'Neill) 19.09.2023 1h 9min

  We discuss mediated intimacy, masculinity and the perils of the seduction industry, You can check out Dr. O'Neill's work here: https://www.amazon.ca/Seduction-Men-Masculinity-Mediated-Intimacy-ebook/dp/B07F52917Y/ref=sr_1_1?crid=486Q75CCLGV2&keywords=seduction+rachel+o%27neill&qid=1695125646&sprefix=seduction+rachel+o%27neill%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-1 Support the show! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=3261155 Support the show
• Gender Identity, Transitioning & Activism (with Lily Alexandre) 06.09.2023 50min

  A discussion with Lily Alexandre (https://www.youtube.com/@lily_lxndr) on gender identity, the subjective experience of transitioning and constructive forms of social activism. Support the show
• Dating Advice, Attractiveness & Relationships (with Macken Murphy) 06.09.2023 50min

  We discuss dating, attractiveness, relationships and the Red Pill / Manosphere with anthropology researcher and host of the "Species" podcast Macken Murphy A link to his website is here: https://www.mackenmurphy.org/ Support the show
• Buddhism and Breadtube (feat. Elliot Sang) 18.07.2023 59min

  check out Elliot's channel here: https://www.youtube.com/ @elliotsayshello Support the show
• Love & Spirituality with Camila Nobile ( @diwalicosmica ) 18.07.2023 1h 16min

  We discuss spirituality and love. You can find Camila's work here: https://diwalicosmica.com/ Support the show
• Marxism (with Dr. Richard Wolff) 01.03.2023 54min

  See more from Prof Wolff by subscribing to Democracy at Work on Youtube: https://youtube.com/democracyatwrk Support the show
• Jordan Peterson, Contrapoints & Profilicity ( @carefreewandering) 30.01.2023 1h

  Check out Dr. Moellers channel here: https://youtube.com/@carefreewandering We discuss profilicity, authenticity and the examples of Jordan Peterson and Contrapoints Support the show
• Can You Be Real Online? (feat. @amandamaryanna) 30.01.2023 55min

  Discussing aesthetics and authenticity Amanda's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@amandamaryanna Support the show
• The Crisis of Meaning (feat. Dr. John Vervaeke) 02.12.2022 1h 2min

  A great discussion with Dr. John Vervaeke, a Psychology Professor at University of Toronto. We discuss the cognition of meaning, what is 'real', the importance of cultivating ecologies of practice and so much else. Support the show
• How To Figure Out What To Do With Your Life (with Dr. Richard Koestner) 20.11.2022 48min

  This is a conversation with Dr. Richard Koestner, a McGill clinical psychologist who specializes in human motivation. I had the privilege to conduct research in his lab and he heavily shaped my academic career with his guidance. Support the show
• Is Nationalism Good? (feat @J.J. McCullough ) 20.10.2022 55min

  We discuss the integrity of journalism, nationalism and post-nationalism Support the show
• Discussing The MANOSPHERE (feat F.D. Signifier) 05.10.2022 1h 6min

  We discuss masculinity, online spaces, gender and virility. Support the show
• Social Media & Loneliness (feat. Benjamin Kaveladze) 02.08.2022 1h 5min

  We discuss potential interventions for loneliness and the effects of social media on well being. Support the show
• Love & Relationships (feat @oliSUNvia) 27.06.2022 1h 4min

  We discuss love, dating in an age of online interaction, and TikTok Here is Olivia's channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/olisunvia/videos Support the show