Episode 13

Inside Forensic Psychology: Murder, Risk, and Rehabilitation with Dr. Michael Brannon

Join Daniel Rosenberg on Two Taps & Friends as he interviews Dr. Michael Brannon, a leading forensic psychologist and co-director of the Institute for Behavioral Sciences and Law. 🧠 They dive into the world of criminal psychology, exploring murder cases, risk assessment, personality disorders like narcissism and sociopathy, sex offender evaluations, and the challenges of rehabilitation. From death penalty cases to malingering, this episode uncovers the science behind the law! ⚖️

⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️

00:00:00 - 00:03:03 🎙️ Introduction: Meet Dr. Michael Brannon!

00:03:03 - 00:06:13 🧠 Dr. Brannon’s Background & Forensic Psychology Roles

00:06:13 - 00:08:29 📊 Understanding Risk Assessment in Criminal Cases

00:08:29 - 00:10:32 ⚖️ Murder Cases: Impulsivity vs. Psychopathy

00:10:32 - 00:15:11 🩺 Personality Disorders: Narcissism vs. Sociopathy

00:15:11 - 00:18:05 🔍 Factors of Violence: Patterns, Drugs, and Head Injuries

00:18:05 - 00:20:50 🏈 CTE and Head Injuries: Impact on Behavior

00:20:50 - 00:23:57 ⚖️ Death Penalty Phase: The Parkland Case Explained

00:23:57 - 00:25:52 🧑‍⚖️ Mitigating Factors in Sentencing: Defense Strategies

00:25:52 - 00:29:09 🚨 Expert Bias in Forensic Evaluations

00:29:09 - 00:33:55 🔒 Sex Offenders: Risk Factors and Misconceptions

00:33:55 - 00:37:11 📱 Hidden Dangers: Profiles of Sex Offenders

00:37:11 - 00:37:59 🌱 Rehabilitation: Empathy and the Good Lives Model

00:39:59 - 00:43:15 🕵️ Detecting Truth and Lies in Evaluations

00:43:15 - 00:44:05 👋 Closing Thoughts

Do you think personality disorders like narcissism or sociopathy play a big role in criminal behavior? Let us know! ⚖️

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To learn more about Dr. Michael Brannon visit: http://theibsl.com/dr-michael-brannon