1180 Inside the Criminal Mind of Luigi Mangione

Richard Syrett's Strange Planet

Richard Syrett & Glassbox Media

Society & Culture, News, Politics

4.4 • 1.8K Ratings

🗓️ 24 March 2025

⏱️ 52 minutes

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1180 Inside the Criminal Mind of Luigi Mangione In this gripping episode, Richard unravels the chilling case of Luigi Mangione, a well-educated, upper-class young man suspected of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson on December 4, 2024. What drives a seemingly privileged individual to commit such a heinous act? Forensic psychologist Dr. John Brady joins Richard to dissect Mangione’s psyche, drawing parallels to figures like Ted Kaczynski. Was Mangione radicalized by extreme ideologies, fueled by a belief in societal wrongs, or did a deteriorating mental state—possibly linked to COVID-induced "brain fog"—push him over the edge? Dr. Brady explores offender typologies, Machiavellian traits, and the psychological jigsaw puzzle of a man whose personality shifted dramatically before the crime. From incriminating writings to a warped sense of justice, this episode delves into the mind of a killer and asks: How does a dream of utopia twist into a nightmare of violence? GUEST: Dr. John Brady is a renowned forensic psychologist with over 25 years of experience analyzing the motivations behind heinous crimes. Having provided expert testimony in numerous high-profile criminal cases, Dr. Brady has worked alongside top defense attorneys, prosecutors, judges, private investigators, and even perpetrators. He is the author of six acclaimed books, including Psychological DNA: A Cold Case Analysis of Who Killed Robert F. Kennedy, drawn from his extensive clinical work and court records. His upcoming book examines the psyche of Lee Harvey Oswald. Known for his deep insights into deviant causation and offender typologies, Dr. Brady’s expertise sheds light on why individuals surrender to violent impulses, offering a unique perspective on the complex interplay of mental states, ideology, and criminal behavior. WEBSITE: https://johncbrady.com BOOKS: Psychological DNA: A Cold Case Analysis of Who Killed Robert F. Kennedy Caught in a Trap: Psychiatry's War on Women SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!! HIMS - Making Healthy and Happy Easy to Achieve Sexual Health, Hair Loss, Mental Health, Weight Management START YOUR FREE ONLINE VISIT TODAY - HIMS dot com slash STRANGE https://www.HIMS.com/strange BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER!!! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Three monthly subscriptions to choose from. Commercial Free Listening, Bonus Episodes and a Subscription to my monthly newsletter, InnerSanctum. Visit https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Use the discount code "Planet" to receive one month off the first subscription. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. By using our website and services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm/

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