27 Years Later – Why We Still Need Change in the Battle Against Domestic Violence Welcome to this episode of The FEMCAST, where we delve into the inspiring and courageous journey of Colette Martin. Listener discretion is advised, as this episode discusses violence. In 1997, Colette survived a brutal attack by an…
The Sinister Charm of “Snakes in Suits” Join us on The FEMCAST as we welcome back Dr. Jennifer Fraser, the insightful author of “The Bullied Brain,” for a compelling discussion on the pervasive issue of gaslighting and trauma in our everyday lives and workplaces. In this episode, we delve into the chilling realities…
Ever wondered what happens when the glitz and glamour of a successful acting career collide with the dark reality of domestic abuse? Sam Beckinsale, the beloved actress from the iconic UK series “London’s Burning,” has a story that will leave you both inspired and heartbroken. Sam Beckinsale was at the peak of her…
In this episode, Dr Jen Fraser and I focus on the interplay between science and the profound social challenges that plague our world and the societal issues we face today. Rather than viewing them solely as moral quandaries, we are encouraged to examine them through the lens of science as we witness a concerning surge…
This episode opens by highlighting a pressing issue: the recent femicides that have occurred, all of which could have been prevented (this episode was recorded in January 2023). Dr Jen Fraser and I talk about the violence leading to these tragic incidents, how they were entirely avoidable, as was the impending intergenerational grief. We…
TRIGGER WARNING – we talk about violence and suicide In this episode of the bullied brain we discuss the issue of abuse in relationships, particularly focusing on the abuse experienced by women. We highlight the alarming statistic that 1-in-4 women have been abused by a current or former partner. Dr Jen Fraser talks about…
On this episode of The Bullied Brain we talk about statistics and studies around bullying in schools and the need for an upstream approach to address the issue. We highlight the impact of bullying on children. We talk about the need for a different approach to tackle bullying, focusing on early intervention. The concept of…
In this episode of the Bullied Brain we talk about narcissists, psychopaths, and Machiavellians, collectively referred to as the “dark triad.” Jen explains how narcissists have a destructive impact on the lives of those around them. How they are fixated on themselves and constantly seek validation and admiration from others. Jen talks about the harmful…
TRIGGER WARNING In this episode of #TheBulliedBrain we discuss domestic abuse, domestic violence and gender based violence with a focus on how these forms of abuse impact the brain. Jen talks about allegations of sexual violence within a national sport organisation in Canada and she talks about individuals who exhibit such abusive behaviour have…
In this episode we talk about the impact of bullying on the brain and the need to raise awareness about brain science. Jen emphasises the importance of understanding how bullying affects the brain and how it can lead to mental and physical health problems. We discuss the need to educate parents, teachers and individuals, in…