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Dr. Gus

Behind Human Behavior

A Social Sciences , Science and True Crime podcast Explicit

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Join Dr. Gus, a former US DOJ behavioral and forensic psychologist as he discusses cases that he worked on firsthand, the psychological profile of the criminals involved, and how understanding human behavior can be applied to everyday life.

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Analyzing Hannibal Lecter

24 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses the psychological profile he has constructed of Hannibal Lecter from "The Silence of the Lambs" Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst, and uses his years of real world experience to dissect the behavior shown in the film DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

Behind Human Behavior Halloween Special

40 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses his top 10 Horror Movies on this Halloween special! Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

The Psychological Profile of Michael Myers

20 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses the psychological profile he has constructed of Michael Myers from John Carpenter's "Halloween." Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst, and uses his years of real world experience to dissect the behavior shown in the film DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

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Analyzing Hannibal Lecter

24 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses the psychological profile he has constructed of Hannibal Lecter from "The Silence of the Lambs" Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst, and uses his years of real world experience to dissect the behavior shown in the film DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

Behind Human Behavior Halloween Special

40 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses his top 10 Horror Movies on this Halloween special! Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

The Psychological Profile of Michael Myers

20 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses the psychological profile he has constructed of Michael Myers from John Carpenter's "Halloween." Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst, and uses his years of real world experience to dissect the behavior shown in the film DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

The Hunt for the Unabomber: Part 2

30 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses the FBI's hunt for the Unabomber, why he was so difficult to catch, and what made him the way that he was. Dr. Gus describes the investigation that led to his arrest, and how pride, grandiosity, and social ineptitude led to his isolation and eventual violence. Dr. Gus is a former clinical and forensic psychologist with years of experience in the DoJ, and he uses his experience to explain the psychological workings of characters covered in the cases he discusses. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

Hunting the Unabomber: Part 1

16 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses a case surrounding a suspected Unabomber presence in New Jersey. Dr. Gus describes the investigation that led to his arrest, and the differences between this man and Ted Kaczynski. Dr. Gus is a former clinical and forensic psychologist with years of experience in the DoJ, and he uses his experience to explain the psychological workings of characters covered in the cases he discusses. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

The Psychological Profile of Walter White

28 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses the psychological profile he has constructed of Breaking Bad's Walter White.. Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst, and uses his years of real world experience to dissect the behavior shown in the series. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

When Being a Millionaire Isn't Enough

20 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses a case from his career, involving a CEO who turned into one of the top three kingpins in North America. Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst, and uses his years of real world experience to dissect the behavior discussed in the case. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

A Forensic Psychologists Profile of Tony Montana

18 min

Join Dr. Gus as he creates a psychological profile of Tony Montana from Brian De Palma's 1981 film "Scarface." Dr. Gus is a former US Department of Justice behavioral analyst, and uses his years of real world experience to dissect the behavior shown in the film DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Film footage courtesy of Universal Pictures Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

The Warehouse of Cash

9 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses a case from his career involving a lawyer, the Colombian Cartel, threats, and the sudden change in the legality of money laundering. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

The Body in the Freezer

11 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses a case from his career, involving the death of a woman father that led to 2 decades of deception and earned benefits. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

A Forensic Psychologists Profile of Tony Soprano

15 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses the psychology of Tony Soprano, drawing from his experience treating real mafia figures and incidents from the hit HBO series. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

How Explosive Rage Changed My Career Path

6 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses the case that directed his career into forensic psychology, through the most brutal case of domestic violence he has ever seen, followed by a shocking and touching reconciliation and genuine accountability. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

When A Pitstop Turns Into a National Security Emergency

6 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses a case about a fake bomb threat on the White House, leading to a patient understanding his condition and how to take accountability and regain control in his life. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

The Faces I'll Never Forget

6 min

Join Dr. Gus on a timeline through his early career and the HIV/AIDS Epidemic. As he discusses early treatment options, we are invited to understand how he shaped the rest of his career in forensic psychology and behavioral analysis, with much of his outlook stemming from his time with AIDS patients. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and Directed by Matt Walsh

The Wedding and Divorce That Never Happened

9 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses a real forensic case from his time in the US Department of Justice. This weeks case follows the life, love, and crimes of a con-man, culminating in a shocking revelation in his personal life. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced an Directed by Matt Walsh

When Trust Becomes a Crime: How One Lawyer Betrayed His Own Client

7 min

Join Dr. Gus as he discusses a real forensic case from his time in the US Department of Justice. This case follows a lawyer falsifying bribery and the fallout from his deception being uncovered. DISCLAIMER: The cases discussed on Behind Human Behavior are presented for educational purposes. They are drawn from my decades of experience as a forensic psychologist. To protect privacy and confidentiality, names, dates, locations, identifying characteristics, timelines, and other nonessential details have been changed, omitted, combined, or fictionalized. In some episodes, elements from multiple cases may be incorporated to further protect identities while preserving the psychological and behavioral principles being discussed. The focus of this channel is education about human behavior—not the identification of any individual or specific case. Produced and directed by Matt Walsh.

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