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Hosted by Dr. Anthony Mazzella · education · EN-US
Trying to understand narcissism, narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), narcissistic relationships, or narcissistic abuse? The Narcissism Decoder goes beyond identifying narcissism to explore why it develops, why people feel and behave the way they do, and how meaningful change is possible. Unlike most podcasts, we approach narcissism with curiosity rather than condemnation. Understanding—not judgment—is the first step toward healing and change. Whether you’re trying to understand someone with narcissistic traits or recognize these patterns in yourself, this podcast offers compassionate, evidence-informed insights through a psychodynamic lens. Through clinical insight, practical examples, and compelling stories, we explore the many dimensions of narcissism, including relationships, personality development, trauma, and the unconscious emotional forces that shape behavior. The goal is to transform the way you understand narcissism, moving beyond lab
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Signup to Generate a PitchTrying to understand narcissism, narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), narcissistic relationships, or narcissistic abuse? The Narcissism Decoder goes beyond identifying narcissism to explore why it develops, why people feel and behave the way they do, and how meaningful change is possible. Unlike most podcasts, we approach narcissism with curiosity rather than condemnation.
Narcissism Decoder is hosted by Dr. Anthony Mazzella. The show has published 187 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "They Understand Your Feelings… But Do They Care? Understanding Empathy | Epi 181" (28 October 2026, 18 minutes), "Growing Up with a Borderline Mother: How Childhood Shapes Adult Love and Connection| Epi 180" (21 October 2026, 23 minutes), and "The Hidden Impact of Growing Up with a Borderline Mother: How It Shapes a Child’s Mind | Epi 179" (14 October 2026, 19 minutes).
Narcissism Decoder publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 21 minutes across 187 episodes.
Booking probability for Narcissism Decoder is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Narcissism Decoder requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Narcissism Decoder's contact route on record: verified email.
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Dr. Anthony Mazzella hosts Narcissism Decoder, an education podcast with 187 episodes published.
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Episode #181
In this episode we explore what empathy really means—and why it is more complex than simply understanding how someone feels. We discuss the difference between recognizing another person’s emotions, emotionally...
Episode #180
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Dr. Emily Guarnotta, a licensed clinical psychologist and certified perinatal mental health provider specializing in maternal mental health. In the second part of our...
Episode #179
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Emily Guarnotta to explore the hidden psychological impact of growing up with a mother functioning at a borderline level of personality organization. We discuss how emotional...
Episode #178
In Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Kristin Davin, we explore why letting go of an unhealthy relationship is often about much more than losing another person. Together, we examine how hope and fantasy become...
Episode #176
In this episode, we continue our exploration of vulnerable narcissism by examining one of its most misunderstood features: aggression. Rather than viewing rage, resentment, and controlling behavior as the beginning of...
Episode #175
This episode is the second excerpt from my interview at the Healing the Mother Wound Summit . We explore why the impact of a covert narcissistic mother extends far beyond childhood, how these early experiences become...
Episode #174
This episode is an excerpt from my interview at the Healing the Mother Wound Summit . We explore why the covert narcissistic mother can be so difficult to recognize, how seemingly ordinary interactions quietly shape a...
Narcissism Decoder
In this conversation, Gordon Brewer and I meet up again on his channel to explore what actually creates movement in narcissistic relationships—especially when traditional approaches like arguing, explaining, or “proving...
Episode #174
In this episode — the first in a new “Consolidation Series” — I begin responding directly to your questions and thoughtful observations. If everyone wants to feel understood, what makes the need for validation and...
Episode #173
In this second part of my conversation with Jessica Pressler we continue our exploration of narcissistic sibling dynamics by looking at how these patterns are unconsciously stabilized within the family system. We looked...
Episode #172
In this episode, Jessica Pressler and I explore the often-overlooked impact of growing up with a narcissistic sibling. Together, we examine how one child's emotional world can gradually come to organize an entire...
Episode #171
In this second part of my conversation with Dr. Melissa Kalt, we go beyond understanding covert narcissistic relationships and ask a much deeper question: Why do people remain emotionally invested even when they can...
Episode #170
In the first part of my conversation with Dr. Melissa Kalt, we explore why covert narcissism is so difficult to recognize and why high-functioning, thoughtful, and growth-oriented individuals can become especially...
Episode #169
In this episode, we dive into Part 2 of my conversation with Hannah Alderete, a Dynamic Emotion Focused Therapist and Certified Relational Trauma Coach, as we explore the deeper fears and unconscious beliefs that often...
Episode #168
In this episode, I’m joined by Hannah Alderete, a Dynamic Emotion Focused Therapist and Certified Relational Trauma Coach, to explore the difference between healthy and toxic guilt and how toxic guilt often develops...
Episode #167
In the second part of my conversation with Kamini Wood , we take a deeper look at how early emotional wounds and survival strategies begin resurfacing in adult relationships. We explore the painful relational dynamics...
Episode #166
In this episode, we return to our consolidation series to explore a listener's deeply thoughtful questions about maintaining a relationship with a father who displays significant borderline and narcissistic traits...
Episode #165
In this first part of my conversation with Kamini Wood, we take a deep dive into the complexities of narcissism, exploring the difference between narcissistic traits and Narcissistic Personality Disorder while tracing...
Episode #164
In this episode, we dive into The Fear of Dependency When a Relationship Starts to Matter . Why do some people feel deeply connected, hopeful, and excited about a new relationship, only to suddenly pull away once the...
Episode #163
In this next part of my conversation with Dr. Sheenie Ambardar, we turn to how identity is shaped in narcissistic family environments—where adapting to others often becomes necessary for maintaining connection, and...
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