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Deception is the act of deliberately misleading others through lies, disguise, or manipulation—a fundamental human behavior explored across mythology, psychology, and social dynamics.
🎬16 episodes🔗8 related topics
In the Psycheverse
Psyche treats deception as a multivalent force—sometimes a survival tool (the fox spirit outwitting patriarchal danger), sometimes a moral failing (the caller's manipulative ex), and sometimes an archetype worth examining (Lilith's seductive duality). The show examines both deception *as practiced* (infiltrators, liars in the community) and deception *as story* (folklore, tarot, astrology), asking what truths hide beneath the surface.
Episodes (16)
YouTubes becoming too salty for me to lick
The episode discusses the theme of authenticity and deception in online communities, with Psyche reflecting on the superficiality of social media and the importance of watching actions rather than words. The episode also features a conversation with an individual who is upset about being lied to and banned from a chat.
EP.1569
Saturday Night Special Open Panel Tarot and Cats
Episode 1569 of the Cult of Psyche podcast features an open panel discussion combining tarot readings with cat-related themes. The conversation is lively, with various guests and hosts discussing their experiences and interpretations of the tarot cards.
EP.1476
🐇 Rabbit Hole
Topics that frequently appear alongside deception
manipulationManipulation is the deliberate use of psychological tactics, deception, or influence to control another person's thoughts, emotions, or behavior against their interests. It operates across relational, spiritual, and institutional contexts.trustTrust is the willingness to rely on another person's integrity, loyalty, or competence despite vulnerability and uncertainty. It forms the foundation of meaningful relationships—romantic, platonic, and social—yet remains fragile and easily compromised.cunningCunning is intelligence applied through deception, strategy, and resourcefulness—the use of wit and trickery to achieve goals or survive danger.betrayalBetrayal is the violation of trust or loyalty, typically involving deception or abandonment by someone close to the betrayed party.folk tales
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