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The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

Isla Traquair
The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook
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  • The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    S4 Ep7: EP 7 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    20/08/2026 | 33 mins.
    The aftermath - With the adrenaline still pumping and the crew in shock at the bizarre reaction of Sam Vaknin, investigative journalist Isla Traquair calls the film producers to give them the news they've been waiting for. On her return to Scotland Isla meets Sam's former business partner, Richard Grannon for the first time who give his insight into the confrontation video. Then finally, one of Sam's victims is taken aback when she learns over a video call that a stranger has been secretly investigating her case and has confronted her abuser.
    For extra content including evidence and analysis click on Patreon link below:
     https://patreon.com/thestorytellerpod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
    STAR Network - If you are affected by any of the issues in this podcast please check out the free global support network, including daily meetings, information and resources at https://starnetwork.org/
    Join a virtual trauma support community and break free from the trauma before it breaks you. 
    If you need immediate help:
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide
    https://www.samaritans.org
    https://womensaid.org.uk/
    https://solacewomensaid.org/
    https://www.thehotline.org/
    Stalking support and advocacy UK
    https://www.paladinservice.co.uk/
    To rent the documentary The Narcissist's Playbook: Empathy Not Included visit www.narcissistsplaybook.com
  • The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    S4 Ep6: EP 6 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    18/08/2026 | 57 mins.
    The confrontation - Deep into the interview with a renowned psychologist, investigative journalist Isla Traquair finally reveals the list of accusations that have been made against him by multiple patients who claim he sexually and psychology abused them, threatened them, infected them with a cancerous strain of HPV and more. Everyone expected a narcissistic rage attack but what happened surprised everyone. Prepare for an edge-of-your-seat listening experience.
    For extra content including evidence, behind the scenes and analysis click on Patreon link below:
    https://patreon.com/thestorytellerpod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
    STAR Network - If you are affected by any of the issues in this podcast please check out the free global support network, including daily meetings, information and resources at https://starnetwork.org/
    Join a virtual trauma support community and break free from the trauma before it breaks you. 
    If you need immediate help:
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide
    https://www.samaritans.org
    https://womensaid.org.uk/
    https://solacewomensaid.org/
    https://www.thehotline.org/
    Stalking support and advocacy UK
    https://www.paladinservice.co.uk/
    To rent the documentary The Narcissist's Playbook: Empathy Not Included visit www.narcissistsplaybook.com
  • The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    S4 Ep5: EP 5 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    13/08/2026 | 55 mins.
    Part one of the interview begins. After nearly a year of planning, investigative journalist Isla Traquair finally meets the predatory professor. Her mask is on as she delves deep into the topic of Narcissistic Personality Disorder during the interview with the world-leading expert who's alleged to have abused multiple patients. Every question is bringing her closer to the critical moment.
    For extra content including evidence and analysis click on Patreon link below:
    https://patreon.com/thestorytellerpod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

    STAR Network - If you are affected by any of the issues in this podcast please check out the free global support network, including daily meetings, information and resources at https://starnetwork.org/
    Join a virtual trauma support community and break free from the trauma before it breaks you. 
    If you need immediate help:
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide
    https://www.samaritans.org
    https://womensaid.org.uk/
    https://solacewomensaid.org/
    https://www.thehotline.org/
    Stalking support and advocacy UK
    https://www.paladinservice.co.uk/
    To rent the documentary The Narcissist's Playbook: Empathy Not Included visit www.narcissistsplaybook.com
  • The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    S4 Ep4: EP 4 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    11/08/2026 | 31 mins.
    "The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry" - this could not be more true when making plans with a diagnosed narcissist. Investigative journalist Isla Traquair encounters multiple hurdles while trying to secure a face-to-face interview with a therapist accused of abusing multiple female patients over many years. The filmmakers arrive in Scotland to film Isla before she heads to North Macedonia with her cameraman.
    A TRIGGER WARNING - this podcast covers accounts of physical, sexual and psychological abuse.
    For extra content: 
    https://patreon.com/thestorytellerpod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
    Useful links 
    STAR Network - If you are affected by any of the issues in this podcast please check out the free global support network, including daily meetings, information and resources at https://starnetwork.org/
    Join a virtual trauma support community and break free from the trauma before it breaks you. 
    If you need immediate help:
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide
    https://www.samaritans.org
    https://womensaid.org.uk/
    https://solacewomensaid.org/
    https://www.thehotline.org/
    Stalking support and advocacy UK
    https://www.paladinservice.co.uk/
    To rent the documentary The Narcissist's Playbook: Empathy Not Included visit www.narcissistsplaybook.com
  • The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    S4 Ep3: EP 3 - The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook

    04/08/2026 | 43 mins.
    Episode 3 - The investigation begins - crime journalist Isla Traquair meets with documentary producers Mark Vicente and Scott Altomare to discuss how to approach the man they can no longer interview after being contacted by a number of his former patients with claims of abuse. But before Isla can meet the fake professor for a face-to-face sit down interview, she must first learn the full horror of what he's accused of. One of his former patients reveals the harrowing details of what happened to her over a seven year period.
    A TRIGGER WARNING - this podcast covers accounts of physical, sexual and psychological abuse.
    For extra content including evidence and analysis click on Patreon link below:
    https://patreon.com/thestorytellerpod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

    STAR Network - If you are affected by any of the issues in this podcast please check out the free global support network, including daily meetings, information and resources at https://starnetwork.org/
    Join a virtual trauma support community and break free from the trauma before it breaks you. 
    If you need immediate help:
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide
    https://www.samaritans.org
    https://womensaid.org.uk/
    https://solacewomensaid.org/
    https://www.thehotline.org/
    Stalking support and advocacy UK
    https://www.paladinservice.co.uk/
    To rent the documentary The Narcissist's Playbook: Empathy Not Included visit www.narcissistsplaybook.com
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About The Storyteller: Narcissist's Playbook
OUT NOW: The fourth instalment in The Storyteller series, sees award-winning investigative journalist Isla Traquair uncover the truth behind the shocking exposé featured in the new documentary Narcissist's Playbook. An internationally respected professor of psychology, who claims to help people recover from narcissistic abuse, is unmasked as a wolf in saviour's clothing. Experience the investigation as it unfolds following every twist, setback and breakthrough alongside Isla, from the very first contact to the killer confrontation.   The Scottish crime journalist does it again weaving the narrative with compassion and honest observation. Real interviews with those at the heart of the case, plus international experts, narcissistic abuse survivors and four diagnosed narcissists.  The latest series follows on from three No1 true crime series - The Storyteller: Naked Villainy which made history broadcasting a full murder trial for the first time in the UK. It tells the story of two scientists - two lovers - one killer, one victim and a 45 year journey to justice. The Storyteller: Violent Delights - from a Royal castle to a courtroom, when love and passion turned into cruelty and coercion and ended in murder. And the break out first series The Storyteller: Murder Most Foul, Isla reinvestigates a murder case twenty years on, to seek answers in a case that shocked a country. Bonus content for The Storyteller: Naked Villainy on Patreon. Link below.  https://patreon.com/thestorytellerpod?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
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