Not all manipulation is obvious and not all of it is chaotic. Some of it is calculated, under wraps and highly strategic.
In this episode, Adele and Lindsay unpack Machiavellianism, one of the “Dark Triad” traits, and explore how it shows up in real life, relationships, and systems of power.
We dive into:
🧠 What Machiavellianism actually is and how it differs from narcissism and psychopathy
♟️ The psychology of strategic thinking, control, and long-term manipulation
💥 Why Machiavellian traits can be hard to spot and often mistaken for competence or confidence
🔍 How these patterns show up in workplaces, relationships, and leadership dynamics
🚩 The difference between a healthy strategic approach and harmful manipulation
This episode moves beyond the stereotypes to explore the subtle, often invisible ways power and control operate and how to recognise them without oversimplifying human behaviour.
🎧 Tune in for a clinically grounded look at one of the most misunderstood traits in modern psychology.
