Why Do Women Love Dangerous Men? The Psychology Behind Notorious Prison Romances

What draws women to some of the world’s most notorious killers?

In this episode of Freud and Felons, Dr. Yalda Safai explores the unsettling psychology behind why convicted murderers like Wade Wilson, Ted Bundy, and Richard Ramirez received love, money, and attention from adoring fans while behind bars.

Take a look into the patterns of control, fantasy, and desire for notoriety that drive these relationships, as well as real-life consequences faced by those who crossed the line.

00:00 Deadpool Killer's Unusual Fanbase

03:06 Killer Fanbases: A Psychological Mystery

08:50 Infamy's Dangerous Allure

12:32 Risks of Dangerous Attachments

14:06 Understanding Attraction to Danger

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

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