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#483 – Julia Shaw: Criminal Psychology of Murder, Serial Killers, Memory & Sex

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Started January 23, 2026

Julia Shaw is a criminal psychologist and author who in her books explores human nature, including psychopathy, violent crime, the psychology of evil, police interrogation, false memory manipulation, deception detection, and human sexuality. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep483-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/julia-shaw-transcript CONTACT LEX...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 23, 2026
The emphasis on deception detection in criminal investigations may lead to unjust accusations based on subjective interpretations.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 23, 2026
Understanding the psychology behind violent crime can lead to more effective prevention strategies and rehabilitation methods.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 23, 2026
False memory manipulation raises critical ethical questions about the reliability of eyewitness testimony in criminal justice.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 23, 2026
Exploring the intersection of human sexuality and criminal psychology can provide insights into motivations behind certain violent crimes.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 23, 2026
Focusing on psychopathy and criminal behavior risks oversimplifying the complexities of human nature and societal influences.
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