The Psychology Behind P. Diddy’s Disturbing Acts | Kurt Egelhof on Directing Isidingo

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26.05.25 Pt 1 - Kurt Egelhof is a legend in the South African arts and theatre scene. He joins Gareth to talk about the genesis of Isidingo and how he came to direct over 250 episodes of local TV dramas like Isidingo, Scandal!, and Backstage.
Gareth also weighs in on the breaking news that Mzansi Magic has dropped Podcast and Chill with MacG following controversial and offensive remarks.

Plus, with the P. Diddy trial currently making headlines, disturbing details have emerged around themes of humiliation, power, and control.

From a psychological perspective, Dr Hanan Bushkin unpacks what drives someone to engage in or even enjoy such degrading behaviour. He also explains what defines true evil and gives his clinical take on the meaning of narcissism.
26 May 12AM English Explicit South Africa Society & Culture · News

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