Leanne ten Brinke

Leanne ten Brinke, a social psychologist who studies narcissism, psychopathy, and deception, shares how to spot dark personality traits. She discusses behavioral cues like smiles and interruptions. She explores when to distance versus manage, how these traits show up in leadership and politics, and practical tactics for setting boundaries and reducing harmful tendencies in yourself.

Leanne ten Brinke, a social psychologist at UBC who studies narcissists, psychopaths and liars, joins the conversation. She explores behavioral cues like emotional contagion and inappropriate smiles. She outlines how dark traits show up in leadership, when to distance or manage, and practical tactics for setting boundaries and influencing difficult people.