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Delusions of Helping

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by Chris Markl

21 episodes

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Podcast Overview

Welcome to Delusions of Helping, content that explores the uncomfortable truth behind well-intentioned efforts gone wrong. Based on the provocative book Delusions of Helping, this content reveals how disinformation and misplaced altruism lead people, from activists to institutions, to unknowingly cause harm in the name of doing good. The concepts in Delusions of Helping will be proven right or wrong depending on whether the predictions and explanations in this podcast come true in the real world. If you begin spotting altruistic scams all around you… Then perhaps these delusions are real. To dive deeper, go to DelusionsOfHelping.com and pick up Delusions of Helping on Amazon, Audible, or Apple Books.

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10/10/2024

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Recent Episodes

September 19, 2025

Charlie Kirk: False Idols, Inflammatory Speech, & Fatal Outcomes

This episode explores how Charlie Kirk’s rise with Turning Point USA, the violent delusion of “helping” through destruction, and the backlash against celebratory social media posts reveal the dangers of idolizing political figures, inflaming rhetoric, and weaponizing free speech debates.

September 5, 2025

Snitch Stigma: Fueling Violence, Destroying Communities & Lives

This episode challenges the myth that “snitching” is a betrayal, exposing how anti-snitch culture fuels violence and broken communities by protecting criminals while silencing victims. Through real cases and cultural references, we break down why true loyalty means standing up for what’s right—even if it means speaking out.

August 30, 2025

The Myth of Oversharing

There’s no such thing as “too much” when it comes to lived experience — only the shame we attach to it.

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What is Delusions of Helping?: Welcome to Delusions of Helping, content that explores the uncomfortable truth behind well-intentioned efforts gone wrong. Based on the provocative book Delusions of Helping, this content reveals how disinformation and misplaced altruism lead people, from activists to institutions, to unknowingly cause harm in the name of doing good.

The concepts in Delusions of Helping will be proven right or wrong depending on whether the predictions and explanations in this podcast come true in the real world. If you begin spotting altruistic scams all around you… Then perhaps these delusions are real.

To dive deeper, go to DelusionsOfHelping.com and pick up Delusions of Helping on Amazon, Audible, or Apple Books.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 6 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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