Frontal Lobotomy

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into the little-known psychological treatment of Adolf Hitler, revealing a moment of vulnerability and offering insight into his developing pathology before he rose to power.Listener sneak peek: Discover the impact of empathetic yet firm therapeutic intervention; the roots of Hitler’s fanaticism; and the haunting question of whether timely psychological care could have altered history.*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into the bizarre case of Sabina, a complex and unconventional patient who developed an addictive ritual with poppy seeds.Listener sneak peek: Explore themes of human curiosity; eccentric habits; experimentation with sensation; and the surprising psychoactive effects hidden in everyday substances.*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into the hidden truths behind The King’s Speech—from the stammering prince and his groundbreaking therapist to the shocking reality of King George V’s last words and secret euthanasia.Listener sneak peek: Hear how official narratives masked forensic truth; a psychologist challenged outdated medical beliefs; how cigarettes came to embody both the weakness and downfall of the royal family; and how the carefully polished tale of King George V’s death concealed a far darker story of intervention.Listen now to find out more!*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into whether Joseph Silver, a violent criminal and psychopath who operated across Europe, America, and South Africa, could have been Jack the Ripper.Listener sneak peek: Discover the notorious Whitechapel murders against the backdrop of Victorian society, culture, and forensic practice; while diving into enduring debates over suspects, theories; and the mindsets of sadistic serial killers.Listen now to find out more!*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves further into the disturbing true story of Gert van Rooyen and Joey Haarhoff—South Africa’s most notorious criminal duo.Listener sneak peek: Discover more about the pair driven by paedophilic obsession and toxic complicity; who abducted and presumably murdered at least six young girls in the late 1980s, leaving a legacy of unanswered questions, enduring trauma, and vanished victims.Listen now to find out more!*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into the disturbing true story of Gert van Rooyen and Joey Haarhoff—South Africa’s most notorious criminal duo.Listener sneak peek: Explore the story of the pair driven by paedophilic obsession and toxic complicity; who abducted and presumably murdered at least six young girls in the late 1980s, leaving a legacy of unanswered questions, enduring trauma, and vanished victims.Listen now to find out more!*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into Delusional Body Dysmorphic Disorder and its consequences.Listener sneak peek: Learn about a man who suffered from severe delusional body dysmorphia; how he went untreated for years; and what triggered him to commit a violent crime.Listen now to find out more!*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into the persistence of self-destructive behaviour, despite devastating consequences.Listener sneak peek: Hear a case about a woman, whose repeated relationships with truck drivers unravel into a deadly pattern of obsession, jealousy, and control.Listen now to find out more!*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into the curious world of eponymous syndromes!Listener sneak peek: Learn how medical conditions get their names; why some are renamed or erased; and their cultural and fictional origins.Listen now to find out more!*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Robert M. Kaplan delves into Apotemnophilia; a rare condition where individuals feel an overwhelming need to amputate part of their body.Listener sneak peek: Discover the desire to amputate a healthy limb; what the psychological, neurological and ethical dimensions are; as well as medical controversies; and treatment challenges.Listen now to find out more!*Content Guidance: This podcast explores psychology and mental health with aspects of self-harm, murder, suicide and other mature themes. Please listen with care.Host: Dr Robert M. Kaplan // www.rkaplan.com.auProducer: Emily Perkins // @EmilyPMediaMusic: Petra Salsjo and Blue Dot SessionsGet in touch: [email protected] us on X https://x.com/frontallobpod and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frontallobotomypod/....Credits:“Rob Kaplans Theme”Written & Performed by Petra SalsjoPublished by ORiGiN Music Publishing Pty Ltd (APRA)Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.