Discerning the Stories We Consume: Dark Psychology & Cultural Mirrors with Julie Theis

In this episode of Lessons in Discernment, I’m joined by Julie Theis—creator of a powerful YouTube channel unpacking the dark psychology of celebrities, and a cast member on Netflix’s The Trust.

From the Kardashian family’s dysfunction to the Internet’s insatiable obsession with the Bieber love triangle, Julie’s work goes far beyond gossip & conspiracy, and analyzes the patterns no amount of fame can avoid. We explore what it feels like for her to sit with the shadows of these case studies, the risks she takes in publishing her analyses, and the deeper intention behind her work: helping us discern the toxic dynamics embedded in the stories we consume.

We also talk about her experience on The Trust, and how being part of a reality show gave her a unique perspective on the very cultural systems she critiques.

Julie’s lens reminds us that celebrities aren’t just entertainment—they’re mirrors. And when we study them with discernment, we uncover deeper truths about ourselves and the world we live in.

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