Psychic Vampires - Best of Coast to Coast AM - 9/9/26
Sep 10, 2026 · 16m
Summary
Hosts George and Judith discuss identifying and managing "energy vampires," including narcissists, sociopaths, and chronic talkers, who drain the vitality of empaths. They emphasize the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing that while some individuals can change, narcissists often lack the empathy required for genuine transformation. The segment also features a listener story about a child’s warts clearing up using a specific supplement and shares anecdotes about negative energy influencing physical events, such as a casino wheel.
Topics discussed
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Introduction of guests Dr. Judith Orloff
Defining and identifying energy vampires
Setting boundaries with draining individuals
Self-care and assessing relationship energy
Psychiatrist's view on accountability
Understanding narcissism and empathy deficits
Why narcissists rarely change or seek help
Listener story: Carnivora and warts
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George's story: Helping a psychic vampire
Can narcissists change? Empath perspective
George's immunity to energy vampires
Las Vegas story: Negative energy and luck
Sociopaths vs Narcissists: Key differences
Closing thoughts and Coast to Coast promo
End-of-show sponsor reads and iHeart Fest
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