Dark Minds Shattered Lives

Deborah Dobbs
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Dark Minds Shattered Lives exposes predators, dives into the minds of evildoers, and helps you and your loved ones avoid them.

  1. 08/15/2025

    Snakes in Suits - Bad CEOs

    Deborah Dobbs delves into the troubling traits of psychopathy in leadership, particularly within nonprofit organizations. She shares a personal story of being deceived by a nonprofit CEO displaying dangerous personality traits, leading to significant financial misconduct. The discussion highlights the consequences of poor leadership, the importance of accountability, and the ethical responsibilities of donors. Dobbs emphasizes the need for due diligence in hiring practices and reflects on the broader implications of trust and integrity in nonprofit work. Takeaways Psychopathic traits can manifest in leadership roles, especially in nonprofits. CEOs often prioritize profit over people, leading to unethical behavior. Personal experiences can reveal the dangers of trusting the wrong individuals. Fraud and embezzlement are serious issues in nonprofit organizations. Leadership failures can have devastating consequences for communities. Legal battles can distract from the real victims of nonprofit fraud. Donors must be vigilant and informed about where their money goes. Trust your instincts when dealing with potential deception. Due diligence in hiring is crucial to prevent future issues. Nonprofit integrity is essential for maintaining public trust. Chapters 00:00 The Dark Side of Leadership: CEOs and Psychopathic Traits 02:37 The Nonprofit Sector: A Frontier for Malfeasance 04:28 Spotting Dangerous Personalities: A Personal Experience 06:55 The Case of the Deceptive Executive Director 09:21 Unraveling the Lies: Investigating the Executive Director 11:42 The Fallout: Legal Consequences and Revelations 14:13 The Courtroom Drama: A Deep Dive into the Lawsuit 26:36 Uncovering Financial Misconduct at Emily's Place 29:33 The Struggle for Accountability 32:25 Legal Battles and Mismanagement 35:09 Blame Shifting 39:08 Problematic Nonprofit Operations 42:54 The Illusion of Charity 46:35 Misuse of Donations and Ethical Concerns 48:22 Cognitive Dissonance and Warning Signs 51:55 Hiring Practices and Organizational Integrity 55:42 Psychopathy in Corporate Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    45 min

  2. 07/18/2025

    Psychosis vs Psychopathy: What's the Difference?

    Dobbs dives beneath the surface of psychosis, psychopathy and sociopathy. How are these conditions different? What triggers them? A few resources: The Psychopath Whisperer: https://www.amazon.com/Psychopath-Whisperer-Science-Without-Conscience/dp/0770435866 Bryn Spejcher on Dr. Phil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKLZ22grPas A bit about David Carmichael's psychotic episode: https://www.the-sun.com/news/4237556/i-strangled-son-death-prescription-medication/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    22 min

  3. 05/03/2025

    Dallas Vice Delivered!

    While some detectives welcome any excuse to avoid investigating, others give it their all. In previous episodes, expert Joseph Scaramucci exposed the dark world of illicit massage businesses, a sinister type of human trafficking happening right under our noses. After he showed us how easy it is to vet massage businesses and separate the illegal from the legit, Deborah reported to authorities a couple places in Dallas and Richardson, Texas that were obviously criminal enterprises. During the months that followed, she grew weary and frustrated over her hometown law enforcement's response (or lack of) to a neighbor with special needs, suffering ongoing abuse and neglect by his "caretaker". Deborah was starting to wonder if the trafficking reports were being swept under the rug like her neighbor's case. Then a detective in the Dallas PD Vice Unit delivered some good news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    19 min

  4. 04/10/2025

    Doug Deaton on the Chemirmir Serial Killer - Part 2

    Last Episode was Part 1 of the Billy Chemirmir case, and retired Plano Police Lieutenant Doug Deaton didn’t hold back on how Dallas so-called leadership dropped the ball, allowing a psychopath to victimize the most vulnerable, killing at least 22 elderly women between 2016 and 2018. If it hadn’t been for survivor Marty Bartel and the tenacious detectives at Plano Police Department, Chemirmir might still be killing people today. In Part 2, we flip the script to retirement communities, like The Tradition-Prestonwood and Edgemere. Chemirmir the serial killer waltzed right in, pretending to be a worker, and committed his crimes undeterred. Despite alerts by a legit home health care provider and a maintenance man, management turned a blind eye to multiple deaths and the creep roaming around the property because they cared more about looking boujee than locking doors. Stick around as we unpack this mess, and then Doug will give us some great tips on how to check if those safety measures apartments and retirement communities brag about actually hold up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min

  5. 04/04/2025

    The Politics of Murder

    People were dying in Dallas, Texas, and their loved ones knew something was wrong. Despite their pleas, the powers that be in Dallas ignored the evidence -- the evidence linked to Billy Chemirmir, possibly the most prolific serial killer in history. Doug Deaton was a lieutenant in investigations at Plano Police Department, the department responsible for bringing Chemirmir's killing spree to an end. Deaton speaks the truth about the politics of murder, the DA's broken promises, and other details you won't hear in the documentary. Pillowcase Murders https://www.fox4news.com/news/billy-chemirmir-murder-trial-closing-arguments-to-begin-in-accused-serial-killers-murder-trial https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/dallas-serial-killer-billy-chemirmir-convicted-of-capital-murder-in-death-of-another-elderly-victim-receives-second-life-sentence-officials-say/287-0f36d04d-4f2d-4d1e-9b73-7ddb77f5dc00 Cruezot's U-turn on death penalty: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/billy-chemirmir-dallas-da-wont-seek-death-penalty/287-bd78bb02-e7b5-40a8-8d5a-83163d3e0e2a https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/man-charged-killing-18-women-dallas-area-convicted-1-murder-rcna26574 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min

  6. 03/25/2025

    Dangerous Personality: Professor Predator

    Doug Deaton, retired Lieutenant with Plano Police Department and founder of RDR Private Investigations & Crisis Management joins Deborah Dobbs to discus several psychopathic predators he encountered during his career with Plano PD. In this episode, Deaton shares how he went from running from cops to becoming one. Early on, Deaton showed a knack for spotting predators, including a criminal justice professor at the University of North Texas. Dangerous Personalities: An FBI Profiler Shows You How to Identify and Protect Yourself from Harmful People https://bit.ly/4izahiW Doug Deaton's RDR Private Investigations and Crisis Management: https://rdrtexas.com/ Miami Bus Hijacking: https://www.southcoasttoday.com/story/news/1995/11/03/school-bus-hijacker-had-tax/50654685007/ https://www.sun-sentinel.com/1995/11/15/school-bus-hijacker-had-hepatitis/ https://www.tampabay.com/archive/1996/08/12/9-months-later-school-bus-hijacking-haunts-children/ James Francis Quinn, PhD Info: https://www.ntdaily.com/news/longtime-unt-professor-indicted-on-child-pornography-charges/article_dc83e9fe-0981-50db-929f-5cd6f35c40ae.html Quinn was convicted, served time in prison, and must register in the sex offender registry for life. Just because: https://planomagazine.com/planos-best-gas-station-tacos/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min

  7. 03/22/2025

    Stanley Ledbetter: Tax Specialist by Day, Predator by Night

    During daylight hours, Stanley Ledbetter seemed like an ordinary professional guy, but under the cover of darkness, he was a brutal, psychopathic rapist, robber, and murderer. He committed horrific acts of violence against women, often in front of their spouses. Seven police departments and the Texas Rangers joined forces to hunt him down. As a Plano PD SWAT member, Doug Deaton was a part that hunt, and he will share shocking, albeit useful, information about Ledbetter's tactics and how you and your loved ones can avoid evildoers like him. At least two of Ledbetter’s victims chose firearms training: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/after-attacks-these-north-texas-women-found-security-in-the-weapon-they-once-feared/287-549516825 https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/jury-convicts-plano-man-in-brutal-home-invasion/ Regarding the Plano officer and the QT shooting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjGF-3oMTCs One of many articles about the Delta Crash: https://www.waka.com/2025/02/17/delta-air-lines-jet-flips-after-landing-at-airport-in-canada/ Stanley Ledbetter: https://abc13.com/archive/6066587/ https://www.dallasnews.com/news/2010/09/14/frisco-sex-assault-trial-opens-with-testimony-about-stabbings/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    41 min
  8. Facts Behind Fiction: You Lied to Me

    02/18/2025

    Facts Behind Fiction: You Lied to Me

    Every first responder or crisis worker has a case that haunts them. Mine was my first crisis call after a woman was murdered by her ex in front of her two young children. The call was horrific, especially for a new advocate, but it was exacerbated by my boss, an unethical woman who loved power and had a twisted relationship with a corrupt police chief. The worst part, though, was hiding the truth from two young children. In the end, the youngest called me out. For help with understanding the warning signs for domestic violence and safety planning, please visit thehotline.org. To read the Victim Advocate Colleen Heenan series by Deborah Dobbs, visit her page on Amazon. Both The Psychotic Son and VILE are available on KU. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
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Dark Minds Shattered Lives exposes predators, dives into the minds of evildoers, and helps you and your loved ones avoid them.

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  • Creator
    Deborah Dobbs
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Deborah Dobbs
  • Show Website
    Dark Minds Shattered Lives