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EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 42 MIN

CIA Spy: Is Kanye Mentally Ill or a Narcissist? This is What His Behavior REALLY Reveals... PT 2

from Women of Impact · host Impact Theory

If you’ve ever blamed yourself for someone else’s chaos, or worried that “genius” gives people a hall pass for bad behavior, Part 2 is your game-changer. In the second half, ex CIA spy Andrew Bustamante and I dive even deeper into the psychological maze of Kanye West. From his infamous Sway interview to his viral Piers Morgan clashes, we dissect the moments that had everyone screaming “Narcissist!”, and reveal why the truth is far more complicated, painful, and urgent for every woman dealing with emotional instability in her world. We dig into the impact of brain injury, bipolar disorder, and why some people never develop the filters that keep their emotions (and outbursts) in check. Most importantly, we talk about what to do when love collides with someone’s untreated (or undiagnosed) mental health struggles, and how to protect yourself when patterns are clear but solutions aren’t. Here’s how you spot the difference between manipulation and genuine developmental challenge, and why YOU are always your own hero. SHOWNOTES “I am the most impactful artist of our generation”—how to decode self-aggrandizement The Sway interview: repetition, rage, and spectrum behaviors No eye contact, mic awareness—signs of autistic spectrum Creative talent meets developmental challenge: Where the myths fall apart Emotional escalation and de-escalation: The validation pattern Body language: manufactured confidence, defensive posture, and what’s different (Piers Morgan) Answering like a child: What the “look at my view” moment really tells us Cognitive struggle, stalling, and stunted adaptation Male competition, showmanship, and abrasive deflection Shifted tone, no aggression, and dissociative energy—possible signs of medication The letter: Car accident, frontal lobe injury, and newly diagnosed bipolar I Excuses vs. explanations: What medical trauma DOES and DOESN’T excuse Shared responsibility: How to protect yourself, love wisely, and make the safest next decision Thank you to our sponsors: Cozy Earth: code COZYLISA for 20% off https://cozyearth.com IQ Bar: 20% off and FREE shipping, text LISA to 64000 Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa HomeServe: Plans start at just $4.99 a month https://homeserve.com Follow Andrew Bustamante: Website: https://everydayspy.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EverydaySpyPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy Twitter: https://twitter.com/everydayspy FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever blamed yourself for someone else’s chaos, or worried that “genius” gives people a hall pass for bad behavior, Part 2 is your game-changer. In the second half, ex CIA spy Andrew Bustamante and I dive even deeper into the psychological maze of Kanye West. From his infamous Sway interview to his viral Piers Morgan clashes, we dissect the moments that had everyone screaming “Narcissist!”, and reveal why the truth is far more complicated, painful, and urgent for every woman dealing with emotional instability in her world. We dig into the impact of brain injury, bipolar disorder, and why some people never develop the filters that keep their emotions (and outbursts) in check. Most importantly, we talk about what to do when love collides with someone’s untreated (or undiagnosed) mental health struggles, and how to protect yourself when patterns are clear but solutions aren’t. Here’s how you spot the difference between manipulation and genuine developmental challenge, and why YOU are always your own hero. SHOWNOTES “I am the most impactful artist of our generation”—how to decode self-aggrandizement The Sway interview: repetition, rage, and spectrum behaviors No eye contact, mic awareness—signs of autistic spectrum Creative talent meets developmental challenge: Where the myths fall apart Emotional escalation and de-escalation: The validation pattern Body language: manufactured confidence, defensive posture, and what’s different (Piers Morgan) Answering like a child: What the “look at my view” moment really tells us Cognitive struggle, stalling, and stunted adaptation Male competition, showmanship, and abrasive deflection Shifted tone, no aggression, and dissociative energy—possible signs of medication The letter: Car accident, frontal lobe injury, and newly diagnosed bipolar I Excuses vs. explanations: What medical trauma DOES and DOESN’T excuse Shared responsibility: How to protect yourself, love wisely, and make the safest next decision Thank you to our sponsors: Cozy Earth: code COZYLISA for 20% off https://cozyearth.com IQ Bar: 20% off and FREE shipping, text LISA to 64000 Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa HomeServe: Plans start at just $4.99 a month https://homeserve.com Follow Andrew Bustamante: Website: https://everydayspy.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EverydaySpyPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy Twitter: https://twitter.com/everydayspy FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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