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June 5, 2025 42 mins

Ever wondered how deep resentment and unrequited love can spiral into a self-destructive cult of bitterness? Join Tim and LeeAnna as they dive into the fascinating, cringeworthy world of incels – the involuntary celibates who somehow think blaming women for their lack of romantic success is a viable strategy. In this first part of a two-parter, our podcasters explore the tangled mess of low self-esteem, entitlement, and, yes, a shocking lack of empathy. Plus, we get real about why “Chads” are the villains in their minds (spoiler: it’s not actually about the abs). Tune in to hear our deep dive into the psychology of resentment, the dangers of online echo chambers, and how this tragic worldview might just fuel a few writers' nightmares.

Next week, we’ll be back with Part 2 – because this saga of digital doom is far from over. You might want to stock up on popcorn... or some emotional armor.

A reminder: this podcast is ad-free, brought to you by Pure Emotional Armor—now available in convenient spray form! No more buffering between thoughts, no annoying sponsorships, just Tim and LeeAnna sharing the raw, uncomfortable truths. So, grab your bottle of this powerful spray (maybe just metaphorically for now) and get ready for another dose of real talk. Because when you listen to Alchemy we don’t just break down barriers, we build emotional fortresses. You’re welcome.

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