The Social Chemist
@thesocialchemist.bsky.social
The official Bluesky page of The Social Chemist podcast.
Social Worker studying disinformation, conspiracy theories, and far-right extremism.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-social-chemist/id1530316632
Social Worker studying disinformation, conspiracy theories, and far-right extremism.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-social-chemist/id1530316632
What was it like in the Capitol on J6, and how has the media distorted the reality for the MAGA community?
On today’s episode, I am joined by Emmy-nominated producer and author Nora Neus to discuss her book, 24 Hours at The Capitol.
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On today’s episode, I am joined by Emmy-nominated producer and author Nora Neus to discuss her book, 24 Hours at The Capitol.
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Inside the Capitol on J6 w/ Nora Neus
Podcast Episode · The Social Chemist · 01/30/2026 · 46m
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January 30, 2026 at 4:38 PM
What was it like in the Capitol on J6, and how has the media distorted the reality for the MAGA community?
On today’s episode, I am joined by Emmy-nominated producer and author Nora Neus to discuss her book, 24 Hours at The Capitol.
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On today’s episode, I am joined by Emmy-nominated producer and author Nora Neus to discuss her book, 24 Hours at The Capitol.
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In tomorrow's episode, I am joined by Nora Neus, an author and CNN producer, to discuss her new book “24 Hours in the Capitol: An Oral History of January 6th Insurrection”. We cover eye witness testimony from people within the Capitol that day and how rioters from J6 have now joined ICE operations.
January 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM
In tomorrow's episode, I am joined by Nora Neus, an author and CNN producer, to discuss her new book “24 Hours in the Capitol: An Oral History of January 6th Insurrection”. We cover eye witness testimony from people within the Capitol that day and how rioters from J6 have now joined ICE operations.
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Deeply honored to contribute to RSIS NTU's annual threat assessment report for the Counter Terrorist Trends and Analyses journal. My article looks at trends in Western far-right terrorism in 2025 and beyond. rsis.edu.sg/ctta-newsart...
January 12, 2026 at 2:14 PM
Deeply honored to contribute to RSIS NTU's annual threat assessment report for the Counter Terrorist Trends and Analyses journal. My article looks at trends in Western far-right terrorism in 2025 and beyond. rsis.edu.sg/ctta-newsart...
In this week’s Substack article, I cover how the term narcoterrorism is being used to justify American Imperialism and why U.S. intervention should never be considered a saving grace by default.
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Narcoterrorism: The Rationale for American Imperialism
How smuggling drugs became an act of terrorism, but capturing a foreign president did not.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:56 PM
In this week’s Substack article, I cover how the term narcoterrorism is being used to justify American Imperialism and why U.S. intervention should never be considered a saving grace by default.
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Whatever the purported justification for invading a foreign country and abducting its leader, the real justification is oil, oil, oil, and more oil.
January 3, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Whatever the purported justification for invading a foreign country and abducting its leader, the real justification is oil, oil, oil, and more oil.
Here is my 2025 book list from all the scholars who appeared on The Social Chemist podcast, covering topics such as the psychology of disinformation, the threat of Christian Nationalism in the U.S, and the rise of lone actors.
Thank you as well to the audience who continue to support my work.
Thank you as well to the audience who continue to support my work.
December 31, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Here is my 2025 book list from all the scholars who appeared on The Social Chemist podcast, covering topics such as the psychology of disinformation, the threat of Christian Nationalism in the U.S, and the rise of lone actors.
Thank you as well to the audience who continue to support my work.
Thank you as well to the audience who continue to support my work.
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A pleasure to join Lucas Webber on the @techvsterrorism.bsky.social podcast, discussing the five-alarm fire of counterterrorism today: youth radicalization.
Pathways to Violence: Understanding Youth Radicalisation - Tech Against Terrorism
Youth radicalisation is changing. Young people today are increasingly being drawn into extremist movements through online platforms, social networks, and gaming environments. But these pathways look v...
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December 18, 2025 at 9:02 PM
A pleasure to join Lucas Webber on the @techvsterrorism.bsky.social podcast, discussing the five-alarm fire of counterterrorism today: youth radicalization.
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With @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social, discussing the ideological underpinnings of the far-right anti-immigrant movement, including the Great Replacement Theory, and how it manifests in violence. open.spotify.com/episode/6EUc...
White, Christian and Nationalist
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December 1, 2025 at 8:14 PM
With @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social, discussing the ideological underpinnings of the far-right anti-immigrant movement, including the Great Replacement Theory, and how it manifests in violence. open.spotify.com/episode/6EUc...
I’m interested in seeing how the far-right ecosystem attempts to kill this story. For a movement that exploited the real consequences of human trafficking for political gains, it’s fascinating to see them try to ignore this.
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What Newly Released Emails Tell Us About Epstein and Trump
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November 13, 2025 at 7:58 PM
I’m interested in seeing how the far-right ecosystem attempts to kill this story. For a movement that exploited the real consequences of human trafficking for political gains, it’s fascinating to see them try to ignore this.
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Latest polling shows Trump's approval among his base has dropped significantly.
Trump is facing a plummet in approval — driven by an unlikely group: New poll
Latest polling shows Trump's approval among his base has dropped significantly.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Latest polling shows Trump's approval among his base has dropped significantly.
A couple of reasons why Ben Shapiro’s recent attacks against Nick Fuentes and Tucker Carlson are ineffective are that, for years, Ben Shapiro has sanitized Republican antisemitism and denied the implications of stochastic terrorism.
November 12, 2025 at 12:46 AM
A couple of reasons why Ben Shapiro’s recent attacks against Nick Fuentes and Tucker Carlson are ineffective are that, for years, Ben Shapiro has sanitized Republican antisemitism and denied the implications of stochastic terrorism.
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“Now to suddenly try to stop that conspiratorial train will prove to be ineffective.”
A smart and rather ominous article on Nick #Fuentes by my friend Nelson Perez (@thesocialchemist.bsky.social) in @timesofisrael.com. blogs.timesofisrael.com/the-third-wa...
A smart and rather ominous article on Nick #Fuentes by my friend Nelson Perez (@thesocialchemist.bsky.social) in @timesofisrael.com. blogs.timesofisrael.com/the-third-wa...
The Blogs: The Third Wave of Antisemitism from Nick Fuentes
From the blog of Nelson Perez at The Times of Israel
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November 7, 2025 at 2:31 PM
“Now to suddenly try to stop that conspiratorial train will prove to be ineffective.”
A smart and rather ominous article on Nick #Fuentes by my friend Nelson Perez (@thesocialchemist.bsky.social) in @timesofisrael.com. blogs.timesofisrael.com/the-third-wa...
A smart and rather ominous article on Nick #Fuentes by my friend Nelson Perez (@thesocialchemist.bsky.social) in @timesofisrael.com. blogs.timesofisrael.com/the-third-wa...
On the Times of Israel blog, I covered the re-emergence of Nick Fuentes in the far-right ecosystem and how the assassination of Charlie Kirk has opened the floodgates for neo-Nazism to thrive in the online conservatism movement
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The Blogs: The Third Wave of Antisemitism from Nick Fuentes
From the blog of Nelson Perez at The Times of Israel
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November 5, 2025 at 9:12 PM
On the Times of Israel blog, I covered the re-emergence of Nick Fuentes in the far-right ecosystem and how the assassination of Charlie Kirk has opened the floodgates for neo-Nazism to thrive in the online conservatism movement
blogs.timesofisrael.com/the-third-wa...
blogs.timesofisrael.com/the-third-wa...
On today’s episode, I am joined by Robbie Parker, who lost his daughter Emilie in a mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
We cover his book about the conspiratorial extremism he faced and the journey in combating the infamous Alex Jones and InfoWars.
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We cover his book about the conspiratorial extremism he faced and the journey in combating the infamous Alex Jones and InfoWars.
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The Fight Against Alex Jones, InfoWars and Reclaiming the Truth About Sandy Hook w/ Robbie Parker
Podcast Episode · The Social Chemist · 10/30/2025 · 1h 8m
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October 30, 2025 at 7:33 PM
On today’s episode, I am joined by Robbie Parker, who lost his daughter Emilie in a mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
We cover his book about the conspiratorial extremism he faced and the journey in combating the infamous Alex Jones and InfoWars.
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We cover his book about the conspiratorial extremism he faced and the journey in combating the infamous Alex Jones and InfoWars.
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“Whether racism is indeed the driving factor, Israel’s refusal to adopt a more surgical approach in Gaza will inevitably lead to further waves of violence that threaten the safety of Israeli civilians, empower clamors of “genocide,” and undermine peace and stability in the region.”
Netanyahu's miscalculation is that a high death toll in Gaza would be acceptable if people were periodically reminded of the #October7thMassacre. Instead, Israel’s relationships with its allies, including the US, face unprecedented strain. irregularwarfare.org/articles/isr...
Israel’s Irregular Warfare Paradox: Reconciling Precision Abroad and a “Killing Field” Next Door
Israel’s irregular warfare paradox shows how surgical operations in Iran and mass violence in Gaza are reshaping its global image and fueling regional instability.
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October 7, 2025 at 8:37 PM
“Whether racism is indeed the driving factor, Israel’s refusal to adopt a more surgical approach in Gaza will inevitably lead to further waves of violence that threaten the safety of Israeli civilians, empower clamors of “genocide,” and undermine peace and stability in the region.”
Today’s episode of The Social Chemist podcast features a conversation with forensic psychologist and author of “Mass Casualty”, Dr Nathan Brooks, to discuss lone actors and the rise of political assassinations in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand.
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The Evolution of Lone Actors & Political Violence in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand w/ Dr Nathan Brooks
Podcast Episode · The Social Chemist · 09/27/2025 · 38m
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September 28, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Today’s episode of The Social Chemist podcast features a conversation with forensic psychologist and author of “Mass Casualty”, Dr Nathan Brooks, to discuss lone actors and the rise of political assassinations in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand.
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I’m surprised that Luigi Mangione’s terrorism charges were dropped. His actions were intended to change healthcare policies, which is why he selected his target.
@jacobware.bsky.social looks like you were right. 🙌
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@jacobware.bsky.social looks like you were right. 🙌
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New York judge tosses terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, lets murder count stand
A judge has dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione in New York state’s case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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September 16, 2025 at 9:55 PM
I’m surprised that Luigi Mangione’s terrorism charges were dropped. His actions were intended to change healthcare policies, which is why he selected his target.
@jacobware.bsky.social looks like you were right. 🙌
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@jacobware.bsky.social looks like you were right. 🙌
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In this week’s newsletter, I cover the assassination of Charlie Kirk and how his contribution to U.S. political polarization led to his demise.
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The Cost of Political Extremism in U.S. Discourse
How Charlie Kirk's creation of extremism and polarization led to his demise.
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September 11, 2025 at 7:36 PM
In this week’s newsletter, I cover the assassination of Charlie Kirk and how his contribution to U.S. political polarization led to his demise.
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I am joined by @katherinestewart.bsky.social , journalist and author of “God, Money, Lies: The Movement to Destroy American Democracy,” which examines the finances, strategies, and influential donors funding the far-right anti-democratic movement eroding U.S.
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Inside The Movement To Destroy American Democracy w/ Katherine Stewart
Podcast Episode · The Social Chemist · 09/05/2025 · 38m
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September 5, 2025 at 4:23 PM
I am joined by @katherinestewart.bsky.social , journalist and author of “God, Money, Lies: The Movement to Destroy American Democracy,” which examines the finances, strategies, and influential donors funding the far-right anti-democratic movement eroding U.S.
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Is this the first war in history where nobody knows if it's actually happening?
June 24, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Is this the first war in history where nobody knows if it's actually happening?
1/4 One of the fascinating things about MAGA is that it is a political movement designed to be on the offensive. It’s stronger when the “villains” are in power because it can frame itself as the victim and develop conspiracy theories about why the nation is crumbling.
June 23, 2025 at 4:42 PM
1/4 One of the fascinating things about MAGA is that it is a political movement designed to be on the offensive. It’s stronger when the “villains” are in power because it can frame itself as the victim and develop conspiracy theories about why the nation is crumbling.
1/1 Iran doesn’t have the capability to confront the U.S. head-on in direct conflict, but it does have the power of social media.
Over the last three decades, terrorism has evolved from an organized endeavor to lone wolf terrorism, which the algorithm has accelerated.
Over the last three decades, terrorism has evolved from an organized endeavor to lone wolf terrorism, which the algorithm has accelerated.
June 22, 2025 at 4:24 AM
1/1 Iran doesn’t have the capability to confront the U.S. head-on in direct conflict, but it does have the power of social media.
Over the last three decades, terrorism has evolved from an organized endeavor to lone wolf terrorism, which the algorithm has accelerated.
Over the last three decades, terrorism has evolved from an organized endeavor to lone wolf terrorism, which the algorithm has accelerated.
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📆1 year ago, "Invisible Rulers: The People Who Turn Lies Into Reality" hit the shelves.
It's about who shapes what we believe: influencers + algorithms + online crowds.
About bespoke realities, fractured publics, and consensus collapse.
A 🧵 w/some updates...
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It's about who shapes what we believe: influencers + algorithms + online crowds.
About bespoke realities, fractured publics, and consensus collapse.
A 🧵 w/some updates...
bookshop.org/p/books/invi...
June 11, 2025 at 4:08 PM
📆1 year ago, "Invisible Rulers: The People Who Turn Lies Into Reality" hit the shelves.
It's about who shapes what we believe: influencers + algorithms + online crowds.
About bespoke realities, fractured publics, and consensus collapse.
A 🧵 w/some updates...
bookshop.org/p/books/invi...
It's about who shapes what we believe: influencers + algorithms + online crowds.
About bespoke realities, fractured publics, and consensus collapse.
A 🧵 w/some updates...
bookshop.org/p/books/invi...
The far-right is saying the quiet part out loud. They never supported legal immigration. What they are advocating for is a nation that holds White Christians at the top of the hierarchy.
#extremism #losangeles
#extremism #losangeles
June 10, 2025 at 8:25 PM
The far-right is saying the quiet part out loud. They never supported legal immigration. What they are advocating for is a nation that holds White Christians at the top of the hierarchy.
#extremism #losangeles
#extremism #losangeles