The Social Chemist

Nelson Perez
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A podcast that looks into the psychosocial elements that contribute to conspiracy theories and political extremism. Hosted by social worker and conspiracy theory researcher Nelson Perez.

  1. 24 jun

    Into the Manosphere: The Patriarchy, Sexism, and Gender-Based Terrorism w/ Dr. Cynthia Miller-Ibriss

    Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, I am joined by Dr. Cynthia Miller-Ibriss, a Professor in the School of Public Affairs and in the School of Education at the American University in Washington, DC, where she is also the founding director and chief vision officer in the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab (PERIL). She is the author of "Man-Up: The New Misogyny & the Rise of Violent Extremism," a book that covers the five strategies misogyny groups use to intimidate and oppress women and the LGBTQAI+ community, and strategies we can use to mitigate male-motivated violence.   Instagram The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) • Instagram photos and videos Thread The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) on Threads Dr. Cynthia Miller-Ibriss's books  Books | CynthiaMillerIdriss Dr. Cynthia Miller-Ibriss's Social Media / PERIL  Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss (@milleridriss) / X Cynthia Miller-Idriss - PERIL Research Recommended Social Chemist Episodes The Black Pill Radicalization Process of the Incel Community w/ Robert Green

    Into the Manosphere: The Patriarchy, Sexism, and Gender-Based Terrorism w/ Dr. Cynthia Miller-Ibriss

  2. 13 may

    Rudy Ridge: The Day the End Times Arrived w/ Chris Jennings

    Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, I am joined by Chris Jenning, author of "End of Days: Ruby Ridge, The Apocalypse, and the Unmaking of America, which documents the lead-up to the 1992 Ruby Ridge siege, which involved the Weaver family and Kevin Harris against the FBI. A standoff that lasted 11 days and ended the life of an officer, a mother, and a son. We revisit this event 32 years later and assess whether we learned anything about the far right since then.  Instagram The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) • Instagram photos and videos Thread The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) on Threads Chris Jennings Book End of Days: Ruby Ridge, the Apocalypse, and the Unmaking of America: Jennings, Chris: 9780316381949: Amazon.com: BooksFurther Resources on Rudy Ridge Ruby Ridge Documentary: American Standoff | Retro Report | The New York TimesThe Untold Story of Ruby Ridge with Survivor Sara WeaverRecommended Social Chemist Episodes Inside the Capitol on J6 w/ Nora NeusThe Contributing Factors Behind January 6 and the Unite the Right Rally w/ Timothy HeaphyThe Origins of the Rothschilds Conspiracy Legends & Rise of Modern Antisemitism w/ Mike RothschildThe Evolution of Far-Right Terrorism in the 21st Century w/ Bruce Hoffman and Jacob WareUndercover within the New Face of White Supremacy w/ Matson & Tawni Browning

    Rudy Ridge: The Day the End Times Arrived w/ Chris Jennings

  3. 20 mar

    Women, Extremism and the Lure of Belonging w/ Noelle Cook

    Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, I am joined by Noelle Cook, an ethnographer and author of The Conspiracists: Women, Extremism, and the Lure of Belonging, which explores the stories of two middle-aged white women in America, Tammy and Yvonne, and the psychosocial influences that led them down the path of QAnon conspiracy theories and insurrection at the Capitol on January 6. We discuss how identity, social media, and trauma informed their worldview, and learn about their take on Trump during the Epstein Investigation.  Instagram The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) • Instagram photos and videos Thread The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) on Threads Noelle Cook's Book The Conspiracists: Women, Extremism, and the Lure of Belonging: Cook, Noelle: 9798889832423: Amazon.com: BooksNoelle Cook's Website / Social Media Noelle CookNoelle Cook (noellecookdotcome) | Instagram Noelle Cook (@noellecook_com) / XNoelle Cook (@noellecookdotcom) • Threads Recommended Social Chemist Episodes Inside the Capitol on J6 w/ Nora NeusThe Contributing Factors Behind January 6 and the Unite the Right Rally w/ Timothy HeaphyThe Origins of the Rothschilds Conspiracy Legends & Rise of Modern Antisemitism w/ Mike RothschildA Psychosocial Assessment of QAnon w/ Dr. Joseph PierreHere Comes the Storm: The Origins of QAnon w/ Mike Rothschild

    Women, Extremism and the Lure of Belonging w/ Noelle Cook

  4. 30 ene

    Inside the Capitol on J6 w/ Nora Neus

    Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, Emmy-nominated producer and author Nora Neus joins the podcast to discuss her new book "24 Hours at The Capitol: An Oral History of the January 6th Insurrection," which documents the testimony of Capitol Hill police officers, lawmakers, and extremism researchers that experience and foresaw the events of J6. We also cover the state of the Trump administration and its path towards fascism.  Instagram The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) • Instagram photos and videos Thread The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) on Threads Nora Neus Books 24 Hours at the Capitol: An Oral History of the January 6th Insurrection: Neus, Nora: 9780807020623: Amazon.com: Books24 Hours in Charlottesville: An Oral History of the Stand Against White Supremacy: Neus, Nora: 9780807011928: Amazon.com: BooksNora Neus Website / Social Media  Nora Neus | Freelance JournalistNora Neus (@noraneus) / XRecommended Social Chemist Episodes   The Evolution of Far-Right Terrorism in the 21st Century w/ Bruce Hoffman and Jacob WareThe Contributing Factors Behind January 6 and the Unite the Right Rally w/ Timothy HeaphyThe State of Terrorism in the U.S. w/ Jacob WareHere Comes the Storm: The Origins of QAnon w/ Mike Rothschild

    Inside the Capitol on J6 w/ Nora Neus

  5. 30/10/2025

    The Fight Against Alex Jones, InfoWars and Reclaiming the Truth About Sandy Hook w/ Robbie Parker

    Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, I am joined by Robbie Parker, the father of Emilie Parker, who tragically lost her life at the age of 6 at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14th, 2012. We discuss his book, A Father's Fight: Taking on Alex Jones and Reclaiming the Truth About Sandy Hook, which covers his journey in addressing the trauma of losing a child, his own childhood trauma, and his journey towards peace while taking on Alex Jones in court.   Instagram The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) • Instagram photos and videos Thread The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) on Threads Robbie Parker's Book  Amazon.com: A Father's Fight: Taking on Alex Jones and Reclaiming the Truth About Sandy Hook: 9781635769838: Parker, Robbie: Books Robbe Parker's Website Robbie Parker | Author of A Father's Fight Recommended Social Chemist Episodes The Evolution of Lone Actors & Political Violence in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand w/ Dr Nathan BrooksThe Conspiratorial Right Wing's Protection of Alex Jones

    The Fight Against Alex Jones, InfoWars and Reclaiming the Truth About Sandy Hook w/ Robbie Parker

  6. 27/09/2025

    The Evolution of Lone Actors & Political Violence in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand w/ Dr Nathan Brooks

    Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, I am joined by Dr. Nathan Brooks, a forensic psychologist who specializes in complex offending behaviors, threat assessment, and target violence. We cover his 2025 book "Mass Casualty: The Rise of Lone Actors, which examines the psychosocial elements that contribute to political violence and mass shootings. Recommendations are given to help neighbors, friends, and families detect radicalization before it's too late.   Instagram The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) • Instagram photos and videos Thread The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) on Threads Nathan Brooks Book Mass Casualty: The Rise of Lone Actors: Brooks, Dr Nathan: 9780473749996: Amazon.com: Books Nathan Brooks Social Media Forensic Psychology | Dr Nathan BrooksNathan Brooks (@DrNathanBrooks) / XRecommended Social Chemist Episodes The Evolution of Far-Right Terrorism in the 21st Century w/ Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware

    The Evolution of Lone Actors & Political Violence in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand w/ Dr Nathan Brooks

  7. 05/09/2025

    Inside The Movement To Destroy American Democracy w/ Katherine Stewart

    Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, I am joined by Katherine Stewart, a journalist and author of "Money, Lies, and God: Inside the Movement To Destroy American Democracy." We cover the donors and strategies that are behind the Christian Nationalist movement, as well as assess how Trump's presidency has benefited from this far-right philosophy.  Instagram The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) • Instagram photos and videos Thread The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) on Threads Katherine Stewart Books Money, Lies, and God: Inside the Movement to Destroy American Democracy: Stewart, Katherine: 9781635578546: Amazon.com: BooksThe Power Worshippers: Inside the Dangerous Rise of Religious Nationalism: Katherine Stewart: Bloomsbury Publishing - BloomsburyThe Good News Club: The Christian Right's Stealth Assault on America's Children: Stewart, Katherine: 9781586488437: Amazon.com: BooksKatherine Stewart's Social Media Katherine Stewart | HomeKatherine Stewart (@katherinestewart.bsky.social) — BlueskyKatherine Stewart | SubstackRecommended Social Chemist Episodes Christian Nationalism Under Trump's Second Term w/ Amanda TylerLeaving Christian Nationalism and Finding a True Faith w/ April AjoyThe Emergence of Christian Extremism & The Future of the Republican Party w/ Elizabeth Neumann

    Inside The Movement To Destroy American Democracy w/ Katherine Stewart

  8. 05/06/2025

    The State of Terrorism in the U.S. w/ Jacob Ware

    Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, Jacob Ware from the Council on Foreign Relations returns to discuss the state of U.S. domestic terrorism after the 2024 U.S. Elections. We cover whether the definition of terrorism has been weaponized against marginalized communities by the Trump administration, and debate on whether the charges against Luigi Mangione can be considered terroristic.  Instagram The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) • Instagram photos and videos Thread The Social Chemist (@socialchemistig) on Threads Jacob Ware's Social Media Jacob Ware (@Jacob_A_Ware) / XJacob Ware (@jacobware.bsky.social) — BlueskyJacob Ware's Lawfare Article  Luigi Mangione and the Making of a ‘Terrorist’ | LawfareJacob Ware's Book God, Guns, and Sedition: Far-Right Terrorism in America (A Council on Foreign Relations Book): Hoffman, Bruce, Ware, Jacob: 9780231211222: Amazon.com: BooksThe Social Chemist Substack Articles Can Liberals differentiate between terrorism and advocacy in the case of Luigi Mangione?Healthcare, Guns, and ExtremismRecommended Social Chemist Episodes The Evolution of Far-Right Terrorism in the 21st Century w/ Bruce Hoffman and Jacob WareThe Contributing Factors Behind January 6 and the Unite the Right Rally w/ Timothy HeaphyThe Weaponization of Disinformation & Its Assault on Democracy w/ Barbara McQuadeThe Emergence of Christian Extremism & The Future of the Republican Party w/ Elizabeth Neumann

    The State of Terrorism in the U.S. w/ Jacob Ware
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A podcast that looks into the psychosocial elements that contribute to conspiracy theories and political extremism. Hosted by social worker and conspiracy theory researcher Nelson Perez.

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    Nelson Perez
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodios
    78
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