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Glitterpill Podcast Welcome to the Glitterpill Podcast, where we explore extremism, disinformation, and resilience with honesty, clarity, and heart. Each episode brings insights from researchers, practitioners, and cultural voices on how we navigate this moment in history without losing ourselves. In This Episode Stefano cuts through the noise to reveal the hard truths about cartels beyond the culture war headlines and academic siloes. Expect gripping field stories, sharp analysis, and practical tools for building resilience in the face of organized crime. We also open up about our own struggles with academia, what they miss in the race to stay "relevant," what "The War on Drugs" framing misses in this present moment, and the blind spots that still need shoring up. Why It Matters Glitterpill is about seeing beyond the noise, arming yourself with information, rejecting both the red pill and blue pill and finding creative ways to thrive in dangerous times.  Links & Resources SITREP: sitrep.artorias.com Artorias Tech: X | Instagram Featured source: Newlines Institute – Rise of Militarized Cartels Follow Glitterpill: Twitter  Jellyfish Trafficking: The Daily Beast Avocado Cartels: CNN Help Fuel the Work and Gain Some Extra Support This Season! By supporting Glitterpill, you're not just keeping the podcast alive, you're investing in community resilience projects that give extremism researchers the tools to thrive. Your contribution helps us back our fearless audio engineer Darren, and allows you to gain exclusive access to self-care resources designed by and for people in this field, plus intimate virtual events where big ideas meet real support. Join us for just $10/month and be part of a movement that's reshaping how we resist burnout, disinformation, and despair, together. 💫  

Glitterpill Podcast – Choosing to Do Something Real in a Rainbow Randolph World with Elsa Korinke, Somatic Practitioner If you've spent one too many hours in "industry convenings" that feel more like a Broadway revival than a strategy session, this one's for you.  I sit down with Elsa Korinke, a somatic practitioner, to talk about what real healing looks like when the CVE world can't stop throwing its endless Parade of Hope. From the body's quiet wisdom to the field's obsession with pageantry, we trace the slapstick dance between sincerity and spectacle. And yes, we even ask: what can a cartoon purple rhino teach extremism researchers about surviving burnout, reclaiming joy, and remembering why any of this work matters in the first place? Absurd? Of course. Necessary? More than ever. Catch Elsa's new offerings here. Join us in the Glitterpill community this September and begin the process of joyful self discovery. ✨ Get the Glitterpill Workbook (DIY Type-A Edition) ✨ Go to Venmo Send $27 to @Glitterpill-Shop In the payment title, write:   Workbook – [email protected] (Example: Workbook – [email protected]) Check your inbox The workbook will be sent to the email you included in the payment title. Option 2 – Inside the Community You can also grab the workbook right here in the community, for $10 a month or $90 annually.  Just follow the pinned instructions, and you'll get instant access without leaving the platform.

🎙️Episode Description Welcome back to The Glitterpill Podcast, your go-to for high-stakes insight, psychological subversion, and resilience in the age of narrative warfare. I'm your host, Samantha Kutner. Today's episode is essential listening for intel nerds, NATO analysts, and anyone tracking how domestic extremists are syncing up with foreign disinformation ops like it's a blacksite LAN party. Our guest? The legendary Agent Pale Horse himself—Scott Payne, a retired FBI undercover operative who infiltrated America's most dangerous white supremacist groups. His story is the subject of White Hot Hate (CBC, Season Two) and the new memoir Code Name: Pale Horse: How I Went Undercover to Expose America's Nazis. This episode is a blueprint—for understanding accelerationist networks, for recognizing the seductive logic of hate, and for creating meaningful off-ramps. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Grab your copy of Code Name: Pale Horse: How I Went Undercover to Expose America's Nazis, now a New York Times bestseller here!   🔍 Featured Interviews & Resources 🎙️ Scott Payne on other platforms: Joe Rogan Experience #2295 – Scott Payne FBI Retired Case File Review, Ep. 289 – Reflections from an undercover operative 🗂️ Background on The Base: ARC Consortium The Guardian: Russian spy allegations against The Base leader 🧠 Ideological Frameworks & Intel Reads: CTC at West Point: Multi-Node Neo-Fascist Structures Raw Story: The Proud Boys & Accelerationism Proud Boys Analysis 📰 Current Events: BBC: Extremist Threats in Focus Times of Israel: May 6, 2025 Liveblog CNN: Gaza Flotilla Ship Intercepted 🧘‍♂️ Thinking About Leaving? Life After Hate provides support for those exiting violent extremist groups. If you or someone you know is looking for a way out, they're here to help. 🎵 Bonus: Scott Payne's Musical Side Yes, you read that right. Scott is also a musician. Enjoy his cover of "Simple Man", featuring Jonathan S. Hendrix (acoustic) and Casey Hauschildt (lead guitar). 🎶 Watch/Listen here 💥 If you want more deep dives like this, support the pod by subscribing or becoming a member. These conversations don't just happen—they're built with intention, integrity, and way too much coffee. Let's grow this community without relying on institutional grants or the next consulting gig. 👉 Join the Glitterpill community on Skool for just $10/month

🎙️ Aging Like a Fine Wine: A Historic Conversation with Enrique Tarrio & Samantha Kutner   🔥 A Pivotal Moment for Enrique Tarrio & the Future of Extremist Movements For the first time ever, Enrique Tarrio and Samantha Kutner sit down for a candid discussion about his next steps after the January 6th trial and the Proud Boys' trademark loss to a historic Black church. Tarrio insists he's aging like a fine wine—but let's just say there's some debate over whether the cork is still on.   This episode explores what happens when extremist leaders face legal and ideological reckonings, the leadership voids and fractures in far-right movements, and what this all means for radicalization, disengagement, and accountability.   💡 What You'll Discover in This Episode 🔹 Tarrio's reflections on the trial, the trademark case, and his next steps 🔹 The impact of legal consequences on far-right organizing 🔹 How extremist movements struggle with leadership voids and rebranding 🔹 What this means for individuals questioning their involvement in extremist spaces   🚀 My Advisory Offerings & Community Resources I work with organizations, journalists, policymakers, and community leaders to counter extremism, disinformation, and radicalization. If you need expert guidance, here's how I can help:   🔹 Extremism & Disinformation Advisory – Helping organizations cut through noise with intelligence-backed strategies. 📌 Book a session:  🔹 Data-Driven Threat Analysis – Identifying emerging threats for journalists, security professionals, and research teams.   🔹 Disengagement & Resilience Building – Developing interventions for individuals leaving extremism.   🔹 The Glitterpill Community – A space for those witnessing fascism unfold and looking for actionable steps. 📌 Join here   🔹 Glitterpill Shop – Support independent research and grab exclusive merch like the "Intel Is My Love Language" crop top. 📌 Shop here   🎯Connect with Me Privately If you or someone you know is struggling with radicalization, disinformation, or the fallout of extremism, you can reach out privately for guidance. Whether you're reconsidering your involvement, seeking a way out, or just need clarity, my inbox is open.   📩 For Proud Boys and others seeking to leave, learn more here: 📌  🎧 Listen now & subscribe for more deep dives into extremism, disengagement, and resilience.   

About This Episode  In this episode, we open with a powerful read from Leslie Jamison, a writer who understands the tension between feeling deeply and carrying on. Her words remind us that vulnerability isn't weakness—it's part of how we survive. About The Glitterpill Community In the work we do—dissecting extremism, unraveling disinformation, and navigating heavy conversations—it's easy to feel like you're losing a piece of yourself. The burnout, the cynicism, the isolation—it all takes a toll. But this February, let's reclaim what makes us human. The Glitterpill Community is your refuge. Here, we believe that staying engaged doesn't mean losing your heart. Through creativity, joy, and intentional care, we help you sustain your passion without sacrificing your well-being. This month's theme? Not Losing Your Heart. 🔸 How do we stay soft in hard times? 🔸 How do we love what we do without it breaking us? 🔸 How do we fight without becoming what we fight against? Join us and find out. With monthly discussion themes, guided self-care practices, and a support network that truly understands, Glitterpill is more than a community—it's your heart's armor. 💕 Take the Glitterpill and see the world in a new way—one where intelligence, collaboration, and care are at the heart of change. 💕 🔗 Join Our Community on Skool https://www.skool.com/the-glitterpill-community/about NEW! Glitterpill Coaching Sessions 💡✨ This Valentine's season, invest in the greatest love of all—yourself. Keeping your heart intact means recognizing when you need support. Whether you're struggling with burnout, tough conversations, or emotional exhaustion, our one-on-one coaching is here for you. 💖 Your heart is worth protecting. Let's make sure you have the tools to do it. 🛑 Limited to 3 sessions per person/month! 💲 $249 per session 📍 Book your session today → https://buy.stripe.com/aEU00l9Qq0JL5BSfYY Intelligence Is My Love Language 💌 Loving your work doesn't mean letting it consume you. At Glitterpill, we believe in loving fiercely and thinking critically, without losing our softness. This Valentine's Day, wear that ethos with pride. 💘 Get Your 'Intel Is My Love Language' Valentine's Day Tee! https://theglitterpillshop.bigcartel.com/product/recycled-long-sleeve-crop-top 📲 Spread the love. Share your Glitterpill love language moments using → #GlitterpillLoveLanguages This February, let's stay open, stay grounded, and stay whole. Because the work is important—but so is your heart. ❤️✨