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EPISODE · May 1, 2025 · 43 MIN

Boy Misunderstood: The Dark Psychology of Incels

from The CRAM Podcast ~ Extraordinary Ideas Unleashed · host Mary Ito

Have you heard of the series Adolescence?It’s one of THE most watched streaming shows and has sparked a lot of conversation around incel culture.  A boy living in the UK is accused of murdering one of his female classmates.  He’s 13 years old. The details about his life make the situation even more disturbing.  He does well in school, he’s never been in serious trouble, and he comes from a loving family.  Nothing unusual except…  his online life.  Sociologist Eran Shor gives a startling profile of the young men who become radicalized.GUEST INFO:Eran Shor is a Professor in the Dept. of Sociology at McGill University.  https://www.mcgill.ca/popcentre/people-0/members/eran-shorHe’s the co-author of Aggression in Pornography:https://www.mcgill.ca/channels/channels/news/professor-eran-shors-book-presents-some-surprising-results-about-place-aggression-within-pornography-324543We’d really appreciate your support!  Please rate our podcast and subscribe and follow us on social @CRAMideas.  Support the CRAM Podcast!Research shapes our lives, yet so much of it doesn’t reach the public. CRAM bridges the gap, bringing groundbreaking Canadian research to everyone. To keep this important work going, we need your support.CRAM is a registered charity, and Canadian donors will receive a tax receipt. Help us share the research that matters and donate using the link below. Thank you!https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/124993 

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Have you heard of the series Adolescence? It’s one of THE most watched streaming shows and has sparked a lot of conversation around incel culture. A boy living in the UK is accused of murdering one of his female classmates. He’s 13 years old. The details about his life make the situation even more disturbing. He does well in school, he’s never been in serious trouble, and he comes from a loving family. Nothing unusual except… his online life. Soci...

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