Ali Winston
Investigative journalist who has reported on online extremist and exploitative youth networks, including long-form work for Wired and other outlets; guest on this episode to discuss Terrorgram, 764, 09A, and Roblox-related harms.
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Oct 20, 2025 • 9min
Episode 497: 764 101 (trailer)
Ali Winston, an investigative journalist specializing in online extremism, joins to dissect the alarming rise of grooming networks targeting youth. They discuss how the pandemic drove teens online, stripping away protective social barriers. The conversation delves into the transformation of victims into perpetrators, highlighting recruitment methods through platforms like Discord and Roblox. Winston emphasizes the global reach of these issues and critiques simplistic views on radicalization, touching on the dangerous blend of manipulation and ideology that fuels modern extremist movements.
Feb 7, 2025 • 2h 46min
Hell on Earth: The Ultra Sadism Report
Ali Winston and Roman Hofner, investigative journalists unearthing far-right extremism, join researcher Marc-Andre Argentino, who specializes in violent accelerationism. They delve into the horrific practices of extremist groups like 764 and the Maniac Murder Cult, exposing their ultra-sadistic ideologies. The conversation reveals alarming grooming tactics used on vulnerable youth, the chilling psychological impact, and the alarming growth of online communities glorifying violence. They stress the urgent need for awareness and preventive measures to protect children from these predatory networks.
