Chapter

The Competition of Cults
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28:41 - 35:45 (07:04)

Neil discusses a group of cults centered around one leader and their distinctive characteristics, which often involve manipulation, gimmicks, and sexual exploits.

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In this episode, hosts Mary and Emma discuss the dark side of the pickup artist community, including the emotionally unstable behavior and questionable advice from notable figures such as Mystery and those who call themselves gurus.
28:41 - 29:59 (01:17)
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Pickup Artist Community
Summary

In this episode, hosts Mary and Emma discuss the dark side of the pickup artist community, including the emotionally unstable behavior and questionable advice from notable figures such as Mystery and those who call themselves gurus.

Chapter
The Competition of Cults
Episode
The Game
Podcast
If Books Could Kill
The bulk of the book is about Neil trying to pick up girls or observing other guys try to do the same in various settings, while also describing a competing group of cults and his rise as a journalist in LA.
29:59 - 32:16 (02:17)
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Dating, Los Angeles
Summary

The bulk of the book is about Neil trying to pick up girls or observing other guys try to do the same in various settings, while also describing a competing group of cults and his rise as a journalist in LA.

Chapter
The Competition of Cults
Episode
The Game
Podcast
If Books Could Kill
The key to building rapport with people is not about gimmicky tricks, but rather making others feel comfortable.
32:16 - 34:24 (02:07)
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Building Rapport
Summary

The key to building rapport with people is not about gimmicky tricks, but rather making others feel comfortable. In this podcast, the speaker shares how developing this skill helped them interact with others more effectively.

Chapter
The Competition of Cults
Episode
The Game
Podcast
If Books Could Kill
The author discusses how the pickup artist industry became more refined and popular, while sharing his thoughts on one author's writing style and an unnecessary chapter on a threesome.
34:24 - 35:45 (01:21)
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Pickup Artist Industry
Summary

The author discusses how the pickup artist industry became more refined and popular, while sharing his thoughts on one author's writing style and an unnecessary chapter on a threesome.

Chapter
The Competition of Cults
Episode
The Game
Podcast
If Books Could Kill