The Secret Cult that Created Chess.com
Danny Rensch joins us today for a raw, unfiltered deep dive into the hidden layers of his life—from the extreme world of high-control groups to the high-stakes battleground of global chess. We explore his upbringing inside the Church of Immortal Consciousness, breaking down the strange reality of "The Village," channeled trance rituals, and the psychological mechanisms that draw people into cults. Danny opens up about surviving abuse, finding purpose through intense adversity, and his eventual escape. Welcome to Camp! 🏕️ Shoutout to our sponsors: Ultra, Perplexity, Blue Chew and Morgan &…
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