iHeartPodcasts and KT Studios have announced the launch of a new podcast series titled “Incels,” which will examine the online subculture of so-called “involuntary celibates.” The podcast aims to explore the experiences and motivations of predominantly young, heterosexual men who feel isolated and resentful, sometimes leading to cruelty, harassment, or violence. The first episode will be released on September 24 and will be available on the iHeartRadio app as well as other major podcast platforms.
According to iHeartPodcasts, listeners will hear stories from current and former members of these online communities, along with expert commentary. The series intends not to sensationalize the subject but to provide understanding about how such digital spaces form, why they are growing, and what emotional cycles keep individuals engaged. The show also seeks to offer hope for those who wish to leave these communities.
“‘Incels’ will transport listeners into dark online forums, unveiling the tragic human cost of a subculture rooted in hate. With exclusive first-hand stories, empathetic expert commentary, and reflections from former and current incels, this series will not aim to sensationalize—but to understand. Episodes will dissect how these digital communities form, why they’re proliferating, and the emotional cycles that ensnare men, offering not just insight, but hope for those seeking an exit,” according to information provided by iHeartPodcasts.
The production team includes Stephanie Lydecker from KT Studios as executive producer alongside Courtney Armstrong and Gabriel Castillo. Tyler Klang serves as executive producer for iHeartPodcasts. Carolyn Miller and Conor Powell are also part of the producing team.
New episodes are scheduled for release every Wednesday.
KT Studios has established itself in true-crime storytelling with podcasts such as The Piketon Massacre—which was adapted into documentaries for Peacock and Oxygen—and Murder 101 currently being developed into a feature film by Amazon Studios. Collectively, three major KT Studios podcasts have drawn over 75 million listeners. The studio is also behind True Crime Tonight on iHeartRadio stations nationwide.
