Jesse Michels

About

Jesse Michels is a venture investor at Thiel Capital and the creator of American Alchemy, a podcast and video series exploring the edges of science, spirituality, and hidden knowledge. Known for his calm, probing interview style, he engages with thinkers across disciplines to uncover what lies beneath mainstream narratives. His work spans topics like UFOs, government secrecy, advanced technology, and ancient civilizations. Michels also explores altered states of consciousness, simulation theory, and the overlap between modern physics and mysticism. He questions how media and power shape public belief and highlights overlooked or suppressed ideas. Through American Alchemy, he offers a rare blend of critical thinking and spiritual inquiry aimed at decoding deeper layers of reality.