The Alchemist

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by Paulo Coelho · 1988

Paulo Coelho’s 1988 novel follows Santiago, a young shepherd who travels from Spain across North Africa toward the Egyptian pyramids after dreaming of a hidden treasure. Along the way, he encounters mentors and challenges that lead him to reflect on pursuing one’s dreams and discovering one’s personal destiny.

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1 episode featuring The Alchemist

Modern Wisdom
Four men confront the identities that drove them downward
The conversation examines whether rock bottom is a place people reach or a story they can interrupt by facing reality, shame, and desire.
Oct 5, 2026 · 2h 21m

1 episode featuring The Alchemist

Four men confront the identities that drove them downward