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Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Belief, and Manipulation

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Trust Me is a weekly interview podcast about cults, extreme belief, and the fine line between devotion and delusion—told through firsthand accounts from the people who lived it. Hosted by two women who’ve been in cults themselves, Lola Blanc and Meagan Elizabeth, the show features survivors from groups like Heaven’s Gate, the Manson Family, NXIVM, OneTaste and more–sharing personal stories of how they got in, how they got out, and everything in between. Each week, they invite these guests al ...
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NXIVM (pronounced "Nexium") calls itself a humanitarian community. Experts call it a cult. Uncover: Escaping NXIVM is an investigative podcast series about the group, its leader Keith Raniere and one woman's journey to get out. From CBC Podcasts and CBC News. For the best in true crime from CBC, ad-free, visit apple.co/cbctruecrime.
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NXIVM on Trial

Times Union

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Listen to developments in the saga of Keith Raniere and NXIVM, the shadowy upstate New York organization that was at the center of a federal investigation into alleged extortion, sex trafficking and more.
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Infamous: NXIVM's Inner Circle

Campside Media / Sony Music Entertainment

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News leaks that someone in the self-help group NXIVM has branded female members with their leader’s initials. Now, the nation believes they are a cult. In the hopes of changing the narrative, NXIVM gives Vanessa exclusive access to the group’s top members, like Seagram’s heir Clare Bronfman and Smallville star Allison Mack. Unlock all episodes of Infamous: NXIVM's Inner Circle, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first o ...
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Tired of the misinformation and propaganda in current true crime reporting, podcasts and documetaries; Roberta Glass set out in 2018 to create a true crime podcast sourced directly from the court records and case files. Roberta's drive and curiosity to look more deeply into true crime cases has taken her to the courthouse where she covered to the NXIVM trial, Ghislaine Maxwell trial and Larry Ray trial as well as Jeffrey Epstein related hearings.
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The true crime history podcast that takes you inside the minds of some of our most notorious felons and outlaws, exploring the dark side to the American dream. Host Jeremy Schwartz will introduce you to the picture-perfect brothers who teamed up to kill their parents; the thief who stole babies and ruined countless lives; the crypto king who siphoned off billions in the name of saving the world—and plenty more. From assassins and gangsters, to killers and con artists, whatever the case, whoe ...
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True Crimes

True Crimes

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This show covers some current crime topics. Interviews and discussions about true crime stories. Intro music from http://brainybetty.com/soundsforpowerpoint.htm
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Best Case Worst Case

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We take you behind police lines. Former FBI profiler Jim Clemente & former FBI special agent Maureen O'Connell get unparalleled access to law enforcement officers, looking back at their most memorable cases – for better or for worse.
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A Little Bit Culty

Sarah Edmondson & Anthony “Nippy” Ames

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Think you might be in a cult? Want to know the signs? Join Sarah Edmondson and Anthony “Nippy” Ames to talk about things that are..a little bit culty. Or in their case: a whole bunch of culty. As whistleblowers documented in the critically-acclaimed HBO series “The Vow,” Sarah and Nippy have a lot to say about their experience, and burning questions to ask people with similar stories. They’re here to help people understand, heal from, and avoid abusive situations one little red flag at a tim ...
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The podcast that brings you a playful yet thought-provoking dive into the wildest conspiracy theories, strange facts, and mysterious stories . From secret government experiments to unexplained phenomena, we cover it all. Join Ash every Wednesday for twists, tangents, and truths that’ll keep you questioning reality.
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Red Room

Jenny Claffey

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Let's go down a rabbit hole; to places that are weird, wonderful, creepy, or mysterious. True Crime, Conspiracy & Unsolved Mysteries hosted & produced by Jenny Claffey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Each week, host John Hinson takes a look at weird, crazy, and forgotten stories from the history of humankind. He covers true crime, paranormal, and other strange stories and tries to put some humor into it, or maybe he's just an apathetic dick - that's up to you to decide.
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--NEW EPISODES EVERY FRIDAY!-- OBWAT is a deep and entertaining discussion into the different theological beliefs that have been a part of our world since the beginning of human thought. We enjoy studying how different religious beliefs have affected people, both good and bad, and would like you to join us as we see what makes these beliefs tick.
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Hosted by journalist Josh Bloch (“Uncover: Escaping NXIVM”), THE LOST KIDS dives deep into the search for a missing teen, uncovering the dark and twisted business of tough-love programs for “troubled teens” and their ties to one of America's most dangerous cults. Credits: Jessica Grimshaw- For USG Audio Jennifer Sears- For USG Audio Josh Bloch- Executive Producer, Host, Producer Kathleen Goldhar- Executive Producer, Producer Amanda McPhillips- Executive Producer Stuart Coxe- Executive Produc ...
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Transforming Trauma

The Complex Trauma Training Center

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In-depth conversations about how to help individuals and communities thrive after Complex Trauma. In a modern world beset by trauma and a legacy of suffering, conflict and disconnection, healing trauma can serve as a vehicle for personal and social transformation. Interviews with mental health and other helping professionals who are using the NeuroAffective Relational Model® (NARM®), as well as other prominent trauma specialists, will highlight the current efforts to address the legacy of ch ...
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WolfsCampFire

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Im a horror narrator on YouTube, and love all things spooky. So.. whether you're sitting around the campfire, on the night shift, or even laying in bed... let my voice soothe your nightmares. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wolfscampfire/support
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Smoking Mirrors

I.W , Timmy, Guillermo

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Welcome to Smoking Mirrors. We don't smoke by the way but we do talk a lot. We're just three students in China discussing global situations, local events, psychology, etc. giving our honest opinion on whatever comes up. As Hitler once said, "He alone, who owns the youth, gains the future" and today we're offering you a window into our worlds and minds. Our aim is to discuss what needs to be discussed, offer genuine and uncensored opinions and get our voices out into the world. Enjoy
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WEBSLEUTHS RADIO PODCAST features the latest breaking cases, biggest stories, powerful interviews, and exclusive guests. MONTHLY SUPPORT - Please support our podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes. Contribute today for as little as .99 per month, 4.99 per month or 9.99 per month. Thank you so much! https://anchor.fm/websleuthsradiopodcast WANT TO ADVERTISE ON WEBSLEUTHS RADIO PODCAST? Visit our listing on Advertisecast to learn more: https://www.advertisecast.c ...
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Mike Rinder, prominent whistleblower, exposes the abuses of the church of scientology through personal stories, interviews and scrutiny of current affairs. Mike spent 34 years working at the top ranks of the church of scientology and was directly involved with the inner workings of their spy unit: the Office of Special Affairs. He left the church in 2007 and has been exposing the abuses of this cult since 2009. Mike co-hosted the popular Emmy winning TV show, Leah Remini, Scientology and the ...
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This conversation with former NXIVM members Bron and Denai Johnson was such a hit when we first dropped it here last year that we’re doing it again (and yes, Patreon gets it first this time, too). In Part 1, the Johnsons open up about their early days in NXIVM’s Vancouver center — from the “too-perfect” community vibes that drew them in, to the per…
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In Part 1 of our interview with journalist Claire Hoffman, Claire shares what it was like growing up in an Iowa trailer park community built around the Transcendental Meditation (or TM) movement and its charismatic leader, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi–whose followers included The Beatles. Claire shares what the daily routine was like in the TM community, …
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Day one of three days of jury selection began today in Donna Adelson’s trial. Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereport Throw a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglass Support Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertagl…
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From Jonestown to Heaven’s Gate, to the Octopus Murders and the Waco Siege, the world is full of deception, manipulation, and destruction. Listen to Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes every Wednesday as we explore the real people at the center of the world’s most shocking secrets and nefarious organizations. Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crim…
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Donna Adelson had her final hearing before her trial begins tomorrow. Harvey Adelson expressed his anger and frustration at the press. Let’s talk about it. Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereport Throw a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglas…
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Send us a text The Summer of Cults continues with the telepathic alien SPACE BROTHER story of Ruth Norman and her Unarius cult. The Education News Comedy Quiz -- Some of the Above Play along with guest contestants from the education world. Laugh some & learn some... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Like the show on Facebook - https://www.facebook.…
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This episode is sponsored in part by Betterhelp. What happens when a street-corner “religious” pitch nearly ropes in a teenage girl—only for her to dodge the hook and spend the next three decades dismantling the playbook that tried to claim her? In Part 1 of our conversation with Professor Robin Boyle-Laisure—St. John’s University School of Law fac…
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This week, we’re looking at the disappearance of 39-year-old Eva Brennan, who vanished from Terenure in July 1993, and why her case never received the attention it deserved. Joing Patreon to Support The Show Links Eva Brennan - Garda 'One of the forgotten': Family frustration over missing woman's case https://archive.is/gJ28i Serial killer theory g…
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With so many snitches now set to testify in Donna Adelson’s case- let’s look at the orginal snitch who pointed the finger to Wendi, Donna and Charlie Adelson as the ones who paid for him and Sigfredo Garcia to murder Dan Markel. Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecri…
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donnaadelson #wendiadelson #charlieadelson #justicefordanmarkel A new filing gives us more details about the inmate Donna Adelson called her “jail daughter” before she turned on Donna and became a witness for the State. Adelson is desperate to silence her. Also, a new State snitch emerges! How many of them are there?! Get access to exclusive conten…
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Friend of the channel Alison Galvani joins Roberta to talk about the cold case murder of her mother Nancy Galvani and why is she more optimistic than ever that her mother’s murderer will finally be brought to justice. With special guest - Alison Galvani’s daughter Sarah. Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron tod…
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Welcome to the O Brother, Where Art Thou Podcast! Join Jared, Nate, and Neena as they take deep dives into odd theological beliefs, strange cults, and spiritualism, while making sure to share some laughs along the way! Everyone knows the Bible and the great teachings it holds. What nobody really talks about are the insanely messed up stories from t…
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Self proclaimed “innocent” witness Wendi Adelson just filed a new motion asserting her fifth amendment rights in regards to answering her Mother Donna Adelson & her lawyers questions in her mothers trial for the murder by hire of Dan Markel. It’s much like the other motions filed to protect this unindicted co-conspirator in the murder of Dan Markel…
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After abandoning Ottis Toole once again, Henry Lee Lucas finds himself in Texas. There he commits a pair of horrifying murders that will open a Pandora’s Box of trouble for law enforcement around the country. To listen to all four episodes of 'Lucas, Toole, and the Murder of Adam Walsh' right now and ad-free, subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, o…
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New filing from Donna Adelson case shows Donna Adelson is putting her son Charlie Adelson ex-friend (and State’s witness) Ryan Fitzgerald in the hotseat. In this episode, we go over the latest filing and look at Fitzgerald’s past testimony. Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/roberta…
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Attorney Carol Merchasin didn’t set out to expose cults, but after investigating allegations about a high-control Buddhist organization and discovering that the abuse had run more rampant than she’d imagined, she became a lawyer and focused her practice on getting justice for survivors of cults and abusive groups. Carol discusses the legal ins and …
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In this special Transforming Trauma series, we will be exploring the “origin stories” of influential therapists. These episodes offer a rare opportunity to peek behind the curtain and understand what inspired these therapists to pursue healing work, and how they have brought their life experiences into their professional work, impacting and inspiri…
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Bunkers. Blucifer. The Illuminati. Oh my. In the first Mini Files episode of CONSPIRASHY, Ash takes a 25-minute turbo tour through the weirdest, creepiest, and most suspicious airport on Earth — Denver International. From the giant glowing-eyed demon horse that literally killed its creator, to underground tunnels rumoured to house lizard people, to…
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Donna Adelson described this witness in Charlie Adelson’s trial as a liar who was red and twitchy- however he’s one of the most powerful witnesses of Wendi Adelson’s, Charlie Adelson & Donna Adelson’s involvement in the murder of Dan Markel. Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robert…
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Katherine Spearing is back—and she’s not pulling any punches. A trauma recovery practitioner and founder of Tears of Eden, Kat grew up in the Christian Patriarchy Movement, where obedience was godly, women were walking wombs, and joy was suspicious at best. In this episode, we dive deep into what spiritual abuse actually looks like: body control, p…
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Send us a text The Summer of Cults continues with some SPIRITUAL EDGING thanks to John Humphrey Noyes and his Oneida cult (plus the story of Charles Guiteau). The Education News Comedy Quiz -- Some of the Above Play along with guest contestants from the education world. Laugh some & learn some... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Like the show on F…
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This week, we look at the 2003 disappearance of 36-year-old Claire Boylan, and how her case became one of the many in Ireland that seemed to vanish from public view almost as quickly as she did. Links Claire Boylan - Garda Family appeal to missing woman Family of missing woman urge her to make contact The strange disappearance of Claire Boylan : r/…
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Who warned Charlie (and by proxy Donna Adelson) not to talk on the phone in the middle of June 2016? In this episode we dive into the post-conviction jailhouse calls of Charlie Adelson where he tells Donna he as warned by “Mike” not to talk on the phone. Could his mysterious “Mike” be Michael Weinstein the son of Wendi Adelson godfather Peter Weins…
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I called it! Donna Adelson’s lawyer Josh Zellman confirmed that his client will testify at her murder trial for the murder of her ex-son-in-law Dan Markel. Here’s what her testimony may sound like and why it’s a terrible, terrible idea. Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglas…
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Welcome to the O Brother, Where Art Thou Podcast! Join Jared, Nate, and Neena as they take deep dives into odd theological beliefs, strange cults, and spiritualism, while making sure to share some laughs along the way! Ready for more conspiracy theories?! Today, we dive into a few more deep and fun conspiracy theories. Instagram: https://www.instag…
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Donna Adelson has her last hearing tomorrow morning ahead of her August 19th, 2025 trial. This is the last chance for Adelson to silence witnesses. Who are these witnesses and why doesn’t Adelson want the jury to hear them? Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimerep…
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In Part 2 of our conversation, Jasmin opens up about life after escaping Saudi Arabia—landing in Wyoming, rediscovering autonomy, and slowly unlearning the rules that once governed every part of her existence. She shares how nature, therapy, and motherhood helped her begin to heal, and how writing her memoir The Last Sandstorm gave her the language…
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When Ottis Toole meets Henry Lee Lucas outside of a homeless shelter in Florida, he’s overjoyed to have found a soulmate. But when one friend abandons the other, it leads to a crime that changes America. To listen to all four episodes of 'Lucas, Toole, and the Murder of Adam Walsh' right now and ad-free, subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at …
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An update from States Attorney Jack Campbell on attorney Tim Jensen’s claim of a plea deal turned down by Donna Adelson. Also discussed - Donna Adelson’s attitude towards her upcoming trial, the charges against her and why you can bet on her taking the stand in her own trial. Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patro…
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Artist and writer Akina Cox returns to share more about her experience growing up in the Unification Church (also known as the Moonies), its physical punishment rituals, and where the church stands now. The girls then transition from the topic of her particular cult to a discussion on the cult-like patterns of the current American political landsca…
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They told us to "save the planet" — but conveniently forgot to mention we'd need to disappear quietly to do it. CONSPIRASHY is back! This week, Ash dives deep into the Depopulation Agenda — the chilling theory that global elites, billionaires, and shadowy world orgs are actively reducing the human population. Through sterilising chemicals, social m…
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Lawyer Tim Jansen is reporting that Donna Adeldon turned down a sweet plea deal that gave Adelson time served for implicating her daughter Wendi Adelson in the murder for hire plot that killed Wendi Adelson’s ex-husband, Florida State University law professor, Dan Markel. In this episode, I’ll explain why this should surprise no one who has been fo…
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JoJo Dullard, a 21-year-old woman from County Kilkenny, vanished without a trace in 1995 while hitchhiking home, sparking decades of unanswered questions, conspiracy theories, and allegations of a cover-up in one of Ireland’s most haunting missing persons cases. Josephine (Jo Jo) Dullard - Garda Join Patreon here to support the show Links The myth …
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This week’s guest is Jasmin Faulk, an author and advocate who risked everything to reclaim her freedom. Born to a Saudi father and Italian mother, Jasmin grew up in a country where girls were silenced, veiled, and made invisible. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Jasmin takes us inside the dark realities of growing up under fundamentalist Is…
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Send us a text The summer of cults rolls on with a more recent cult, the Aggressive Christianity Mission Training Corps. The Education News Comedy Quiz -- Some of the Above Play along with guest contestants from the education world. Laugh some & learn some... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Like the show on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Our…
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The West Memphis Three were convicted by two juries of killing eight year old Stevie Branch, Michael Moore and Chris Byers on May 5th, 1993 in West Memphis Arkansas. After campaign to free them West Memphis Three’s request for DNA testing gets green lit by Arkansas court. The West Memphis Three (Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin & Jesse Misskelley) stil…
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New filing by the Commonwealth in Aidan Kearney’s case exposes how Aidan “Turtleboy” Kearney used discovery in Karen Read’s case to help killer Karen Read get away with her murder of police officer John O’Keefe. Also, Karen Read wants her phone & murder vehicle back. Read also makes a moves to get her claws on discovery docs in the Sandra Birchmore…
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A new filing has dropped from Donna Adelson’s defense team. In this new filing, we learn of a new jailhouse snitch who has talked to law enforcement in April of 2025. Donna Adelson’s defense team deposed this new snitch [Patricia Byrd] on July 17, 2025. Donna Adelson’s defense aims to keep out most of this inmate’s testimony save for her remarks ab…
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Welcome to the O Brother, Where Art Thou Podcast! Join Jared, Nate, and Neena as they take deep dives into odd theological beliefs, strange cults, and spiritualism, while making sure to share some laughs along the way! What's your favorite conspiracy theory? Throughout history, these theories for the unknown and the corrupt have been part of our cu…
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We’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with Lauren and Aaliyah—two former NXIVM coaches and co-hosts of This Juicy Life—as we dig deeper into the tangled mix of growth, gaslighting, and gut-checks they experienced inside (and outside) the cult. This episode unpacks what comes after the escape: the emotional fallout, the tricky process of reconn…
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Henry Lee Lucas and Ottis Toole are two of history’s most prolific serial killers. Or they’re liars who aren’t to be trusted. Either way, they’ve both got red in their ledger – all stemming from their twisted beginnings. To listen to all four episodes of 'Lucas, Toole, and the Murder of Adam Walsh' right now and ad-free, subscribe in Apple Podcasts…
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Artist and writer Akina Cox shares about her childhood growing up in the Unification Church, also known as the Moonies. They discuss the background of the church and its late leader Reverend Moon, how her parents both joined after hitchhiking in the 70s, and what it was like growing up in the group. She shares how it felt participating in a mass we…
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In this special Transforming Trauma series, we are exploring the “origin stories” of influential therapists. These episodes offer a rare opportunity to peek behind the curtain and understand what inspired these therapists to pursue healing work - and how they have brought their life experiences into their professional work, impacting and inspiring …
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