Chasing Enlightenment
Chasing EnlightenmentThey called themselves the Students of Light. Their leader, John Hanas, claimed to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. While some claim he had supernatural powers, others call him an abusive cult leader. Hear the group’s story on Chasing Enlightenment.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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Cynthia Watson was one of the most memorable former Students of Light who contributed to Season 1 of Chasing Enlightenment. In this bonus episode, we chat about her reactions to the podcast and about some parts of her story we didn't have time to cov... more
The story of the Students of Light is closely tied up with the history of Toronto’s Junction neighbourhood. In this bonus episode, local historian Neil Ross helps us dig a bit deeper into the area’s colourful history.
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Eric is a Junction resident who contacted us to share his story. He wasn’t a Student of Light, but he knew several members personally as a teenager and young adult, including one woman he dated while in university. While Eric had a few slightly stran... more
In this bonus episode, we interview former Student of Light Joseph C. about what he heard on Season 1 of Chasing Enlightenment. Does he still view John Hanas as a benevolent man with supernatural powers? And does he still think that former Students o... more
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- Sold!
Listened to the first episode and I am so in! The host is great at pacing and is an excellent story teller. Episodes are a perfect length and leaves you wanting more. I will be listening to all of these! Sincerely recommend you do the same. :)
Apple Podcasts5Kai Bobbi
United States4 years ago - Great Cult Podcast
Love this series - such in depth work on a subject you can’t find much about online. Great production quality and interviews. Would love to see a second season about a different group.
Apple Podcasts5ICM95
United Kingdom4 years ago - Thx
Really enjoying hearing this history as a person who lives in the Junction. Very well researched and an interesting look back at something that I had not heard about before. Would love to know where in the Junction this happened and where the vegetarian stores were and where these members lived (I suspect somewhere near Keele& Dundas ) I have a listened to a lot of cult podcasts and what is also interesting is how they all follow pretty much the same model: charismatic leader one which you hand ... more
Apple Podcasts5Shajahfak
Canada4 years ago - I’m digging it!
Found this podcast on Twitter. Listened in and I’m digging the vibe! 5 out of 5 recommend. Check it out!
Apple Podcasts5Whit92106United States4 years ago - Excellent storytelling!
This podcast is a treat! I love how the voices all sound. The production is great and the stories are so compelling! Ready for more!!!
Apple Podcasts5Zelda K.United States4 years ago
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