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Warren Jeffs
Guðni Guðnason
FLDS
Polygamy
Mormonism
Mardi Gras
Fundamentalist Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Urantia Book
Eugenics
Celestial Seasonings
Modern Mystery School
Conspiracy Theories
Pizzagate
Rulon Jeffs
Child Marriage
Underage Brides
Lost Boys
Bigfoot
Theosophy
New Orleans

A podcast. About cults. Duh. Tune in each week as we cover groups ranging from Japanese Death Cults to the Violent Alt-Right. A perfect way to remember: Don’t Drink the Kool-Aid!

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Latest Episodes

WE’RE BACK, BABY! New year, new episode. Join Paige as she takes Mando thru the finale of our series on the Troubled Teen Industry. Big warning up top: This is a rough one. But hey, we missed ya.

Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here... more

We're back, baby! Join Paige as she takes Mando through the history of Synanon and their pathway to Cedu Schools (but pronounced like Sea-Doo, you know thos jetskis that are like...not jetskis? Actually I looked it up and they qualify them as "person... more

Grab a bucket to collect your neighbor's dental fillings and gather round to hear Paige answer questions about the Rapture... and one question about Raptors!

Just a quick check in with ya'll on this special day, and we'll be back with a normal episo... more

We’re back with the first earnest part of our new series on the Troubled Teen Industry. Join Paige as she takes Mando through the very hopeful beginnings of a movement that would ultimately turn upsetting.

Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn N... more

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Recent Guests

John Valley
Filmmaker and director of The Pizzagate Massacre
Episode: Ep. 291 The Pizzagate Massacre ft. John Valley
Griff Milton
Friend of the show and former co-host of Rooster Teeth podcast
Episode: Ep. 290 Thuggee: Ancient Hanky Code (ft. Griff Milton)
Guðni Guðnason
Cult figure claiming to be a reincarnated 3,000-year-old being and associated with King Solomon
Episode: Ep. 288 Guðni Guðnason Pt. 2: King Salmon

Hosts

Paige Wesley
Co-host known for her witty banter and humor while exploring serious cult topics. She contributes significantly to the comedic elements of the show.
Armando Torres
Co-host recognized for insightful commentary blended with humor, providing depth to discussions on cults. He balances serious topics with engaging personal anecdotes.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • great show!

    i love love love paige and mando! i found this show via boyfriend material, and i’ve devoured basically every episode. i do wish it updated more regularly though. great show, don’t drink the kool-aid!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WHAT COLOR IS CLEAR TAPE
    United States2 months ago
  • Paige and Armando used cult manipulation tactics to trick me into listening to 35 minutes of nothing

    Tried to listen to the first Hare Krishna episode. It really had promise. They talked about literally nothing for 20 minutes and then kept nearly getting going but then would get distracted and go off on some joke that honestly wasn’t funny for a solid 5 minutes. Sorry guys at 35 min I had to pull out.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    nicoleelizaaraujo
    United States7 months ago
  • Its fine I guess

    I really love cults as a topic, but for some reason I just can’t get behind these 2. Every-time I listen some of the jokes or conversations give meme conversations reddit style. Maybe I started listening too late that Im missing inner jokes. Also the information feels very bullet point. Lately Every time my playlist pops up an episode I just skip it .

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AmyAmyAmy!!!
    United States9 months ago
  • Unlistenable

    Sounds like two 13 year olds goofing around, fascinated by hearing their own voices, and thinking they’re really funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Matt_B_W
    United States9 months ago
  • I want to love it

    I really want to love this podcast but the hosts make it difficult, particularly for news listeners who don’t understand the in-jokes and style of humor they lean on. The hosts interject their lives and commentary throughout each episode which can sometimes be fun but more often it’s longwinded and distracting that the discussion around cults gets lost - where were we after the 5min discussion about your own s*x lives? When they do finally focus on a topic they are very informed and clearly do t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    CosmicMustard
    United States9 months ago

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A consistent theme is the well-researched content which complements the comedic elements, making it both educational and entertaining.
There are mixed reviews about the clarity and focus of the content, with some wanting more serious discussion on cults rather than humor.
Some listeners express frustrations about episodes being too tangential, where they feel the main topic gets sidetracked by personal stories and jokes.
Many enjoy the dynamic between the hosts, describing it as engaging and witty, contributing significantly to the show's appeal.
Listeners appreciate the humorous yet informative approach to discussing cults, claiming it's one of their favorite podcasts.

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#208
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 282 Wild Mormon Beliefs: The King of the Dogs
Q: What are some of the craziest things that Mormons and Mormon-adjacent belief systems believe?
The hosts discuss various whimsical beliefs including that Cain is Bigfoot and the idea behind children believing absurd things like their dog being the king of dogs.
Ep. 296 The Republic of Texas Pt. 4: Dr. Pepper Presents: Poland Isn’t Real
Q: What were the three steps that Rick McLaren offered to start his own sovereign nation?
The three steps included reinstating the government, living like the country was real, and funding the nation primarily through setting false liens and collecting taxes that he claimed were illegitimate.
Ep. 298 John De Ruiter Pt. 2: Eric Roberts is in Everything
Q: What is the significance of the Vonsass sisters' lawsuits?
The sisters claimed spousal support and argued they were common law spouses, prompting a serious legal discussion about the implications of their relationships with John.
Ep. 298 John De Ruiter Pt. 2: Eric Roberts is in Everything
Q: What did Joyce do when John denied cheating on her with the sisters?
Joyce publicly confronted John at a Q&A session, stating that he was not God and calling out his deception.

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