From silent compounds to subway attacks, from charismatic prophets to catastrophic ends, Hidden Cults is a documentary-style podcast that digs deep into the world's most extreme, elusive, and explosive fringe groups. Each episode unpacks a different cult with investigative depth, emotional clarity, and gripping storytelling. You'll hear the full timeline: from the origins and ideology, to the rise... more
Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 24 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryTrue CrimeSociety & Culture |
In the 1920s, Los Angeles became home to a little-known but extraordinary cult led by May Otis Blackburn and her daughter Ruth. Claiming to receive visions from eleven angels, May declared herself the keeper of hidden scriptures that promised untold ... more
Founded in 1971 by Jimmie T. Roberts, The Brethren, also called The Road Ministry or the “Garbage Eaters”, became one of the most secretive cult movements in America. Roberts demanded that followers abandon their families, possessions, and even their... more
Founded in 1942 by Victor Paul Wierwille, The Way International began as a small evangelical ministry in Ohio and quickly grew into a worldwide movement. With its bold claim to offer the “keys” to understanding the Bible, The Way promised its followe... more
In the remote wilderness of Quebec during the late 1970s, a small group of seekers followed a man who promised salvation. His name was Roch Thériault, a self-proclaimed prophet who mixed apocalyptic preaching with strict communal living. To his follo... more
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This documentary-style podcast provides an in-depth exploration of various fringe groups and cults, investigating their origins, ideologies, and the dramatic turns they often take toward chaos. Each episode tells the story of a different cult, highlighting the psychological manipulation and control exerted by charismatic leaders over their followers. Topics span from well-known historical figures and movements to obscure, modern-day cults, weaving a narrative that combines investigative depth and emotional resonance. With weekly episodes, the content promises to engage listeners who are curious about the mechanics of belief systems and the often tragic consequences they can entail.
What sets this podcast apart is its commitment to truth ov... more
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Hidden Cults launched 5 months ago and published 24 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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