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    Cult Podcast

    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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    Ep. 224 Blackbeard Pt. 3: Delaware Isn’t Real May 23, 2022

    We're back mateys, with one landlubber of an episode. Join Mando as he takes Paige through the last battle of.the dread pirate Blackbeard! Arr, this one be funny. You're gonna love it.

    Also we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 223 Blackbeard Part 2 - A Boat Named Robert May 16, 2022

    AHOY MATEYS! Hoist the main sail it's time for Blackbeard Pt. 2, this episode has EVERYTHING, Oranges, Blockades, and a ship named ROBERT.

    Also we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 222 - Live from Panic Fest 2022 May 09, 2022

    If you weren't able to make it to Panic Fest, NO WORRIES! We've got the audio version of the show right here and the video version will be up in Patreon this week.

    We have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 221 Blackbeard: The Greedo of His Day (ft. Charlotte McGrath) Apr 25, 2022

    We're back with a very goofy, very wild episode this week and joining us is Charlotte McGrath from Ship Hits the Fan! She runs the premier shipwreck podcast and we felt like it was a solid idea to cover one of the cultiest groups in history: pirates. Mix up some grog and hold onto your booty, we're heading out to the high seas!

    Follow Charlotte on social media: @Mc_Lotta Listen to Ship Hits the Fan: link.chtbl.com/shiphitsthefan Check out Mom's Home wherever you listen to music!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 220 The Mormon King Pt. 2: The Sexy Nephew Apr 18, 2022

    We're back with part two of our series on James Jesse Strang! Join us as Paige takes Mando through one of the most wild stories we've ever covered on the show before. This one has it all: bronze plates, assassinations, sexy nephews. Yeah, that's right. It's weird but not in the way you think.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 219 The Mormon King: Let’s @#$% the Queen Apr 11, 2022

    We're back with a new two-parter on James Jesse Strang. Join us as Paige takes Mando through the buckwild story of how a simple country lawyer tried to become a Mormon king. Bonus: You get to hear some equally insane stories about the one-and-only Joseph Smith, too! So, grab your magic underwear and get in here. It's gonna be a good time!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 218 The Cause - Torpedo Juice (feat. Blaine Gibson) Apr 04, 2022

    Blaine is back to discuss a cult that loves Yachts almost as much as they love Navy Moonshine!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 217 Twelve Tribes Pt. 3 - Dunk on them in 2K Mar 28, 2022

    Call OSHA. because this episode is all about Labor Law Violations! Time to double check on who is making your face cream, spoiler... it might be the Yellow Deli.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 216 - South X South Madness Mar 21, 2022

    Who stole Paige's Car? Did Paige Drink Queso to forget her troubles? Did Mando get addicted to sniffing markers? Find out all of this and more on this weeks episode. Back next week with the conclusion of 12 Tribes!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 215 Twelve Tribes Revisited Pt. 2 - Wake and Bake Mar 07, 2022

    This week we talk Bread, Early Christianity, problematic beliefs, with a tiny sprinkle of Theosophy. If you want some great bread that doesn't bring any of that into the midst, check out Rize Up Bakery here: https://rizeupsourdough.com/

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 214 Twelve Tribes Revisited Pt. 1 - Where There’s Smoke Feb 28, 2022

    We're doing something new by revisiting something old! Sometimes after we cover a cult they make more news! So almost 5 years after our initial Twelve Tribes Episode, we're back with a more in-depth look at a group that may be responsible for one of the worst fires in Colorado history.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 213 Doc Antle Pt. 3 - Fist Fight an Ostrich Feb 21, 2022

    We're back with part three of our series on Doc Antle! Content warning for Animal Abuse and more excessive Tiger Content (Even More Tigers Even More Problems).

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 212 Doc Antle Pt. 2 - ”I know a guy who has a Tiger.” Feb 14, 2022

    We're back with part two of our series on Doc Antle! Content warning for some Sexual Abuse of Minors (Less than last week) and more excessive Tiger Content (More Tigers More Problems).

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 211 Doc Antle Pt. 1 - Put a Tiger in it Feb 07, 2022

    We're back with part one of our series on Doc Antle! Content warning for Sexual Abuse of Minors and excessive Tiger Content. Find out how the Heir to a Lettuce Fortune becomes the worst boyfriend possible.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 210 Yogaville Pt. 2: Baja Blastin’ Off Jan 31, 2022

    We're back with part two of our series on Yogaville! Join us as Paige takes Mando through the creation of the group's compounds as well as their early adoption of the internet. Plus, we talk about some disgusting beverages.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 209 Yogaville Pt. 1 - ”One of” Our Recent Episodes Jan 24, 2022

    This week we kick off a new series on Yogaville and Swami Satchidananda, join us for some history, some pop art, and reasons why you should always question your Gurus.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 208 Nazis Pt. 6 - Backpack Hugs Jan 16, 2022

    We're back with the final episode of our series on the Nazis. Join us as Mando takes Paige through more of the craziest parts of the last days of the Nazis. Put on your backpacks, we're going to kill Hitler.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 207 Nazis Pt. 5: James Johnathans’ Sandwich Emporium Jan 10, 2022

    We're back with the penultimate episode of our series on the Nazis (hang in folks, we're almost done)! Join us as Mando takes Paige through one of the darkest periods of human history ever. Seriously, it's a fun episode but this one is a bit rough at the end. Still, there's some A1 bits in there.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 206 Nazis Pt. 4: Space Hitler Jan 03, 2022

    We're back with part 4 of our series on the Nazis and Adolf Hitler! Weird to be excited for it, but here we are I guess. In this one we follow Hitler's rise from head of the German Worker's Party to the Fuhrer of Germany. Yikes!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 205 Nazis Part.3 - ”Did Your Dad Update You?” Dec 27, 2021

    This week we cover the period leading to Hitler's rise and the crazy Norwegian Arthouse Plays that paved the way.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 204 Nazis Pt. 2 - Great Uncle Papi and Mother Cousin Dec 13, 2021

    This week we dive into Adolf Hitler's Childhood and find out his Dad had a thing for Maids and an even bigger thing for his own family members.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 203 Nazis Pt. 1 - Everyone is named Johann Dec 06, 2021

    This week we meet a whole family of Johanns, break our brains with Philosophy, and we finally learn where Nazi's come from.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 202 Prophet Matthias - Bu$$ Gawd Nov 28, 2021

    This week we get thrown out of churches, take a trip on the bus and hear God's plan for our lives, and wear badass sandals with The Prophet Matthias.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Frank Lloyd Wright Pt. 3 - Podvante Garde Crossover Nov 22, 2021

    We're back with the third part of our series on Frank Lloyd Wright with Podvant Garde. Join us as Andrea Guzzetta takes Katrina Davis, Jordan Leigh, and our own Paige Wesley through the history of this crazy old dude. Make sure to check out Podvant Garde and follow them on social media @PodvantGarde

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Frank Lloyd Wright Pt. 2 - Podvant Garde Crossover Nov 15, 2021

    We're back with the second part of our series on Frank Lloyd Wright with Podvant Garde. Join us as Andrea Guzzetta takes Katrina Davis, Jordan Leigh, and our own Paige Wesley through the history of this crazy old dude. Make sure to check out Podvant Garde and follow them on social media @PodvantGarde

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Frank Lloyd Wright - Podvant Garde Crossover Nov 08, 2021

    We've got a special treat for you this week: Andrea's back and she's brought some new friends! Join us as we team up with Podvant Garde (hosted by Andrea Guzzetta, Katrina Davis, and Jordan Leigh) to cover one of the most controversial architects of all time. Did you know buildings could be problematic? Dumb, right? Make sure to check out Podvant Garde and follow them on social media @PodvantGarde

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 201 Children of God Pt. 4 - Magic Frozen Pizza Nov 01, 2021

    This week we conclude the story of Ricky Rodriguez and the Children of God. Content Warning for Discussions of Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse, and Suicide.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 200 Children of God Pt. 3 - Devastating Circumstances Oct 24, 2021

    This one is Rough Part 2. No, we're not kidding. Content Warning for Discussions of Child Abuse and Sexual Abuse. This week we're covering the widespread accounts of abuse and incest within the Children of God/The Family International.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 199 Children of God Pt. 2 - Zaddy Lion Gets Nailed Oct 17, 2021

    This week we dive into the Children of God on the run and the origins of Flirty Fishing!

    Content Warning for Discussions of Child Abuse and Sexual Abuse.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 198 Children of God Pt. 1 - Church Name or Football Team? Oct 11, 2021

    This week we start our multi-part series on the Children of God. Tune in as we talk about David Berg's early days and the Children of God's Hippie Origins.

    Content Warning for Discussions of Child Abuse and Sexual Abuse.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 197 Theranos Pt. 2: My King and My Tiger Oct 04, 2021

    It's week two of our series on Theranos! It's time to talk about Big Blood and awkward text messages between unlikely lovers!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Cult Boys: Trivia and Madness with Mikey and Todd Sep 26, 2021

    Mando is out for a Family Emergency, so we're joined by Mikey and Todd of The Horror Virgin and Romancing the Pod to play some Cult Trivia!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 196 Theranos Pt. 1 Running Through Screen Doors Sep 19, 2021

    It's week one of our series on Theranos where the Monopoly Games are vicious and the voices are extra deep! Join us as we look at the cult vibes of Tech Companies as a whole and what it takes to be an admittedly brilliant con artist.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Travel Madness: Go Off the Grid Sep 13, 2021

    We're taking a week off to recoup from traveling to San Diego and Oregon. We're also enjoying the premiere of Season Two of Last Laugh! Go check it out, burn your ID, and run off into the woods. We love you.

    Ep. 195 Rudolf Steiner Pt. 3: The Circus Unit (ft. Charlotte McGrath) Aug 30, 2021

    We're back with the thrilling conclusion of our series on Rudolf Steiner. Join Paige as she takes Mando and special guest Charlotte McGrath through the ins and outs of a very special kind of school. One where book smarts don't mean jack and your teacher is FOREVER! Don't forget your big red nose and balloons for gym class.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 194 Rudolf Steiner Pt. 2: Animal Hitman (ft. Charlotte McGrath) Aug 23, 2021

    We're back with another installment of our series on Rudolf Steiner and his wild ideas on the scientific method and racism. Yeah, it's one of them ones. Luckily Paige and Mando are joined by the hilarious Charlotte McGrath from Funhaus and What a Show! Tune in to hear some amazing zingers set to Paige losing her MIND!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 193 Rudolf Steiner Pt. 1 - Goethean "Science" Aug 16, 2021

    We're kicking off a series, sort of. Before we can scratch the surface of Rudolf Steiner's nonsense, we have to cover the guy that Steiner idolized, so today we're starting with Goethe and his "Scientific Method" and "Color Theory." Will Paige's brain survive this series, only time will tell.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 192 - Diego Sanchez and Joshua Fabia - I Call Bullshido Aug 09, 2021

    This week Mando takes us on a deep dive into the world of UFC, where we cover a Quaker who kicks ass, a guy who sort of loves asparagus, and the worst coach of all time.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Cults, Crashes & Conspiracies: RTX at Home Panel Jul 26, 2021

    This week we wanted to share the panel we hosted at RTX! We're joined by Black Box Down, Red Web, and iilluminaughtii to talk all things true crime. If you're interested in checking out any of these shows head over to Rooster Teeth or download the Rooster Teeth app!

    Ep. 191: Symbionese Liberation Army Pt. 4: BONE LAW Jul 19, 2021

    We're back with the final installment of our series on the SLA and Patty Hearst. Join us as Paige takes Mando and special guest Bobby from Science Faction through the wild ending to this story. It's got bullets, breakups, and unbelievable BS. Plus we give a full lecture in Bone Law.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 190: Symbionese Liberation Army Pt. 3: Theater Kids with Guns Jul 12, 2021

    We're back with the third episode in our series on Donald Defreeze and the SLA! Join us as Paige takes Mando and special guest Bobby from Science Faction through the most gunshot-filled episode in our story. At least SO FAR.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 189: Symbionese Liberation Army: Sigourney Was My Teenage Pull Jul 05, 2021

    We're back with a very wild, and extremely horny, episode! Join us as Paige takes Mando, and special guest Bobby from Science Faction, through the founding and start of the SLA. Things are ramping up and it just gets wilder from here on out.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 188 Symbionese Liberation Army: Pocket Bomb! Jun 28, 2021

    We're back, baybee! Hope you're ready for the first part of one of the craziest stories EVER! Join us as Paige takes Mando and special guest Bobby from Science Faction through the origins of Donald Dafreeze who would go on to start the SLA and win the award for "Worst Husband Ever".

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Texas Madness: Paige is a Bread Sorceress Jun 21, 2021

    We're taking a week off to recover from an excruciating schedule. But don't worry, we've got a full episode of riffs, goofs, and a few fan Q&A's. Join Paige and Mando for an absolutely wild time and then get hyped for the upcoming series that starts next week!

    Ep. 187 Love Has Won: Let's Get Sheep Faced (ft. Barbara Dunkelman) Jun 13, 2021

    Yes, we received your hundreds of emails/tweets/DM's and we're finally here to talk about Love Has Won aka The Most Ambitious McDonalds Manager EVER. This episode has everything, Mummies, God Daddies, and only the most organic drugs and alcohol.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 186 Fiat Lux Pt. 2: My Little Phony (ft. Mikey from Horror Virgin) Jun 07, 2021

    We're back with the final episode of our two parter on Fiat Lux and their fabulously wacky leader Uriella. Join us as Mando takes Paige and special guest Mikey from Horror Virgin through the group's weird saga of "medicine". And buckle up, this one gets real wild real fast.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 185 Fiat Lux: Harold Christ (ft. Mikey from Horror Virgin) May 31, 2021

    We're back this week and we're joined by special guest Michael Randolph from Horror Virgin! Join us as Mando takes Paige and Mikey through the bumpy ride that is Erika Gessler's life. You know what though? Through ups and downs she can always count on her man Harry. Good guy.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 184 Deprogramming Pt. 3: Comedy for Food Handlers (ft. Blaine Gibson) May 24, 2021

    We’re back this week with Ted Patrick's greatest deprogramming hits! Join us as Paige takes Mando and special guest Blaine Gibson through her final episode on Cult Deprogramming. Watch out, once you get your ServSafe certification, there ain't no turning back.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 183 Deprogramming Pt. 2: Danny Karate (ft. Blaine Gibson) May 16, 2021

    We’re back with another installment in Paige’s series on Cult Deprogramming! Join as she takes Mando and special guest Blern Gerbsen through one of the most action packed stories we’ve covered lately. See you in the dojo, this one gets crazy.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 182 Deprogramming: The Daddy Grace Cinematic Universe (ft. Blaine Gibson) May 09, 2021

    We're back with another crazy ass story! Join us as Paige takes Mando and special guest Blaine Gibson through the history of cult deprogramming! It's a wild ride and we hope you're ready to learn all about Black Lightning and the DGCU. Coming soon to a movie theater near you.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 181 The Aetherius Society: The Caucacity (ft. Kristal Adams) May 02, 2021

    Have you ever wondered what a ton of yoga and driving could do for you? Neither have we. It's a weird question. But join us as Paige takes Mando and special guest Kristal Adams through the story of a man who did ask himself this very weird question. If you want more Kristal in your life check out her and Paige's podcast "Black Card Rehab" and consider donating to Mutiny Magazine's Kickstarter.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 180 Carlos Castaneda Pt. 2: Dad Went Out for Infinity Cigarettes Apr 26, 2021

    We're back for the final episode in our short series on Carlos Castaneda and the practice of Tensegrity. And boy oh boy if you thought last week was crazy you ain't seen nothing yet. Join us as Mando takes Paige and special guest Todd from Horror Virgin/Romancing the Pod through the hilarious and VERY shockingly dark end to our story. Stay tuned to the very end for a special guest appearance.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 179 Carlos Castaneda: Mama Mia, Sharks are Stupid! Apr 19, 2021

    We're back this week with one of the CRAZIEST stories we've ever covered on the podcast. Join us as Mando takes Paige and our special guest, Todd from Horror Virgin, through the life and education of Carlos Castaneda. His story is one filled with tons of twists and turns and during this two part series you'll be learning the full thing. Strap in. You're not even close to ready.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Web Crawlers Crossover: Valentina De Andrade Apr 12, 2021

    We're back this week with a special treat! We're joining forces with the internet sleuths over at Web Crawlers to bring you the story of Valentina De Andrade and her cult of boy-hating weirdos. It doesn't take long for this one to get real wild. You're gonna love it!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 178 Brad Tyler: Eat a Donut & Hate a Woman (ft. Todd from Horror Virgin) Apr 05, 2021

    We've got a very special episode for you this week as we're joined by one of the hosts of our sister show, Horror Virgin! Join us as Paige takes Mando and Todd Schlosser through the rise of a very small often overlooked cult leader named Brad Tyler. This one gets real weird, real fast. But that's always the case when we talk about real s***.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 177 The DayLife Army Pt. 3: Loads of Cupholders Mar 29, 2021

    Hey, everyone. We're here this week with a bit of an odd episode. It's good, don't get me wrong. It's funny, informative, and full of goofs. But we also address a big change happening on the show. For more information feel free to check out our social media accounts. In the meantime, join Mando as he takes Paige through the end of our series on Tumple/The DayLife Army.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 176 DayLife Army Pt 2: Detergunt Mar 22, 2021

    We're back with part two of our series on The DayLife Army and it's two very weird leaders, Wiz-El and KoA. Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the groups "Standurds" and the context for why this group was getting so much attention online. It'll bring you back to 2013. Simpler times.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 175 DayLife Army: Mando Ruins Gumby Mar 15, 2021

    We're back this week with another buckwild Mando episode. Strap in, and maybe on, as he takes Paige and Andrea through the origins of The DayLife Army. This is one of the strangest and most modern cults we've ever covered and you're in for a wild ride.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 174 Strong City: Meat World Mar 08, 2021

    We're back with another great episode this week! Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the story of Strong Town, a weirdo cult led by a trailer park boy who done thought he was Jesus. Aw, shucks, is he gonna be mad when he found out he was wrong.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 173 The Mandela Effect: Thot Experiment Mar 01, 2021

    We're back from another alternate timeline where we were the supreme overlords of Earth. Honestly, it's kind of a bummer to be back as simple humans with no power at all. Oh, well. Join as as Man-dew takes Paige and Andrea through the beliefs of some conspiracy theorists and the basics of quantum mechanics! Trust us, it's way more fun than it sounds.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 172 Huna: Onde the D? Feb 22, 2021

    We're back this week with one heck of a palette cleanser! Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through some very real Hawaiian history followed by some incredibly offensive and incorrect history. Get ready to learn about the religion specifically tailored to divorced step-dads.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 171 Satanic Panic Pt. 5: The Kitty Toy Feb 16, 2021

    We're back with the final installment in our series on The Satanic Panic. Blaine Gibson couldn't join us for the full episode due to the great Austin Winter Storm of 2021 but he still manages to drop by for a quick cameo. However, you can still join Paige as she takes Mando and Andrea through the final leg in the Panic's history.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 170 Satanic Panic Pt. 4: Tropical Medicine Feb 08, 2021

    We're back with another installment in our series on The Satanic Panic! Join us as Paige takes Mando, Andrea, and special guest Blaine Gibson through the dark and confusing history of "repressed memories". Learn all about how Canada has screwed the rest of us over!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 169 Satanic Panic Pt. 3: Mind Your P's & Q's Feb 01, 2021

    We're back with another installment in our series on The Satanic Panic! Join us as Paige takes Mando, Andrea, and special guest Blaine Gibson through that era where music was filled with reversed satanic messages. Or was it? Somebody should definitely be asking these questions.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 168 Satanic Panic Pt. 2: Build-A-Berg Workshop (Ft. Blaine Gibson) Jan 25, 2021

    We're back this week continuing our series on the Satanic Panic with special guest Blaine Gibson! Join us as Paige takes Mando, Andrea, and Blaine through some more recent history of the topic. Back then it was more of a Satanic Anxiety that was quickly growing! But stuff. Gets. Real.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 167 Satanic Panic: Swans Get Cancelled (Ft. Blaine Gibson) Jan 18, 2021

    We're back with our first non-Trump episode in AWHILE! We're so stoked to be joined by Rooster Teeth's Blaine Gibson to cover the story of America's second witch-hunt, the Satanic Panic! Join us as Paige takes Mando, Andrea, and our resident hell-expert through the beginnings of Satan's life. Kinda.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Capitol Madness: Villain Slow Clap Rhythm Jan 11, 2021

    We're choosing to put a pin in our series on Donald Trump while the dust settles. However we wanted to take some time to talk about everything that's been going on the last few weeks. We'll be back next week starting a brand new series on a topic you're gonna love to learn about!

    Also, we have a Discord server! Feel free to join in the fun by visiting us at https://discord.gg/swZqzwPHYk and we'll see ya there!

    The Speculation Zone: Insane Clown Posse Jan 04, 2021

    If you're a member of the Facebook group or follow any of us on social media you're probably aware that it has been a difficult few weeks for all three of us. We're taking a week to regroup but we will be back next week with the final installment in our current series and a brand new series after that. In the meantime, enjoy one of our favorite Speculation Zone episodes! Whoop whoop!

    Ep. 166 Donald Trump Pt. 5: Thar She Blows Dec 21, 2020

    We're back with the penultimate episode in our series on Donald Trump. Tune in to hear Mando tell Paige and Andrea the story of the world's first Trump supporter and all of the craziness that led to Donald becoming president. But do it quietly. Ross Perot might be eavesdropping still.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 165 Donald Trump Pt. 4: The NFL at Home Dec 14, 2020

    We're back with another installment in our series on Donald Trump and the MAGA Cult. Join us this week as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the many failures in the president's professional life before he decided that he NEEDED to be in the Oval Office. This one is a wild ride.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Cult News & Paula White: The Blessed Chain Dec 07, 2020

    In order to prepare for another lockdown Paige, Mando, and Andrea needed to take a breather. Join us this week as we cover cult news and the story of our president's "spiritual advisor" Paula White. Yep. It gets wild FAST.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Interview with Jordan Coburn: Every 15 Minutes Nov 29, 2020

    We're taking a break this week to unbuckle our belts and pretend to lag out of family Zoom calls. However, it doesn't mean we're letting Trump off the hook. Joining us this week is Jordan Coburn, host of "I Disagree" and "Mueller, She Wrote". We sit down and talk all about Trump and what it felt to cover the man's crimes for so long.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 164 Donald Trump Pt. 3: Don King with Worse Hair Nov 23, 2020

    We're back this week with the third installment of our series on Donald Trump and the MAGA Cult. Join us as Mando tells Paige and Andrea all about Donny's youth and early adulthood. Learn all about his intense sibling rivalry. And prepare to groan loudly. A lot. This one is infuriating.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 163 Donald Trump Pt. 2: Swordfish Balloons Nov 16, 2020

    We're back to continue our series on Donald Trump and the MAGA Cult. When we left off last week, Mando was walking Paige and Andrea through the death of Friedrich Trump. Join us this week as we find out what life lessons the Bavarian barber imparted on his son Frederick Christ Trump. Get the yacht ready and grab some earplugs. It's about to go down.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 162 Donald Trump Pt. 1: The Poodle Dog Nov 09, 2020

    We're back this week with one of our most anticipated episodes to date. The 45th President of the United States is one of the most divisive figures in modern history. It has long been said that he has a cult-like following, but how literal is that description? In this series we will breakdown the legacy, history, and political career of Donald "Jeezy" Trump. Get ready. It's gonna be a wild ride.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 161 OneTaste Pt. 2: ChickenLube.biz Nov 02, 2020

    We're back this week with the GRIPPING conclusion to our series on OneTaste. Join us as Andrea takes Paige and Mando through everything going absolutely buck wild. Also join us as we develop the best website/business idea of ALL TIME! Throw a copyright all over this episode baybee!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 160 OneTaste: Breadbowls From Artby's Oct 25, 2020

    We're back this week with a rare Andrea episode! Join us as the Unicorn Queen herself takes Paige and Mando through a sex cult with some interesting twists and turns. Bonus: You get to learn way a piece of intimate Andrea history.

    Also, we're partnering with Horror Virgin and Panic Fest to bring you a Halloween Double Feature! Join us for a night of spooky fun! Tickets are available at www.cultpodcastshow.com!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab

    RTX 2020: True Crime Podcast Panel Oct 19, 2020

    We're taking a week to prep for some really amazing things in the very near future! But in the meantime we wanted to give you a healthy dose of True Crime! Join us as we moderate the True Crime Panel at RTX 2020. This one features Black Box Down and Red Web, two of our newest favorite shows!

    Ep. 159 Church of God with Signs Following: Are You CNNing This? Oct 12, 2020

    We're back with another ssssuper fun episssode! Join us as Paige tells Mando and Andrea all about a crazy group of Jesus loving, moonshine pounding, snake dancing weirdos and their insane fugitive leader. This ones more fun than a barrel of snakes. Mostly because everything is more fun than a barrel of snakes.

    Also, we're partnering with Horror Virgin and Panic Fest to bring you a Halloween Double Feature! Join us for a night of spooky fun! Tickets, info, and our LIMITED EDITION MERCH is available at www.cultpodcastshow.com!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 158 Hell's Angels Pt. 4: Fireworks for Knives Oct 05, 2020

    LAAAAAADIEEEES! We're back with the final installment in our series on the Hell's Angels. Tune in to hear Paige walk Mando and Andrea through the snitches, stitches, and all around hitches (in plans) that surround America's most infamous biker gang. This one brought to you by the plumbing department at your local Home Depot.

    Also, we're partnering with Horror Virgin and Panic Fest to bring you a Halloween Double Feature! Join us for a night of spooky fun! Tickets, info, and our LIMITED EDITION MERCH is available at www.cultpodcastshow.com!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 157 Hell's Angels Pt. 3 Tony "Truth" Taint Sep 28, 2020

    We're back with another installment in our series on the Hell's Angels. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andre through the fast and hard lives of Sonny's club of drug traffickers. How did the Angels build such a sophisticated syndicate? You'll have to listen to find out!

    Also, we're partnering with Horror Virgin and Panic Fest to bring you a Halloween Double Feature! Join us for a night of spooky fun! Tickets, info, and our LIMITED EDITION MERCH is available at www.cultpodcastshow.com!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 156 Hell's Angels Pt. 2: $500 Worth of Beer Sep 21, 2020

    We're back this week for part two of our series on the Hell's Angels! Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the formative years of the gang and their first big legendary tale. This star-studded episode will have you asking, "What would you do for $500 Worth of Beer?"

    Also, we're partnering with Horror Virgin and Panic Fest to bring you a Halloween Double Feature! Join us for a night of spooky fun! Tickets, info, and our LIMITED EDITION MERCH is available at www.cultpodcastshow.com!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 155 Hell's Angels: Metallic Horse Girls Sep 13, 2020

    We're back this week to tell you the story of one of America's most infamous groups. And possibly the loudest and most annoying, too. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the early history of the Hell's Angels and early motorcycle culture. You don't really have a choice. This is a rebellion you can't refuse!

    This Friday we'll be attending RTX for an at-home festival celebrating all things nerdy and cool! To RSVP to our True Crime panel go to www.RTXEvent.com!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 154 Flordelis Dos Santos: You've Got Crabs Sep 07, 2020

    Today we’re covering Flordelis Dos Santos and her bizarre cult of adoption and questionable family relationships. Join us this week to unravel her most recent news controversies and find out what’s crabs got to do with it?

    This month we'll be joining our friends at Rooster Teeth for an at-home festival of all things nerdy and cool, you can check out the schedule here: https://rtxevent.com/events/austin-2020/schedule-2020/

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit: www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 153: Multi-Level Marketing: Buttery Soft Aug 31, 2020

    Hey Hun, we have a business opportunity for you. You can stay home, choose your own hours, and listen to Cult Podcast whenever you want!

    Join us on our journey through the world of Multi-Level Marketing and all the pitfalls and cult-like behavior that follows.

    Next Month we'll be joining our friends at Rooster Teeth for an at-home festival of all things nerdy and cool, you can check out the schedule here: https://rtxevent.com/events/austin-2020/schedule-2020/

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 152 Adidam: Guru Fight Aug 24, 2020

    We're back this week to talk about what happens when Gurus can't get along. Join us for frank discussions about what body parts do what, and learn Armando's new name!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 151 Chen Tao Pt. 2: Again Tao Aug 17, 2020

    We're back this week to close out our series on a wild Taiwanese doomsday cult. Last time we covered their insane origins, this time we dive into their unbelievable publicity stunts. Strap in folks, this one gets WEIRD!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 150 Chen Tao: A Very Nutty Episode Aug 10, 2020

    We're back this week with a story so crazy it's OuT oF tHiS wOrLd! Sort of. Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the beginnings of Chen Tao and their crazy mishmash of beliefs. Also, Paige creates the #PaintBallChallenge and you DO NOT want to miss out.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 149 America's Frontline Doctors: Send Fauci's Pee (Ft. Good Morning From Hell) Aug 03, 2020

    Stop the presses, we've got some breaking cult news! Last week a video went viral, for SEVERAL reasons, and there's so much to unpack here we decided to make it an entire episode. And here to help us understand it are resident sex-demon experts, Blaine Gibson and Chris Demarais from the podcast Good Morning From Hell!

    Find Good Morning From Hell wherever you listen to podcasts, or follow them on Twitter or Instagram: @MorningFromHell

    Find Blaine Gibson on Twitter @BGibbles or on Instagram @The_Blaine

    Find Chris Demarais on Twitter @ChrisDemarais or on Instagram @ChrisDemarais

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 148 Mary Baker Eddy: Brain Too Big Jul 27, 2020

    We're back this week continuing our "series" on weird "medicine" from the past. Tune in to hear Paige take Mando and Andrea through the life of Mary Baker Eddy and the plethora of wild characters that inhabit her life's story. And if that don't thrill you, we got Jesus juggling and chainsaws this week! You read that right. It's a crazy fun time!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 147 John Kellogg: Take You To The Broom Factory Jul 20, 2020

    We're back this week with a "sort-of" continuation of last week's episode. One of Slyvester Graham's followers later became well known for his "health retreat" that served a "flakey corn treat". Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the life and inventions of John Harvey Kellogg.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 146 Sylvester Graham: Cracker, Please. Jul 13, 2020

    The gang is all here! We're back from vacation! This week we dive into the delicious, although sexually repressed, history of the Graham Cracker and Sylvester Graham's crusade against bad bread, jerking off, and infrequent dumps. It's a blast and you'll never look at s'mores the same way again.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 145 The Sacrament (Feat. Horror Virgin) Jul 06, 2020

    Armando and Andrea are on Vacation so Mikey and Todd from Horror Virgin join Paige for an extra special episode as we review The Sacrament, a movie that's basically Jonestown, without officially being Jonestown. Join in for some laughs and we'll be back together for a normal episode next week.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 144 Timothy McVeigh Pt. 3: Free Range Guns Jun 29, 2020

    We're back this week with the final installment in our series on Timothy McVeigh. Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the last leg of Tim's trip toward radicalization. Come find out how interconnected these events really were. Fair warning, this one does get rough. But there's still some top notch goofing' throughout it, too!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 143 Timothy McVeigh Pt. 2: Gun Baby Jun 25, 2020

    Sorry for the delay, but we're finally back this week with one heck of a story. Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through Timothy McVeigh's time in the Army, his first two killings, and the start of his radicalization. We all know where this is headed, but did you know about the part where he LITERALLY let Jesus take the wheel? Yeah. Didn't think so.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 142 Timothy McVeigh: Meat Cute Jun 14, 2020

    We’re back this week with the first installment in our series on Timothy McVeigh and the Oklahoma City Bombing. The story behind the 1995 attack is almost common knowledge now. An angry white kid got so upset with our government that he decided to send a gruesome message. But what made Timothy so perfect for radicalization? Join us as Mando tells Paige and Andrea all about the goofy childhood that helped push him into becoming the deadliest domestic terrorist in modern American history.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 141 Antifa: Ropes of Justice Jun 08, 2020

    We're back this week to talk about a group that's been on everyone's mind lately. Join us as Mando tells Paige and Andrea about Antifascism, Antifa for short. You'll learn all about the group's origins, why they started, and why it's so troubling to have them labelled as a "terrorist organization". The metaphors are strong with this episode.

    Ep. 140 The Branch Davidians Pt. 5: Catch Me If You Can Pt. BOO Jun 01, 2020

    We're back with the final installment in our series on The Branch Davidians, David Koresh, and Waco. Join us this week as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the Seige at Waco and how this tragedy could've been prevented by both sides multiple different times. This one is most definitely rough, and weirdly relevant, but we promise that it's worth the listen. Also, we rollin' with Oprah now. So, we're pretty much demi-Gods.

    Ep. 139 The Branch Davidians Pt. 4: Ladies Night at The Lord's House May 25, 2020

    We're back with another installment in our series on The Branch Davidians and David Koresh! Join us this week as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through life inside the compound. Why were tensions so high? What did they do for money? What on earth is a "Berry Pouch"?! Tune in to find out!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 138 The Branch Davidians Pt. 3: The Real Ph.D. May 17, 2020

    We're back with another installment in our series on David Koresh and the Branch Davidians! This week, Paige takes Mando and Andrea through David's arrival, love of music, and rise to power. Join us to learn all about the Devil's Salad and the TRUE explanation of what a "Ph.D." is.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 137 The Branch Davidians Pt. 2: God's Honor Roll May 11, 2020

    We're back with the second installment of our series on The Branch Davidians, David Koresh, and the Waco Seige. Last week Paige took Mando and Andrea through what the US Government had been going through. Join us this week as she breaks down the origins of the group that Koresh would eventually take control of. Plus you get to learn about the worst stained glass window in the history of windows.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 136 The Branch Davidians Pt. 1: Ruby Ridge May 04, 2020

    We're celebrating 1,000,000 downloads by kicking off a series that's been a long time comin'. With all the craziness surrounding the Branch Davidian's compound and violent end, it's important that we take a look at why the Feds were all shaken up. Just 9 months before everyone in America would know the town of Waco, TX, another standoff was underway. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the Weaver Family's story and we learn why everyone was so on edge.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Bonus Episode: The Tiger King and I and Us Apr 27, 2020

    We're back this week with a breather episode before we launch into one heck of a series. But before everything goes nuts next week we figured we'd sit down and talk about the documentary series Tiger King. Tune in to hear about our theories, roasts, and all about Mando's former arch-enemy.

    Ep. 135 Timothy Leary Pt. 3: Charles Manson's Airbnb Apr 20, 2020

    We're back with the final installment in our series on the late scientist/cult leader Timothy Leary. How did the Harvard Psilocybin Project transform into an international free love cult? What crazy stuff did the group get into? What happened afterward? We answer all of these questions, and several more nobody asked, in this episode. Strap in!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 134 Timothy Leary Pt. 2: Garlicnauts Apr 13, 2020

    We're back with part two of our series on Timothy Leary. Today Mando takes Paige and Andrea through arguably Tim's most notable achievement: being the leader of the Harvard Psilocybin Project. Tune in to hear all about Timothy's first "cult", his buddy Baba Ram Dass, and about Armando's potential new religion.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 133 Timothy Leary: Aunt Dudu's Dirt Farm Apr 06, 2020

    We're back this week telling you to "turn on, tune in, and drop out". Join us as Armando takes Paige and Andrea through one of the most interesting lives ever lived. Half Manson and half baked, Timothy Leary's story is one hell of a trip. So put on your coolest shades and your "uncle-iest" denim jacket. We're diving deep, baybee.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 132.5 The Bunker: Lil Baby Rocks Apr 01, 2020

    We're back this mid-week with a minisode on a cult that is absolutely INSANE. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the lives of a man who trapped his followers deep underground for years. Also, we all might be able to relate to being in a bunker these days. Crazy times.

    Ep. 132 Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh: Mmm SO GOOD! Mar 30, 2020

    We're back this week with an episode on a very eccentric, and equally evil, guru by the name of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the story of the guru's group, Dera Sacha Sauda, and his illustrious career as a movie star, artist, musician, and car technician. Yep. We'll get into it.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 131 Pana-Wave Laboratories: The Tale of Tama-chan Mar 23, 2020

    Hey! Psst. It's us. We know you're stuck in quarantine but you gotta make room for your three best buds. We're here so that Mando can tell you, Paige, and Andrea the story of the Pana-Wave Laboratories and their leader, Yuko Chino. If you need a laugh this is the perfect episode for you. This one is goofy through and through.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Bonus Episode: Audible Grits ft. Kristal Adams Mar 20, 2020

    About a week ago we recorded this Coronavirus Madness-style bonus episode for y'all. We had no clue how bad it was going to be. But, the jokes still work, baybee. We hope this brightens up your Friday a bit. We're joined by Kristal Adams, host of the podcast Black Card Rehab, to talk about the disease, immune systems, and weird college experiences. If you need a good laugh, and I'm willing to bet you do, this is perfect for you.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 130 Shincheonji: Fire Type Jesus Mar 16, 2020

    Join us this week as we cover the very topical Korean cult Shincheonji. They've made headlines for their part in the spread of Coronavirus but their story goes back further and includes more feet than you probably would've guessed. Listen in as Paige brings Mando, Andrea, and you up to speed on the devious diseased cult.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 129 The Latin Kings Pt. 3: Mr. World-Flat Mar 10, 2020

    We're back with the final episode in our series on the Latin Kings. We've come a long way from firefighters duking it out in the street. Join us this week as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the story of the Latin Kings in New York, what members get out of being in the gang, and where the gang is now.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 128 The Latin Kings Pt. 2: In the Lagoon Mar 02, 2020

    We're back with part two of our series on the Latin Kings! Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the writing of The Latin Kings Manifesto and the birth of the gang's religious aspect. Learn about "The Worst Dinner", the weirdest riot, and many other hilariously upsetting things.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Bonus Episode: Big Herm's Big Dumps ft. Erin Suth Feb 28, 2020

    We were lucky enough to have Erin, Paige's sister, in the studio a few days ago and recorded this lil bonus episode for y'all to help you get through the Friday commute! Kick off your weekend by hearing about one of the worst first dates in history, the pros and cons of grillz, and for some questions from listeners. All in all a real good time.

    Ep. 127 The Latin Kings: Just Like "Mean Girls" Feb 24, 2020

    We're back with another episode on gangs! Except for this time, the gang is actually closer to a cult than you might've thought. With its own religion, sacred text, and demi-gods the Latin Kings are part "Crips and Bloods" and part "Jonestown". Join us as Mando tells Paige and Andrea about how Chicago's history birthed the gang and what the group's original purpose was.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 126 The Seekers: Mime-o-grams Feb 17, 2020

    We're back with another episode about some wild space cult. Except this one has a fancy science twist. Shouts out to all my nerds out there. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the prophecies of a Chicago woman and the long-lasting implications they've had on sociology. Also, thanks to our sponsor, Mando's Mime-o-grams: "Providing terrible news with horrible body movements since 2020!"

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 125 The Illuminati Pt. 2: Forbidden Secrets Feb 10, 2020

    We're back from our break with part two of our series on The Illuminati! Join us as Mando tells Paige and Andrea about how Adam Weishaupt turned a rag-tag group of college boys into one of the most feared and infamous groups in history. Stay tuned at the end to hear the gang open up a special package, too! Spoiler: It's either proof that aliens are real or some really amazing art from some listeners. Maybe both.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Kansas City Madness Feb 03, 2020

    We recap our trip to Kansas City in prep for Illuminati Part 2 next week! Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    The Blackburn Cult: Live at Panic Fest! Jan 27, 2020

    Sorry for the delay, but we promise it's worth it! This week our episode is the live show we performed at Panic Fest 2020! Join us as we take you, and a crowd of innocent civilians, through one of the most insane and, at times, upsetting groups we've ever covered. Learn all about how May Otis and her sister-daughter used some good looks and "questionable hands" to make a group of Jesus nerds excited about a book. Was that a strange series of typos? Nope. Buckle up, folks. It gets WEIRD.

    Ep. 124 The Illuminati: The Goose is Loose Jan 20, 2020

    We're back with another episode this week. Or ARE we? Maybe today is the day that we finally blow our cover and indoctrinate you into one of the most notorious and feared cults in history. Join Mando as he takes Paige and Andrea through the early life of Johann Adam Weishaupt and the group that would become the Illuminati. Also, listeners beware. Skin car is ALWAYS watching you.

    Also, WE'VE GOT ANOTHER LIVE SHOW! We're returning to Panic Fest in January 2020 to debut our new live show in Kansas City, MO and we hope to see you there on Saturday the 25th at 2:45 pm. Click here for tickets or visit www.panicfilmfest.com.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 123 BDX: The Dolly Lama Jan 13, 2020

    We're back with a longer-than-normal episode for this week. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the life and times of Scott Caruthers and his space cult of cat worshipping gym rats. There's a lot to unpack here but if you're a fan of true crime you're gonna LOVE this one. Highlights include: figuring out how to correctly apply sunscreen ALL OVER your body, a few pitches for the next hit A&E documentary, and us accidentally solving the JonBenét Ramsey murder. So, get yourself anywhere between 10-20 cats, hop in your spaceship, and hold on because it's gonna be a wild ride!

    Also, WE'VE GOT ANOTHER LIVE SHOW! We're returning to Panic Fest in January 2020 to debut our new live show in Kansas City, MO and we hope to see you there on Saturday the 25th at 2:45 pm. Click here for tickets or visit www.panicfilmfest.com.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 122 Sherry Shriner - Orgone Cupcakes Jan 06, 2020

    Back again to EXPOSE the Reptillian Agenda and accuse everyone of being the Antichrist. It's part 2 of Sherry Shriner!

    Also, WE'VE GOT ANOTHER LIVE SHOW! We're returning to Panic Fest in January 2020 to debut our new live show in Kansas City, MO and we hope to see you there on Saturday the 25th at 2:45 pm. Click here for tickets or visit www.panicfilmfest.com.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 121 Sherry Shriner Pt. 1 - President Susej Dec 29, 2019

    Back from the Holidays we're diving right into the REPTILLIAN AGENDA! It's all a conspiracy... OR IS THAT WHAT THEY WANT YOU TO THINK?!?!? Join us as we talk about end times theology and how the internet has affected the spread of modern conspiracy thought!

    Also, WE'VE GOT ANOTHER LIVE SHOW! We're returning to Panic Fest in January 2020 to debut our new live show in Kansas City, MO and we hope to see you there on Saturday the 25th at 2:45 pm. Click here for tickets or visit www.panicfilmfest.com.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 120 League of the South: Halli-BIRD-ton Dec 23, 2019

    We're back from the quarantine and what better way to celebrate the holidays than by having ourselves a WHITE Christmas? That's right. Mando's back on his BS this week and he's taking Paige and Andrea through the history of Michael Hill's League of the South. Tune in to find out about the true origin of Southerners, the evilest people on Earth, and Mando's genius plan to make America great again. But not in a racist way. We swear.

    Also, WE'VE GOT ANOTHER LIVE SHOW! We're returning to Panic Fest in January 2020 to debut our new live show in Kansas City, MO and we hope to see you there on Saturday the 25th at 2:45 pm. Click here for tickets or visit www.panicfilmfest.com.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Bonus Episode: Forever 300lb.s ft. Todd from Horror Virgin Dec 16, 2019

    We're taking a break this week to recover from some serious illness. Luckily, we have this bonus episode to share with you featuring Horror Virgin's own Todd! In this one we talk about snow, horror movies, and listen to some of the amazing "Survivin', but Not Livin'" songs y'all sent in. We will be back with regular episodes next week and we hope this hilarious hour and change can tide you over until then. But if you're really in need of some Monday morning podcasting check out Horror Virgin!

    Ep. 119 Unarius: Heaven Was a Jimmy John's Dec 09, 2019

    We're back with an extra long, extra funny, and extra palate-cleansing episode this week. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the history of Unarius and their absolutely insane leaders, outfits, and beliefs. What started as a man's dream of opening a space library has become one of the best known, but rarely talked about, cults in American history. So hop up into our ship and we'll fill you in on the way to El Cajon.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 118 Witchcraft Pt. 3: Pantie-gea Dec 02, 2019

    We're back with the final installment of our series on witchcraft and witches in the western world. Over the last two weeks we've learned about the history of magic, the turn from respect of it to fear of it, and some very slippery chairs. But join us this week as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through arguably the most famous instance of magical persecution: The Salem Witch Trials! This one truly has it all: a weed fueled history lesson, tons of goofy jokes, and an accidental endorsement of the Klan.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 117 Witchcraft Pt. 2: Really Slippery Chairs Nov 25, 2019

    We're back with another installment in our series on Witchcraft and Witches! Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the change in Europe's attitude towards witches, the writings of many books, and the slippery-est chairs in history. Come for the in-depth research on the western concept of magic, stay for the many pants-less descriptions of Henry Cavill.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 116 Witchcraft: Trial by River Nov 18, 2019

    We're back with a continuation on our dive into early colonial America. Instead of focusing on some stuck-up murderous trespassers, join Armando as he takes Paige and Andrea through the early days of humanity and the birth of Western Witchcraft, one of history's most misunderstood topics. Are witches real? Is magic just "fancy lying"? When is the Las Vegas Black Magic Meet Up? The answers to all of these questions, and more, lie inside of this episode. Do you dare to listen?

    Also also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 115 Puritans Pt. 2: The Terry Crews Cruise Nov 11, 2019

    We're back with a new episode on new religious groups in the new world. That's right, we on that new-new (new). Join Paige as she takes Mando and Andrea through part two of her series on the Puritans, and other colonists, as they arrive in what would someday become America. From a lesson on the world's worst cruise ship to a jingle for a Spanish-English mingle, this one is as informative as it is hilarious. Now, grab a well toned peck or bicep and strap in. It's about to get pilgrim-y up in this thing.

    Also, we're doing our first annual Cult Podcast Secret Spooky Santa! Shouts out to Kristin for setting it up! To join in the festive fun join our Facebook Group (a link is available at the bottom of our website) and check the post at the top of the page.

    Also also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 114 Puritans: Survivin', Not Livin' Nov 04, 2019

    We're back with an exceptionally November-y episode! Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the story of some early American colonizers. Boy, do these folk really put the grim in pilgrims. But, before we get to the New World, we have to teach you some English history! Yay! And if that ain't convincing enough, Mando starts his career as a successful country singer in this one. So, you definitely don't wanna miss this.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 113 The Chicago Rippers Pt. 3: The Grandslammer Oct 28, 2019

    We're back this week with the third and final episode in our series on The Chicago Rippers. In this one Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the absolutely horrific crimes committed by a group of three followers and their truly evil leader: Robin Gecht. And, as a bonus, we've featured the most well researched and possibly controversial Speculation Zone in the history of Cult Podcast featuring one of the most infamous serial killers ever. Strap in. This one gets wild.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Fire Madness: Art's Urinal Wine Oct 21, 2019

    We're taking a week off to celebrate Paige's wedding! However, before she eloped with her lumberjack beau, we recorded this Fire Madness episode (ironically days before a fire broke out a mere 15 miles away from where we record). We open your packages, talk about the horrific past few weeks of our lives, and learn a lot about some good ol' basement wine. We'll be back to our normal schedule next week with the final episode of our series on The Chicago Rippers!

    Ep. 112 The Chicago Rippers Pt. 2: Pegacop Oct 14, 2019

    We're back this week with part two of our series on The Chicago Rippers! Things get more murdery in this one but somehow they also manage to get way goofier. Go figure. Join Mando as he takes Paige and Andrea through the killer times had by Chicago's craziest band of evil-doers. And, whatever you do, make sure to catch Pegacop premiering this Tuesday on USA.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 111 The Chicago Rippers: An-PONY-o Banderas Oct 07, 2019

    As we prep our new live show for 2020 we thought we'd put the six months we spent researching to use by sharing the absolutely insane story of The Chicago Rippers. This group of cannibalistic, Satan worshiping, heavy metal blasting murderers are definitely some of the most terrifying people to ever come out of the murder capital of America: the Midwest. Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the life of their leader, Robin Gecht. See how he went from the King of Hashbrowns to the Dark Lord of Slashtown. Buckle up. This series is gonna get wild.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 110 Nigerian Confraternities: Bradley's Dad's House Sep 30, 2019

    We're back with a group that might actually bust a Kappa in you. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the history of Nigerian Confraternities. Much like their American cousins, these groups were originally started to do some good. But, also like their American cousins, these frats get pretty dang wild. In a bad way. So, get your beer bongs out and your best Abercrombie shirt soaked in Axe body spray. We're diving into some frats, baybee.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 109 Flat Earthers: Sky Perverts Sep 23, 2019

    Well, this is it. The final episode of Cult Podcast. Mando has gone full Flat Earther and Paige's brain just exploded during the recording session. I hope you've all enjoyed the ride. We'll see you in Flat Heaven. But, until then, join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the beliefs, history, and spread of the fastest growing conspiracy theory. This cult-like group of "woke folk" have taken the internet (mostly YouTube) by storm and it's time to find out where they come from. Coincidentally, this episode is brought to you by our newest sponsor: "Halle Burton".

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 108 Terri Hoffman Pt. 2: Cumco Knives Sep 16, 2019

    We're back this week for part two of our series on Terri Hoffman and her group, "The Conscious Development of Body, Mind, and Soul". If last week was the Chardonnay Titty then this week is definitely the Pee Titty. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the murders, fraud, and drunken antics of the Lady Jesus from Dallas, TX.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 107 Terri Hoffman: The Chardonnay Titty Sep 09, 2019

    Well, if you thought Armando's understanding of balls was weird, wait until ya listen to this one. We're back this week so that Paige can take Mando and Andrea through the story of a group called "The Conscious Development of Body, Mind and Soul" and its wine-loving leader: Terri Hoffman. In addition to being very interesting and informative, this is also a wildly funny episode that covers all the bases: goofy voices, a lesson in "anatomy", and a new definition for the term "MILF". Let's get into it!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 106 The Sullivanians: Karen Horny Sep 02, 2019

    Welcome to another session at Dr. Cult Podcast's therapy practice. This week things get a little handsy as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the story of The Sullivanians and their goal of making everyone have a bunch of sex with each other. Doesn't sound bad, right? Well, trust us, we get into it. So, listen in and hear all about The War of the Actors and all of our orgy stories. We promise it's not as gross as it sounds!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Ep. 105 Koreshan Unity: Dr. Papi Primo Aug 26, 2019

    If you're into weird family trees and outdated medicine, hot dang do we have the perfect episode for you! Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the life and commune of Cyrus "Koresh" Teed as he goes from doctor to cult leader. And that's kind of a big deal, because apparently medicine was AWESOME back in the day. So, break out your crop-top shorts and Abercrombie hat because this one gets wild and goofy!

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Also also, we're doing another live show! To see us live on August 27th at 7:30pm in Burbank, CA go to www.cultpodcastshow.com/burbank or visit our website and click on the shows tab. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door.

    Ep. 104 Vampire Clan: Rod's House of Rods Aug 19, 2019

    Get out your all black outfit and the embarrassing poetry you wrote in high school, Cult Podcast is going full goth. Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the life of Rod Ferrell and his Vampire Clan (is it still your "life" if you're technically undead?). This one gets bloody, but it's also very informative. You'll learn all about the legalities of shipping your own blood, a newer more literal form of "exotic dance", and which organ is actually the most important.

    A note for Patreon Donors: Rewards for July patrons ship out this week! For all donors this means the first Patreon exclusive episode of our show will hit your feed this Wednesday (A post explaining how to set up your feed will be posted on our Patreon page). If you are in the "True Believer" or "Cult Leader" tiers and have not received an email about your shirt size/prayer candle choice please reach out to us.

    Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Also also, we're doing another live show! To see us live on August 27th at 7:30pm in Burbank, CA go to www.cultpodcastshow.com/burbank or visit our website and click on the shows tab. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door.

    Ep. 103 Heaven's Gate Pt 4: Thicc as a Phonebook Aug 12, 2019

    We're back with the fourth and final part of our series on Heaven's Gate. Join Mando as he takes Paige and Andrea through the events and beliefs that led a group of former hippies to a very gruesome end. Oh, spoiler alert, this one doesn't end well. But that doesn't mean this one isn't hilarious. Tune in to hear all about Andrea's secret crush on a very famous dog, Paige's Christian high school antics, and a really pricey pair of shoes Armando wants but doesn't deserve.

    Also, we just launched our Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Also also, we're doing another live show! To see us live on August 27th at 7:30pm in Burbank, CA go to www.cultpodcastshow.com/burbank or visit our website and click on the shows tab. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door.

    The Speculation Zone: 500 Days of Midsommar (with Katy French) Aug 05, 2019

    Due to a technical issue we're going to have to re-record the 4th and final part of our series on Heaven's Gate. But, for this week, we wanted to give you a taste of the bonus content that will be available for all of our Patreon members! In this episode of The Speculation Zone we're joined by former Norse pagan and hilarious comedian Katy French. We talk about her upbringing and how it was portrayed in the hit horror film Midsommar.

    Make sure to check out Katy French's website where you can watch her webseries, "Living with Jonathan & Katy" and follow her on Instagram or Twitter!

    For more content like this, please consider donating to our Patreon. For more info, visit our Patreon page here.

    Ep. 102 Heaven's Gate Pt 3: Tennis Balls Jul 29, 2019

    We're back with part 3 of our series on Heaven's Gate. This week Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the theology and routine of the member's of Heaven's Gate. We also cover the beginning of the end, so please be warned that this story doesn't have a happy ending. Except for the very end of this episode when we learn some wild stuff about California and open some of the coolest gifts we've ever received. Also, you're never going to want to speak to your grandparents again after this one.

    To see more of Annie Libertini's work visit their website or check out their Instagram by clicking the links provided.

    Also, we just launched our Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Also also, we're doing another live show! To see us live on August 27th at 7:30pm in Burbank, CA go to www.cultpodcastshow.com/burbank or visit our website and click on the shows tab. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door.

    Ep. 101 Heaven's Gate Pt 2: #WichPics Jul 22, 2019

    We're back with part two of our series on Heaven's Gate! Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through Bonnie and Herff's wild ride through America and the birth of their belief system. From the Vampire Wars of 1973 to the brand new trend of send wich pics to your loved ones, this episode has it all!

    Also, we just launched our Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Also also, we're doing another live show! To see us live on August 27th at 7:30pm in Burbank, CA go to www.cultpodcastshow.com/burbank or visit our website and click on the shows tab. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door.

    Ep. 100 Heaven's Gate: The Elephant Walk Jul 15, 2019

    This is one important Monday for us. We're dropping our 100th episode, starting our series on one of the most infamous cults in history, and launching our Patreon! But let's take it slow and start with this week's episode. Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the life and times of Marshall Herff Applewhite and his platonic partner, Bonnie Nettles. To find out how the group became what it did we have to start at the very beginning and look at the backgrounds of this cult's founders. Before they were "Ti and Do" they were two kids from Texas just trying to do The Elephant Walk and look to the stars!

    Also, we just launched our Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.

    Also also, we're doing another live show! To see us live on August 27th at 7:30pm in Burbank, CA go to www.cultpodcastshow.com/burbank or visit our website and click on the shows tab. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door.

    Ep. 99 Creativity Movement: Clifford the Big White Dog Jul 08, 2019

    It's Paige's week again as we prep for a big project coming next week. But that just means you get an extra dose of Nazis being stupid! Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the origins of the Creativity Movement. Origins that include a gross white supremacist who made his name in the real estate game and found his way into politics. No, not Trump. He didn't sell nearly enough can openers as this guy.

    Also, we're doing another live show! On August 27th at 7:30pm we'll be at Geeky Teas & Games in Burbank, CA. Want tickets? They're $10 and on sale now! Hope to see ya there.

    Ep. 98 Colonia Dignidad Pt 3: Das Booty (ft. Robert Timothy & Ryan Shores) Jul 01, 2019

    We're joined by Robert Timothy and Ryan Shores this week on our final installment in the Colonia Dignidad series. In this one we'll cover a majority of the horrible crimes committed within the walls of the Nazi compound in Chile. How does it all end for Paul Schäfer? Will our guests wear eye patches or glass eyes? Is Mr. Pib as good as Dr. Pepper? Find out by tuning in!

    To listen to Science Faction click here!

    Or here to check out Robert and Ryan on The Degenerate Podcast!

    Ep. 97 Colonia Dignidad Pt 2: The Permanent Uncle Jun 24, 2019

    We're back for part two of our series on the compound of escaped Nazis in South America. Today Paige takes Mando and Andrea back to Colonia Dignidad to cover the compound's leader: Paul Schäfer. This guy is a real piece of work but wait until you hear about his table manners. Anyways, after you finish this episode come join us at the after-party at the Applebee's!

    Also, we're doing another live show! On June 29th at 7:30pm we'll be at The Comedy Palace in San Diego. Want tickets? They're $10 and on sale now! Hope to see ya there.

    Ep. 96 Colonia Dignidad Pt 1: Hitler's Relaxed Jeans Jun 17, 2019

    This week we kick off our three part series on Colonia Dignidad! Join Paige as she takes Mando and Andrea through the tale of Nazis escaping into South America. Sure, there is the story you know and that is generally accepted as "the truth", but what if the truth is actually what they teach on the History Channel? This one has racism, daring escapes, and the debut of Paige's Conspiracy Corner!

    Also, we're doing another live show! On June 29th at 7:30pm we'll be at The Comedy Palace in San Diego. Want tickets? They're $10 and on sale now! Hope to see ya there.

    Ep. 95 Ghost Dance: A Gritty Reboot of Clippy Jun 10, 2019

    Howdy, partner. Mando spent too much of his free time playing a cowboy themed video game so he decided to take Paige and Andrea on a trip to the Wild West. Except this isn't one of Ms. Frizzle's trips through time (shouts out to The Magic School Bus), it's a horrifying story about the Native Americans that the cowboys wronged on their quest for a better life. Join us as we cover the Ghost Dance movement and the prophet Jack Wilson.

    Also, we're doing another live show! On June 29th at 7:30pm we'll be at The Comedy Palace in San Diego. Want tickets? They're $10 and on sale now! Hope to see ya there.

    Bonus Episode: How Do Balls Work? Jun 05, 2019

    Need a bit of a relief from that last episode? We gotcha. In this late post from a few weeks ago Paige, Mando, and Andrea were dying of sickness. Should we have rested? Probably. Did we answer questions from the Facebook group, mess with a Christian Single's group, and find out how testicles work? You betcha. Got on in here for one of the funniest bonus episodes we've ever recorded.

    Also, we're doing another live show! On June 29th at 7:30pm we'll be at The Comedy Palace in San Diego. Want tickets? They're $10 and on sale now! Hope to see ya there.

    Ep. 94 Compound Dwellers Pt 2: Now That's What I Call Cults Jun 03, 2019

    We're back for another round of white supremacist madness! This week Mando takes Paige and Andrea back through to Rulo, NE to cover the criminal heists, murders, and manhunts that took place on Michael Ryan's compound. It's a hilarious episode with one hell of a dark ending.

    Also, we're doing another live show! On June 29th at 7:30pm we'll be at The Comedy Palace in San Diego. Want tickets? They're $10 and on sale now! Hope to see ya there.

    Ep. 93 The Compound Dwellers: Tony Kansas May 26, 2019

    Mando's back with another series on white supremacists! Join us this week as he takes Paige and Andrea through the group nicknamed the Compound Dwellers, their home in Rulo, NE, and the groups big dumb leader: Michael Ryan.

    Also, we're doing another live show! On June 29th at 7:30pm we'll be at The Comedy Palace in San Diego. Want tickets? They're $10 and on sale now! Hope to see ya there.

    Ep. 92 Eckankar: Sticky Knives May 20, 2019

    We're hella sick this week so we decided to take a light and silly romp through the history of Eckankar and it's eccentric leader Paul Twitchell. In this episode Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the life of a man who joined several other cults, befriended L. Ron Hubbard, and may or may not have had a thing for sharp objects. Also, we're doing another live show! On June 29th at 7:30pm we'll be at The Comedy Palace in San Diego. Want tickets? They're $10 and on sale now! Hope to see ya there.

    Ep. 91 Slonim Woods 9: A Very Naughty Daddy May 13, 2019

    This one is rough and it's long, so buckle up while we dive into the world of Larry Ray and the Slonim Woods 9.

    Bonus Episode: Mando's Mom Doesn't Have a Penis May 11, 2019

    We're back again with another bonus episode for you! This one is from April right after Mando got back from his month long trek up the West Coast and boy do we have a lot to unpack. Both figuratively and literally. In this episode Charles Manson reviews Shen Yun, we eat the world's mintiest gum, and we swap stories about the month we spent apart. Plus, you get a chance to hear Armando's mom's voice! What a treat! We'll be back on Monday with another regular episode.

    Bonus Episode: Nazi Gold May 10, 2019

    We just hit 400,000 downloads! We wanted to thank all of you for tuning in every week so as a gift to you we got our shit together and edited bonus episodes that we never released. Today and tomorrow you'll get bonus episodes, each one better than the last. In this one we open packages from you guys, talk about R. Kelly, and Armando gets that sweet sweet Nazi money. Won't you join us on this wild ride?

    Ep. 90 Magdalena Solís: Viagra Inhaler May 06, 2019

    Happy Cinco de Mayo! We hope you had a great weekend and that you're ready to stomach this absolutely horrifying episode. Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea way down south for a story of murder, deception, and Starbucks. This week we're covering Magdalena Solís aka The High Priestess of Blood!

    Ep. 89 Bethel: Christian Hogwarts Apr 29, 2019

    This week we cover a Church that, for a fee, can teach you how to perform miracles and become a prophet.

    Listen as we hear how this organization teaches young people to faith heal and take over the town of Redding, CA.

    Ep. 88 Happy Science 2: Laser Catz Apr 22, 2019

    This week we continue our series on Happy Science! Last week we covered the man, the myth, the loser, Ryuho Okawa, but today we're going over the cult's insane beliefs! Mando takes Paige and Andrea through 20+ years of anime and even a killer "Boner Jamz '69" mixtape. Blaze it like a Laser Cat riding a hoverboard, because it's about to get nuts.

    Ep. 87 Happy Science Pt 1: Horny for Learnin' Apr 15, 2019

    This week we're covering another one of the most requested cults we've been asked to cover in our "stint" as a podcast. Known for producing anime for over 20 years and having some of the most insane beliefs of any "major religion", Happy Science is the perfect subject for a Cult Podcast two part series. In part one, Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the life of Ryuho Okawa, President of Happy Science. Get ready for poetry, anime, and our favorite new character: Dr. Lube!

    Ep. 86 Universal Medicine: Street Tennis Apr 08, 2019

    We're back with a real cult this week after our April Fool's Day romp. (Allegedly.) And what better way to bring us back than with one of the most requested cults that's ever graced our email inbox. (Allegedly.) Paige takes Mando and Andrea through a group who's fresh off of losing a lawsuit and their leader who's soon to be fresh off of losing a game of street tennis to Armando. (Allegedly.) Also, we're going to be completely honest with you, the last 8 minutes are entirely about Australian spiders and it's both hilarious and terrifying to anyone who hates spiders. (Not allegedly. Definitely.) So, get your flamethrowers ready. We're headed to Australia, baby.

    Ep. 85 Project at Eden's Gate: 420 Worship It Apr 01, 2019

    Oh, was last week too silly for you? Well, we're back in full force this week covering the horrendous events of the last few weeks that took place in Montana. Join Mando as he takes Paige and Andrea through the Project at Eden's Gate and their leader: Joseph Seed, aka the Father. Ominous much?

    Ep. 84 Hans Scheike: Spank Banked Mar 25, 2019

    After a few serious weeks of Joseph Kony, we get kinky with a cult in the forest getting their spank on! Join us for some hilarity and also a deep dive into the world of erotic spanking.

    Ep. 83 Joseph Kony Pt 3: Me and You Mar 18, 2019

    We're back for the final episode in our series on Joseph Kony and the LRA. However, this week Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the American side of this story with the tale of Kony 2012. Learn all about how Jason Russell turned his dream into his living nightmare. This one has everything you need to be cool in the early 2000's: Fall Out Boy, Bracelets, and Activism!

    Ep. 82 Joseph Kony Pt 2: Little Seizures Pizza Mar 11, 2019

    We're back for part two of our series on Joseph Kony and the LRA. This week, Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the life and times of the big bad man himself. From humble beginnings as the best dancer in the village to becoming the most vile man alive today, Joseph Kony has lived one interesting life. So tune in and find out why 2012 was so bananas about stopping this guy!

    Ep. 81 Joseph Kony Pt 1: Oily Boys Mar 04, 2019

    Break out your old activist bracelets and crumpled protest posters, we're taking you back to the days when everyone in America had their sights set on one man: Joseph Kony. In the first episode in our three part series on Joseph Kony and the LRA we cover the history of Uganda and the cult leader who blazed a path for Kony. Cult Podcast Presents: Kony 2019!

    Ep. 80 Falun Gong: The Gut Man Feb 25, 2019

    Ah, jeez, get your fanciest ribbons ready because this week Paige takes Mando and Andrea through 5,000 YEARS OF CHINESE ARTISTRY! In an episode jam packed with musical numbers and riffs, we cover Falun Gong and their amazingly entertaining/stupid propaganda event: Shen Yun. This ones got it all, it's just waiting for your ears, baby. Consider leaving us a 5 Star iTunes review and we'll consider reading it on the show!

    Ep. 79 Father Divine Pt 2: Uncle Divine Feb 18, 2019

    We're back for the second and final part in our series on Father Divine! Join us as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through Father's legal troubles, rise, slow taper out, and the current state of the cult! Also, surprise cameo appearance from none other than Jim Jones!

    Bonus Episode: Live Show Clip & Panic Fest Feb 12, 2019

    Well, we done messed up last night with our technology. So, as a token of our sorry-ness, we're dropping a bonus episode! This one is packed full of stories from the road, a recap of Panic Fest, and a clip from our live show! Wow! It sounds like a load of fun and we'd love to have you come to the next one! We'll be back next week for part two of our series on Father Divine!

    Ep. 78 Father Divine Pt 1: New Thot Movement Feb 11, 2019

    Did you know if you add salt to Flavor-Aid you make Gatorade? Well, if you assemble the ingredients for The People's Temple a bit differently you get Father Divine's cult. In part one of our deep dive into the man who changed the history of cults forever, Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the Civil War, Civil Rights, and several goofs along the way. So, join us and learn about the man who even Jim Jones tried to emulate. And remember: Don't Drink the Gatorade! (Welp, there goes that sponsorship.)

    Bonus Episode: Dogs With People's Faces Feb 08, 2019

    Wake up! It's 10:40 am! According to Sleepy Mando, that's early! Join us for the bonus episode we recorded before Incels and our trip to Kansas City for Panic Fest. In this bonus episode we: write a new hit song/nightmare, open cult mail, talk about incels, and do some pretty heavy dunkin' on magicians. Take that, Mind Freak. Anyways, this is just a treat for you on your Friday commute. We love you! It's almost the weekend, baby!

    Ep. 77 Incels Pt 2: Elliot Rodger vs Chairs Feb 04, 2019

    Whoa, boy, we're back for more Red Pill Theory and how it turns into the ugly awful underbelly of the internet that is "Black Pill Theory". One of the best examples of how this horrible line of thinking can turn already terrible people into the absolute worst humans is the patron saint of Incel-dom: Elliot Rodger. So, join Andrea as she takes Paige and Mando through the life and crimes of one of the lamest anime super villains to ever log onto YouTube.

    Ep. 76 Incels Pt 1: God Is Such a Chad Jan 28, 2019

    We're back from Kansas City just in time to have Andrea take over her own series! They grow up so fast. Join us this week as our newest official host takes Paige and Mando through the history and beliefs of the Incels and all the groups in the Manosphere!

    Ep. 75 The Community: Rooty Tooty Fresh and Culty Jan 21, 2019

    This week as we get ready to head to Kansas City for Panic Film Fest we're covering a cult in Kansas City's backyard. We're diving into The Community and their questionable connections to the International House of Pancakes... I mean, Prayer.

    Get Panic Fest Tickets Here: www.panicfilmfest.com/podcasts

    Ep. 74 Jilly Juice: Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls Jan 14, 2019

    One lady's crazy cabbage juice recipe becomes 60,000 people's cure for cancer, autism, and homosexuality. This smoothie of craziness makes for a pretty shitty cult.

    Buy tickets to our live show at www.panicfilmfest.com/podcasts

    Ep. 73 KKK 3: Chow Mein Jan 07, 2019

    Wowzers, we're back for the last part of our three part series on the Ku Klux Klan. Mando takes Paige and Andrea through the third Klan, David Duke, and the Alt-Right. Join us to learn how the events of the last two episodes shaped the current hostile environment of the extremist right. So join us one last time to make fun of the stupidest racists to ever wear a dumb goofy outfit!

    Buy tickets to our live show at www.panicfilmfest.com/podcasts

    Ep. 72 KKK 2: The Squeakquel Dec 31, 2018

    Oh, boy, Mando’s back for The Klan 2: Electric Hoodaloo! Our “white supremacy expert” guides Paige and Andrea through the absolute stupidity that is the second Klan. The first episode was learning day. But this episode? This one is everything you wanted in a podcast that makes fun of the dumbest racists who ever lived. Join us as Mando breaks down William Simmons, the second coming of the Klan, “The Birth of a Nation”, and PapaHogXxXxSwag.

    Also, Cult Podcast is proud to announce that we will be debuting our new live show in Kansas City, MO at Panic Fest 2019! Join us in KC for PF on January 26th. More info, and tickets, are available at www.panicfilmfest.com.

    Ep. 71 KKK: A White Christmas Dec 24, 2018

    They were dreaming of an all white Christmas. We're talking about the Ku Klux Klan, of course. Join us as Mando takes Paige and Andrea on a wild ride through time. We cover the Civil War, the start of the first Klan, and the fall of said first Klan. Our Christmas gift to you is a stocking full of white guilt. Don't spend it all in one place!

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    Ep. 70 Archie McCafferty: Pet and Love Bulldogs Dec 17, 2018

    Oy, mates, today we're goin' down undah to covah Archie McCafferty and his rag-tag gang of idiots. Join Mando and Andrea as Paige takes them on a dive into the life of Australia's Charles Manson. Bonus initiative for listening: Brad Leveau, Esq. finds a new friend.

    Ep. 69 Voodoo: My Dearest Brad Dec 10, 2018

    This week we take it easy after our deep dive into Manson. And by easy we mean a horribly depressing look into slavery. Yikes. In this episode we look into the misunderstood religion of voodoo, its roots in West Africa, and some of the legends that made it what it is today. Also, Gator Justice makes its return, so you know it's gonna be a good one.

    Ep. 68 Manson Pt. 4: The Funky Potato Dec 03, 2018

    We're back to round out our deep dive into Charles Manson and the Manson Family. This one gets real silly then real dark. Then real silly again. You know what, it's pretty much always silly. This one has it all, folks: Murder, Mayhem, DUNE-BUGGIES! It's what you've all been waiting for. The brutal bloody end.

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    Buy the Limited Edition Aum Shinrikyo Poster for $15+Shipping!

    Ep. 67 Charles Manson Pt. 3: Everyone Forgets Ringo Nov 26, 2018

    This week it's our deep dive into the Music of the Beatles, the White Album, and its influence on Charles Manson, as he and the family move out of Hollywood and into Spahn Ranch.

    Bonus Episode: Rap Snacks Nov 23, 2018

    Leftover Day keeps on giving with bonus episode 2. Cairo Thorn sent us some dope ass snacks based on rappers. We hope you enjoy us reviewing some tasty snacks and beats that Armando made to fit each rapper. Also, Aum Shinrikyo Posters are available online at www.cultpodcastshow.com/store

    Bonus Episode: Ep. 66.6 Bonus of the Beast (feat. Keith Carey) Nov 23, 2018

    Happy Late-Thanksgiving and current Leftover Day! We've got two bonus episodes for ya and this one is the first. We're joined by Keith Carey in a fire madness episode with lots of riffs and insults. This one gets dark and mean, probably because it's Episode 66.6! Hope you enjoy it! Also, Aum Shinrikyo posters are available online at www.cultpodcastshow.com/store

    Ep. 66 Charles Manson Pt. 2: Piano Van (Feat. Keith Carey) Nov 19, 2018

    We're back this week so Paige can dive back into the infamous Manson Family and the infamous-er Charles Manson. Who better to join us for this crazy episode than Keith Carey from Comedy Central's Roast Battle and the Mean Boys podcast?! We get all up into some of Manson's crazy antics and reveal that any sentence can be boiled down to: "Come on!"

    Ep. 65 Charles Manson Pt. 1: Knife Guys Finish Slash Nov 12, 2018

    Holy hell! November 12th is Charles Manson and Paige's birthday but we have a special gift for you! We're kicking off our four part series on the Manson Family and their INSANE leader: Charles Manson. Paige leads Mando and Andrea through the family and early life of ol' Charlie-Boy. So, get your acid ready and the spiders out of your brain: we've got a helter-skelter of an episode for ya.

    Ep. 64 The Moonies Pt 3: DO Drink the Kool-Aid Nov 12, 2018

    We're switching it up, everyone. This is it. Episode 64 and the end of Moon have broken us and we're just glad to no longer have to read this man's lies. Join us for the end of Moon's era and our era of Moon.

    Ep. 63 The Moonies Pt 2: A Smelly Boi Nov 05, 2018

    Hope you're ready to join Mando on a deep dive into madness as he continues to teach the history of The Moonies/Unification Church to Paige and Andrea. This week we take it back a little and look deeper into the actual scripture and founding of the church because IT'S STUPID CRAZY. Also, Neil Armstrong totally had sex with the moon. #WakeUpSheeple.

    Ep. 62 The Moonies Pt 1: Penis Colada Oct 28, 2018

    This week Mando saves us from the bummers by telling Paige and Andrea about one of our most requested cults: The Moonies aka Unfication Church. In part one of a two part series, we dive into Sun Myung Moon's roller coaster of a life from poor farm boy to Korean Jesus with a net worth of $900,000,000.

    Ep. 61 Papa Pilgrim: Turquoise Underoos Oct 22, 2018

    Back to back bummers for y'all, the Cult Podcast crew stays making you sad. It's Paige's week again and she's covering Papa Pilgrim and boy is it a doozy. Come along for the ride as we learn about a "God" named Bob, a man's obsession with turquoise, and the scariest horror movie that was never written.

    Ep. 60 Immanuel David: Always a Samurai, Never a Bride Oct 15, 2018

    We back! The quarantine on our compound has been lifted and to celebrate we’re covering one sick dude. Sick in the bad way, though. It’s Armando’s week and he takes Paige and Andrea through the Family of David and it’s leader: Immanuel David. It gets real silly then real dark on this one, friends. Buckle up as we traverse through samurai swords and Kanye songs on our way to a sad ending.

    Sneak Peek: Pod A Ring On It Oct 12, 2018

    Here's a sneak peak of our new show Pod A Ring On It, if you like it give it a listen and then like and subscribe on its own feed next week.

    Bonus Episode: Manson Snacks Oct 08, 2018

    It's a bonus week as sickness has hit the Cult Podcast Compound. On this bonus Episode we try out Manson Snacks and answer listener questions.

    Ep. 59 There's a Light, over at the Hollow Moon Place Oct 01, 2018

    This week we cover a modern cult with some not-so-modern ideas about race, and what's inside of the moon!

    Ep. 58 Raëlism: Green Gets Me Off Sep 24, 2018

    Oh, boy, we're back to true form this week as Paige takes Mando and Andrea through the infamous UFO sex cult: Raëlism! What's weirder than a UFO sex cult? Probably their leader/prophet/author/pop star/sports journalist/race car driver. I know, it's a lot to unpack. Tune in and learn how to open your mind to previously unknown sexy things (like the color green, for example)!

    Ep. 57 FF7 House: Never Go Anywhere Sep 17, 2018

    This week Mando makes a strong case for never going anywhere or doing anything. Join Paige, Mando, and Andrea as we cover the Final Fantasy 7 House! In one of the weirdest (and possibly smelliest) cases the group has ever come accross we find out why it's best to trust no one and do nothing!

    Ep. 56 John Noyes: The First Fuckboy Sep 09, 2018

    This week Paige takes Mando and Andrea back in time to cover the Oneida Community and their leader John Humphrey Noyes, who is quite possibly the world's first fuckboy. This episode is full of sex, jokes, and tupperware. So, we only have one question for you (which is ironically the fuckboy anthem): "U up?"

    Also, have a second? Fill out this survey! https://goo.gl/forms/JRio5lfigk4uKNFO2

    Ep. 55 Crips Pt. 2: Return of the Mac Thomas Sep 03, 2018

    This week Paige, Mando, and Andrea return to the gritty streets of Los Angeles to cover the arch-rivals of the Crips: The Bloods! Join us as we clear up the muddy history of this teenage angst. There's everything you could ask for: drama, nicknames, bagged milk! Now jump in to us talking about people being jumped in!

    Also, have a second? Fill out this survey! https://goo.gl/forms/JRio5lfigk4uKNFO2

    Ep. 54 Half Man, Half S'mores Aug 27, 2018

    This week Paige, Mando, and Andrea are joined by friend of the show Dan Marse-Kapr to cover an interesting group of weirdos who use a radio show to spread their dumb beliefs. Hey, that sounds kinda familar, huh? It's almost like WE'RE A CULT! Crips Pt. 2: The Bloods will resume as scheduled next week. Also, have a second? Fill out this survey! https://goo.gl/forms/JRio5lfigk4uKNFO2

    Ep. 53 Something Borrowed, Everything Blue Aug 20, 2018

    This week Paige, Mando, and Andrea dive into a "cult-like-group" that originated in Southern California. Specifically the west part of Southern California. SPECIFICALLY the South Central part of the west part of Southern California. Strap in and stay strapped, this one gets intense!

    Ep. 52 Lunar Knowledge and the Restaurant Business Aug 13, 2018

    This week we cover a Cult whose leader visited the inside of the sun to learn lessons about Entrepreneurialismness.

    Cult News: Choke-o Asahara Aug 06, 2018

    It's a slightly different episode this week where we review recent Cult News, explain why we're so tired, and reveal that Armando is the real DJ Khaled.

    Ep. 51 Totally Stabbed a Guy Jul 30, 2018

    Today we tackle an Afro-Muslim UFO Cult Commune complete with Pyramids, fun hats, and pretty good old school rap music.

    Ep. 50 Put the Money in the Bag Jul 23, 2018

    This week Armando explores the ARA/Midwest Bank Robbers and their ties to the Alt-Right and Elohim City.

    Ep. 49 A Quiver Full of Rotisserie Chickens Jul 16, 2018

    Get ready to out-breed the unbelievers on this episode as we examine what happens when a religious movement gets fruitful and multiplies.

    Ep. 48 The Happiest Man and the Best Dancer Jul 09, 2018

    This week Armando takes us through the Cargo Cults of Vanuatu.

    Ep. 47 A Land Down Under Jul 02, 2018

    Paige dives into the dark underbelly of a Christian Commune in New Zealand!

    Ep. 46 My Father Was a Fish Jun 25, 2018

    This week the gang dives deep into American cult The Brethren aka Brothers and Sisters aka the Jim Roberts Group aka the Garbage Eaters aka a bunch of shit. Shouts out to Weezy F Baby.

    Bonus Episode: Historical Hotties Jun 25, 2018

    We answer more questions from the Facebook group, discuss cheese, and come up with the best Instagram Account idea ever. @historicalhottie

    Ep. 45 Paint it Black Jun 18, 2018

    This week we dive into Laveyan Satanism and the early days of The Church of Satan.

    Ep. 44 Bad Accents and Prog Rock Jun 11, 2018

    This week Mando does a deep dive into the True Russian Orthodox Church!

    Bonus Episode: Mailbag and National Cheese Day Jun 05, 2018

    We read and answer your questions from Social Media, while enjoying our favorite kinds of Dairy.

    Ep. 43 Too Many Y's Jun 04, 2018

    Today we cover a Texan Judeo-Christian Cult with a penchant for Buffalo and Re-naming.

    Ep. 42 Heavenly Nectars May 29, 2018

    A pyramid/winery in Utah that practices ritual mummification? Yeah, apparently that's a a thing.

    Bonus Episode: Soup Madness May 28, 2018

    Bonus Episode featuring a guest appearance by Paige's sister Erin! Mando recaps his trip to Portland and subsequent illness. New Episode tomorrow! Happy Holiday Weekend!

    Ep. 41 Two Holes Filled With Ziti May 21, 2018

    This week Mando dives into a cult that believes when you're overweight it's just because you're not hungry enough for The Lord.

    Ep. 40 Happy Mother's Day at the Fidouchebag Dojo May 15, 2018

    Paige's parents join us for a look at a local martial arts school that may be more than it seems.

    Ep. 39 Branding May 08, 2018

    Today we dive headfirst into NXIVM and the secret inner sorority DOS.

    Bonus Episode: Skinless Madness May 07, 2018

    MARIE IS BACK... for an episode. We open mail from fans and a Cult Leader. Marie tells us about her childhood adventures as an Animorph.

    Ep. 38 "City of God" Apr 30, 2018

    This week we cover an insular community in Oklahoma which serves as a stop on the Alt-right Railroad.

    Ep. 37 The Cult of Patriotism Pt. 2 Apr 23, 2018

    This week we conclude our look at The Bundy Standoff with a bag of dicks... and also some dildos.

    Ep. 36 The Cult of Patriotism Pt. 1 Apr 16, 2018

    It's Mando's week! We kick off the first of two episodes on sovereign militias and the standoffs they claim were ordained by God.

    Ep. 35 Bro Wolves of the SS Apr 09, 2018

    Continuing our look at Western European Paganism, we take a look at the Thule Society and a modern day Wolf Cult.

    Ep. 34 Beware the Harvest Apr 02, 2018

    We dive into an Anglo-Saxon Pagan cult in the Scottish Isles!

    Ep. 33 Order of the Order of the Order Mar 26, 2018

    This week we go into the complicated historical beginnings of The Order of the Solar Temple and how a collection of greedy nerds quickly cost many members their lives.

    Ep. 32 A Tale of Two Carls: Pimps at Large Mar 19, 2018

    Marie takes us on a rollercoaster of hilarious names and intrigue as we talk about the Fall River Cult Murders!

    Ep. 31 The Basement of The Alamo Mar 12, 2018

    This week we dive into the dazzling world of the Alamo Christian Foundation!

    Ep. 30 This one is Rough Mar 05, 2018

    Marie takes us through the Anthill Kids, and now we're stuck with the knowledge forever.

    Cult Following: Minisode 9 - Married? Mar 04, 2018

    A quick Minisode before the full episode Monday!

    Ep. 29 Aum Shinrikyo Part 3: Extreme DIY Feb 26, 2018

    We're joined by Robert Timothy of The Science Faction Podcast/The Degenerate Podcast to talk about Aum Shinrikyo's penchant for weapons and Harumageddon.

    Sources:

    Destroying the World to Save It: Aum Shinrikyo, Apocalyptic Violence, and the New Global Terrorism.

    The Cult at the End of the World: The Terrifying Story of the Aum Doomsday Cult, from the Subways of Tokyo to the Nuclear Arsenals of Russia Holy Terror: Armageddon in Tokyo

    Underground: The Tokyo Gas Attack and the Japanese Psyche by Haruki Murakami

    Ep. 28 Aum Shinrikyo Part 2: Murder, LSD, and Anime Feb 19, 2018

    Join us for our second installment of our series on Aum Shinrikyo, as we follow the cult as it grows and shit starts to get weird:

    Here are some videos that we reference during this episode! Aum Shinrikyo Anime: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf_6GKvyg58 Aum Shinrikyo Dance Team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf_6GKvyg58
    Ep. 27 Aum Shinrikyo Part 1: Blind Accupuncturist, Tax Exemptions, and KFC Feb 12, 2018

    It's finally here! Part 1 of our Aum Shinrikyo series! Listen in as we talk about how one blind accupuncturist slowly built a cult army.

    Ep. 26 Everything in this Episode is Gross Feb 06, 2018

    Please excuse some of the minor technical difficulties. We're still working out our webcam system. Marie talks us through the Turpin family!

    Ep. 25 Weekend at Takahashi's Jan 29, 2018

    Today Marie dives deep into the Life Space cult. Horrifying Cult or plot of a zany 80's movie? You decide.

    Ep. 24 Call Cosmo Jan 21, 2018

    In which, we do a deep dive into LSD, get in on the ground floor of a local Hollywood cult, and express our undying affection for Wheat Thins.

    Cult Following: Minisode 8 - Cult News and More! Jan 19, 2018

    Hey guys we've got some Cult News on this week's Minisode, along with a recap of our trip to Yellow Deli and Mando tells us all about his new shelves.

    Ep. 23 Bubbakoo Sauce Jan 16, 2018

    This week Marie tackles the Art Project/Church of Euthanasia, we talk about why their slogans might make good shirts, times when they took things too far, and a solid BBQ sauce recipe.

    Cult Following: Minisode 7 - Prayers for Rambo Jan 08, 2018

    Hey Guys, there's gonna be a little bit of a delay this week as Marie is tending to the health of her dog Rambo, but sit tight and we should have a Regular episode up for you guys a little later in the week.

    Ep. 22 Sex, Magick, and Explosions Jan 01, 2018

    Today we lay some Sex Magick groundwork with a largely historical episode on the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, The Ordo Templi Orientis, and Thelema. Paige highlights the broad strokes of the organizations along with bios of some historically significant members.

    Cult Following: Minisode 6 - Fire Mininess Dec 29, 2017

    In today's minisode, we learn that Mando is totally prepared to kill people with household objects and Marie has possibly carjacked before... New Regular Episode on Monday!

    Bonus Episode: Krampus Dec 25, 2017

    Merry Christmas!!! Thank you so much for listening to the show! Our gift to you is this shorter episode on the mythical Krampus! Enjoy, Happy Holidays, and don't drink the eggnog!

    Ep. 21 Chop Veggies Not Necks Pt. 2 Dec 18, 2017

    Marie takes us through the darker side of the Source Family!

    Bonus Episode: Fire Madness Dec 11, 2017

    Paige, Marie, and Mando try to record part two of The Source, but... they've been trapped inside all week because of the fires, so it's basically just a bunch of stories about random stuff.

    The actual Part 2 of The Source, minus the random stories, will be released later this week.

    Ep. 20 Robes and Rolls Royces Dec 04, 2017

    Today we cover Yahweh Ben Yahweh and the Nation of Yahweh. Tune in for fancy robes, fancy cars, and not so fancy murders!

    Ep. 19 Chop Veggies Not Necks Pt.1 Nov 27, 2017

    Marie dives into The Source Family!!! We talk about how many Judo Chops it takes to kill a man, and learn why everyone's last name is Aquarian!

    Again, thank you for sticking with us through some of the recent content difficulties, we're happy to be bringing you regular episodes again!

    Cult Following: Minisode 5 Nov 20, 2017

    Cult News and updates about Synanon and the death of Charles Manson. Join us, won't you?

    Ep. 16 Ray-Bans and Speedos Nov 06, 2017

    What do you get when you combine Plastic Surgery, Fruit Salads, and "The Knowing?" Buddhafield of course! Marie takes us through the beauty-obsessed cult and we decide if this is one we'd actually join.

    Ep. 15 A Drunk with Ideas Oct 30, 2017

    Today Paige takes us through SYNANON!!! Here are some links to the videos and articles mentioned in the episode and we'll be posting some corrosponding photos later in the day on our Instagram!

    Synanon Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MytNvs3qJos

    Full THX1138 Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hLXOVCZr-8

    Chicago Now- "My Year in a Cult." http://www.chicagonow.com/im-not-ok-cupid/2017/10/part-iii-of-rock-bottom-my-year-in-a-cult/

    School Supplies: https://www.sea-doo.com/watercraft/rec-lite/sea-doo-spark-trixx.html

    Cult Following: Minisode 4 Oct 29, 2017

    Sorry we're getting this Minisode in so close to the wire! But it's full of Cult News and some info for our next regular episode! Enjoy!

    Ep. 14 Space Jesus Oct 23, 2017

    Marie takes introduces us to the Galactic Federation with the Universe People! The video audio comes from "The Galactic Federation: Everything You Need to Know in 2017" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoWJryTE9j8&t=333s

    Keep your eyes peeled for some of the photos on Instagram and Facebook!

    Ep. 13 Horse and Buggy Oct 16, 2017

    Paige and Marie stick their toes into the world of The Amish as they cover both the Lee Kaplan/Stoltzfus Family Cult as well as the Samuel Mullet Beard Attacks!

    Also, we promise to give @mandodoesstuff his own mic soon :)

    Cult Following: Minisode 3 Oct 13, 2017

    It's our 3rd MINISODE! We have Cult News, a listener cult story, and AMAZING sound thanks to our new Sound Engineer, Armando! Check him out on Instagram @mandodoesstuff

    Ep. 12 Murder by Proxy Oct 09, 2017

    Marie takes us through the world of Slenderman, and the MULTIPLE crimes attributed to believers of the Creepy Pasta figure.

    Ep. 11 God Hates Signs Oct 02, 2017

    This week Paige dives into the Westboro Baptist Church!

    A few notes on this episode:

    Megan Phelps-Roper's Ted Talk

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVV2Zk88beY

    And Paige misquoted Jeremiah 29:11 as Jeremiah 28:11, so if you want to do some additional study... it's just one chapter later.

    Cult Following: Minisode 2 Sep 29, 2017

    On this Minisode, the girls test out their new audio equipment (We're still getting the hang of it) and read a Cult Story from a listener!!!

    Ep.10 Astral Thought Cocoon Sep 25, 2017

    This week Marie tackles the Cult that tried to recruit her! THE AVATAR COURSE!!!

    Ep. 9 Bump & Grind Sep 18, 2017

    This week the girls do a deep dive into the R. Kelly's Alleged Sex Cult.

    Ep. 8 Karate Demons Sep 11, 2017

    On this week's episode, Marie tackles the Aggressive Christianity Missionary Training Corps. or Aggressive Christianity, for short.

    To read about Maura's experience, head on over to her website at: http://mauraschmierer.com/

    Cult Following: Minisode 1 Sep 08, 2017

    The girls discuss additional facts from previous episodes, recent Cult news stories, and rollerblading...

    For hurricane donations please visit www.americares.org

    Ep. 7 Racist Sandwiches Sep 04, 2017

    Sorry for the rough audio this week, we were under a bit of a time crunch and the sound ended up a little echo-y. The good news is, this week our cult is the Twelve Tribes and their chain of Sandwich-Based outreach programs! Join us, won't you?

    Ep. 6 Hair Dye and Acid Aug 27, 2017

    An Australian Doomsday cult takes "Twinning" to a whole new level.

    Ep. 5 Mystic Warrior Aug 27, 2017

    What happens when you mix Conservative Values with Kung Fu Movies? The Science of Identity Fellowship.

    Videos Referenced in this Episode:

    Karma Kula: Mystic Warrior https://vimeo.com/172742118

    Wai Lana Alive Forever https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CE1DHXhT2Q

    Tulsi Gabbard's Janmashtami Message 2015 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmiJ8DZaPNI&t=176s

    Ep. 4 So Much Poison Aug 27, 2017

    Hop into your Rolls Royce, this episode delves deep into the Rajneesh Cult and their failed Oregon Commune.

    Ep. 3 The Cauldron Aug 27, 2017

    The girls explore a cult behind a series of grisly murders in the 1980's borderlands. The content of this episode may be disturbing for some listners.

    Ep. 2 All The Yogurt Aug 27, 2017

    Marie guides us through the world of Little Pebble, a Japanese cult that has some curious sexual habits.

    Ep. 1 Green Diamonds Aug 27, 2017

    Paige and Marie take a deep dive into the world of Sathya Sai Baba, his alleged miracles, and the controversies surrounding his ashrams and schools.

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