S02E9.Unraveling the Mysteries of Aum Shinrikyo: A Japanese Cult's Dark Past

Delve into the shadowy world of Japan's doomsday cult, Aum Shinrikyo, led by the enigmatic Shoko Asahara. Discover how this group blended religions and amassed wealth until the infamous 1995 Tokyo subway sarin gas attack sparked global outrage and a crackdown by Japanese authorities. Learn about the cult's transformation into Aleph and its continued surveillance. Meanwhile, travel to a small Mexican town where Ramon, a cemetery caretaker, encounters a benevolent ghost who offers help in times of need. Explore the tale of how faith and the spiritual world intertwine in the daily lives of those in Matamoros, a place where the boundaries between life and death blur.