Heaven's Gate: The Beginning, Part One
Join us as we delve into the fascinating and chilling story of Heaven's Gate, the UFO cult. In Part One of this two-part episode, we explore the early days of this enigmatic group, led by Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles, whose blend of Christian apocalypticism, UFO beliefs, and strict communal life captivated followers and led to one of the most infamous cult stories in modern history. We discuss how ordinary people were drawn into a movement that promised salvation among the stars and ultimately ended in tragedy. Trigger warning: this episode discusses themes of suicide.Edited by Max Holecheck
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Join us as we delve into the fascinating and chilling story of Heaven's Gate, the UFO cult. In Part One of this two-part episode, we explore the early days of this enigmatic group, led by Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles, whose blend of Christian apocalypticism, UFO beliefs, and strict communal life captivated followers and led to one of the most infamous cult stories in modern history. We discuss how ordinary people were drawn into a movement that promised salvation among the stars and ul...