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Feb 2025
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The Cult That Tried to Take over and Ame...

Gabriella Rozefort and Brenna Hatter
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In a nearly unbelievable chapter of Oregon history, a guru from India gathered 2,000 followers to live on a remote eastern Oregon ranch. The dream collapsed decades ago amid attempted murders, criminal charges and deportations. Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choic ... Show More
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