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May 26
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Opus Dei: The Cult of Dark Money, Human ...

James Altucher
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James talks with investigative journalist Gareth Gore about Opus Dei, the secretive Catholic organization behind his book Opus. Gareth explains how a bank collapse led him to allegations of dark money, political influence, recruitment, abuse, and a private meeting with Pope Leo. 
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