Heaven's Gate Part 3

AUG 12, 202413 MIN
How Did We Get Here?

Heaven's Gate Part 3

AUG 12, 202413 MIN

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<p>Summary</p> <p><br></p> <p>This episode of How Did We Get Here explores the topic of cults, specifically focusing on the members of Heaven&#39;s Gate. The host discusses the types of people who join cults, including those who are well-educated, have time and money, and lack a solid religious background. The episode highlights some notable members of Heaven&#39;s Gate, such as Steven McCarter, Gail Mader, and Sawyer. It delves into the intense decision to join the cult and the complete upheaval of members&#39; lives. The episode also explores the regimented lifestyle, celibacy, and self-renunciation practiced by the members. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Keywords</p> <p><br></p> <p>cults, Heaven&#39;s Gate, members, types of people, well-educated, time, money, religious background, Sawyer, decision to join, upheaval, lifestyle, celibacy, self-renunciation, suicide, finding yourself, finding god, true crime</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>