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Cults You've Never Heard Of, Part II: Rise of the Zizians

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

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Defining Cults: Perspectives and Paradoxes

This chapter explores the evolving definition of cults and how perceptions of these groups can vary widely based on cultural and historical contexts. Through humor and historical anecdotes, the speakers unpack the complexities surrounding esoteric beliefs, illustrated by the unique case of August Engelhardt and his coconut-centric religion.

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