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Well, I Laughed
25: Influential Secrets pt.1: A Whisper in the Woods
Nov 1, 2023
A not-so-secret society with too much power and money is exposed in the woods north of San Francisco. Discussions revolve around dinner party invites, changing tones, and TikTok pre-pre parties. The hosts also explore witnessing a creepy ceremony in the Redwood Forest and the exclusive two-week long camp organized by the Bohemian Club. They touch on wealth in Aspen, McDonald's calories, and the history of the Druid Jinx. The podcast delves into the secretive world of the Bohemian Club, discussing exclusivity, controversies, and destructive logging practices.
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- The Bohemian Club is a private and exclusive organization consisting mostly of wealthy businessmen, with a history that includes notable members such as Richard Nixon and Reagan.
- The annual gathering of the Bohemian Club includes a mysterious ceremony called the Cremation of Care, where an effigy representing worldly concerns is burnt, attracting curiosity and criticism.
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The Bohemian Club: A Secretive Gathering of Wealthy and Influential Men
The Bohemian Club, founded in the 19th century, is a private and exclusive club based in California. It originated as a group of artists and intellectuals but now consists mostly of wealthy businessmen. The club meets annually for a two-week summer camp in a secluded grove in the Redwood Forest. The main attraction is the Cremation of Care ceremony, where an effigy representing worldly concerns is burnt. The club's history includes notable members such as Richard Nixon and Reagan, and it has been a subject of curiosity and speculation due to its secretiveness and elite membership.
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