Modern Wisdom #355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
Aug 7, 2021
Andrew Gold, a documentary maker and podcaster known for tackling taboo subjects, shares his thrilling adventures in Argentina, where he investigates a priest battling demons and vampires. He discusses the challenges of working undercover in diverse settings, like Amazon warehouses, shedding light on harsh employment realities. Gold also reflects on the complexities of belief and healing, delves into sensitive topics like pedophilia, and examines media ethics, all while highlighting the intersections of culture, politics, and personal narratives.
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Mental Health and Exorcism
- The exorcist's followers, mostly young women, sought supernatural solutions for mental health problems like schizophrenia.
- Doctors confirmed that patients often checked themselves out of psychiatric wards to seek exorcisms.
Confrontation with the Exorcist
- Andrew became suspicious of the exorcist's relationship with his assistant, Paula, a former patient with schizophrenia.
- After a journalist falsely claimed Andrew questioned their relationship, the exorcist angrily confronted him.
BBC Documentary and Aftermath
- Andrew and David's documentary about the exorcist was eventually picked up by the BBC after two years of persistent pitching.
- Despite the film's success and awards, Andrew faced difficulty securing further work with the BBC.