Gnomes Griffin, a super producer and roller derby enthusiast from Atlanta, dives deep into the dark evolution of the Aum Shinrikyo cult. The discussion unpacks cult leader Shoko Asahara's chilling transformation from spiritual guide to orchestrator of terror, culminating in the infamous Tokyo sarin gas attack. Listeners will learn about the psychological manipulation tactics used on followers, the cult's apocalyptic ideologies, and the unsettling aftermath of their violent rise, prompting a reflection on the dangers of radical beliefs and intended utopias.
