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Inside the Espionage Operation to Bring Down Nxivm
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48:24 - 52:51 (04:27)

The article delves into the cult-like organization, Nxivm, that began as a self-help group before its leader, Keith Raniere, was convicted of sex trafficking and other crimes. The story tells of the journalist's undercover operation and includes quotes from sections of the ESP training manuals and guidelines, including Keith Ranieri's explanation of how to shake hands.

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The hosts express their dislike towards Cool Ranch Doritos and urge the company to not advertise on their podcast.
48:24 - 49:10 (00:46)
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Snack Food
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The hosts express their dislike towards Cool Ranch Doritos and urge the company to not advertise on their podcast. However, they jokingly invite the company to potentially become their first sponsor.

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Inside the Espionage Operation to Bring Down Nxivm
Episode
Part One: The Child Molester Whose Sex Cult Taught Women Friendship
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Behind the Bastards
The mission statement of NXIVM, a company focused on executive success programs, is a trade secret and can only be revealed through payment for the class and signing a confidentiality agreement.
49:11 - 51:05 (01:54)
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NXIVM
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The mission statement of NXIVM, a company focused on executive success programs, is a trade secret and can only be revealed through payment for the class and signing a confidentiality agreement. The basis for the training is a 12-point copyrighted mission statement and its actual content remains unknown to outsiders.

Chapter
Inside the Espionage Operation to Bring Down Nxivm
Episode
Part One: The Child Molester Whose Sex Cult Taught Women Friendship
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
This podcast discusses the bizarre world of the Nexium cult where members were made to follow strange rules, including performing a perfect handshake and referring to Keith Ranieri as Vanguard.
51:05 - 52:51 (01:46)
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Nexium cult
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This podcast discusses the bizarre world of the Nexium cult where members were made to follow strange rules, including performing a perfect handshake and referring to Keith Ranieri as Vanguard. The episode details the discovery of several internal Nexium training documents that were leaked to the public by a disgruntled member, including Keith Ranieri's explanation of how to perform the perfect handshake.

Chapter
Inside the Espionage Operation to Bring Down Nxivm
Episode
Part One: The Child Molester Whose Sex Cult Taught Women Friendship
Podcast
Behind the Bastards