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Sex, Power, and Spirituality in a Cult Leader's Guidebook
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20:10 - 27:49 (07:38)

A cult leader used sex as a tool for control and domination over his followers, as well as a means of spiritual practice. Despite his efforts, he was never able to attract more than a handful of devotees at a time.

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Doug Stanhope talks about embracing sin and the importance of keeping old friends, despite their flaws.
20:10 - 22:47 (02:36)
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Embracing Sin
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Doug Stanhope talks about embracing sin and the importance of keeping old friends, despite their flaws.

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Sex, Power, and Spirituality in a Cult Leader's Guidebook
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Aleister Crowley: Blowhard Narcissist?
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Despite his controversial and bizarre beliefs, Aleister Crowley made significant contributions to the world of occultism and mysticism.
22:47 - 24:18 (01:30)
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Aleister Crowley
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Despite his controversial and bizarre beliefs, Aleister Crowley made significant contributions to the world of occultism and mysticism. He died without wealth but dedicated his life to performing magical rituals until the end.

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Sex, Power, and Spirituality in a Cult Leader's Guidebook
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Aleister Crowley: Blowhard Narcissist?
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Stuff You Should Know
The use of sex and sexual degradation is a common practice among certain occult groups as it helps establish power and dominance over others.
24:18 - 27:49 (03:31)
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Occultism
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The use of sex and sexual degradation is a common practice among certain occult groups as it helps establish power and dominance over others.

Chapter
Sex, Power, and Spirituality in a Cult Leader's Guidebook
Episode
Aleister Crowley: Blowhard Narcissist?
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know