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The Cult of Nxivm
01:15 - 04:11 (02:56)
Keith Raniere, the leader of the Nxivm cult, attracted thousands of followers, including famous people such as the heirs to the Seagram's vodka empire. However, the number of people in the cult was relatively small compared to the havoc it wreaked.
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In 2003, more than 3,700 people, including famous individuals such as the co-founder of BET and the children of two Mexican presidents, had enrolled in Keith's seminars.
01:15 - 02:47 (01:32)
Summary
In 2003, more than 3,700 people, including famous individuals such as the co-founder of BET and the children of two Mexican presidents, had enrolled in Keith's seminars. However, the timing of Enron CEO's attendance was not ideal.
ChapterThe Cult of Nxivm
EpisodePart Two: The Child Molester Whose Sex Cult Taught Women Friendship
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Summary
The NXIVM cult was a money-making scheme led by Keith Raniere. While some members were fully immersed in the cult, most treated it as a professional development opportunity.
ChapterThe Cult of Nxivm
EpisodePart Two: The Child Molester Whose Sex Cult Taught Women Friendship
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The self-help industry can often be misleading, overpriced and even harmful.
03:30 - 04:11 (00:41)
Summary
The self-help industry can often be misleading, overpriced and even harmful. People are increasingly seeking the help of self-proclaimed gurus who dispense life advice, without the proper licensure or a sound basis.