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Podcast: Tales From Aztlantis
Episode: Premium Episode 2: Cesar Chavez & the Cult of Synanon (Sample)
Description: Cesar Chavez & the Cult of Synanon (sample)Synanon was a drug rehabilitation program that morphed into a violent cult (and tax exempt church!) in the 1970s. Much of the violence by Synanon had been carried out by a group within Synanon called the "Imperial Marines". Over 80 violent acts were committed, including mass beatings that hospitalized teenagers and ranchers who were beaten in front of their families. So, what does the Synanon cult have to do with noted union organizer Cesar Chavez? Find out in this week's premium episode!Your Hosts:<...