Join Steph and Drew as they discuss the Heaven's Gate Cult, which was founded in 1974 and led by Marshall Applewhite (Do) and Bonnie Nettles (Ti). What drove this religious group to commit mass suicide in March of 1997? We will explore their belief system and try to understand why the Hale-Bopp comet played a role in their demise.
Cocktail recipe - The Mystic Charmer: https://brothersbondbourbon.com/recipes/mystic-charmer/
Please note: This episode discusses suicide. If you are struggling, please call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 any time of day. The Lifeline provides free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
