Phil Spector: The Wall of Sound, The Beatles, and The Murder of Lana Clarkson
In this episode, we dive into the rise and fall of Phil Spector, the "First Tycoon of Teen" who revolutionized pop music before descending into infamy. We explore how Spector created his legendary "Wa...
6 Feb 31min
Slash: The Top Hat, The Les Paul, and the Road to Paradise City
In this episode of pplpod, we plug in the amps to explore the life of Saul Hudson, better known to the world as Slash. We trace his journey from a childhood in London and Stoke-on-Trent to the streets...
6 Feb 27min
The Gypsy-Rose Blanchard Saga: From Medical Deception to Life After Prison
In this episode of pplpod, we break down the sensational and complex case of Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, who captured global attention following her release from prison on December 28, 2023. We explore the ...
6 Feb 24min
The UFO Two: Bonnie Nettles, Marshall Applewhite, and the Road to Heaven’s Gate
In this episode of pplpod, we examine the strange and tragic odyssey of Bonnie Nettles and Marshall Applewhite, the pair known as "Ti" and "Do" who founded the UFO religion Heaven’s Gate. We trace the...
6 Feb 33min
Inside NXIVM: The Rise and Fall of Keith Raniere’s "Sex Cult"
In this episode of pplpod, we investigate the disturbing rise and collapse of NXIVM, the Albany-based "self-help" organization that operated as a criminal racketeering enterprise and sex cult,. We pro...
6 Feb 34min
L. Ron Hubbard: From Pulp Fiction to the Sea Org
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the chaotic life of L. Ron Hubbard, the prolific science fiction author who transformed a self-help system into the Church of Scientology. We trace his journey ...
6 Feb 33min
Leah Remini: From Sitcom Royalty to Scientology Whistleblower
In this episode of pplpod, we explore the dramatic life and career of actress Leah Remini. Best known for her iconic role as Carrie Heffernan on the long-running CBS sitcom The King of Queens, Remini ...
6 Feb 30min
Scientology: Dianetics, Xenu, and the Bridge to Total Freedom
In this episode, we dive into the history and controversy surrounding Scientology, the movement founded by science fiction author L. Ron Hubbard in the 1950s,. We explore how Hubbard reframed his "Dia...
6 Feb 39min
