Ash Kelley
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Podcast Appearances
That was when I was like, whoa, Mr. Matthews.
We've talked about, I think every time we talk about a cult, we're like, Mr. Matthews.
And I hope Mr. Matthews showed up on the spot and was like, the spaceship didn't come and you're coming with us, baby.
No, we're going to feed you dinner tonight.
So in addition to the mass exodus of people who I definitely know lived a happier life.
Things took a turn for the worse when the press got involved and started accusing the two leaders of brainwashing.
At a time when concerns about the danger of cults was beginning to spread around the US, nothing could have been more harmful to their movement.
So in response, Bonnie Nettles announced in 1976 that the group would no longer hold public meetings.
And instead, they shifted their focus to giving private lectures.