Episodes

  • Spiritual Warriors | 1

    Spiritual Warriors | 1
    Jul 1 2020
    Ginny and her daughter Kirby attend an event featuring self-help superstar James Arthur Ray. Ginny has some concerns about him, but Kirby is drawn in. She spends her life savings to travel for a week-long event in the desert. But when things turn deadly, Ginny is left to figure out what went wrong.
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    34 mins
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  • Black Bags | 2

    Black Bags | 2
    Jul 1 2020
    Eight rounds. Scalding fire rocks. Oppressive heat. What happened to Kirby and the other participants at “Spiritual Warrior”?
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    33 mins
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  • James’ Good Story | 3

    James’ Good Story | 3
    Jul 3 2020
    When Detective Ross Diskin first arrives in Angel Valley in Sedona, he wonders if what he’s seeing is the result of a mass suicide . Now, his search for answers will take him from Angel Valley into James’ history. And it will lead him back to one particularly famous talk show host.
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    37 mins
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  • The Business of Redemption | 6

    The Business of Redemption | 6
    Jul 22 2020
    Ginny gets an unwelcome interruption before Thanksgiving. And a fan of James Ray’s faces a stark choice.
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  • Seeking Safe Self-Help | 7

    Seeking Safe Self-Help | 7
    Jul 29 2020
    Matt Stroud, Ginny Brown and Laura Tucker sit down with Laura Beil, host of Dr. Death and Bad Batch, for a live Q&A at the GURU virtual listening premiere.
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  • Cult Buster | 8

    Cult Buster | 8
    Aug 5 2020
    Matt Stroud speaks with cult expert Rick Ross about his controversial “cult busting” career and how it led to his involvement in the James Arthur Ray case.
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  • Introducing Guru: Don't Cross Kat

    Introducing Guru: Don't Cross Kat
    Mar 17 2025
    When her best friend goes missing, Paty launches an internet campaign to find her. The trail leads to a glamorous influencer, who is hiding a dark secret. Based on the hit Brazilian podcast, journalist Chico Felitti uncovers a gripping story of influence, control, and those who dare to fight back..
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  • Searching for Desirrê | 2

    Searching for Desirrê | 2
    Mar 31 2025
    As Paty’s search gathers pace, she makes a disturbing discovery, while Kat’s behavior becomes even more unpredictable. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, here are some resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988. The National Alliance on Mental Illness is available at 1-800-950-6264.
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