Heaven's Gate

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SERIES

In 1997, thirty-nine people took their own lives in an apparent mass suicide. The events captivated the media and had people across the planet asking the same question... ‘Why?’ 20 years later, those who lost loved ones and those who still believe - tell their story. Hosted by Glynn Washington of Snap Judgment. "Heaven's Gate: The Cult of Cults," is now a four-part docuseries inspired by this podcast, streaming on HBO Max.

SEASON 1 TRAILER

Coming soon… Heaven’s Gate

Here’s a first glimpse through Heaven’s Gate - into the group’s decades-long history, as told by family, followers, experts, and the leaders themselves. Whatever you think you know - prepare to be surprised. Subscribe now and hear the first episode on October 18th. More info at www.heavensgate.show.

3 min
10/18/2017

1: The Seekers

The Heaven's Gate faithful weren't freaks or space cadets. They were regular people, hungry for something more. They were Seekers.

36 min
10/25/2017

2: The Two

It's one thing to join a group your mom would call a cult. It's another thing when your mom starts one.

40 min
11/01/2017

3: The Mothers

While The Two are recruiting new members into their nomadic lifestyle, one woman is trying desperately to make contact.

45 min
11/08/2017

4: The Host

Host Glynn Washington shares more from his personal story of growing up in a cult.

38 min
11/15/2017

5: The Tape

After a sudden death in the group, Do sends a private, awkward, illuminating, confusing tape to Terrie Nettles.

40 min
11/29/2017

6: The Choice

Frank and Erika, a couple in love, join a celibate group. Years later, Do poses a fateful question.

41 min
12/06/2017

7: The Programming

Gail Maeder was smart, fun and happy, before she joined Heaven’s Gate. What got into her head?

45 min
12/13/2017

8: The Unknowns

This week - the “what if” questions surrounding Heaven’s Gate. Plus, your stories.

51 min
12/20/2017

9: The Comet

Heaven’s Gate members get the sign they’ve been waiting for.

48 min
12/27/2017

10: The Class

39 people exit their vehicles, and stun the world. Families, classmates and the rest of us grapple with what comes after.

53 min

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TRAILER

Coming soon… Heaven’s Gate

Here’s a first glimpse through Heaven’s Gate - into the group’s decades-long history, as told by family, followers, experts, and the leaders themselves. Whatever you think you know - prepare to be surprised. Subscribe now and hear the first episode on October 18th. More info at www.heavensgate.show.

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Glynn Washington

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4,611 Ratings

Very Interesting

Mar 14

Yorkish

I really enjoyed this podcast. The host was spectacular. His voice and emotion lent much to the story. I remember the Hale-Bopp Comet, and how beautiful it was. Too bad that a cult used its appearance as a catalyst for a very selfish act.
Glynn Washington

Jan 3

No ads. Real money

Love this guy from Snap Judgement. He is a great speaker and really pulls you into this story
Beautifully humanising

10/20/2024

Phil Byers

This podcast does a wonderful job of humanising the deceased members, the families of those who perished, and the members who still remain. It gives you a better understanding of their beliefs and shows a beautiful kindness that seems to have existed in the group. If you’re looking for salacious - you won’t get it here. If you want to understand different perspectives and feel the humanness of this story and the group members then you will love it.
This is in response to the review that mentions Jones Town

07/01/2024

Twin Cam Akiko

Jones Town wasn’t suicide. Jones Town was homicide. They were forced to drink the poison, and those who didn’t were killed. No one was forced to do anything in Heaven’s Gate.

In 1997, thirty-nine people took their own lives in an apparent mass suicide. The events captivated the media and had people across the planet asking the same question... ‘Why?’ 20 years later, those who lost loved ones and those who still believe - tell their story. Hosted by Glynn Washington of Snap Judgment. "Heaven's Gate: The Cult of Cults," is now a four-part docuseries inspired by this podcast, streaming on HBO Max.