What It Was Like

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What It Was Like

Conversations with people who have lived through extreme events. Some stories are dark and twisted, others are light and funny. In all cases, we get an intimate portrait of 'what it was like' to be there. Hosted by Julian Morgans A Superreal Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. My Husband's Client Stalked Us for Years

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    My Husband's Client Stalked Us for Years

    Sandra Miller wasn't overly concerned when her therapist partner's client admitted to eavesdropping outside their window. Until this client started calling the house, relentlessly. In this episode, we dive into a real life version of 'Fatal Attraction' to learn what happens when a stalker invades a relationship.\ Check out Sandra's USA TODAY best-selling book Wednesdays at One. It's a great read. Find us on TikTok Find us on Youtube Follow us on Instagram A Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  2. How I Got Revenge for My Parking Fines

    12 DIC

    How I Got Revenge for My Parking Fines

    Julian Morgans, host of What it Was Like, gets parking fines all the time. In his own words "I could wallpaper my house with them." But instead of doing that, he's embarked on a scheme to get revenge, while learning a few things about the inner workings of the parking industry along the way. Find us on TikTok Find us on Youtube Follow us on Instagram A Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min
  3. What I Learned After 27 Years Investigating Violence Against Women

    5 DIC

    What I Learned After 27 Years Investigating Violence Against Women

    Narelle Fraser spent much of her career in Victoria's Rape and Homicide squads, placing her at the coalface of the epidemic of violence against women. In this episode, she walks us through the murder of Melbourne-mother Maria Korp, as a way to explore the mindset of men who perpetrate such violence. Keep up to date with Narelle and find links to her podcast here Find us on TikTok Find us on Youtube Follow us on Instagram A Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 4 min
  4. The Swiss Cult That Ended With 5 Mass Suicides (Part 2)

    29 NOV

    The Swiss Cult That Ended With 5 Mass Suicides (Part 2)

    Between 1994 and 1997, the sect known as The Order of the Solar Temple snuffed itself out via five mass murder suicides. We spend this episode looking at what happened—and why. For further info, check out some of our sources: Qubec Coroner's Report 1996 The challenge of identification following the tragedy of the Solar Temple Solar Temple in Salvan: 25 years later, a luxury chalet on the site of the massacre Cult Horror Maims Prominent French Family: The New York Times The Philosophy of Fanaticism: Paul Katsafanas Extremes podcast: Escaping a Cult Julian interviews a Jonestown survivor Find us on TikTok Find us on Youtube Follow us on Instagram A Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  5. The Swiss Cult That Ended With 5 Mass Suicides (Part 1)

    23 NOV

    The Swiss Cult That Ended With 5 Mass Suicides (Part 1)

    In 1994, a series of ritualistic mass suicides exposed the world to The Order of the Solar Temple—a secretive doomsday sect with members spread across Switzerland, France, and Canada. In this episode, we explore how its two leaders transitioned from promoting New Age health remedies to orchestrating massacres. For more information, check out these sources: The Order of the Solar Temple: Temple of Death. Edited by James R. Lewis Apocalypse Observed by John R. Hall. Philip D. Schuyler and Sylvaine Trinh Australia Link With Swiss Doomsday Cult, The Canberra Times Reddit thread on The Order of the Solar Temple Find us on TikTok Find us on Youtube Follow us on Instagram A Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  6. The NZ Dad Who Abducted His Kids to Live in the Wilderness

    14 NOV

    The NZ Dad Who Abducted His Kids to Live in the Wilderness

    Tom Phillips has been hiding out in New Zealand's remote northwest with his three young children since 2021. Despite extensive searches, the family has managed to evade capture—even after Tom allegedly robbed a bank with his 10-year-old daughter. In this episode, we’re speaking with journalist Tony Wall, who’s covered the case from the beginning. He’ll share insights on those who may be helping Tom and why he’s been so difficult to catch. Find us on TikTok Find us on Youtube Follow us on Instagram A Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  7. How a Fake Cop Duped McDonald's Managers Into Strip-Searches

    8 NOV

    How a Fake Cop Duped McDonald's Managers Into Strip-Searches

    For a decade, a man posing as a police officer called fast-food chains across the US and asked managers to strip-search their employees. Dozens complied, leading to multiple cases of sexual assault. In this episode, we speak with a detective named Buddy Stump who solved the case after a friend's daughter became a victim. Find us on TikTok Find us on Youtube Follow us on Instagram A Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min
  8. My Dad Is America's Worst Serial Arsonist

    1 NOV

    My Dad Is America's Worst Serial Arsonist

    John Leonard Orr is a convicted arsonist and mass murderer. He is believed to have set nearly 2,000 fires in a 30-year spree, making him the most prolific serial arsonist in American history. But his daughter Lori hasn't always seen him this way. She talks about her childhood memories of seeing John as a hero firefighter. A man who always had a special knack for being the first on the scene. Contact Lori here for a chance to win a signed copy of her book: Burned. Find us on TikTok Find us on Youtube Follow us on Instagram A Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
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Conversations with people who have lived through extreme events. Some stories are dark and twisted, others are light and funny. In all cases, we get an intimate portrait of 'what it was like' to be there. Hosted by Julian Morgans A Superreal Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Canal
    Superreal
  • Creador
    Superreal
  • Años de actividad
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodios
    63
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
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