Best I M N Control Podcasts (2025)

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I started hearing rumors 34:10

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7d ago34:10

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After years of investigating abuse in the Catholic Church, journalist Jason Barry is ready for a quieter life. But when a mysterious box of documents arrives on his doorstep, he’s pulled into a new investigation. This time, the allegations point to a powerful Mexican priest, Marcial Maciel, and a cover-up that reaches the highest levels of the Vati…

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The Spell 39:32

14d ago39:32

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Elena Sada recounts her early experiences with the Legion of Christ, including the moment she felt “chosen” by its founder, Marcial Maciel. Lourdes Barroso shares her story of being personally invited by Maciel to become a consagrada. Both women describe the “spell” that Maciel cast, blurring their perceptions and leading them down a path of strict…

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A Personal Message From the Pope 47:57

14d ago47:57

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When Elena Sada was eight, she met a priest who would change the course of her life forever. This priest, Marcial Maciel, founded the Legion of Christ, which became one of the world’s largest and wealthiest Catholic institutions. As a child, Elena was drawn into Maciel’s world, attending a Legionary school and eventually dedicating 21 years of her …

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Introducing: Sacred Scandal: The Many Secrets of Marcial Maciel 1:00

21d ago1:00

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Sacred Scandal is back for a fourth season. The Many Secrets of Marcial Maciel is a gripping investigative podcast that uncovers the mysteries behind one of the Catholic Church’s most powerful and controversial figures. Through the voice of Elena Sada—a former consecrated lady in the Legion of Christ—the series exposes Marcial Maciel’s double life …

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Introducing Marketplace: Hanif Abdurraqib on what it means to “make it” 36:50

8M ago36:50

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To kick off Marketplace’s season premiere, we’re sharing a conversation with one of our favorite writers, Hanif Abdurraqib. He joins Reema for a wide-ranging discussion about the moral judgments often made regarding people’s financial circumstances, notions of success and legacy, and what it means to be “good” versus “bad” in an unequal world. Hani…

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The Power of Telling Our Own Stories with Roberto Lovato 32:01

1y ago32:01

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An extended interview with writer and professor Roberto Lovato, whose book “Unforgetting: A Memoir of Family, Migration, Gangs, and Revolution in the Americas” helped inspire the series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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Living a Dual Identity with Marcella Arguello 24:27

1y ago24:27

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A special conversation with Salvadoran American comedian Marcella Arguello, whose giant tattoo of Oscar Romero sparked the series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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The Future 38:01

1y ago38:01

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The rise of President Nayib Bukele, and what that means for El Salvador’s future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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Those Who Betray Us 12:25

1y ago12:25

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My words are not for those who cannot decipher my intent. David Snedeker

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The Gangs 34:30

1y ago34:30

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In the aftermath of the Salvadoran Civil War, gangs like MS 13 and Barrio 18 rise to power in the US and El Salvador. Jasmine interviews her aunt Vilma about the murder of her son. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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The Jesuits 35:32

1y ago35:32

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The murder of 6 Jesuit priests finally ends the war in El Salvador, and brings into question who really holds the power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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El Mozote 31:23

1y ago31:23

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A lonely town in the Salvadoran mountains becomes a symbol for the lies of the government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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The Flower 25:27

1+ y ago25:27

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Days after Jasmine’s mother, Ana, left for the US, her sister Margarita was “disappeared.” Her body was later discovered on a rural road, along with the bodies of 4 men. Through interviews with her family, Jasmine finally reveals the mystery of who is responsible for the murders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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A Death in the Family 33:37

1+ y ago33:37

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Jasmine gets an unexpected visit from some cousins, who reveal the reason why her family left for the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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The Nuns 40:52

1+ y ago40:52

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The bodies of four American Catholic nuns are found on the side of a rural road. As violence spiraled out of control, this tragic event sounded the alarms in the country that was the biggest sponsor of the Salvadoran military: the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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The Executioner 36:46

1+ y ago36:46

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Roberto D’Aubuisson, a military officer who plotted a coup and came back as a respected political figure, was beloved by some but feared by many. He was a boogeyman of sorts, one that created and led vicious death squads that terrorized El Salvador. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Funeral 39:11

1+ y ago39:11

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Following the Archbishop’s murder, thousands gather to mourn Oscar Arnulfo Romero. His funeral becomes the battleground, where the two sides of the war finally show their faces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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Oscar 34:42

1+ y ago34:42

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On March 24th, 1980, Archbishop Oscar Romero was presiding over mass when he was shot through the heart. His gruesome and public murder sent a signal to the people of El Salvador: None of you are sacred. None of you are safe. The Archbishops death would spark a war that would change the lives of thousands of people, including our host, Jasmine Rome…

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Introducing: Sacred Scandal: Nation of Saints 2:43

1+ y ago2:43

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In 1980, one man held together a fragile peace in the tiny nation of El Salvador: Archbishop Oscar Romero. When he is brutally and publicly assassinated on the pulpit, his murder starts a war that would leave 75,000 dead, and a million more displaced around the globe. Sacred Scandal season 3, Nation of Saints, follows host Jasmine Romero as she unc…

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A Soul Seeking Solitude 41:17

1+ y ago41:17

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"I spend my days laying stains on my joy. So much that I can't find it, anymore." This isn't for everyone, nor is it meant to be. This is a moment in my journey out of the ashes of a shattered world. The picture you see here is not a photo shoot. I took it myself in the doorway of a trailer I lived in this summer during 239 days without a home to c…

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Dig deep. Escape the noise. Find the joys. 41:17

2y ago41:17

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The Head Sned shares a very personal journey. Every podcast and show is free to listen. If you’d like to donate to this content creator, you may donso here. https://www.givesendgo.com/GBC84

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How They Control Humanity. 1 of 3 42:34

2y ago42:34

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The Head Sned takes us on a minful journey through the subtle yet very effective control mechanisms. This is the first part in a 3 part series. Please leave comments of other ways they indoctrinate us and share. Thanks, Dave

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It’s All Too Much 37:36

2y ago37:36

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How far have we fallen? David Snedeker takes us on a very personal reflection of The Storm we are currently weathering.

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La Luz Del Mundo: Finding The Force Within 37:47

2y ago37:47

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Leaving a high control group isn’t as simple as walking out through the front door. A cult is not simply a physical location, it’s a lifestyle, a belief system, a community and a state of mind. So is it possible to know if the preacher, the yoga guru, or the beloved politician you, or a loved one, are so taken with, is really a narcissistic psychop…

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La Luz Del Mundo: A Deal With The Devil 39:41

2y ago39:41

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Through the perspective of whistleblower Sochil Martin and the emergence of an online forum, we delve into the intricate web of events that led to the downfall of Naason Joaquin, the leader of the controversial religious organization La Luz del Mundo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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La Luz Del Mundo: The Jane Does 37:55

2y ago37:55

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The counts against Naason are plenty. The Accusations are damning! And finally, after countless postponements, the five Jane Does get ready to face their abuser in court. But nothing goes as planned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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La Luz Del Mundo: The Life and Death of Karem Leon 28:42

2y ago28:42

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We dive into the life of Karem León to better understand what LLDM has in store for those that dare to push against the church’s airtight defenses. In 1997, Moises Padilla, Amparo Aguilar and Karem Leon spoke out against La Luz del Mundo, but their accusations were ignored, leading to devastating consequences for the victims. When members leave the…

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La Luz Del Mundo: Show Me The Money 37:24

2y ago37:24

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The leaders of LLDM, known as the "royal family," preach about austerity and sacrifice to their followers, but behind the scenes, they live in opulence with luxurious mansions and private zoos. The question remains: where is all this wealth coming from, and what is the true source of the church's financial power? In this episode, we dive into the f…

I M N Control Podcasts

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WhySoSapient

Leon Williams IV

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Shattering The IndoctriNATION

The Head Sned, David Snedeker

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Sacred Scandal

My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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I started hearing rumors 34:10

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The Spell 39:32

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A Personal Message From the Pope 47:57

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Introducing: Sacred Scandal: The Many Secrets of Marcial Maciel 1:00

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Introducing Marketplace: Hanif Abdurraqib on what it means to “make it” 36:50

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The Power of Telling Our Own Stories with Roberto Lovato 32:01

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Living a Dual Identity with Marcella Arguello 24:27

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The Future 38:01

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Those Who Betray Us 12:25

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The Gangs 34:30

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The Jesuits 35:32

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El Mozote 31:23

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The Flower 25:27

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A Death in the Family 33:37

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The Nuns 40:52

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The Executioner 36:46

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The Funeral 39:11

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Oscar 34:42

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Introducing: Sacred Scandal: Nation of Saints 2:43

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A Soul Seeking Solitude 41:17

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Dig deep. Escape the noise. Find the joys. 41:17

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How They Control Humanity. 1 of 3 42:34

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It’s All Too Much 37:36

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La Luz Del Mundo: Finding The Force Within 37:47

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La Luz Del Mundo: A Deal With The Devil 39:41

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La Luz Del Mundo: The Jane Does 37:55

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La Luz Del Mundo: The Life and Death of Karem Leon 28:42

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La Luz Del Mundo: Show Me The Money 37:24