Heaven's Gate

Stitcher & Pineapple Street Media, Glynn Washington

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.

  • 53 minutes 5 seconds
    10: The Class

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

    27 December 2017, 8:00 am
  • 48 minutes 21 seconds
    9: The Comet

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

    20 December 2017, 8:00 am
  • 51 minutes 8 seconds
    8: The Unknowns

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

    13 December 2017, 8:00 am
  • 45 minutes 29 seconds
    7: The Programming

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

    6 December 2017, 8:00 am
  • 41 minutes 11 seconds
    6: The Choice

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

    29 November 2017, 8:00 am
  • 40 minutes 8 seconds
    5: The Tape

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

    15 November 2017, 8:00 am
  • 38 minutes 20 seconds
    4: The Host

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

    8 November 2017, 8:00 am
  • 44 minutes 46 seconds
    3: The Mothers

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

    1 November 2017, 7:00 am
  • 40 minutes 3 seconds
    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.

    25 October 2017, 7:00 am
  • 35 minutes 43 seconds
    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. 

    18 October 2017, 7:00 am
  • 3 minutes 12 seconds
    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.

    2 October 2017, 9:30 pm
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