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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 29 MIN

Episode 35- Shawano's Secret: Inside a Small-Town Cult

from Ope, Whatchya Think? · host spaffordcreekproductions

This episode explores the history and controversies of a secretive religious group outside Shawano, Wisconsin — its founder who changed names multiple times, alleged abuse by members, and the town’s uneasy relationship with the compound. Hosts discuss reported incidents from the 1970s to today, including violent encounters, business dealings, legal battles, and the group’s shifting identity and beliefs.

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