S. 6 Episode 37- Synanon: The Beginnings of a Drug Rehab Turned Utopia - Part 1

 Join us this week as Kat kicks off Part 1 of her deep dive into Synanon – a drug rehabilitation program turned cult that began in the late 1950s and eventually inspired the troubled teen industry. In this first episode, we explore the early, seemingly positive days of Synanon – you might even feel tempted to join! But beware, the journey ahead is filled with wild twists and turns! REFERENCES:THE DOC: The Synanon Fix | Official Website for the HBO Original | HBO.comTHE PODCAST: The Sunshine Place on Apple PodcastsThe Cult of Synanon | SC S04E02 Part I (youtube.com)Former Synanon child's photos: (682) PinterestSynanon - WikipediaHome - It's Time for Morning Meeting (synanon.com)Charles Dederich, 83, Synanon Founder, Dies - The New York Times (nytimes.com)Playing the Game: The Origins and Impact of Synanon - BREAKING CODE SILENCEHow a Bay Area family rescued the children of Synanon (sfgate.com)Charles Dederich, 83, Synanon Founder, Dies - The New York Times (nytimes.com)The Story of This Drug Rehab-Turned-Violent Cult Is Wild, Wild Country-Caliber Bizarre - LAmagThoughts on Synanon's History - It's Time for Morning MeetingThe True Story Behind HBO's 'The Synanon Fix' Doc | TIMEBorn in Synanon: The disturbing true story behind cult documentary - DexertoPlease like, follow, and share this podcast - we're on all of the platforms! Oh, and please leave reviews so other true crime lovers can find us. If you are trying to get a hold of us, we can only respond via: Case Files with Kat and Ashley FacebookInstagramWe're here if you need us! NEVER hesitate to reach out! FOR HELP WITH STALKING OR CYBERSTALKING:https://rainn.org/news/resources-survivors-stalking-and-cyberstalkinghttps://www.stalkingawareness.org/FOR HELP WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:NATIONWIDE: https://www.thehotline.org/get-help/domestic-violence-local-resources/IN HOUSTON AREA: https://www.bayareaturningpoint.org/ or call 24/7: (281) 286-2525FOR HELP WITH SEXUAL ASSAULT:https://rainn.org/resourcesFOR HELP WITH BULLYING:Text CONNECT to 741741 Need to Vent?Simply text HOME or HOLA to 741741 to reach a live volunteer Crisis Counselor. We are always here for you. Free, 24/7, confidential.INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES - YOU ARE N...