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EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 40 MIN

The Wild Sex Cult Of Rajneeshpuram That Took Over A Whole Town

from Killers, Cults and Queens

A little boy in born in India and from day one, things go awry. His grandparents dote on him and make him feel like the most special child out there. His mother and father are absent and so his baby ego is allowed to go unchecked. This creates an insufferable child who at the age of just 8 years old begins talking about politics and ruling the world. Pair this with some unexpected and untimely deaths of loved ones in his former years and that little boy grows an unhelathy obsession with seeking a religion which doesn't stick to the usual confines...Not finding anything which fits, the man now know as Bhagwan Shareef, makes his own religion and changes his name to Rajneesh - from here on out Rajneesh Puram is born and a cult begins to form but as yet, everyone is unaware and joining in search of enlitenment which Rajneesh says he can deliver...if only they can be free.But how would this spiritual group go from yoga to a terrorist organisation... let's find outIf you’re interested in more true crime deep dives, hit subscribe and ring the bell to stay updated.HUGE thanks goes to SNAG for sponsoring this series. Please check them out at www.snagtights.com🎧 Enjoy 2 New episodes of Killers, Cults & Queens every week plus one bonus ep — hit subscribe and join us for more true crime, cults, and creepy tales.👑 Hosted by Cheryl The Queen and Nikki Druce.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email [email protected] to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cheryldragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon.For sponsorship, press or collaboration enquiries please email [email protected] you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Hope Not Hate: 020 7952 1181Exit UK: 0800 999 1945Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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