She initially struggled with her decision, but ultimately Chelsea Manning became the biggest whistleblower in American history. Though she did what she thought was right, it cost her her freedom. And while incarcerated, she faced a whole new set of challenges.

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She wanted to find structure and serve her country. But after joining the Army as an intelligence officer, Chelsea Manning felt American citizens weren't getting an accurate version of the country's overseas conflicts. So she sought out someone who could help her show the world the truth.

Parcasters, we have exciting news! Our first book hits bookshelves July 12th. Don’t miss this chilling summer read that takes you deep into the darkest sides of human nature. Learn more at www.parcast.com/cults!

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Known to her followers as “La Madrina,” Sara Aldrete was targeted by a charming cult leader as part of a plot to make money and recruit new members. But as the animal sacrifices turned to human sacrifices, she realized it was too late to turn back.

Countdown to the CULTS book release! Parcast’s first book hits shelves July 12th. It’s an unflinching exploration of shame, secrecy, power, exploitation, and destruction. Learn more at www.parcast.com/cults! 

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Known as the Queen of the French Quarter, Norma Wallace raked in cash and protected her girls. But the one thing she couldn't protect was her heart. She fell in love with a younger man while she was in her 60s, and they moved in together. They seemed happy... until she found out about his infidelities. 

Parcasters, we have exciting news! Our first book hits bookshelves July 12th. Don’t miss this chilling summer read that takes you deep into the darkest sides of human nature. Learn more and grab your copy at www.parcast.com/cults!

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Growing up in poverty, Norma Wallace saw that neighborhood sex workers had nice clothes, sparkling jewels, and cash. So as a teenager, she pursued the trade — only to find that the real money was in management.

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Belle Gibson’s diet and wellness business, The Whole Pantry, thrived off her devoted followers, who believed Belle had cured her brain cancer by eating healthy. She was an unprecedented sensation, backed by huge corporations. As her brand grew, so did the lies — until 2015, when one of her friends decided she’d had enough.

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In 2012, after spending most of her childhood lying for attention, 20-year-old Belle Gibson turned to Instagram to find a new audience. She was a good photographer and an even better storyteller, but the content behind her posts were just that… stories. And they were hurting her followers.

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After her husband’s body is found in the Sequoia National Forest, Brookey makes a fresh start in Las Vegas. Her mother Christine is once again by her side — until Christine’s body is discovered stuffed in a garbage can.

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When Brookey Lee West was 7 years old, her mother shot the man she was having an affair with. Brookey vowed to never be like her mom. But as she became an adult and tried to establish her own identity, she discovered that the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.

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Georgia Tann's adoption "business" was raking in money. She orchestrated adoptions for movie stars and politicians. She gave kickbacks to judges to look the other way. She was virtually untouchable. But all things come to an end. And it wouldn't be the law or a victimized parent that would bring her down.

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