Author Carlos Castaneda became a New Age leader with the success of his books about Yaqui Shaman, don Juan Matus. But, some questioned their authenticity. He dropped out of the public eye and started a new movement called Tensegrity. He had a cult-like following of women who lived with him. These women later disappeared. What happened? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redrum-blonde. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/redrum-blonde.

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The Cult of Carlos Castaneda

Redrum Blonde is a true crime podcast. Each week, I'll explore a case, the victims, the facts, and the theories surrounding it. Some are solved, some remain unsolved. Support this show at http://supporter.acast.com/redrum-blondeSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/redrum-blonde. 
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In 1935, Thelma Todd was one of Hollywood's most sought after actresses. When she was dead in her car, initially carbon monoxide poisoning was to blame. But that didn't explain the bruising and blood on her face. Todd had a very interesting love life with several people who could've wanted her dead. Was this an suicide, an accident, or murder? #ThelmaTodd  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redrum-blonde. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/redrum-blonde.

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The Mysterious Death of Thelma Todd

When 15-year old cheerleader Kirsten Costas was stabbed just yards away from her home, the community of Orinda, California was in shock. Kirsten went to Miramonte High School where success was almost guaranteed. She was extremely popular and part of the elite, sorority-like group called the Bob-O-Links. The killer was no one anyone would ever suspect.  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redrum-blonde. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/redrum-blonde.

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The Murder of Kirsten Costas

Mary Day was abused by her stepfather, William Houle. One night, after a brutal beating, Mary was never seen again. Her siblings were told never to speak of her and there was a spot in the backyard where the kids were never allowed to go near. Decades later, a woman emerged claiming to be Mary. Detectives were so skeptical of her story, they dubbed her "Phoenix Mary".  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redrum-blonde. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/redrum-blonde.

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The Story of Phoenix Mary

In 1995, one of the first celebrity sex tapes made its way into the headlines. Little did anyone know at the time, but this tape was stolen. It was found in a 500 pound safe stolen off the property of Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee and his wife, Baywatch star Pamela Anderson. The tape made history but the crime of how it came to be never made the news until an article in Rolling Stone.  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redrum-blonde. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/redrum-blonde.

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The Story Behind the Stolen Sex Tape of Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee

For sixteen years, one man terrorized New York City with his homemade bombs. Bombs were detonated everywhere from subways to theaters. Finally, an unconventional approach was taken that would change the world of criminal profiling forever and was used to catch the madman.  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redrum-blonde. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/redrum-blonde.

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The Cult of Carlos Castaneda

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