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What Really Happened at Jonestown? The Deadly Cult of Jim Jones


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The Jonestown Massacre remains one of the most shocking and tragic events in modern history. In this deep-dive true-crime episode, we uncover the rise of Jim Jones, the People’s Temple, and the chilling events that led to the deaths of over 900 people in the remote jungles of Guyana.

You’ll learn how Jones built his following, the psychological tactics he used to control his congregation, the political power he gained, and the final hours leading up to the mass tragedy on November 18, 1978.

This episode is based on historical records, survivor accounts, and verified reports to bring you the clearest picture yet of what really happened at Jonestown — and why it still matters today.

 Topics covered:

  • The rise of Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple
  • How a charismatic leader turned into a destructive cult figure
  • Life inside Jonestown
  • Congressman Leo Ryan’s visit and assassination
  • The final hours and aftermath
  • Lessons from one of history’s deadliest cult tragedies

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