A cult that has been described as one of the Most Violent and Dangerous Cults in American History, Synanon, which started as a rehab turned self help group and eventually compound based religion would go on to influence an entire industry that still operates today. This is truly one of the most wild stories ever!
SOURCES:
LA MAG
PAULMORANTZ.COM
CABINET MAGAZINE
LA TIMES
THE NEW YORKER
WIKIPEDIA
YOUTUBE
CULTEDUCATION.COM
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