Michael grew up believing his hometown in Germany was just that — a quiet, picturesque community with cobblestone streets, tidy homes, a school, and a grocery store. At its heart stood the church, looming over daily life.But what looked like small-town order was really something far darker. Built in the aftermath of World War II, by leaders with lingering Nazi ties, the town was engineered for control: walls without walls, designed to keep its people in and the rest of the world out.Years later, in a casual conversation with a sibling, the truth unraveled:This wasn’t just a devout community.It was a cult.COME SEE US LIVE!!!Los Angeles • September 9, 2025With special guest: comedian Moses Storm<a href="https://www.dynastytypewriter.com/calendar-squad-up?event-id=113995" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@ Dynasty Typewriter</a>VIP “Meet & Greet” tickets available!Not in LA? No prob — livestream available too!Special Thanks:Big thanks to Maura Streppa for her gorgeous rendition of “Die Gedanken sind frei”→ Follow Maura on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maurastreppamusic/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@maurastreppamusic</a>Follow Us for More Culty Content:Instagram & TikTok → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wasiinacult" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@wasiinacult</a>Support the Show:If this episode moved you — share it. Leave a review. Scream-sing Die Gedanken sind frei in your kitchen.Thank you to our Patreon members — we appreciate the hell out of you.Want ad-free episodes & exclusive content? → Join our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.patreon.com/wasiinacult" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a>.Share Your Story:Had a culty experience of your own? We want to hear it.Email us:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@wasiinacult.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@wasiinacult.com</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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