Aum Shinrikyo Followers

Aum Shinrikyo Followers

What drove Aum Shinrikyo followers to commit violence?

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Discover the journey of Aum's followers, who became entangled in violent activities and apocalyptic beliefs. Explore the tension between personal faith and manipulation as many were coerced into criminal acts.

Ep 1:

Did Hayashi Use His Medical Knowledge for Aum’s Violent Goals?

Ep 2:

How Did Hirota’s Search for Meaning Lead Him to Aum?

Ep 3:

Why Did a Young Student Join Aum?

Ep 4:

Why Did Akiya Believe in Asahara’s Mystical Power?

Ep 5:

Did Matsui Undergo Brain Control at Aum?

Ep 6:

How Did Endo Contribute to Aum’s Failed Weapons Experiments?

Ep 7:

How Did Aum's Leaders Use Their Skills for Destructive Purposes?

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Discussions (11)

Ray

Level 10 · 9 mo ago

He took his wife and lover? That is just twisted.

Jonathan

Level 2 · 8 mo ago

Manipulated? That's rich.

Daryl

Level 6 · 9 mo ago

i find it hilarious they had a team of elite scientists but their R&D strategy was basically just copying gadgets from Space Battleship Yamato

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