Episode 297: 90s Heartthrobs or Cult Leaders? Part 1
Their faces graced the cover of teen magazines, and the dreamy roles they played in the 1990s and 2000s got the hearts of their young fans pumping. But now, not one but two former ‘90s heartthrobs have been accused of running cults. Are these men using their fame and influence for personal gain and gratification? Or has the media taken a few too many liberties with the truth? This week’s episode is: Andrew Keegan and Jared Leto - 90s Heartthrobs or Cult Leaders? Part 1
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Andrew Keegan Addresses Rumors That He Runs a Cult, Admits He’s Spent ‘Tens of Thousands of Dollars’ on Spiritual Group, Variety: https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/andrew-keegan-cult-leader-full-circle-1235908156/
Andrew Keegan busted for selling kombucha at his New Age temple, Fox News: https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/andrew-keegan-busted-for-selling-kombucha-at-his-new-age-temple
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