Episode 298: 90s Heartthrobs or Cult Leaders? Part 2
His baby blues captivated the hearts of teen fans around the world in the 90s. Then this baby-faced hunk traded his acting gigs for a guitar. Now, he's a full-blown rockstar with an Oscar, known for his dedicated followers and allegations of favoring young fans. Is the band's refrain, Yes, this is a cult, merely an inside joke as they claim? Or is it something sinister hiding in plain sight? This week's episode is 90s Heartthrobs or Cult Leaders? Part 2: Jared Leto / My So-Called Cult
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https://thirtysecondstomars.com/aug-27-2024-dallas-tx-dos-equis-pavilion
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