Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"The one thing that was my main takeaway from Sins of our mother. A tiny cult indeed. But my God. Very powerful." — Ben Kissel
"The delusion, the one thing that since her mother also showed was how deep the delusion was because my constant question when it comes to these types are how much of a true believer actually are they?" — Ben Kissel
"He is such a dumpy bitch. I hate him. He is such a dumpy bitch." — Henry Zebrowski (referring to Chad Daybell)
The podcast episode begins with a discussion of the Netflix documentary "Sins of Our Mother," focusing on the disturbing case of Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell. The hosts dissect the narrative, highlighting the cult-like aspects of their beliefs and the extreme delusion that fueled their actions. They discuss the "zombie" concept used to justify the deaths of children and the complex motivations behind Chad Daybell's involvement, suggesting a mix of belief and personal gain. The conversation also touches on the legal proceedings and the psychological impact on those involved, including the testimony of Colby Ryan.
Later in the episode, the hosts transition to listener-submitted stories. One story details a terrifying encounter with a tall, indistinct figure in Vietnam fatigues and a woman outside a home, a sighting that has haunted the listener and their father. Another listener recounts persistent paranormal activity, including moving objects and strange noises, which they attribute to a lingering spirit named "Earl." These stories explore themes of unexplained phenomena and the lingering presence of the unknown.
The episode concludes with a "Hero of the Week" segment honoring John Cena for his charitable work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Despite the dark themes discussed earlier, this segment shifts to a positive and uplifting note, celebrating an individual's impactful contributions. The hosts also briefly discuss acting abilities and touch on the upcoming European tour for the podcast.