Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"And then he said, 'God put him on this earth to do what he was doing.'" — [Speaker not explicitly identified for this quote, but presented as a statement from Samuel Little]
"Well, you know, I think it would be, it would be one of those things. Like when you play a choose your own adventure game, and when you choose up one option, and then it'll just say in the corner, like your relationship with Henry has changed. Like it would definitely be like, well, I wouldn't necessarily freak out right now, but I'd be like, I'm gonna log that. He's just a huge Jonas Brothers fan." — Henry Zebrowski
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The episode begins with a discussion about listener feedback regarding a previous episode's mention of a "time traveler" and a Jonas Brothers song lyric. The hosts clarify that they were not duped but rather found the anecdote amusing. They then transition to the topic of celebrities propelled to fame by crime, highlighting Jeremy Meeks, Issei Sagawa, Michael Alig, and Jordan Belfort as examples, discussing their criminal backgrounds and subsequent public profiles.
The conversation takes a dark turn with the introduction of a disturbing case involving animal abuse in Bend, Oregon. The hosts detail allegations of horrific animal cruelty, including findings of a partially skinned dog and puppies being cooked. The discussion touches on the perpetrator's alleged ritualistic behavior and the challenges of prosecuting thought crimes versus actual committed offenses. The episode also touches upon the ongoing sale of true crime memorabilia and personal artifacts from notorious criminals, debating the ethical implications and market value.
Finally, the hosts delve into the topic of Scientology and its association with Tom Cruise. They discuss allegations of abuse within the organization and the perception of Tom Cruise as a deity within Scientology. The conversation speculates on the future of both Scientology and Tom Cruise's career, considering the potential for implosion or eventual decline. The episode concludes with promotional messages and thanks to listeners.