Show overview
Heaven's Gate has published 11 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode during 2017. That works out to roughly 7 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 39 min and 47 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. The publisher flags most episodes as explicit, so expect adult themes or strong language throughout. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language History show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 8.4 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. Published by SiriusXM Podcasts.
From the publisher
In 1997, thirty-nine people took their own lives in an apparent mass suicide. The events captivated the media and had people across the planet asking the same question... ‘Why?’ 20 years later, those who lost loved ones and those who still believe - tell their story. Hosted by Glynn Washington of Snap Judgment. "Heaven's Gate: The Cult of Cults," is now a four-part docuseries inspired by this podcast, streaming on HBO Max.
Latest Episodes
10: The Class
E39 people exit their vehicles, and stun the world. Families, classmates and the rest of us grapple with what comes after.
9: The Comet
EHeaven’s Gate members get the sign they’ve been waiting for.
8: The Unknowns
EThis week - the “what if” questions surrounding Heaven’s Gate. Plus, your stories.
7: The Programming
EGail Maeder was smart, fun and happy, before she joined Heaven’s Gate. What got into her head?
6: The Choice
EFrank and Erika, a couple in love, join a celibate group. Years later, Do poses a fateful question.
5: The Tape
EAfter a sudden death in the group, Do sends a private, awkward, illuminating, confusing tape to Terrie Nettles.
4: The Host
EHost Glynn Washington shares more from his personal story of growing up in a cult.
3: The Mothers
EWhile The Two are recruiting new members into their nomadic lifestyle, one woman is trying desperately to make contact.
2: The Two
EIt's one thing to join a group your mom would call a cult. It's another thing when your mom starts one.
1: The Seekers
EThe Heaven's Gate faithful weren't freaks or space cadets. They were regular people, hungry for something more. They were Seekers.
Coming soon… Heaven’s Gate
trailerHere’s a first glimpse through Heaven’s Gate - into the group’s decades-long history, as told by family, followers, experts, and the leaders themselves. Whatever you think you know - prepare to be surprised. Subscribe now and hear the first episode on October 18th. More info at www.heavensgate.show.