Heaven's Gate: The Cult of Cults

Heaven's Gate: The Cult of Cults

Before we dive in, don’t forget you can access all our shows, bonus content, and exclusive deep-dive episodes on the Skoob App and through https://linktr.ee/skoob.ai In 1997, 39 members of Heaven’s Gate were found dead in a quiet California mansion — victims of one of the most shocking mass suicides in American history. But how did a spiritual movement about transcendence and UFOs turn into a deadly cult? In this episode of Serial Killer Files by Skoob, host Arthur Morgan explores the rise of Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles, the origins of Heaven’s Gate, the group’s obsession with the Hale-Bopp comet, and how failed prophecy, internet isolation, and absolute belief led to tragedy. This isn’t just a cult story — it’s a psychological deep dive into charisma, belief, alienation, and the dangerous power of spiritual certainty. If you’re fascinated by cult documentaries, true crime investigations, UFO conspiracies, and psychological breakdowns of infamous movements, this episode is for you. Follow Serial Killer Files by Skoob on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and hit subscribe on YouTube for more episodes like this. Tune in for more thought-provoking stories, deep dives, and conversations that keep you hooked.

The Unabomber: Genius Turned Terrorist

Before we dive in, don’t forget you can access all our shows, bonus content, and exclusive deep-dive episodes on the Skoob App and through https://linktr.ee/skoob.ai  — your gateway to premium true crime and investigative storytelling. For 17 years, one man waged a calculated war against modern society. In this gripping episode of Serial Killer Files by Skoob, host Arthur Morgan unpacks the chilling story of Ted Kaczynski, better known as the Unabomber — the Harvard math prodigy who became America’s most elusive domestic terrorist. From the controversial psychological experiments at Harvard University to the deadly mail bombs that terrorized universities, airlines, and tech leaders, we break down the full timeline of the Unabomber attacks, the manifesto Industrial Society and Its Future, and the shocking moment his own brother turned him in. Was he a madman? A misunderstood extremist? Or a warning about technology gone too far? This episode explores: The Unabomber manifesto explained The FBI’s longest manhunt The psychological profile of Ted Kaczynski The real victims behind the headlines The myths linking him to the Zodiac Killer If you’re fascinated by true crime, criminal psychology, domestic terrorism cases, and the dark side of genius, this deep dive will keep you hooked until the very end. Follow Serial Killer Files by Skoob on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and hit subscribe on YouTube for more episodes like this. Tune in for more thought-provoking stories, deep dives, and conversations that challenge how we see crime, society, and human nature.

Leonarda Cianciulli: The Soap-Maker of Correggio

Before we dive in, don’t forget you can access all our shows, bonus content, and exclusive deep-dive episodes on the Skoob App and through https://linktr.ee/skoob.ai [https://linktr.ee/skoob.ai]. In this chilling episode of Serial Killer Files by Skoob, host Arthur Morgan explores the horrifying true story of Leonarda Cianciulli, better known as The Soap-Maker of Correggio. This shocking Italian true crime case reveals how a devoted mother became one of history’s most disturbing female serial killers. Driven by superstition, paranoia, and an obsessive need to protect her son during World War II, Cianciulli murdered three women — dissolving their bodies in lye and turning them into soap and tea cakes. Her confession stunned Italy and remains one of the most grotesque cases in criminal history. What pushes a mother to commit ritual murder? Was it madness, trauma, or calculated evil? If you’re fascinated by serial killer psychology, dark history, cannibal crime cases, and shocking true crime stories, this episode will leave you speechless. Follow Serial Killer Files by Arthur Morgan on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and hit subscribe on YouTube for more episodes like this. Tune in for more thought-provoking stories, deep dives, and true crime investigations that keep you hooked.

The Casanova Killer: Glen Rogers’ Deadly Charm

Glen Rogers wasn’t just another serial killer — he was a traveling predator who crossed state lines, charmed vulnerable women in bars, and left a trail of brutal murders behind him. Known as “The Casanova Killer,” Rogers used manipulation and mobility to evade law enforcement while committing violent crimes in Florida, California, Mississippi, Louisiana, and beyond. In this episode of Serial Killer Files by Skoob, host Arthur Morgan breaks down Rogers’ cross-country killing spree, his shocking claim that he murdered 70 victims, and the explosive allegation that he was involved in the Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman murders. Was it truth — or another twisted attempt at fame? We explore the psychology of mobile serial killers, the forensic evidence that led to his arrest, his death row execution in 2025, and the unanswered questions that still haunt investigators. If you’re fascinated by true crime documentaries, FBI investigations, serial killer psychology, and America’s most disturbing criminal cases — this deep dive is for you. Before we dive in, don’t forget you can access all our shows, bonus content, and exclusive deep-dive episodes on the Skoob App and through: 👉 https://linktr.ee/skoob.ai Follow Serial Killer Files by Skoob on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and hit subscribe on YouTube for more episodes like this. Tune in for more thought-provoking stories, deep dives, and conversations that keep you hooked.

The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream

Step into the dark streets of Victorian London and uncover the chilling true story of Dr. Thomas Neill Cream, a respected physician who became one of history’s most calculated serial killers. Known as The Lambeth Poisoner, Cream used his medical knowledge to murder vulnerable women using strychnine, a poison that caused hours of violent suffering. From Canada to the United States to England, his crimes spanned three countries, exposing massive failures in justice, forensics, and medical oversight. In this episode of Serial Killer Files by Skoob, host Arthur Morgan breaks down Cream’s disturbing rise—from medical student to convicted murderer—his manipulation of police through blackmail letters, the myth linking him to Jack the Ripper, and the arrogance that ultimately led to his execution at Newgate Prison. This is a deep dive into true crime history, Victorian serial killers, poison murders, and how authority can hide monsters in plain sight. Before we dive in, remember you can access all our shows, bonus content, and exclusive deep-dive episodes on the Skoob App and through linktr.ee/skoob.ai — your gateway to stories history tried to bury. 👉 Follow Serial Killer Files by Skoob on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and hit subscribe on YouTube for more episodes like this. 🎙️ Tune in for more thought-provoking true crime stories, deep dives, and investigations that keep you hooked.