Podcasts about Rajneeshpuram

Sarito Carroll is an author and former member of the Osho Rajneesh movement. Born in 1969, she was brought to India at age nine by her mother, who had become a disciple of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (later known as Osho). What was intended as a brief visit turned into a permanent stay when her mother decided to join the ashram. At twelve, Sarito moved to Oregon, becoming one of the first settlers at Rajneeshpuram, a controversial commune built on the Big Muddy Ranch. She details her journey through the movement, the trauma she endured, and her path to healing. She is the author of In the Shadow of Enlightenment. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecasey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ma Anand Sheela, former personal assistant to Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, shares her transformative journey. From leading the Rajneeshpuram commune in Oregon to rebuilding her life after prison, Sheela reflects on spirituality, love, and resilience.

What happens when a spiritual movement turns into a political force—and then spirals into one of the most bizarre cult stories in modern history?"Rajneeshpuram: The Cult of Rajneesh" takes you deep into the heart of a utopian dream gone dangerously wrong. In the early 1980s, a charismatic Indian guru named Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and his devoted followers left India and built a sprawling commune in the Oregon desert. What began as a spiritual experiment quickly transformed into a surreal and shocking tale of power, control, bioterrorism, and international scandal.Episode show notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.3amfear.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Narrated by: Nikita FerraoInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@3amfearpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ncferraoauthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find me on Youtube @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3AM Fear Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free thriller eBook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ncferrao.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Episode Music: Music: Halloween Theme 1 by Alexander Nakarada (www.creatorchords.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3qumnPH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/33RWRtP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2ImU2JV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me on nikita@3amfear.comSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajneeshpuramhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajneesh_movementhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajneeshhttps://www.neh.gov/humanities/2018/spring/feature/rajneeshpuram-was-more-utopia-desert-it-was-mirrorhttps://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/oct/12/abuse-rajneesh-cult-children-communeshttps://www.amazon.in/Rajneeshpuram-Inside-Bhagwan-Failed-American/dp/1641604727https://www.thecut.com/2018/04/9-rajneesh-followers-on-what-wild-wild-country-got-wrong.htmlhttps://www.britannica.com/topic/Rajneesh-movementhttps://www.reddit.com/r/WildWildCountry/comments/8asxhp/ama_for_former_rajneeshpuram_resident_i_lived/ https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/survivor-of-bhagwan-shree-rajneeshs-sex-cult-reveals-decades-of-abuse-6675679 https://people.com/crime/wild-wild-country-bhagwan-rajneesh-oregon-today/https://au.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/australian-cults-the-rajneesh-movement-14899/https://www.huffpost.com/entry/cult-wild-wild-country-netflix_n_5ab2b37de4b054d118df49c1https://www.oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/rajneeshees/https://www.oregonlive.com/tv/2018/03/netflix_documentary_on_rajnees.html

Ma Anand Sheela, former personal assistant to Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, shares her transformative journey. From leading the Rajneeshpuram commune in Oregon to rebuilding her life after prison, Sheela reflects on spirituality, love, and resilience.

In this episode of the Compendium, we uncover how the Sex Cult led by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, also known as the Osho movement, nearly took over Antelope, Oregon. We explore the rise of Rajneeshpuram, the Rajneeshee cult's transformation, and Ma Anand Sheela's pivotal role in the Rajneeshee plot that led to the biggest bioterror attack in U.S. history.We give you the Compendium, but if you want more, then check out these great resources:“Wild Wild Country” (2018) - Documentary series on Netflix:“Searching for Sheela” (2021) - Follow-up documentary on Netflix:“Building Utopia” - Podcast by Russell King:“What it was like to be a child in the commune” - Article in The Guardian“A journalist's recent experience at an Osho retreat” - Article in The GuardianMessage Kyle and AdamConnect with Us:

I detta avsnitt tar vi en djupdykning in i den otroliga historien om Rajneesh-rörelsen. Hur gick det till när en karismatisk indisk guru och hans hängivna följare skapade en egen stad mitt i Oregons öken? Och ännu mer förbryllande – hur förvandlades denna andliga utopi till scenen för det största bioterrorattentatet i USAhistoria?Vi dyker ner i berättelsen om Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, även kallad Osho, mannen som lyckades charma tusentals västerlänningar med löften om upplysning och fri kärlek, samtidigt som han samlade på sig en flotta av Rolls-Royce-bilar. Vi utforskar den fascinerande uppkomsten av Rajneeshpuram, staden där meditation mötte maskingevär, och där invånarna inte bara odlade sin själ utan också planerade sabotage vid sidan av.Detta är en historia om mystik, manipulation och oförutsedda vändningar som du inte vill missa! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Swami Shailendra Saraswati was born in 1955, in Gadarwara (M.P.) as Osho's fifth brother. In 1971, he joined the Neo-Sannyas Movement. He was the university topper at Sagar University in 1973. In 1979, he completed his M.B.B.S. from Jabalpur Medical College and married Ma Amrit Priya Ji in the same year. Until 1981, he served at the hospital in Shri Rajneesh Ashram, Pune. He stayed in Rajneeshpuram until 1985. After that, he worked as a medical officer at Birla's O.P.M. Hospital. During Osho's last days, he returned to Pune. In 2019, he established Osho Fragrance.

Oregon has a unique history with cults — remember Rajneeshpuram, the inspiration for the docuseries Wild Wild Country? A spiritual group known as TwinRay is based in Ashland, Oregon. The leaders dress in all white and charge thousands of dollars for online classes. Are they a cult? OPB reporter Leah Sottile fills us in on the details. You can read her recent article on TwinRay here.   For more Evergreen episodes and to share your voice with us, visit our showpage. Follow OPB on Instagram, and follow host Jenn Chávez too. You can sign up for OPB’s newsletters to get what you need in your inbox regularly.   Don’t forget to check out our many podcasts, which can be found on any of your favorite podcast apps: Timber Wars Season 2: Salmon Wars Politics Now Think Out Loud And many more! Check out our full show list here.

In episode 158 of PG Radio, we deep dive into Osho's life and philosophy with Swami Shailendra Saraswati. We discuss various topics, including conspiracies against Osho, the Rajneeshpuram community, Osho's enlightenment, assassination attempts on him, the story behind his death, and many other aspects of his life. Swami Shailendra Saraswati - Osho's Younger Brother, Doctor a well-known spiritual speaker. He is a gold medalist MBBS doctor from Medical College in Jabalpur. He moved to Rajneeshpuram, USA. He also served as Editor for OSHO's Literature. In 1998 he started taking meditation courses across India and other foreign countries. He has given over 1000 discourses on Aastha and other channels and YouTube. These discourses are available in 40 books and numerous audio and videos. He founded Osho Fragrance in 2019 to spread OSHO's Message and vision. Osho Fragrance is an initiative for inner transformation of oneself to become a better version of what we are. This is what we talked about: 00:00 - Osho's method for attaining Inner Peace 10:40 - What is the use of Spirituality? 32:16 - Is materialism(goals,ambitions,money and etc.) completely useless? 51:08 - Why Osho was against Politics 54:10 - Why Christians were against Osho 1:00:28 - Osho was attacked twice in Bombay 1:01:00 - An assassination attempt on Osho 1:02:32 - Conspiracies against Osho by the Police and Judicial system 1:07:00 - Osho's conflict with the US Govt. In Rajneeshpuram 1:09:21 - US Govt. broke Laws to oppose Osho 1:11:31 - How Big was Rajneeshpuram 1:12:16 - Osho's enlightenment at 21 and his family's reaction to it 1:14:15 - How was Osho punished in school? 1:16:28 - Osho was rusticated from his own college in 1st year 1:23:46 - Osho's love life during his young days 1:30:47 - Story behind Osho's death 1:37:40 - Osho predicted his own death 2:02:58 - Where can you find Swami Shailendra Saraswati?

Für die einen ist Bhagwan Rajneesh der originellste Denker Indiens, für die anderen ist er ein gefährlicher Betrüger, der seine Anhänger ausgebeutet hat. Nicht weniger umstritten ist seine Sekretärin und engste Vertraute Ma Anand Sheela, die neben ihrem Meister die mächtigste Person in Bhagwans Imperium ist. Anfang der 80er Jahre führt, lenkt, manche sagen auch, kontrolliert sie die Stadt Rajneeshpuram und ihre Einwohner. Es dauert nicht lange, bis die Kommune weltweit Schlagzeilen macht. Nicht nur weil die Menschen dort frei von Konventionen ihre sexuellen Bedürfnisse ausschweifend zelebrieren, sondern weil es irgendwann innerhalb von Rajneeshpuram, aber auch außerhalb der Stadt um Leben und Tod geht.

In part 1 of the story of Rajneeshpuram, you heard the story of Bhagwan Rajneesh's life and his move to the US to a sleepy little town outside of Oregon. You heard the story of his unprecedented town takeover and the all out culture war he now found himself in the middle of. By the year 1983, the residents of Rajneeshpuram and Antelope were armed against each other and more dangerous than ever before. As this culture war would unfold, crimes would unfold too, making the plot more sinister and macabre. And to hear this story unfold, welcome back to part 2 of the story of Osho. For extra episodes, early access, silly bloopers, subscribe at: https://www.patreon.com/thedesistudios or join our YouTube family https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnbfV0YvrxWMq3h0hmo13Jg/joinTo buy Desi Studios merch, visit: https://kadakmerch.com/collections/desi-studiosFor fastest updates, follow our socials at: https://www.instagram.com/desicrime/Want our content in video formats instead? Head over to YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thedesistudios?si=HBkPuoi3bFxx46tULove horror content too? Subscribe to The Bhootbusters Podcast:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bhootbusters-podcast/id1728625464Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3I4KvQugyBJIjf69WlJvVh?si=Leb_m209R8exHTqlJlXcKQAmazon: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/564ff27d-d49f-443b-9fa1-318fab5630aa/the-bhootbusters-podcastAryaan: https://www.instagram.com/aryaanmisra/Aishwarya: https://www.instagram.com/aishwaryasinghs/

Dhyan Ji is a spiritual teacher, meditation coach and spiritual event organiser based in Cheshire, UK. In this deep and fascinating conversation, Dhyan begins by recounting a magical moment at the age of 6, where she suddenly embodied a complete sense of oneness with nature and the elements. This experience at such an early age set the tone for what was to come, as her family soon moved to Oregon in the US to live in Osho's infamous community. The story of what happened at Rajneeshpuram was captured in the Netflix documentary series Wild Wild Country, due to the controversy and chaos that surrounded what happened there. However, for 7 year old Dhyan, it was a time of beautiful memories, of freedom in nature and of deep daily spiritual practice through mantra and meditation. These early experiences were just the beginning of a life of many nuances. And many further profound experiences have shaped her understanding of a deeper truth. Her direct encounters with the space beyond the mind have not only expanded her awareness, but also informed the work she does and how she serves. Many topics are covered as the conversation unfolds, with Dhyan offering beautifully clear explanations and perspectives in her own unique way. She is extremely knowledgeable, and yet incredibly humble. A delicate, powerful soul for sure. Her advice for older women is simple, yet important, and often overlooked. In fact the power of who and what we really are is a theme that runs through the whole episode, with the twist and turn of each story told.   You can engage with Dhyan in the following ways:   Website: www.elevateyourmind.life  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@DhyanJiAwakeningLove   Facebook business pages: https://www.facebook.com/DhyanAwakeningLove https://www.facebook.com/DarshanwithDhyanAwakeningLove Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AwakeningLoveDhyanJi Other social media channels: Twitter | TikTok | Instagram   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Follow Behind Our Eyes on Instagram: @behindoureyes333  Connect with Liane on instagram: @lianelightsup   This podcast is brought to you by www.supareal.com    If you'd like to receive email updates about this podcast and other projects, please subscribe on the SupaReal site (bottom of the page).   Don't forget to subscribe :-) ---------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: Any practices shared on this podcast are not a replacement for or a form of therapy, nor are they intended to cure, treat, or diagnose medical conditions. Always make sure to listen to live practices in an environment that is safe. Do not listen to take part in any practices shared on these recordings while driving a car or operating any kind of machinery.  

Step inside the twisted world of the Rajneeshpuram cult with our latest episode, where an enigmatic Indian guru's quest for utopia leads to a scandalous slice of Oregon's history. We spotlight the tumultuous rise and fall of the Rajneeshpuram commune, starting from their head-scratching financial prowess in acquiring a vast ranch, to their audacious attempts at sculpting a city of their own. Our conversation isn't just a history lesson; it's a deep dive into a community's struggle with an ambitious cult's explosive impact, where salad bars became vectors for bioterrorism, and small-town America clashed with an influx of red-clad devotees.As we thread through the intricate legal battles that the Rajneeshpuram faced, we dissect the blurred lines between church, state, and the ownership of sacred space. The narrative gets personal as the residents of Antelope, Oregon, stand their ground against the commune's expansion, making their town a symbol of the broader conflict. We don't shy away from the darker side either, revealing how a utopian dream distorted into a narrative of crime, eventually branding the group with terrorist undertones. Our exploration goes beyond the headlines, correcting historical inaccuracies and examining the legal repercussions for the commune's most prominent figures, like Ma Anand Sheela.In our final musings, we reflect on the Rajneesh legacy, pondering the transformation of their ranch and mulling over the philosophical echoes of Rajneesh's "ten commandments." Our hosts grapple with defining the group—cult, criminal organization, or a misunderstood community? We also step into the wider realm of cults and terrorist organizations, humorously comparing their evolution to stages of Pokémon, while engaging in rigorous debate about international law, extradition, and the enigmatic Edward Snowden. Join us on this historical rollercoaster, and you might just find that the line between cult and terrorist is finer than you think.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESupport the showIf you want to try Dubby products please go to https://www.dubby.gg/ and when you're ready to check out in the code area punch in "ISTHISREALPC" for 10% off your entire order!

Ever found yourself chuckling at the thought of an asteroid hurtling toward Earth? Well, buckle up for an episode that's as much about laughs as it is about the potential end of days. We're bringing you a whimsical yet insightful look into the myriad of apocalyptic scenarios that have haunted human imaginations from biblical prophecies to Y2K and beyond. Join us as we weave through the historical, the hysterical, and the downright bizarre beliefs that have led many to predict – erroneously, time and again – that the final curtain call is imminent.Harold Camping's prophecy flubs, the Mayan calendar misreadings, and David Mead's relentless doomsday recalculations; these are but a few of the tales you'll hear as we navigate the choppy waters of end-times forecasts. It's not all jest, though. We also cast a serious eye on actual scientific phenomena with the potential to reshape our world – from melting ice caps to celestial catastrophes. This episode is a mosaic of human reactions to the unknown, a patchwork of fear, fascination, and often, misguided fanaticism that has led many to peer a bit too intently into the abyss.As we wrap up our apocalyptic tour de force, we tease your brain with a look ahead to the enigma of Rajneeshpuram. It's a preface to a deeper dive into cult dynamics and the importance of skepticism that we'll be unraveling in episodes to come. So sit tight and keep your wits about you as we embark on this end-of-the-world escapade that promises to enlighten, entertain, and perhaps even offer an odd sense of comfort that the end, for now, is not quite nigh.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESupport the showIf you want to try Dubby products please go to https://www.dubby.gg/ and when you're ready to check out in the code area punch in "ISTHISREALPC" for 10% off your entire order!

När gurun Bhagwan tar sina anhängare till en övergiven ranch i USA är visionerna om ett drömsamhälle stora. Flera svenskar åker dit. Men samhället kommer snart förgöra sig självt inifrån. Nya avsnitt från P3 Dokumentär hittar du först i Sveriges Radio Play. Målet i Bhagwans nybyggda stad Rajneeshpuram är att skapa en ny människa som lever i harmoni med sig själv och naturen. Här får de ett nytt namn, klär sig i solnedgångens färger och mediterar.Bhagwan förespråkar fritt sex och snart kommer ryktena om ”sexkulten” ikapp dem. Konflikten med lokalbefolkningen intensifieras och Bhagwans anhängare beväpnar sig. Ted Gärdestad rapporterar hem till sin flickvän - skådespelaren Ann Zacharias. Han berättar bland annat att de har rosaklädda poliser. –Så tänker jag: ”Det här verkar ju inte klokt.” Och jag sade: ”Men, hur går det ihop? Är ni inte kärleksfulla mot varandra?”, säger Ann.Drömmen om samhället Rajneeshpuram går snart i kras. I P3 Dokumentär hör du en av huvudpersonerna - Jane Stork - berätta om när hon blev villig att döda för gurun Bhagwans skull. Och om Ted Gärdestad som aldrig blir densamma igen.Mår du dåligt? Hit kan du vända dig:I nödsituation – ring 112.Minds självmordslinje: 90 101. Jourhavande Medmänniska: 08- 702 16 80 (öppen kl. 21-06).Medverkande:Jane Stork, ”sannyasin” - en av Bhagwans anhängare.Ann Zacharias, skådespelare och Ted Gärdestads flickvän på 80-talet.Vanya, ”sannyasin” - som åkte flera gånger till Oregon.Rick Ross, författare och grundare av Cult Education Institute. En dokumentär av: Ellen Hammarskiöld.Producent: Hanna Frelin.Dokumentären är producerad 2023.

In the last several years, a cult industrial complex has emerged to capitalize on Americans' fascination with groups such as Jonestown, the Manson Family, the Branch Davidians, and the Rajneeshpuram community in Wasco County, Ore., argues UC Berkeley professor Poulomi Saha. But in her highly sought-after class called Cults in Popular Culture, they emphasize that it's important to look beyond the sensational examples and recognize how cult-like behavior shows up in many facets of our lives and society. We'll talk with Saha about why some groups are labeled as cults, why people are drawn to them, and what cults reveal about spirituality and culture in America. Guests: Poulomi Saha, associate professor of English and co-director of the Program in Critical Theory, UC Berkeley. Saha teaches a course called Cults in Popular Culture.

Prior to our Mysticast conversation with John Hogue (http://www.hogueprophecy.com/)  he informed us that ‘We'll talk briefly about me as a medium reading the world, my Nostradamus, and prophetic traditions study'.  John, a man of many profound experiences regaled us for the whole show, sharing details of his life as a disciple of Osho spending 4 years living at Rajneeshpuram (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajneeshpuram) ashram, and his lifelong fascination with Nostradamus, unveiling his prophecies and explaining how they play out in modern history. The most amazing prophecy of all time,in Debra's opinion - The Lords Declaration (https://www.aetherius.org/the-next-master/) which informs humanity of the coming of the next Spiritual Master to Earth was given to Dr. George King (Note 1) by a Lord of Karma on the 23rd November 1958.  This astounding prophecy only received a passing mention due to John's enthused monologue coupled with our showtime limitations.To learn more about this incredible revelation we recommend you read the book Operation Starlight (https://www.aetherius.org/shop/the-holy-mountains-of-the-world/) and study the Mission which took Dr. George King on a worldwide journey climbing and acting as a channel for cosmic energies to be injected into18 Mountains making them Holy Spiritual Batteries for the use of all mankind for as long as this world exists.  Note 1.Dr. George King (1919-1997) was a Master of yoga, trance medium and the author of many books on spirituality. He was contacted by an extraterrestrial intelligence known as “Aetherius” in 1954, and founded The Aetherius Society in 1955 – to promote and act upon the wisdom of highly evolved intelligences from other planets who communicated with, and through, him for over 40 years. Further Study: www.hogueprophecy.com  is the best link to John Hogue and the prophecies of Nostradamus.   https://www.aetherius.org/shop/the-holy-mountains-of-the-world/  https://www.aetherius.org/the-next-master/ https://www.aetherius.org/dr-george-king/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajneeshpuram

Join the party to listen to some of our nearly 100 hundred different guests over the last three years. We chat over a glass of virtual bubbly to ex members of groups such as Jehovah's Witnesses, Children of God, NXIVM, Rajneeshpuram, Evangelicalism, Amish, Christian Fundamentalism and Conspiracism. Guests featured: Lizzie Ens, former Amish Brent Lee, former Conspiracist Daniella Mestyanek Young, Army Veteran and former member of the Children of God Chris French, Emeritus Professor of Anomalistic Psychology Goldsmiths UOL Susan Dones, ex NXIVM Daniel Allen Cox, Author and Former Jehovah's Witness Rachael Reign, Activist and Former UCKG Clare Alison Hams, Therapist and Former Jehovah's Witness JT and Lady Cee, YouTubers and ex Jehovah's Witnesses Dr Heather Ransom, Academic and ex Jehovah's Witness Alexander Millar, Artist and ex Jehovah's Witness Ali Millar, Author and ex Jehovah's Witness Kacey, Cult Vault Podcast Dr Alexandra Stein, Academic Daniel Stricker, Former Member KwaSizabantu Erika Bornean, Former Member KwaSizabantu Kendra Bryan, Former Evangelical Nicola Manson, Former Member Rajneeshpuram Riley, YouTuber and Former Jehovah Witness   To reach out to us: https://www.culthackers.com/ To become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/culthackers/posts              

Sonja Ulrich is a true survivor. Born in Germany, raised by a single mother in high society and at times move from town to town. Her mother joined the Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and become a Rajneeshee. Ulrich lived alone in Germany from ages 12 to 13, then at different European satellite communes for the next four years, all the while separated from her mother. When she turned 17, she was finally old enough for her chance to join Rajneeshpuram in Oregon. Despite swirling rumors of criminal activity and FBI infiltration of the site, Ulrich still wanted to go. As she arrived it was all falling apart and she found her self alone in the US. Ulrich enrolled at CSUDH in the early 2000s as a human services major, but then discovered her love of anthropology—the study of humans, and why they do what they do. Sonja graduated from CSUDH in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in cultural anthropology and minor in bellydance history, then went on to earn her master's degree in anthropology from CSU Long Beach. She began teaching as an adjunct professor at CSUDH in 2015, and over the course of her academic career, has found “amazing healing” through her discipline. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-brown57/support

AFTER THE ELECTION, the new formerly homeless residents of Rajneeshpuram were the most pressing problem for Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and his followers. They cost a lot of money to feed and house, and they started fights and made trouble. Rajneeshee leaders started out giving them bus tickets home, but that got very expensive very fast. After all, it had cost $1 million to bring them in by busloads; sending them home one or two at a time would be many times more than that. So finally, the Rajneeshees gave up and, herding them all aboard buses, simply hauled them to downtown Madras and dropped them off. Social-services agencies were forced to take on the task of getting them all home. The Salvation Army alone spent more than $100,000 taking care of them. (Near The Dalles, Wasco County; 1980s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/23-08d.rajneeshpuramPart4of5.html)

We discuss the story of the founding of the intentional community of Rajneeshpuram in the backcountry of Oregon and the crazy events that followed. 

IN THE COURTYARD at the Antelope Post Office today, there stands a large bronze plaque attached to the base of a flagpole. It reads, “Dedicated to those of this community who throughout the Rajneesh invasion and occupation of 1981-1985 remained, resisted and remembered.” Most visitors probably roll their eyes at this, thinking it a bit melodramatic. Invasion? Occupation? Puh-leeze, they might mutter. But the Rajneeshee takeover of Antelope was not an anodyne bureaucratic exercise. To those who lived through it, it really did feel like a foreign military power had rolled into their town and occupied it. It started out very stealthily. Several properties in the town were up for sale, and suddenly there were offers on all of them. Very ordinary-looking people signed the documents and took possession. Then some more very ordinary-looking people moved into the properties.... (Rajneeshpuram, Wasco County; 1980s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/23-08c.rajneeshpuramPart3of5.html)

ONCE UPON A time in India, a man lived. He would go on to become one of the most influential thinkers in new-age thought, but at this time — the early 1960s — he was merely a philosophy teacher, and one of thousands of gurus living and discoursing in that land of gurus. His name was Chandra Mohan Jain. But even then, just a few years out of graduate school, Jain was different. To call him charismatic would be a colossal understatement. By all accounts, this man could look into your eyes and speak to you for a half hour, and you would hurry home to sell all your earthly possessions to stay near him. He was charismatic enough that, by 1966, he was drawing big enough crowds and making fat enough cash on the speaking circuit to quit his teaching job at the University of Jabalpur, seven years after taking it, to focus on his “side hustle” as an independent guru. (Near Antelope, Wasco County; 1980s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/23-08.rajneeshpuramPart1of5.html)

This is the wild story of the Rajneesh Cult that occupied Oregon. The compound has a pretty crazy past. Come join us for this new episode. Support the show

This week is the start of the spooky season, which means we have awesome spooky episodes all month long! We kick off the season with an entire episode about cults! Kenzie runs the show and shares almost all there is to know about cults. She starts off with some “fun” facts about cults around the world, then shares the stories of two modern day cults, one of which is still active today. We hope you enjoy this spooktacular episode!--Follow us on Social Media and find out how to support A Scary State by clicking on our Link Tree: https://instabio.cc/4050223uxWQAl--Have a scary tale or listener story of your own? Send us an email to ascarystatepodcast@gmail.com! We can't wait to read it!--Thinking of starting a podcast? Thinking about using Buzzsprout for that? Well use our link to let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1722892--Works cited!https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dkbhgrpfkd1Gfofa5j5jF288ingC22hvB0DdYDnZlIA/edit?usp=sharing --Intro and outro music thanks to Kevin MacLeod. You can visit his site here: http://incompetech.com/. Which is where we found our music!

Go to http://mintmobile.com/darkdives to get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for free. Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do! https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtii Welcome to Dark Dives, a new series where we explore the murky and devious depths of humanity. Rajneeshpuram, run by their leader Bhagwan, was seen as a sanctuary for anyone that wanted to escape the difficult, stressful modern world. However, when they became involved with wire-tapping, poisoning, and immigration fraud, the community (or cult) doesn't look so ‘innocent' and restful after all. Was this all the result of a cult leader, a community led astray, or a few fringe members? Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii' Sources: https://justpaste.it/94zq8 Writers/Researchers/Helpers: Ali Z-B This episode was edited and mixed by: G. Thomas Craig Album cover art created by: Betsy Primes Intro Song Credits: Last to Fall- Will Van De Crommert Outro Song Credits: Sacred and Profane- Nicholas Rowe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Ash and Caitlyn from PNW Haunts and Homicides take you back to Rajneeshpuram. Ash originally covered Rajneesh and his followers in episode 20, which is now only available on the Patreon... and since then, she's learned some new things about "the Bhagwan" that were left out of the wildly popular Netflix documentary Wild, Wild Country.Rajneesh (aka the Sex Guru, the Rolls-Royce Guru and Osho) started his ashram in India and hundreds of Westerners flocked to study with this enlightened and mysterious Guru. What they didn't know is that his "dynamic meditations" had little to do with meditation, and a lot more to do with physical and sexual assault. He was driven out of India and even greater mania ensued...This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Start your mental health journey today and give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/thatsso. Using our code will get you 10% off of your first month!-Join us for as little as $5 a month on Patreon!-We'd love to see you in our Discord, come hang out!-We have really fun merch, go take a look!-Follow us on Instagram and Twitter!-Research and audio editing by Caitlyn and Cassie at PNW Haunts and Homicides.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4523794/advertisement

Bold statements and tantalizing teasers? This episode has them in spades. We're joined by Ash from TSFU for Part 2. Brace yourself as we navigate the unsettling world of charisma gone horrifically astray, spotlighting cult leader and master manipulator Bhagwan Rajneesh. We pull back the curtain on the paradox of followers reporting blissful experiences in his presence, as we lay bare the chilling methods employed for control and abuse.Delving into the eccentricities and often gauche excesses of Bhagwan Rajneesh, we illuminate the dark corners of his 'free love' philosophy. We recount stories of rampant abuse within the group and the horrifying tales of the victims who still fear facing repercussions for speaking out. We'll detail the saga of the small community - Antelope, Oregon, that was infiltrated and overpowered by Rajneesh's followers, as well as the alarming lengths taken in pursuit of power and control.Spoiler alert

Cults and cult leaders can be a disturbing topic to delve into, but it's crucial to expose these manipulative figures and their actions. Tough topics are always a little easier with a friend by your side and that's why we're joined by Ash from TSFU! This episode takes you on the first half of a dark and twisted journey, that of a notorious figure and his devoted followers. We strip away illusions, exposing the shocking truths, some omitted from the Netflix documentary covering the infamous group and the path of destruction that followed. The Bhagwan (or Rajneesh) proves a puzzling spiritual leader, rejecting traditional religious structures and amassing symbols of wealth. Rajneesh's story is also one of both fame and scandal marked by a number of allegations, and many acts of wrong doing. We'll explore the controversial habits, and often contradictory beliefs to begin to chip away at one of the key questions regarding the case, how did a man so contentious rise to power & influence?  The Rajneeshees would leave an unmistakable trail of violence, abuse, and scandal in a small, rural community of Antelope, Oregon. Part 2 will cover how this group left an indelible mark on Wasco County as well as many surrounding areas of the Pacific Northwest. So, brace yourselves as we unravel the secrets of one of the most extreme cults in the Pacific Northwest.Exposing the dark underbelly of these spiritual gurus highlights the danger of manipulation and the seductive power of spirituality, underscoring the importance of awareness and vigilance in recognizing the signs of coercive groups, as well as the potentially destructive effects they can have on individuals and communities. Many cult leaders use spirituality as a weapon to control and exploit their followers. By understanding their tactics, we can better equip ourselves to recognize and combat such manipulation, preventing further victimization and ensuring a safer, more informed society.Today we shared a promo for the podcast They Don't Stay Dead!Come see us at: True Crime & Paranormal Podcast Festival! If you're enjoying our podcast, please consider leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.  It helps get us seen by more creepy people just like you!  Stay connected with us for more creepy content.   Visit our website!  Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon,  & more!  If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link.  There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Apple Podcasts or the Buzzsprout Subscription Feature, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.Pastebin: for sourcesSupport the show

What was a promised Utopia descended into a nightmare and chaos. Attempted take over of a county and eventually an entire state, biological attacks and murder all fueled by paranoia, greed and power. Today we dive into the story that captured and shocked a nation when what was presented as a sustainable, peace loving, utopian dream turned into a nightmare and ruined the lives of many!Email us at: downtherh@protonmail.comSend in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nwczradios-dtrh/message

What was a promised Utopia descended into a nightmare and chaos. Attempted take over of a county and eventually an entire state, biological attacks and murder all fueled by paranoia, greed and power. Today we dive into the story that captured and shocked a nation when what was presented as a sustainable, peace loving, Utopian dream turned into a nightmare and ruined the lives of many! Email us at: downtherh@protonmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nwczradios-dtrh/message

Antes de ser conhecido como Osho, e antes mesmo de ser conhecido como Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, o futuro líder espiritual se chamava Rajneesh Chandra Mohan Jain. Após ser perseguido na índia, se muda para os EUA e funda sua própria comunidade espiritual. Uma verdadeira batalha de nervos se instaura entre os moradores de Antelope e a comunidade recém batizada de Rajneeshpuram. Desconfiança e intimidação eram destilados de todos os lados, seja pelos moradores de Antelope desejando a saída dos forasteiros, seja pelos Sannyasins liderados por Sheela, desejosos de se expandir. Guerra cultural, terrorismo biológico e um líder espiritual em silêncio. Quem foi OSHO? No episódio de hoje, nossos investigadores Andrei Fernandes, Ira Croft, Tupá Guerra e Vinicius Ferreira do Magickando convidam Maycon Rodrigo do podcast Fale, Ser! para dissertar sobre a história de Rajneesh e sua tão influente seita.

The Rajneesh Movement was formed in India in the early 70's and after some trouble with the local authorities there, they moved their group to Oregon. While there they formed their own town called Rajneeshpuram and attempted to take over the nearby town of Antelope. This would lead to several group members being arrested for poisoning local salad bars with salmonella in which was the United States' first documented bio terror attack. They took it even further with the assassination plot of U.S. Attorney Charles H. Turner.Follow us on Twitter @OGMMPodcast or send us an email at bangdangpodcast@gmail.com!

Unlikely as it sounds, law-enforcement people who worked the case think it easily could have ended in a “bloody mess” if they had had to actually invade the commune to take the Bhagwan into custody. (Antelope, Wasco County; 1980s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/H1005e_Bhagwan4of4.html)

The Bhagwan's assistant, Ma Anand Sheela, set the tone for the commune's relations with the rest of Oregon — and that tone was not a friendly one. Soon the “Rajneeshies” were planning a political takeover ... (Antelope, Wasco County; 1980s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/H1005c_Bhagwan2of4.htm)

Bad health, a bad reputation and a big tax bill drove Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh out of India and into Central Oregon. Hilarity ensued ... hilarity, that is, in the original sense of the word. (Antelope, Wasco County; 1980s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/H1005b_Bhagwan1of4.htm)

A little different take on "true crime" this week in Bettina's story. She shares about the "religion-less teacher" who leads with his religious teachings...Rajneesh. He led by a vow of silence in his Rolls-Royce driving down the streets of the little city his followers created, Rajneeshpuram in Oregon. With his devout followers, laughing and crying meditations, sex, and the color red Rajneesh and his "right hand woman" Sheela, changed the little town of Antelope, Oregon forever! Beth takes her paranormal story to the coast of Oregon - to Heceta Head. Where there's the most picturesque bed and breakfast and Lighthouse that's "haunted" by a ghost named Rue? Cheers to our listeners! Want more Hangover? Want to join Patreon? check this out: https://linktr.ee/Killer.Hangover.Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/killerhangoverpodcast/message

Welcome to the first official episode of Cult Hackers (formerly 'What should I think about..?') For our first show we have a wonderful and knowledgeable cult hacker, former cult member Nicola Ranson. The Netflix documentary series Wild Wild Country became a worldwide hit with its fascinating story of a cultic group's strange journey from free love to bio terrorism. Nicola Ranson is now a mental health professional and author, with her memoir 'A slice of orange' coming out in 2023. She was a member of the Rajneesh group for ten years and talks about her attraction to the group, life within it, her journey out and how she made sense of her life after leaving. To become a patron https://www.patreon.com/culthackers To contact us https://culthackers.com Nicola Ranson https://nicolaranson.org/    

Did you know Rajneeshpuram was an Indian cult that moved to the US? Shafi and Dan explore the history of cults in the East and the West. They discuss cults in everyday life, cult personality, and ponder the future of cults.

Welcome to our 2-parter episode on Ma Anand Sheela! A woman we all know very very well at this point, thanks to the Netflix documentary Wild Wild Country.Sheela was the former secretary and personal assistant of the Indian spiritual leader Rajneesh. Rajneesh, also called Osho, was a very popular leader who rallied almost 15,000 followers at the height of his influence. Sheela, as his right-hand woman, moved Rajneesh's commune from a small Ashram in Pune to a massive ranch in a small rural town in Oregon. The commune, which was known for its alternative ways of life, did not appeal to the local population, who felt they were taking over. And soon the American media and law enforcement also joined them in this understanding.Sheela, who was the sole spokeswoman for Rajneeshpuram, which was the name of the city -- Osho had taken an unofficial vow of silence around this time, and rarely ever made public appearances. So, Sheela was the public face of it all, and took all this pushback against the Rajneeshpuram commune very personally. So personally in fact, that she attempted to influence the local county elections, and get Rajneeshpuram more power at the state level, essentially committing voter fraud.And when that wasn't successful, she decided to poison a bunch of voters with salmonella bacteria, incapacitating almost 750 people in the country.And when that wasn't successful she attempted to assassinate the attorney general that was prosecuting her case.And when that wasn't successful… oh actually I think that's the entire list. For now.She does eventually go to prison for her outstanding work in the field of poisonings and contract killings. And then she gets out and makes hella money from the experience. So we are going to spend some time understanding WHO Sheela was. We have many many primary sources for this 2-parter episode, and we hope it does some justice to who Sheela was as a person! Find out more at - https://ivmpodcasts.com/miss-conduct-blogYou can follow our hosts on Instagram.Miss Conduct: https://instagram.com/missconductpodRagavi: https://www.instagram.com/ragi.dosai/Nisha: https://www.instagram.com/just.nishful.thinking/You can listen to this show and other incredible shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

Welcome to our 2-parter episode on Ma Anand Sheela ! A woman we all know very very well at this point, thanks to the Netflix documentary Wild Wild Country.Sheela was the former secretary and personal assistant of the Indian spiritual leader Rajneesh. Rajneesh, also called Osho, was a very popular leader who rallied almost 15,000 followers at the height of his influence. Sheela, as his right-hand woman, moved Rajneesh's commune from a small Ashram in Pune to a massive ranch in a small rural town in Oregon. The commune, which was known for its alternative ways of life, did not appeal to the local population, who felt they were taking over. And soon the American media and law enforcement also joined them in this understanding.Sheela, who was the sole spokeswoman for Rajneeshpuram, which was the name of the city -- Osho had taken an unofficial vow of silence around this time, and rarely ever made public appearances. So, Sheela was the public face of it all, and took all this pushback against the Rajneeshpuram commune very personally. So personally in fact, that she attempted to influence the local county elections, and get Rajneeshpuram more power at the state level, essentially committing voter fraud.And when that wasn't successful, she decided to poison a bunch of voters with salmonella bacteria, incapacitating almost 750 people in the country.And when that wasn't successful she attempted to assassinate the attorney general that was prosecuting her case.And when that wasn't successful… oh actually I think that's the entire list. For now.She does eventually go to prison for her outstanding work in the field of poisonings and contract killings. And then she gets out and makes hella money from the experience. So we are going to spend some time understanding WHO Sheela was. We have many many primary sources for this 2-parter episode, and we hope it does some justice to who Sheela was as a person! Find out more at - https://ivmpodcasts.com/miss-conduct-blogYou can follow our hosts on Instagram.Miss Conduct: https://instagram.com/missconductpodRagavi: https://www.instagram.com/ragi.dosai/Nisha: https://www.instagram.com/just.nishful.thinking/You can listen to this show and other incredible shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

The story of Bhagwan Rajneesh, the Indian guru who established a movement/sex cult that tried to take over the state of Oregon, USA in the 1980s. Bhagwan, his right hand woman Sheela, and their thousands of followers descended on a quiet rural community & proceeded to build their own city-sized commune, complete with its own roads, airport and enough space to house the cult's loyal followers (mostly white, middle class, Western hippies).The group were so determined to build & protect their commune (dedicated to peace and free love) they resorted to rigging elections, plotting murders, & committing the largest bio-terror attack of the century.  Skip straight to the story: approx 6:30 We give you Just The Gist, but if you want more, there's this: Watch Wild Wild Country on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/search?q=wild%20wild%20&jbv=80145240 Watch the follow up doco about Sheela, also on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/search?q=wild%20wild%20&jbv=81211264 Read Russell King's new book, Rajneeshpuram (available free on Audible) https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Rajneeshpuram-Audiobook/B09L59764G?ref=a_library_t_c5_libItem_&pf_rd_p=74d71ce1-f90f-405f-b4c3-d38cdc1d6ae4&pf_rd_r=W7X2BS2YHKDS5R1ZRSEV Listen to Russell's podcast Building Utopia https://www.buildingutopiapodcast.com/home Read what it was like to be a kid in the commune https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2018/apr/24/wild-wild-country-netflix-cult-sex-noa-maxwell-bhagwan-shree-rajneesh-commune-childhood Read about a recent experience a journalist had at an Osho retreat complete with Dynamic Meditation https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/apr/05/screaming-hitting-sweating-how-my-wild-wild-country-retreat-led-to-contentment   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rajneesh Movement was formed in India in the early 70's and after some trouble with the local authorities there, they moved their group to Oregon. While there they formed their own town called Rajneeshpuram and attempted to take over the nearby town of Antelope. This would lead to several group members being arrested for poisoning local salad bars with salmonella in which was the United States' first documented bio terror attack. They took it even further with the assassination plot of U.S. Attorney Charles H. Turner. Follow us on Twitter @OGMMPodcast or send us an email at bangdangpodcast@gmail.com!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/outlaws-gunslingers/support.

In our tenth episode, we discuss the MONEY and RAJNEESHPURAM.You can follow us on Twitter @cultusapod or email us at unclesam@cultusapod.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cult-america/donations

We look at the history of a small town in Oregon that was created by a cult.

We have 2 new cults to talk about: Jonestown and Rajneeshpuram. Then we chat about the psychology of cults.

News and documentary photographer Milt Ritter is a legend in Portland. You may never have seen him, but you've seen his work. He crafted video stories for more than 40 years—at KATU, KGW and OPB. Many of the best reporters and photographers in Portland learned by watching him. I did. He's also the nicest, caring and laid-back character you would ever want to ride in car with to Rajneeshpuram and back. We had a blast re-living some of the stories we did together. It was better than a “wage-cation” (Ritterism) Giant Dictionary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOTmQnK47OE Elevator Etiquette: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6_2z4Sb6hc Moon Shoes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBrS7Zsh4gc Water Commentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIHzh0nEgwk Self Cleaning House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h95O5dQkoD4&t=4s

Alex and Clara dive back into Alex's coffee table book and explore two more cults! Specifically Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and the Rajneeshpuram and also Heaven's Gate (away team)!

On the latest episode of The Yoga Show podcast, Lindsay chats with yoga teacher, mental health advocate, and actor Michelle Natalie Nunez. Michelle stars in Tyler Perry's Ruthless, a fictional series that takes a hard look inside a bizarre sex-crazed Rakadushi cult -- which has striking similarities to that of the Rajneeshpuram, led by the Indian guru Rajneesh (later known as Osho).  Michelle's character was introduced this past Thursday, in the show's mid-season premiere. She joined us to talk about how she uses her practice to stay centered and grounded during grueling filming of complex, often triggering subject matter.  You can find Michelle on instagram at @meeeeshellle And as always, check us out at yogajournal.com for more. We're on twitter @yoga_journal and instagram @yogajournal Follow Lindsay on social media @linds.tucker

Ma Anand Sheela  was the spokeswoman of the Rajneesh movement (aka Osho movement) and star of the Netflix series Wild Wild Country. In 1986, she pleaded guilty to attempted murder and assault for her role in the 1984 Rajneeshee bioterror attack.As the personal secretary of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh from 1981 through 1985, she managed the Rajneeshpuram ashram in Oregon.  In 1986, she pleaded guilty to attempted murder and assault for her role in the 1984 Rajneeshee bioterror attack.  She was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison and served 39 months.Sheela now lives in Switzerland where she manages a care home, and it was from here that she was kind enough to take some time out to speak to me.Books - https://www.amazon.co.ukWild Wild Country - https://www.youtube.comTitle track composed by Jerry Hyde and Nick Van Gelder, produced by Nick Van Gelder, keyboards by Kenny Dickenson, brass by Noel Langley, vocals by Sian O'Gorman.