Heaven's Gate
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Heaven's Gate is essential listening — not just about a cult, but about how ordinary people get drawn into belief systems that end in collective death. Some of the finest podcast journalism ever produced."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode
Pros & cons
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team — exceptional across all dimensions
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
About this podcast
Glynn Washington's nine-part investigation into the Heaven's Gate cult and the 1997 mass suicide in which 39 members killed themselves believing they would board an alien spacecraft. Meticulously reported from inside the surviving community.
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What is Heaven's Gate about?
Glynn Washington's nine-part investigation into the Heaven's Gate cult and the 1997 mass suicide in which 39 members killed themselves believing they would board an alien spacecraft. Meticulously reported from inside the surviving community.
Is Heaven's Gate worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". It scores 8/10 on binge factor. The definitive nine-part investigation into Heaven's Gate and the 1997 mass suicide.
Who is Heaven's Gate for?
Heaven's Gate is ideal for: Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode.
What is the best episode of Heaven's Gate to start with?
Start with whichever case title sounds most interesting to you.
Where can I listen to Heaven's Gate?
Heaven's Gate is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Heaven's Gate?
If you enjoy Heaven's Gate, you might also like: Pipeline, The Clearing, Two-Faced: John of God, The Apology Line. See our full "Podcasts Like Heaven's Gate" page for more recommendations.
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- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Country
- United States
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