Natalie Fienblatt sits with the text, "Psychologist," pointing at her. Cult leader Shoko Asahara is bearded to the right with the text, "Aum Shinrikyo," and "Rise & Fall" over him.

Understanding The Violent Acts of Shoko Asahara And His Following: Aum Shinrikyo

Classified by the US government as both a cult and terrorist organization, Shoko Asahara amassed a large global following. Merle and Joyce interview a clinical psychologist to unpack the terrifying rise and fall of Aum Shinrikyo.

Produced By Merle O'Neal, Sarah Hashim-Waris. See the full credits.

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