Producer Jonathan Hirsch had a childhood much like yours -- except his family had a secret. They were followers of a controversial spiritual leader named Franklin Jones. To Jonathan’s parents, Franklin Jones was a god, but to people outside the group, Jones was a cult leader. Now, Jonathan is going back, trying to find out what happened -- and whether the group really did become a cult.
Dear Franklin Jones
Claim This Podcastby Stitcher & Jonathan Hirsch
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12 episodes
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Producer Jonathan Hirsch had a childhood much like yours -- except his family had a secret. They were followers of a controversial spiritual leader named Franklin Jones. To Jonathan’s parents, Franklin Jones was a god, but to people outside the group, Jones was a cult leader. Now, Jonathan is going back, trying to find out what happened -- and whether the group really did become a cult.
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Recent Episodes
July 7, 2025
The Mind Is Burning: Epilogue
The episode previews the memoir "The Mind Is Burning: Losing my Father to a Cult and Dementia," available as an audiobook.
May 13, 2025
The Mind Is Burning: Chapter 1
The author shares a preview from their memoir about losing their father to a cult and dementia.
April 22, 2025
The Mind Is Burning: Prologue
The host previews their upcoming audiobook memoir, exploring themes of family loss and cult experiences.
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