Stacey and Dori turn their attention to Teal Swan, a spiritual influencer whose teachings on healing and suicide have made her both magnetic and deeply controversial. Drawing from the docuseries The Deep End, the hosts unpack how Swan shapes her image, the unsettling dynamics within her inner circle, and why so many vulnerable people are drawn into her orbit. With Dr. John weighing in, the conversation digs into the psychology of manipulation, the ethics of self-proclaimed healers, and what this story reveals about belief, control, and the human need for answers.

Source Documentary: "The Deep End" on Prime Video

In this episode of Pod Candy, Stacey and Dori dive into Betting on Zero and expose the dark underbelly of Herbalife—a company accused of preying on vulnerable communities under the guise of opportunity. Joined by Dr. John, they peel back the layers of manipulation, exploitation, and broken promises that define multi-level marketing. In a groundbreaking moment, the hosts identify a new cult category—the “MLM Cult”—where recruitment replaces retail and loyalty is leveraged like currency. Is it a business, a scam, or something far more sinister? Tune in as they unpack the psychology, the players, and the real-world impact of this modern-day money cult.

Source Documentary: "Betting on Zero" on YouTube TV

In this powerful episode of Pod Candy, Stacey and Dori dive into Surviving Ohio State, the documentary exposing one of the largest sexual abuse scandals in U.S. history. They discuss the decades of abuse committed by Dr. Richard Strauss, the silence of Ohio State University, and the devastating toll on more than 300 male athletes whose voices went unheard for far too long.

Joined by Dr. John Mayer, the conversation unpacks the systemic failures that protected power over people, the stigma male survivors face, and the long shadows abuse casts over a life. From whistleblowers and cover-ups to the lasting trauma carried by survivors, this episode asks hard questions about accountability, justice, and the courage it takes to speak the truth.

Source Documentary: Surviving Ohio State on HBO Max.

If you’re a survivor or supporting one, resources are linked in the show notes. You are not alone.