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What if a bar of soap could be accused of devil worship? And what if that rumor didn't just spread through whispers, but was fueled by a corporate rival, sparking a multi-million dollar legal war that lasted for decades? Get ready to dive down one of the most bizarre rabbit holes in American corporate history. In this episode, we unpack the infamous "Procter & Gamble is Satanic" Hoax—a conspiracy theory so powerful it forced a global corporation to redesign its logo. But this was no random urban legend. We'll trace the rumor's origins and uncover the shocking role played by its biggest rival: the multi-level marketing (MLM) giant, Amway. We're pulling back the curtain on Amway's entire operation, from its controversial business model and the endless pyramid scheme allegations to the long, bitter litigation with Procter & Gamble. We'll explore the court documents that debated whether spreading a devil worship rumor could be considered "commercial speech" and how this entire saga was a perfect storm, born from the cultural hysteria of the Satanic Panic. This is more than just a story about a logo. It’s a deep dive into business conspiracy theories, corporate warfare, and the incredible power of a lie. We'll examine the controversies, the court battles, and the cultural panic that turned household brands into symbols of a supposed satanic conspiracy. Ready to find out how soap, Satan, and salesmanship collided in a true story that's stranger than fiction? Hit that play button, subscribe for more deep dives into the stories you thought you knew, and share this unbelievable tale with anyone who loves a good conspiracy.

Those who walk the path of SATAN must understand that true power does not lie in destruction or outrage, but in mastery of the self. SATAN calls not for blind chaos, but for awakening—the breaking of....

Knights Templar: separating fact from fiction. Discover the truth about their alleged involvement in heretical activities and devil worship.

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In the late 1990s, Italy was worried that Satanism was on the rise. There were whispers of cults and worshippers performing dark rituals to appease the devil and citizens were flocking to their churches worried about their immortal souls and the safety of their loved ones. This fear was not completely unfounded. In the outskirts of Milan, in Busto Arsizio, was a heavy metal band that had taken the idea of Satanic worship and twisted it until their desire to appease Satan turned them into killers. The Beasts of Satan terrorized the community from the shadows for years, and at least 3 people were killed in the name of the Devil, until it all came crashing down in 2004.  Connect with us on Social Media! You can find us at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookofthedeadpod/ X: https://twitter.com/Bkofthedeadpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550490186243 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookofthedeadpod Or visit our website at http://botdpod.com/ Featuring a promo for Scottish Murders: cotland’s landscapes are some of the most breath-taking in the world, from the humungous mountains in the Highlands to the golden beaches strewn from coast to coast and dense forest lined roads that weave around Scotland.However, just like anywhere else in the world, scratch a little below the surface and you will find some of the most evil of killers lurking. Join us as we dive into the not so nice side of Scotland and tell you about some well known and not so well known murders, some mysterious murders, some shocking murders… all things murderous.Welcome to Scottish Murders. Listenhttps://open.spotify.com/show/63qdcQbADDUbB7L9B0Nl4G?si=9f980ed43f9340aa ABC News. 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Church of Satan History: The Church of Satan. Church of Satan. https://churchofsatan.com/cos-church-of-satan/Del Frate, C. (2024, May 4). La verità di Maccione, medium-assassino delle Bestie di Satana: «Tutto ruotava intorno alla donna. Io non mi sono mai sentito un mostro». Corriere Della Sera. https://www.corriere.it/sette/attualita/24_maggio_04/la-verita-di-maccione-medium-assassino-delle-bestie-di-satana-tutto-ruotava-intorno-alla-donna-io-non-mi-sono-mai-sentito-un-mostro-3067fce8-9152-4499-81a4-fd3687532xlk.shtml?refresh_ceDemetriou, D. (2005, January 14). Beasts of Satan’s killing spree has Italy transfixed | The Independent. The Independent. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/beasts-of-satan-s-killing-spree-has-italy-transfixed-486599.htmlDoland, A. (2005, February 26). Italian University launches course on exorcism. Chron. https://www.chron.com/life/houston-belief/article/Italian-university-launches-course-on-exorcism-1505645.phpFuqua, L. M. (2022, May 25). 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Knights Templar: separating fact from fiction. Discover the truth about their alleged involvement in heretical activities and devil worship.

It was a move that many said was long overdue.

It was a move that many said was long overdue.

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