Ep. - 1359 - SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE: A TEENAGE HOLY WAR THE RELIGION BUSINESS

Kate discusses Shiny Happy People: A Teenage Holy, An Amazon Prime docuseries which reveals the rise and fall of Teen Mania Ministries. Led by preacher Ron Luce, this influential evangelical youth group used high-energy events and strict programs—but behind the scenes were stories of control, spiritual manipulation, and lasting trauma. Kate interviews Nathan Apffel and Chris Ayoub, the co-creators of The Religion Business documentary series, to uncover the complex relationship between religion, influence, and commerce. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecasey See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .