high-logically irrational listeners, we all want love, right? That happily ever-after-feeling

of finding your soulmate. Well, what if someone not only claimed they could help you find

that perfect partner? They guaranteed it. Twin Flames, a riveting new podcast from Wondery,

is about what happens when the quest for love turns into a dangerous obsession.

Jeff and Shalia, a young couple famous on YouTube, teach about Twin Flames.

It's a deep, romantic connection with your perfect, ultimate partner in their videos.

It's divine love. You're designed for no one else and they're designed for no one else.

But the path to finding your twin flame, well, it isn't so simple. Some followers allege

that they were encouraged to cut ties with friends and family that were holding them back.

They were also pushed to claim their twin flame through any means necessary.

By the time some members were able to leave the group, they claim they don't even recognize

themselves and fear for their safety. Well, I'm about to play you a preview of Twin Flames,

and while you're listening, follow Twin Flames on Apple podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify,

or you can listen ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app.

A listener note. This episode contains adult content and language. This may not be suitable for

all listeners. It was July 2019, Toronto.

An average hotel meeting room.

Base carpet, rows of gray chairs, a platform at the front.

Dozens of people milled around waiting.

Among them was Victoria Bonilla.

This was my first time meeting anybody from this group, and it was such an interesting experience

because everybody was so awkward. People gathered in groups.

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