Ian Thorson devoted his life to following a Buddhist guru and went on a silent retreat in the Arizona desert. But his quest for enlightenment became a deadly saga.

Brothers Mark and Duane Chynoweth believe they have finally broken free from a dangerous Mormon fundamental cult and its egomaniacal leader. Then, nearly two decades later, a deadly hit from a prison cell brings them right back into the fold.

Shunning and disfellowship in religious communities leave people psychologically damaged - and can be criminal actions.

Kim's friend Sharon Mulder, talks about what she learned from this story; Neil McKay, a inspector with the mounted police, talks about how the police community has to deal with cultural differences.

Kim Anderson, a divorced mother of two and devout Jehovah’s Witness, finally finds the man of her dreams. But on their wedding day, she has a sinking feeling that something is terribly wrong.

Eli is a gay man in an intolerant conservative Amish community.

When Netta McKoy moves in with her boyfriend Peter Moses Jr, she finds out he is a polygamist cult leader trying to populate a nation of Black Hebrew Israelites.

Isaac is looking to recruit soldiers who have been through traumatic experiences to join a dangerous militia group with terrifying plans to kill.

An aspiring artist and spiritual seeker, Elli Perkins, joins her local Church of Scientology and believes she's finally found the path to happiness.

Amish children look forward their entire lives for their Rumspringa, a time for them to explore and become adults.

Barbara Weaver's idyllic Amish home is shattered by the ungodly actions of her husband Eli, who defies the rules of their pious, devout sect, with tragic consequences. Are there any lessons that can be learned from this story?

Bob Angleton tries to stay on top of his taxes, in order to keep the IRS off his back and stay away from his illegal gambling ring.

Violence is common in the booking community. If you don't watch your back, you or your family could be in danger.

Sports wagering is the most popular form of gambling in the world. Bob Angleton is known as the one of the biggest bookies in the Houston area.

Misfit Andre "Angel" Melendez moves to New York City, and is longing to join the exclusive club world.

Fueled by a drug haze, Michael Alig leads his Club Kids down a dark path.

In order to show their commitment to the cause Ray asks people to shave their heads, but some are afraid they will lose their careers.

James Arthur Ray has many tests to push his followers, but did he go too far? People gathered in the desert for an intense, cleansing spiritual retreat, submitting to their leader as he encourages them to "die and be reborn".

Kirby Brown, an adventurous artist is drawn to self-help guru, James Arthur Ray. Kirby is killed by his teachings, was there a way to stop it?

If someone breaks any major Amish laws, they can be shunned from their community for the rest of their lives. Such was the case with Edward Gingerich.

Sports wagering is the most popular form of gambling in the world. Bob Angleton is known as the one of the biggest bookies in the Houston area.

Bob Angleton tries to stay on top of his taxes, in order to keep the IRS off his back and stay away from his illegal gambling ring.

Violence is common in the booking community. If you don't watch your back, you or your family could be in danger.

Recovering from an abusive relationship, Amber looks for love on a popular dating site. Soon, she meets her perfect man who promises to keep her safe. But the relationship takes a turn for the worst when police are called to their shared home one day.

Responding to a Craigslist ad, Scott Davis thinks he has found the perfect job working on a ranch on rural Ohio. But just as soon as he is hired, he disappears - and he isn't the first.

13-year-old Kacie Woody meets two male friends via the internet: Scott from Atlanta; and Dave, a surfing enthusiast from California. But one of these boys is not what he seems, and Kacie's innocent online contacts turn to tragedy.

Unemployed David Pauley applies to a Craigslist ad offering a tantalizing lifeline just as the recession hits. The job sounds perfect: a live-in caretaker for a ranch in Ohio. But just as soon as he is hired, he disappears - and he isn't the first.

When George Weber doesn't show up for work, police discover his mutilated body in his apartment. Investigation of his on line activity exposes George's private life and may provide the key to nailing his murderer.

36-year old Indle King courts beautiful 18-year old Anastasia Solovieva online. She travels from her home in Kyrgyztan to Seattle to marry him, but her American dream turns into a nightmare when she realizes that Indle is not the man she thought he was.

When newly-single Heather Jones fails to turn up for work one day, her friends begin to worry. Could she have suddenly run away with Mr. Right? Or is the truth much darker?

Two days before her due date, pregnant teen Amanda Howard gets into the car of a seemingly generous stranger she met online. But when her new acquaintance turns out to have a sickening plan, Amanda and her baby are left fighting for their lives.

City-girl Leslie Belkin moves south and meets a man on Craigslist. At first George seems perfect - he's nice and helpful around the yard. But once she discovers his criminal record, she realizes she isn't the only casual encounter George has made online.