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In 1959, psychiatrist Milton Rokeach brought together 3 schizophrenic men who believed they were Jesus Christ, hoping to cure them. Over time, his methods became dangerously amoral.
The Three Christs Of Ypsilanti
March 24, 2017
In 1959, psychiatrist Milton Rokeach brought together 3 schizophrenic men who believed they were Jesus Christ, hoping to cure them. Over time, his methods became dangerously amoral.
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In 1959, psychiatrist Milton Rokeach brought together three schizophrenic men who believed they were Jesus Christ, hoping to cure them of their delusions. But over time, his methods became dangerously amoral.
Thanks to Richard Bonier and Ronald Hoppe for their help. Additional thanks to Peter Shyppert as the voice of Milton Rokeach.
You can buy The Three Christs of Ypsilanti, Rokeach’s book, right here.
Producer: Stephanie Foo
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