Think you might be in a cult? Want to know the signs? Join Sarah Edmondson and Anthony “Nippy” Ames to talk about things that are..a little bit culty. Or in their case: a whole bunch of culty. As whistleblowers documented in the critically-acclaimed HBO series “The Vow,” Sarah and Nippy have a lot to say about their experience, and burning questions to ask people with similar stories. They’re here to help people understand, heal from, and avoid abusive situations one little red flag at a tim ...

An ex-fundamentalist sheds light on the dark side of the church… from the pulpit to the pews.

Cult survivor stories. Hi! I’m Shelise Ann Sola— former devout Mormon. On C2C, my husband Jonathan and I dive deep into the nuance of cultic organizations and coercive manipulators. We are not anti-religious, but anti-abuse, and shed light in dark places to bring compassion, understanding and accountability. Together we discover how our guests find independence and healing through awareness and true individual sovereignty.

Former students of Christian Centre Academy in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan outline their experience at an Evangelical Christian School at the centre of a 25 million dollar class action lawsuit. Hear their stories of abuse and escaping what they describe as a cult, with updates on the ongoing lawsuit.

True Crime Conversations explores the stories and the people behind some of the world’s most notorious crimes.

Marc Headley worked at Scientology’s secret desert compound, which houses all Scientology management, for 15 years. The 500-acre property is located deep in the California desert. The local townspeople were told lectures and films were made there. But is that all that was happening? It is the location of a multi-million dollar home for L. Ron Hubbard, built two decades after his death. It is the home of Scientology’s current leader, David Miscavige. So what really happens at the Int Base? Ar ...

Join Jen and Erikka as they discuss toxic workplaces, including the subtle signs that your work environment might be harming your well-being, the psychological and physical impacts of staying in such an environment, and practical strategies for navigating and ultimately escaping toxic work cultures. Plus, hear real-life stories from people who’ve experienced these environments firsthand. Don't miss this insightful and empowering conversation!

Writers Joel Jessup and Chris Regan reimagine cult and classic movies by adding John Carpenter's The Thing into the story. Not even the two hosts understand why they are doing this but they'll figure it out, one movie at a time.

NXIVM (pronounced "Nexium") calls itself a humanitarian community. Experts call it a cult. Uncover: Escaping NXIVM is an investigative podcast series about the group, its leader Keith Raniere and one woman's journey to get out. From CBC Podcasts and CBC News. For the best in true crime from CBC, ad-free, visit apple.co/cbctruecrime.

Feet of Clay – Confessions of the Cult Sisters – What's it like to live in a Christian cult commune? How the hell do smart people get brainwashed into crazy beliefs and behaviors? Tracey & Sharon share their parallel journeys into and out of Last Days Ministries, led by Christian music super-star Keith Green (and later his wife Melody Green). Plus they interview others who also got out of high-control groups and toxic churches. Arranged marriages? Purity culture virgins? Religious trauma? Su ...

Podcast about leaving an overbearing religion or cult behind.

Butterflies and Bravery is a podcast created and hosted by two cult Survivors and best friends who were born into the notorious Children of God cult. Listen as Whisper and Jemima tell their stories of turning surviving into thriving, interview other Survivors, and straight talk all things cult, trauma, and religion recovery. Our episodes are guest-led, so anything can happen! Our conversations are real, raw and often NSFW. They may be triggering. But they will thrill and inspire you and give ...

A four-part serialised investigative podcast from News24 about a cult in KwaZulu-Natal.

On this weekly advice show, comedian & author Chelsea Handler answers listener questions with the hilarious edge you know her for. Joined each week by co-host Catherine Law and celebrity guests, Chelsea never shies away from giving her honest opinion on everything from love, sex and weed to family issues or losing a loved one. Every episode takes you on a ride from funny and informative to inspirational and heartbreaking – and back again. Do you need advice from Chelsea? Send us your questio ...

Kristjana Hillberg, media relations manager & avid storytelling advocate, connects with each guest as they share their biggest intuitive experiences to reveal all of the ways our inner knowing gets through to us. From exposing infidelity, battling addiction, and escaping a cult, nobody’s inner voice is the same and no topic is off limits. This podcast is here to help remind you to listen to your gut, encourage you to take authentic action, and change your f*cking life. To work with Kris or s ...

This podcast is centered around conversations that discuss the ever growing dilemma of escaping the status quo or the matrix to live the lives of our choosing. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/redpillradio/support

Psychologist Nick Fortino hosts influential thought leaders in conversation about a variety of topics relevant to psychology, including critical examinations of modern-day psychiatry, social dynamics, psychology in politics, transformation, various forms of therapy, intimate relationships, the psychology of serial killers, etcetera! Created by Nick Fortino & Robert Daluz

Gaslight (/ˈɡaslīt/). Verb. Manipulating someone by psychological means into questioning their own reality. The Gaslight Effect podcast is hosted by Dr. Robin Stern, co-founder of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of the best-selling book, The Gaslight Effect. On her podcast, Robin helps listeners identify gaslighting, to escape the destructive dynamic and reclaim their reality.

What started as a space to discuss health and spirituality topics expanded into interviews around health, culture, policy, and current events with those bold enough to tell the truth. Truth connects us all and I'm here to talk about it.

A gab fest with twenty-somethings Madeline Ford and Maalvika Bhat. They dish on love, almost-love, work, identity, self-talk, anxiety, friendships, and the chaos of figuring it all out. Like girls at a a sleepover who just stole their parents phone to make a video — bringing levity to the heaviness. It’s a space for questions, laughs, and maybe one day, answers. So, can we say something? Yeah, we’ve got a lot to say.

Artists Escaping Cults - Podcast - Documentary - Series Follow the Witness Underground Podcast as we dive in to stories of artists escaping cults from around the globe. Build that ecclectic playlist with art from people who successfully navigated cult mind control. Created by the team who brought the award winning feature documentary by the same name, the director and featured artists interview fascinating artists, musicians, actors, directors, authors etc. who also left a cult. Through maki ...

The PDX Files explores the world of the weird and unexplained in the Pacific Northwest and beyond! Presented by Mac and Peej (short for Producer Jon), who are two out of three cohosts of the podcast Innocuous Basterds (member of the JonSquared Media family of quality audio and video productions).

Bert Martinez is a Marketing Consultant, Author, and Entrepreneur. The goal of Money For Lunch is to share inspiring stories from the most brilliant business minds, world-class athletes, and influential celebrities on the planet; to help you discover tips and strategies to make your business and your life better than ever!

Hosted by journalist Josh Bloch (“Uncover: Escaping NXIVM”), THE LOST KIDS dives deep into the search for a missing teen, uncovering the dark and twisted business of tough-love programs for “troubled teens” and their ties to one of America's most dangerous cults. Credits: Jessica Grimshaw- For USG Audio Jennifer Sears- For USG Audio Josh Bloch- Executive Producer, Host, Producer Kathleen Goldhar- Executive Producer, Producer Amanda McPhillips- Executive Producer Stuart Coxe- Executive Produc ...

Free and Redeemed podcast is a show where we tackle some real life issues that we face in our world today. The struggle is truly real and my goal for all of these episodes is to point you in the right direction in your journey to freedom. Please follow us on instagram and all the latest platforms to get the latest updates for the show.

Since the Assimilation of the Indigenous, which persists today, America has had a predatory preference for mass legal child abduction, trafficking, abuse, torture and murder. The "Toughlove" based 'Troubled Teen Industry' was spawned by "America's Most Dangerous Cult", Synanon, and funded by the US Govt. WHICH has been simultaneously funding unethical and involuntary social psychology experiments on children while publicly decrying their tactics as "brainwashing" and "torture". Still, this m ...

Listen to Chelsea Handler's first ever podcast series featuring candid, hilarious conversations about her life, her work and where she’s headed next. The series is an entertaining, raw, smart, funny, heartbreaking and honest memoir of Chelsea’s life changing year of self-discovery, healing and growth. The podcast features interviews with celebrities such as Connie Britton, Jake Tapper, Sean Hayes, Mary McCormack and more. Life Will Be the Death of Me with Chelsea Handler is a production of i ...

Artificial Intelligence has suddenly gone from the fringes of science to being everywhere. So how did we get here? And where's this all heading? In this new series of Science Friction, we're finding out.

Abbey Sharp is a Registered Dietitian (RD), award-winning author, founder of Abbey’s Kitchen, creator of Hunger Crushing Combo™, Co-Founder of Neue Theory™, and mother of two. Blending science with sass, Abbey has established herself as a credible voice in the nutrition, health, and wellness space. Abbey’s core philosophy is that a pleasurable relationship with food, your body and yourself is the fundamental secret to good health. From delicious healthy recipes, digital video content, real m ...

The State of Synth is a weekly live synthwave radio show on Nightride FM. It’s one part news show, two parts music, with interviews and just a touch of old time serial radio. It’s funny, surreal, yet hugely informative and features great music from synthwave’s best artists.

Are you ready to get unstuck from your fears? Is there a burning desire and passion inside of you dying to get out? Do you know that there is more waiting for you in this life? On GET REAL, each week top ranking podcast host and TV personality, (2 time competitor & finalist on CBS's The Amazing Race + Entertainment Host for The Grand Ole Opry, Nashville Insider, Cracker Barrel), Caroline Hobby has life-giving, heart-to-heart conversations with the world’s top thought leaders, A-List actors a ...

Welcome to Permission to Live, with your host, cult survivor and certified life coach, Melissa Lyon West. Hear powerful stories of women who turned their midlife crises into a badass life. We’ll share the good, the bad, and the ugly that comes when you finally say yes to yourself, and why it is always worth it. These stories, from women just like you, are messy, honest and 100% unfiltered. We'll be dropping new episodes every other Wednesday where Melissa interviews women who found the coura ...

Never Talk to Strangers is a podcast that dives into the lives, stories, and perspectives of complete strangers. Each episode, the host sits down with someone they’ve never met before, uncovering their unique experiences, dreams, and the untold moments that have shaped who they are. Through deep, thought-provoking questions mixed with lighthearted, offbeat prompts, the conversations evolve into an exploration of humanity and connection. From surprising confessions to life-changing realizatio ...

Dive into Offbeat POV, where opiniated and outspoken Christians unpack the pressing issues of today's world through a faith-based lens. From the latest headlines to viral trends, this podcast helps you navigate modern life from a Christian perspective. Get ready for thought-provoking discussions, especially in the "Big Questions" segment, where tough and controversial topics about faith and Christianity are explored with honesty and depth. Perfect for those seeking clarity in a rapidly chang ...

Cousins and life-long best friends Rachel and Megan Wilford do just about everything together… including blowing up their lives in their late-20s. Just one month away from her wedding day (the second wedding she planned to the same man, in fact), Rachel took a leap of faith and ended her 10-year relationship when she discovered her fiancé was a serial cheater who had been deceiving her for years. At the same time, Megan was quickly inching her way out of her seven-year marriage to a man she ...

The Positively Joy podcast is taking a powerful new direction and diving into a subject that touches so many hearts: relationships. I’m Yvette Walker, creator and host. God has placed it on my heart to share my own journey through a difficult divorce and my path back to joy—a path where God became my everything. I remember the overwhelming hurt and confusion, but I also remember the freedom that came through Jesus. In this new season, we’re going to get real. We’ll talk about the deep pain, ...

In this podcast series, I’ll share my experiences as a trauma survivor and my journey through recovery. With the help of mental health advocates and experts, we will discuss ways to dismantle the stigma around mental illness to promote mental wellness.

Stories of Families Ripped Apart by Qanon. When the covid-19 vaccines began to roll out in Canada, my brother and I made a concerning discovery: my parents had bought into the Qanon conspiracies. What ensued was two months of arguing in email, just trying to get them to get vaccinated. They are both in their 70s, and our father has had some medical issues that caused concern when the pandemic began. It was crucial to get them vaccinated. In an unexpected turn of events, after months of argui ...

Hello and welcome to Strange Circumstances, where we explore the strange, mysterious and unexplained happenings from around the world. If you like true crime and often find excitement in unexplainable tales, then Strange Circumstances is for you.

Welcome to Raw Minds, the podcast where we explore the challenges and triumphs of men's mental health, single fatherhood, and daily life experiences. In each episode, we dive deep into the issues that go on in men's minds, sharing personal stories and insights that can help you better understand yourself and the world around you. Whether you're a single dad, dealing with mental health challenges, or simply looking for inspiration and guidance, this podcast is for you. So, sit back, relax, an ...

This is a podcast about anything BUT werewolves and Wiccans. Listen in for hilarious, uncensored lifetime movie reviews. We will be shit talking all of them for the love of drama.

Stories from rock bottom and beyond by writer and host Michael J. O'Connor. This monthly podcast features short autobiographical stories that are sometimes funny, sometimes sad, sometimes angry, and always full of the strange things that make life worth living. For written versions of these stories, visit https://medium.com/@mjocwrites Twitter: @MJOCWrites Email: MJOCWrites [at] gmail.com

Radical Resilience is a weekly show where your host, Blair Kaplan Venables, has inspirational conversations with people who have survived life’s most challenging times. We all have the ability to be resilient and bounce forward from a difficult experience and these conversations prove that. Get ready to dive into life-changing moments while getting raw and real. Radical Resilience is a podcast created by The Resilience Project.

ExJW following the path to truth and exposing fallacies.

Two amateur authors and amateur humans—Daniel and Dina—discuss all things writing and books, and re-tell chaotic life adventures from cults to exes that think they’re horses. We’ve got you covered in this comedic and sarcastic, life-centered podcast. Follow us as we fail to not make it weird.

Groundbreaking podcast pioneering pivotal conversations about Spiritual Abuse. Interviews with authors, artists, experts, and story tellers to validate the experience of survivors of Spiritual Abuse, providing practical insights for the recovery journey. Your host is Katherine Spearing, a Certified Trauma Recovery Practitioner with nearly a decade of previous experience working in the evangelical church. This is the affiliate podcast of TearsofEden.org , a nonprofit for community and underst ...

Welcome to the More Than Anxiety Podcast. I'm Megan Devito, the life coach for high-achieving women who want to overcome anxiety, reduce overwhelm, and live with more confidence, calm, and fun. Feeling anxious can seep into every aspect of your life. Let's talk about it all - work, relationships, health, and more. As someone who lived with generalized anxiety disorder for nearly 30 years, I understand what it's like to overthink and feel everything to the max. On this podcast, I share powerf ...

The world needs more great leaders, but leadership in God's Kingdom is upside down. If you're looking for answers and insights from leaders who have served faithfully for years and decades, you've come to the right place. The FXMissions Leaders Moment podcast is for the everyday leader who's not chasing titles or accolades or personal gain. It's for the leader who wants to do the very best with what God's called them to, no matter how big or small it seems. Start listening today and see what ...