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Welcome the redacted apostate, your guide to life after leaving high-control groups. This channel is your compass through the challenging journey of reclaiming independence. Dive into insightful discussions, practical tips, and empowering stories on navigating a world where you must make your own decisions free from a controlling environment. Whether you've recently broken free or are contemplating the leap, join us for support, understanding, and strategies to navigate the complex internal ...
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Permission to Live

Melissa Lyon West

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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 ...
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In this episode, we discuss the cult of Pythagoras, and the questions that arise. The discoveries from either Pythagoras, or the cult of Pythagoras has brought about many discoveries throughout time. Music Theory, numerology, reincarnation, Helios central planetary orbit, etc.. as well as the connection between sound, art, math, and science. ★ Supp…
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We discuss the slaying of a South Korean woman during an initiation process for a group that called itself Soldiers of Christ, this has shocked the Atlanta Korean American community. Where her body was found. #soldiersofchrist #news If you would like to support us or buy a cup of coffee, please visit our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheRedacted…
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We prepared for the upcoming Netflix documentary on the 7M cult disguised as a TikTok dance channel. We talk about the 7 Mountain Mandate to infiltrate's 7 forms of modern society. What would happen if they were successful and we all lived in new Gilead? The story of shekinah church and it's impact on different lives. Source: https://theoutline.com…
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Welcome to Baby Reindeer: The Real Martha, where we dive deep into the chilling true story behind Richard Gadd's gripping show. Explore the terrifying world of coercive control and psychological manipulation. This episode provide a detailed examination of how someone can control your mind and the profound effects it can have on your life. We'll als…
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Content Warning: We discuss sex, and how our sex life has been impacted by the cult. We discuss the #tradwife trend. How did the Traditional Wife movement come into being. How can one work through some of the conflicting programing done around sex. We give some practical tips that have helped our marriage. The #tradlife trend can be very dangerous,…
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Trigger Warning: This podcast episode contains discussions about real events involving sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised. Exploring the haunting legacy of Jonestown reveals a multifaceted tale encompassing lessons learned from the Peoples Temple Cult tragedy. "Jonestown: A Story of Deception, Devotion, and Destruction" chronicles the…
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In this episode of the redacted apostate, we delve into the story of Chad Franke, the son of Ruby Franke, who was convicted for abuse and is currently in prison. Chad's tumultuous journey unfolds as he navigates life post-cult, grappling with the loss of everything he held dear. His struggles mirror those of the host, who shares a poignant parallel…
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In this episode, we delve into the ongoing Chad Daybell trial, where the bodies of Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow were found on his property in June 2020. We explore what Tylee might have known, shedding light on the mysterious circumstances surrounding their deaths. Melanie Gibb's testimony about castings, evil spirits, and past lives adds layers to the…
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In this episode of the redacted apostate we talk about the start of the Chad Daybell trial. Is he a true believer like Lori. But we really talk about my mother and her cult personality. http://av-club.io/ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/stardust License code: K1NTUCRT5RNDOMJT ★ Support this podcast on Pa…
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In this episode of The Redacted Apostate, we explore the latest developments surrounding the Hildebrant/Franke saga, incorporating insights from Kevin's testimony. We delve into Jodi's unconventional relationships, including her alleged involvement in a thruple with Satan and Jesus. we reflect on the spiritual aspects of the story, discussing Jodi'…
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In this episode of The Redacted Apostate podcast we talk about the Netflix series Raël: The Alien Prophet. This is pretty light hearted episode, but trigger warning about some sexual content and some accusations of CSA. The series was not the best cult documentary we have seen, but it was the funniest. Sex with aliens, 2035 is a big year and we nee…
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In this episode of The Redacted Apostate, we delve into the captivating world of Netflix's latest series, "The Program; Cons, Cults & Kidnapping ." This thought-provoking episode confronts the realities of cults, prompting us to reflect on their resonance in contemporary society. As we explore the series, we also draw parallels to the challenges of…
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We'll also tackle the tricky topic of decision-making. Ever wondered how your brain decides? We'll explore decision-making, how to make good decisions after leaving a high control group or cult. And when it comes to making big life choices, like leaving a cult, it's not just about emotions; logic play a huge role too. So, get ready for an episode p…
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Welcome to our podcast episode on freeing yourself from indoctrination and learning to think independently. Indoctrination can happen in various environments, including high-control groups, cults, and manipulative relationships. We'll discuss strategies to recognize indoctrination and regain autonomy over your thoughts and beliefs from my own exper…
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Jennifer Alumbaugh is the founder of the Neuro Defiant Collective and owns a coaching practice, Expansive Expressions that exists to transform culture for late identified autistic and ADHD entrepreneurs. Jennifer is a queer, fat, gender expansive, scrappy, hilarious, fiercely kind human that has huge dreams of collective liberation and smashing opp…
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In this captivating episode of we dive deep into the remarkable journey of a Sarah Dickenson who escaped a cult and an abusive marriage but lost herself in motherhood, ultimately reclaiming a newfound purpose in life. Sarah shares her personal story of enduring the psychological manipulation and control within a cult, as well as the challenges she …
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Get ready to take a deep dive into our guest's incredible journey of self-discovery! In this episode, Cree opens up about her personal transformation, sharing how she went from doubting herself to truly loving who she is. But that's not all – she's also cracked the code on tracking and understanding her menstrual cycle, and now she's on a mission t…
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Today I'm sharing the top three actions you can take to learn more about who you are, what you want. Because I want your life to be more than sleep, work and taking care of other people! My new class - Coming Home: The exact steps to know who you are and what you want APRIL 25th, 6 pm MST /8 pm EST LINKS for MELISSA: Get your Free Roadmap to Unlock…
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Today I'm talking with Charlene Lam of Curating Grief. Charlene Lam is a certified grief coach, speaker and curator of The Grief Gallery. She helps grieving people feeling weighed down by all “the stuff” after the death of a loved one, both physical and emotional. After her mother died suddenly in 2013, Charlene leaned into her creativity and insti…
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Today I'm talking about what it means to find your purpose and what coming home to yourself means. If you are struggling figuring our what is next for you, if you find yourself numbing because it all feels overwhelming - then please listen! LINKS for MELISSA: Get your Free Roadmap to Unlocking Your Bad Bitch Magic! Learn more about working with Mel…
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On today's episode hear from Sarah Reesor, who left a successful dance fitness career right on the cusp of mega success. She created and started PHunk Fit in 2016 and trained over 100 PHunk Fit Instructors, with over 32 classes available and in 5 US States. In June of 2020, Sarah and her husband opened PHunk Studio SLC. But then Sarah was diagnosed…
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Melissa talks about new year's resolutions and how she's not a fan! Instead she shares a different option and the 4 steps to a year of intention! She shares her personal planning retreat and how it helps her take up more space for herself and plan a year that brings pleasure, joy and fun! Babe, if you want something different in your life this is a…
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Latoya Dixon Smith had to wade through multiple layoffs before finding her passion of activating women to find confidence and self-acceptance through empowering boudoir healing ceremonies and speaking about accessing pleasure, power, and peace through the power of the erotic. Here is her story... or at least part of it, she'll be back for more soon…
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Fuck anyone who wants us to be used up for their gain! If you are in the process of building a life that serves you then listen in as Melissa shares how she's forgotten that she doesn't have to do EVERYTHING, remembering she has a choice and her 3 favorite things to restore her energy. LINKS for MELISSA: Get your Free Roadmap to Unlocking Your Bad …
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Is it possible to recover from an abusive marriage? What about two!? Angelique shares how it happened for her and also three actions that helped her step into a life of adventure and freedom. PS. I maybe share a story about almost dying from food poisoning in the woods! LINKS for ANGELIQUE: Find Angelique and all her hikes, trips and backpacking ad…
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If you've ever walked into a situation where your hands were shaking, you were sweating, your stomach hurt. Maybe you had to confront someone and you had those angry tears. If that's ever happened to you, and you know what I'm talking about this episode is for you. I'm sharing two stories of when I had to confront power and how much one year can ch…
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What do you do when your life is killing you, your mental health is in a downward spiral and you don't recognize the person looking back at you in the mirror? How do you rebuild after leaving your career, job and marriage all at once? Collette shares how plant medicine and baby steps made all the difference. PS. She does not recommend burning it al…
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Meet Melissa Lyon West , the host of the new Permission to Live Podcast. Melissa is a cult survivor, storyteller, certified life coach, holder of epic retreats, mom of four and lover of Rasa, taco trucks and curse words. Join Melissa and guests as they share the good, the bad and the ugly that comes when you finally say yes to yourself, and why it …
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