In this episode, Lisa delves into her immersive experience among the Amish community in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, known for its significant Amish population. Staying with an elderly Amish couple, Lisa explores the intricacies of the Amish lifestyle, emphasizing their strict adherence to traditional practices and their aversion to modern conveniences…

When Lisa embarked on her exploration of the 12 Tribes, what she encountered was a microcosm of communal living that operates at the intersection of Christian communalism and retro-hippie idealism, underscored by a unique self-sufficiency reminiscent of a Mennonite settlement. The 12 Tribes, with their self-governing ethos and economic reliance on …

In this episode, Lisa shares her unique experiences with the Catholic Church, starting with a childhood misunderstanding at a relative's wedding, leading to humorous encounters with church customs. She recounts living in a nun-operated dorm in New York, her initial awe and subsequent interactions with nuns, and a reflective visit to St. Patrick's C…

In this episode of "Lisa Joins a Cult," join Lisa as she embarks on a journey deep into the heart of Mormonism. It all begins with her fascination with touring a temple, leading her to anticipate visiting the iconic Washington, D.C. temple for its open house. However, plans take an unexpected turn, and Lisa finds herself heading to Idaho to explore…

In this podcast episode, the host, Lisa, shares quirky experiences with members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as Mormons. The stories span various regions of the United States and highlight the distinctions between mainstream Mormons (LDS) and fundamentalist Mormons (FLDS). The episode delves into the history of…

Listen in as Lisa tells her tale of visiting the infamous community started by the illustrious Father Divine. Welcome to Lisa joins a cultBy Lisa VanArsdale, Syran Warner

Welcome, welcome, welcome, one and all. You’re listening to the inaugural episode of Lisa Joins a Cult. A show that explores the world of cultic organizations through real life encounters and lived-in research. In each episode you’ll hear a conversation about a group Lisa VanArsdale has infiltrated in her curious quest to understand faith and the b…

Welcome, welcome, welcome, one and all. You’re listening to the inaugural episode of Lisa Joins a Cult. A show that explores the world of cultic organizations through real life encounters and lived-in research. In each episode you’ll hear a conversation about a group Lisa VanArsdale has infiltrated in her curious quest to understand faith and the b…

This week, I am joined by the hosts of Conspiracypilled. They took a show about conspiracies and turned it into a ministry. Join us as we talk about what that looks like, what their favorite conspiracies are, and their journey.

Mike is back to talk to us about the so-called evils of Easter. We spent some time debunking the claims against Christmas and now we're taking on Easter. Join us for a good time and a thorough erasure of the lies that surround our celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Warren was once a Calvinist. He accepted Calvin's five points (TULIP). But, he walked away from Calvinism. I'd like to find out why. When the majority of online Christianity identifies as reformed in the Calvinist sense, I'd like to hear the other side. I have, in fact, never been a Calvinist nor have I been able to square what I consider a circle.…

Syran Warner, notable Cult Destroyer, is back again to talk about a new cult that has let us all in on a big secret. The world is ending in two days. Profundity Yours looks like Heaven's Gate made over and is led by a woman who believes her to be the second coming of Christ or "the first emanation of creation." Really, it just seems like Marshall A…

Jody Plauché was kidnapped by his karate teacher, flown to California, and sexually abused by his captor. Thank God, he was found and made it home. But the abuse didn't begin when he was kidnapped. It began a year before. There was grooming, trust-building, and rape. After Jody got home from California, his captor was led, in handcuffs, past news c…

This week, we are talking to the inimitable Jessica Green from some stupid show called "The Mad Ones." She was once a cringey, angry, online atheist. Now, she's a dedicated Orthodox Christian. Hang around to hear her story and how God changed both her heart and her life.

Naomi's father started a cult. He took the mantle from a recently deceased spiritual leader and claimed it for himself. Then, he claimed that he needed multiple wives. Naomi grew up in this world that most people will never know. We're going to talk about her story, how she got out, her ministry now, and how she kept the faith when most people do n…

A listener asked me what my demonologist/paranormal researcher buddy Izzy thought about by exorcist buddy Scott Johnson, so I decided to bring them together and force a conversation. These are men whose mission is to take down the enemy and his minions as they find them. Let's find out what they've learned, what they agree and disagree about, and m…

This week, we are joined by an ex-Luciferian. Sparooski spent the better part of three decades consorting with the devil. Then, Jesus saved her. Izzy and I will be talking to her about her story, her experience with the Satan, and spiritual warfare.

No big show this week. Just an update and a question. Check it out. Let me know what you think.

Is Christmas pagan? Is a Christmas tree actually a heathen Yule tree? Was Mithras born on December 25th? Are you partaking in evil by giving gifts to your children and watching the Santa Clause? We're going to explore these claims and more with Michael Jones from InspiringPhilosophy. Join us as we break down the facts and tell you the truth about C…

This week, we are joined again by the very great author and screenwriter, Brian Godawa. The author of the Chronicles of the Nephilim, the Chronicles of the Watchers, and the Chronicles of the Apocalypse, the man has spent hours in study and writing on the overarching meta-narrative of the Bible, which came to a cresendo in the life of Jesus Christ.…

This week, I am joined again by my boy Whip and his good friend Pipes to have an informal discussion on Santa's scumbag sidekicks. Be it Belsnickel, Krampus, the Yule lads, or Black Peter, we're gonna talk about it. Join us for a good time and a great start to the Christmas season.

This week, we (Coop is joining me again as guest co-host) are joined by Israel Petty (aka Izzycentric). He is a self-taught demonologist and paranormal researcher. We're going to be talking demons, angels, the dead, and more.

I am so stoked for this episode. We are joined by Brian Godawa, a prolific author known for his speculative historical fiction in the Nephilim Chronicles and a screenwriter known for his work on "To End All Wars" starring Kiefer Sutherland. Coop and Ryan will join me as co-hosts to talk ancient cosmology, story, creation, and more. This isn't one t…

This week, we are joined by Dr. Hillel Gray. He is a professor of comparative religion at Miami University, a researcher, a speaker, and an incredibly interesting man. He has spent time with the Westboro Baptist Church and other fringe, radical religious sects in order to understand them. Let's learn something from his experience and expertise.…

[Small handful of hard curse words here and there] This week, we are joined by Ben Taylor of Raw Motivations. Ben is a self-aware narcissist on a journey of healing and growth. He's bringing awareness to narcissistic abuse and how it has affected his life and others. He works daily with Narcissistic Abuse Survivors to find healing and freedom from …

[There are a couple of instances of mild adult language.] This week, I'm joined by the extremely great Zachary Cooper. The man has a degree in Christian Apologetics and uses that degree to teach (and correct) people on TikTok and Instagram. The dude is a lot of fun and we're going to talk church history, online apologetics, and righteous indignatio…

This week, we are joined by a personal role model of mine, Josh Hiers. When I was in college, he was the premier worship leader. I've met few people on this planet that exude Jesus and his love like Josh does. He was off to be a missionary when he got sick and has been confined to his house since. We're going to catch up and talk about how he's bee…

This week, we are joined by a New Testament Theologist who is currently working on his PhD. He's here to give his case for the ordination of women. What's women's place? According to Nick, right beside the men in the church. This isn't a topic that I have settled on, so I want to hear both sides of the debate.…

Well, my good friend Monica Perez is back to make this show worth watching again. We haven't spoken in a minute, so there is plenty of time to catch up, talk about the most recent propaganda, and more.

Kim is back to talk more stoicism, music, her new band, aspiration, and more. It's time to catch up and talk about what's on our minds in a more free environment.

This week, we are joined by our Twitter pal HEX. You may know him as HEXcellerate. He's a musician, a gun-lover, and a good guy to have in your corner. What you may not have known is that he grew up in the Nation of Islam. When I found out, I had to have him on to talk about it. Join us as we discuss this black nationalist religion, how it is to gr…

This week, we are joined by a man whose claim to fame would have been as the guitarist of a well-loved stoner metal band, but after they recorded their first album and were on their way to prominence, he left. He went to go live in an Orthodox Monastery and lived as a monk for 7 years. We're going to explore this story and more this week and you sh…

Roe v. Wade was repealed. I didn't expect to see that happen in my lifetime. My mom, for my entire life, has helped women who are seeking abortions choose life and help those who have had abortions find healing. So, let's discuss this ruling and celebrate with her as we find out where we go from here. Also, her son is super handsome.…

Syran Warner is on a mission to destroy a cult called "The Body." This cult views children as property, steals children, and destroys the lives of its members and those who get out. A journalist and alternative media producer, Syran is doing anything he can to take this cult down. Let's talk about it.…

We've talked about Bible translations in the past. I left a bit disappointed in the lack of precision and general claims made. This week, we are talking to Dr. Mark Ward of Bible Study Magazine. He wrote the book on the KJV and KJV-Onlyism. We're going to talk about the Bible, translations, and what we miss through our own biases.…

This week, we are joined by Josh Denny. He's a canceled stand-up comedian, a podcaster, a writer, and a Food Network host. This is a surprisingly topical timing for this episode after the drama Cam got himself into on Twitter. Join us as we talk about his story, Cam's story, and more.

This week, we are joined by David Gornoski of A Neighbor's Choice joins us to talk about human nature, mimetic theory, and the role of the scapegoat in society. Join us as we dig deep and hopefully learn something.

It's the end of the month. There's so much bad news floating around, we thought it would be a good time to talk about some good news. So, we're going to talk about good things, unwind, and shoot the breeze. You should join us.

This week, I'm a little annoyed. I've seen way too many posts where I've seen Christians allude to hurting, killing, or punishing their enemies. Be it other denominations of Christians, their political foes, or others. So, I think it's time to talk about the heart of Christianity, love. Specifically, we're going to talk about how Jesus told us to l…

This week, we are joined by Elias Dummer. If you've ever heard the City Harmonic, you've heard this man's voice. He's a musician, an artist, a thinker, a speaker, a believer, and a fantastic content creator. With a vision of unity and beauty in the church, he's a great person to talk to about worship, our culture, and all things Christianity.…

This week, we are joined by the very gracious G-Dubya. He's an embalmer, autopsy tech, and a video game collector. We're going to pick his brain about the reality of death, working with dead people, and what it takes to do his job. Join us!

This week, we are joined by Ben Brown. He escaped a Mormon polygamist compound and grew up with several sister-mommies. I found out later that he is actually the nephew of the "Sister Wives." We're going to talk to him about what it's like to have sister-mommies, how he escaped, and what the wide world is like outside of a polygamist cult.…

Last week, we asked "what is the gospel?" We walked through the full-view of the gospel from Genesis to the Cross. This week, we take a look at the resurrection of Christ, at a Christian view of anthropology (do souls exist?), and the great Christian hope, the resurrection of all and the marriage of Heaven and Earth with Glenn Peoples of Rethinking…

Easter is coming. What does that mean? What is "the Gospel?" How is it good news to hear of a man's death? How could someone come back from death? What does this story mean? Join us as we talk to our buddy Cody about the gospel itself and what the good news really is.

Binkley’s back to set us straight and to talk about what we’ve touched on this month. The propaganda has been at an all-time high with a Hollywood budget. Join us for a slapping’ good time.

It's ladies' night. Cam is out this week, so Britt (a.k.a. @TweetsByBritt) is joining Jessica to talk about the absolute state of women and humanity these days. Between Aquama'am, Rachel Levine as Woman of the year, and the raging culture wars going on, there's a lot to talk about. Join us.

This week, your dearly loved hostess Jessica Green is out and the lovely Monica Perez from the Propaganda Report is filling in for her. She's so used to dissecting the news and getting past the bald-faced lies and we'll delve into what's really happening. Join us for a good time and probably a cocktail or two.…

This week, we are joined by the wonderful Cat Cattinson. Once trans, Cat is a student of biology who decided to desist and detransition back to her natural femininity. The transgender activists would have you believe that medical gender transition is a universal good for those with gender dysphoria and that no one ever regrets their decision to tra…

This week, we are joined again by our friends Nick and Lizzie. An incredibly fun and insightful couple who happen to also be an interracial couple. To cap off black history month, we'll be chatting about their relationship, their marriage, racism, and their experiences.

This week, we are joined again by Troy Frasier of Revived Studios to learn about the man from whom Valentine's Day gets its name. Renowned saint, martyr, and legendary fighter of the lordship of Caesar, we will get to know St. Valentine and find out why we should know his name.