A podcast. About cults. Duh. Tune in each week as we cover groups ranging from Japanese Death Cults to the Violent Alt-Right. A perfect way to remember: Don’t Drink the Kool-Aid!
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Welcome to IndoctriNation: A weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control.
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A podcast about the modern-day “cults” we all follow. Each episode asks the culty questions we’re all wondering… Do you think SoulCycle is a cult? What about Elon Musk stans? Or the Royal Family? What about spiritual influencers? Is Instagram itself a cult? Sounds Like A Cult, hosted by Amanda Montell, author of Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism, analyzes a different zeitgeisty group every week to try and answer the big question: This group sounds like a cult, but is it really? And if so, ...
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Award Nominated Podcast. Long-Form Interview-Based Show Focusing on True Testimonies of Cult Survivors & Experts. Also Features Deep-Dive Research Episodes.
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A podcast about cults, extreme belief, and manipulation – from two hosts who’ve actually lived it. Hosted by Lola Blanc and Meagan Elizabeth. Got your own story about cults, extreme belief, or manipulation? Leave a voicemail or text us at 347-86-TRUST (347-868-7878) OR shoot us an email at Trust Me Pod @gmail.com INSTAGRAM: @TrustMePodcast @oohlalola @meaganelizabeth11 TWITTER: @TrustMeCultPod @ohlalola @baberahamhicks TIKTOK: @TrustMeCultPodcast
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Enter the Kingdom of the Cults with Cultish; a program that explores the impact of the cults from a theological, sociological, and psychologicalperspective. Immerse yourself in the thinking, teaching, strategies, and consequences born out of the nefarious leaders of these movements.
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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 ...
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Two friends decided to make podcast about all the weird crap from history that sometimes can't be explained. Chelsea is here for political conspiracies, Cristina is here for the history and the science behind it all. From mysteries in ancient times to people missing in present day. From doomsday cults throughout history to international politics. From Bigfoot to Dropbears. If it's weird, we want to talk about it.
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Doomsday predictions. Religious doctrines. Extraterrestrial orders. What really goes on inside a cult? Step into the minds of those who led and joined the most controversial organizations in history. Cults is a Spotify Original from Parcast.
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Join Chris & Kayla on their journeys of humor, discovery, and the absurd as they try to answer the question... is it a cult, or just weird?
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Let's Talk About Sects is an award-winning monthly podcast focusing on a different cult each episode. Sarah takes a storytelling, deep dive approach, looking at the history of a sect's leaders, the recruitment of members, their experiences, psychological aspects, and notable incidents during its existence. You can support us on Patreon, with a one-off donation, or grab some merch. Sarah Steel's debut book Do As I Say is available now. “A fascinating and well-researched look into cults and th ...
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PRETEND exposes the masterminds behind some of the most notorious scams and cons. From cult leaders to con artists and undercover FBI agents, this podcast pulls back the curtain on those who've pretended to be someone they're not.
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Cult Liter Podcast Host Spencer Henry brings the bizarre every Tuesday. Each week we'll dive into a new story of cults, crime, televangelists gone wild, you never really know what you're going to get, just a guaranteed good time.
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Each week, Dan Cummins enthusiastically deep dives into everything from cults to killers to conspiracies, absurdly and sarcastically sharing the best of what he uncovers with you. Join the Cult of the Curious!
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We cover conspiracies of all types. From government coverups and cryptids knocking at your door, to ancient spiritual understandings and astrology. One thing is always sure to happen, you’ll “open up that 3rd eye” ! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cult-of-conspiracy--5700337/support.
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Hosted by Tyler Measom and Liz Iacuzzi, Was I In A Cult? is a documentary-style podcast showcasing individuals who have been in, and most importantly, successfully left a cult. Told first-hand by the experiencer themself, these are raw, riveting and inspirational tales of what it means to be a survivor. Using levity and info-tainment, the show humanizes the cultic experience and may leave some of our listeners asking themselves…“Wait…Was I In A Cult?” If you or someone you know has been in a ...
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Journalist/comedian Harmon Leon dives into the history of comedy; bringing podcast listeners some of his favorite comedy influences, cult classics, and all things comedy history. More at: harmonleon.com
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4 cult members discuss cults from around the world while building their own cult one belief at a time.
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Join Ty and Bailey on Cult Talks: Conspiracy, where no theory is too wild to explore. From monster sightings to government secrets and the space-time continuum, we'll #QuestionEverything and take you on a journey through the strange and unexplained. So grab your tin foil hat and join us now on Cult Talks: Conspiracy!
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Every week, Halle and Stasie delve into the sometimes dangerous, always bizarre world of cults.
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A podcast about cults.
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General discussion about cults and science. Discussion with cult survivors about their upbringing and the power dynamic between themselves and the organization
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Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday hosts Tony and Alex riff on bizarre conservative trends found in comment sections and social media feeds across the web.
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Join your host, Eric Skwarczynski, as he sits down with brave survivors who are shedding light on decades of physical, mental, and sexual abuse within the Independent Fundamental Baptist movement.
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Join us on a journey through the lore of various fictional worlds. Discover the secrets and stories that shape these extraordinary realms, from fantasy to sci-fi. Then, explore what makes each world unique on our podcast. Let's get lost in the lore of fiction together!
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Join hosts Li and Richie for "A Phantasmagoric Guide to Pop Culture's Dark Side." Topics include Cult Films, Creepypasta, Cryptids, Hauntings, Horror Gaming, True Crime, and more!
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An interview show about people who grew up in cults and how they adjusted to mainstream society after they left.
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What makes you a heretic? Journalist Andrew Gold believes that, in an age of group-think and tribes, we need heretics - those who use unconventional wisdom to speak out against their own groups, from cancelled comedians and radical feminists to cult defectors and vigilantes hunting deviants. Learn from my guests how to rebel, think differently and resist social contagion. From Triggernometry's Francis Foster and the world's most cancelled man Graham Linehan to ex-Hasidic Jew Julia Haart and ...
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Once a month Sam and Jon get together to drink coffee and tell each other about cults and fringe religious groups. Grab a cup and come and join us.....JOIN US! Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Twitter: @coffeeandcults SUPPORT US: You could buy us a cup of coffee: Ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults or support us regularly and get access to bonus episodes and fun stuff: https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcults
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A man’s search for his missing brother leads him to a mysterious cult. A mind-bending mystery/thriller from Cryptic Radio. Fiction
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Discover real-life horror stories, from bizarre crimes to paranormal activity. These true stories are set inside the fictional world of Radio Rental, an 80’s video rental store run by an eccentric shopkeeper, Terry Carnation (Rainn Wilson). This imaginative, cult classic-inspired horror brand blurs the lines of reality, with cutting-edge documentary storytelling and a splash of comedy. From the mind of Payne Lindsey, this is Radio Rental.
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Discover some of the most weird and wonderful movies ever to grace the silver screen. The Video Cult crew brings you scene by scene breakdowns of B-movie masterpieces and cult classics.
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Join cinephiles Ryan and Joe as they dive into the making and history behind some of cinema's forgotten gems. From Hats Off Entertainment.
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The award-winning comedy podcast that celebrates bad movies. Comedians and actors Paul Scheer (The League), June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie), and Jason Mantzoukas (Big Mouth) break down the very best of the worst films ever made—we’re talkin’ blockbuster flops, cheesy 80s action movies, Lifetime thrillers, obscure cult classics, and if we’re honest… most Nic Cage and Jason Statham movies. Plus, sometimes they’re even joined by hilarious guests like Seth Rogen, Conan O’Brien, Amy Schume ...
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BFFs talking about cults, fringe groups & charismatic leaders who scare us (but, comedy?). Find us every Thursday on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud. Stitcher, and various other podcatchers. Please connect with us! You can email us at canwecult@gmail.com, or find us on social media at CanWeCult!
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The story of David Koresh: the prophet whose cult in Waco, Texas preached an apocalypse – and the 30 Britons taken in by his message. This is how they got to Waco, and how they lived and died for him.
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Producer Jonathan Hirsch had a childhood much like yours -- except his family had a secret. They were followers of a controversial spiritual leader named Franklin Jones. To Jonathan’s parents, Franklin Jones was a god, but to people outside the group, Jones was a cult leader. Now, Jonathan is going back, trying to find out what happened -- and whether the group really did become a cult.
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Cheryl and Nikki Druce are on a whistle stop tour of the weirdest corners of the universe. They’ll be stopping to learn about the craziest true crime cases in history, spooky paranormal activities, truly bonkers internet mythology, very convincing cults and much much more. So don't be a killer or join a cult... just be a Queen.
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Nonsense thoughts about the comedy and tragedy of life brought to you by your host, Ray Roberts. We deep dive into shallow things and gloss over the big stuff. It's not a podcast, it's a cult.
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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. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cults-t ...
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A movie club and podcast for people who love watching and talking about movies. Hosted by Cameron Jones, Jordan Jones, and Mark Nussle Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cultclassicspodcast/support
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Each week hosts Spencer Henry (Cult Liter Podcast) and Madison Reyes sit back and read outlandish, hilarious, and sometimes scathing obituaries. Every Thursday they come to the table with bizarre history, strange funeral traditions, and so much more! Each episode ends with a 'dumb criminals' segment in which they each talk about hilarious run-ins with the law.
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Podcast by David Staples
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Teaching strategies, classroom management, education reform, educational technology -- if it has something to do with teaching, we're talking about it. Jennifer Gonzalez interviews educators, students, administrators and parents about the psychological and social dynamics of school, trade secrets, and other juicy things you'll never learn in a textbook. For more fantastic resources for teachers, visit http://www.cultofpedagogy.com.
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California, September 1975. Within a span of 17 days and less than 90 miles, two women, working separately, tried to assassinate the president of the United States, Gerald R. Ford. These are the only two times we know of that a woman has tried to assassinate an American president. The first, Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme, was already infamous as a prominent follower of cult leader Charles Manson. The second, Sara Jane Moore, was a 45 year-old housewife who infiltrated San Francisco's violent radi ...
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#661 I want to replace everyone there with a robot immediately (preview)
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TODAY: Alex is joined by Jacob Morrison of the excellent Valley Labor Report to discuss the recent Longshoremen strike, their tentative agreement after winning higher wages, and the continued fight for the future of their jobs. Was the strike a nefarious pro-Trump worker action meant to make the Democrats look bad? Is the based right wing going to …
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Catchy title, we get it. But seriously, is the history that we know about Atlantis really rooted in racism? Crazy to even think that, but ya don't know what ya don't know so keep that third eye open! Sign up for our Patreon go to-> Patreon.com/cultofconspiracypodcast To Find The Cajun Knight Youtube Channel---> click here 10% OFF Rife Machine---> h…
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The Cult of Hockey's "Oilers are vanilla as vanilla can be in loss to Jets" podcast
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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into any Edmonton Oilers 6-0 season-opening loss to the Jets of Winnipeg.By David Staples
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A group of college students ventures to a remote cabin in the woods for a weekend of partying and relaxation. When they arrive, they discover that not everything is as idealistic as it seems. Drawn into the cabin's basement, the teens unwittingly unleash a family of pain-loving zombies called the Buckners. Will they be able to escape their fate, or…
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Norah - Girls Night In: L.A. Facebook Group Gone Culty
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Today our guest is a woman whom we’ll call Norah. She tells us about a Facebook group for women in Los Angeles that ended up getting very culty. We’ll talk about why it was exciting in the beginning to connect with other women in a new way, how other subgroups began to form (including one secret, exclusive one) and how the admin, who we’ll call Viv…
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In the depths of the dark net, tech journalist Carl Miller makes a disturbing discovery: a secret Kill List targeting hundreds of innocent people on a murder for hire website. When the police decide not to investigate, Carl is thrown into a race against time to warn those in danger and uncover the truth about the people who want them dead. From Won…
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NOT going to lie, this episode was a wee bit nerve racking to record!!! Despite the, ahem, LARGE number of requests we received for this topic (which would make you think it was ubiquitously reviled), the acolytes in this group ride HARD for their leader! Money and religion are the twin engines that make the world go ‘round, dear culties, and as su…
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Episode 40 - King of New York (1990)
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We're back! After a brief summer hiatus, we return to discuss Abel Ferrera's crime thriller King of New York from 1990 starring Christopher Walken. We also check out some of Abel's other films, including: Ms. 45, Bad Lieutenant, Body Snatchers, and The Funeral. The mics kept rolling after this episode as we discuss the sequel/remake to Bad Lieutena…
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Wes Craven's A Nightmare on Elm St.
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In honor of its 40th anniversary, we kick off the podcast with a discussion of Wes Craven's A Nightmare on Elm St. from 1984. Sign the Black Book, join the Cult Follow us on Social Media Cult Macabre on Facebook @TheCultMacabre on Instagram @TheCultMacabre on TikTok Theme music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio…
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Falun Gong P1: “Karma Claus... He’s Always Watching"
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When her mother fell sick, young Angela had no idea that she would spend her childhood growing up in a dangerous cult. Falun Gong, a Chinese spiritual movement-slash-religion-slash-cult, known for its Shen Yun dancers and its ties to 'The Epoch Times’ entangled her family in its facade of meditation and enlightenment. In this two-part episode, Ange…
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Coming soon... Killers, Cults and Queens SEASON 2!
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WE'RE BACK DIVAS! We know, we know, it's been forever and a day... but how could we leave you hanging any longer? Nikki and Cheryl are officially back in action and ready to take you on a journey to the spookiest, scariest and downright weirdest corners of the world. From maniacal cult leaders (Jim Jones we're looking at you), stone cold killers, t…
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S3 E3 How Universities Protect Perpetrators and Betray Survivors of Sexual Violence
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Another episode, another week of expert interviews. This time, I sit down with Nicole Bedera to talk about her research on sexual violence within universities. Dr. Nicole Bedera is a sociologist and cofounder of the antiviolence consulting practice Beyond Compliance. She received her PhD from the University of Michigan. She has spent more than a de…
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you have zero choice. the market says so. Golden Ox Studio whoisrayroberts.comBy Ray Roberts
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BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Navigating Assertiveness As A Cult Survivor
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This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at:www.patreon.com/indoctrinationIn this exclusive Patreon bonus episode, Rachel explores the nuanced topic of assertiveness, a vital skill for cult survivors.She discusses the challenges faced by cult survivors in reclaiming their voic…
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Episode 374: Hollywood Haunting Houseboy
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This week continue talking about the UCLA program and discuss the Hollymount Haunt. A home in the L.A. Area has a plethora of things thrown at our researcher Barry Taff. Will this be a real haunting or perhaps a prank led by a popular ghost recruitment app? Tune in to part two of our UCLA story. Thanks for listening and remember to like, rate, revi…
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Send us a text Cult of Lore kicks off the spooky season by running and hiding from the Boogeyman, El Coco, the Lamia, and perhaps a few other spooks that lurk in the shadows. Happy Cultober! Support the show Thank you all for joining us on this journey. The larger-than-life worlds that sprout from the human imagination never cease to amaze us, and …
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Ep. 304 House of David: Noah's Park
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We're BACK with a story that involves everything you care about: Amusement park rides, baseball, a weird split in a group that the law has to intervene on. Join Paige as she takes Mando through the House of David! Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodca…
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Cult Meeting: Mormon Cop Biathlons Big Foot
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All the usual Cult Meeting segments to get you up to speed on what media you should consume, along with a truly heinous tale of a Cat and his Hat. You don't have to join The Video Cult, we already signed you up. We're family now, just ask Vin Diesel. As always we appreciate if you rate the podcast 5 stars and you can follow us at https://www.instag…
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Pana-Wave is an offshoot of a religious group called Chino-Shoho ("True Law of Chino") based in Shibuya, Tokyo, founded by a woman called Yuko Chino in 1977 and combining elements of Christianity, Buddhism and New Age doctrines. The Good: Low Key Sexually Seals The Bad: Too Much White The Culty (is there anything in this cult worth incorporating in…
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Don't Let Them In: The Black Eyed Children - File #052
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Talk to us directly! As part of our annual Cultober event, join Bailey and Ty in this chilling episode as they delve into the eerie urban legend of the Black-Eyed Children. Emerging in the 1990s, this spine-tingling tale continues to haunt the internet and thrill-seekers alike. Explore the origins of these mysterious figures—children with coal-blac…
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The Cult Next Door: Mike King on the Zion Society
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Well, this is a first for us. Today, we’re covering the Zion Society, which was a cult run by a landscaper, Arvin Shreeve. Based out of Ogden, Utah, Shreeve and his followers had some of the most manicured lawns in the neighborhood. But, behind lush green lawns hid sinister secrets. This polygamist sect had about 100 members at its peak, hiding in …
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235: Making School Better for Gender-Expansive Kids
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If our students are going to thrive, they all need to feel safe, accepted, and loved while under our care. This week, we're focusing on what that looks like when it comes to gender-expansive students — kids whose gender expression or identity is different from what they were assigned at birth. For these students, creating a school that feels safe a…
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Leaving Christian Science Pod with Hilary
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Most people have heard of Christian Science and passed by the reading rooms, but how much do you know about it? Hilary grew up as a radical reliant Christian Scientist, which meant her family avoided medical intervention in favor of prayer to try to cure ailments. She lived to talk about it, but others weren't so lucky. As an adult, Hilary became a…
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Confronting the "Shiny Happy People" Compound He Was Imprisoned In at 16
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Joined in the studio is friend, comedian, and ex-IBLP “cult kid” Davey Jackson. Having spent his childhood homeschooled by his mother, at 12, his parents decided to incorporate Bill Gothard’s practices into his education. As a form of punishment for having a girlfriend, at 16, Davey was sent to an intense IBLP training center. Instead of correcting…
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Micah Wilder: The Making of a Cult Leader
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Join us for this incredibly difficult but necessary conversation. Micah Wilder: the Ex-Mormon known by many for his charisma & his touring group “Adam’s Road” was never who he seemed. We’re joined by Aaron Shafovaloff & Bradley Campell from GLM (God Loves Mormons) Who walk us through the timeline of what actually happened. This episode is dedicated…
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