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Come play in traffic with us!! Where two sisters share their experience of leaving a "cult"(WMSCOG)-from the perspective of a former "Deaconess" and the perspective of a concerned baby sister. http://www.playingintrafficpod.com/ We would love to hear your

Playing In Traffic


    • Apr 9, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Playing in Traffic podcast is an absolute gem that I stumbled upon, and it has truly been a lifesaver for me. After leaving the WMSCOG, I was at an all-time low, feeling lost and depressed. However, this podcast came into my life and completely shifted my perspective. It made me realize that I wasn't alone in my experiences and struggles. The stories shared by former members are incredibly relatable and have brought forth a myriad of emotions - laughter, tears, and profound realizations. Toni and Lindsey, the hosts of this podcast, deserve all the love for creating such an incredible platform that not only helped me but will undoubtedly help countless others who find themselves leaving the cult in the future.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to create a sense of community and solidarity among those who have experienced or are currently dealing with the aftermath of being part of a cult. The stories shared on this platform are so raw and honest that they resonate deeply with listeners. It's comforting to know that there are others out there who have gone through similar traumas and mental breakdowns. Additionally, Toni and Lindsey's hosting style is engaging and empathetic, making you feel like you're having a conversation with close friends rather than just listening to a podcast.

    If I had to point out any downside to this podcast, it would be that sometimes the episodes can be emotionally heavy due to the nature of the topics discussed. While these emotional moments can be cathartic in many ways, they may also trigger some listeners or make them feel overwhelmed. However, it should be noted that Toni and Lindsey handle these sensitive topics with utmost care and compassion.

    In conclusion, finding The Playing in Traffic podcast has been a true blessing for me as both a former member of the WMSCOG cult and as someone who has seen their loved ones struggle within it. This podcast has provided me with therapy-like healing while allowing me to hear the stories of brave individuals who have found the strength to leave. It has given me hope and a sense of belonging that I hadn't felt in a long time. My deepest gratitude goes to Toni and Lindsey for creating this platform, and I implore anyone who is interested in cults or has been affected by one to give this podcast a listen - it will undoubtedly help you understand the experiences you or your loved ones have been through while guiding you toward healing and undoing any damage caused.



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    95 Zahng's Tots With our friend Anthony

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 91:51


    Anthony is back!!! On this episode we reminisce about our time in the WMSCOG doing volunteer activities. What really happened to those canned goods you donated? And we ask a very serious question -are we being punked-is the WMSCOG just copying episodes of The Office? What do you think? Thank you Anthony for being our guest. Boom Baby

    94 Interview with Former Member Han

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 79:09


    Join us for our conversation with Han. He is our first ex member who was born into the WMSCOG. We have been waiting for this interview for a while and are so thankful to Han for sharing his experience with all of us. Thank you Han and thank you to all of our listeners. Boom Baby

    93 MAGA is a Cult and Makeup Gate

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 52:26


    Happy New Year!! We're back in action and ready to take down all the cults! In this episode we get a little political and ask the question-Is Donald Trump a "cult leader"? Comparing his behavior to the BITE model, we discuss our personal experiences and observations of the situation in America right now. If you don't want to get political with us that's cool too!! But make sure you fast forward to 40 minutes in to hear about WMSCOG  Makeup-gate. We have new information about the world mission society church you won't want to miss. Boom Baby!

    92 Shakira Author of "Church or Cult"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 101:18


    In this episode we interview author and former member of the WMSCOG Shakira Thomas. She talks about the process of writing her book and how it advanced her healing process. Shakira was a member of the Manchester Church of god. Grab a copy of her book "Church or Cult" on Amazon today! Check out her YouTube interview with Moss Side talk TV https://youtu.be/bTKD_Vb0x-c?si=0yrZ-WpEqFWApehI https://www.bonfire.com/playing-in-traffic-podcast/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    91 News updates from the WMSCOG

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 20:53


    We start this episode with a quick update from our friend Joann. Enjoy because this is the only non depressing part of this episode. We have news updates about some disturbing events happening within the WMSCOG. You can find the links below. And... this is our first episode post election so of course we are going to talk a little bit about it here on our cult podcast. Boom Baby!! https://www.wdbj7.com/2024/05/22/3-5-family-members-killed-crash-way-home-church-function/ https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-our-family-overcome-a-tragic-loss?attribution_id=sl:90fcc320-a0ca-4ded-aedc-fceeac959992&utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet-first-launch&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer https://abc7chicago.com/post/atlanta-man-ramon-ochoa-garcia-arrested-secretly-recording-womens-bathroom-world-mission-society-church-bloomingdale/15466126/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 90 WMSCOG Infiltrates Schools

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 37:03


    We're back to catch up on WMSCOG shenanigans and their recent campaign to target young children. Send your stories about ASEZ to playingintraffic2012@gmail.com. We also discuss the Netflix series Dancing with the Devil:The 7M TikTok Cult. The similarities between this group and the world mission society church of god are striking. Stay tuned for new episodes!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    89 Interview with Former WMSCOG Member Juliet

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 66:08


    On this episode , Lindsey had the honor to do a solo interview with Ex World mission society church of God member, Juliet. We talk about her journey in and out of the WMSCOG. We also touch on the overall dangers of purity culture in the WMSCOG and other religions. Juliet, thank you so much for sharing your story with all of us. Boom Baby --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    88 Part 3 Flora and Pascal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 93:01


    Here it is folks, the final part to our conversation with Flora and Pascal. Thank you so much Flora and Pascal for being brave and for sharing your story with us. We wish you a happy and healthy future free from mind control and the WMSCOG cult. Check out https://thewellfedfamily.com and follow their journey on TikTok @wellfedfamily --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    87 Part 2 with Flora and Pascal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 98:21


    Join us as we continue our conversation with Flora's experience inside of the WMSCOG in Australia and with Pascal's experience as a family member. If you haven't already , check out their website https://thewellfedfamily.com/text/about-us/ and follow them on TikTok @thewellfedfamily Stay tuned for part 3 coming to your ear holes in the near future. Thank you Flora and Pascal for sharing your story with us. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    86 Part 1 Flora and Pascal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 44:21


    We have a very exciting series! In the next few episodes we interview Flora who is a former WMSCOG member and her husband Pascal who was never baptized into the cult. They live in Australia and share their unique experiences with the world mission society church of god there. Thank you so much for your vulnerability and willingness to share your story. Enjoy! Check out Flora and Pascal's Well Fed Family https://thewellfedfamily.com https://thewellfedfamily.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0PKLyhy1HnhGk8SAa601fr6OuNfIodu8TwcT0Un98Jc-_5n1snxzCpXQA_aem__tybIz-X9YJHAFKOx7UZTg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    85 Leaving the WMSCOG with Olivia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 100:33


    Olivia joins the PITPOD family and shares her story of how she was coerced into joining the World Mission Society Church of God. Thank you for your vulnerability. We look forward to following your journey of freedom. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    84 WMSCOG Campus Preaching with Paul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 54:41


    Following the direction of other "cults", the WMSCOG has unfortunately taken over college campuses in America. In this episode we spoke with Paul, a university student who is currently working on raising awareness about the WMSCOG's manipulative practices on campus. We are so grateful for people like Paul who were never members but help us in speaking out. We appreciate your work. Boom Baby!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    83 Smokey Karaoke With Lisa Vanarsdale

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 31:54


    On this episode, we met up with our past guest Lisa Vanarsdale live in person in Denver right before we went in to do some Smokey Karaoke at the International Church of Cannabis. Lisa catches us up on her recent 1 woman show and some new stories about her cult adventures. Click on the link below to support and watch her in action. Also, Toni and I finally have some shirts for sale so check out the link below for your very own PITPOD shirts. This was a really fun episode to record and It was such a treat to get to hang out with our friend Lisa for the night. Boom Baby https://lisavanarsdale.gumroad.com/l/whfdq https://www.bonfire.com/store/playing-in-traffic/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    82 Interview with Former WMSCOG Member Melissa

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 95:42


    In this captivating interview we spoke with Melissa about her time in the wmscog. She escaped in 2012 and shares stories about racism, child mistreatment, and manipulation of members. Thank you for your vulnerability and openness. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    81 Former Member Odalys Speaks Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 109:45


    How does being a member of the WMSCOG affect mental health? Today we speak with Odalys- a former member who bravely spoke with us about the decline of her mental health while in the WMSCOG. Odalys served in the cult as a child teacher and spoke about her time in the children's room. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your unique perspective with us. Check out Odalys' Great Light Studios interview https://youtu.be/Rk2171APXNM?si=UNMS6vVov2XfHQau How to "overcome" stress according to WMSCOG.... https://youtu.be/ZbFHno6T89k?si=3Y4dVZkpV999rJfc --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 80 YouTube Debut and Update with Esperanza

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 55:34


    Join us for our first recorded podcast available on YouTube!! Esperanza joins our studio with exciting updates in her life and shares a touching letter to a current member. Thank you Esperanza for joining us for this special episode. We always appreciate your vulnerability and insight. https://youtu.be/c-uQ6V3IEbI?si=w3mE8nz84-CvAxOa --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    79 State of Nevada vs WMSCOG member

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 35:23


    Have the teachings of the WMSCOG influenced a current member to go on a violent shooting spree? James Lewis and Brian Wayne Clegg were brutally murdered while sleeping on the streets by a current Las Vegas member. In this episode we read through the Sentencing Memorandum 2/20/24. Our deepest sympathy is offered to all the victims and family members who have suffered tremendously. We posted the Memorandum we are reading from on our Facebook page. https://lasvegassun.com/news/2019/feb/25/its-been-a-year-since-las-vegas-homeless-man-was-k/ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/suspect-held-killings-homeless-men-las-vegas-n849776 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    78 Jordan M. Part 2 Interview with a Former member of the WMSCOG

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 58:03


    In this episode we finish our interview with Jordan-former member of the WMSCOG. She shares a story about house church members being accused of human trafficking and how it was handled by the church leaders. We also discuss the challenges of an arranged marriage. Thank you for coming on the Pit pod! We celebrate your new free life. https://www.instagram.com/p/C3ZxdnSPddA/?igsh=MTB2aWw2N2ZzNzZuYg== Here is the link to see Zhang gil ja pic and current condition --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    77 Interview with Former Member Jordan M. Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 60:48


    On this episode of Playing in Traffic we are joined by Jordan Martino who now lives in Saudi Arabia. Her WMSCOG journey started in 2009 when she was just 17 years old in New Jersey. The cult took advantage of her young age and controlled every aspect of her life. We are so glad she shared her story and has found freedom. Some parts of the audio are a little scratchy but we tried to keep all of the content in so bare with us on those parts. We were speaking across the world to each other. Boom Baby Stayed tuned for part 2 coming soon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    76 Interview with Lisa C. Former Member of WMSCOG

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 86:53


    On this episode of the Pit pod we spoke with Lisa-a long-time former member of the WMSCOG. Her story begins in San Diego where she was serving in the military. She shares her experience with her mental health inside the WMSCOG and how they treated her. Thank you for sharing with us. We celebrate your freedom and beautiful new life. Please excuse any background noise. Here at the pit pod we are dog and kid lovers-we are Mom's ourselves so we know sometimes we must speak over the sweet baby noises. Enjoy!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    75 A Message to Toni

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 5:35


    Welcome to the Lindsey Show! This is just a quick note I wanted to share with Toni and to anyone with a current member in the WMSCOG Boom baby Shout out to Debby Boone , Toni had to sing this song at recital when we were kids and I won't ever forget it --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    74 Interview with Former Member Maria

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 79:49


    In this interview we speak with Maria- Former member of the WMSCOG on the east coast. Maria experienced a family tragedy while in the cult and she shares how the cult treated her in the aftermath. Maria was also an employee of the Lincoln Grill and she explains how this grill is connected to the WMSCOG. Listen all of the way until the end for a special message to Pastor Daniel Lee from Maria. Follow Maria on Instagram @Marz144 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    73 Continued Conversation with Cory

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 48:18


    Cory shares stories of discrimination and racism she witnessed in the WMSCOG. Also, she answers questions from her Great Light Studio episode. Thank you Cory! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    72 Interview with Cory, A Former Member of WMSCOG and Employee of the WeLoveU Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 64:38


    Join us for part 1 of our captivating conversation with Cory. She is a former long time member of the WMSCOG on the East Coast. She speaks about her experience as an employee of the WeLoveU foundation. Stay tuned for part 2! Check out parts 1 and 2 of Cory's Great Light Studios Interview https://youtu.be/vapbdzvHUBA?si=WIm0jetRC_tx9anx https://youtu.be/7bMJP1XM6uc?si=DM2PkUlMXle83Qc0 And Jordan Y TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8HTcVPn/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    71 A little story about discrimination in the WMSCOG. And also, are we retiring?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 47:02


    Check out this episode to hear a little story about discrimination , a review of the documentary “love has won” (about a different mother God ) and we will reveal if we are going into retirement or not. Check out Kori's Great light Studio interview https://youtu.be/vapbdzvHUBA?si=mbyZHrGEOTrXWW05 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    70 WMSCOG Documentary!! Interview with Harry Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 57:53


    We were thrilled to speak with British journalist Harry Robinson, creator of Mother's Ruin:Unmasking the WMSCOG. He shares his process of creating this documentary and how it affected his life. A HUGE thank you to Harry! Follow him on Twitter @Robboharry. Mother's Ruin:Unmasking the WMSCOG Dec 17th YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    69 WMSCOG Wife Life Told By Toni

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2023 47:49


    Speaking of marriages....let's talk about Toni's!! For the first time, Toni opens up about what marriage is like inside the cult of the world mission society church of god. This episode is not intended to discount the horror of arranged marriages. This is a story of how the WMSCOG tactically interferes in ALL interpersonal relationships to isolate victims. Thanks for listening!!! Boom baby! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    68 Part 2 with WMSCOG survivor Sharon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 75:38


    In this episode we continued our conversation with Sharon. She shares her experience of finally leaving the World Mission Society Church of God. Thank you for sharing your inspirational story with us Sharon!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    67 Interview with Former Member Sharon Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 98:12


    In this episode we spoke with Sharon-a former member of the WMSCOG who was baptized in Salt Lake City. We spoke about the ever changing doctrines and deceptive practices she witnessed. Because there was so much to talk about, we decided to break this one into 2 parts for her full story. Coming soon.... Thank you Sharon and to all former members who speak out against the abuse in WMSCOG. You're making it easier for other people to make informed decisions for themselves about this group. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    66 Steffan Tubbs Radio Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 36:58


    We were interviewed on local AM radio on August 3rd 2023. Join us on this episode as we describe the interesting experience of it all. Thank you to Steffan Tubbs for having us on your show. It was a really great experience. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steffan-tubbs-show-8-3-2023-hr-3/id1347240740?i=1000623389310 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steffan-tubbs-show-8-3-2023-hr-2/id1347240740?i=1000623389309 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    65 Former member Sham shares experiences of his time in Nepal WMSCOG

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 110:28


    On this episode we talk to Sham about his experience as a long time member of the WMSCOG in Nepal. He shares how the church of god preys on college aged students there as well. Sham offers unique insights of this cultic group. Please listen to the whole episode. It's interesting beginning to end. Also, Check out Michele and Raymonds Gofundme page and donate if you are able. They have both been past guests on our show and we wish them the very best on their legal battle with the WMSCOG. https://gofund.me/546849ac And check out this new article from a news station in Australia about the WMSCOG. https://7news.com.au/news/sa/amy-was-home-alone-when-she-got-a-knock-at-the-door-within-minutes-a-priest-was-putting-a-veil-over-her-head-c-11127166 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    64 EMDR Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2023 19:50


    Listen to our recent EMDR experiences as we continue the path of healing from the world mission society church of god cult tactics. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    63 Respect your Sleep, Protect your sleep. An Episode about Sleep Deprivation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 55:35


    Most cult members experience some form of sleep deprivation, making it impossible for them to think clearly. We share how the World Mission Society Church of God controls sleep and leaves former members with nightmares. https://www.icsahome.com/articles/the-unique-characteristics-of-postcult-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-and-suggested-therapeutic-approaches-docx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    62 Arranged Marriage in the WMSCOG with our friend Anthony

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 100:58


    Anthony has been so kind to let us ask personal questions about his experience of having an arranged marriage within the WMSCOG. Do you know the difference between arranged marriages and forced marriages? Tune in to this episode to find out. What do you think about WMSCOG "arranged" marriages? Let us know your experiences at playingintraffic2012@gmail.com . Boom Baby (888) 373-7888 National Human Trafficking Hotline. Text HELP 233733 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 18 Time Travel with Tara, an interview all of the way from Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 95:31


    We are so excited for our first international interview with former WMSCOG member , Tara. Tara attended the WMSCOG location in Australia. Tara also lived in Nepal and shares her experience with us about what life is really like there for the WMSCOG members. Thank you Tara so much for sharing your experience with all of us. If you would like to share your experience with us about the WMSCOG, email us at playingintraffic2012@gmail.com Boom Baby --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 17 Climate Change can be fun

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 27:19


    Didn't receive your invitation to the "last ever Passover?" It's ok. Don't be scared! Lindsey is running for president and we're all getting a carbon tax. Join us as we talk through some ways we can rethink our approach to climate change without religion. It's still scary , but a little less so. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 16 Esperanza Part 3 Interview with former WMSCOG Member

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 55:22


    In this third and final interview with Esperanza, we explore her interaction with an Ex-Mormon and how that ultimately led to her final escape from the WMSCOG. She shares what the healing process has been like for her.  Esperanza-Thank you for sharing your story with us!! Kapow www.playingintrafficpod.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 15 Part 2 Interview with former member Esperanza Season 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 62:26


    Here is the conclusion to our interview with Esperanza-a former WMSCOG leader. We are so happy for her escape and cannot wait to see the amazing ways she will thrive in the free world. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 14 Interview with former Member Esperanza Part 1 Season 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 56:13


    Join us for this powerful interview with former Colorado Springs WMSCOG member Esperanza. She shares her story of genuinely seeking to please God. However she was quickly put in dangerous situations. We are thankful for her bravery in speaking out. Part 2 coming soon!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 13 Them Damn Yankees Visit South Carolina - An interview with cousin Traci

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 38:26


    Welcome to Hampton county South Carolina, home of the Watermelon Festival. Tune in to our first ever out of state recorded interview with our cousin Traci. She was the first person to reach out to us after we started the podcast and we have been wanting to interview her for an episode ever since. Also this trip marks Toni's first ever family visit to South Carolina OUT of the cult! She got to enjoy a visit with our grandaddy, aunts , uncles and cousins without the looming weight of guilt and fear for the first time in over a decade. I'm calling this one my masterpiece you guys. You don't have to agree because Art is subjective but we hope you enjoy it. Thank you Traci for sharing your story with us and for being a great cousin and friend. We love and miss all of our family in South Carolina and mourn the loss of childhood and youth a little more with each visit. Here's to trapping every detail we can for later. Boom Baby --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 12 Make Art and Laugh with Lisa VanArsdale ; Professional Snugglin and Cult Visiting Season 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 73:31


    Join us for our exciting episode with Lisa VanArsdale, the lovely and unique cult visitor, professional snuggler , crafter and comedian.  You do not want to miss this one. Lisa tells us about her visits with various cults. She explains to us what a professional snuggler is. This is wild . It's beautiful. It's funny. It's thoughtful.  Check out Lisa's site to stay up to date on all of her upcoming awesomeness.  https://lisavanarsdale.wordpress.com Thank you Lisa  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 11 Season 5 Massage Therapy for Cult survivors

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 33:11


    Today we talk about how what why where and when massage therapy is beneficial in your cult exiting plan and or general life journey. Lindsey has been a LMT for 7 years and will walk us through all things massage. Check out the movie Kajillionaire because it's awesome. Old Dolio is worth it. Boom Baby --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 10 Interview with former member Nathan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 37:05


    Join us while we chat with former west coast WMSCOG member Nathan. Toni's first ever co-smoking homie!! Find us on social media to see photos of Nathans Pow Wow experience.   Enjoy!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 9 Interview of US with our friend and former member Chad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 65:01


    Plot twist , Chad interviews US on this episode. Join us for this New Years special.  Chad has message for the WMSCOG and treats us with his spot on accent.  Thanks Chad for being our guest and our homie.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 8 Season 5 Interview with former member Sarah

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 54:26


    On this episode we talk with former member Sarah. Thank you Sarah for sharing your story with us. We talk about family involvement in the cult, mental illness and so much more.  We hope everyone has a great and safe New Years and that 2023 brings you healing, freedom, and happiness wherever you are.  Thank you to every person who listened to our podcast this year (Yes, even you who is listening on the inside of the WMSCOG to see if you can sue us for anything we might say on here. We even thank you for listening. Kind of find it endearing actually and hope you tune in next year.) This is not what we expected to happen when we decided to start our podcast and this past year will be one that we will always remember. We've met so many amazing people throughout this year and you are all inspiring. Thank you Chad, Kelsey, Jordan , Amonnie, Jordan from GLS, Dustin D, the Cannabis Connoisseur hosts Jack and Ryan, Kellie, Joanne, Raymond, Anthony, Michele, Luis, Emma, Caroline and AJ, Chris from SCJ, Kacey from Cult Vault , Berdine, and Sarah.   HAPPY NEW YEAR !!  BOOM BABY --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 7 Season 5 Let's talk about Sex...Trafficking

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 53:35


    On this episode, the WMSCOG is award a very special award from us, the PITPOD. Lindsey reads her own letter to mother and we talk about Sex trafficking , Human trafficking , labor laws and Age of consent for marriage in the US.  Check out the Great light studios interview with Michele, Kelsey and Peter https://youtu.be/STh5rJYLOhw Here is the Article titled "No worries , say Police" ...  https://www.pilotonline.com/life/faith/vp-nw-god-the-mother-trafficking-scare-20200204-6nethfbtyncghduahdvc6tvttm-story.html Boom Baby  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 6 Season 5 Part 2 with Anthony and Kelsey : Failed Doomsday Prophecy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 95:21


    Trigger warning : In this episode, among so many other things, we discuss what it was like for Toni , Anthony and Kelsey to really live in the mindset that the world was about to end at any moment. It gets real and intense but it's worth the listen when you're ready. Thank you all for sharing your experience ( you too Toni, that shit was traumatizing and I'm proud of you.) We pick apart the multiple failed doomsday predictions of the WMSCOG and if you're lucky, you might get to hear Anthony's newest Doomsday prediction.  Stay tuned for more parts with our new Co hosts Anthony and Kelsey. Check out the links below for the random things we mentioned in this episode.  How to Overcome Stress Video from WMSCOG https://youtu.be/ZbFHno6T89k Yeonmi Park's Tedtalk about leaving North Korea  https://youtu.be/mLzTo-y8Ef0 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 5 Season 5 Interview with former member Berdine

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 77:27


    On this episode we talk to former member of the WMSCOG Berdine. Stay tuned to find out what POW POW means and so much more. Thank you Berdine for sharing your story with us. It was an honor to get to know you and we wish you all of the healing and happiness you deserve.  Boom Baby Check out Berdine's Great Light Studio interview https://youtu.be/VhdHf8brSHc --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 4 Season 5 Deconstructing the WMSCOG Bible History with Kelsey and Anthony

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 107:45


    You have been asking for this episode for a long time listeners, and we have delivered. On this episode we brought in some help via Kelsey and Anthony to explain some of the historical inaccuracies of the WMSCOG Bible teachings. This is part 1 of a set of episodes where we take a look WMSCOG history compared to actual real life history. And of course, Anthony's musical debut on the show. If you have any topics you would like covered, let us know at playingintraffic2012@gmail.com Thanks for listening. BOOM BABY --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Season 5 Episode 3 Kacey from CultVault

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 74:13


    We are so excited to share our conversation with Kacey from the Cult Vault!  She is a fellow podcaster who was so nice to have both of us on her show last spring and ever since we have been wanting to ask her our own questions. Thank you Kacey for being a part of our show, You are amazing and keep doing the great work that you do.  Check out Kacey's podcast to hear stories from all sorts of different cult survivors.   https://www.cultvaultpodcast.com Here is a link to Kacey's most memorable interview mentioned in this episode.  https://youtu.be/-hptjmpYbVc Check out playing in traffic now on YouTube, Apple, Spotify and Anchor.  Boom Baby  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

    Episode 2 Season 5 Interview with Chris a Korean cult cousin of SCJ

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 84:08


    This one is very special!! We are joined by Chris-a former member of Shincheonji another South Korean cult. His story is surprising and inspiring. For more info about SCJ check out a very detailed website https://www.examiningthescj.com You can find more support at https://reddit.com/r/shincheonji. If you would like to talk directly to Chris, email him at ltdchaos@hotmail.com BOOM BABY --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/playingintraffic/support

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