Podcasts about cults

On this episode of Cults, Culture & Coercion, I sat down with one of my most trusted colleagues and best friends, Jon Atack—author, artist, poet, musician, and the recognized world expert on Scientology. Jon's latest book, If Scientology Ruled the World: Nazi Occultists, Sex Magick, Space Aliens, and the Second Coming, begins with a chilling thought experiment: what if Scientology actually took power? To be clear: Jon does not believe that Scientology — which is facing serious challenges in maintaining current members and recruiting new ones — could ever gain enough popularity to control any government, let alone all the world's governments. Still, with its extreme beliefs and ruthless disregard for human rights, Scientology could serve as a stand-in for any authoritarian movement. And there are many active Scientology offshoots. As I argue in my book The Cult of Trump, authoritarianism exists worldwide, and harmful groups influence politics through lobbyists, cash, and manufactured populism. Maybe a Scientology group won't take over, but the idea that a destructive movement could dominate a nation, or even the world, isn't far-fetched. In this book, Jon connects the dots with Nazi occultism and Hubbard, destroys eugenics, Nazi Aryan race theory, and so much more. With Nazism on the rise worldwide, this is a really important book—easy to read yet fastidious in its research. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're moonwalking straight into the chaotic world of Apollo 11 conspiracy theories — where facts are optional, confidence is abundant, and someone somewhere is insisting the shadows “just don't line up.”Although millions watched the moon landing live, doubts started swirling almost immediately. Then along came Bill Kaysing in 1976, brandishing his book We Never Went to the Moon: America's $30 Billion Swindle like a tabloid headline written during Mercury retrograde. With one extremely shouty title, he helped launch the conspiracy movement into the stratosphere.In this episode, we unpack how the media fanned the flames, why the 1970s were ripe for a hoax explosion, and how wildly confident claims take hold of public belief. We explore the history, the hysteria, and the hilariously bold certainty of people who've never set foot on the moon — or a film set, for that matter. Did we really land on the moon? Nikki and Cheryl are here to deliver the RECEIPTS, PROOF, TIMELINES! Topics Covered: • Apollo 11's early doubters • Bill Kaysing's “did he really say that?” arguments • Why conspiracy theories thrive in chaotic times • The media's role in shaping hoax culture • How narratives stick and spread • Why media literacy still matters (and always will)If you're interested in more true crime deep dives, hit subscribe and ring the bell to stay updated.

I metalåret 1987 stod den på både heavy-hits og benhård metal: på den ene side poppet metalrock som Def Leppard og megasællerten “Hysteria”, og det nye Whitesnakes “1987” album. På den anden side hårdføre bands som de danske thrash-konger Artillery og dødsmetal-pionererne Death. Sat lidt på spidsen, selvfølgelig, for der var også de bands, som hverken var det ene eller det andet; eksempelvis Guns n' Roses og deres gedigne gennembruds-debutalbum “Appetite For Destruction” og King Diamonds fuldendte metalværk “Abigail”. Og så bød 1987 også på stor international opmærksomhed på andre danske og delvist danske bandprojekter som Pretty Maids, White Lion og Metallica. Metalåret 1987 gennemgås af Jens "Jam" Rasmussen, studievært, og det faste og fornemme triumvirat af studiegæsterne Steffen Jungersen, Michael Stützer Hansen og Michael Denner. Nedslagspunkter: - Det hårdt rockende metalår 1987 må nødvendigvis bydes velkommen af Guns N' Roses og “Welcome To the Jungle”. Studieværten og Steffen Jungersen taler om nummeret, bandet og albummet, naturligvis, “Appetite For Destruction". - Bragende fedt comeback-album fra Guns-forbillederne Aerosmith, det perfekt producerede “Permanent Vacation”. - Def Leppards længe ventede “Hysteria” album er en sand hitparade af fængende heavy-pop sange, som skaber et af historiens bedste sælgende rockalbum. - Motley Crüe udråber et glammet, trefoldigt hard rock-hurra til pigerne på albummet “Girls, Girls, Girls”, som dyrkes af både metal-drengene og heavy-pigerne. - Producer Rick Rubin kaster sin AC/DC- og Rolling Stones-kærlighed over The Cults autentiske rock'n'roll-udspil “Electric”, mens AC/DC's lydtekniker fra “Highway To Hell”, Mike Dearnley, producerer D-A-D debuten “D-A-D Draws a Circle”. - Deep Purples velkomne comeback med mark II lineuppet fortsætter ufortrødent fedt på albummet “The House of Blue Light”, mens Tony Martin debuterer som Black Sabbath-sanger på “The Eternal Idol”. - Det var rock'n'roll, vi kom fra, og som Motörhead deklarerede på deres albumtitel fra 1987. Samme Motörhead, som sprængte samtlige volumeskalaer ved deres koncertbesøg. - Jungersen, Stützer og Rasmussen tager den decibel-blæsende tur tilbage til legendariske Saga i 1987. København, hvor også Manowar skruede op. - Vi fortsætter til Sagas genbo og “lillebror” Carlton, hvor studieværten headbanger ind i sin makkers hoved til showet med Helloween, Running Wild og Overkill, og rammes af en stagedivers militærstøvler til showet med Artillery og Destruction samme sted. YEAH! - Michael Stützer fokuserer mest på sit guitarspil og sit band, hvilket resulterer i det andet Artillery album, “Terror Squad”, som fører an i den europæiske thrash metal-liga sammen med Kreator og førnævnte Destruction. - I januar ‘87 genoptager Metallica deres Europa-turné. Først i Falkoner Teatret, København, og dagen efter i Holstebro Hallen. Senere på året udkommer bandets første indspilning med bassisten Jason Newsted, cover-EP'en "Garage Days The 5,98 Dollar EP". - Fuld smæk på Bay Area-scenen, hvor Exodus udsender album nr. 2 “Pleasures of the Flesh”, Testament deres debutalbum "The Legacy" og Death Angel deres debut “The Ultra-Violence”. Sidstnævnte med en chokerende optræden på hovedscenen på årets Roskilde Festival. - På østkysten rykker Anthrax med “Among The Living”, og der tærskes løs fra Brasilien til Birmingham. Fra Sepultura til Napalm Death. Og i Tampa Bay, Florida udsender Death deres genredefinerende debut “Scream Bloody Gore”. - Michael Denner dukker op i studiet, hvor han og Jungersen tager pulsen på årets danske/dansk-relaterede udspil fra White Lion, Pretty Maids og Denners eget King Diamond, der udsender deres episke hovedværk “Abigail”. God tur tilbage til 1987, og på snarligt genhør i metalåret 1988 om en uges tid! Idé, tilrettelæggelse og research: Jens "Jam" Rasmussen Produktion: Jan Eriksen

Filming the Paranormal and UAP with Darcy Weir Darcy Weir has produced 15 feature-length films celebrated for their visually striking cinematography and revealing interviews with leading figures in the realms of the paranormal, UAPs, Sasquatch, and underground bases. His works include Dark Alliance, which investigates the darker and more deceptive side of the UFO and disclosure field. Darcy's documentaries combine investigative depth with artistic vision to expose both truth and illusion in hidden realities. Darcy discusses his latest explorations into the intersections of psychic phenomena, remote viewing, and UAP encounters. He shares insights from two decades of research, revealing how consciousness, telepathic communication, and nonhuman intelligence may all be connected. Weir also delves into the ethical dangers, grifters, and cult-like dynamics emerging within the modern UFO disclosure movement. 00:00:01 Introduction 00:01:45 Darcy's filmmaking focus on the paranormal and UAP 00:03:15 Exploring psychic communication and military remote viewing 00:08:20 Evidence from Project Stargate and telepathic contact cases 00:13:05 Filmmaking evolution and theories of crypto terrestrials 00:20:10 Artificial intelligence and the idea of alien AI probes 00:31:00 Risks of psychic communication and the hitchhiker effect 00:39:20 Cults, grifters, and manipulation in the UFO community 00:49:10 Truth, defamation, and responsible documentary work 01:04:55 Conclusion NTA Guest Host Debra Lynne Katz, PhD, is founder of the International School of Clairvoyance. She currently serves as President of the International Remote Viewing Association (IRVA) and is an adjunct professor at the California Institute for Human Science. Her books include You Are Psychic, Extraordinary Psychic, and Associative Remote Viewing Her website is debrakatz.com (Recorded on July 19, 2025) For a short video on How to Get the Most From New Thinking Allowed, go to https://youtu.be/aVbfPFGxv9o For a complete, updated list with links to all of our videos, see https://newthinkingallowed.com/Listings.htm. Check out the New Thinking Allowed Foundation website at http://www.newthinkingallowed.org. There you will find our incredible, searchable database as well as opportunities to shop and to support our video productions – plus, this is where people can subscribe to our FREE, weekly Newsletter and can download a FREE .pdf copy of our quarterly magazine. To order high-quality, printed copies of our quarterly magazine: NTA-Magazine.MagCloud.com Check out New Thinking Allowed’s AI chatbot. You can create a free account at awakin.ai/open/jeffreymishlove. When you enter the space, you will see that our chatbot is one of several you can interact with. While it is still a work in progress, it has been trained on 1,600 NTA transcripts. It can provide intelligent answers about the contents of our interviews. It’s almost like having a conversation with Jeffrey Mishlove. If you would like to join our team of volunteers, helping to promote the New Thinking Allowed YouTube channel on social media, editing and translating videos, creating short video trailers based on our interviews, helping to upgrade our website, or contributing in other ways (we may not even have thought of), please send an email to friends@newthinkingallowed.com. To join the NTA Psi Experience Community on Facebook, see https://www.facebook.com/groups/1953031791426543/ To download and listen to audio versions of the New Thinking Allowed videos, please visit our new podcast at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/new-thinking-allowed-audio-podcast/id1435178031. Download and read Jeffrey Mishlove’s Grand Prize essay in the Bigelow Institute competition, Beyond the Brain: The Survival of Human Consciousness After Permanent Bodily Death, go to https://www.bigelowinstitute.org/docs/1st.pdf. You can help support our video productions while enjoying a good book. To order a copy of New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: Is There Life After Death? click on https://amzn.to/3LzLA7Y (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.) To order the second book in the New Thinking Allowed Dialogues series, Russell Targ: Ninety Years of ESP, Remote Viewing, and Timeless Awareness, go to https://amzn.to/4aw2iyr To order a copy of New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: UFOs and UAP – Are We Really Alone?, go to https://amzn.to/3Y0VOVh

Get a 7-day free trial to ad-free, early access to Red Thread: https://www.official.men Welcome to The Red Thread, a podcast series where two friends (Jordan and Jackson) investigate the peculiar space just beyond reality. Cryptids, Conspiracies, Cults and more are on the investigation board, and nothing is off limits. What will they discover? There's only one way to find out... --- Check out FriendlyJordies: https://www.youtube.com/@friendlyjordies Check out Jordan Shanks: https://www.youtube.com/@jordanshanksselfhelp Check out Jordan on tour in Australia:https://www.friendlyjordies.com/ Support the show, leave a rating, and remember to subscribe: Listen on Audio ➡️ https://linktr.ee/redthreadshow Listen to other Our Other Shows ➡️ https://linktr.ee/theofficialnetwork Support us on Patreon ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/theofficialpodcast This is Episode #91, where we discuss 3I/Atlas, a comet that has travelled to us from outside of our solar system. Originally recorded 11/22/25. Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kyF0HMb0xMTIkXAn039FvVztjvgNX3nZ3w2KHol0RRU/edit?usp=sharing Hosts: Jackson - https://www.twitter.com/zealotonpc Jordan - https://www.twitter.com/friendlyjordies Writer/Producer: Jackson Clarke Music/Editing by: https://www.instagram.com/00zaya Thumbnail: https://bento.me/elvan Designer: http://www.jr-design-co.com/ Produced under The Official Podcast Network Contact (business only): theofficialpodcastyt@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new apostle for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has taken his seat at the table. Gerald Caussé spent his life in corporate business before his call to the Presiding Bishopric in 2012. In 2015 he ascended to Presiding Bishop and has been the money manager of the church since then. During his tenure, numerous scandals have hit the church related to finances, including a fine from the SEC for falsifying business records to conceal wealth. In the wake of these numerous scandals, Gerald takes his position on the board of the wealthiest religion on the planet. Let's discuss! After that we chat about Catch Me If You Can, a movie about a con man starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks that does a great job of concealing the truth. Then we have happy news about pain management medications and promising research in that field.   Show Notes:  https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2012-07-18/how-the-mormons-make-money?embedded-checkout=true https://religionnews.com/2025/11/07/im-cautiously-optimistic-about-the-new-lds-apostle/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqt-k5lbrQhddAne7du47HHB6Gfpstoh_gnkML4Mjyb2cciCqUeR9lh0geUR_aem_j1UGWxzM9qQmQJTCjHRRfg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G%C3%A9rald_Causs%C3%A9 https://www.deseret.com/faith/2020/2/14/21133740/mormon-church-finances-billions-presiding-bishopric-ensign-peak-tithing-donations-byu-real-estate/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_E._Stevenson https://archive.ph/20130102082820/http://deseretnews.com/article/1,5143,695267801,00.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXbPxIHkijg https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/gerald-j-causse?lang=eng https://speeches.byu.edu/speakers/gerald-causse/ https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/company/4636873Z:FP?embedded-checkout=true https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2024/08/16/lds-churchs-ensign-peak-reports/ https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/feds-fine-mormon-church-5-million https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2023-35 https://ldsflow.com/the-lds-church-a-year-of-global-service-and-impact-w-infographic/ https://doctorow.medium.com/the-mormon-church-owns-the-most-valuable-property-portfolio-in-america-ff590d405dd6 https://www.livescience.com/18094-perceptions-mormonism-americans-infographic.html https://exploringmormonism.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Corporate-structure-image-400.jpg https://www.reddit.com/r/mormon/comments/8nwznm/breakdown_of_the_humanitarian_aid_vs_church/ https://mormonfamily.net/2666/mormons-in-america https://mormonwiki.com/Farms_Owned_By_The_Mormon_Church https://mormonwiki.com/Farmland_Reserve https://github.com/jsoma/data-studio-projects/issues/287 https://mormonbillions.com/ https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/feature/templesquare/dining?lang=eng https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=54478720&itype=cmsid https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/first-presidency-statement-church-finances https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/church-donations-and-reserves?lang=eng https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/church-finances-and-a-growing-global-church https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/church-financial-independence https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_World%27s_Billionaires https://www.brookings.edu/articles/mitt-romneys-terrible-horrible-no-good-very-bad-campaign/ https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/church/leader/keith-b-mcmullin?lang=eng https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/church/leader/keith-b-mcmullin?lang=eng https://www.polynesia.com/packages?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19311784&gbraid=0AAAAAD_ZKoaNHFjLk9c46VTzwjPJppfQq&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoZDJBhC0ARIsAERP-F_GnjI9U3f9gVGjpeQI6kspteXwPXuh-5JdDFi3aiUVpxghq9HZMZgaAnBREALw_wcB https://www.reddit.com/r/exmormon/comments/8n8dd3/mormonleaks_has_uncovered_13_llcs_limited/   MOGP: Catch Me If You Can: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0264464/?ref_=ttpl_ov_bk  Where it's streaming: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/catch-me-if-you-can  Books:  The Greatest Hoax on Earth – Catching Truth, While We Can, by Alan C Logan  Catch Me If You Can: The True Story of a Real Fake, by Frank W. Abagnale and Stan Redding    Frank Abagnale Jr: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Abagnale    Happy News:  A tiny enzyme may hold the key to safer pain relief: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/11/251123085557.htm    Other appearances: Chris Shelton interviewed us in the beginning of a series on Mormonism on his Speaking of Cults series. Our most recent discussion was on the Mountain Meadows Massacre: https://youtu.be/iJWirjCyWdk  He has had MANY different fascinating people on so go take a look!  Here is the whole playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpGuS7GcsgA&list=PLGrPM1Pg2h72ADIuv8eYmzrJ-ppLOlw_g   Email: glassboxpodcast@gmail.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GlassBoxPod  Patreon page for documentary: https://www.patreon.com/SeerStonedProductions BlueSky: @glassboxpodcast.bsky.social  Other BlueSky: @bryceblankenagel.bsky.social and @shannongrover.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassboxpodcast/  Merch store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/exmoapparel/shop Or find the merch store by clicking on "Store" here: https://glassboxpodcast.com/index.html One time Paypal donation: bryceblankenagel@gmail.com  Venmo: @Shannon-Grover-10  

The Cults of Dragon Con Volume 1 of a new ongoing segment In honor of the upcoming 40th anniversary, we’re starting a new series delving into some of the histories of the various cults of our beloved Dragon Con. There are SO MANY different obsessions us con goers have become enamored with, we couldn’t keep […] The post The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 11 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Sam Bankman-Fried, FTX scandal, AI, AIG, the AI grift, utilitarianism, effective altruism (EA), nuclear power, renewables, anti-natalism, Extinctionism, longtermism, how AI relates to the grid, predictive modeling, the overlap between AI & crypto scams, Peter Thiel, the pathological fear of death among the elite, the search for immortality, $LIBER, $Trump, $LIBER scandal, Argentina, Javier Milei, Hayden Davis, LeBaron family, cults, LeBaron family ties to Trump, money launderingDavid's bookMusic by: Keith Allen Dennishttps://keithallendennis.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Killers, Cults & Queens, Nikki and Cheryl start things off with a very British battle: winter arriving overnight and turning every car on the street into an ice cube. After realising neither of them is remotely qualified to defrost a windscreen without risking a full-blown insurance claim, the queens help you navigate the sudden frost like the glamorous winter warriors you are.But after some frosty chaos and cosy catch-up, the tone takes a serious turn...This episode covers one of the most disturbing and unforgettable crimes in Canadian history: the Greyhound bus murder of 2008. On a quiet evening journey through rural Manitoba, passengers found themselves trapped in a nightmare that unfolded without warning. Nikki and Cheryl walk you through the case with care, exploring the timeline of events, the survivors' trauma, and how the Canadian legal system responded in the years that followed.

Song 1: “You Can't Do That” (composed and performed by John Modaff)Poem 1: “Vegetable Medley” by Mikki Aronoff, a much-published Albuquerque poet, Pushcart nominee, and animal advocate. Poem first published in The Dribble Drabble Review. Fiction: excerpt from Death of a Department Chair by Lynn C. Miller.Her fifth novel, The Surrogate, comes out in Spring, 2026 from the University of Wisconsin Press. https://uwpress.wisc.edu/Books/T/The-Surrogate  Feed the Cat Break: “Never Goodbye” (composed by John Modaff, performed by jvm and The Mystery Woman)           Poem 2: “Who Knew” by poet and artist Julie Williams, author of Escaping Tornado Season and Drama Queens in the House. A poetry collection is in process. Song 2: “Original Sin” (composed and performed by John Modaff)  Episode artwork by Lynda Miller Show theme and Incidental music by John V. Modaff The Unruly Muse is Recorded in Albuquerque, NM and Morehead, KY. NEXT UP: Jan 2026, Episode 55, “Ancestors”     Thank You to our listeners all over the world. Please tell your friends about the podcast. Lynn & John

End Times Alert: Transgenderism Considered “Holy” by “Protestants”Holy Transgenderism, Batman! Josh Peck talks about a recent push by cultists to consider transgenderism holy.To get the audio-only podcast version of full videos and Josh Peck's blog, which includes original articles, show notes, and more, subscribe to Josh's Substack at http://joshpeck.substack.comIt is with a heavy heart that I (Nathan's father) inform you that Nathan went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Sept. 22nd, 2025. He fought an extremely rare form of cancer bravely, but in the end, his heart couldn't keep up the fight anymore. He went fast with no prolonged suffering. We want to thank all of you who have kept him in prayer. Please know that those prayers were not in vain. Our son lives with Jesus now. We are now updating this campaign to reflect our financial need for his remaining hospital bills, funeral expenses, and housing for our family. For those who don't already know, we have had to evacuate our home due to a very serious mold issue. It was caused by a pipe bursting last November; our renters sent out a team to fix it, but apparently they did not do it properly and when the warm weather came earlier this year, the mold started to grow. This is what the mold report found out. It is now unlivable. Because of this, our entire family has had to live in Airbnbs for the last several weeks. We are essentially homeless. On top of that, our renters informed us that they will continue charging us rent until we can move all of our things out. Because of the mold, we have had to throw away a lot of our things, such as beds, furniture, clothes, and anything else the mold has ruined. House rent, Airbnb rentals, hospital bills, funeral expenses, many new household items, clothes, and everything else we need to keep our family of us and our four remaining children is, as you can imagine, piling on quite a bit. As most men, I do not enjoy asking for help. However, as most fathers and husbands can relate to, there isn't anything I won't do for my family. In light of that, I wanted to first ask all of you to pray for us. Also, because of the overwhelming expenses that inevitably come from all these things happening at the same time, if you feel led to help us financially, there's a couple different ways you can do that:GiveSendGo: http://www.GiveSendGo.com/NathanTheBravePayPal: http://PayPal.me/JoshPeckDisclosureOr send in your donation to:P.O. Box 270123Oklahoma City, OK 73137

15% off Soul Syrup: go to https://www.soulsyrup.com.au and use code REDTHREAD Get a 7 day free trial to ad free, early access to Red Thread: https://www.official.men Check out Jordan's latest video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZBQe4RLdZ8 Welcome to The Red Thread, a podcast series where two friends (Jordan and Jackson) investigate the peculiar space just beyond reality. Cryptids, Conspiracies, Cults and more are on the investigation board and nothing is off limits. What will they discover? There's only one way to find out... --- Check out FriendlyJordies: https://www.youtube.com/@friendlyjordies Check out Jordan Shanks: https://www.youtube.com/@jordanshanksselfhelp Check out Jordan on tour in Australia:https://www.friendlyjordies.com/ Support the show, leave a rating and remember to subscribe: Listen on Audio ➡️ https://linktr.ee/redthreadshow Listen to other Our Other Shows ➡️ https://linktr.ee/theofficialnetwork Support us on Patreon ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/theofficialpodcast This is Episode #90, where we discuss the conspiracy theories surrounding the Titanic. Originally recorded 18/11/25. Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mfDGrXW6uFyzlDVJyHmO7B_KrKlIrBh6rQWaXKEt_3Q/edit?usp=sharing Hosts: Jackson - https://www.twitter.com/zealotonpc Jordan - https://www.twitter.com/friendlyjordies Writer/Producer: Jackson Clarke Music/Editing by: https://linktr.ee/zayaLT Thumbnail: https://bento.me/elvan Designer: http://www.jr-design-co.com/ Produced under The Official Podcast Network Contact (business only): theofficialpodcastyt@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marketing critic Dr. Mara Einstein walks us through the ways in which brands act like cults, especially when it comes to recruiting and maintaining a loyal customer base. She is the author of Hoodwinked: How Marketers Use the Same Tactics as Cults and host of the Hoodwinked with Dr. Mara Einstein podcast. You'll fine her TikTok videos especially enlightening, so follow there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab your blankets and settle in for another Spooky Sleepover with Nikki and Cheryl on Killers, Cults & Queens! This week we catch up on all things winter fashion, our Comic Con adventures, and the strange world of quirky documentaries—including a completely fictional shark bakery that Nikki is far too enthusiastic about.Speaking of which… Nikki is thinking of changing career to start making documentaries, but she might face some difficulty as it's a scenario that doesn't exist — and yes, she's pitching it to you anyway.We also explore the eerie true story of Kuru, the disease historically linked to cannibalistic rituals, before rounding things off with a joyful rant about the sudden boom in orange wristwatch straps worn by middle-aged men. Fashion statement? Midlife crisis? We're not sure, but we have thoughts.This episode is a mix of cosy chaos, queer humour, weird history, and spooky storytelling — the perfect blend for your weekly wind-down.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU!Email killerscultsqueens@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram @killerscultsqueens.✨ Support the show on Patreon for bonus content and early AD FREE access: patreon.com/killerscultsqueens

Most of us think we'd never fall for a cult. We imagine the followers of Jim Jones as naïve, brainwashed, or broken people who “drank the Kool-Aid.” But what if that's not the truth at all?In this eye-opening episode, host Gabe Howard speaks with the award-winning author of “Death in the Jungle: Murder, Betrayal, and the Lost Dream of Jonestown,” Candace Fleming, about the real story behind Jonestown, aka the Peoples Temple, and the mass suicide that shocked the world. Fleming reveals how ordinary, intelligent, and socially conscious people were slowly drawn into Jim Jones's orbit — not because they wanted to die, but because they wanted to belong, to matter, and to change the world. Listener takeaways: Discover nine warning signs of a destructive or cult-like group. Learn why intelligent, well-intentioned people joined Jim Jones' cult. Explore how to recognize and protect yourself from coercive influences. Listen in as they explore how groupthink, manipulation, and gradual isolation can transform a movement with noble intentions into something deeply destructive.  Together, they dismantle the myths surrounding cults and reveal the psychological, emotional, and social dynamics that allow them to take hold. Ultimately, their conversation challenges us to confront an unsettling question: Could it happen to any of us? “They had started people with Peoples Temple, some of them back in the ‘50s when it was still in Indianapolis and truly was an integrated church, unheard of in the '50s. They followed Jones to California and then on to Guyana. And all of that was because of their own community. So people came for many reasons, but none of them because they were, as we would like to say, cultists, brainwashed, crazy.” ~Candace Fleming Our host, Candace Fleming, is the prolific and versatile award-winning author of many books for children and young adults. School Library Journal praised her most recent title, Murder Among Friends, which received four starred reviews, as a "chilling page-turner." Her previous book The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh received six starred reviews, was a Kirkus, PW, Booklist, and SLJ Best Book of the Year, and was hailed by the Wall Street Journal as a “fascinating chronicle.” Candace's The Family Romanov also received six starred reviews, won the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Nonfiction and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and was recognized as a Sibert Nonfiction Honor Book. Her many acclaimed picture books include Giant Squid, a Sibert Honor Book. Visit her on the web at candacefleming.com. Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. Gabe is also the host of the "Inside Bipolar" podcast with Dr. Nicole Washington. Gabe makes his home in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio. He lives with his supportive wife, Kendall, and a Miniature Schnauzer dog that he never wanted, but now can't imagine life without. To book Gabe for your next event or learn more about him, please visit gabehoward.com. Please Share the Show with EVERYONE You Know! Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Mostly Horror, Steve and Sean sit down with author Jess Hagemann; the brilliantly twisted mind behind Mother Eating and Headcheese. Jess joins the boys for a wild, spoiler free conversation about transgressive fiction, cult psychology, why Marie Antoinette's legacy is more complex than you've heard, and how the grotesque can be used to explore power, femininity, and body autonomy in bold new ways. It's funny, it's weird, it's thoughtful, and Jess is an absolute blast to talk to. Before the interview, the guys dive into the latest horror news, and after, they close things out with this week's Mostly Horror Recs. If you're into unflinching horror that uses fiction to explore bigger truths and discovering the next author your group chat will obsess over, this episode's for you sooo... COME HANG OUT!!! Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram & Threads: @mostlyhorrorpodTikTok & Twitter/X: @mostlyhorrorSteve: @stevenisaverage (all socials)Sean: @hypocrite.ink (IG/TikTok), @hypocriteink (Twitter/X)Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform to help us reach more horror fans like you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nancy Salzman, former president and co-founder of Executive Success Programs (ESP), returns for the second part of her first-ever post-prison interview. After co-founding ESP with Keith Raniere in 1998, the company grew into the larger umbrella organization NXIVM—originally promoted as an elite personal development and leadership training community. In this second part of her conversation with Kate, Nancy speaks openly about the unraveling of NXIVM, the legal fallout that followed, and the personal reckoning she faced as she prepared to plead guilty. She discusses the complex blend of loyalty, denial, and awakening that preceded her arrest; her experience inside federal prison; and the emotional and psychological work required to confront her own responsibility. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textWhatever you do, don't put your recently deceased cult leader in a bathtub in Florida for a week to see if he'll make good on his promise to come back to life. Is it occult? Sure. Is it a cult? Sure? Do they run a convenience store and a trailer park? Yes. Absolutely yes. P.S.: the former cult compound is now a state park and historic site. We can't make this stuff up folks, come to the Side Show of Stories! Support the show

In this episode, Dan explores the psychological mechanisms behind modern cults, particularly focusing on the phenomenon of woke culture. He outlines the characteristics of cults, the recruitment strategies they employ, and the psychological profiles of individuals who are most vulnerable to such movements. He also discusses the traits that help individuals resist cult-like influences, emphasizing the importance of community, identity, and resilience.Get a Copy of "Humility of Heart" by Fr. Cajetan Here!⁠Messy Family Couples Getaway-Travel with Mike and Alicia Hernon to Austria or Bahamas! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Start Healing Your Marriage and Family⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Save 15% at TAN books use code HEARTSRENEWED15 at checkout click here to shop and save !⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TOP FREE RESOURCESWANT A BETTER SEX LIFE? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the Intimacy Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WANT PEACE AT HOME? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transform Your Family Culture here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Dan's Marriage Ebook-6 Maxims of a Remarkable Marriage Ebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WHAT WORKS IN MARRIAGE Webinar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this before you call a divorce attorney⁠⁠⁠

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Nancy Salzman, former president of Executive Success Programs (ESP)—a company offering personal and professional development programs designed to help people discover, develop, and utilize more of their untapped potential—joins Kate for the first of a two-part conversation. In 1998, she and Keith Raniere co-founded ESP, which Raniere later expanded into the broader umbrella organization NXIVM. He presented NXIVM as an elite self-improvement and leadership training company, but it ultimately became a vehicle for manipulation, coercive control, and the secretive subgroup DOS that led to his federal conviction. Nancy was sentenced in 2021 to 42 months in federal prison for racketeering-related charges connected to her role in the organization. In this first part, she discusses how she met Raniere, the creation and rapid growth of ESP, and what was really happening behind the scenes as the organization evolved. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the podcast where we don't review movies—we aggressively scream about them like gremlins who found a mall PA system. This week we're spiritually summoning the ghosts of the Evil Dead series and go absolutely feral over two of the most chaotic low-budget masterpieces that were clearly made after someone said, “hey what if we did this but like with ZERO adult supervision?”

If you think you'd never be pulled into a cult, that belief itself is part of the danger. In this episode, we explore why the brain is far more influenceable—and more predictable—than most of us want to believe.We take a closer look at what happens when belonging, something we're biologically wired to seek, becomes a pathway into harm. Together, we examine how group dynamics, stress, and relationship patterns can quietly shift a person's behavior and sense of self. Laine brings research and real-world examples that show just how thin the line can be between healthy connection and unhealthy devotion.If you have any topic suggestions for future episodes, don't hesitate to reach out! Send us an email at info@brainblownpodcast.com.We'd love to hear from you.REFERENCESCults: A Natural Disaster—Looking at Cult Involvement Through a Trauma LensShelly RosenPedagogical, Neuropsychological and Social Conditions of Shaping the Identity of Cult Group FollowersMariusz Gajew

What happens when belonging is tied to your bank account? This piece shows how cult-like religious environments turn “sacrificial giving” into financial control, leaving money scripts like “If I don't give, I'll be rejected.” Through client stories—including retirees pressured to keep giving—it highlights how loss of community magnifies money fears. Reframing generosity beyond dollars helps protect well-being while honoring values. The takeaway: healing means separating faith from finances with compassion so choices come from true values, not obligation. #MoneyAndBelonging #FinancialBoundaries #MoneyScripts #FaithAndFinance #HealthyGenerosity #FinancialWellness #MoneyHealing #FinancialEmpowerment #MoneyFreedom #ValuesBasedGiving #MoneyMindset #FinancialTherapy #HealingWithMoney #MoneyControl #MoneyAndFaith A podcast that blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive our money decisions. Join Rick Kahler, CFP®, CFT™, as he blends practical financial wisdom with the emotional insights that shape our choices. Discover how financial therapy can help you make money decisions that truly align with your values..

Why are there often more women than men in cults, and is it harder for women to leave? What is reproductive coercion? How is it used in cults to control the freedoms and choices of women? Join the Cult Chat trio for this important conversation as they explore the unique vulnerabilities that women have in cults and how these vulnerabilities are often targeted and exploited. Trigger warning - discussion of suicide.Show notesPodcast - Cult Chat Episode 24 - Coercive Control - What is it? https://youtu.be/HO5TRYdZCX4?si=-X5pB7RIBx2ly6PJPodcast - Cult Chat Episode 25 - Coercive Control - Is it Legal? https://youtu.be/z93AopyG6Pk?si=OHvQLFzEnyYkhwLoWebsite - Cult-Informed Professional Network -  www.cipnetwork.orgPodcast - Cult Chat Episode 77 - Life for Women in 2x2s with Veronica & Lindsay (P2) https://youtu.be/ZRwOSFL_VKo?si=lVFcaOGCyjUQUuvJJournal article - The health impacts of women's low control in their living environment: A theory-based systematic review of observational studies in societies with profound gender discrimination - Pennington et al Health Place Journal 2018 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29482064/Thesis - Understanding Reproductive Coercion in Cults and Destructive Group Settings by Ashlen Weltz https://library.internationalculticstudies.org/24nbuck/~~PdfSource/0Article - As Belgium Races to Save U.S.A.I.D. Contraception, Some Supplies Are Reported Ruined - New York Times - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/12/world/europe/belgium-usaid-contraception.htmlWebsite - Briell Decker - FLDS survivor and wife of Warren Jeffs - https://www.brielldecker.com/about-1

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The history of the criminal enterprise that was Keith Raniere & Nancy Salzman's cult NXIVM is currently being re-written by its devotees. Most recently, the CBC released a podcast where Allison Mack's minimizes the cult's crimes and her part in coercing and abusing women. Roberta Glass was there in the courtroom for all the pre-trial hearings, much of Keith Raniere's trials as well as the plea and sentencing hearings. In this episode she reviews the crimes that sent Raniere and his co-conspirators to prison.Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by a Patron today! https://patireon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a chanel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams here: https://youtube.com/@robertaglass/joinThank you Patrons!Beth, Shelley Safford, Carol Mumumeci, Therese Tunks, JC, Lizzy D, Elizabeth Drake, Texas Mimi, Barb, Deborah Shults, Debra Ratliff, Stephanie Lamberson, Maryellen Sudol, Mona, Karen Pacini, Jen Buell, Marie Horton, ER, Rosie Grace, B. Rabbit, Sally Merrick, Amanda D, Mary B, Mrs Jones, Amy Gill, Eileen, Wesley Loves Octoberfest, Erin (Kitties1993), Anna Quint, Cici Guteriez, Sandra Loves GatsbyHannna, Christy, Jen Buell, Elle Solari, Carol Cardella, Jennifer Harmon, DoxieMama65, Carol Holderman, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Johnny Jay, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Victoria Devenish, Jeri Falk, Kimberly Lovelace, Penni Miller, Jil, Janet Gardner, Jayne Wallace (JaynesWhirled), Pat Brooks, Jennifer Klearman, Judy Brown, Linda Lazzaro, Suzanne Kniffin, Susan Hicks, Jeff Meadors, D Samlam, Pat Brooks, Cythnia, Bonnie Schoeneman-Dilley, Diane Larsen, Mary, Kimberly Philipson, Cat Stewart, Cindy Pochesci, Kevin Crecy, Renee Chavez, Melba Pourteau, Julie K Thomas, Mia Wallace, Stark Stuff, Kayce Taylor, Alice, Dean, GiGi5, Jennifer Crum, Dana Natale, Bewildered Beauty, Pepper, Joan Chakonas, Blythe, Pat Dell, Lorraine Reid, T.B., Melissa, Victoria Gray Bross, Toni Woodland, Danbrit, Kenny Haines and Toni Natalie.

In this episode of Killers, Cults & Queens, Nikki and Cheryl interview Stephen Volk, creator of the groundbreaking horror special Ghostwatch. Together they unpack how the show became one of the most influential and controversial moments in British television history.Stephen discusses the evolution of Ghostwatch, how a female-led production shaped its unique tone, and why so many viewers believed the broadcast was real. The conversation also covers the enduring legacy of the show, the shift in media culture with the rise of social media and fake news, and how personal paranormal experiences influence our understanding of the supernatural.We also chat about Stephen's wider career — including his work on Afterlife — and his upcoming book The Confirmed Bachelors.A must-listen for fans of horror TV, paranormal investigations, ghost stories, and behind-the-scenes storytelling.

In this week's Power Lounge, host Amy Vaughan welcomes Dr. Mara Einstein, an internationally recognized authority on deceptive marketing and author of Hoodwinked: How Marketers Use the Same Tactics as Cults. A former TV and advertising executive turned academic and media ethicist, Dr. Einstein pulls back the curtain on the dark psychology behind consumer manipulation. Together, she and Amy dive into the question: When does persuasion cross the line into indoctrination? Listeners are invited to examine the uncomfortable parallels between cult behavior and brand loyalty—and to confront just how easily marketing can tap into our fears, anxieties, and identities.Drawing from her research and insights featured in the Emmy-winning Netflix documentary Buy Now: The Shopping Conspiracy, Dr. Einstein explains how modern marketing operates within what she calls the “anxiety economy.” From endless doom-scrolling to influencer-driven consumerism, she reveals how technology and advertising combine to keep us hooked, anxious, and buying. The conversation unpacks the continuum between brand fandom and fanaticism, using examples from Apple to Weight Watchers to show how manipulation thrives when emotional needs meet persuasive design.But this isn't a hopeless picture—Dr. Einstein also offers guidance for marketers and consumers alike. She challenges professionals to embrace ethics without sacrificing creativity and encourages all of us to become more conscious of how we engage with brands. By replacing reflexive scrolling with mindful consumption and by choosing community over cultish loyalty, listeners can reclaim agency in an economy built on influence. This episode is a must-hear for anyone who wants to understand—and resist—the subtle ways marketing shapes our thoughts, habits, and values.Chapters:00:00 – Intro & Welcome00:50 – Meet Dr. Mara Einstein02:10 – Why Talk About Cults and Marketing?03:30 – How the Book “Hoodwinked” Began05:10 – The Cult–Marketing Continuum06:45 – From Attention Economy to Anxiety Economy08:50 – How Anxiety Fuels Overconsumption10:25 – “Buy Now” and Viewer Reactions12:30 – Black Friday and the “Economic Blackout”14:10 – Conscious Consumption in a Digital World16:00 – The Line Between Persuasion and Manipulation17:30 – The Genius and Ethics of Duolingo's Campaigns18:45 – When Brand Community Becomes Brand Cult20:15 – Weight Watchers: A Case Study in Cult Tactics27:00 – The Role of Social Media in Modern Tribalism31:30 – Identity and the Brands We Choose37:00 – Ethical Marketing and Real Community41:10 – The Danger of Making It Hard to Leave44:30 – How AI and Bots Change the Deception Game50:00 – Building Awareness and Resilience53:00 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Dr. EinsteinQuotes:“We don't live in an attention economy — we live in an anxiety economy. The entire system is built to keep us just uncomfortable enough that buying something feels like relief.” - Mara Einstein“It's funny — we call it doom scrolling, and yet we treat it like self-care. The truth is, it's winding us up, not calming us down.” - Amy VaughanKey Takeaways:Anxiety, not attention, drives modern marketing.Persuasion turns toxic when it exploits fear.Brand loyalty can slide into cult behavior.Algorithms feed anxiety for engagement.We shop to soothe stress, not need.Ethical marketing connects, not controls.AI blurs truth and manipulation.Brands now shape personal identity.Awareness breaks the consumer cycle.Conscious choices beat compulsive clicks.Connect with Dr. MaSupport the show

Liz from True Crimes Podcast joins Roberta in exposing episode 3 of the CBC podcast aiming on rehabilitating Allison Mack's image. Episode three largely diminishes the punishments Allison's slaves had to endure under her hands in the DOS (Dominate Over Submissive) group of the NXIVM cult.Subscribe to True Crimes Podcast here- https://youtube.com/@truecrimespodcasts?si=e_IkyL2yXDC8ypKcGet access to exclusive content & support the podcast by a Patron today! https://patireon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a chanel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams here: https://youtube.com/@robertaglass/joinThank you Patrons!Beth, Shelley Safford, Carol Mumumeci, Therese Tunks, JC, Lizzy D, Elizabeth Drake, Texas Mimi, Barb, Deborah Shults, Debra Ratliff, Stephanie Lamberson, Maryellen Sudol, Mona, Karen Pacini, Jen Buell, Marie Horton, ER, Rosie Grace, B. Rabbit, Sally Merrick, Amanda D, Mary B, Mrs Jones, Amy Gill, Eileen, Wesley Loves Octoberfest, Erin (Kitties1993), Anna Quint, Cici Guteriez, Sandra Loves GatsbyHannna, Christy, Jen Buell, Elle Solari, Carol Cardella, Jennifer Harmon, DoxieMama65, Carol Holderman, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Johnny Jay, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Victoria Devenish, Jeri Falk, Kimberly Lovelace, Penni Miller, Jil, Janet Gardner, Jayne Wallace (JaynesWhirled), Pat Brooks, Jennifer Klearman, Judy Brown, Linda Lazzaro, Suzanne Kniffin, Susan Hicks, Jeff Meadors, D Samlam, Pat Brooks, Cythnia, Bonnie Schoeneman-Dilley, Diane Larsen, Mary, Kimberly Philipson, Cat Stewart, Cindy Pochesci, Kevin Crecy, Renee Chavez, Melba Pourteau, Julie K Thomas, Mia Wallace, Stark Stuff, Kayce Taylor, Alice, Dean, GiGi5, Jennifer Crum, Dana Natale, Bewildered Beauty, Pepper, Joan Chakonas, Blythe, Pat Dell, Lorraine Reid, T.B., Melissa, Victoria Gray Bross, Toni Woodland, Danbrit, Kenny Haines and Toni Natalie.

One of the many great things about "No Kings" is the variety of messaging we saw. Which means a variety of thoughts. For the progress side of America this is both good and bad because messaging can be scattered. As historically, there will always be the "free Tibet" Berkeley hippies there with those fighting for civil rights, affordable healthcare, and upholding the constitution. For the regress side of America, they're messaging is often more homogenized because there is less variety of thought. This unfortunately means its messaging can be parroted and echoed quicker. When we look at the phenomenon of theocratic fascist cults, whether they arise in the deserts of the ancient world or the digital jungles of the modern mind—we are observing the triumph of ideology over experience. These people, who we've said it before and we'll never stop saying it, in their latest incarnation, are in a fascist MAGA cult, nested in a regressive red cult, nested in a faux Abrahamic supremacist religious cult. So these thrice cult fervent disciples speak in unison because the narrow structure they inhabit demands it. Language, that great frontier of the individual spirit, within these tight canyons is commandeered, reduced, and weaponized into a tool of control. The spontaneous bloom of personal insight is replaced by the same dozen tired selfish asshole tropes, "You Marxist", "You Communist", "We're a Republic, not a democracy", "You wanna raise my taxes", etc... SNORE!!!These insight sub-episodes are mirrored on our primary YouTube channel which can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@NilesHeckman/videos

This video is titled "Cults and Witchcraft with Melissa Fortner" from the channel Conversations with Strangers. It is a two-hour interview discussing Melissa Fortner's journey from being a licensed therapist and academic to joining a witchcraft cult, leaving it, and becoming an entrepreneur.Here is a summary of the key discussion points from the interview:

What do we talk about when talk about empathy & remorse in regards to Mack's role as DOS master and recruiter in NXIVM? How is remorse expressed in Allison Mack's new podcast about her time in and life after Keith Raniere's destructive cult? Where's Mack's empathy for those that she victimized? What does the podcast tell us about Mack's view of her role in NXIVM. What does the future hold for Mack?Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a channnel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams here: https://youtube.com/@robertaglass/joinThank you Patrons!Beth, Shelley Safford, Carol Mumumeci, Therese Tunks, JC, Lizzy D, Elizabeth Drake, Texas Mimi, Barb, Deborah Shults, Debra Ratliff, Stephanie Lamberson, Maryellen Sudol, Mona, Karen Pacini, Jen Buell, Marie Horton, ER, Rosie Grace, B. Rabbit, Sally Merrick, Amanda D, Mary B, Mrs Jones, Amy Gill, Eileen, Wesley Loves Octoberfest, Erin (Kitties1993), Anna Quint, Cici Guteriez, Sandra Loves GatsbyHannna, Christy, Jen Buell, Elle Solari, Carol Cardella, Jennifer Harmon, DoxieMama65, Carol Holderman, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Johnny Jay, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Victoria Devenish, Jeri Falk, Kimberly Lovelace, Penni Miller, Jil, Janet Gardner, Jayne Wallace (JaynesWhirled), Pat Brooks, Jennifer Klearman, Judy Brown, Linda Lazzaro, Suzanne Kniffin, Susan Hicks, Jeff Meadors, D Samlam, Pat Brooks, Cythnia, Bonnie Schoeneman-Dilley, Diane Larsen, Mary, Kimberly Philipson, Cat Stewart, Cindy Pochesci, Kevin Crecy, Renee Chavez, Melba Pourteau, Julie K Thomas, Mia Wallace, Stark Stuff, Kayce Taylor, Alice, Dean, GiGi5, Jennifer Crum, Dana Natale, Bewildered Beauty, Pepper, Joan Chakonas, Blythe, Pat Dell, Lorraine Reid, T.B., Melissa, Victoria Gray Bross, Toni Woodland, Danbrit, Kenny Haines and Toni Natalie.

It's time to talk about Cults, what they are, how they have always been part of the Warhammer World, and how to write them. This is a Purity Seal Episode, so strap in as the Under the Hive of Madness crew takes a bit of a dive into the weird world of Cult activity! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khorney Jokes!“I heard you can fly after the 5th meeting...” Email the show! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠UndertheHiveofMadness@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join us today on Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Under the Hive of Madness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find our cast through ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkTree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Underthehiveofmadness.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Book a doctor instantly for free today: go to https://www.zocdoc.com/redthread Get a free Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2: go to https://www.drinkag1.com/redthread 15% off Soul Syrup: go to https://www.soulsyrup.com.au and use code REDTHREAD Get a 7 day free trial to ad free, early access to Red Thread: https://www.official.men Check out Jordan's latest video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZBQe4RLdZ8 Welcome to The Red Thread, a podcast series where two friends (Jordan and Jackson) investigate the peculiar space just beyond reality. Cryptids, Conspiracies, Cults and more are on the investigation board and nothing is off limits. What will they discover? There's only one way to find out... --- Check out FriendlyJordies: https://www.youtube.com/@friendlyjordies Check out Jordan Shanks: https://www.youtube.com/@jordanshanksselfhelp Check out Jordan on tour in Australia:https://www.friendlyjordies.com/ Support the show, leave a rating and remember to subscribe: Listen on Audio ➡️ https://linktr.ee/redthreadshow Listen to other Our Other Shows ➡️ https://linktr.ee/theofficialnetwork Support us on Patreon ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/theofficialpodcast This is Episode #89, where we discuss the conspiracy theories surrounding MH17. Originally recorded 11/11/25. Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uP__qtcCJMk-Dguk9Mz6X6EPBBSk54FUy_MweRporKs/edit?usp=sharing Hosts: Jackson - https://www.twitter.com/zealotonpc Jordan - https://www.twitter.com/friendlyjordies Writer/Producer: Jackson Clarke Music/Editing by: https://linktr.ee/zayaLT Thumbnail: https://bento.me/elvan Designer: http://www.jr-design-co.com/ Produced under The Official Podcast Network Contact (business only): theofficialpodcastyt@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Allison Mack rewrites her part in Keith Raniere's #NXIVM cult in the new CBC podcast “Alison After NXIVM”. The podcast significantly changes the timeline of events in order to present Allison Mack as a earnest victim of the cult looking to do good, who broke ties with the cult after Raniere's conviction and who has suffered unwarranted damage to her reputation. I covered the NXIVM case from the courtroom - covering all the pre-trial hearings, many of the plea hearings and all of the sentencing hearings as well as much of Raniere's trial. Here's what the podcast misrepresents in order to promote Mack's new narrative.Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereport Throw a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a channnel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams here: https://youtube.com/@robertaglass/joinThank you Patrons!Beth, Shelley Safford, Carol Mumumeci, Therese Tunks, JC, Lizzy D, Elizabeth Drake, Texas Mimi, Barb, Deborah Shults, Debra Ratliff, Stephanie Lamberson, Maryellen Sudol, Mona, Karen Pacini, Jen Buell, Marie Horton, ER, Rosie Grace, B. Rabbit, Sally Merrick, Amanda D, Mary B, Mrs Jones, Amy Gill, Eileen, Wesley Loves Octoberfest, Erin (Kitties1993), Anna Quint, Cici Guteriez, Sandra Loves GatsbyHannna, Christy, Jen Buell, Elle Solari, Carol Cardella, Jennifer Harmon, DoxieMama65, Carol Holderman, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Johnny Jay, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Victoria Devenish, Jeri Falk, Kimberly Lovelace, Penni Miller, Jil, Janet Gardner, Jayne Wallace (JaynesWhirled), Pat Brooks, Jennifer Klearman, Judy Brown, Linda Lazzaro, Suzanne Kniffin, Susan Hicks, Jeff Meadors, D Samlam, Pat Brooks, Cythnia, Bonnie Schoeneman-Dilley, Diane Larsen, Mary, Kimberly Philipson, Cat Stewart, Cindy Pochesci, Kevin Crecy, Renee Chavez, Melba Pourteau, Julie K Thomas, Mia Wallace, Stark Stuff, Kayce Taylor, Alice, Dean, GiGi5, Jennifer Crum, Dana Natale, Bewildered Beauty, Pepper, Joan Chakonas, Blythe, Pat Dell, Lorraine Reid, T.B., Melissa, Victoria Gray Bross, Toni Woodland, Danbrit, Kenny Haines and Toni Natalie.

From Jonestown to Heaven's Gate, to the Octopus Murders and the Waco Siege, the world is full of deception, manipulation, and destruction. Listen to Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes every Wednesday as we explore the real people at the center of the world's most shocking secrets and nefarious organizations. Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes is a Crime House original powered by PAVE Studios. Follow the show now so you don't miss a single story. Listen Now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conspiracy-theories-cults-crimes/id1828469754 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring of 1842 was a world-shaping event, the introduction of the endowment ceremony by Joseph Smith to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We've talked about it and a few of the more recent changes to the endowment a few times, but this is the overview. What it was when it was introduced, how it changed under Brigham Young, and many of the changes that have happened since his death, all under one (long) segment. Then we talk about Heretic, a movie about two missionaries in a cat-and-mouse game with a well-educated anti-Mormon playing by his own rules. Then we wrap with happy news from ABC and Jimmy Kimmel responding to the government shutdown and SNAP running dry.   Show Notes:  https://addfaith.org/blog/faith/belief/keystonelds/top-10-abandoned-temple-practices-in-latter-day-saint-history/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVTljWWlzYnQ3cVF2bk1mcHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4ldMRGSktTbiKihaWAr75MQpqYcXLwOH1L_n2_hMARqtaV3AFEhm_CQGyvAQ_aem_A-UXdJKWRl0r9HF-XTHanQ https://mormonr.org/qnas/8yXbNf/changes_to_the_temple_endowment?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21298130384&gbraid=0AAAAApfYZiGCSKCnJskKXVHwOtYoi8FLG&gclid=Cj0KCQiAq7HIBhDoARIsAOATDxAt2apFmzOJxyHKemm-PaDlf5wAy2Yd4mkrE7X-agfFTR0s7wmxAJoaAstJEALw_wcB#footnote-20 https://archive.org/details/historysaints00benngoog/page/n287/mode/2up https://bhroberts.org/records/qmx2mh-44hPsk/william_clayton_describes_the_nauvoo_endowment http://www.ldsendowment.org/timeline.html http://www.ldsendowment.org/emeline.html https://archive.org/details/dialoguebetweena00vand/page/12/mode/2up?q=vengeance http://www.ldsendowment.org/1879.html http://www.ldsendowment.org/1931.html http://www.ldsendowment.org/lecture.html https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/paper-summary/times-and-seasons-1-june-1842/8 https://scholarlypublishingcollective.org/uip/dial/article/20/4/33/236178/The-Development-of-the-Mormon-Temple-Endowment https://www.dialoguejournal.com/wp-content/uploads/sbi/articles/Dialogue_V34N0102_87.pdf https://rsc.byu.edu/sites/default/files/pub_content/pdf/Freemasonry_and_the_Latter-day_Saint_Temple_Endowment_Ceremony.pdf http://www.ldsendowment.org/masonry.html https://mormonr.org/qnas/8yXbNf/changes_to_the_temple_endowment/research https://mrm.org/masonry-and-the-mormon-temple-endowment-ceremony https://cesletter.org/debunking-fairmormon/temples-and-freemasonry.html https://www.jstor.org/stable/44368772 https://tokensandsigns.org/2023-temple-changes/ https://bhroberts.org/records/yXnsPd-ZcTVNd/heber_c_kimball_records_in_his_journal_new_arrangements_for_the_endowment_ceremony_such_as_elohim_peter_james_and_john_conducting_adam_and_eve_through_the_telestial_and_terrestrial_kingdoms https://mormonr.org/qnas/8yXbNf/changes_to_the_temple_endowment https://scifi.stackexchange.com/questions/25154/what-is-the-origin-of-a-phylactery-as-a-soul-jar https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koshchei#cite_ref-FOOTNOTEKazakhTV20182._Entertaining_etymology._5:10-_1-0 https://bhroberts.org/records/qqPgcb-CrpCyb/in_an_epistle_to_the_relief_society_joseph_smith_cites_masonry_as_an_organization_whose_members_know_how_to_keep_secrets https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/paper-summary/council-of-fifty-minutes-march-1844-january-1846-volume-1-10-march-1844-1-march-1845/389#full-transcript https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/history/topics/temple-endowment?lang=eng https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endowment_House https://books.google.com/books/about/Temple_Mormonism.html?id=r3TKtgAACAAJ   MOGP: Heretic: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt28015403/   Happy News:  https://www.thewrap.com/jimmy-kimmel-live-food-bank-donation-center-government-shutdown/ Other appearances: Chris Shelton interviewed us in the beginning of a series on Mormonism on his Speaking of Cults series. Our most recent discussion was on the Mountain Meadows Massacre: https://youtu.be/iJWirjCyWdk  He has had MANY different fascinating people on so go take a look!  Here is the whole playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpGuS7GcsgA&list=PLGrPM1Pg2h72ADIuv8eYmzrJ-ppLOlw_g   Email: glassboxpodcast@gmail.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GlassBoxPod  Patreon page for documentary: https://www.patreon.com/SeerStonedProductions BlueSky: @glassboxpodcast.bsky.social  Other BlueSky: @bryceblankenagel.bsky.social and @shannongrover.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassboxpodcast/  Merch store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/exmoapparel/shop Or find the merch store by clicking on "Store" here: https://glassboxpodcast.com/index.html One time Paypal donation: bryceblankenagel@gmail.com  Venmo: @Shannon-Grover-10  

Why do smart people join dangerous cults, follow bad leaders, or stay silent when they know something's wrong? In this episode, Michael Shermer talks with organizational psychologist Colin Fisher about the science of group dynamics and conformity. From jazz bands to political mobs, Fisher explains how our evolutionary need to belong both unites and blinds us. He discusses the psychology of revenge, polarization, social media extremism, and why our brains are wired to dehumanize "the other." What makes a group innovative instead of dogmatic? And how close are we—really—to turning everyday politics into a cult? Colin M. Fisher is an Associate Professor of Organizations and Innovation at University College London's School of Management. His research focuses on helping groups and teams in situations requiring creativity, improvisation, and complex decision-making. He has written about group dynamics for both popular science and management audiences, and his work has been profiled in prominent media outlets such as BBC, Forbes, NPR, and The Times. His new book is The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups.

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Even the smallest actions can change the course of someone's life and, in turn, strengthen the broader community around them. Preventing a suicide or encouraging a person to hold on for just one more day can be influential acts when we know how to approach the subject. As a child psychiatrist, Dr. Diane Kaufman has dedicated her career to this very work. Diane described herself as a “poet, artist, internationally award-winning lyricist, humanism-in-medicine awardee, and retired child psychiatrist.” She also noted herself as “a suicide attempt and loss survivor with Bipolar II Disorder.” She is the founder and director of the Hold On Campaign for Suicide Prevention. This nonprofit uses the power of art to “educate, connect, express, and heal”, as can be read about on their website. Diane is a certified Expressive Arts Educational Facilitator.Diane recommended calling or texting 988 in a crisis to get assistance with difficult conversations where suicidal ideation with or without a plan is occurring. The service is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In this episode of Cults, Culture, & Coercion, I sat down with her to discuss suicide prevention and how to lead a fulfilling life amid today's many challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Killers, Cults & Queens, Cheryl and Nikki revisit one of the BBC's most infamous moments — Ghostwatch. Broadcast on Halloween night in 1992, the show appeared to be a live investigation into a haunted house… but what viewers didn't know was that it was entirely scripted. The result? Panic, confusion, and a scandal that would see the show banned for over a decade.Join us as we unpick how Ghostwatch blurred the lines between fact and fiction, why it terrified an entire nation, and how it paved the way for the modern horror genre. From Michael Parkinson's chilling final moments to the real-life consequences for viewers, this is the story of the hoax that went too far.Expect spooky nostalgia as we explore the show that made Britain believe in the supernatural — if only for one terrifying night.

Summary Season 4 launches with a field guide to American cults: where they came from, how they function, and what sets them apart from orthodox Christianity. We lay out our two-episode rhythm for each movement (history + doctrine) and explain why this isn't just academic—these are the folks knocking on your door and sitting in your break room. Highlights Walter Martin's working definition of a cult The 1830–1890 surge in the Northeast and the “Burned-Over District” First vs. Second Great Awakening—and how Finney's “new measures” influenced later errors Doctrinal markers: denial of the Trinity, diminished view of Christ, extra-biblical revelation Sociological markers: authoritarian leadership, information control, us-vs-them identity, behavioral rules, shunning, apocalyptic urgency Works/loyalty systems vs. the gospel of grace The real cost of leaving—and how Christians can care well Connect Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chorusinthec... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chorus_in_the_chaos/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chorusnthechaos Intro/Outro Music (by our good friend Nick Illes): https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tnsQ... Email: chorusinthechaos@email.com Generations Be sure to visit our friends at Generations.org! They've built an incredible library of Christ-centered homeschool curriculum, books, and podcasts — all designed to help your family apply the Bible to every area of life. History, science, worldview, you name it — it all points back to Christ. Use the code CHORUS at checkout for 15% off your order.

These people always insist MAGA is a cult.

The Human Equation with Joe Pangaro – In an age of endless information, people seek meaning in unlikely places. Cults, Sovereign Citizens, and conspiracy movements promise truth, belonging, and purpose. Each offers hidden knowledge and a sense of control in a chaotic world. Exploring their allure reveals a shared human desire—to matter, to belong, and to find significance amid uncertainty...

Oregon has a reputation in popular culture for its long and weird history with cults. Whether it was for the cheap abundant land, mystic moody vibes, or just the lack of competition from organized religion, many groups have come to our state and set up new eyebrow-raising belief systems. Today, we're revisiting a conversation with Kick Ass Oregon History podcast host Doug Kenck-Crispin about the impact of a few of our state's most notorious cults  — and even one group that exists today.      This episode first aired on Nov. 11, 2024 Mentioned in today's episode: Eden Within Eden: Oregon's Utopian Heritage by James J. Kopp Wild Wild Country The TwinRay Mystery: A Spiritual Group in Ashland Raises Eyebrows and Worries [OPB] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: Portland PGE Portland Art Museum Allport PBOT DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% off

In this episode of Cultish, we explore why Korea has become a center for a new wave of cult movements—and why the global church should pay attention. If Dr. Walter Martin were alive today, he'd likely be addressing the rise of groups like Shincheonji, the World Mission Society Church of God, Jesus Morning Star, and many others now infiltrating churches throughout the Western world.We're joined by Pastor Yang, who serves as an Adjunct Professor of New Testament at the Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary in Seoul. He holds a Doctor of Theology in New Testament and, from 2023 to 2024, served as a Visiting Scholar at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Illinois.Also joining us is Chris, a former member of Shincheonji and returning guest, sharing his firsthand experience and ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the growing influence of Korean cults around the world.Partner With Us & Be Part of the Mission to Change Lives: HERESHOP OUR MERCH: HEREPlease consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel: CultishTV.comCultish is a 100% crowdfunded ministry. -- Email Chris & Pastor Yang: biblev@daum.net Chris@examiningthecults.org Chris's Website: HEREChris's YouTube: HEREPastor Yang's YouTube: HERE

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Nathalie Robehmed, host of CBC's upcoming Uncovered series, Allison After NXIVM — premiering November 10. The series explores the extraordinary and unsettling journey of Allison Mack, the former Smallville actress who became a high-ranking member of NXIVM, the organization exposed as a dangerous cult, and later a convicted felon. For this new season, Nathalie gains exclusive access to Allison following her release from prison, tracing her path from television stardom to NXIVM's inner circle — and examining her attempts to rebuild her life in the aftermath. Through revealing conversations with those who knew Allison before, during, and after NXIVM, Nathalie dives deep into the gray zones of influence, accountability, and redemption. Kate and Nathalie discuss how this story reframes public perception of Allison Mack, what drew so many to NXIVM's promises of empowerment, and what Uncovered reveals about manipulation, forgiveness, and the complexities of starting over. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Content Warning: distressing themes, self-harm, rape, substance abuse, substance use disorder, child abuse, verbal abuse, mental abuse, physical abuse, institutional abuse, childhood sexual abuse, sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, death, and suicide. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips:  somethingwaswrong.com/resources    Snag your ticket for the live Home for the Holidays event here: https://events.humanitix.com/swwxtgi  Check out our brand new SWW Sticker Shop!: https://brokencyclemedia.com/sticker-shop  *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork:  The S24 cover art is by the Amazing Sara Stewart Follow Something Was Wrong: Website: somethingwaswrong.com  IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcast TikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast  Follow Tiffany Reese: Website: tiffanyreese.me  IG: instagram.com/lookieboo *Sources  Deseret News, and Amy Joi Bryson. “Teen Facility Targets Suicide Prevention.” Deseret News, Deseret News, 14 Jan. 2024, www.deseret.com/2004/7/30/19842793/teen-facility-targets-suicide-prevention Fuchs, David. “Utah Has Seen Abuse in ‘troubled Teen' Programs for Decades. Now, Momentum Slowly Builds for Change.” KUER, KUER, 24 Mar. 2021, www.kuer.org/health-science-environment/2020-12-17/utah-has-seen-abuse-in-troubled-teen-programs-for-decades-now-momentum-slowly-builds-for-change Institute of Medicine (US) Committee on Pathophysiology and Prevention of Adolescent and Adult Suicide; Goldsmith SK, Pellmar TC, Kleinman AM, et al., editors. Reducing Suicide: A National Imperative. Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 2002. 5, Childhood Trauma. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK220932/ Kubler, Katherine, creator and director. The Program: Cons, Cults and Kidnapping. Netflix, 2024 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31183637/  Lopez-Castroman, Jorge et al. “Early childhood sexual abuse increases suicidal intent.” World psychiatry : official journal of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA) vol. 12,2 (2013): 149-54. doi:10.1002/wps.20039 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3683267/ Myers et al v. Dr. Phil Organization et al, No. 1:2014CV00007 - Document 77 (D. Utah 2015) :: Justia, law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/utah/utdce/1:2014cv00007/91862/77/ Reavy, Pat. “Family Sues Dr. Phil, Utah Treatment Center.” Deseret News, Deseret News, 28 Dec. 2023, www.deseret.com/2014/1/29/20534024/family-sues-dr-phil-utah-treatment-center/