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#190 Interview with Author & Religious Trauma Advocate Rebekah Drumsta Aug 05, 2022

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In this episode I chat with writer, consultant, Religious Abuse Advocate & Life Coach Rebekah Drumsta about her experiences growing up in Bill Gothard's IBLP, coining the term Spiritual Identity Disruption, working alongside those recovering from Religious Abuse, writing her book "When Family Hurts" as well as her work with the Vashti Initiative. Follow these links to find out more about Rebekah and her work and reach out if you need help.https://rebekahdrumsta.com/https://vashtiinitiative.org/https://www.amazon.com/When-Family-Hurts-Finding-Healing/dp/1953300898Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In Touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#188 Worldwide Church of God Revisited Jul 29, 2022

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In this episode, I chat with Barbara about her experiences growing up in Herbert W Armstrong's Worldwide Church of God. We discuss the difficulties in committing to the church as well as supporting family outside of the movement. We discuss the topic of cult-hopping and the tragedy of spiritual, financial and physical abuse along with ex-communication and family alienation. The choices Barbara and her family had to make throughout her experiences were impossible.Worldwide: The Unchosen Church - https://open.spotify.com/show/7LFFa8kcohv21wdM8gW7paCult Vault YOUTUBE for 12 Hour Stream - https://www.youtube.com/c/CultVaultCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In Touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#187 Introducing My Sound Choices - A Conversation with Kristyn Decker & Jane Ridley Jul 22, 2022

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In this episode I chat with Kristyn - survivor of forced polygamy, author and founder of My Sound Choices. Joining us is director of My Sound Choices and International Human Rights Lawyer Jane Ridley. My Sound Choices are working with individuals who are escaping destructive religious practices.www.mysoundchoices.orgUpcoming:Cult Vault YOUTUBE for 12 Hour Stream - https://www.youtube.com/c/CultVaultCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In Touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#186 Interview with Cult Mediation Specialist Patrick Ryan Jul 15, 2022

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In this episode I sit down to talk with Cult Mediation Specialist Patrick Ryan - A survivor of Transcendental Meditation and Creator of Cult News 101. Pat talks us through his introduction to TM and how a situation with his family led to his initial work in mediation and cult recovery. Decades later, Pat still has significant impact on the cult education space. Pat's Website - http://cultmediation.com/about/Cult News 101 - https://www.cultnews101.com/Upcoming:Cult Vault YOUTUBE for 12 Hour Stream - https://www.youtube.com/c/CultVaultCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In Touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#185 BONUS EPISODE - Narcissism With Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Dr Sohom Das Jul 09, 2022

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I sat down with Dr Sohom Das from @A Psych For Sore Minds to discuss his career as a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist, the various types of Narcissism and how we might spot a Narcissist in the wild. We also discuss Narcissism in Cult Leaders and even the possibility of Psychopathy. Head over to Sohom's channel for concise and educational content!https://www.youtube.com/c/APsychForSoreMindsCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In TouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#184 OneTaste Continued Jul 08, 2022

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In this episode I speak with Katie about her experiences with OneTaste/Orgasmic Meditation. Throughout our conversation we speak about body positivity and coerced polyamory. Katie makes an excellent point at the end of our chat that we need to be having more difficult but open conversations about healthy sex and relationships.Promotions - The Commune - https://interactives.stuff.co.nz/2022/the-commune-podcast-centrepoint/CONning the CON - https://evergreenpodcasts.com/conning-the-conCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In TouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodTumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/cultvaultReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#183 BONUS EPISODE - Live Session With Elgen Strait at Crimecon UK 2022 Jul 04, 2022

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In this bonus episode I speak with Elgen Strait from the Falling Out Podcast live at Crimecon UK in London 2022. Elgen, his podcast and activism work have been a catalyst for others to leave the Unification Church, just as he did as a second generation member. You can find Elgen's work here - https://www.fallingoutpod.com/Promotions - The Commune - https://interactives.stuff.co.nz/2022/the-commune-podcast-centrepoint/CONning the CON - https://evergreenpodcasts.com/conning-the-conCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In TouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodTumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/cultvaultReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#182 Interview with Spencer Schneider & Esther Friedman - Odyssey Study Group Jul 01, 2022

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In this week's episode I speak with returning guests Spencer and Esther as we discuss and compare each individual experience within Sharon Gan's esoteric "school" the Odyssey Study Group. Spencer's memoir "Manhattan Cult Story" is available to pre-order today with an official release date of July 5th. You can find your copy here - https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/Manhattan-Cult-Story/Spencer-Schneider/9781950994557Promotions - The Commune - https://interactives.stuff.co.nz/2022/the-commune-podcast-centrepoint/Crimepedia - https://www.crimepediapodcast.com/our-storyCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In TouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodTumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/cultvaultReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#181 Christian Nationalism - Interview with Dr Clint Heacock Jun 24, 2022

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In this episode I chat with Dr Clint Heacock about his show The Mindshift Podcast, about Clint's life growing up in a non-denominational Christian environment and his journey into deconstruction and educating others. This conversation is particularly prevalent given the overturning of the RoeVSWade Ruling by the US Supreme Court today. Clint's Podcast - https://mindshiftpodcast.co.uk/Ciria's Show "Cults and Overcoming" - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq5yaIICSgQ-ADw86VHJ52QThe Frankie Files - https://anchor.fm/frankie-teaseCrimepedia - https://www.crimepediapodcast.com/our-storyCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Get In TouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodTumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/cultvaultReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

#180 BONUS EPISODE - Interview with Journalist Andrew Gold Jun 21, 2022

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In this episode I chat with @On the Edge with Andrew Gold about his life as a journalist. We talk UFO's, Cults, Exorcism's and other interesting subject matter that Andrew covers on his own podcast "On The Edge"Disclaimer - Specific conversations around Cults doesn't start until around the 1 hour mark as I was interesting in learning about Andrew as an individual before getting into the details of his "Exorcism" documentary."Exorcism" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l78hW8qVIWI&ab_channel=BBCThree"On the Edge" With Andrew Gold - https://www.youtube.com/c/AndrewGold1Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Ally Awards - https://www.cultvaultpodcast.com/about-3Get In TouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodTumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/cultvaultReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecultvaultSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cultvaultpodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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