I Was In A Cult

Jul 09 2023 64 ep. 53 mins 8
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A podcast where we discuss being a part of religious groups that performed cult practices, and how it affected us then and now.

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Episode 62 - "Shiny Happy People" E1 P2

Jul 09 2023 81 mins  
This two-part series focuses on Episode 1 of "Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets." Holli (Episodes 53-54), Katrina (Episodes 59-60), and I discuss the newly released documentary, how the IBLP heavily influences the actions of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, and how it affects their children. To hear Holli's story, click here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/

Episode 61 - "Shiny Happy People" E1 P1

Jul 03 2023 83 mins  
This two-part series focuses on Episode 1 of "Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets." Holli (Episodes 53-54), Katrina (Episodes 59-60), and I discuss the newly released documentary, how the IBLP heavily influences the actions of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, and how it affects their children. To hear Holli's story, click here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e

Episode 60 - "Katrina" (Part 2)

May 28 2023 63 mins  
Born into a super religious family, Katrina, the eldest of five children, endured many heartaches early on in her life, including physical, mental, and sexual abuse. In this 2-Part interview, Katrina shares how music turned her life around and served as the catalyst for leaving toxic church ministries, and how therapy is helping her process a lot of the pain she endured in her yout

Episode 59 - "Katrina" (Pt. 1)

May 22 2023 62 mins  
Born into a super religious family, Katrina, the eldest of five children, endured many heartaches early on in her life, including physical, mental, and sexual abuse. In this 2-Part interview, Katrina shares how music turned her life around and served as the catalyst for leaving toxic church ministries, and how therapy is helping her process a lot of the pain she endured in her yout

Episode 58 - "Derek - Your Favorite Heretics"

Apr 16 2023 56 mins  
In this episode, Derek, one half of Your Favorite Heretics, shares his experience. Your Favorite Heretics are advocates for people in need of finding healing in their deconstruction through curiosity, wherever it may lead.  To learn more about their work, follow them on social media. Facebook FB Discussion Group:  Instagram:  Twitter:  Derek's Twitter:&nbs

Episode 57 - "Chris Sligh"

Apr 09 2023 66 mins  
Chris Sligh has done a lot in his life. He has performed on American Idol. He has put out albums. He's also been a part of some toxic Christian environments, and in this episode, he shares his story. TW/CW: Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Murder & Suicide. If these topics trigger you, please skip this episode. This episode was brought to you by Harper Rose Sweet Shop. Order y

Episode 56 - "Chris & the Apocalyptic Doomsday Cult" (Part 2)

Apr 02 2023 50 mins  
In this 2-part interview, we hear from Chris, brother of Alison and brother-in-law of Jack (from the organization), and how he went from being born into an extreme religious cult to cult-ran college, and how he got out of it. This episode was brought to you by Harper Rose Sweet Shop. Order your treats today! Visit www.getsweeted.com for more details!

Episode 55 - "Chris & the Apocalyptic Doomsday Cult" (Part 1)

Mar 26 2023 58 mins  
In this 2-part interview, we hear from Chris, brother of Alison and brother-in-law of Jack (from the organization), and how he went from being born into an extreme religious cult to cult-ran college, and how he got out of it.  This episode was brought to you by Harper Rose Sweet Shop. Order your treats today! Visit www.getsweeted.com for more details!

Episode 54 - "Holli" (Part 2)

Mar 19 2023 60 mins  
In this episode, Holli shares her experience with two different Christian universities, a troubled marriage, and how she gained the strength to say, "enough is enough!" once and for all. TW/CW: This interview deals with Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Please skip this interview if it will do more harm than good. For those needing resources that deal with Domestic Violence and

Episode 53 - "Holli" (Part 1)

Mar 14 2023 62 mins  
In this episode, Holli shares her experience with two different Christian universities, a troubled marriage, and how she gained the strength to say, "enough is enough!" once and for all. TW/CW: This interview deals with Domestic Violence. Please skip this interview if it will do more harm than good.  For those needing resources that deal with Domestic Violence and Self-Harm,