Cultimatum: The Cult & Human Trafficking Podcast

Ep. #100 The Hidden Politics of the Moonies: Faith Yun Pulls Back the Curtain Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenses In this episode, Faith Yun, a former member of the Unification Church, shares her personal journey from being born into the cult to her eventual departure. She discusses the coercive recruitment of her pa...

Ep. #99 Human Trafficking Survivor Danni Tillman Breaks the Silence Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenses In this episode, we delve into the harrowing yet inspiring story of Danny Tillman, a human trafficking survivor. Danny shares her journey from being a victim to becoming a voice for others, highlighting the manipul...

Ep.#98 Ex-SDA Survivor: Will James on Doomsday Thinking & Deconstruction Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenses In this episode of the Cultimatum podcast, host Anonymous Andrew & co-host Melody engage with Will James, a former Seventh-day Adventist who shares his journey of growing up in the church, the impact o...

Ep.#97 Nikki G: The Woman Who Survived Five Cults—and Found Herself Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenses In this episode of the Culttmatum Podcast, host Anonymous Andrew and co-host Melody welcome Nikki G, a survivor of five different cults, including Honey Child Ministries and the International House of Prayer. Nikki...

Ep. #96 Matched, Married, Manipulated: The Dark Reality of the Moonies Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenses In this episode of Cultimatum, host Anonymous Andrew and co-host Melody interview Jonghee Celeste, a survivor of the Moonies cult. Jonghee shares her experiences growing up in the cult, the history and beliefs o...

Ep. #95 Divorcing Religion: What Happens When You Walk Away from Everything You Believed Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenses In this conversation, Janice Selbie shares her personal journey of grappling with faith, the expectations of living a biblical life, and the heartbreaking moment that led her to explore new spi...

Ep,#94 ORGSM: The Memoir OneTaste Doesn’t Want You to Read Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Ruwan Meepagala shares his personal journey as a former member of the One Taste cult, discussing the psychological impact of cult indoctrination, the nuances of the Netflix documentary about the group, and h...

Ep.#92 The Courage to Leave: The Briggs’ Story of Faith, Freedom, and Healing Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Shannon and John D. Briggs share their profound journey of leaving the Jehovah's Witnesses and the challenges they faced along the way. They discuss their personal struggles with addiction...

Ep. #92 Level 6 and the Breaking Point: Inside the Training in Power Cult Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode of Cultimatum , Sharon Stopforth recounts her experience in the Training in Power cult, detailing how she was recruited, drawn deeper through various training levels, and eventually recognized...

Ep.#91 The Hidden World of Sri Chinmoy: Celibacy, Celebrity, and Cult Control Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Harry Rob Brunner shares his profound journey as a former member of the Sri Chinmoy cult, detailing his experiences, the cult's teachings, and the impact of celebrity influence. He discuss...

Ep.#90 Polo The EX JW Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode of Cultimatum, host Anonymous Andrew and co-host Melody engage in a deep conversation with Polo, a former Jehovah's Witness who shares his journey from being born into the cult to his eventual departure. The discussion covers the tactics used by...

Ep. #89 Jennifer Redcay-Pushing Back The Darkness Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode of the Cultimatum podcast, Jennifer Redcay shares her harrowing journey of growing up in a Christian-based cult, detailing the emotional and physical abuse she endured. Jennifer discusses her early life, the manipulat...

Ep.#88 Nicole-Mafi-The Leader's Daughter (Part 2) Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Nicole Mafi shares her harrowing journey growing up in the Kingston clan, a polygamist cult led by her father. She discusses the strict control over education, the trauma she experienced, and the challenges of leavin...

Ep. #87 Nicole Mafi-The Leader's Daughter (part 1) Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Nicole Mafi shares her harrowing journey growing up in the Kingston clan, a polygamist cult led by her father. She discusses the strict control over education, the trauma she experienced, and the challenges of leavi...

Ep. #86 From Apostolic Preacher to Professional Fighter With Seth Pelfrey Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode of Cultimatum, Seth Pelfrey shares his harrowing journey from being a member of a high-control religious group to finding freedom and self-identity. He discusses the struggles of labeling his p...

Ep, #85 SInside The Rama Cult: Shifrah's Story Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Shifrah Morgan shares her harrowing experience growing up in the Rama cult, detailing the manipulation, gaslighting, and control tactics employed by its leader. She discusses her early life, the psychological and physic...

Ep. #84 Summer Speaks Out: Healing from the Jehovah’s Witnesses Cult Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this conversation, Summer shares her journey of healing and gratitude after leaving the Jehovah's Witnesses cult. She expresses appreciation for her supportive husband and the new community she has found, emphas...

Ep.#83 From Mormon Roots to Cult Recovery: Rob Tobler Speaks Out Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Rob Tobler shares his profound journey from being a fifth-generation member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to becoming a vocal critic of the church. He discusses the pivotal moments...

Ep#82 Segregation, Faith & Freedom: Inside the Worldwide Church of God Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode of the Cultimatum podcast, we interview Pamela Redd, a survivor of the Worldwide Church of God. Pamela shares her journey from being raised in a cult with rigid doctrines and authoritarian lea...

Ep, #81 The Contraption with Barton Allen Stewart Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode of Cultimatum, hosts Anonymous Andrew and Melody engage with cult researcher Barton Stewart, who shares his insights on cult dynamics, societal attitudes towards cults, and the psychological manipulation involved in c...

Ep. #80 Beyond the JW Walls: Healing After Abuse & Control Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Cat, a former Jehovah's Witness, shares her harrowing journey from questioning her faith to experiencing abuse within her marriage and the community. She discusses the struggles of leaving a toxic relati...

Ep. #79 Where Do I Belong? — with Sarah Carrington Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, we explore the powerful story of Sarah Carrington, a nurse and author who shares her journey of resilience after growing up in high-control religious communes in Canada. Sarah discusses her experiences of trauma, he...

#78 From Victim to Survivor: Ali's Story Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this powerful episode, Ali Allred shares her harrowing journey from being a victim of human trafficking, kidnapping, and domestic violence to becoming a survivor and advocate. She discusses the complexities of her experiences, including th...

Ep.#77 Escaping the JW's: Pearl's Journey Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expense In this episode, Perla shares her profound journey from being raised in the Jehovah's Witnesses to recognizing the cult-like nature of the organization. She discusses her experiences of deconstruction, the impact of cult dynamics on personal...

Ep. #76 Deconstructing Hasidic Judaism: Dave Lennon’s Story of Survival Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenses In this episode, hosts Melody and Andrew reflect on the emotional journey of their guest, David, who is navigating his deconstruction from an Orthodox community. They discuss the complexities of his experiences...