The Cult Vault

In this episode I talk with Kara - a former member of the Twin Flames Universe. Kara talks about how, during a moment of vulnerablity, she found a welcoming community who would become all encompassing, promising that with their help, Kara would find her one true soulmate - her Twin Flame. Vice article - Inside the Toxic World of 'Twin Flames' Spirituality (vice.com) Understanding Twin Flames | Ins...

In this episode I talk with Kara - a former member of the Twin Flames Universe. Kara talks about how, during a moment of vulnerablity, she found a welcoming community who would become all encompassing, promising that with their help, Kara would find her one true soulmate - her Twin Flame. Vice article - Inside the Toxic World of 'Twin Flames' Spirituality (vice.com) Understanding Twin Flames | Ins...

In this episode I talk with Kara - a former member of the Twin Flames Universe. Kara talks about how, during a moment of vulnerablity, she found a welcoming community who would become all encompassing, promising that with their help, Kara would find her one true soulmate - her Twin Flame. Vice article - Inside the Toxic World of 'Twin Flames' Spirituality (vice.com) Understanding Twin Flames | Ins...

In this miniseries, returning guest Esther Friedman talks to us about her recently self-published memoir "The Gentle Souls Revolution" detailing her time within the secret school of New York and Boston offered referred to as Odyssey Study Group. Esther has appeared on episodes 161 and 182, the second chat alongside fellow OSG survivor Spencer Schneider. Esther's memoir is currently being developed...

In this miniseries, returning guest Esther Friedman talks to us about her recently self-published memoir "The Gentle Souls Revolution" detailing her time within the secret school of New York and Boston offered referred to as Odyssey Study Group. Esther has appeared on episodes 161 and 182, the second chat alongside fellow OSG survivor Spencer Schneider. Esther's memoir is currently being developed...

In this miniseries, returning guest Esther Friedman talks to us about her recently self-published memoir "The Gentle Souls Revolution" detailing her time within the secret school of New York and Boston offered referred to as Odyssey Study Group. Esther has appeared on episodes 161 and 182, the second chat alongside fellow OSG survivor Spencer Schneider. Esther's memoir is currently being developed...

In this miniseries, I chat with author Peter Young about his recently published memoir Stop The Tall Man, Save The Tiger: A Memoir of Spiritual Abuse in a Small Religious Cult. Peter discusses the difficulty of navigating a family cult when marrying the love of his life and being introduced to the strange family friend known as Uncle Robert. Peter's journey includes one of maintaining faith and do...

In this miniseries, I chat with author Peter Young about his recently published memoir Stop The Tall Man, Save The Tiger: A Memoir of Spiritual Abuse in a Small Religious Cult. Peter discusses the difficulty of navigating a family cult when marrying the love of his life and being introduced to the strange family friend known as Uncle Robert. Peter's journey includes one of maintaining faith and do...

In this miniseries, I chat with author Peter Young about his recently published memoir Stop The Tall Man, Save The Tiger: A Memoir of Spiritual Abuse in a Small Religious Cult. Peter discusses the difficulty of navigating a family cult when marrying the love of his life and being introduced to the strange family friend known as Uncle Robert. Peter's journey includes one of maintaining faith and do...

For this miniseries, I sit down with Cheryl and Richard to discuss the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, formerly known as the Exclusive Brethren. Cheryl and Richard are survivors of the PBCC, who are advocating for other survivors, raising awareness of the historical abuses of the church, as well as crimes covered up by its leadership. Check out their podcast "Get a Life" today - https://youtub...

For this miniseries, I sit down with Cheryl and Richard to discuss the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, formerly known as the Exclusive Brethren. Cheryl and Richard are survivors of the PBCC, who are advocating for other survivors, raising awareness of the historical abuses of the church, as well as crimes covered up by its leadership. Check out their podcast "Get a Life" today - https://youtub...

For this miniseries, I sit down with Cheryl and Richard to discuss the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, formerly known as the Exclusive Brethren. Cheryl and Richard are survivors of the PBCC, who are advocating for other survivors, raising awareness of the historical abuses of the church, as well as crimes covered up by its leadership. Check out their podcast "Get a Life" today - https://youtub...

TRIGGER WARNING - SENSITIVE MATERIAL WITHIN THIS EPISODE REGARDING SEXUAL ABUSE. PLEASE LISTEN WITH DISCRETION. In this episode, I speak to the author of "The Serpent Rising - A Journey of Spiritual Seduction". Mary Garden penned this memoir in regards to her experiences within India and beyond, spending time with various groups and eventually setlling by the Himilayan jungle to give her life to a...

In this 2 part series, I am in conversation with Sean and Jules from the WetWired Podcast. We discuss all manner of cults and online extremism, touching on the Jordan Peterson Effect, figures like Andrew Tate and the online Incel Community. More from WetWired here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wetwired/id1593022493 Get in Touch or Support: Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Sh...

In this 2 part series, I am in conversation with Sean and Jules from the WetWired Podcast. We discuss all manner of cults and online extremism, touching on the Jordan Peterson Effect, figures like Andrew Tate and the online Incel Community. More from WetWired here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wetwired/id1593022493 Get in Touch or Support: Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Sh...

This week I am joined by author and veteran attorney Carol M. Merchasin as we discuss the potential for taking legal action against sexual abuse and/or harrassment in spiritual and faith-based groups. This conversation is so poignant and one I will hold close to me throughout my upcoming education. Check out Carol's work here - Carol Merchasin - McAllister Olivarius (mcolaw.com) Get in Touch or Su...

This week I am joined by author and veteran attorney Carol M. Merchasin as we discuss the potential for taking legal action against sexual abuse and/or harrassment in spiritual and faith-based groups. This conversation is so poignant and one I will hold close to me throughout my upcoming education. Check out Carol's work here - Carol Merchasin - McAllister Olivarius (mcolaw.com) Get in Touch or Su...

This week I am joined by author and veteran attorney Carol M. Merchasin as we discuss the potential for taking legal action against sexual abuse and/or harrassment in spiritual and faith-based groups. This conversation is so poignant and one I will hold close to me throughout my upcoming education. Check out Carol's work here - Carol Merchasin - McAllister Olivarius (mcolaw.com) Get in Touch or Su...

In this episode, Erika and Daniel offer an update on the status of KwaSizabantu and the ongoing CRL Rights Commission who have yet to publish their report on the abuses KSB have been accused of. Erika's book - Mission of Malice: My Exodus from KwaSizabantu (Audio Download): Erika Bornman, Danielle Scheepers, Penguin Random House South Africa: Amazon.co.uk: Audible Books & Originals Daniel's Es...

Ahead of this years annual International Cultic Studies Association, Dr John Hunter joins me to talk about his experiences with Large Group Awareness Trainings and how he went on to educate himself and learn about the history and fundamental teachings of LGAT's, how they are applied to other business models in the world and the links to mental health. John will be presenting at ICSA some of his co...

Ahead of this years annual International Cultic Studies Association, Dr John Hunter joins me to talk about his experiences with Large Group Awareness Trainings and how he went on to educate himself and learn about the history and fundamental teachings of LGAT's, how they are applied to other business models in the world and the links to mental health. John will be presenting at ICSA some of his co...

Ahead of this years annual International Cultic Studies Association, Dr John Hunter joins me to talk about his experiences with Large Group Awareness Trainings and how he went on to educate himself and learn about the history and fundamental teachings of LGAT's, how they are applied to other business models in the world and the links to mental health. John will be presenting at ICSA some of his co...

** CRIMECON.CO.UK - USE CODE CULT FOR 10% OFF TICKETS FOR GLASGOW IN SEPTEMBER AND LONDON IN 2024! AVAILABLE NOW** In this miniseries I chat with Gael about her experiences growing up in an off-shoot of the Assemblies of God, created by a close member of Gael's immediate family. Within this talk we discuss the ancestry of Gael's family, as well as how her Uncle was able to create a small but destr...

** CRIMECON.CO.UK - USE CODE CULT FOR 10% OFF TICKETS FOR GLASGOW IN SEPTEMBER AND LONDON IN 2024! AVAILABLE NOW** In this miniseries I chat with Gael about her experiences growing up in an off-shoot of the Assemblies of God, created by a close member of Gael's immediate family. Within this talk we discuss the ancestry of Gael's family, as well as how her Uncle was able to create a small but destr...

** CRIMECON.CO.UK - USE CODE CULT FOR 10% OFF TICKETS FOR GLASGOW IN SEPTEMBER AND LONDON IN 2024! AVAILABLE NOW** In this miniseries I chat with Gael about her experiences growing up in an off-shoot of the Assemblies of God, created by a close member of Gael's immediate family. Within this talk we discuss the ancestry of Gael's family, as well as how her Uncle was able to create a small but destr...