#CULT hashtag - Bluesky

3 hours ago

251. The Shepherding Movement Part II We are back with our part 2 of 3 episodes on The Shepherding Movement.

"The Shepherding Movement part II"
The Excommunication Station
1 Apr 2026 [1:50:03]
#Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/uYcb1CPJLUeZ6OO_ZoJcTw

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荒谷直人

@aratani8801.bsky.social

4 hours ago

The reason why privileged Korean residents in Japan are not punished for crimes is because this country is a British colony under divided rule.

rara.jp/aratani/page14

#SokaGakkai
#Brainwashing
#Cult
#Violence
#Noise
#News
#Special_Report
#Amagasaki
#Law

#Japan
#uk
#colony

#Photo
#evidence

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Ned Peyroux

@o0ned.bsky.social

4 hours ago

Sometimes I wonder if #Putin has the #Epstein files. We have some UK #dubious fellas who love to #exalt #Russia
—Pauliteiro

#vss365
#true #dystopian #war #crime #tales
#political #subterfuge
#religious #espionage
#death #cult #pharaoh #worship

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5 hours ago

Michelle Brannon Snitches On JMMI and KOGGC's David E. Taylor! Saves Herself From Prison Time! Welcome to Full Frontal Investigation, a bold and unapologetic non-Christian YouTube channel dedicated to exposing the dark underbelly of religious cults, corrupt churches, YouTube “prophets,” and the vast web of financial and criminal misconduct that hides behind the veil of faith in America. This channel was created out of a deep need for truth, accountability, and justice—especially in spaces that often operate beyond the reach of scrutiny. While religion should be a source of comfort, guidance, and community, it has also been exploited by con artists, narcissists, and criminal enterprises that use scripture as a smokescreen and manipulate faith for power and profit. Our mission is clear: Shine an unflinching light on religious corruption, financial exploitation, and the cults that prey on the vulnerable. 1. Religious Cults in America from secretive compounds to live-streamed sermons, we dissect the mechanics of control, manipulation, and abuse employed by modern-day cult leaders. Whether it’s a fringe sect in the desert or a mega-church with millions of followers, we explore how these organizations isolate followers, suppress dissent, and enforce obedience—sometimes with devastating consequences. 2. Financial Fraud and Criminal Activity: Behind many charismatic leaders lies a paper trail of deceit. We dig deep into IRS filings, court records, real estate transactions, and whistleblower testimonies to uncover the financial schemes that funnel millions into the pockets of “spiritual leaders.” From Ponzi schemes disguised as “blessings” to money laundering masked as ministry work, we follow the money—and it often leads to disturbing revelations. 3. Mortgage and Real Estate Scams: Religious organizations frequently engage in shady real estate ventures—buying properties under shell companies, flipping churches for profit, or coercing followers to sign over deeds to their homes in exchange for promises of divine favor. Full Frontal Investigation highlights the systemic abuse of nonprofit status and investigates how some churches operate like real estate conglomerates rather than places of worship. 4. YouTube Prophets and Digital Cult Leaders: A new breed of self-proclaimed “prophets” is emerging online—gathering massive audiences, donations, and power through social media. With prophetic livestreams, donation links, and apocalyptic warnings, these digital influencers claim to speak for God while raking in tens of thousands of dollars. We analyze their tactics, fact-check their prophecies, and investigate where the money really goes. 5. Abuse of Nonprofit Religious Status: Churches enjoy unique legal protections and tax exemptions in the United States. This loophole has created fertile ground for financial exploitation. We spotlight how certain ministries, and religious figures abuse this status to hide assets, avoid taxes, and escape accountability. Religion is one of the most powerful forces in human history. At its best, it inspires compassion, community, and purpose. At its worst, it becomes a tool of psychological coercion, financial exploitation, and criminal behavior—all under the protection of spiritual authority. In the United States, religious organizations are rarely held accountable. Their financials are largely exempt from transparency laws. Their leaders are elevated to untouchable status. And their followers are often too afraid—or too conditioned—to speak out. That’s where Full-Frontal Investigation comes in. We’re not anti-religion. We’re anti-corruption. This channel is a voice for the voiceless. A digital watchdog that refuses to look away. A platform where truth outweighs doctrine, and justice speaks louder than false prophecy. Our viewers come from all walks of life—former cult members, spiritual seekers, journalists, legal experts, and people who simply care about truth and accountability. If you’ve ever questioned a religious leader’s motives, wondered where your donation really went, or watched a “prophet” make wild predictions with no consequences—you’re in the right place. We encourage respectful discussion, open inquiry, and evidence-based debate. We welcome whistleblowers, survivors, and investigators to reach out and share what they know. If you're tired of watching fraud flourish behind pulpits… If you believe faith should never be used as a weapon for control… If you want to be part of a movement holding these institutions accountable… Subscribe to Full Frontal Investigation! Turn on notifications. Watch. Share. See something. Say Something! Contact & Confidential Tips: We take anonymity seriously. If you have credible information, documents, or stories to share, please contact us securely at (314)492-3356 We vet all sources, protect whistleblower identities, and strive to maintain the highest journalistic standards. Full Frontal Investigation Where Truth Has No Sanctuary.

"Michelle Brannon Snitches on JMMI & KOGGC's #DavidETaylor! Saves Herself from Prison Time!"
Apostle David E. Taylor: Full Frontal Exposure 2.0
30 Mar 2026 [2:31:13]
#Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/IYkqAGwqPEKKw12nOEKrcQ

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5 hours ago

The Good Rice -Krishna Cult Watch -Cults Want To Control Your Underwear FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. This is not a debate, I am not here to debate Hare Krishna freaks. come in, shut up, listen and learn or you can leave. This is not a place to promote your pedophile cult. chanting and glorifying pedophiles will not be tolerated. Go do that somewhere else. Online help for Hare Krishnas and other cultists to hear the truth, wake up and get out of that stupid cult you are in. You know that you want out but are afraid and dont know how to do it. Watch some videos to recognize you are in a cult. Let’s get the racist and dangerous Hare Krishna Cult out of Los Angeles’ KingDom Day Parade. To contact the Parade and let them know you are against the krishna cult marching in Dr King’s Parade: https://kingdomdayparade.org/mlk-contact.php This is not a debate, this is an intervention. I’m here to deprogram you and get you out of that stupid cult you joined. These evil cults protects, promotes, and glorifies some of the most disgusting child molesters and pedophiles to ever walk the face of the earth and they need to hear it. They dont hear it enough because they live in a “Cult Authority” verification loop which keeps them in an insulated bubble of make-believe, cosplaying and LARPing. I can help you cult freaks escape the mental manipulation and brainwashing so you can get your life back from these child-molesting, woman-hating, racist, sexist, disgusting and destructive cults. #krishnabhajan Assorted recommended cult links https://gaudiyadiscussions.gaudiya.com/topic_2040.html Kanupriya Conversation https://vedabase.io/en/library/transcripts/770227r1may/ Prabhupada Teaching Child Marriage and Pedophilia Conversation Mayapur https://youtu.be/rtayF0u3CzY?si=NSXL6ZQY9A85k20m Child Molester Gurus https://www.youtube.com/@KnittingCultLady Knitting Cult Lady https://youtu.be/l51VKdxm-E8?si=Q1qSrvfNcJV-dWap https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8yspi3OozE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6gt6caubII&list=PLbElHLnJzdsPkDHB3E2DJjlnSlW6zXy3Y&index=21 https://www.youtube.com/@QueenOfKarma https://substack.com/@srimukundaspeaks archive of past livestreams

"The Good Rice -Krishna #Cult Watch -Cults want to Control your Underwear"
ItsMikeSandoval @itsmikesandoval.bsky.social
31 Mar 2026 [2:40:45]
#ISKCON
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/EAxR7q4ue0aRDSNgJ_2rsA

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5 hours ago

RfRx - The Truth About Facilitated Communication, Featuring Janyce Boynton This week on RfRx, we are joined by Janyce Boynton to discuss Facilitated Communication (FC), a scientifically discredited technique which is claimed to allow non or minimally speaking people, such as those with severe autism, to communicate. Though appealing to parents, caregivers, and educators, FC is rejected by major autism, education, and health organizations because controlled studies show that the Facilitators are actually the ones composing the messages. Despite this, believers continue promoting and using FC, claiming that it works on faith, and saying it cannot be scientifically tested. Janyce is a former Facilitator, who will share her firsthand experience about why she once believed in and practiced FC, and what drives her to now denounce this harmful practice on FacilitatedCommunication.org. https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligion https://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligion https://instagram.com/rfrorg https://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligion https://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg The primary focus of Recovering from Religion (RfR) is to offer hope, healing, and support to those struggling with issues of doubt and non-belief. This transitional period is an ongoing process that can result in a range of emotions, as well as a ripple effect of consequences throughout an individual’s life. We are here to help each other through this journey. For RfRx comments, inquiries & topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US & Canada +61 2 8203 7137 in Australia +44 20 3807 4586 in the UK Peer support is also available through local support groups. These groups offer monthly in-person meetings as a place to express doubts, fears, emotions & concerns about religion you wouldn't normally feel comfortable expressing in a religious community. Find your nearest support group at https://www.meetup.com/pro/recovering... If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. RfR has an immense collection of well-curated resources available as you go through your journey, including resources for mental and physical crises, working with relationships, issues stemming from specific religions, coming out stories, and much more. Head to https://www.recoveringfromreligion.or... for these helpful resources. Subscribe to the RfR Blog: https://medium.com/excommunications RfR Podcast: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.or... RfR is a non-profit organization reliant upon both its volunteers and donations. Like what RfR does? Why not volunteer! There are quite a few options and we are always in need of volunteers. Head over to https://www.recoveringfromreligion.or... for more info. Donations can be made at https://www.recoveringfromreligion.or...

"The Truth about Facilitated Communication, Featuring Janyce Boynton"
Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org
31 Mar 2026 [1:38:29]
#Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/WErufMjmeUCVEw6l0PcBVg

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Cult Podcasts

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5 hours ago

From Latter Rain To People’s Temple John and Charles examine how Latter Rain and Message-world teachings overlapped with the theology Jim Jones absorbed during his revival years. They trace the shared restorationist themes, the appeal to apostolic living, and the ways communal practices in People’s Temple mirrored patterns already present in other Latter Rain-influenced groups. The discussion also explores the wider network around William Branham, Jim Jones, and Joseph Mattsson-Boze in the mid-1950s, asking how these ministries intersected and where their ideologies converged. Along the way, John explains why printed sermon transcripts can be more useful than audio for evaluating Branham’s teachings and shows how certain doctrines evolved across movements over time. ______________________ Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K ______________________ – Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham – Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org – Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg – Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham – Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr – Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books

"From Latter Rain to People's Temple"
Leaving the Message
31 Mar 2026 [0:09:58]
#Branhamism #WilliamBranham #Jonestown #PeoplesTemple #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/pXyeheWLJk2QqCXMQ6vEoQ

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Cult Podcasts

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5 hours ago

How Jehovah's Witnesses Profit From Natural Disasters My EXJW research and tools site (free): https://exjwanalyzer.com/ The Broken Mirror (my Christian theology book): https://a.co/d/gQhwcso Join this channel to support my work: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkPH9jr2ly1AHm_10MOdQsQ/join My faith-based channel: @jonathanlegerpodcast References: https://exjwanalyzer.com/references/Disaster_Relief_References.pdf All footage images used in this video are used legally for criticism, commentary & education, and are protected by the Fair Use Law/Act: Section 107 of the USC: https://www.copyright.gov/legislation/dmca.pdf #religion #jehovahswitnesses #watchtower #jworg #exjw #christianity #christians #cult #cults #cultsurvivor

"How #JehovahsWitnesses Profit from Natural Disasters"
EXJW Analyzer
31 Mar 2026 [0:33:03]
#JW #ExJW #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/Gl-3D60oYkKUUuC2inixOg

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lalabote

@lalabote.bsky.social

5 hours ago

TODAY's Romana Didulo Tax Evasion/Fraud report, Wednesday 31 March 2026.

#GRIFTER #Propagandist #TaxEvasion #SCAMMER #FRAUD #RomanaDidulo #CULT

This email address was just shown on their livestream on multiple platforms to receive their grift money. They also list addresses on their website:

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6 hours ago

S1E9 Jon Atack (Pt 2 of 2): From Theosophy to Scientology to Neo-Tantra What do Scientology, Nazism, and neo-tantra have in common? Cult researcher Jon Atack traces the hidden lineage through Theosophy, Aleister Crowley, and early 20th century occultism. Jon explains how L. Ron Hubbard stole from Crowley's sex magick, how Alice Bailey's "ascended masters" influenced both Scientology and Bruce Lyon's Highden Temple, and why Blavatsky's Aryan race fantasies became foundational to Nazi ideology and modern spiritual movements. Jon and Cara discuss manipulation techniques shared across cults, gangs, and terrorist groups—love bombing, finding your ruin, weaponized meditation, and why certainty is a red flag. Jon shares stories from helping 600 people recover, why he shifted from Scientology-specific work to understanding all coercive relationships, and the dangerous normalization of unproven spiritual practices. Content Note: Discussion of cult manipulation, Nazi ideology, sexual abuse, and authoritarian control. BOOKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Jon Atack's Books: If Scientology Ruled the World: Nazi Occultists, Sex Magick, Space Aliens, and the Second Coming (2025) Opening Our Minds: The Secret World of Manipulation, Brainwashing, and Undue Influence (2015) Let's Sell These People a Piece of Blue Sky (1990) Other Books Discussed: Bare-Faced Messiah by Russell Miller (Hubbard biography) The Secret Doctrine by Helena Blavatsky (1888) Isis Unveiled by Helena Blavatsky The Red Book by Carl Gustav Jung Ghost Hunters by Deborah Blum The Wrong Way Home: Uncovering the Patterns of Cult Behavior in American Society by Arthur Deikman, MD Them and Us by Arthur Deikman The Myth of Genesis by Robert Graves and Raphael Patai Oxford Handbook of Meditation edited by Miguel Farias ABOUT JON ATACK: Jon Atack has been recognized as a leading expert on authoritarian cults since 1990, when his best-selling Let's Sell These People a Piece of Blue Sky was first published. After nine years in Scientology, Jon left in 1983 and has since helped about 600 people recover from cult abuse. He has been consulted in over 150 court cases worldwide and recognized as an expert witness by the English High Court. In 2015, Opening Our Minds became the first book to explore manipulative techniques from advertising and propaganda to cults, gangs, and terrorist groups. His 2025 book If Scientology Ruled the World exposes the origins of the Aryan Race fantasy and the relationship between cult groups and Nazi ideology, tracing the lineage from Theosophy through Crowley to modern movements. Jon has published over 500 articles and co-authored academic chapters with Steven Hassan, PhD. Website: https://jonatack.co.uk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jonatackfamilyfriends6176 Books: If Scientology Ruled the World, Opening Our Minds, A Piece of Blue Sky Connect with Jon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jon_atack/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jonatack.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/atack_jon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJonAtack RESOURCES: Safer Sex-Positive and Spiritual Communities: 3SC.Community ICSA (International Cultic Studies Association): ICSA.org Freedom of Mind (Steven Hassan): freedomofmind.com Seek Safely: https://seeksafely.org/ Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 CONNECT: Conversations like these helped me get through the darkest times, and I hope they help us get through dark times together. If this episode resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Questions or feedback: foolsgoldpodcast@proton.me Schedule a 30 min curiosity call with Cara: calendly.com/caracordonicoaching Substack: https://caracordoni.substack.com/ Instagram: @caracordoni Like what you're hearing? Subscribe, share with someone who might benefit, and leave a review. Your engagement helps others find these conversations. CREDITS: Graphics: Pax Scarberry | Music: "Midnight Rendezvous" by Sasha Ende (ende.app) Licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0

"Jon Atack (Pt 2 of 2): From #Theosophy to #Scientology to Neo-Tantra"
Fool's Gold: Discernment in the Age of Grift @jonatack.bsky.social
31 Mar 2026 [0:58:06]
#InternationalSchoolOfTempleArts #ISTA #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/GeYywsTRh0aHL_ZAkuERLQ

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Cult Podcasts

@cultpodcasts.com

6 hours ago

S1E9 Jon Atack (Pt 1 of 2): From Theosophy to Scientology to Neo-Tantra What do Scientology, Nazism, and neo-tantra have in common? Cult researcher Jon Atack traces the hidden lineage through Theosophy, Aleister Crowley, and early 20th century occultism. Jon explains how L. Ron Hubbard stole from Crowley's sex magick, how Alice Bailey's "ascended masters" influenced both Scientology and Bruce Lyon's Highden Temple, and why Blavatsky's Aryan race fantasies became foundational to Nazi ideology and modern spiritual movements. Jon and Cara discuss manipulation techniques shared across cults, gangs, and terrorist groups—love bombing, finding your ruin, weaponized meditation, and why certainty is a red flag. Jon shares stories from helping 600 people recover, why he shifted from Scientology-specific work to understanding all coercive relationships, and the dangerous normalization of unproven spiritual practices. Content Note: Discussion of cult manipulation, Nazi ideology, sexual abuse, and authoritarian control. BOOKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Jon Atack's Books: If Scientology Ruled the World: Nazi Occultists, Sex Magick, Space Aliens, and the Second Coming (2025) Opening Our Minds: The Secret World of Manipulation, Brainwashing, and Undue Influence (2015) Let's Sell These People a Piece of Blue Sky (1990) Other Books Discussed: Bare-Faced Messiah by Russell Miller (Hubbard biography) The Secret Doctrine by Helena Blavatsky (1888) Isis Unveiled by Helena Blavatsky The Red Book by Carl Gustav Jung Ghost Hunters by Deborah Blum The Wrong Way Home: Uncovering the Patterns of Cult Behavior in American Society by Arthur Deikman, MD Them and Us by Arthur Deikman The Myth of Genesis by Robert Graves and Raphael Patai Oxford Handbook of Meditation edited by Miguel Farias ABOUT JON ATACK: Jon Atack has been recognized as a leading expert on authoritarian cults since 1990, when his best-selling Let's Sell These People a Piece of Blue Sky was first published. After nine years in Scientology, Jon left in 1983 and has since helped about 600 people recover from cult abuse. He has been consulted in over 150 court cases worldwide and recognized as an expert witness by the English High Court. In 2015, Opening Our Minds became the first book to explore manipulative techniques from advertising and propaganda to cults, gangs, and terrorist groups. His 2025 book If Scientology Ruled the World exposes the origins of the Aryan Race fantasy and the relationship between cult groups and Nazi ideology, tracing the lineage from Theosophy through Crowley to modern movements. Jon has published over 500 articles and co-authored academic chapters with Steven Hassan, PhD. Website: https://jonatack.co.uk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jonatackfamilyfriends6176 Books: If Scientology Ruled the World, Opening Our Minds, A Piece of Blue Sky Connect with Jon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jon_atack/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jonatack.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/atack_jon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJonAtack RESOURCES: Safer Sex-Positive and Spiritual Communities: 3SC.Community ICSA (International Cultic Studies Association): ICSA.org Freedom of Mind (Steven Hassan): freedomofmind.com Seek Safely: https://seeksafely.org/ Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 CONNECT: Conversations like these helped me get through the darkest times, and I hope they help us get through dark times together. If this episode resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Questions or feedback: foolsgoldpodcast@proton.me Schedule a 30 min curiosity call with Cara: calendly.com/caracordonicoaching Substack: https://caracordoni.substack.com/ Instagram: @caracordoni Like what you're hearing? Subscribe, share with someone who might benefit, and leave a review. Your engagement helps others find these conversations. CREDITS: Graphics: Paxton Scarberry | Music: "Midnight Rendezvous" by Sasha Ende (ende.app) Licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0

"Jon Atack (Pt 1 of 2): From #Theosophy to #Scientology to Neo-Tantra"
Fool's Gold: Discernment in the Age of Grift @jonatack.bsky.social
31 Mar 2026 [1:06:10]
#InternationalSchoolOfTempleArts #ISTA #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/tbpQ6801ckqaP0X_GllP0A

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@branham.bsky.social

7 hours ago

Pentecostalism's Wild Past: Shocking Revival or Religious Circus ______________________ Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K ______________________ – Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham – Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org – Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg – Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham – Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr – Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books

#williambranham #pentecostal #nar #latterrain #wof #cult #evangelical

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Cult Podcasts

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7 hours ago

NXIVM: Episode 4: The Bronfmans, Frank Parlato, and Money Laundering Part 1 In which we discuss the history of the Bronfman family, the mysterious background of Sara and Clare's mother, and exactly how they were laundering money through NXIVM

"#NXIVM: Episode 4: The Bronfmans, Frank Parlato, & Money Laundering part 1"
The Dustlight Archives
31 Mar 2026 [0:41:56]
#Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/KDktVVopVEu9_yAtiWjVIg

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Cult Podcasts

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7 hours ago

Was Andrea Yates in a Cult? Religion, Motherhood, and Moral Panic Cult documentaries are becoming self‑aware—but are they actually telling better stories? In this episode of Cult Favorite, we analyze The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story as both a case study and a piece of documentary storytelling. We explore how the series frames blame, fear, and causation—and how editing choices, archival tapes, and visual nostalgia try to retrofit cult logic onto a tragedy shaped by mental illness and systemic failure. Along the way, we discuss: How “cult influence” gets constructed on screen Why parenting and motherhood are common pressure points in religious extremism What this documentary reveals about our collective anxieties around women’s health A must‑listen if you enjoy cult documentaries, media criticism, or thoughtful cultural analysis. Follow us on the socials at @cultfavoritepod. Special thanks to the REL Digital Lab in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Alabama for production assistance. The views expressed in this episode are our own as experts and researchers in religious studies and do not represent the University of Alabama. Theme music produced with Udio.

"Was Andrea Yates in a #Cult? Religion, Motherhood, & Moral Panic"
Cult Favorite
31 Mar 2026 [1:12:52]
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/HfI8oRGNDE6L8JjrhR59_Q

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Cult Podcasts

@cultpodcasts.com

7 hours ago

Why Everything Is a Cult Now: Reality TV, Religion, and Moral Panic Why does the internet keep asking if something is a cult—and what do we actually do with the answer? In this episode of Cult Favorite, two religious studies professors analyze The Cult of the Real Housewife, a documentary about Mary Cosby, Faith Temple Pentecostal Church, and Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. We argue that the cult label often functions less as an explanation and more as a way to consume scandal without challenging larger systems—like capitalism, celebrity culture, and media production. We talk about: - Why “cult” is such a useful (and empty) category - How reality TV and cult media have converged - Why producers escape scrutiny while “cult leaders” don’t This episode is for anyone tired of shallow cult discourse and ready for deeper cultural analysis. Follow us on the socials at @cultfavoritepod. Special thanks to the REL Digital Lab in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Alabama for production assistance. The views expressed in this episode are our own as experts and researchers in religious studies and do not represent the University of Alabama. Theme music produced with Udio.

"Why Everything is a #Cult Now: Reality TV, Religion, & Moral Panic"
Cult Favorite
31 Mar 2026 [1:01:47]
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/SSQcEUjpfkWzHCWo3g0MJA

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Cult Podcasts

@cultpodcasts.com

7 hours ago

Kumaré: Fake Guru, Real Followers, Real Consequences What happens when a fake guru starts to feel real—to himself and to his followers? This episode of Cult Favorite dives into Kumaré, the documentary where Vikram Gandhi invents a spiritual teacher to expose modern guru culture. We talk about why New Age spirituality is so persuasive, how vague teachings create powerful communities, and why viewers often cheer manipulation when it promises self‑empowerment. Along the way, we ask: - Why do people need spiritual leaders at all? - When does performance become belief? - Why does this feel different from other deceptive cult docs? A must‑listen for fans of cult documentaries, yoga culture critiques, and media that blurs the line between sincerity and spectacle. Follow us on the socials at @cultfavoritepod. Special thanks to the REL Digital Lab in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Alabama for production assistance. The views expressed in this episode are our own as experts and researchers in religious studies and do not represent the University of Alabama. Theme music produced with Udio.

"Kumaré: Fake Guru, Real Followers, Real Consequences"
Cult Favorite
31 Mar 2026 [1:01:14]
#Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/z0Hr7WkBYkuolbKDdFA97A

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Cult Podcasts

@cultpodcasts.com

7 hours ago

Private Investigator Reveals His Most Terrifying Cult Cases Get ready to dive into the wild world of modern cults and manipulation! In this gripping episode, private detective Benoît Jude takes us behind the scenes with hidden camera footage from inside today's most bizarre and dangerous groups. Want to know what REALLY goes on? Hit play now! Don't forget to subscribe for more crazy stories, and let us know in the comments what shocked you the most! #cult #investigation #psychology #crime #documentary 👉 This channel was created in collaboration with https://www.youtube.com/@noa_dorian 0:00:00 - Introduction and Context 0:03:19 - Preview of Cult Infiltration 0:04:03 - Meet Benoît Jude: Private Detective 0:07:42 - Benoît's Undercover Footage and Approach 0:11:14 - A Cult Workshop: Methods and Risks 0:18:03 - Exploring Shamanism and Legal Borders 0:26:43 - Therapies, Dangers, and Signs of Cults 0:46:03 - Therapeutic Drift and Closing Reflections

"Private Investigator Reveals his most Terrifying #Cult Cases"
Noa. in English
31 Mar 2026 [1:01:51]
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/wHs4ThNdl0Kkn6vFHI-eaA

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Hani

@hani3l.bsky.social

8 hours ago

"Circle"
#Illustration #melaniemartinez #melaniemartinezfanart #digitalart #digital #circle #hades #hadesalbum #myart #cult #grudges #isthisacult #clipstudiopaint

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Cult Podcasts

@cultpodcasts.com

9 hours ago

Caso Epstein: Buffett diz que não fala com Bill Gates “desde que tudo veio à tona” | CNBC BREAKING Em entrevista à CNBC Internacional, Warren Buffett comentou sua promessa de doar parte de sua fortuna à Gates Foundation, organização filantrópica criada por Bill Gates. O megainvestidor adotou um tom cauteloso diante de controvérsias recentes envolvendo a instituição. A fundação passou a ser mencionada nos chamados Epstein Files, documentos que trazem registros de conexões entre diversas personalidades e Jeffrey Epstein, o que elevou a atenção sobre o tema no meio político e financeiro. 🚨Inscreva-se no canal e ative o sininho para receber todo o nosso conteúdo! Siga o Times Brasil - Licenciado Exclusivo CNBC nas redes sociais: @otimesbrasil 📌 ONDE ASSISTIR AO MAIOR CANAL DE NEGÓCIOS DO MUNDO NO BRASIL: 🔷 Canal 562 ClaroTV+ | Canal 562 Sky | Canal 592 Vivo | Canal 187 Oi | Operadoras regionais 🔷 TV SINAL ABERTO: parabólicas canal 562 🔷 ONLINE: https://timesbrasil.com.br | YouTube 🔷 FAST Channels: Samsung TV Plus, LG Channels, TCL Channels, Pluto TV, Roku, Soul TV, Zapping | Novos Streamings #CNBCNoBrasil #JornalismoDeNegócios #TimesBrasilCNBC

"Caso #Epstein: Buffett Diz Que Não Fala Com #BillGates 'Desde Que Tudo Veio À Tona' | Cnbc Breaking"
TIMES BRASIL - LICENCIADO EXCLUSIVO CNBC
31 Mar 2026 [0:05:20]
#HumanTrafficking #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/MuHKqIWs4UCA5z1DWiJY6A

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9 hours ago

The Deepak Chopra Rabbithole is Deeply Disturbing… 📲 Instagram: @NoorJasmine7 🔐 Patreon (Free Trial): patreon.com/c/noorjasmine 📧 noorjasmine7@gmail.com (don’t make it weird) This video is about Deepak Chopra

"The Deepak Chopra Rabbithole is Deeply Disturbing…"
Noor Jasmine
31 Mar 2026 [0:59:03]
#Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/4BCFT1M44UK9gXoMQbzdWA

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Stephen Hayes

@stephenaytch.bsky.social

9 hours ago

We need to talk about Christian Accelerationism YouTube video by Kore Devotions

#Religion

Reportedly #Jesus said "I came not to bring peace, but a sword", and you must reject your family to "be my disciple". Taken at face value, these are the words of a #cult leader, not a truly enlightened, much less divine person. ..

m.youtube.com/watch?v=EnKO...

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9 hours ago

'Survivors are nothing more than pawns for political discourse' | Epstein survivor speaks | BBC News Warning: This video contains graphic sexual descriptions. A woman who said she was drugged and raped by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has spoken publicly for the first time to BBC Newsnight about her ordeal. The woman who the BBC refers to as Nicky, spoke to the BBC on condition of anonymity. She says she met the disgraced financier when she was 19 and working as a model. She said that after she gave him a massage at his waterfront mansion in Palm Beach, Florida, he gave her a drink of water and she blacked out for hours, when she believes she was raped by Epstein. Nicky said she felt encouraged to come forward by other survivors sharing their stories. She is now calling for the US Department of Justice to release all its remaining files on Epstein. A spokesperson from the Department of Justice said: "As the Department of Justice has consistently said and has done since the January 30, 2026 publication of the Epstein files, if any member of the public, including victims, reported concerns with information in the pages, the Department would review, make any corrections and republish online…" "As with all documents that have been flagged by the public, the Department is currently reviewing files within that category of the production. Should any document be found to have been improperly tagged in the review process and is responsive to the Act, the Department will of course publish it, consistent with the law.” Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews

"'Survivors are Nothing more Than Pawns for Political Discourse' | #Epstein Survivor Speaks"
BBC Newsnight @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social @vicderbyshire.bsky.social
31 Mar 2026 [0:11:25]
#HumanTrafficking #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/L6_WH7htCUehn47X-sUMRQ

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9 hours ago

Remedial Theology Episode 4: Mark thinks Esther is Simply Respecting Her Husband Welcome to Remedial Theology: Mattie Mae and Meghan Take TheoBros Back 2 School. The TheoBros have been loud, confident, and very wrong—and Mattie Mae, Meghan, and special guest Alexiana are handing out syllabi. In this episode, we take on Mark, who argues that Esther was simply respecting her husband when she saved a nation. Class is in session. Egos will be bruised. Homework is mandatory.

"Remedial Theology Episode 4: Mark Thinks Esther is Simply Respecting her Husband"
Faith & Feminism
31 Mar 2026 [1:29:05]
#Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/PobWHz6Z-kqb1bjfLpNMOQ

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@branham.bsky.social

10 hours ago

From Latter Rain To People’s Temple John and Charles examine how Latter Rain and Message-world teachings overlapped with the theology Jim Jones absorbed during his revival years. They trace the shared restorationist themes, the appeal to apostolic living, and the ways communal practices in People’s Temple mirrored patterns already present in other Latter Rain-influenced groups. The discussion also explores the wider network around William Branham, Jim Jones, and Joseph Mattsson-Boze in the mid-1950s, asking how these ministries intersected and where their ideologies converged. Along the way, John explains why printed sermon transcripts can be more useful than audio for evaluating Branham’s teachings and shows how certain doctrines evolved across movements over time. ______________________ Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K ______________________ – Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham – Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org – Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg – Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham – Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr – Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books

#williambranham #pentecostal #nar #latterrain #wof #cult #evangelical

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Pasquinel

@pasquinel.bsky.social

10 hours ago

#NowWatching: BLOODSPORT (1988)

Starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, Leah Ayres, Donald Gibb, Roy Chiao, Norman Burton, Forest Whitaker & Bolo Yeung

#Movies #80s #Cult #Cinema #FilmSky #MartialArts #Tournament #HongKong #Bloodsport #JeanClaudeVanDamme #Tubi #MovieSky

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11 hours ago

The Fear That Keeps People Trapped in Mormonism w/ Leah Young This is one of those conversations that changes how you see your entire life. Leah Young shares what it actually feels like to have your belief system collapse in real time and what it takes to rebuild from the ground up. From reading the CES letter to nearly losing her marriage, this episode goes deep into identity, fear, control, and the moment you decide to trust yourself. If you’ve ever questioned what you were taught, needed guidance on how to talk to believers, or wondered who you are outside of the system you were raised in, this episode will hit!All the Carah Burrell links 🔗 https://linktr.ee/nuancehoe Carah Burrell Substack: https://substack.com/@carahburrell? Help me continue making important, hilarious content by becoming a one-time or monthly donor! 🤝 DONATE via DONORBOX! https://donorbox.org/thanks-for-the-amazing-content-carah-let-me-help-you-keep-it-funded 👩‍💻 Join the Hoetown community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nuancehoe 🍯 Tip Jar (Venmo: CarahB): https://account.venmo.com/u/CarahB 📫 Contact Nuancehoe: thenuancehoe@gmail.com Show notes: Balanced Living With Leah Website: https://balancedlivingwithleah.com/ Leah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balancedlivingwithleah/ CES Letter: https://cesletter.org Steven Hassan: https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/bite-model Mormon Stories Podcast interviews with Leah: https://youtu.be/aFr8Schuv5w?si=fo8t5WDusn7d2NY_ https://www.mormonstories.org/young-family/

"The Fear that Keeps People Trapped in #Mormonism w/ Leah Young"
The Mormon History Hoedown
31 Mar 2026 [1:48:49]
#Mormons #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/fJtNqclB8kWJKfkkHFb0pg

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11 hours ago

She Left Seventh-Day Adventism, and Wrote a Tell-All | Melissa Duge Spiers Grab a copy of Holy Disobedience: Sex, Sin, and Secrets in the Biggest Church No One Knows: https://amzn.to/4s0pygn As an Amazon associate, a small portion of every purchase made through this link helps support this podcast! ✖️✖️✖️ Melissa Duge Spiers is an award-winning essayist, screenwriter, and advocate for topics of religious and narcissistic abuse, utilizing her online platforms (TikTok and Instagram: “The Glory Whole”). Her memoir Holy Disobedience won the 2021 Book Pipeline Unpublished Nonfiction Manuscript prize, with excerpts featured in The Huffington Post. Melissa’s writing appears in magazines nationwide, and she’s a contributor to Take the Fruit: An Anthology of Religious Trauma. Also a runner, cheese lover, and life-long vintage collector, Melissa holds a B.A. in English Literature from Barnard College at Columbia University and is based in California. ✖️✖️✖️ About Holy Disobedience: “Spiers’s writing is propulsive and intelligent.” —Tia Levings, author of the New York Times bestselling A Well-Trained Wife Holy Disobedience is a gripping, unflinching story by Melissa Duge Spiers about growing up in the shadow of control, silence, and secrets within the strict, fundamentalist Seventh-day Adventist Church. When Melissa learns that her father, a respected pastor, was a serial child predator shielded by the church, her world implodes. But this revelation is only the beginning. From being beaten for resisting a childhood home perm to seducing a forbidden public-school athlete to reclaim her autonomy, Melissa’s early years were shaped by repression, shame, and indoctrination. Her escape from high-control religion launched her into a life of risk: Wall Street jobs, New York nightclubs, Hollywood hookups, and a series of abusive relationships. And yet, in these extremes, she was searching. Through self-reflection and finding her voice, and through an unexpected friendship with her father's first victim, Melissa slowly reconstructs the self she was never allowed to know. Holy Disobedience is not just a survivor’s tale. It’s a story of fierce honesty, radical freedom, and the beautiful mess of becoming whole. ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: preacherboyspodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc https://www.instagram.com/preacherboyspod https://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspod To connect with a community that shares the Preacher Boys Podcast's mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFICIAL Preacher Boys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/ ✖️✖️✖️ The content presented in this video is for informational and educational purposes only. All individuals and entities discussed are presumed innocent until proven guilty through due legal process. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers. ✖️✖️✖️ Music by Lou Ridley — “Bible Belt” | Used with permission under license.

"#PurityCulture, Predators, & end-Times Hysteria | Melissa Duge Spiers on Life Inside Adventism"
Preacher Boys Podcast @theericski.bsky.social @preacherboyspod.bsky.social
31 Mar 2026 [1:12:21]
#SeventhDayAdventist #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/9gNSQbilT0eg3kzHQTFHSQ

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Cult Podcasts

@cultpodcasts.com

11 hours ago

Inside Utah's Secret Polygamist Family - Life With Six Wives and 26 Kids Step inside the secret world of Utah polygamists as Tom Green and his six wives share their lives, beliefs, and challenges in a remote desert community. This revealing documentary delves into the daily realities of polygamy in modern America, focusing on the Green family who openly practice fundamentalist Mormon plural marriage despite its illegality in Utah. Hear firsthand from Tom, his wives, and their many children about their unconventional relationships, their faith-driven motivations, and the logistical, emotional, and legal complexities they face. From managing dozens of children and makeshift homes to navigating jealousy and community judgment, the Greens offer a rare, intimate look at life inside a polygamist family. The video covers topics such as the origins and religious significance of polygamy, early and arranged marriages, the roles of women in choosing their husbands, and the efforts to create a supportive family structure in a hostile legal climate. Viewers will also witness how the family copes with tragedy, poverty, and the constant threat of legal action, while striving to maintain their beliefs and provide for their children. If you’re curious about fundamentalist Mormonism, plural marriage, or the human stories behind controversial lifestyles, this documentary provides an unfiltered perspective on a hidden American subculture. #Polygamy #UtahPolygamists #FundamentalistMormon #PluralMarriage #FamilyDocumentary #ReligionAndSociety #Bigamy #AmericanSubcultures

"Inside #Utah's Secret Polygamist Family - Life with Six Wives & 26 Kids"
Cult & Sect Documentaries
31 Mar 2026 [0:49:47]
#Mormons #KingstonClan #LatterDayChurchOfChrist #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/QIKJGNgXZUWwCr3jRigpLA

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Cult Podcasts

@cultpodcasts.com

11 hours ago

Faith Assembly After Freeman: Confusion, Control, And Collapse | Podcast Episode 570 John and Chino examine the aftermath of Hobart Freeman's death and the crisis that followed inside Faith Assembly. They explore how failed prophecy, cognitive dissonance, leadership collapse, and group loyalty shaped the response of members who had been taught that their movement alone possessed the truth. The discussion also traces the role of Bruce Kinsey, June Freeman, Steve Hill, and other figures in the years that followed, while connecting Faith Assembly to broader Word of Faith and Pentecostal influences. Along the way, John and Chino consider how authoritarian religious systems survive even after the central figure is gone, and why those systems can continue harming people long after the original leader has died. 00:00 Introduction 03:22 Hobart Freeman's Death And The Shock To Faith Assembly 07:27 The Failed Prophecy Problem And Cognitive Dissonance 13:01 Mark 11:24, Kenneth Hagin, And Word Of Faith Influence 16:19 Bruce Kinsey Leaves Faith Assembly 21:39 Bruce Kinsey's Later Years And The Lighthouse Group 25:12 Why People Leave Quietly Instead Of Confronting Leaders 29:23 Why Freeman's Death Did Not End The Movement 32:01 The Leadership Vacuum After 1984 35:34 "We Have The Pure Word" And The Us-Against-Them Mindset 44:01 June Freeman's Letter And The Hope For Vindication 50:18 Who Tried To Lead Faith Assembly Next? 54:55 The 1983 Civil Lawsuit And Its Lasting Effect 58:39 Why Faith Assembly Stayed Leaderless ______________________ Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K ______________________ – Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham – Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org – Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg – Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham – Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr – Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books

"#FaithAssembly after Freeman: Confusion, Control, And Collapse | Podcast Episode 570"
Leaving the Message
31 Mar 2026 [1:04:35]
#Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/MEe4KxKmsE2TSOWiFJdAQA

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