S4: Harold D'Souza's Story: From Free Man, to Slave Labor to Passionate Advocate
Today, Harold D’Souza is a globally recognized survivor advocate & co-founder of Eyes Open International - a non-profit organization dedicated to prevention, research and education. In this episode, ...
10 Aug 1h 10min
S4: Leaving a Christian Cult for an Authentic Life
Classical violinist, Matthew Castle, describes growing up in a cloistered echo chamber of blind obedience, misogyny, high control, “us versus them,” and feeling like, “I never fit in…” to the culture...
14 Jul 41min
S4: Love is Stronger Than Mind Control: Hoyt Richards
When a cult leader put his towel next to Hoyt’s on a beach in Nantucket, the then 16 year old’s life changed dramatically as he was slowly drawn deeper and deeper in. This is a story of coercive contr...
4 Mai 53min
S3: Mariama - Take Two: Living a Cult-Free Life
We are so excited to share this bonus episode: a follow up conversation with Mariama. Her first episode (#5 - “Breaking Free: Mariama’s Journey of Healing and Self Discovery”) focused on her exit fro...
24 Sep 202551min
S3: The Price for Freedom - Cerese’s Pilgrimage
Please note this episode has been edited to keep some names and identifiers confidential. Having grown up in a religious cult, Cerese shares the confusion, doubts, and even self hate - especially as a...
18 Mar 202555min
S3: Finally Free: Lori Unravels Her Binds to a Controlling Virtual "School"
Lori shares her story of how she became deeply involved in an online school that blurred the line between education and coercion. She opens up about the power of community, the subtle ways control tak...
17 Feb 202542min
S3: Breaking Free: Mariama’s Journey of Healing and Self Discovery
In this powerful episode, Mariama shares her deeply personal journey of growing up in a high-control religious group. She reflects on her upbringing, the constraints on personal expression, and the ch...
20 Jan 202553min
