A Little Bit Culty
Sarah Edmondson & Anthony “Nippy” AmesThink you might be in a cult? Want to know the signs? Join Sarah Edmondson and Anthony “Nippy” Ames to talk about things that are..a little bit culty. Or in their case: a whole bunch of culty. As whistleblowers documented in the critically-acclaimed HBO series “The Vow,” Sarah and Nippy have a lot to say about their experience, and burning questions to ask people with similar stories. They’re here... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 330 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationSociety & Culture | |||
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Danny Rensch returns to A Little Bit Culty for a live conversation in Atlanta, where he was in town on the tour stop for his memoir, Dark Squares: How Chess Saved My Life. A fan favorite from our earlier Season 8 appearances, Danny reflects on the bo... more
In Part 2 of our conversation with Brooke Deanne, we get into the moment the whole thing finally cracked wide open: the knife incident that became her final straw, the divorce that followed, and the painfully familiar push-pull of leaving a trauma-bo... more
In Part 1 with Brooke Deanne, we chat about her growing up as a third-generation Jehovah’s Witness, the deliciously bad idea of confusing control with “truth,” and what it’s like to be raised in a system where curiosity gets shut down before it can e... more
In Part 2 of our Where Are They Now? series with Isabella Constantino, we spill more on NXIVM, Keith Raniere, and the long shadow of cult recovery. Since first sharing her story, Isabella has been doing the brave, messy, non-linear work of rebuilding... more
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- Changing my review
For many years this was one of my favourite podcasts, however recently in two episodes, comments were made by the hosts that came across to me as dangerously racist and uninformed. I feel too afraid to even reach out to the hosts to talk about these things because I don’t trust my experience will be heard and I’m not prepared to have to explain myself. I have continued listening even after these episodes but decided to change my review here to reflect how those comments have impacted my view of ... more
Apple Podcasts1klfeefg
Canadaa month ago - Sarah and Nippy Rock
This podcast is one of the best! It’s personally helped me recognize and better cope with an abusive childhood and how/why I remained loyal to my abusers for so many years and kept falling for their obvious lies. It seems like most cult leaders are very much like abusive parents, only on a much larger scale.
What makes this podcast different is the insight and honesty that the hosts share about their daily struggles in re-entering a cult free life.
Their banter is delightful and funny. I would l... more
Apple Podcasts5Ldca2010
United Statesa month ago - Nicely balanced, super real
I’ve listened to this show for many years, and I’ve really enjoyed its breadth and evolution. Nippy and Sarah bring a nice balance and variety through their “same church different pew” perspectives, to borrow an expression from my gramma. I’ve had some culty experiences in my life and this show has helped me parse out my questions and doubts. Plus, these two have zero interest in blowing smoke or posturing. Very, very refreshing. Thanks Sarah and Nip!
Apple Podcasts5MayPeachesDontExistUnited Statesa month ago - My fave podcast!
I’ve been listening regularly for the past year, and I just want to tell you guys that you’ve made a huge difference in my life. Your show and the wealth of knowledge and insight I’ve gained through listening to your awesome interviews has been sooo amazing! I’ve reflected on past relationships, groups and influencers in my own life that displayed culty dynamics. I’m just so grateful to you Sarah and Nippy! I got your book today and look forward to reading and sharing it! Keep up the great podca... more
Apple Podcasts5EmilyLovesThisNow.Canadaa month ago - Kinda ridiculous
They couldn’t tell when they joined a cult, but we’re supposed to take their advice on other “cult” type things? Uh, that’s alright.
Apple Podcasts1ISpankEmUnited Statesa month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #158 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #146 | Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #235 |  Australia/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #101 |  Norway/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #137 |  Colombia/Society & Culture |
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What is A Little Bit Culty about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on recognizing and healing from high-control dynamics, with hosts sharing personal experiences from their own time in a coercive group and hosting survivors, experts, and whistleblowers. Episodes frequently explore recruitment tactics, manipulation, accountability, and paths to autonomy, often through revealing insider perspectives from NXIVM, Scientology, Tibetan Buddhist communities, and other cult- or high-control contexts. Listeners can expect empathetic, in-depth conversations that balance survivor storytelling with practical lessons on recognition, boundaries, and healing. A recurring strength is the combination of lived experience and expert insight, which can help both newcomers seeking awareness and those healing ... more
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Recent guests on A Little Bit Culty include:
1. Brooke Deanne
2. Isabella Constantino
3. Cara Cardoni
4. Peter Young
5. Alice Hines
6. Harrison Hill
7. Melissa Duge Spiers
8. Ashleigh Freckleton
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