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Cults to Consciousness

Shelise Ann Sola
Polygamy
Child Sexual Abuse
Mental Health
Child Abuse
Mormonism
Warren Jeffs
FLDS
Mormon Church
Ervil Lebaron
Religious Authority
Children Of God
Sexual Abuse
Blood Atonement
Dream Center
Patriarchy
Legal System
LDS Church
Trauma Recovery
Cults
Fundamentalist Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints

Survivor stories of claiming independence after leaving high-control groups & people.

Cults to Consciousness is a YouTube channel and podcast, hosted by Shelise Ann Sola (a former devout Mormon & CSA survivor) and her Producer husband, Jonathan Rosales.

C2C delves into the nuanced experiences of individuals who have escaped a broad spectrum of high-control groups and coercive environments. The... more

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The Lebaron group fled the US after being excommunicated from the Mormon church for still practicing polygamy. While in Mexico, the group split and the Ervilite side started implementing blood atonement in an attempt to wipe out the other. Pamela Jon... more

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In the Vampyre community that Father Sebastiaan was the head of, it was sometimes the case that the group rituals and spiritual practices were manipulated into something far more insidious. Khassa and Ashra describe what happened at the group ceremon... more

Ashra was looking for a sense of community and understanding when she came into contact with Father Sebastiaan, the most public face of the Vampyre community. Eager to learn from him, she entered into a mentor/mentee relationship. Things would eventu... more

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Recent Guests

Pamela Jones
Survivor of the LeBaron Cult and entrepreneur
Episode: Escaping Mexico's LeBaron Cult: Not Allowed to Read or Write to Multi Millionaire
Daryl Davis
Musician and activist known for engaging Klan members
Episode: How One Man Inspired 200 KKK Members To Give Up Their Robes
Janae DuBose
Author and survivor from AUB, discussing her experiences growing up in a cult-like environment.
Author of 'In The Cult Next Door'
Episode: My Polygamous Father Exploited Religious AUB Rules to Terrorize Us
Emily Lee
Daughter of the current prophet David Watson, sharing her experiences growing up in the AUB.
Apostolic United Brethren
Episode: Daughter of a Polygamous Prophet: Secrets, Rage & Neglect in the AUB
Sarito Carroll
Author of 'In the Shadow of Enlightenment' and a survivor of the Rajneesh cult.
Episode: Surviving Childhood in the “Wild, Wild Country” Enlightenment Cult
Kevin James Thornton
Comedian and former member of a fundamentalist church
Episode: Growing Up Gay “In My Super Fundamentalist Christian Church”
Alissa Watson
Former Jehovah's Witness and YouTuber sharing her personal journey
At Home With Alissa
Episode: The Dark Side of Jehovah’s Witnesses: My Husband Refused to Let Me DIE Despite Blood Doctrine
Owen Morgan
YouTuber and expert on Jehovah's Witnesses
Telltale
Episode: How THIS Jehovah’s Witnesses Leader Aligned with Hitler in WWII ft. Owen Morgan Telltale
Bethany Leger
Former Jehovah's Witness and activist
Creator of Stop The Shunning
Episode: How Jehovah’s Witnesses Psychologically Tortured Me for 30 Years

Host

Shelise Ann Sola
Host of the podcast and a former devout Mormon and CSA survivor.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Informational

    Definitely appreciate this for the information and the awareness. I would like to say though that scamming ≠ witchcraft. Scamming is just scamming. You can USE witchcraft TO scam people just like you can use bitcoin to scam people.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bella Mystics
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good listen

    I’ve been listening since the beginning and I still get excited when I see a new episode. So educational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TJoy11
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome resource

    Shelise is an excellent interviewer. Very in- tune with her guests. she approaches every guest’s experiences with utter grace and empathy. She uses her own life lessons to relate to them on a deeper level than most other pods. Her & the hubby are the dynamic duo!🩵

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taralainee
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast for people with religious trauma

    While triggering topics are discussed, this podcast goes about dealing with them in a respectful manner and let's the guests tell it at their own pace and what they are comfortable sharing. I myself have religious trauma and this podcast has helped me feel less alone in my deconstruction as well as giving me hope in humanity that not all people are bad and some of us do make it out of the darkness

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cini B
    United States5 months ago
  • 10/10

    amazing show ! educational and entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marian Marko
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the educational and supportive nature of the content, highlighting the thoughtful approach to sensitive topics.
Criticism occasionally surfaces regarding the handling of certain topics, though it is outweighed by the positive reception of the podcast's heartfelt mission.
Feedback indicates that this podcast serves as a vital resource for those dealing with religious trauma and high-control group experiences.
Many praise the host's empathetic interviewing style, which helps guests share their stories comfortably.
Community engagement is viewed positively, with many feeling a sense of belonging through shared experiences.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#184
Mexico/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#220
Ireland/Society & Culture

Talking Points

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Predatory Vampyre Cult Leader Exploits Vulnerable High Priestess on Altar
Q: Is there a specific ritual to achieve a goal, or is it just people gathering to celebrate?
There is always a ritual in every event, and Babylon was used for personal gains in addition to the group's collective rituals.
Predatory Vampyre Cult Leader Exploits Vulnerable High Priestess on Altar
Q: Has there been anything that you haven't expected to happen after the release of your episodes?
Both Ashra and Khassa shared that they received unexpected support from people who were inspired to find their freedom.
High Priestess Exposes Insidious Vampyre Cult Leader ft. Khassa
Q: What were the expectations of being a submissive to him?
Once the collar was on, he would very often just come and grab me right in between my legs all the time.
High Priestess Exposes Insidious Vampyre Cult Leader ft. Khassa
Q: What led you to this point of getting entangled with Father Sebastiaan?
I think I felt outcasted pretty young, raised in a predominantly Irish Catholic town as the only ethnic witch.
Lebaron Polygamist Cult: How She Became a 15 yr Old Plural Wife in Mexico (Living in a Sheep Pen)
Q: Can you talk to everybody what it was like trying to escape into the United States without proper documentation?
It involved navigating many challenges, including feeling fear and navigating the border with minimal resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cults to Consciousness

What is Cults to Consciousness about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring personal journeys of liberation, this podcast offers profound survivor stories from individuals who have escaped high-control groups and coercive environments. Episodes feature guests from diverse backgrounds, sharing their experiences with emotional and physical abuse, manipulation, and the quest for autonomy. The discussions provide a platform not merely to recount suffering but to promote healing, understanding, and advocacy for those marginalized by mainstream narratives. Notably, the hosts emphasize compassion and accountability over anti-religious sentiments, fostering a supportive community around shared experiences of trauma and recovery. This unique approach, paired with engaging interviews, helps listeners gain insight i... more

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7. Alissa Watson
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