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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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Alexandra struggled with her parents’ treatment of her, as well as suffering SA which led to a deterioration of her mental health. When she asked her parents for help, she was either dismissed or laughed at. When she was finally given some psychiatri... more

Alexandra struggled with her parents’ treatment of her, as well as suffering SA which led to a deterioration of her mental health. Her parents then took drastic measures by paying for her to be kidnapped and taken to a wilderness camp in the dead of ... more

Raised in the “Holy War” and recruited as a soldier for Jesus, Philip Boltz, son of famous Christian singer Ray Boltz, was deeply invested in changing the world. He went on multiple mission trips abroad, ready to give everything, including his life f... more

Liz Boltz Ranfeld, who was featured in the recent Shiny Happy People 2 documentary, was fully immersed in the “Teen Mania” lifestyle. She went on several overseas mission-trips that caused more fear and guilt due to the inability to faith heal on the... more

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Recent Guests

Liz Boltz Ranfeld
Contributor to the Shiny Happy People 2 documentary and a former participant in Teen Mania events.
Episode: Saved or Shattered? A Teenager’s Descent Into Evangelical Extremism
Sochil Martin
Survivor of La Luz Del Mundo, activist against institutional abuse
Episode: How She Helped TAKE DOWN Pedo Cult Leader of the La Luz Del Mundo
Danny Rensch
Co-Founder of chess.com
chess.com
Episode: 9 yr Old Forced by Cult to Become Chess Master to Convert the World (ft. Danny Rensch)
Mandi P
Expert on child safety and communication, former CSA survivor.
Mandi P Talks Predators
Episode: CSA Survivor Reveals How To Help Your Children Avoid Predators
Sarah Hartshorne
Former contestant on America's Next Top Model and author
Episode: Manipulation Tactics & Identity Control: The Disturbing “Reality” Behind America's Next Top Model
Mandi Pagliarini
Survivor and speaker on abusive practices in AA groups
Episode: How Cult Masquerading as AA Group Preyed on & Trafficked Vulnerable Teens
Kyle Fisher
A participant in the discussion regarding Tim Ballard
Episode: Tim Ballard Claims RITUAL SATANlSM Happening in LDS Church (yet still fully believes)
Rosi Quartz
A former pastor's daughter who shares her experiences leaving the Seventh-Day Adventist Church and navigating her identity and sexuality afterward.
Episode: Seventh-Day Adventism: Uncovering My Mother’s Suspicious Death
Carrie Saum
Survivor of Teen Mania's Honor Academy and featured in the documentary 'Shiny Happy People 2'
Episode: “Internship” From Hell at Torturous Christian Extremist Honor Academy

Host

Shelise Ann Sola
Former devout Mormon and CSA survivor, host, and empathetic interviewer who approaches guests' experiences with grace and understanding.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Cult

    Interesting topic but delivery is poor. In their enthusiasm … which is understandable.., they speak too fast, talk over each other. Delivery and flow of information is negatively affected. But keep on trying to improve!!!! These topics need the exposure you are poised to bring to it!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    184AB
    United Statesa month ago
  • Would improve with editing

    This show has so much potential! But it needs some serious editing. Often the interview goes off topic or astray and the questions don’t get answered and the interviewee repeats themselves. It’s possible the YouTube interview is better, but I’m not interested in watching.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    hmellis
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you!

    Thank you all for sharing! So brave! Love from Sweden

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Telefon82
    Sweden2 months ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    Great host, amazing guests, insightful and inspiring. I really enjoyed the episode about TwinRay.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fairness and Truth
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Please carry on. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iBen1066
    Germany4 months ago

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Some listeners express a desire for more content focusing on specific religious or cultural groups.
The podcast is praised for its engaging content and diverse range of survivor stories.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful approach and empathetic interviewing style of the hosts.
Many find the insights shared in the conversations to be educational and enlightening, helping to foster understanding about the complexities of high-control environments.
There are positive reactions regarding the respectful handling of triggering topics related to trauma.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#247
United States/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#234
Canada/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#239
Australia/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#207
Sweden/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#237
Norway/Society & Culture

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Teen Mission for Martyrdom: How Superstar Mega-Pastor Glorified Avoidable Medical Neglect Abroad
Q: How do you process the traumatic experience you went through during your mission trip?
It involves recognizing the patterns and systems that led to such experiences and understanding the potential long-term effects on mental health.
Teen Mission for Martyrdom: How Superstar Mega-Pastor Glorified Avoidable Medical Neglect Abroad
Q: What are your thoughts on the impact of mission trips and the effectiveness of helping communities?
Philosophical discussions continue regarding whether mission trips primarily serve the participants rather than the communities they aim to help, which raises ethical concerns.
Manipulation Tactics & Identity Control: The Disturbing “Reality” Behind America's Next Top Model
Q: Did you find that the book was therapeutic?
Yes, writing about my traumatic experiences has been incredibly therapeutic.
Manipulation Tactics & Identity Control: The Disturbing “Reality” Behind America's Next Top Model
Q: So in your mind, what are the top reasons that you feel that ANTM is a cult or behaved like a cult?
One part of it is the repetitive language they used to make you feel powerless and under control.
How Cult Masquerading as AA Group Preyed on & Trafficked Vulnerable Teens
Q: What did your parents say about this when you went home and you told them, I found the group I need to go to?
They were shocked at my willingness to listen to someone else, given our past issues, and ultimately allowed me to go because they thought it was a good solution.

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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?

Focusing on the nuanced experiences of individuals who have emerged from high-control groups, this podcast features survivor stories that emphasize the emotional, psychological, and sometimes physical challenges faced while reclaiming their independence. Each episode typically showcases in-depth conversations with former members of various organizations, including religious sects, spiritual communities, and abusive personal relationships. The hosts approach sensitive topics such as child sexual abuse, emotional manipulation, and the complexities of healing from trauma with empathy and respect. This podcast is especially valuable for listeners interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of coercive environments, the personal journeys... more

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Recent guests on Cults to Consciousness include:

1. Liz Boltz Ranfeld
2. Sochil Martin
3. Danny Rensch
4. Mandi P
5. Sarah Hartshorne
6. Mandi Pagliarini
7. Kyle Fisher
8. Rosi Quartz

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