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Get A Life - Ex-Cult Conversations

Get A Life Podcast
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
Bruce Hales
Rapid Relief Team
Mental Health
Child Sexual Abuse
Oneschool Global
Family Separation
Exclusive Brethren
Workplace Safety
Cult Dynamics
Australian Taxation Office
Universal Business Team
Christianity
Sam Keast
Cult Behavior
Transgender Identity
Survivor Stories
Australia
Vision Foundation
Surveillance

Listen in on conversations with former members of the PBCC. Ex-members open a window into one of the world's most powerful and influential cult and it's links to the Conservatives, crime, corruption and pedophilia. Discussions peel back the hidden layers within these cults and reveal the real trauma that occurs behind closed doors. Join members on their journey toward understanding, healing and pe... more

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Chris Shelton joins us and we put Scientology next to the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church and hold them there long enough for the similarities to speak for themselves. Two groups with no shared origin still enforce the same rules in real life — le... more

A lead investigator drove four hours to Maple Creek to speak to the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church about abuse allegations.He knocked on doors. No one answered.He went to Tim Bond’s business. “In a meeting.”He came back. Tim unavailable.A week la... more

This video compares real footage of a Plymouth Brethren Christian Church meeting hall in London with scenes from the Netflix series Unchosen. What shows up isn’t a vague resemblance — it’s a direct match.Watch closely and you’ll see it — a large slid... more

In this issue of Lady Whistleblown’s Brethren Dispatch, we look at a question that has remained unanswered for years — where are the teachers?For decades, teachers working within OneSchool Global and Brethren schools have been in a unique position — ... more

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Richard Marsh
Former PBCC member and podcast participant
Get A Life Podcast / Ex-Cult Conversations
Episode: Get A Life Ep.167 Plymouth Brethren Christian Church Rapid Relief Team v Bawtinheimer Lawsuit Update
Maria Esguerra
Psychologist and survivor, works with Olive Leaf Network
Olive Leaf Network
Episode: Get A Life Ep.166 with Psychologist Maria Esguerra- Child Sexual Abuse in Cults Explained
Peter Harrison
Former PBCC member who shares his life story and experiences
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC)
Episode: Get A Life Ep.165 with Guest Peter Harrison: Former Plymouth Brethren Christian Church Member
Dawson Ching
Former PBCC member; interviewee sharing experiences growing up in PBCC and life after leaving
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC)
Episode: Get A Life Ep.164: Ex Plymouth Brethren Christian Church member Dawson Ching PART 2
Jolie Cooper
Former member of the PBCC and advocate for transgender rights
Episode: Get A Life Ep. 157 with Ex- Plymouth Brethren Christian Church Member Jolie Cooper
Dan Torky
Local Liberal candidate
Episode: Inside story: Plymouth Brethren Christian Church Illegal Australian 2025 Election Campaign
Damian Hastie
Expert critiquing the operations of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
Brethren Exposed
Episode: Get A Life Ep.145 Rapid Relief Team: Where's the compassion with guest Damian Hastie
Rebecca Stott
Ex-member of the Brethren and author of 'In The Days Of Rain, A Daughter, A Father and A Cult'
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Episode: Get A Life Ep. 143 with Ian Arbon and Rebecca Stott re Aberdeen
Ian Arbon
Former member present at the Aberdeen meeting with significant memories.
Ex-member
Episode: Get A Life Ep. 143 with Ian Arbon and Rebecca Stott re Aberdeen

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Cheryl Hope
Cheryl Hope, a prominent host, is a former member of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC) and actively discusses her experiences, trauma, and ongoing journey after leaving the cult. She frequently addresses core issues related to accountability within organizations like PBCC, sharing insights from her own past, and advocating for transparency and support for survivors.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Exclusive BS Cult

    I lived in an area where the brethren had a large presence, for a community that didn’t vote or believe in paying tax , they definitely took part in the process of democracy and attempting to affect our schools and public ammenities..

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Navy_Girl69
    Australia4 months ago
  • Please listen

    I was in the cult and just found this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RDE87hube
    New Zealand9 months ago
  • This podcast is so helpful.

    This podcast is so helpful. It documents the generational damage that comes from a group’s coercive control.

    Separating families, shaming, spying on, silencing, and tearing down the health and welfare of every human they touched all in the name of being good with a higher power.

    This podcast and the amazing book discussed in episode 127 is something you will not want to miss.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eeOfficeManager
    United States2 years ago
  • Just about time

    Thank you Cheryl, Carmen, Richard, and everyone. This is a very much needed change for our society starting one cult at a time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Xltf2&9
    Canada3 years ago

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Feedback often highlights the educational aspects of the discussions, noting the importance of transparency and accountability in addressing cult-related issues.
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Inside the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church: When Bruce Hales Came to Stay
Q: What happened during Bruce Hales's visit to Zurich and how did it affect the community?
The guest explains that Hales's visit triggered a flurry of rules, renovations, and social reshuffling aimed at presenting him as a figure of divine authority, with lasting disruption to local relationships and governance.
Get A Life Ep.162 Part 1: Thieves in the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church and Audio of Bruce Hales
Q: So, Richard, what do you think about the implications of the voluntary disclosure and massive ATO refund?
If the other areas actually show fraud in rapid relief team or actual charitable bodies, they would be very likely to lose their charitable status.
Get A Life Ep.162 Part 1: Thieves in the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church and Audio of Bruce Hales
Q: Richard, explain to me if they're having to pay back the tax that they avoided, but the fringe benefits have already been taken, and they can't get those fringe benefits back, essentially?
They're now asking for more money from the members, so they're taking... The members are paying for this twice, essentially.
Get A Life Ep.159 with Jason Pittock Part 2- Leaving the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
Q: What would you say to Bruce?
Thank you for convincing me to leave. You did a really good job at it.
Get A Life Ep.159 with Jason Pittock Part 2- Leaving the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
Q: What would you say to those insiders in there right now that have their eyes open?
It's always a good time to do the right thing and make a decision, but you have to be considerate and plan. Everyone deserves a chance.

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Conversations feature individuals who have left a powerful and influential cult, delving into their experiences and the entrenched issues within the organization. Episodes explore topics such as the group's connection to political influences, particularly conservative movements, as well as their involvement in severe allegations including corruption and abuse. Noteworthy discussions revolve around personal trauma, healing journeys, and the systemic exploitation within the cult's structure, offering valuable insights for anyone interested in the intersection of faith, power, and personal recovery. Listeners gain a better understanding of the nuanced realities surrounding cult dynamics, survivor experiences, and the broader implications of hi... more

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