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Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
Oneschool Global
Workplace Safety
Family Separation
Sam Keast
Mental Health
Rapid Relief Team
Vision Foundation
Construction Industry
Strive 25
Fundraising Practices
Worksafe Victoria
Mental Health Awareness
Surveillance
Education System
Bruce Hales
Financial Transparency
Affinity Fraud
Higher Education
Fraud

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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Dan Torky
Local Liberal candidate
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Damian Hastie
Expert critiquing the operations of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
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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.
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Episode: Get A Life Ep. 143 with Ian Arbon and Rebecca Stott re Aberdeen
Mark Storry
Ex-member of the Exclusive Brethren who shares his personal story and experiences
Episode: Get A life Ep. 142 with Mark Storry
Lindy Jacomb
Founder of Olive Leaf Network, assists people leaving high-demand religious groups.
Olive Leaf Network
Episode: Get A Life Ep.137 Spiritual abuse/ Religious trauma with Lindy Jacomb, Sam Sellers and Dennis Wragge
Sam Sellers
Religious trauma therapist from Australia.
Religious Trauma Collective
Episode: Get A Life Ep.137 Spiritual abuse/ Religious trauma with Lindy Jacomb, Sam Sellers and Dennis Wragge
Dennis Wragge
Former member of the Brethren and shares personal experiences regarding faith transition.
Episode: Get A Life Ep.137 Spiritual abuse/ Religious trauma with Lindy Jacomb, Sam Sellers and Dennis Wragge
Steve Simmons
A returning guest who exposes ongoing fraudulent activities and church manipulations.
Episode: Get A Life Podcast Ep. 136: How Bruce Defrauds the UK Government featuring Steve Simmons, Richard Garrett and David Ovenden

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Cheryl Hope
Host of discussions with former members of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, focusing on their experiences and healing journeys after leaving the cult.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Please listen

    I was in the cult and just found this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RDE87hube
    New Zealand5 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 Statesa year 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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Get A Life Ep. 146 with Dawson: Ex Plymouth Brethren Christian Church member
Q: What life inside the PBCC looked like for you?
Dawson describes it as a very, very controlling cult, with overwhelming brainwashing and strict limitations on members' freedom and beliefs.
Get A Life Ep. 135 with Guest Tim B. OneSchool Global Teacher
Q: What restrictions did you face inside there that you wouldn't face in a normal school?
There were strict limitations on resources, materials, and discussions around various topics not aligned with the Brethren ethos.
Get A Life Ep. 135 with Guest Tim B. OneSchool Global Teacher
Q: Was there anything that seemed off when you first started? What was your first impression?
Initially, the school appeared well-funded and had nice facilities, but there was an underlying secrecy and restriction on discussions with students.
Get A Life Ep. 132 with guest Guy Wilson
Q: What advice would you give to those insiders that are listening right now and getting ready to leave?
Get your ducks lined up in a row. Talk to people who are out while you're still in.

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