
Putting the “cult” in culture… Do you think SoulCycle is a cult? What about the Royal Family? What about Disney Adults? Or spiritual influencers? Is Instagram itself a cult? We’re Sounds Like A Cult, an iHeart Radio Award-winning podcast that analyzes a different fanatical group every week to try and answer the big question: This ~sounds~ like a cult, but is it really? Created and hosted by New Yo... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 209 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Clear your schedule and roll out your mat… because this week Chelsea & Amanda and special guest Dr. Adam McAtee (@adammcateepilates) are diving into the meticulously controlled universe of Pilates. Originally developed by Joseph Pilates as a method t... more
This week, Amanda, Reese, and Chelsea are joined by writer and comedian Akilah Hughes (@akilahh) to unpack The Cult of Joe Rogan, the podcast empire that’s convinced millions it’s the last bastion of free thought while quietly shaping how they see sc... more
Clutch your pearls and cancel your plans, because this week Sounds Like A Cult is getting spicy. We’re welcoming our brand new co-host Iman Hariri-Kia (@imanharirikia), romance author, cultural critic, and certified defender of the genre, to break do... more
This week, Chelsea is joined by culture critic and internet oracle Tefi Pessoa (@hellotefi) to take on The Cult of Bad Bunny… a global superstar whose fandom blurs the line between pop icon, political symbol, and cultural lightning rod. We’re unpacki... more
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I always look forward to these podcasts each week! I love the cross between the exploring the psychology of people with pop culture. I feel like I learn a little more about myself each episode and those around me!
I used to listen to this podcast a lot. Then I realized any of my comments on Spotify I left that slightly disagreed with the hosts, were left on review and never published. They do not ask hard questions to their guests or hold them accountable for their views when harmful. They treat addiction like it's funny and just a part of culture and not like the illness it truly is. I can appreciate differing viewpoints but if you control the narrative in the comments, especially for a podcast about cul... more
…Truthfully had me in tears with laughter. I have been majorly enjoying this new-to-me podcast recently… tysm 🙏
Love this podcast! Would you consider an episode on the cult of birkin bags? I’m fascinated with how Hermes makes it so difficult to buy one; I heard recently that the staff googles potential clients’ addresses to determine if they’re fit to carry their bags! There’s also a whole world on TikTok of shops reselling them. Anyway, could be an interesting topic! Thanks for the all the work y’all do to bring us this fascinating podcast!
I’d been a listener for a long time, was a Patreon supporter, and have recommended this podcast to countless friends, but I can now no longer listen to this podcast.
I’d been increasingly disappointed in the overall lack of research and/or nuanced discussion in the more recent SLAC episodes, and the posturing of SLAC hosts as “scholars” or “experts” when the depth of discussion is mostly surface level.
But the recent “Cult of ChatGPT” episode crossed a line. Not only did it completely miss t... more
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Exploring the intersections of modern culture and cult-like behavior, the content invites listeners to consider if various aspects of society, such as fitness fads, celebrity worship, or even social media, have cult-like elements. Each episode typically features a different group or phenomenon, analyzed through humorous yet insightful conversations among the hosts and occasional guests, making complex societal issues relatable and engaging. Expect a blend of critique, personal anecdotes, and societal commentary that aims to entertain while promoting critical thinking about the communities and trends in today's world.
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2. Alexa Martin
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