Sounds Like A Cult
Studio71Putting 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 | 226 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationSociety & Culture | |||
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If you thought conversion therapy disappeared sometime around low-rise jeans and flip phones, you'd be very, very wrong. This week, Amanda and Reese are joined by Timothy S. Rodriguez (@timothy.s.rodriguez), author of Conversion Therapy Dropout, to e... more
She's blonde. She's patriotic. She's wearing a Bible verse on her T-shirt while telling immigrants to go back where they came from. She's voting for Trump. This week we're revisiting our episode on The Cult of Women for Trump, with a new introduction... more
Today's episode is brought to you by Incognito Mode. This week, Amanda, Reese, and Iman descend into one of the internet's strangest corners: The Cult of Gooning. Joined by journalist Daniel Kolitz (@daniel.kolitz), author of Harper's viral feature T... more
You're not controlling, you're a 1. You're not dramatic, you're a 4. You're not avoiding your problems, you're a 7. This week, certified 3's, Reese and Iman investigate the cult of the Enneagram, where a mysterious set of numbers has convinced millio... more
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- Smart and fun analysis
It’s such a smart group of women who get together and dissect some of the biggest stories and topics in our society - but presented in a way that feels like you’re hanging with your friends. I love it!
Apple Podcasts5Acappellafan2234
United Statesa month ago - Basic
I was excited about finding a new, at least to me, cult podcast, but I think this one is for the basic girls out there. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but the interviews and all the information is very “over culture”. But I get it. The host is a former beauty editor so I think that’s the audience. I was just looking for something a little more… authentic.
Apple Podcasts2PlantspiritUnited Statesa month ago - So Inspiring!
This podcast has given me a total confidence that the next generation of women is going to rule the world! You are so articulate, intelligent, and inspiring to listen to. I absolutely love this podcast.
Apple Podcasts5catwalkkellyUnited Statesa month ago - The get together
Dreadful beyond belief. If two women wish to get together to chew the fat, have a cheeky glass and try to create some kind of addictive podcast then stop trying to be funny. Serious subjects require serious chat and not self styled ego trips. Totally dreadful
Apple Podcasts1eyeontheball28
United Kingdom2 months ago - i love this show
these girls are hilarious. Never stop joking about Christianity either. I love it here.
Apple Podcasts5kaytee_02
Canada2 months ago
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Spotify | #25 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #150 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #117 | Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #245 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #223 |  Australia/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #75 |  Chile/Society & Culture |
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What is Sounds Like A Cult about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A sharp, often witty examination of how groups or communities show cult-like dynamics, using culture and current trends as lenses. Episodes blend personal narratives, scholarly context, and critical analysis to unpack rituals, hierarchies, and belonging in everything from fitness movements to online communities and political movements. The show tends to spotlight firsthand experiences from insiders and researchers, and frequently pairs rigorous critique with accessible storytelling and timely cross-promotions. A standout trait is its willingness to label and analyze mainstream cultural phenomena as potentially cultish, while still acknowledging openness and community within these worlds. This approach makes it useful for listeners curious a... more
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Recent guests on Sounds Like A Cult include:
1. Daniel Kolitz
2. Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober
3. Dr. Mikhail Varshavsky
4. Anna Camp
5. Dara Lane
6. Amanda Kohr
7. Danny Rensch
8. Anne Helen Petersen
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