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The Cult Vault

Vault Productions
Coercive Control
Cults
True Crime
Mental Health
Jehovah's Witnesses
Scientology
Cult Dynamics
Child Abuse
Domestic Violence
Unification Church
Synanon
ISKCON
Narcissism
Crimecon UK
Abuse
Human Trafficking
Children Of God
Assemblies Of God
Krishna
EDUCO

Award Nominated Podcast. Long-Form Interview-Based Show Focusing on True Testimonies of Cult Survivors & Experts. Also Features Deep-Dive Research Episodes.

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Religion & SpiritualityTrue Crime

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Latest Episodes

In this compelling interview, actor and filmmaker Emrhys Cooper shares his personal journey through childhood experiences with high-control groups, his role in Coronation Street portraying a cult leader, and his advocacy work with the Family Survival... more

In this episode of the Cult Vault podcast, host Kacey engages with Lucas Wilson, a researcher and author, to discuss his experiences with white Christian nationalism, conversion therapy, and the complexities of queer identity within evangelical conte... more

In this episode of the Cult Vault Podcast, host Kacey speaks with Brittany, a writer who shares her journey of overcoming dyslexia to write her book, 'Whispers in the Cradle.' Brittany discusses the dark origins of nursery rhymes, the true crime elem... more

In this episode, Michael shares his journey from a seeker of spirituality to becoming involved in a cult. He discusses his life before the cult, the allure of enlightenment, and the psychological manipulation involved in cult dynamics. Michael emphas... more

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Recent Guests

Emrhys Cooper
Actor and filmmaker, known for Coronation Street storyline involving coercive cult leader; activist focused on coercive control
Actor/Filmmaker; ambassador for The Family Survival Trust
Episode: Control, Identity & Performance: A Conversation with Emrhys Cooper
Lucas Wilson
Researcher focusing on white Christian nationalism and LGBTQ+ issues.
Episode: Faith and Sexuality: The Impact of Conversion Therapy
Dr. Bethany Usher
A Doctor of Journalism at Newcastle University, studying the history and ethics of crime journalism.
Newcastle University
Episode: The History of True Crime Journalism with Dr. Bethany Usher
Darren Mudd
Former Amway member and expert on MLMs
Episode: S3 E36 GET AWAY, AMWAY!
Bexy Cameron
Documentary maker, author, and survivor of the Children of God cult
Episode: CRIMECON COLLECTION: IN CONVERSATION WITH BEXY CAMERON
Elgen Strait
Former member of the Unification Church and host of the Falling Out podcast, dedicated to interviewing others who have escaped cults.
Falling Out podcast
Episode: CRIMECON COLLECTION: A LIVE TALK WITH ELGEN STRAIT - THE UNIFICATION CHURCH
Sarito Carroll
Former child member of the OSHO Rajneesh cult and author
Episode: S3 E35 The Hidden Children of OSHO: A Conversation with Sarito Carroll
Wendy Baker
Author of the memoir 'My Name Was Mushroom' and a former member of the Source Family.
Episode: S3 E32 The Source Family: In Conversation with Father Yod's Daughter-in-Law
Beth Granger
Cult survivor and author
Episode: S3 E31 Born and Razed: In Conversation with Beth Granger

Hosts

Kacey
Host of The Cult Vault Podcast with a focus on survivor stories and cult dynamics.
Casey
Host of The Cult Vault Podcast, frequently guiding long-form conversations with survivors and experts.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 464 ratings
  • An honest shame.

    I feel like the passion and knowledge was there and as much as I wanted to learn & come along this journey (tried listening to the witch hunting episode) I just couldn’t bc of the tonality, diction, and honestly personality, or lack there of. I mean, I was really interested in the subject matter and yet I felt bored to tears. I really tried too. I got halfway through and just threw in the towel. It felt like a bad lecture hall and I was just waiting for the lame quiz to come after. Maybe some pe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    That_B_LG
    United States9 months ago
  • Interesting subject

    The psychology of cults is fascinating and this podcast gives a comprehensive look at the many cults out there. It’s interesting to hear survivors experiences but the host needs to listen more and talk less. People are relaying their trauma and need to be listened to, not interrupted.

    It seems like the host has a script of questions they want to ask and feels they must ask them regardless of where the conversation is going, this can lead to quite jarring direction changes and mid-sentence inte... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    wwkcd
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Nice show, deafening ads

    I love a cult podcast, and I think the interviews are very interesting. But the number of times I’ve been jump scared by randomly inserted deafening ads makes this show hard to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kaci T.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great long form interviews

    Great podcast about cults with many interesting interviews and well done. Thank you for your hard work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S. Irving
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you

    I’ve never been more proud of anything I’ve done in my life. Thank you for having me on your podcast. Thank you for this channel for survivors of CEDU to slowly wake up and find each other. #iseeyousurvivor #iseeyouCEDUsurvivors

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bunntown
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise thoughtful, compassionate interviewing and the breadth of survivor-focused stories.
Some listeners feel the host talks too much and interrupts guests, affecting flow.
Episodes with exclusive survivor perspectives are often cited as particularly impactful.
Quality production and long-form interviews are frequently highlighted as strengths.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Control, Identity & Performance: A Conversation with Emrhys Cooper
Q: What changes do you hope to see in laws around coercive control, given your advocacy work?
He emphasizes the need to expand and improve laws to protect victims in non-traditional contexts, highlighting a current gap in addressing coercive control in spiritual and social environments.
Control, Identity & Performance: A Conversation with Emrhys Cooper
Q: What inspired the Dishuru Retreat film project and what was the writing process like?
The project emerged from a two-year burning idea, developed with his husband; the writing took about three months and became a cathartic, healing experience reflecting truths about manipulation and personal growth.
Control, Identity & Performance: A Conversation with Emrhys Cooper
Q: How did you approach playing Rowan, a charismatic cult leader, given your personal connections to the subject?
He describes resisting a traditional villain portrayal, focusing on the nuanced psychology of coercive control, drawing from personal discussions with his father and extensive research to portray duality and humanity within the character.
Control, Identity & Performance: A Conversation with Emrhys Cooper
Q: Would you mind sharing some of those experiences with us today and how they shaped your childhood?
Emrhys explains growing up with spiritually inclined but potentially manipulative family dynamics, how boundaries were blurred, and how these experiences informed his empathy and approach to portraying coercive control in art and advocacy.
Uncovering the Dark Side of English Nursery Rhymes
Q: So what advice do you have for any listeners who are thinking about either starting their writing journey or trying to get their work published?
I would say definitely do your research. If you're looking for a publisher, research your publisher. Start writing. Even if it's in a little journal, write down your idea and then go from there.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cult Vault

What is The Cult Vault about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-form interview series focused on personal testimonies from cult survivors and expert analysis from researchers and practitioners. Episodes frequently explore topics like coercive control, trauma recovery, and the ethics of true crime storytelling, often weaving together survivor narratives with academic perspectives and investigative context. The show stands out for its compassionate interviewing style, deep-dive research, and willingness to tackle uncomfortable historical and social issues, including religious sects, MLMs, and high-control groups. It may be especially compelling for listeners who want nuanced discussions that balance survivor voices with scholarly insight, though some listeners note room for tighter editing and more... more

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3. Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Belief, and Manipulation
4. The Cult Next Door
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Recent guests on The Cult Vault include:

1. Emrhys Cooper
2. Lucas Wilson
3. Dr. Bethany Usher
4. Darren Mudd
5. Bexy Cameron
6. Elgen Strait
7. Sarito Carroll
8. Wendy Baker

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