
A podcast about cults, coercive control and recovery. Formerly called the Sensibly Speaking podcast, in this weekly show host Chris Shelton interviews cult survivors, psychologists and other professionals and specialists about the topics of cult recruitment, retention and recovery. This also includes non-religious cults and extreme political movements including the more divisive elements of MAGA a... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityEducation | |||

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Chris you’re amazing thank you for the podcast I’ve learnt so much !!
Chris is such a kind soul, he exudes his curiosity and determination to get to the bottom of issues. I admire his bravery. If you’re interested in deep conversations about corrupt religions - this is your place!
Always equally well-researched, patient, and entertaining. Truly a pleasant and comforting listen!
I love the approach Chris takes to question, explore and bring some good old fashioned critical thinking to the whole field of culty recovery and deconstruction. We get to learn these lessons or relive them … this podcast is a must follow if you are looking to understand the mind set and implications of culty manipulation and control.
Long time listener. I really enjoy this thoughtful podcast. It sounds like you owe Aaron an apology. Extra star for you if you do because that would be the classy move.
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Focused on the themes surrounding cults, coercive control, and recovery, the content is enriched with interviews featuring cult survivors, psychologists, and experts who share insights on various aspects of cult dynamics. This podcast goes beyond traditional religious contexts, exploring non-religious and extreme political movements, including the divisive elements of MAGA and social issues from both left and right perspectives. The discussions prioritize respect and understanding, even when addressing controversial beliefs and actions, making it a unique resource for listeners interested in psychological insights and personal stories of recovery from coercive environments.
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Speaking of Cults launched 11 years ago and published 300 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Speaking of Cults include:
1. Clint Heacock
2. Ben Eisenberg
3. Cheryl Hope
4. Richard Marsh
5. Mitch Brisker
6. Rachel Bernstein
7. Patty Moher
8. Zach Elwood
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