
The Turning: River Road (Season 3) is about Lindsay Tornambe who at 13 years old, was chosen by the leader of her family’s cult for a special role. She became one of the youngest Maidens of River Road Fellowship in rural Minnesota. After a ritualistic ceremony that married her and other girls to their leader, she endured more than a decade of mental and physical abuse, hidden from outsiders.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 42 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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Christa was born into River Road Fellowship. In our final conversation, she remembers how she first realized she was in a cult, and tells us parts of the story we haven’t covered yet.
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A year and a half after our first interview, we sit down with Lindsay one last time to ask her the questions you’ve been wondering about.
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PART TEN - “There were moments when I remember being in such a dark place, feeling so hopeless, and the curiosity of the next day I think helped keep me going. It doesn't matter how dark the day is. Just be curious about tomorrow.”
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Great podcast, such an interesting (and sad) story. Just wish the ads had transitions from the main episode - it’s hard to tell what is the podcast and what is an ad at times.
As a survivor of a cult {really a few different survivor demographics} it was so validating, caring, non-triggering and thoughtful. Thank you for bringing this story to us. 💜
I like the podcast, very insightful and informative. I’ve learned a lot just listening to these women’s experiences and I’ve also found myself questioning the true intentions of others. I will say though, there are waaayyy too many commercials, I feel like there are more commercials than the actual content of the podcast.
Gripping stories with rich and complicated subjects, compassionately told, excellently paced, and beautifully sound designed. A superb listening experience.
Such good storytelling. A cautionary tale for the ages. Lindsey is the epitome of COURAGE. I’m so sorry for all that she and the others had to go through but am grateful that she is here to show us what reclaiming one’s story and life looks like. So many blessings to you, Lindsey and your sweet, sweet daughter.
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This series offers a profound look into the traumatic world of a young girl raised within a cult in rural Minnesota. The narrative centers on Lindsay Tornambe, who, at just 13 years old, was chosen as one of the Maidens by the cult leader, Victor Bernard, leading her into a life shaped by manipulation, emotional abuse, and oppressive rituals. The show's episodes intricately explore themes of psychological control, the complexities of cult dynamics, and the struggle for autonomy amidst fear and emotional turmoil. Notably, it provides listeners with a gripping blend of personal testimony and investigation into the cult's practices, culminating in Lindsay's courageous escape and the subsequent unravelling of the cult's secrets. Through vivid s... more
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