Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Belief, and Manipulation
Exactly Right and iHeartPodcastsTrust Me is a weekly interview podcast about cults, extreme belief, and the fine line between devotion and delusion—told through firsthand accounts from the people who lived it. Hosted by two women who’ve been in cults themselves, Lola Blanc and Meagan Elizabeth, the show features survivors from groups like Heaven’s Gate, the Manson Family, NXIVM, OneTaste and more–sharing personal stories of how ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 253 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureTrue Crime | |||
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This week, Dan Olson of the YouTube channel Folding Ideas joins the show for a deep dive into crypto, NFTs, and why so many of these spaces start to feel less like finance and more like belief systems. He breaks down the history of Bitcoin, what cryp... more
This week is part two with Liz Cameron, author of Cult Bride and survivor of Korean religious group Jesus Morning Star, also known as JMS. Last week she discussed the slow process of indoctrination into the group, and this week Liz shares how she lea... more
This week is part one with Liz Cameron, survivor of South Korean religious sect Jesus Morning Star (aka JMS, aka Providence), and author of Cult Bride: How I Was Brainwashed – and How I Broke Free. She explains how her entry into JMS began with being... more
This week we’re back with Martina Castro, creator of new Exactly Right podcast Two Faced: John of God, a series about John of God, the famous Brazilian “healer” and “psychic surgeon.” Last week she explained John of God’s so-called healings and docto... more
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- Great show!
I’ve been listening since they joined ERM and I don’t want to say it’s been a pleasure . . . but this is a great show that is really elevated by the hosts deep understanding of high control tactics. Highly recommend!!
Apple Podcasts5Dovie11
United States6 days ago - Almost Through the Catalog
Learned about this podcast when they joined exactly right and I’m almost done listening all the way back to the beginning. Love hearing people’s stories and the understanding that comes from the hosts’ perspectives. Balance of serious content and finding the joy perfect.
Apple Podcasts5Study Buddy 95United States6 days ago - Great show!
Very interesting content from a very interesting perspective.
Meagan is the best. She told me to say that. This is not an AI paid advertisement.
Apple Podcasts5USCfightonUnited States16 days ago - Love this Podcast!
I tell everyone I know to listen to Lola and Meagan. It’s crucial to know about things like this going on in the world. It’s important to remember that we’re all susceptible to high control groups/cults/etc. The more we can hear and learn from others, the more we can protect ourselves from being manipulated. This podcast is honest and creates such a wonderful space for people to share their experiences. Thank you for all you do!
Apple Podcasts5Alee PortUnited States17 days ago - Trust Me this is a great podcast
Hello ladies! Welcome to the ERM family!!!
I am loving your podcast and the stories you are bringing to my ears! Keep up the amazing work.. I look forward to many more episodes!
Apple Podcasts4Roxie227United States21 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #173 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #96 |  Finland/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #133 |  Russia/Society & Culture |
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Apple Podcasts | #186 |  Israel/Society & Culture |
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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The content focuses on the intricate dynamics of cults and extreme beliefs, highlighting firsthand accounts from survivors who share their personal journeys within various high-control groups. With hosts who have their own experiences in cults, the discussions offer a unique perspective on the psychology of belief, manipulation, and the challenges of breaking free from these organizations. The show features notable conversations with former members of infamous cults, as well as experts who provide insights into topics such as groupthink and the allure of charismatic leaders, ensuring a blend of education and empathy. What sets this podcast apart is its compassionate approach, using humor and personal stories to tackle the often dark and com... more
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this podcast launched 5 years ago and published 253 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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1. Liz Cameron
2. Martina Castro
3. Parvati Shallow
4. Jenny Eliscu
5. Jonathan Hirsch
6. David Farrier
7. Jess Rothschild
8. Elana Auerbach
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