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What It Was Like

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Conversations with people who have lived through extreme events. Some stories are dark and twisted, others are light and funny. In all cases, we get an intimate portrait of 'what it was like' to be there.

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Robert Kerbeck was a broke actor when he stumbled into corporate espionage. His job was to trick low-level employees into divulging company secrets, which he sold for big money. In this episode, he explains what the work taught him about lying and th... more

Vanessa Mitchell thought she was buying the home of her dreams. Sure, it was a medieval prison for English peasants accused of witchcraft, but it was cute and within her price range. But then her possessions started vanishing and she found a mysterio... more

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Flor Edwards grew up in the Children of God, an authoritarian sect that taught its followers that the world would end in 1993. In this episode, she reflects on how it felt growing up expecting to die, and how the group responded when the apocalypse n... more

Lily Rose Lee was 21 when she accepted a ride from her friend’s father. She was 32 when she finally escaped his house, along with two other women. In this episode, Lily recounts what 11 years in captivity did to her body and mind, how she survived, a... more

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Flor Edwards
Author of Apocalypse Child, A Life in End Times
Episode: I Was Raised in a Cult Believing I'd be Dead by 12
Lily Rose Lee
Survivor of abduction and captivity
Episode: I Was Held Captive in This House for 11 Years
Vivian Conan
An 83-year-old woman from New York who has lived most of her life with dissociative identity disorder.
Episode: Saying Goodbye to My Multiple Personalities
Samantha Stites
A social worker who was stalked and kidnapped, now an advocate for victim awareness
Beekeepers Advocacy
Episode: I Was Kidnapped By My Stalker and Locked in a Bunker
Thomas Hargrove
Former investigative journalist and inventor of a mathematical model to identify serial killers.
Murder Accountability Project
Episode: The Man Using Maths to Find Serial Killers
Hugh Lockerby
Scottsdale detective assigned to the Robert William Fisher case
Scottsdale Police Department
Episode: The Hunt For A Killer Who Vanished
Dr. Gregory Smith
Survivor who lived in the Australian rainforest for 10 years, now a TED speaker and lecturer.
Southern Cross University
Episode: I Lived as a Hermit in the Australian Bush for 10 Years
Dawn Smith Jordan
Singer, songwriter, author, and speaker who is also the sister of abduction victim Shari Smith.
Episode: Catching My Sister's Killer (Classic)
Chris Smith
Individual in a romantic relationship with ChatGPT, named Sol
Episode: I Had an Affair With an AI Girlfriend

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Julian Morgans
Host of intimate conversations exploring extraordinary life experiences.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Arrogant Christmas Lights

    Stop giving a platform to arrogant, bully behavior. Dude with the Christmas lights needs to learn some respect if he ever wants some respect. Real Christians aren’t bullies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Isthistaken70
    United Statesa month ago
  • My Favourite podcast

    Subscribing to this podcast was worth every penny! I’m obsessed with it. Such fascinating stories and really well presented. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bonschmitty
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • A Beautifully Human Listening Experience

    Julian has such a rare gift as an interviewer. He isn’t just excited about a story, he searches for the heart of the person sitting across from him. There is an honesty in the way he listens that you can feel. He holds space for people with such generosity and grace, even when he’s talking to guests who have made questionable choices or live complicated lives. His curiosity is real. He never digs for drama. He is genuinely trying to understand another human being and the experience of what they ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Afb529
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it

    Love this show. The content is fascinating and I love how it’s put together and the interviewer. One of my faves

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    m mon
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Interesting topics but bad interviewing

    Topics are super interesting but I sadly can’t stand the interviewing style

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ChrissyDes
    Australia3 months ago

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Feedback on the diversity of topics is often positive, highlighting the wide range of human experiences being represented.
Listeners appreciate the emotional depth and honesty of the stories shared, often finding them fascinating and compelling.
Many praise the host's ability to create a safe space for guests to share their experiences authentically.
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I Was Raised in a Cult Believing I'd be Dead by 12
Q: At what point in your childhood did you start to feel a little more critical or think a little bit more critically about what was happening around you?
This came with age and the realization of inconsistencies in the teachings.
I Was Raised in a Cult Believing I'd be Dead by 12
Q: What does an average day look like for you?
Every hour was structured, including chores and teachings from Father David.
I Was Raised in a Cult Believing I'd be Dead by 12
Q: What was the prophecy?
The prophecy was that the world was going to end in 1993, and we were constantly told to prepare for this apocalypse.
I Was Raised in a Cult Believing I'd be Dead by 12
Q: So I wanna start with your earliest years growing up in California.
My parents were part of the cult, and we were always on the move, living in campgrounds and compounds.
I Was Held Captive in This House for 11 Years
Q: So how did this ordeal finally end?
He left the door unlocked, and we took the chance to escape when Amanda ran out to seek help from the police.

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Conversations reveal the intimate and often harrowing experiences of individuals who have faced extreme and extraordinary events in their lives. Each episode presents a unique narrative, blending somber realities with lighter moments, ultimately offering listeners a diverse understanding of human resilience and vulnerability. The podcast aims to highlight the personal stories behind significant societal issues or bizarre circumstances, making it compelling for those interested in human experiences that challenge norms and touch on deep emotional truths. Listeners can expect to engage with intricate tales that blend profound insights with a range of human emotions, emphasizing the uniqueness of each narrative.

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Recent guests on What It Was Like include:

1. Flor Edwards
2. Lily Rose Lee
3. Vivian Conan
4. Samantha Stites
5. Thomas Hargrove
6. Hugh Lockerby
7. Dr. Gregory Smith
8. Dawn Smith Jordan

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