Survivor stories of claiming independence after leaving high-control groups & people. Cults to Consciousness is a YouTube channel and podcast, hosted by Shelise Ann Sola (a former devout Mormon & CSA survivor) and her Producer husband, Jonathan Rosales. C2C delves into the nuanced experiences of individuals who have escaped a broad spectrum of high-control groups and coercive environments. They are not anti-religious but firmly anti-abuse, aiming to shed light on manipulative practices and s ...
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Coercive Control Podcasts
Welcome to IndoctriNation: A weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control.
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Religious and cult ideologies often use the practice of shunning to silence their critics and to control their members through fear. This podcast sheds light on shunning through real life stories as told by the people that have lived through it. Learn what their lives were like and where they have ended up in life after being shunned. Featuring stories from Jehovah's Witnesses, Scientology, Amish, Mennonite, FLDS, the Moonies, and more, you will learn about the real lives of former members t ...
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Chris and Lisa of BeenThereGotOut.com both survived toxic marriages with narcissistic partners and the legal and co-parenting nightmares that go hand-in-hand with all of that.If you are struggling in a high-conflict relationship, divorce, custody battle, or co-parenting hell which requires PERSONALIZED attention, let us HOLD YOUR HAND along the way, while providing EXPERT, STRATEGIC guidance based on one's years of success (representing myself in court!), coupled with the other's High Confli ...
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Hi, I’m Kimberly Mosby, and I’m here to pull back the curtain on the hidden systems of coercive control, psychological warfare, and systemic harassment. Through this podcast, I share my personal journey, extensive research, and conversations with incredible individuals to expose the truth about what targeted individuals face every day. Each episode unpacks real-life topics like gang stalking, asset stripping, and directed energy weapons, shedding light on the dark systems that try to silence ...
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Narcissist Apocalypse is a Purple Ribbon Award-winning storytelling podcast that amplifies the voices of those who have experienced narcissistic abuse, coercive control, emotional abuse, domestic violence, family relationship abuse, and relationship trauma. Our guests share their stories of abuse survival, providing a source of validation, education, inspiration, and hope for those going through similar experiences. Join us and discover how you, too, can overcome the narcissist apocalypse.
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Hosted by Denise Capurso, licensed therapist, trauma specialist, and unapologetic reality TV junkie, this podcast unpacks the messy world of toxic relationships both on screen and off. With over 25 years of experience helping women heal from narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and relational trauma, Denise brings clinical insight with a side of no-nonsense commentary. From Housewives drama to cult dynamics, controlling in-laws to “too good to be true” partners, Charmingly Toxic shines a li ...
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Dismissed True Stories is a survivor-led podcast that dares to break the silence around domestic violence, emotional abuse, and toxic relationships. Each episode shares the raw, unfiltered realities of what abuse really looks like. From overlooked red flags to moments of escape, and everything in between. Created by a survivor-turned-advocate with a broadcasting background, DTS is where stories once silenced are now spoken. Loudly, honestly, and without apology. We’re not here to sensational ...
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My podcast creates a safe, open space for women whose voices are often silenced, dismissed, or ignored. I speak with guests who bring lived experience, honesty, and courage to conversations that matter. I’m especially interested in speaking with women who: Have been bullied, cancelled, or harassed online or in their communities, and want to share their story of resilience. Are “trans widows” – women whose male partners transitioned and who experienced loss, coercion, or abuse in that process ...
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Two Florida moms, hundreds of mysteries, and one obsession: 'How did this happen?' Mandy and Melissa bring you twice-a-week deep dives into true crime—from Florida's most bizarre cases to infamous mysteries worldwide—all with the warmth, wit, and dark humor of two friends who've been hooked on mysteries since childhood. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Flying Free is a support resource for women of faith who need hope and healing from hidden emotional abuse, spiritual abuse, and narcissistic abuse. Because of misogynistic theology taught in controlling and spiritually abusive churches, many Christian women find themselves in destructive marriages where there is an uneven power dynamic. Male partners use their status as a husband to gain power and control over a woman’s mind, emotions, body, social life, finances, and more. When she tries t ...
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Hosted by Debbie Jones, founder of Resolute Women's Support Services, our podcast is dedicated to exploring the realities of domestic abuse and coercve control, providing expert insights, and sharing powerful survivor stories. Each episode dives deep into the emotional, legal, and social aspects of domestic abuse, offering support and practical advice for survivors and those looking to help. What You'll Discover: - In-depth discussions on domestic abuse, coercive control, and trauma recovery ...
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/blessed-child2/subscribe Welcome to blessed child! This is a place where second generation adults of the Moonie cult tell their stories and share our journeys of healing from a lifetime of coercive control under the multi-national, multi-billion-dollar criminal enterprise, the Moon family.
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Welcome to Forensic Friday where we examine the intersection of true crime, psychology and the heart of being human in the middle of it all. Jeannine Anderson, MA, LPC, LAC, DVCS and Natalie Halcomb, MA, LPC, DVCS Apprentice are a dynamic duo providing forensic services to clients all along the front range in Colorado. Both specialize in risk assessment, psychopathy, trauma, relationships, and motivational interviewing. In addition to their work in the criminal justice system, Nat and Jeanni ...
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Covering: Coercive Control | Domestic Violence | Childhood Trauma | Childhood Abuse | Healing after Abuse | Healing after Trauma | PTSD | C-PTSD | Trauma Recovery | Emotional and Psychological Abuse Welcome to Escape the Paradox, where I expose the hidden reality of coercive control and domestic violence including psychological, emotional and physical abuse. I’m Helena, a survivor of childhood abuse. I'm a mental health nursing student and advocate, here to support you in breaking free from ...
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With a real, raw, and relatable approach, clinical psychologist and narcissism expert, Dr. Jaime Zuckerman, takes a hard look at narcissistic abuse and its devastating effects across relationships of all types. Next Up: Narcissism explores all things narcissism and mental health; educating listeners on the patterns of narcissistic abuse, including gaslighting, love bombing, and coercive control. Listen in each week as we breakdown these toxic behaviors, and offer concrete strategies and acti ...
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If you’ve ever thought “how the fuck did that happen” as you walked out of the Australian Family Law system and losing everything, while watching your psychopathic ex get away with the boys club trifecta of perjury, contempt, and not coughing up their financials til you’re broke, homeless, and probably couch surfing, then boy have you come to the right place! Strap on your fuck it attitude, and settle in to find out what your lawyer never told you…be prepared to feel very ducking angry 😡 and ...
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When host Amanda meets Dick—a seemingly charming Mormon man from Las Vegas who pursued her relentlessly on social media—she had no idea the chaos that was about to unfold. What began as a whirlwind romance quickly unraveled into something far more disturbing. Season One of The Dichotomy Diaries pulls back the curtain on the man behind the mask. What appears to be a devoted husband and religious man is, in truth, a compulsive liar entangled in financial domination, secret escorting for men, a ...
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How Not To Suck At Divorce: Divorce Advice and Relatable Humor
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How Not to Suck at Divorce guides anyone who’s divorcing or even just considering divorce. Hosted by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport, the show delivers equal parts strategy, empathy, and humor. Morgan Stogsdill is a powerhouse family law attorney and head of family law at the largest firm in the United States. She’s seen every curveball, knows the difference between drama and strategy, and helps clients avoid costly mistakes. Andrea Rappaport is a comedian, marketing pro, and divorced- ...
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Guests take on a topical debate in family law in each episode in this podcast series from Resolution. Our hosts, Simon Blain and Anita Mehta, invite family law experts to share their experiences and anecdotes, in an insightful and entertaining conversation.
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Resolve Your Family Law Dispute—Faster, Better & Cheaper. The Mediations Australia podcast delivers jargon-free guidance on separation, divorce, property settlements, parenting plans, mediation, and more. Follow for bite-sized strategies, real-life insights, and cost-saving tips that turn a stressful breakup into a smoother, smarter resolution.
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Inclusion Health - Voices from the margins
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This podcast series is aimed at nurses, midwives, healthcare professionals and an interagency audience. The podcast covers a range of topics around inclusion health including: trauma informed care, the importance of play, LGBTI+ support in healthcare, how data influences policy and domestic violence, coercive control and the voice of the child. The podcast is produced by The Centre for Nursing and Midwifery Education (CNME) Mayo/Roscommon The overall aim is to raise awareness of the impact o ...
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Gaslight (/ˈɡaslīt/). Verb. Manipulating someone by psychological means into questioning their own reality. The Gaslight Effect podcast is hosted by Dr. Robin Stern, co-founder of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of the best-selling book, The Gaslight Effect. On her podcast, Robin helps listeners identify gaslighting, to escape the destructive dynamic and reclaim their reality.
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NEW: The Ultimate Sacrifice On Apple Podcasts, tap the 9Podcasts logo above. Listen via Spotify Listen via Apple Podcasts The Ultimate Sacrifice is the new podcast from host Melissa Downes and producer Jess Lodge. This podcast examines the shocking Wieambilla Police Shootings. It was just two weeks before Christmas, when four constables were ambushed as they walked down a driveway of a remote property. Two young officers were murdered, and an innocent neighbour was also gunned down. The prop ...
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The term 'Narcissism' has been used increasingly to describe someone who is 'difficult' or 'unpleasant' - who treats other people badly. Narcissism is however a very real condition. Those who suffer from narcissistic personality disorder are very low in empathy and therefore particularly bad at maintaining long term personal relationships. As a consequence, those who work with couples who are separating are much more likely to encounter this particular pattern of behaviour during the work th ...
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Are you ready to thrive as you are coming out of a toxic or abusive relationship? Join Sybil Cummin, a licensed professional counselor who has specialized in working with victims and survivors of domestic violence and narcissistic abuse for over a decade and runs a membership community for women on their healing journey. On this podcast you will finally feel understood and your experience will be validated as you learn tangible strategies to handle family court, coparent with your abuser, im ...
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Each week we bring stories of people once thought capable of love, but who turned into the worst kind of monster.....targeting, grooming, coercing, blackmailing, isolating and physically abusing their male partner. It is estimated that 4 out of 10 men are abused by a domestic partner, and this constitutes only 10% of reported cases. The stereotype that men are abusers and women are victims is false and dangerous. Abused men are alarmingly underserved and resources for help are minimal. Men a ...
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The Jeffrey van Leeuwen Podcast aims to engage in thoughtful conversations, exploring diverse topics and speaking with people who have unique stories to tell and valuable knowledge to share across various fields.
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The Narcissistic Abuse Rehab Podcast provides a trauma-informed perspective on topics related to abusive power and control dynamics. Host Manya Wakefield is a recovery coach specialized in cognitive behavioral therapy and PTSD recovery. Recognized as one of Feedspot's Top 10 Narcissistic Abuse Podcasts from 2021 to 2025 and featured among Million Podcast's 2025 Best Narcissist Podcasts. For One-On-One Coaching visit https://www.narcissisticabuserehab.com/narcissistic-abuse-recovery-coaching/
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Lessons in Discernment is a podcast about healing after emotional abuse—and learning to trust your truth again. Hosted by Stéphanie St-Jean, a survivor, author and advocate, each episode explores the tender, transformative space between trauma and recovery through storytelling, reflection, and soul-deep conversations. From EMDR to gaslighting, therapy to self-trust, this podcast is a place to examine the systems we’ve internalized, the language we’ve inherited, and the stories we’re ready to ...
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The Be a Better You Podcast (formerly The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast) is hosted by Best Selling Author and Certified Rapid Reprogramming™ Coach, Allison K. Dagney. As a young adult, I met a man who I believed was the love of my life. We got married quickly and brought three kids into the world. But something was wrong. I was miserable. And I blamed myself for all the problems in our marriage. What I didn't know, was that I was being emotional abused by who I believe is a narcissist. I ...
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What is justice? Who does it serve? Why should you care? When we think about justice, we think about it as an abstract, something that happens to someone else, somewhere else. But justice and the law regulate every aspect of our interactions with each other, with organisations, and with the government. We never think about it until it impacts our lives, or that of someone close. Our guests are women with lived experience of the justice system whether as victims or women who have committed cr ...
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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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The Scarlet Edit is where we get real about divorce, affairs, situationships, infidelity, and everything else that’s often swept under the rug in today’s dating world. No shame, no judgment - just the truth. I’m Nikki Corbett. I’ve been divorced, had an affair, and lived through a heartbreaking situationship - experiences that prove there’s more to modern relationships than what we’re taught. On this podcast, we dive deep into the raw realities of love, emotional intimacy, power dynamics, pa ...
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Join Michelle Henderson and Kate Sherman as they discuss mental health topics from the perspective of being clients in therapy themselves and as therapists working with their own clients. Join the facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecouchandthechair
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If you're in the middle of a life transformation and have a desire to turn things around to create an Audacious Life - the one YOU want, not what others expect - you're in the right place! It's time to live life on your terms, let go of toxic, controlling relationships, old stories, and domestic brainwashing, to allow yourself to dream, go for it, and become your best self. Here you'll find encouragement to find freedom from what's holding you back, hear interviews of healing and profound tr ...
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Who are the risk takers that help reinvent and reimagine the kinds of stories we see on TV? And how do they disrupt what we’ve come to expect on our screens and in our culture? We Disrupt This Broadcast, a podcast from The Peabody Awards and Center for Media & Social Impact, wants to answer these very questions. Produced and distributed in partnership with award-winning audio production group PRX and hosted by comedian Gabe González, We Disrupt This Broadcast explores how the minds behind cr ...
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A true crime podcast with a difference: created and hosted by a psychology and criminology PhD researcher, specialising in stalking. Each week I will cover a different case of stalking, while offering insight into the psychology behind it, what types of stalkers there are and what motivates them. I also recommend movies and TV shows that give the best portrayals of stalkers and other personality disorders.
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You’re getting divorced now what do you do? So many decisions to make, so much to fear and no one to help you tell you what to expect…until now. Every 2nd Tuesday, join Trish Guise, occasionally her husband Barry Guise, and various guests for a chat around the kitchen table about issues that range from deciding to separate all the way to coparenting your adult children. For 12 years, Trish was knee deep in a very difficult divorce and coparenting situation. She has experienced it all; domest ...
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An award-nominated podcast that began with a focus on prisons, interviewing those who live or work inside them. It’s since grown. In the latest series, Under Pressure: Trauma on the Frontline, we hear from a firefighter, police officer, army colonel, paramedic and prison officer about the long-term impacts of repeated exposure to trauma. Hosted by Kaigan Carrie, a doctoral researcher in criminology, this podcast explores the human cost of systems we rarely see and what it means to do traumat ...
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A bold, unfiltered deep dive into the mess of modern dating, Run Bitch Run is where red flags go to die. Hosted by Audrey Taylor (advocate and somewhat-uneducated everyday average woman), this podcast tries to make sense of the one thing we all live to regret: dating men. Unapologetically BOLD. Educational FOR ALL. Funny as FUCK. ”When we recognise the red flags, we can break the cycle.”
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Join us for your weekly DnM: this podcast is not about fitness. It's a collection of stories and conversations with some of the most inspiring people we know. After spending years in our Peaches Pilates studios, waking women up in the tender hours of the morning, and winding them down at night, Tori and Bec have facilitated the kind of conversations that are often only had in the safe harbour of your sisterhood network. Here, we give them a new life - this is The Peaches Podcast.
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ONRECORD helps you gather and prepare your evidence in a secure and simple mobile app. Log each incident as it occurs, create a timeline of events, generate reports to support your case and share your evidence with supportive professionals if you choose to. ONRECORD was founded by Dr George Hibbert and Jill Canvin LLB, who are experienced legal and medical professionals who have spent many years helping clients gather and prepare evidence. Make contact with us via [email protected]
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Welcome to Bending the Arc, the new podcast from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Social Policy & Practice. We’ll talk about issues in which the moral universe just doesn’t seem to be bending toward justice quite quickly enough, and we’ll highlight the people helping it get there. You’ll hear from people that are most affected and vulnerable to societal injustices and, those working tirelessly to help them – researchers, policymakers, advocates, social workers. We’ll pair a critica ...
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Beyond The Crime: A Psychological Analysis
Dr Lars Madsen, Shay Addison and Dr Rob Brockman
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"Beyond The Crime: A Psychological Analysis" is a riveting podcast led by Dr. Lars Madsen Shay Addison, and Dr Rob Brockman. Together, they delve into the minds of criminals, dissecting real-life cases to provide listeners with a unique and insightful exploration of the psychological aspects behind crimes. With expert analysis, captivating storytelling, and thought-provoking discussions, this podcast offers a deeper understanding of criminal motivations and behaviours, as well as the evolvin ...
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Surviving Coercive Control — Grace’s Story
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In this gripping episode of Forensic Friday, we sit down with survivor and advocate @gracee_elizabethh host of @whyshestayedpodcast to shed light on the hidden tactics of domestic abusers — and the extraordinary courage it takes to break free. Grace opens up about: How the relationship began with charm, intensity, and “you’re my everything” The sub…
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Confronting Coercive Control with Dr. Christine Cocchiola
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In this episode, host Rachel Bernstein speaks with Dr. Christine Cocchiola, an expert on coercive control, a social work professor, and developer of the Protective Parenting Program. Dr. Cocchiola shares her personal and professional experiences dealing with coercive control in familial and intimate relationships. Discussion topics include manipula…
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Rerelease: Romana & The Coercive Controlling Mother | Narcissist Apocalypse & Domestic Violence
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Romana discusses the emotional and physical abuse she endured at the hands of her mother, the dissociation it created, and how everything effected her future abusive relationships. Of the many abusive relationships Romana endured, the most abusive one was with her first ex-husband, who became her lifelong s…
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Surviving a Narcissist: How Lisa Johnson Escaped Coercive Control and Turned Pain Into Purpose
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This week, I was joined by Lisa Johnson, co-founder of Been There, Got Out — a domestic violence advocate and high-conflict divorce strategist who survived 20 years of narcissistic abuse. Lisa’s story goes far beyond heartbreak. She exposes how coercive control operates behind closed doors, how manipulation hides in plain sight, and what it takes t…
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Protecting Children from Coercive Control: Bill C-223 with MP Lisa Hepfner
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When the courts don’t recognize coercive control, children pay the price. This week on Lessons in Discernment, I’m joined by Canadian Member of Parliament Lisa Hepfner, sponsor of Bill C-223: The Keeping Children Safe Act—a groundbreaking piece of legislation that could transform how family violence is recognized and prevented in Canada. We talk ab…
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Understanding Coercive Control and the Harms Inflicted on to Adult and Child Victims [350]
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“He doesn’t hit you, so it must not be abuse.” Yeah, no. That tired old line needs to die. This week, I sat down with Dr. Christine Cocchiola, a powerhouse expert on coercive control, the kind of abuse that doesn’t leave bruises but instead, destroys lives. Christine breaks down how abusers don't need fists to dominate; they weaponize EVERYTHING fr…
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The Shunned Podcast Meets Jubilee To Discuss Jehovah's Witnesses and Scientology
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I was very fortunate to be able to travel and record an episode of Jubilee along with other ExJWs and Ex-Scientologists as we discussed our lives and the groups we came from. Their YouTube channel was kind enough to give us a platform on which to share. I took not just my own experiences, but all of the stories I've heard through the Shunned Podcas…
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Rerelease: How an Abusive Narcissist Shapes Behavior & Conditions People For Long Term Abuse
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon talks with Erika Guest (Behavioral Therapist) about the behavior shaping techniques used by abusive narcissists to condition their victims for long-term abuse. Using clips from the survivor series episodes, Erika and Brandon break down the techniques and how to recognize when the abusive narciss…
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The Illusion of Love in Narcissistic Relationships
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This conversation delves into the complexities of narcissistic relationships, particularly how individuals in these dynamics often cling to illusions of love and idealized perceptions of their partners. It explores the emotional manipulation involved and the impact of these fantasies on the victims' reality. 👉 "The narcissist creates these fantasie…
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Seventh Day Adventism: How My Adopted Mother Took Doctrine to a Dangerous Place
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Charlotte Hayes was adopted as a baby to Seventh-Day Adventist parents who used the doctrine to h*rm her in unimaginable ways. She was forced to eat raw vegan, not given adequate nutrients and kept dang*rously thin, while the rest of the family ate normally. On top of that, CSA started happening at age 7 and she was told it was to prepare her for b…
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Send us a text Hey friends — welcome back to Dismissed True Stories. I’m your host, Elissa, and you’re probably already clocking that this episode sounds a little different. No intro music. No disclaimer. Just me and you. In the spirit of keeping it quick and honest, here’s the update: Sarah won’t be joining us today — but that’s actually for all t…
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176. How using The "S.U.C.K. " Acronym Will Change Your Divorce
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This week, Morgan and Andrea flip the script and want you to SUCK at divorce. Yep, you read that right. Learn how to Set aside your feelings, Utilize experts, Calm your nervous system, and Know the facts: a game-changing framework that’ll help you make better decisions (and fewer expensive mistakes) during your divorce. From cortisol spikes to co-p…
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Parasocial Behavior: The Stalking of Kylie Bearse
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This week, we explore the disturbing case of Kylie Bearse, a well-known Denver meteorologist who was relentlessly stalked. We examine the evolution of the stalking, the impact it had on her life, and the behavioral profile of her pursuer. The core of this episode focuses on empowerment: we provide essential self-advocacy tips for anyone experiencin…
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Do I Need a "Pit Bull" Attorney for My Divorce from a Narcissist?
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Discover why hiring a "pit bull" attorney might not be the victory ticket you think it is. Join us and our guest, seasoned Connecticut attorney Renee Bauer, as we unravel the misconceptions fueled by pop culture's courtroom drama narrative. We promise to shed light on the importance of realistic expectations and how finding a balanced attorney can …
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When Grief Meets a Narcissist: How Julie Barth Found Her Way Back
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When Julie Barth’s husband died of pancreatic cancer, she was left with four children and a heart still trying to make sense of loss. In her grief, she met a man who promised comfort, protection, and a fresh start. Instead, he isolated her, manipulated her, and tore down every piece of confidence she had left. In this raw conversation, Julie shares…
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[Unsolved] Cheryl Coker: The Kroger Parking Lot
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On an ordinary Tuesday morning in October 2018, Cheryl Coker vanished from her suburban Ohio home. Her SUV was found abandoned in a Kroger parking lot with her purse and phone still inside. Cheryl—a bubbly, talkative mom and grandmother who never met a stranger—had not left on her own. For a year and a half, her family searched desperately for answ…
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The Complexity of Cult Recovery with Dr. Natalie Fabert
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In this episode, host Rachel Bernstein talks with Dr. Natalie Fabert, an Associate Teaching Professor at Arizona State University and a licensed psychologist specializing in trauma and abuse, particularly cultic abuse. Natalie announces her collaboration with Dr. Janja Lalich and the Lalich Center on an online continuing education course designed f…
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96. Exclusive Preview Inside The View Magazine Issue 15
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Send us a text Our latest Rebel Justice Podcast offers a powerful preview of The View Magazine Issue 15, weaving first‑hand testimony, hard data and practical solutions across prisons, youth custody, social care and community action. If these stories move you, pre‑order Issue 15 at https://theviewmag.org.uk/product/the-view-magazine-issue-15/, subs…
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Seventh-Day Adventism: Harrowing Escape… and Inevitable Return
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Charlotte was adopted as a baby to Seventh Day Adventist parents who used the doctrine to harm her in unimaginable ways. More details on her childhood can be found in part one linked below. Finally, at 18 years old, she enlisted a couple friends through Snapchat to help her escape just days before her former father, who made threats on her life for…
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Ep 176: Double Standards in Narcissistic Abuse: How to Stay Grounded as a Co-Parent
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Do the double standards that show up in a narcissistic relationship and “co-parenting” relationship drive you crazy? Double standards are a hallmark of narcissistic abuse and are pervasive even (maybe especially) after you have left the relationship. In this episode we explore why someone with narcissism requires these double standards to work in t…
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It's a hard time for a lot of folks right now, and we want to give you some tips to help get through these stressful times, as well as some resources you may not have thought of that can help with your metal, financial, and physical wellbeing. As always, reach out if you need extra support and stay safe and sane forensic friends Recoverycast: Menta…
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The Subtle, Insidious Nature of Spiritual Abuse [352]
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What if the very place you went for safety, love, and divine wisdom turned out to be the scene of the crime? Today we’re diving headfirst into the world of spiritual abuse. This week, I’m joined by Katherine Spearing, founder of Tears of Eden, trauma recovery practitioner, and author of a new book, A Thousand Tiny Paper Cuts. If you’ve ever been to…
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Episode 188: The Lone Wolf Trap & Why Healing In Isolation Isn't Working
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Send us a text After emotional abuse, solitude can feel like safety. You tell yourself, I’m fine on my own. I don’t need anyone. But what if that fierce independence—the “lone wolf” mindset—is actually what’s keeping you from healing? In this episode, author and subconscious-reprogramming coach Allison K. Dagney exposes the hidden cost of trying to…
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A Deadly Inheritance: The Von Stein Murder
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In July 1988, Lieth Von Stein was brutally murdered in his Washington, North Carolina home while his wife Bonnie barely survived the attack. The crime scene looked like a burglary gone wrong—but investigators quickly realized something didn't add up. The house was barely disturbed, nothing of value was taken, and the violence was shockingly persona…
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Framed By The System: Amy Polacko On The Abuser's Playbook In Family Court
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In this episode of The Gaslight Effect Podcast, Dr. Robin Stern sits down with award-winning journalist, divorce coach, and advocate Amy Polacko, co-author of Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld. Together, they explore how gaslighting and coercive control extend far beyond personal relationships—and into the legal systems meant to protect …
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Transforming Stress: Essential Coping Skills for Overwhelmed Moms
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Join us for an insightful conversation with Kristin Cogan, a seasoned therapist and coach, as we explore the critical coping skills every overwhelmed mom needs. We understand the pressures you face, from navigating family court to co-parenting with a difficult ex, and Kristin is here to help. Discover the importance of celebrating small wins and ma…
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My Adopted Parents Exploited Seventh-Day Adventism to Do the Unspeakable
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CW: CSA, rape. Charlotte Hayes was adopted as a baby to Seventh-Day Adventist parents who used the doctrine to harm her in unimaginable ways. She was forced to eat raw vegan, not given adequate nutrients and kept dangerously thin, while the rest of the family ate normally. On top of that, CSA started happening at age 7 and she was told it was to pr…
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Maria & The Mirroring Emotional Abuser | Domestic Violence & Narcissistic Abuse
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Maria reveals how her toxic marriage to a boundary-violating emotional abuser unfolded. The main point: Maria thought she found love, but was mirrored and manipulated, leading to relentless boundary violations and a powerful trauma bond she struggled to break while enduring cycles of abuse. It’s a story of …
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In this episode we discuss various topics, including my favorite Prosecco, the dynamics of 'Real Housewives of Salt Lake City,' and the crossover with 'Below Deck.' We delve into the relationships and drama among the cast members, highlighting key moments and personal insights. 👉 "Silt Bar Prosecco is the best." 👉 "Mary expects too much from Angie.…
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BONUS PREVIEW: When the Cult Leader Is Attacked
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This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at: https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination In this Patreon exclusive episode, Rachel Bernstein explores the psychological and social dynamics that unfold when a cult leader is attacked or faced with accusations. The episode covers …
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Why My Jehovah’s Witness Parents Kept My Abuse Silent
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CW: CSA. Jacinta LeGore was born and raised in the Jehovah’s Witnesses. After being forced to confess that she had been CSA’d, then subsequently punished for it, it lead her down a shame spiral. Feeling worthless, she decided to get married at 16 to hopefully heal the part of her that the Elders and her parents thought was “impure”. The marriage en…
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175. The 3 Biggest Divorce Mistakes Made at the END of the process
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You’re almost done… which is exactly when smart people make expensive mistakes. In this punchy, practical episode, Andrea and Morgan tackle “divorce senioritis”, that end-of-process urge to rush, stop reading, or pick last-minute fights, and lay out the three biggest mistakes people make in the final stretch of divorce (plus how to avoid them witho…
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Bonus Coaching Session: How to Support Your Child’s Relationship with an Abusive Co-Parent (Without Gaslighting Them)
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In this week’s Friday Coaching Corner, I respond to a mom’s heartfelt question that so many survivors share: “How do I support my children’s relationship with their dad—because the court says I have to—while knowing he is emotionally and psychologically abusing them every week?” This episode dives deep into one of the hardest balancing acts for pro…
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He Held Her At Knife Point Then Made Her Cuddle Ep 5
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Send us a text A fairy-tale start can hide a nightmare ending. Sarah thought she’d finally found steady ground: years of affection, travel across the U.S., a partner who bonded with her son and promised a safe future. Then pregnancy exposed the truth. The first assault wasn’t a warning—it was a line crossed, followed by contempt during a traumatic …
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Sisters in Survival: From Deception to Strength & Friendship
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Surviving a toxic relationship is never easy, especially when betrayal and manipulation are at play. Deana and Lizzie share their personal journeys of being married to the same toxic narcissist at different times, and how their shared experiences led to an unexpected yet powerful friendship. Through their candid stories, Deana and Lizzie shed light…
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Meet Michelle: Exposes Hidden Abuse & Artificial Control | Unveiling Shadows EP 74
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In this powerful episode of Unveiling Shadows, I sit down with Michelle, a brave voice who has survived years of high-tech psychological harassment and deep psychological targeting. Michelle reveals how "The Program" uses coordinated tactics, coercive tech, and community isolation to attempt to break survivors—and how she fought back by reclaiming …
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The CEO Strategy for Lasting Love | Marriage Incorporated with Dr. Robin Buckley
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What if your relationship ran like a successful business? In this week’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Robin Buckley, executive coach, psychologist, and author of Marriage Incorporated: The Boardroom Blueprint to a Lasting Love. We talk about how applying strategic, business-minded frameworks to your marriage or relationship can actually deepen conn…
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Absurd Lawsuits: Scams, Frauds, and Greed
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Some crimes are violent, some are tragic, and some are just so absurd that they make you lose a little faith in humanity. Today we're diving into lawsuits so wild, so petty, and so downright unbelievable, you'll think we made them up. First up: the Wendy's finger fraud. In March 2005, Anna Ayala claimed she found a human finger in her chili. The st…
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Rerelease: Top 12 Hoovering Tactics of an Abuser - Q&A With Alisa Stamps LCSW
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon talks with Alisa Stamps (LCSW) about the Top 12 Hoovering Tactics of a Toxic Narcissist & Narcissistic Abuse. Plus they discuss, threats, self harm, love bombing, future faking, faith based abuse, and much more. If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please …
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Ex-Jehovah’s Witness Meets with Elder Father After 2 Years of Shunning
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Alissa Watson comes back to update us with some news of her father. She was a devout Jehovah’s Witness through adulthood, marriage and two children, despite a birthing scare that could’ve taken a dark turn if she ended up needing a blood transfusion. Her husband knew his wife was not allowed to receive blood due to the strict doctrine around it, bu…
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Ep 175: Protect Your Peace In Spite of Having to Communicate with Your “High Conflict” Co-Parent with Jill Kaufman
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How do you communicate with someone who continues to abuse you post separation? I cannot stress how important it is to learn how to communicate with your “high conflict” co-parent in ways that will protect you and your mental health in order to better protect your children. In this episode I talk with Jill Kaufman about how she supports those going…
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