Decult Talks - Breaking the Silence on Cultic Harm

Decult Talks is an independent podcast with speaker sessions from our Decult 2024 conference to raise awareness about cultic harm. We aim to break the silence, reduce stigma, and provide tangible support to those affected by coercive control. Join us for real conversations, expert insights and survivor stories — because no one should face cultic harm alone. Visit decult.net to learn more and support our cause.

Decult Talks - Breaking the Silence on Cultic Harm is a society podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #12

  Invisible rainbow youth: Purity, conversion and coming out in cults

  Jun 20, 202547 minS0

  <p>Homophobia and purity culture in cultic groups affects teenagers who are already struggling with a loss of self. They are invisible, and some are pushed through harmful conversion practices. </p><p>Hosted by human rights advocate Andre Afamasaga, this episode of Decult Talks brings together powerful rainbow voices: former Jehovah’s Witness Luke Hollis, Excommunicated author and former Exclusive Brethren member Craig Hoyle and US cult expert Dr. Janja Lalich.</p><p>Together, they share their deeply personal reflections as queer former cult members and unpack the emotional, psychological and social challenges they have faced. </p><p>This talk was...

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  Episode #11

  Health neglect in cults: Medical needs of survivors

  Jun 13, 202538 minS0

  <p>Can cults make you sick? In this groundbreaking episode of Decult Talks, Dr Caroline Ansley, a medical doctor and founder of the Centrepoint Restoration Project, shares her insights about the specific health needs of those inside cultic groups and those who left them. She explains the unique physical and emotional challenges they face and the critical professional support that is needed for recovery. A must-listen for health workers!</p><p>Recorded live at the first Decult Conference in Christchurch, New Zealand, and produced as a podcast by Plains Media.</p><p>Tune in for a valuable conversation on the...

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  Episode #10

  Courage and action: What to do about Gloriavale?

  Jun 6, 202556 minS0

  <p>Gloriavale - or Gloriafail: The infamous New Zealand cult has been in the courts and in the headlines recently. For how much longer can it keep going? </p><p>In this powerful episode of Decult Talks, Liz Gregory from the Gloriavale Leavers’ Support Trust hosts a moving panel with lawyer Dennis Gates and Gloriavale survivors Pearl Valor and Virginia Courage. Together, they explore the complex legal, emotional and social challenges faced by those rebuilding their lives after leaving the fundamentalist Christian community.</p><p>Recorded live at the first Decult Conference in Christchurch, New Zealand, and produced as a pod...

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  Episode #9

  Walking free from trauma and abuse: A model for cult recovery

  May 30, 202530 minS0

  <p>How do you recover from having lived in a cult? This kind of complex trauma requires a specialised approach. </p><p>In this insightful episode of Decult Talks, UK psychotherapist Dr Gillie Jenkinson delivers a powerful keynote on cult recovery therapy. Drawing on her extensive research, lived experience and groundbreaking handbook, Dr Jenkinson outlines the critical aspects of healing and recovery for individuals who have escaped cults and the therapeutic approaches that can support their journey.</p><p>Recorded live at the first Decult Conference in Christchurch, New Zealand, and produced as a podcast by Plains Media.</p><p>T...

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  Episode #8

  Rock the Watchtower: Former Jehovah’s Witnesses speak up

  May 24, 202554 minS0

  <p>The Jehovah’s Witnesses have come under scrutiny in New Zealand and around the world. This powerful episode of Decult Talks brings those together who have exposed and transmuted cultic harm in their own ways. </p><p>Hosted by RNZ reporter Anusha Bradley, the international panel features Australian activist Lara Kaput, US filmmaker Scott Homan and NZ victim advocate Shayne Mechen, with powerful video insights from Micki McAllen (also known as Apostate Barbie). Together, they explore the complex intersections of control, resistance, and healing after leaving the JWs.  </p><p>Recorded live at the first Decult Conference in Christchurch, New Z...

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