Decult Talks – Breaking the Silence on Cultic Harm
Decult Talks - Breaking the Silence on Cultic Harm
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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.
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The podcast focuses on the impact of cultic harm, coercive control, and the journey towards healing. Topics include expert discussions on high control groups, psychological dynamics explored in episodes like 'Cults 101: Influence and harm of high control groups' with Dr. Janja Lalich, and survivor stories that depict personal experiences and recovery.
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.
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.
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.
Together, they share their deeply personal reflections as queer former cult members and unpack the emotional, psychological and social challenges they have faced.
This talk was recorded live at the first Decult Conference in Christchurch, New Zealand, and produced as a podcast by Plains Media.
Tune in for an engaging conversation full of insight, healing, and hope for those impacted by cults.
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