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In this instalment I chat with Ken Garrett - Senior Pastor, writer and advocate for healthy faith-based environments. Ken talks about his experiences in an abusive church, where his family were each subjected to various forms of coercive control, using the guise on Christianity to harm members in various ways. Today, Ken is the Senior Pastor of a beautiful and dedicates much of his time to creating safe spaces of worship. Throughout this conversation, Ken talks about what spiritual abuse looks like and how we can heal from Religious Trauma. Ken's Book - In The House of Friends - Understanding and Healing from Spiritual Abuse in Christian Churches Featured Podcast - The Cult of Christianity - Home Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this instalment I chat with Ken Garrett - Senior Pastor, writer and advocate for healthy faith-based environments. Ken talks about his experiences in an abusive church, where his family were each subjected to various forms of coercive control, using the guise on Christianity to harm members in various ways. Today, Ken is the Senior Pastor of a beautiful and dedicates much of his time to creating safe spaces of worship. Throughout this conversation, Ken talks about what spiritual abuse looks like and how we can heal from Religious Trauma. Ken's Book - In The House of Friends - Understanding and Healing from Spiritual Abuse in Christian Churches Featured Podcast - The Cult of Christianity - Home Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this instalment I chat with Ken Garrett - Senior Pastor, writer and advocate for healthy faith-based environments. Ken talks about his experiences in an abusive church, where his family were each subjected to various forms of coercive control, using the guise on Christianity to harm members in various ways. Today, Ken is the Senior Pastor of a beautiful and dedicates much of his time to creating safe spaces of worship. Throughout this conversation, Ken talks about what spiritual abuse looks like and how we can heal from Religious Trauma. Ken's Book - In The House of Friends - Understanding and Healing from Spiritual Abuse in Christian Churches Featured Podcast - The Cult of Christianity - Home Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

For this week's episode I look into the history of disgraced RnB singer, songwriter and producer R Kelly in regards to his crimes of abuse, trafficking and coercion. *The terms "sex with a minor" or "sex with an underage girl" are NOT my terms. They are taken from news articles* Sources - R. Kelly - Wikipedia R. Kelly's Brother Says He and Singer Were Molested by Older Sister (ebony.com) The Soulacoaster: The Diary of Me: Amazon.co.uk: Kelly, R., Ritz, David: 9781401928360: Books Jive Label | Releases | Discogs Single / R. Kelly / Bump N' Grind (elpee.jp) bump n' grind | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company R. Kelly Reportedly Wrote Michael Jackson's "You Are Not Alone" About A Teenager Who Miscarried His Child | Genius Space Jam (1996) - IMDb The Best Of Both Worlds (Explicit Version) by JAY-Z on TIDAL R. Kelly - Music, Life & Legal Troubles - Biography Age Ain't Nothing but a Number - Wikipedia Isaiah Washington Says Aaliyah Was "Mature Beyond Her Age"; Believes She Was "In Control" Of R. Kelly Relationship (balleralert.com) Aaliyah - R. Kelly "Born Into The 90's" 1993 [AaliyahPL] - YouTube Video emerges proving R. Kelly was aware Aaliyah was 14-years-old before they got married | JOE.co.uk Resurfaced R. Kelly Interview Proves Singer Knew Aaliyah’s Age When They Married - Okayplayer R. Kelly and Aaliyah: A look at an illegitimate marriage (fox10phoenix.com) Who Is Andrea Kelly? 'Surviving R. Kelly' Interviews The Singer's Ex-Wife About The Allegations of Sexual Abuse (romper.com) R. Kelly accused of sex with teenage girls - Chicago Sun-Times (suntimes.com) R. Kelly: 'I have been assassinated' | CNN R. Kelly faces new and more serious charges in sexual abuse case | CNN R. Kelly paid thousands of dollars to recover missing sex tapes and paid victims to lie in court, federal prosecutors say | CNN R. Kelly charged with prostitution involving a minor in Minnesota | CNN R. Kelly pleads not guilty to federal kidnapping, child sex charges in New York | CNN R. Kelly attacked by fellow inmate in jail, his attorney says | CNN At R. Kelly's trial, jurors will be the only members of the public allowed in the courtroom | CNN City police investigate R&B singer R. Kelly in sex tape: From the Chicago Sun-Times archive - Chicago Sun-Times (suntimes.com)] Former intern alleges R. Kelly abused her starting when she was 16 years old (nbcnews.com) R. Kelly, R & B Star, Is Indicted on Child Sex Charges - The New York Times (nytimes.com) R. Kelly Sued By Woman Claiming To Be Sex Tape Subject | News | MTV R. Kelly, Wife Separate -- Petition For Restraining Order Tells Of Alleged Abuse | News | MTV R. Kelly Out On Bail - CBS News R. Kelly's Wife Speaks Out: Notes On A Scandal - Essence R Kelly headline slot at festival cancelled following protests | R Kelly | The Guardian R. Kelly Walks Off HuffPost Live Set: 'This Interview Is Over' | HuffPost UK Entertainment (huffingtonpost.co.uk) Parents Told Police Their Daughter Is Being Held Against Her Will In R. Kelly’s “Cult” (buzzfeednews.com) R. Kelly timeline | CNN A Woman Who Says She Had Underage Sex With R. Kelly Is Finally Telling Her Story (buzzfeednews.com) Surviving R. Kelly: Former Girlfriend Alleges Abuse – Rolling Stone R Kelly's manager, Donnell Russell, sentenced for stalking R&B singer's victim - ABC7 Chicago R Kelly's manager on trial over 'gun threat at cinema showing abuse expose' - Mirror Online R. Kelly found guilty on 6 counts of child pornography in federal trial (nbcnews.com) R. Kelly: ’Superfreak’ Cover Story, Dec 1994 / Jan 1995 – VIBE.comov&

For this week's miniseries, I had the chance to sit and chat with Rachel Bernstein. Rachel has her own podcast which is doing amazing work, as you may know it is titled IndoctriNation and we have spoken to a lot of the same guests regarding their experiences of coercive control. Rachel is a Licensed Family & Marriage Therapist, working with cult survivors, creating webinars for recovery and even assisting in/leading cult interventions in the safest of ways. You can find more about Rachel and her work here - Rachel Bernstein LMFT, MSEd - Home (rachelbernsteintherapy.com) Featured Podcast - The Cult of Christianity - Home Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

For this week's miniseries, I had the chance to sit and chat with Rachel Bernstein. Rachel has her own podcast which is doing amazing work, as you may know it is titled IndoctriNation and we have spoken to a lot of the same guests regarding their experiences of coercive control. Rachel is a Licensed Family & Marriage Therapist, working with cult survivors, creating webinars for recovery and even assisting in/leading cult interventions in the safest of ways. You can find more about Rachel and her work here - Rachel Bernstein LMFT, MSEd - Home (rachelbernsteintherapy.com) Featured Podcast - The Cult of Christianity - Home Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this interview I talk with Emma Buchbinder about her experiences being involved in Xenos Christian Fellowship which is known today as Dwell Community Church. Emma discusses how her good nature, devotion and commitment to her faith lead to her being spiritually abused and undergoing horrific treatment inside Xenos and it's "Bible Houses". I apologise for any audio interruptions from a teething baby. She was much happier once she joined us in the interview Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this interview I talk with Emma Buchbinder about her experiences being involved in Xenos Christian Fellowship which is known today as Dwell Community Church. Emma discusses how her good nature, devotion and commitment to her faith lead to her being spiritually abused and undergoing horrific treatment inside Xenos and it's "Bible Houses". I apologise for any audio interruptions from a teething baby. She was much happier once she joined us in the interview Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com Companies That Changed Their Names After Scandals – Page 3 – 24/7 Wall St. (247wallst.com)

In this miniseries I chat with journalist and author Mike Rothschild about his new book "The Storm is Upon Us - How Qanon Became a Movement, Cult and Conspiracy Theory of Everything". This miniseries falls 2 years since the Storm on Capitol Hill. Mike's writing offers the most comphrensive look into Qanon, from the earliest stages, to influences, to where Qanon stands today. And we discuss it all in this episode! Get a copy of Mike's book here - https://amzn.to/3i8FoI9 Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this miniseries I chat with journalist and author Mike Rothschild about his new book "The Storm is Upon Us - How Qanon Became a Movement, Cult and Conspiracy Theory of Everything". This miniseries falls 2 years since the Storm on Capitol Hill. Mike's writing offers the most comphrensive look into Qanon, from the earliest stages, to influences, to where Qanon stands today. And we discuss it all in this episode! Get a copy of Mike's book here - https://amzn.to/3i8FoI9 Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this 2 part series, I chat with Adam Dudding from Stuff Podcasts about the 2022 podcast series The Commune. Looking at Bert Potter and his community Centrepoint, the show features interviews with former Centrepoint members. Included in these members are founding partners and children raised in the destructive and highly abusive environment. A combination of drugs, sexual abuse of children and the period in history in which Centrepoint thrived, tune in to Adam's "The Commune" to hear the entire story. Available wherever you get your podcasts, or find Adam's work here - Adam Dudding News | Stuff.co.nz Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this 2 part series, I chat with Adam Dudding from Stuff Podcasts about the 2022 podcast series The Commune. Looking at Bert Potter and his community Centrepoint, the show features interviews with former Centrepoint members. Included in these members are founding partners and children raised in the destructive and highly abusive environment. A combination of drugs, sexual abuse of children and the period in history in which Centrepoint thrived, tune in to Adam's "The Commune" to hear the entire story. Available wherever you get your podcasts, or find Adam's work here - Adam Dudding News | Stuff.co.nz Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this deep-dive episode I look at the abusive nature of "The Golden Age" of Hollywood - starting at the begining. Where did Hollywood come from? How abusive was it really? and did it pave the way for celebrities in this day and age to be given platforms to abuse and exploit others themselves? Let's take a look and find out. This episode is being turned into a YouTube video so some elements may be missing from this audio version Sources - United States v. Paramount Pictures, Inc. - Wikipedia History of Edison Motion Pictures | Articles and Essays | Inventing Entertainment: The Early Motion Pictures and Sound Recordings of the Edison Companies | Digital Collections | Library of Congress (loc.gov) Harvey Henderson Wilcox - Wikipedia The Golden Age of Hollywood: Its Rise, Decline, and Legacy - The Beat: A Blog by PremiumBeat Biography: Florence Lawrence (womenshistory.org) Marilyn Monroe: An actress more than just a sex symbol (tbsnews.net) https://www.managementtoday.co.uk/truth-behind-mismanagement-elvis/long-reads/article/1795065 Who Are Judy Garland's Children? - Inside Judy Garland's Relationships With Her Kids (countryliving.com) How The Wizard Of Oz Ruined Judy Garland's Career (looper.com) Joan Crawford | Biography, Films, Mommie Dearest, & Facts | Britannica Virtual Virago: 25 Classic Movie Stars Who Changed Their Names 35 Rules Old Hollywood Stars Had to Follow - Golden Age Actors (harpersbazaar.com) The Sad Reason You Don’t Hear About Kesha Anymore (thethings.com) Britney Spears: Singer's conservatorship case explained - BBC News

In this deep-dive episode, I look at the timeline of Hollywood superstar Ezra Miller and look at whether the money, status and power they have gained in the entertainment industry is being used by them to abuse and exploit others. This episode is being turned into a video for YouTube so some elements may be missing in this audio version** Sources - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ezra_Miller https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3009232/ https://www.thedailybeast.com/ezra-miller-on-perks-of-being-a-wallflower-being-bisexual-and-more https://nymag.com/movies/features/ezra-miller-2012-1/index1.html#_ga=2.78720212.1785135855.1668509125-1068679364.1668509125 https://www.contactmusic.com/ezra-miller/news/ezra-miller-cleared-on-drug-charge_1231177 https://www.metro.us/we-need-to-talk-about-kevin-star-ezra-miller-marches-at-occupy-wall-street/ https://www.metro.us/we-need-to-talk-about-kevin-star-ezra-miller-marches-at-occupy-wall-street/ https://www.looktothestars.org/news/9926-ezra-miller-to-trek-to-the-north-pole-for-greenpeace https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/warner-bros-flash-movie-star-741019/ https://www.vulture.com/2018/06/hang-with-ezra-millers-band-sons-of-an-illustrious-father.html https://variety.com/2015/film/news/ezra-miller-eyes-harry-potter-spinoff-fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-exclusive-1201527280/ https://www.tmz.com/2017/07/23/ezra-miller-flash-drunk-kissing-fan-comic-con-video/ https://www.sleek-mag.com/article/ezra-miller-tokata-iron-eyes/ https://youtu.be/CK_ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/ezra-miller-talks-fame-living-a-polyamorous-farm-his-metoo-story-1158536/ - the Kevin crossbow https://www.playboy.com/read/ezra-miller-fantastic-beasts-interview https://www.businessinsider.com/ezra-miller-flash-running-a-cult-grooming-minors-carrying-guns-2022-8?r=US&IR=T https://youtube.com/shorts/F2ZKMPJc9H8?feature=share https://variety.com/2020/film/news/ezra-miller-throttling-woman-video-1234571800/

In this series I talk with Lisa VanArsdale about her experiences spending time within different cults. Including groups such as the Twelve Tribes and Sean Moon's Rod of Iron Ministries. In this talk, Lisa explains how she became interested in visiting with groups and spending time with them. This is NOT something I would encourage to others. Lisa writes about her experiences in blog posts and articles. You can find her writing here - Lisa VanArsdale (wordpress.com) Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this series I talk with Lisa VanArsdale about her experiences spending time within different cults. Including groups such as the Twelve Tribes and Sean Moon's Rod of Iron Ministries. In this talk, Lisa explains how she became interested in visiting with groups and spending time with them. This is NOT something I would encourage to others. Lisa writes about her experiences in blog posts and articles. You can find her writing here - Lisa VanArsdale (wordpress.com) Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this series I talk with Lisa VanArsdale about her experiences spending time within different cults. Including groups such as the Twelve Tribes and Sean Moon's Rod of Iron Ministries. In this talk, Lisa explains how she became interested in visiting with groups and spending time with them. This is NOT something I would encourage to others. Lisa writes about her experiences in blog posts and articles. You can find her writing here - Lisa VanArsdale (wordpress.com) Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this miniseries I speak with author and writing consultant Lauren Hunter - a former Christian Scientist who is using her experience of growing up in Mary Baker Eddy's high-demand religious group to teach others about the potential harms of twisted Biblical interpretations and teachings that, in this case, lead to cases of gross medical neglect. Lauren has worked with other ex-CS to publish a book titled "Leaving Christian Science - 10 Stories of New Faith in Jesus Christ" retelling stories of how people left Christian Science and kept their faith by finding Traditional Christianity in healthy environments. Find Lauren's website and book here - Leaving Christian Science | Lauren Hunter Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this miniseries I speak with author and writing consultant Lauren Hunter - a former Christian Scientist who is using her experience of growing up in Mary Baker Eddy's high-demand religious group to teach others about the potential harms of twisted Biblical interpretations and teachings that, in this case, lead to cases of gross medical neglect. Lauren has worked with other ex-CS to publish a book titled "Leaving Christian Science - 10 Stories of New Faith in Jesus Christ" retelling stories of how people left Christian Science and kept their faith by finding Traditional Christianity in healthy environments. Find Lauren's website and book here - Leaving Christian Science | Lauren Hunter Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this series I chat with Jesse about his experiences growing up in The Church of Jesus Christ Forever, often known as Perfect Church. Jesse experienced horrific abuse at the hands of this church and its congregation - not only from twisted scriptures and Religious Abuse but also from extreme punishments that would lead Jesse to take drastic action to save his own life. Check out this website for more information - https://www.christiananswerman.com/the-perfect-church-the-cult-of-oregon-illinois/ Crimecon tickets available here - www.crimecon.co.uk Get in Touch or Support - Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Cult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b87e3... ) Crimecon UK 2022 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com