Episodes

  • Confessions of a Former ULTRA ORTHODOX Rabbi

    Confessions of a Former ULTRA ORTHODOX Rabbi
    Apr 15 2026
    Shalom’s childhood and education were dominated by intense religious indoctrination. He attended a strict ultra-Orthodox school 365 days a year, where boys studied religious texts from early morning until late at night, with little secular education and frequent physical punishment from teachers. The rigid environment, lack of emotional support, and strict moral expectations led to anxiety, obsessive religious guilt, and deep internal conflict, particularly around sexuality and personal identity. The community’s teachings pushed him toward early marriage as a supposed solution to normal sexual urges and loneliness. He then became a Rabbi and eventually left it all behind. We discuss all the ways rigid patriarchy harms the men too and the consequences of strict gender roles void of choice. Click here to watch on YouTubeWatch our initial interview with ShalomWatch our recent panel with 4 Former Ultra Orthodox womenFind and support Shalom!Shalom’s podcast, Beyond Belief: Tales of Religious ExodusInstagram: @shalomshorePersonal website: shalomshore.comReligion site: freidomfighter.comHypnosis site: navyahypnosis.comSubscribe to our C2C "CLIPS" Channel!Support C2C - Any donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcast.Find our FULL (uncensored) merch store here!Patreon https://www.patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannFind us on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousness Host Instagram @sheliseann Co Producer / Host @jonathan.rosales_ TikTok @cults.to.consciousness Twitter @cultstocon **Disclaimer: This podcast provides a platform for guests to share their personal experiences and opinions. The views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. Any allegations discussed are unverified and represent personal accounts only. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise. The podcast assumes no legal responsibility for statements made by guests.**See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr
  • The Dark side of My ULTRA ORTHODOX Childhood in Jerusalem

    The Dark side of My ULTRA ORTHODOX Childhood in Jerusalem
    Apr 13 2026
    Shalom Shore grew up in a strict ultra-Orthodox Jewish environment in Jerusalem connected to the organization Aish HaTorah, dedicated to its mission of bringing secular Jews back to strict religious observance. As the oldest of nine children, Shalom grew up in a household that appeared ideal, but was marked by emotional neglect, financial stress, and a constant focus on religious outreach.Shalom’s childhood and education were dominated by intense religious indoctrination. He attended a strict ultra-Orthodox school 365 days a year, where boys studied religious texts from early morning until late at night, with little secular education and frequent physical punishment from teachers. The rigid environment, lack of emotional support, and strict moral expectations led to anxiety, obsessive religious guilt, and deep internal conflict, particularly around sexuality and personal identity. The community’s teachings pushed him toward early marriage as a supposed solution to normal sexual urges and loneliness. He then became a Rabbi and eventually left it all behind. Click here to watch on YouTubeWatch our follow up LIVE with ShalomWatch our recent panel with 4 Former Ultra Orthodox womenFind and support Shalom!Shalom’s podcast, Beyond Belief: Tales of Religious ExodusInstagram: @shalomshorePersonal website: shalomshore.comReligion site: freidomfighter.comHypnosis site: navyahypnosis.comSubscribe to our C2C "CLIPS" Channel!Support C2C - Any donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcast.Find our FULL (uncensored) merch store here!Patreon https://www.patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannFind us on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousness Host Instagram @sheliseann Co Producer / Host @jonathan.rosales_ TikTok @cults.to.consciousness Twitter @cultstocon **Disclaimer: This podcast provides a platform for guests to share their personal experiences and opinions. The views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. Any allegations discussed are unverified and represent personal accounts only. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise. The podcast assumes no legal responsibility for statements made by guests.**See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • I Became CEO of a Cult & Didn’t Realize it (born & raised in the Ashram)

    I Became CEO of a Cult & Didn’t Realize it (born & raised in the Ashram)
    Apr 10 2026

    Growing up under the sway of a Brooklyn housewife turned guru, Priya Hutner is drawn into a world shaped by bizarre rituals, spiritual promises, and oppressive beliefs. What begins as a quest for enlightenment unravels into a stifling reality as the boundaries between spiritual devotion and control blur. Members were expected to obey the guru completely. Personal decisions—including marriage, celibacy, parenting, and even children’s names—were influenced or dictated by her and private matters were often publicly exposed as a form of “ego destruction.” Despite the manipulation, the community also performed genuine service, such as caring for AIDS patients, the homeless, and people living in poverty. This mix of compassion and control created confusion and loyalty among followers.

    In her late twenties, Priya was unexpectedly appointed CEO of the ashram, responsible for running the nonprofit organization, managing finances, and coordinating retreats and visitors. Despite the enormous responsibility, the community operated under vows of poverty—Priya herself earned only about $200 a month while overseeing the organization. Meanwhile, the guru remained the ultimate authority over money, decisions, and disputes within the group. Priya deeply believed she was helping humanity and guiding people spiritually, reinforcing her devotion to the guru.

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    Priya’s Book: Chasing Nirvana: A Seeker’s Story of Love, Loss and Liberation

    Website: priyahutner.com

    IG: @priyahutner

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    **Disclaimer: This podcast provides a platform for guests to share their personal experiences and opinions. The views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. Any allegations discussed are unverified and represent personal accounts only. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise. The podcast assumes no legal responsibility for statements made by guests.**

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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • OneTaste Founder of Wellness Trend Turned Sex Cult is SENTENCED to 9 years

    OneTaste Founder of Wellness Trend Turned Sex Cult is SENTENCED to 9 years
    Apr 8 2026

    Nicole Daedone, founder and former CEO of OneTaste, was JUST sentenced to 9 years in federal prison following a conviction for forced labor conspiracy. She was found guilty of leading a scheme that subjected members to economic, sexual, emotional, and psychological abuse, along with indoctrination and surveillance. Today we are joined LIVE with Ellen Huet, the investigative journalist for Bloomberg News who wrote the viral article that exposed the dark sides of OneTaste and Daedone, and is author of “EMPIRE OF ORGASM: Sex, Power, and the Downfall of a Wellness Cult” on the rise and fall of OneTaste, to further discuss the case.

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    Find and support Ellen!

    Ellen’s Book “Empire of Orgasm: Sex, Power, and the Downfall of a Wellness Cult”

    https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374604196/empireoforgasm/

    Website: https://www.ellenhuet.com/

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/ehuet/

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    **Disclaimer: This podcast provides a platform for guests to share their personal experiences and opinions. The views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. Any allegations discussed are unverified and represent personal accounts only. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise. The podcast assumes no legal responsibility for statements made by guests.**

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Joseph Duggar Pleads NOT GUILTY After Confessing (ft. Preacher Boys)

    Joseph Duggar Pleads NOT GUILTY After Confessing (ft. Preacher Boys)
    Apr 6 2026

    BREAKING: Former reality TV TLC's "19 Kids and Counting" star Joseph Duggar has pleaded "Not Guilty" to his charges in Florida, almost five years after his brother Josh, who also starred in the TLC show, was convicted of similar charges. Joining us is Eric from @PreacherBoys Podcast to give us the full follow up scoop.

    Click here to watch on YouTube

    Watch our initial LIVE when the news first broke

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    Website: https://www.preacherboyspodcast.com/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/

    IG: @preacherboysdoc

    TikTok: @preacherboyspod

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    **Disclaimer: This podcast provides a platform for guests to share their personal experiences and opinions. The views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. Any allegations discussed are unverified and represent personal accounts only. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise. The podcast assumes no legal responsibility for statements made by guests.**

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    33 mins
  • MORMON JUDGE Faces Multiple Allegations of Dangerous Religious BIAS (ft. Kolby Reddish)

    MORMON JUDGE Faces Multiple Allegations of Dangerous Religious BIAS (ft. Kolby Reddish)
    Apr 3 2026

    Join us LIVE as we go in depth with former guest and current lawyer Kolby Reddish to further discuss the case involving CSA claims, and the potential legal outcome, of Judge Brent Basden in Washington’s Clallam County under investigation following serious allegations of LDS bias and misconduct in family court cases.

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    Formal Complaint

    Follow Kolby’s new Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LetsDisagreeShow

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    **Disclaimer: This podcast provides a platform for guests to share their personal experiences and opinions. The views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. Any allegations discussed are unverified and represent personal accounts only. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise. The podcast assumes no legal responsibility for statements made by guests.**

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    41 mins
  • Intel on FLDS Trafficking Girls at Night (preparing for marriage) ft. Growing Up in Polygamy

    Intel on FLDS Trafficking Girls at Night (preparing for marriage) ft. Growing Up in Polygamy
    Apr 1 2026

    Warren Jeffs, the polygamous prophet of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, who is currently in prison, has been “leading” his saints in questionable directions. Including not allowing married couples to be intimate and not allowing anyone to marry. We now have credible intel that the FLDS is preparing to start marriages again. This comes with reports of FLDS girls who disappear from their “apostate” parents’ homes immediately after their 18th birthday and cutting off all contact, as they are moved to different locations run by the cult. More information by Sam & Melissa from @GrowingUpinPolygamy

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    YouTube: @GrowingUpinPolygamy

    Website: https://www.growingupinpolygamy.com/

    Instagram: @growing_up_in_polygamy

    Email: growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com

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    **Disclaimer: This podcast provides a platform for guests to share their personal experiences and opinions. The views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. Any allegations discussed are unverified and represent personal accounts only. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise. The podcast assumes no legal responsibility for statements made by guests.**

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Elizabeth Smart Recounts Her Kidnapping (9 months as a plural wife)

    Elizabeth Smart Recounts Her Kidnapping (9 months as a plural wife)
    Mar 30 2026

    In 2002, 14-year-old Elizabeth Smart was kidnapped at knifepoint from her bedroom in Salt Lake City by Brian David Mitchell and his accomplice, Wanda Barzee. She was held captive for nine months, survived repeated SA, and was forced to live in camps across Utah while being disguised in public. In 2003, she was finally recognized by alert bystanders and rescued, leading to the arrest and conviction of her captors.

    Today, Elizabeth Smart is a survivor, author, and chiId safety activist. She founded the Elizabeth Smart Foundation, which focuses on preventing chiId abuse, supporting victims, and promoting recovery. She also works as a public speaker, advocates for legislation to protect children, appears in media to raise awareness, and has written books including her most recent “Detours”. She is married, has children, and continues to be a prominent voice for survivor empowerment and child safety.

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    Elizabeth’s book: Detours

    Find Elizabeth on social media!

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth_smart_official

    Website: https://www.elizabethsmart.com/

    Foundation: elizabethsmartfoundation.org

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    **Disclaimer: This podcast provides a platform for guests to share their personal experiences and opinions. The views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. Any allegations discussed are unverified and represent personal accounts only. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise. The podcast assumes no legal responsibility for statements made by guests.**

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    1 hr and 17 mins