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In this follow-up series, we are joined once again by pastor Josh Thompson & Ward Hiney who is the director of the upcoming documentary "Dark Holler" for an impromptu Q & A on the events discussed in our recent series. -Did Kristin actually break her foot when she was baptized? -Is it possible for Satan to still reside in a human after they are saved? -What's the difference between demonic oppression and possession, and where do we draw the line between the spiritual realm and mental health? Tune in as we answer these and other important questions in this episode!

In our last episode of the year, we our joined by Matthew Hunter from Legacy Wilderness Academy & Drew Reynolds who's been involved with us behind the scenes since we launched back in October 2018. Join us as we cover a broad variety of topics including, the necessity of having a Christian biblical view on cults vs how they have have depicted on HBO, A&E, and by people like Sam Harris. We also talk about some of the practical implications of how to avoid typical characteristics seen in Historical Cults and a whole lot more!

We are enjoying some much needed time off with our families so we are releasing this brief but important message by the late Dr Walter Martin on the secret of Christmas. Merry Christmas everyone!!! ⠀

Join us in the Aftershow where we wrap up our discussion in the exorcism of Kristin Bellomy!

If someone came up to you claiming to have experienced or participated in an exorcism, what would your initial gut-instinct be? For most, it would be immediate skepticism & disbelief given all the over the top sensationalism of Hollywood films like "The Exorcist" & televangelist charlatans like "Bob Larson". Join us as we talk with pastor Josh Robinson & former witch Kristen Bellomy who unexpectedly shared this unique experience soon to be featured to the upcoming documentary https://www.darkhollerfilm.com/. Is there way reasonable & biblical way to make sense of what seems to be a taboo & hush hush subject amongst evangelicals & especially the reformed world? Come Join us for the first part of our series to find out!

Join us in the Aftermath where we continue our examination of the Enneagram!

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Latest Episode is up!! In Our latest series, we finally have a long awaited in depth discussion on the enneagram. Is it just a neutral tool for helping understand yourself or is it something else entirely? Join us for the 1st part of our discussion with former new ager Marcia Montenegro as we dive deep into its dark historical origins & how it worked it's way into the evangelical church.

Latest Episode is up! In part 2 we continue our conversation with former new ager Steven Bancarz talking about about the Jesus of the New Age aka "The Cosmic Christ". How do we respond meaningfuly to the epistemology (knowledge claims) made about Jesus by the New Age teachers like Oprah Winfrey, Russell Brand, & Deepak Chopra? Join us as we continue to scale the language barrior of terms like "Ego"," Mindfulness", "Universal Self", "Consciousness", "little Christ", ETC & take an extended in-depth look into what the New Age believes about Jesus and what they mean by those terms.

Latest Episode is up! In our latest series former new ager @stevenbancarz joins us in studio again to talk with us about the Jesus of the New Age aka "The Cosmic Christ". If you ever hear someone in the New Age talk about Jesus, you will more than likely hear words "Ego"," Mindfulness", "Universal Self", "Consciousness", "little Christ", ETC. What exactly do these terms mean and is there respond a meaningful way to understand & respond to to the knowledge claims made about Jesus by the New Age? Join us as we scale the language barrior & take an extended in-depth look into what the New Age believes about Jesus and what they mean by those terms.

In this second episode of the latest series, the Super Sleuth and Yvonne Welz continue their conversation with once-famous New Ager-now born again Christian, Doreen Virtue. With New Age beliefs on the rise in a culture that denies absolute truth, how can you have a fruitful Gospel conversation with someone who is a practicing New Ager? Step into the Kingdom of the Cults and listen to our last episode in our latest series titled, "Exploring the Dangers of the New Age with Doreen Virtue" where Doreen, the Super Sleuth, and Yvonne Welz expose the false Christ, the Spirit, and the Gospel of the New Age.

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This is a continuation of our previous episode with Hanna Cagle who spent a good amount of time in "SOZO" which specializes in the practice of recovering memories. What exactly is Recovering Memories? Is it even possible through psychological techniques to delve into the fog of the past in order to remember the trauma that's been buried deep within the subconscious mind? Or, can you become fully convinced of something traumatic from the past that in fact has never happened? Better yet what is exactly is the nature of Memory? Join us as Co-host Jeremiah becomes the Guest & opens up as he shares some of the ins and outs about this unique & controversial topic.

In our latest series, we delve back into the discernment realm & speak with Hannah Cagle who spent a good amount of time in a para-church ministry SOZO which has not been without its share of controversy. Do you really have to travel inward and into your past in order to have a personal relationship with God? Is this type of practice spiritually dangerous regardless of one's sincerity? Regardless of where you stand on the role of spiritual gifts & healing, we invite you to be part of this conversation.

In this episode, we continue our conversation on the Handmaids Tale with Joy & Summer from the Sheologians podcast! Join us as we scale the language barrier and fully analyze Margret Atwood’s view of the world, religion, and politics put forth in her dark dystopian vision infamously known as The Handmaids Tale that has now become a Cultish Icon for so many in today's intense political climate. Come Join us!

In our latest series, we join forces with Summer & Joy from the Sheologians podcast & explore the Margret Atwoods dark dystopian vision portrayed in her best selling novel & now television series “The Handmaid's Tale”. Since it’s television debut on Hulu in 2017, “The Handmaid's Tale” has not only become one of the most binged television shows in history, but it has also become its own independent symbol for “Women’s Rights” in today’s intense political climate. Why has Atwood’s unique vision of an oppressive dystopian society where women are portrayed as second-class citizens resonated with so many & how do we respond to the underlying worldviews that are propagated in both the book & television show?Come along with us as we join forces with Joy & Summer from Sheologians to “Un-tell” The Handmaid's Tale.

In part 2 of our latest series, we are joined once again by Christine Schwan who has heavily involved in the practice of Yoga for nearly a decade & also has an extended resume in the health & fitness industry that spans over 30 years. Is Yoga fundamentally a physical practice that just so happens to have some spiritual elements or is it fundamentally a spiritual practice that just so happens have stretching? Is there a way to have a rational & level-headed approach when dealing with what seems to be such a controversial topic? Join us for the 2nd part of this introductory overview to find and be part of the conversation!

In our latest series, we are joined by Christine Schwan who has been involved in health & fitness her entire life, having been a certified aerobics instructor for over 30 years, as well as a national and state aerobic and fitness champion. After unexpected life changes brought her to the sacred space of single motherhood with 2 small boys, Christine began practicing hot yoga as a way to find more balance in her life, physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally & fell in love with the practice of hot yoga then went on to receive her Yoga Teaching Certification in the summer of 2008 with Jimmy Barkan and the Barkan Method which included power, Vinyasa, and hot yoga, along with being certified in Yoga for Golfers (Level I/II), Yoga Sports Performance, and Functional Movement Science. In addition, she is currently an adjunct professor of Anatomy & Physiology for over 12 years and is certified in NLP, Hypnotherapy and is a Trainer for the Heart Math Institute. It is her extensive knowledge in these areas, as well as kinesiology and the biomechanics of the muscular system, which enables her to bring a depth of knowledge of the human body to her clients. Christine specializes in corrective alignment, rehabilitation, movement, and improving sports performance for numerous college & professional athletes in the NFL, MLB & NBA. Is Yoga fundamentally a physical or spiritual practice? Is there a way to physically practice Yoga without embracing the spiritual elements? Join us for the 1st part of this introductory overview to find and be part of the conversation!

Join us in the Aftermath where we continue our examination of White Supremacy!

Imagine growing up in a white supremacist church and being taught from a young age that the only skin color that exemplifies the image of God is white and that everyone else is non-human. In our latest series, we talk with Sarah Bruce who grew up in and ultimately ended up leaving the “Church of Israel” which still holds to & preaches white supremacy to this very day. . What are their core beliefs and what was it like growing up in a church that tried to use the bible to preach white supremacy? Turn into this incredibly important & relevant conversation to find out!

In our first-ever Cultish “State of the Union”, we are joined by former Hare Krishna & head roaster of Kahi Roasting Co Alexander Larsen! All 3 of us dive into a raw, uncensored, & wildly caffeinated conversation surrounding the current "Cultish" state of Affairs in The year of our Lord 2020 A.D. Buckle up! This episode is a wild ride!

Have you ever run into a group at a Wal-Mart,Target, Shopping Mall, or School Campus wanting to talk to you about "God The Mother"? If so, chances are you were talking with a well known Koreon based cult known as the World Mission Society Church Of God. Who are exactly are they & what do we really know about their founder On-Song-Hong? How do they fall into the catory of cult We also take an in-depth look as to how they fall into the catogory of a cult following the well know BITE model given by cult Expert Steven Hassan

Join us in the Aftermath where we debrief on our exploration of Charles Manson!

In the final segment of our true crime series, We are joined again by Dr. Robyn Hall as we look into the infamous trial of Manson and his family that gathered not only national attention, but also that of president Richard Nixon. In our first segment, we look into the investigations that took place in the wake of the murders at 10050 Cielo Drive and also discuss what forms of independent lines of testimony and witness were gathered and Norman to formulate a conviction & put mansion & his family on trial.

Join us in the Aftermath where we continue our discussion of Charles Manson and Spaun Ranch!

This is the beginning of our second series in this extended True Crime series, Jeremiah & Andrew are joined once again by Dr. Robyn Hall aka (Dr. Mind-Hunter) and the three discuss the formulation of the Manson Family during the 1967 Summer of Love. The Hippie movement was the catalyst that brought Charlie to San Fransisco, but why did He move to Los Angeles? For what reason did Charlie amass a small following? Check your favorite podcast catcher for this brand new episode of Cultish to get a glimpse of life as a Manson.

Join us in the Aftermath where we continue our examination of Charles Manson!

In our latest series we delve into the dark and world of Charles Manson and are joined by Dr Robyn Hall who obtained her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern University in 2016. ⠀ ⠀ She was saved by grace in 2011 and has been a member of Apologia Church since that time. ⠀ ⠀ Dr. Hall's primary area of expertise is in the treatment of Posttraumatic Stress resulting from various trauma. ⠀ ⠀ Her dissertation focused on the treatment of PTSD in United States combat Veterans and she completed her predoctoral internship at Arizona State Hospital. ⠀ ⠀ Until recently, Dr. Hall has worked in private practice as a Psychologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Hall's is currently on sabbatical to focus on her growing family.⠀ ⠀ Nearly 50 years after the Infamous murders took place. people have still tried to grasp and understand who he was and why he did what he did. ⠀ ⠀ In our first episode we start at the very beginning from his early childhood and explore many of the sociological aspects that made him who he was. ⠀ ⠀ This is the first part of our extended true crime series.

Join us in the Aftermath where we continue our discussion on UFOs!

New Episode is live!!! ⠀ ⠀ In our latest series, we are joined Guest Dr Raymond Boeche is the Founder and former director of the Fortean Research Center & has been involved in the study of unexplained phenomena since 1965. ⠀ ⠀ He has served as Nebraska State Director for the Mutual UFO Network, on the Board of Advisors for Citizens Against UFO Secrecy, and in various capacities with numerous other organizations around the world involved in the study of unexplained phenomena.⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀ While Government secrecy & cover-ups have always been part and parcel to UFO sightings, its connection to the world of the occult & black magic has been incredibly underplayed. ⠀ ⠀ Is there a spiritual danger to this phenomena, that well known spokespeople in the UFO community like Jeremy Corbell, George Knapp, & Louis Elizondo might not fully be wary of?⠀ ⠀ Tune in to the 1st part of this for this incredibly important conversation to find out!!

In Part 2 of our series, we continue our conversation with about making sense of current end times. Throughout history, people have used apocalyptic books like "Revelation" & the "Olivet Discourse" to try and interpret & make sense of events like The Cold War, 9/11, The War on Terror, & especially current events taking place right now. Is there an alternative to making sense if biblical prophecy asides from lining it up against whatever the current headlines are? Tune in to fine out! Dr. Gary Demar author of “Last Days Madness,

In our latest series we explore all the mysteries & complexities of “The Last Days” Throughout history & especially the last 40 years, people have used apocalyptic books like Revelation to try and make sense of complex world events & in many cases, forecast specific dates for the end of the world. Why do people have such a fascination with the last days & how does it played in to Infamous cults like the Manson Family & the tragedy portrayed in the recent mini-series WACO? Is there a way to make reasonable sense of things like “The Mark of the beast”? We are joined by Dr Gary Demar author of “last madness.” You can check out all of his resources at https://americanvision.org/

In part 2 of our series, we continue our discussion with Michele Kissman who spent nearly 30 years in the Worldwide Church of God. ⠀ Throughout its entirety, the WWCOG was considered a cult by most evangelicals until recent revisions including changing their name to Grace Communion International in order to distance from all the negative history and baggage associated with the name and Armstrong. Updated editions of Walter Martins “Kingdom of the Cults” also credited them for moving from Cultism into Christianity. Where does Worldwide Church of God stand really stand theologically and are there areas that we should all be still be concerned about? Tune into our latest series to find out!

In our latest series we talk with Michele Kissman who spent nearly 30 years in the Worldwide Church of God otherwise known as Armstrongism. In the first part of our discussion we focus in on its founder Herbert W. Armstrong (1892–1986), who was an American newspaper advertising designer prior to starting the WWCOG. Why did his radio & television program “The World Tomorrow” with its apocalyptic vision of world events captivating to so many? What lessons can we learn from here given current events in our world? Tune in to find out!

Jeremiah and Andrew continue their discussion with Matt DeJesus on Covid 19 and the rise of AI.

In this episode Jeremiah and the Super Sleuth enter into the COVID-19 pandemic that has taken the world hostage. Joining them is Matt De Jesus an avid filmmaker who has been in business for over 30 years. Together the three highlight current events and contrast the climate of the outbreak of COVID-19 with the rise of A.I. "What do COVID-19 and A.I. have in common?" and "Can A.I. solve the problem that plagues all mankind"? Tune into Cultish where this time we enter into current affairs and the rise of A.I.

Continuing last weeks discussion on the relationship between New Thought cults and the Word of Faith movement, we are joined by former New Thought proponent Melissa Doughtery and ex New Ager Steven Bancarz to examine positive confessionalism. This “name it and claim it” doctrine originated in the late 1800s with the teaching known as the Law of Attraction, first coined by Luciferian Helena Blavatsky, and became a staple teaching in New Thought and New Age philosophy. Statements such as “you possess what you confess” (Kenyon) and “you can have what you say” (Hagin) are classic lines by prominent Word of Faith fathers, though these principles originate from the metaphysical schools of the late 19th century. Positive confessionalism has worked its way into some very influential modern-day charismatic churches who have began to embrace the likes of Copeland and Hinn within their circles, refurbishing this doctrine under the new titles “declaration” and “decree”. Join us as we discuss the pervasiveness, error, and danger of this staple WOF doctrine and its relationship to the New Thought cults of past and present.

The Word of Faith movement is often critiqued for its health and wealth Gospel, charismatic abuses, and the antics of its televangelists. What’s talked about less often is its historical ties to the metaphysical cults of the late 1800s, and its doctrinal parallels to New Thought and New Age spirituality. Word of Faith grandfather E. W. Kenyon (1867-1948) was influenced by New Thought teachers such as Phineas Quimby and Mary Baker Eddy, thanks to his extensive metaphysical library and the influence of New Thought at his college of study. These teachings later become adopted and intensified by the father of the modern WOF movement Kenneth E. Hagin, who inspired the likes of Copeland, Roberts, and Hinn. In this series, we are joined by former New Thought proponent Melissa Doughtery and former New Ager Steve Bancarz to document these historical ties and analyze the striking similarities between WOF teachings and the metaphysical cults of past and present.

In the third & final part of our “How to Talk to Mormon Missionaries” series we are joined once again by former Mormon missionary Dan Tate and dive into the meat and potatoes of LDS Theology derived from “Lesson Two: Plan of Salvation” from the “Preach My Gospel” handbook. Lesson One was the bridge used by the LDS to show how they are different from Christianity; and how through the Great Apostasy the truth of the gospel was lost. Lesson 2 aims to help the Investigator walk the bridge through the Ordinances of the gospel. So what is the Plan of Salvation now? How are you saved according to LDS theology? Better yet, What are the ordinances that Joseph Smith restored? If you’ve ever wondered what to expect if you ever sit down with a pair of missionaries, our guest Dan Tate gives quite the unique perspective as someone who once believed and taught this message to others for 2 years while on his mission in Florida.

In the second part of our “How to Talk to Mormon Missionaries” series we are joined once again by former Mormon missionary Dan Tate and dive into the Mormon concept of the “Restoration and the Authority of Joseph Smith” derived from the “The Message of the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ” from the “Preach My Gospel” handbook. ⠀ ⠀⠀ How can you know the impressions of your heart are your desires or from God? ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Was it up to Joseph to Restore the Gospel or has the Word of God and the Church been preserved throughout time by the power of the Holy Spirit? ⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀If you’ve ever wondered what to expect if you ever sit down with a pair of missionaries, our guest Dan Tate gives quite the unique perspective as someone who once believed and taught this message to others for 2 years while on his mission in Florida.

In our latest series, we are joined once again by former mormon missionary Dan Tate as we examine the 1st lesson that Mormon Missionaries will teach potential converts called “The Message of the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ”. Did the Christian church really go into darkness & apostasy for nearly 1800+ plus years requiring a complete restoration? Is the current mormon church even consistent with the original claims of their prophet Joseph Smith when this alleged restoration took place? If you’ve ever wondered what to expect if you ever sit down with a pair of missionaries, our guest Dan gives quite the unique perspective as someone who once believed and taught this message to others for 2 years while on his mission in clearwater Fl.

In Part 2 of our series, we continue our discussion with former Mormon Missionary Dan Tate who served a 2 year mission in Jacksonville, Florida. During that time on his mission, Apostle Russell M Nelson (now currently the residing Mormon prophet) came and gave a talk at his one of his missionary gatherings and said something incredibly revealing about the ultimate purpose of missionaries out on the field. Curious about what was said and how its related to the expansion of the Mormon Empire? Tune in to Find out!

Episode 1: Mormon Missionary Lessons Have you ever wondered what a missionary would teach if you invited them in? Have you ever been confused with how similar the LDS terminology is compared to Christian terminology, when you KNOW they are different gospels? As an introduction to this series, we start off from ground zero; the process of a missionary applying for service, the missionary training center (MTC), and the culture surrounding the Missionary's departure. With our returning guest Daniel Tate, we jump back in time when he first turned his Missionary Papers in 10 years ago, and the steps he took to prepare for a long 2 years of service.

In Part 2 of our exclusive, we continue our conversation with Briell Decker who grew up in the FLDS ( Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) & and became the 65th wife to Warren Jeffs at the age of 18. Shortly after, she began to heavily question the movement she grew up in just as Warren Jeffs became a fugitive from the FBI & became a household name on all the national headlines. How did this collision of worlds lead to her escape from this notorious cult? Tune in to find out! Please consider supporting us at https://thecultishshow.com/donate to help this program to continue and give cult survivors like Brielle a voice.

Join us for this exclusive as we talk with Briell Decker who offers a unique first hand perspective of what it was really like growing up in the FLDS. ( Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) At the age of 18, she became and the 65th wife of Warren Jeffs who's considered by many as one of the most notorious cult leaders in American History. We hope you all ejoy the 1st part of this incrediable conversation. Please consider supporting was at https://thecultishshow.com/donate to help this program to continue and give survivors like Brielle a voice.

Latest episode is up! ⠀ Listen now on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcast catcher! ⠀ In 2nd part of our latest series, we continue our talk with Yvonne Welz & Talk about why she continued to Participate in New Age practices Even while being an active member in the Mormon Church... We also talk about what caused her to finally leave the LDS church and to stop all of her new age practices.. We also talked about some of the biggest difficulties that both ex cultists & new agers have when transitioning into biblical Christianity & the local church. ⠀ Tune in to the final part of the series and let us know what you think!