Was I In A Cult?

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  • Hosted by Tyler Measom and Liz Iacuzzi, Was I In A Cult? is a documentary-style podcast showcasing individuals who have been in, and most importantly, successfully left a cult. Told first-hand by the experiencer themself, these are raw, riveting and inspirational tales of what it means to be a survivor. Using levity and info-tainment, the show humanizes the cultic experience and may leave some of our listeners asking themselves…“Wait…Was I In A Cult?” If you or someone you know has been in a cult and want to share your story, contact us at info@wasiinacult.com. We'd love to hear from you.
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  • The Two-by-Twos: “Be Sad and Die”

    The Two-by-Twos: “Be Sad and Die”
    Sep 16 2024

    Today’s guest, Meagan, host of the "Trust Me" podcast, shares her journey growing up in the secretive Christian cult known as the Two-by-Twos. From a childhood dictated by oppressive rules that governed her every move, she reveals how this “hidden” religion shaped her life. With wit and raw honesty, Meagan recounts the manipulation and isolation she endured, and how she finally found the strength to break free.

    And shortly after, when the cult’s darkest truths finally surfaced for all the world to see, her entire idea of her childhood came crashing down. This wasn’t just a tightly controlled Christian sect, but something far more sinister…

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    Listen to Meagan’s podcast, “Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Beliefs, & Manipulation” wherever you get your podcasts.

    Follow Trust Me: @trustmepodcast

    Follow Meagan: @meaganelizabethgrainger

    Follow us on Instagram/TikTok/FB: @wasiinacult

    Have your own story? Email us: info@wasiinacult.com

    Please support Was I In A Cult? Through Patreon (we appreciate the hell out of you guys)

    Merch is here! www.wasiinacult.com

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • A Theater Group: “Lights… Camera… Cult!”

    A Theater Group: “Lights… Camera… Cult!”
    Sep 9 2024

    They say when you dream, dream big. And teenage Alex did just that. With an accent to die fahhh, this East Bostonian shares his story of joining an acting class with the promise of stardom, only to eventually realize, he was in a manipulative cult. Under the influence of a charismatic coach, Alex and his fellow students were pushed to the brink—endless rehearsals, emotional abuse, and mind games that blurred the line between ambition and exploitation. Alex exposes the dangerous allure of fame when you place the success of your future in the wrong hands... What happens when your dream become a nightmare?

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    Follow us on Instagram/TikTok/FB: @wasiinacult

    Have your own story? Email us: info@wasiinacult.com

    Please support Was I In A Cult? Through Patreon (we appreciate the hell out of you guys)

    Merch is here! www.wasiinacult.com

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    52 mins
  • The Wolf of Wall Street: “A Cult of One”

    The Wolf of Wall Street: “A Cult of One”
    Sep 2 2024

    Dr. Nadine Macaluso joins us today to discuss our first of its kind on this show… a cult of one. Who exactly was her cult leader? None other than “The Wolf of Wall Street,” her ex-husband, Jordan Belfort. In the movie adaptation of Jordan’s book, “The Wolf of Wall Street,” Dr. Nadine was portrayed by Margot Robbie and had no say in how her life was portrayed. Well, today Dr. Nadine is here to share the truth behind her picture perfect life. On the outside she had beauty, wealth, the doting husband, and two wonderful kids. But today she shares the truth about what was going on behind closed doors: the isolation, the loss of self, the abuse, the control, the manipulation and the gaslighting that kept her in a haze of confusion and pain. But, like every guest on this show, she shares the moment she finally found the strength and courage to walk away for good.

    Now a respected therapist, Dr. Nae emphasizes the importance of therapy in her healing process and destigmatizing the experiences of victims of cult leaders or pathological lovers. A Brooklyn gal at heart, Dr. Nae is as real as they get and was an absolute joy to have on the show.

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    Follow Dr. Nae: Instagram: @therealdrnadine / TikTok: @drnaelmft

    Buy Dr. Nae's book HERE

    Follow us on Instagram/TikTok/FB: @wasiinacult

    Have your own story? Email us: info@wasiinacult.com

    Please support Was I In A Cult? Through Patreon (we appreciate the hell out of you guys)

    Merch is here! www.wasiinacult.com

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    1 hr and 4 mins
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Amazing Podcast

I absolutely love this podcast! My husband recommended it to me randomly cause he heard an add for it! I tried it and was hooked! I look forward to the new episodes! The stories themselves have actually helped me realize I survived a cult as well at my old church! Thank you Tyler and Lisa for doing this podcast!

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Great commentary!

Great and relatable stories. I was one of Jehovahs Witnesses and it feels freeing hearing others escaping there cults and there progress now existing in the real world. Thanks for making this!

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Am I turning into a cult follower of this show??

My favorite new podcast. I hope to hear the stories of the hosts at some point down the road since they both mentioned they were also in cults...

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Everything I hoped for

Absolutely love the hosts and, course, the topic! It's everything I hoped it would be. Keep 'em coming!

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One of my faves

If you're a fellow cult obsessed person, you'll love this podcast. The hosts banter is great and the stories are always really engaging and interesting.

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My absolute favorite podcast

I've been listening since the very beginning. over the last few years. it's gotten better and better. their guests are always amazing. This is one of the few podcasts that I listen to all the way past the end credits because their banter is hilarious!
I really hope this podcast sticks around for a long time.

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Need more!

These two hosts could read the instructions for something boring like a refrigerator manual and I would still listen! Such great banter and charisma while still telling experiences and details that sometimes aren’t so pleasant. Need more episodes!

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Dang....this one was so rough

All of these stories have been so interesting and I am so hooked! This episode has been the absolute saddest and I will hug my kids even tighter tonight.

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Always interesting

From the first episode to the most recent, this podcast has always gotten my full attention. I’ve been able to educate others on these horrible cults. Thank you

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Interesting, but some things were embellished

Disclaimer I am a practicing member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Some of the things they say are doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Also BYU Provo does allow shorts on campus, but BYU Idaho doesn’t allow shorts in campus. I know that doesn’t really matter, but just saying not every they said about the mainstream The Church of Jesusu Christ of Latter-day Saints. I can’t say what the TLC believe. I do know that for entertainment they embellished some of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints beliefs. The main doctrines of the Church are based upon the Bible. There is a great book called, “Biblical Roots of Mormonism.” If you want to know the real beliefs maybe go to a better source. I do enjoy listening to podcasts and books about cults.

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