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Cultimatum: The Cult & Human Trafficking Podcast

Anonymous Andrew & Melody

Cultimatum: The Cult & Human Trafficking PodcastFrom the studio of Anonymous Andrew Podcast, we present "Cultimatum," a new podcast show that uncovers the hidden world of cults and human trafficking. Cultimatum is a cult podcast that dives deep into the hidden world of manipulation, control, and survival. Hosted by Anonymous Andrew and survivor-advocate Melody Post, each episode shares powerful stories from cult survivors, experts, and whistleblowers — exposing the tactics used to recruit and

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54:22

Jennifer Redcay-Pushing Back The Darkness

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2025/10/26

Ep. #89 Jennifer Redcay-Pushing Back The DarknessPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode of the Cultimatum podcast, Jennifer Redcay shares her harrowing journey of growing up in a Christian-based cult, detailing the emotional and physical abuse she endured. Jennifer discusses her early life, the manipulative tactics used by the cult leaders, and the isolation she experienced. She recounts the turning point

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51:23

Nicole Mafi-The Leader's Daughter (part 2)

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2025/10/19

Ep.#88 Nicole-Mafi-The Leader's Daughter (Part 2)Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode, Nicole Mafi shares her harrowing journey growing up in the Kingston clan, a polygamist cult led by her father. She discusses the strict control over education, the trauma she experienced, and the challenges of leaving the cult. Nicole reflects on her desire for personal growth and education, the impact of cult ideology

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49:42

Nicole Mafi-The Leader's Daughter (part 1)

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2025/10/12

Ep. #87 Nicole Mafi-The Leader's Daughter (part 1)Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode, Nicole Mafi shares her harrowing journey growing up in the Kingston clan, a polygamist cult led by her father. She discusses the strict control over education, the trauma she experienced, and the challenges of leaving the cult. Nicole reflects on her desire for personal growth and education, the impact of cult ideology

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60:14

From Apostolic Preacher to Professional Fighter With...

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2025/10/05

Ep. #86 From Apostolic Preacher to Professional Fighter With Seth PelfreyPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode of Cultimatum, Seth Pelfrey shares his harrowing journey from being a member of a high-control religious group to finding freedom and self-identity. He discusses the struggles of labeling his past as a cult, the intense indoctrination he experienced, and the challenges he faced in his marriage due

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60:12

Inside The Rama Cult: Shifrah's Story

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2025/09/28

Ep, #85 SInside The Rama Cult: Shifrah's StoryPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode, Shifrah Morgan shares her harrowing experience growing up in the Rama cult, detailing the manipulation, gaslighting, and control tactics employed by its leader. She discusses her early life, the psychological and physical abuse within the cult, and her eventual escape at the age of 14. Shifrah reflects on the challenges of

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61:24

Summer Speaks Out: Healing from the Jehovah’s...

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2025/09/21

Ep. #84 Summer Speaks Out: Healing from the Jehovah’s Witnesses CultPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this conversation, Summer shares her journey of healing and gratitude after leaving the Jehovah's Witnesses cult. She expresses appreciation for her supportive husband and the new community she has found, emphasizing the importance of unconditional love and acceptance. Summer also discusses her creative pursuits,

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54:13

From Mormon Roots to Cult Recovery: Rob Tobler Speaks...

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2025/09/14

Ep.#83 From Mormon Roots to Cult Recovery: Rob Tobler Speaks OutPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode, Rob Tobler shares his profound journey from being a fifth-generation member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to becoming a vocal critic of the church. He discusses the pivotal moments that led to his faith crisis, including access to historical documents that contradicted his beliefs. Rob

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54:11

Segregation, Faith & Freedom: Inside the Worldwide...

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2025/09/07

Ep#82 Segregation, Faith & Freedom: Inside the Worldwide Church of GodPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode of the Cultimatum podcast, we interview Pamela Redd, a survivor of the Worldwide Church of God. Pamela shares her journey from being raised in a cult with rigid doctrines and authoritarian leadership to her path of healing and self-discovery after being disfellowshipped. She discusses the

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43:51

The Contraption with Barton Allen Stewart

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2025/08/31

Ep, #81 The Contraption with Barton Allen StewartPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode of Cultimatum, hosts Anonymous Andrew and Melody engage with cult researcher Barton Stewart, who shares his insights on cult dynamics, societal attitudes towards cults, and the psychological manipulation involved in cult recruitment. They discuss the impact of high-profile cult incidents like the Jonestown Massacre, the

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62:29

Beyond the JW Walls: Healing After Abuse & Control

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2025/08/24

Ep. #80 Beyond the JW Walls: Healing After Abuse & ControlPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode, Cat, a former Jehovah's Witness, shares her harrowing journey from questioning her faith to experiencing abuse within her marriage and the community. She discusses the struggles of leaving a toxic relationship, the hypocrisy of the elders, and the challenges of navigating life after leaving the cult. Cat

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55:00

Where Do I Belong? — with Sarah Carrington

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2025/08/17

Ep. #80 Where Do I Belong? — with Sarah CarringtonPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode, we explore the powerful story of Sarah Carrington, a nurse and author who shares her journey of resilience after growing up in high-control religious communes in Canada. Sarah discusses her experiences of trauma, her quest for freedom, and the challenges she faced in navigating life after leaving the cult. She

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60:45

From Victim to Survivor: Ali's Story

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2025/08/10

#79 From Victim to Survivor: Ali's StoryPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this powerful episode, Ali Allred shares her harrowing journey from being a victim of human trafficking, kidnapping, and domestic violence to becoming a survivor and advocate. She discusses the complexities of her experiences, including the manipulation and grooming tactics used by her traffickers, the challenges of escaping her situation, and

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53:53

Escaping the JW's: Perla's Journey

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2025/08/04

Ep.#77 Escaping the JW's: Pearl's JourneyPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenseIn this episode, Perla shares her profound journey from being raised in the Jehovah's Witnesses to recognizing the cult-like nature of the organization. She discusses her experiences of deconstruction, the impact of cult dynamics on personal identity, and the struggles of leaving a tightly-knit community. Pearl also explores the BITE model of

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57:26

Deconstructing Hasidic Judaism: Dave Lennon’s Story...

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2025/07/27

Ep. #76 Deconstructing Hasidic Judaism: Dave Lennon’s Story of SurvivalPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesIn this episode, hosts Melody and Andrew reflect on the emotional journey of their guest, David, who is navigating his deconstruction from an Orthodox community. They discuss the complexities of his experiences, particularly during adolescence, and the challenges faced by those in similar situations. The

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60:39

Unmasking the Cult of MLMs

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2025/07/20

Ep.#75 Unmasking the Cult of MLMsPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesIn this episode, the hosts delve into the world of multi-level marketing (MLM) and its parallels with cult dynamics. They discuss the BITE model, which outlines how MLMs manipulate behavior, information, thought, and emotions to control their members. The conversation highlights the psychological tactics used to recruit individuals, the emotional toll

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53:24

Surviving the Praise Power Prayer Temple with Heather...

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2025/07/13

Ep.# 74 Surviving the Praise Power Prayer Temple with Heather FordPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesIn this episode, Heather Ford shares her harrowing experience as a survivor of the Praise Power Prayer Temple, detailing the abuse she endured, her escape from the cult, and her ongoing fight for justice. Heather discusses the psychological and emotional toll of her experiences, the impact on her mental health, and her

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66:49

Breaking Free from the Amish: Nora's Story

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2025/07/06

Ep.#73 Breaking Free from the Amish: Nora's StoryPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expenses (and thank you to those you have so far it is really appreciated)In this episode, Nora Bontrager, a former member of the Amish community, shares her transformative journey from a life of strict rules and patriarchal control to one of independence and self-discovery. She discusses her upbringing, the challenges of marriage, and the

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67:13

Cults, Trafficking, & the Fight for Justice with Kim...

Cultimatum: The Cult & Human Trafficking Podcast ·

2025/06/29

Ep.#72 Cults, Trafficking, & the Fight for Justice with Kim KelleyPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesIn this episode, Kim Kelley, a survivor of the Children of God cult, shares her harrowing experiences and insights into the world of cults and human trafficking. She emphasizes the unique vulnerabilities of children born into cults, the pervasive nature of brainwashing, and the urgent need for societal awareness and

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52:26

Joel Crosby -Potter's House

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2025/06/22

Ep.#71 Joel Crosby -Potter's HousePlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesSummaryIn this episode, Joel Crosby shares his harrowing journey growing up in the Potter's House, a church with cult-like characteristics. He discusses the manipulative tactics used by the church, including military-style boot camps and pastoral manipulation that led to his estrangement from his father. Crosby highlights the struggles he faced with

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63:57

From Cult to Creativity: Micah's Journey Out of JW's

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2025/06/15

Ep. #70 From Cult to Creativity: Micah's Journey Out of JW'sPlease consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesIn this episode of the Cultimatum podcast, Micah Losh shares his harrowing journey as a former Jehovah's Witness. He discusses the impact of growing up in a high-control environment, the trauma of losing his father, and the struggles with mental health and identity that followed. Micah reflects on the challenges of grieving

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