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A podcast about cults, extreme belief, and manipulation – from two hosts who’ve actually lived it. Hosted by Lola Blanc and Meagan Elizabeth. Got your own story about cults, extreme belief, or manipulation? Leave a voicemail or text us at 347-86-TRUST (347-868-7878) OR shoot us an email at Trust Me Pod @gmail.com INSTAGRAM: @TrustMePodcast @oohlalola @meaganelizabeth11 TWITTER: @TrustMeCultPod @ohlalola @baberahamhicks TIKTOK: @TrustMeCultPodcast
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NXIVM (pronounced "Nexium") calls itself a humanitarian community. Experts call it a cult. Uncover: Escaping NXIVM is an investigative podcast series about the group, its leader Keith Raniere and one woman's journey to get out. From CBC Podcasts and CBC News. For the best in true crime from CBC, ad-free, visit apple.co/cbctruecrime.
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NXIVM on Trial

Times Union

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Listen to developments in the saga of Keith Raniere and NXIVM, the shadowy upstate New York organization that was at the center of a federal investigation into alleged extortion, sex trafficking and more.
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Tired of the misinformation and propaganda in current true crime reporting, podcasts and documetaries; Roberta Glass set out in 2018 to create a true crime podcast sourced directly from the court records and case files. Roberta's drive and curiosity to look more deeply into true crime cases has taken her to the courthouse where she covered to the NXIVM trial, Ghislaine Maxwell trial and Larry Ray trial as well as Jeffrey Epstein related hearings.
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20/20

ABC News

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Unforgettable true crime mysteries, exclusive newsmaker interviews, hard-hitting investigative reports and in-depth coverage of high profile stories. Now listen twice weekly, with The 20/20 True Crime Vault each Wednesday.
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Infamous: NXIVM's Inner Circle

Campside Media / Sony Music Entertainment

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News leaks that someone in the self-help group NXIVM has branded female members with their leader’s initials. Now, the nation believes they are a cult. In the hopes of changing the narrative, NXIVM gives Vanessa exclusive access to the group’s top members, like Seagram’s heir Clare Bronfman and Smallville star Allison Mack. Unlock all episodes of Infamous: NXIVM's Inner Circle, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first o ...
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Best Case Worst Case

X-G Productions

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We take you behind police lines. Former FBI profiler Jim Clemente & former federal prosecutor Francey Hakes get unparalleled access to law enforcement officers, looking back at their most memorable cases – for better or for worse.
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True Crimes

True Crimes

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This show covers some current crime topics. Interviews and discussions about true crime stories. Intro music from http://brainybetty.com/soundsforpowerpoint.htm
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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 ...
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Beyond the Rainbow Podcast

Rainbowcrimes

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Beyond the Rainbow Podcast a.k.a. Rainbow Crimes is a show about crimes committed by and against the LGBTQ plus community. Join host C.J. for an array of true crime stories from all over the world, especially lesser known cases. Remember, it's not a crime to be gay...unless you're a murderer... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-rainbow-podcast--4398945/support.
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This is the podcast where two passions become one. Here weekly I will present a true crime story. It may be a crime you know about and it may be one that is new to you. Every other week, I will be interviewing an author. Maybe an author and some books you have never known about. So if you like True crime and have a passion to read, this is the podcast for you!
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Hosted by journalist Josh Bloch (“Uncover: Escaping NXIVM”), THE LOST KIDS dives deep into the search for a missing teen, uncovering the dark and twisted business of tough-love programs for “troubled teens” and their ties to one of America's most dangerous cults. Credits: Jessica Grimshaw- For USG Audio Jennifer Sears- For USG Audio Josh Bloch- Executive Producer, Host, Producer Kathleen Goldhar- Executive Producer, Producer Amanda McPhillips- Executive Producer Stuart Coxe- Executive Produc ...
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NVus Alien

Heather Woodward

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Welcome to the NVus Alien Podcast, where real life meets the bizarre. We dive into true crime, UFO sightings, alien encounters, and conspiracy theories, all with a twist of the supernatural. Get ready to explore the unknown—where truth is often stranger than fiction. Let’s get weird! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nvus-alien--4798594/support.
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Blown for Good: Scientology Exposed

Marc Headley & Claire Headley

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Marc Headley worked at Scientology’s secret desert compound, which houses all Scientology management, for 15 years. The 500-acre property is located deep in the California desert. The local townspeople were told lectures and films were made there. But is that all that was happening? It is the location of a multi-million dollar home for L. Ron Hubbard, built two decades after his death. It is the home of Scientology’s current leader, David Miscavige. So what really happens at the Int Base? Ar ...
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PodSoup

PodSoup

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So many podcasts, so little time - what to listen to? On PodSoup, Michelle and Tracey fuel their podcast obsession by producing a podcast...about podcasts. Favourites shared, suggestions welcomed.
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WolfsCampFire

WolfsCampFire

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Im a horror narrator on YouTube, and love all things spooky. So.. whether you're sitting around the campfire, on the night shift, or even laying in bed... let my voice soothe your nightmares. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wolfscampfire/support
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Mike Rinder, prominent whistleblower, exposes the abuses of the church of scientology through personal stories, interviews and scrutiny of current affairs. Mike spent 34 years working at the top ranks of the church of scientology and was directly involved with the inner workings of their spy unit: the Office of Special Affairs. He left the church in 2007 and has been exposing the abuses of this cult since 2009. Mike co-hosted the popular Emmy winning TV show, Leah Remini, Scientology and the ...
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Mandyland

Mandy Wintink

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an insight into the wonderful people, conversations, and topics that are present in my life. In any given week I end up talking about neuroscience, motherhood, education, feminist and a variety of other social justice issues, gender and LGTBQ2S+, mental health and wellness, community, and yoga and mindfulness.
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Run, Bambi, Run

Apple TV+ / Campside Media

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Laurie Bembenek was a Milwaukee police officer and Playboy Club bunny before being arrested for the murder of her husband’s ex-wife, a crime she insisted she did not commit. Nicknamed “Bambi Bembenek,” she became a tabloid fixation, a feminist cause célèbre and, after she escaped from prison, an American folk hero, though she was never exonerated. Journalist and Campside Media co-founder Vanessa Grigoriadis takes a fresh look at the case Diane Sawyer called the "most glamorous murder case of ...
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Smoking Mirrors

I.W , Timmy, Guillermo

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Welcome to Smoking Mirrors. We don't smoke by the way but we do talk a lot. We're just three students in China discussing global situations, local events, psychology, etc. giving our honest opinion on whatever comes up. As Hitler once said, "He alone, who owns the youth, gains the future" and today we're offering you a window into our worlds and minds. Our aim is to discuss what needs to be discussed, offer genuine and uncensored opinions and get our voices out into the world. Enjoy
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WEBSLEUTHS RADIO PODCAST

Tricia Griffith

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WEBSLEUTHS RADIO PODCAST features the latest breaking cases, biggest stories, powerful interviews, and exclusive guests. MONTHLY SUPPORT - Please support our podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes. Contribute today for as little as .99 per month, 4.99 per month or 9.99 per month. Thank you so much! https://anchor.fm/websleuthsradiopodcast WANT TO ADVERTISE ON WEBSLEUTHS RADIO PODCAST? Visit our listing on Advertisecast to learn more: https://www.advertisecast.c ...
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Send us a text Ever wondered why intelligent, capable individuals fall prey to cults? Get ready to uncover the intricate world of coercive organizations as Sarah Edmondson, former NXIVM member turned whistleblower, joins us to share her 12-year journey inside the notorious group. Sarah's transformation from a devoted follower to a fierce advocate i…
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35 year old Kristin Snyder disappeared from her home of Anchorage, Alaska while attending NXIVM (Nexium) Cult classes, never to be seen again. It's been over two decades since she went missing. This is a collaboration episode with Sinister Steph of Sinister Story Hour. A big thank you to Ted and J.J. (Conspiring to Argue Podcast) for developing the…
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**NOTE: This episode originally aired in 2021** When the LA party scene didn't fit Jessica's lifestyle anymore, she replaced martinis and after-hour clubs with green juices and tonic bars. But the reemergence of a childhood trauma forced her to examine her inner self. One day, a friend told her about a class that could improve her life even more. T…
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It was a company that offered so-called self-help programs. But some former members allege the leader of NXIVM, Keith Raniere, operated a secret sorority within the group; one that treated women as slaves and branded them – literally – for life. Originally aired 12/15/17 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Get ready for some serious tea. In this throwback episode of the Envious Alien Podcast, we dig into the dark and twisted world of power abuse, manipulation, and predation. We’re talking Tony Robbins, NXIVM, and everything in between. You’ll hear us dissect the Me Too movement, sex trafficking, and how power-hungry creeps like Tony Robbins and Keith…
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Today our guest is Gareth Gore, journalist and author whose new book Opus is about Opus Dei, an ultra-conservative Catholic sect, its harmful practices, its history of dark money, and its connections to modern day right-wing American politics. Gareth shares how he came to this story while investigating the shady practices at a bank in Spain, the hi…
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They were a young couple living the good life in Palo Alto, California. She, a beautiful, ambitious, real estate agent and he, the fun-loving owner of a local hookah lounge. In this story, a tumultuous 2-year romance leads to fiery passion and then murder. How did the relationship become so volatile, and who is responsible for the death? What follo…
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Ken was a well loved Jr. High School teacher in Des Moines, Iowa. He knew he was gay but went the route of marrying a woman, having children with this woman and not living his truth. But in the 80's Ken decided it was time to be who he really was. His life would come crashing down one fateful night in February of 1988. His teenaged daughter was a p…
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When police find UVA lacrosse player Yeardley Love’s brutally beaten body, their investigation shockingly points to another student athlete. Originally Aired 1/5/23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesABC News による
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In Part 2 of Angela's story, the realities of Falun Gong’s grip on her family deepen. Angela reflects on the emotional toll of a cult that prioritized spiritual salvation over physical health—even as her mother’s condition worsens. But escaping isn’t easy when your family remains deep in the cult’s ideologies… Angela’s journey out of this cult is f…
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Examining the STS podcast interview with former Lieutenant in the California Department of Corrections about his experience with the Menéndez Brothers. Thank you Patrons! Jimmy Jay, Averil Meyer, Farriaz Amini, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Susan, Pepper Mings, Cuban Burn Nurse, Kimberly Lovelace, Jeri Falk, Victoria Devenish, Penni Miller, Barb Nauman, J…
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A riveting dialogue unfolds as LA Starks joins David McClam on the podcast, where she delves into the intricate worlds of energy politics and thrilling fiction. The episode begins with a heartfelt message from the host, addressing mental health awareness, which sets a compassionate tone for the conversation. Starks, known for her gripping thrillers…
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Rosie O’Donnell has become the mouthpiece for the convicted killers but was she manipulated? Show Notes: Psychology Today "When You Love Psychopaths..." -https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/head-games/202409/when-you-love-a-psychopath-4-phases-and-4-repercussions Bustle "9 Creepiest Techniques Sociopaths Use" -https://www.bustle.com/p/the-9-cre…
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What happens when your personal trials become public battles? We're diving deep into the drama that unfolded over the summer, involving alleged harassment and shocking legal disputes. Names like Anthony Christopher and Javier Leiva have become part of a narrative filled with accusations and attempts to undermine my work. Drawing strength from adver…
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The convicted killer brothers are all the rage! Let’s talk about it! Show Notes: AP Archive "Phil Spector's Lawyer Denies Defense Hid Evidence" -https://youtu.be/vPZqtcwyo4c?si=bPGesiydbRExGAa1 NewsNation "Rosie O'Donnell - Nobody Believed the Menendez Brothers" -https://youtu.be/3r6maEAVOJY?si=ILIp3T9JTayRN-wf Dominick Dunne "Justice" - https://a.…
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In this episode, we’re headed to Little Rock, Arkansas, to dive into the haunted and scandal-ridden Fee House. This place has a serious reputation for its paranormal activity, and we’re here to see if it lives up to the hype. Why Listen? If you’re into haunted mansions, paranormal vibes, and scandalous family history, this episode is a must. We’re …
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Today our guest is a woman whom we’ll call Norah. She tells us about a Facebook group for women in Los Angeles that ended up getting very culty. We’ll talk about why it was exciting in the beginning to connect with other women in a new way, how other subgroups began to form (including one secret, exclusive one) and how the admin, who we’ll call Viv…
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A shocking crime jolts a small town when a young woman disappears and is later found dead. The last person seen with her-- a mysterious figure in camouflage. Investigators focus on several suspects, and one is convicted. But did they get the right man? Originally Aired 9/29/17 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Talking about Judge Everett’s latest ruling. Show Notes: Court TV "Donna Adelson Keeps Charlie's Attorney" -https://youtu.be/AEmnboscYkc?si=-5r5ML8KTPzI5Zaq Carl Steinbeck "Judge Everett Clears His Court of Convicted Counsel" - https://www.youtube.com/live/KHOMW92o704?si=AgtxU-hSHafkbje5 Thank you Patrons! Averil Meyer, Farriaz Amini, Jude Barnes, …
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Send us a text Ever wondered how authoritarian groups like Scientology manage to exert such control over their members? Renowned author Jon Atack joins us for a riveting exploration of Scientology's psychological grip and the arduous journeys of those who break free. Jon's book, "Let's Sell These People a Piece of Blue Sky," serves as a pivotal res…
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To honor DV survivors and remember those lost to Domestic Violence, I bring you 4 cases of DV within the LGBTQ plus community. Rainbow Crimes | creating podcast episodes | Patreon Intro: Black Moons by The 126ers Outro: Subtle Betrayal by SYBS Resources: https://thelittlerebellion.com/index.php/2020/12/male-rape-survivor-speaks-out-against-sexual-a…
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Jealousy rears its ugly head when University of Florida freshman, Christian Aguilar, is reported missing under mysterious circumstances. Originally Aired 1/5/23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesABC News による
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When her mother fell sick, young Angela had no idea that she would spend her childhood growing up in a dangerous cult. Falun Gong, a Chinese spiritual movement-slash-religion-slash-cult, known for its Shen Yun dancers and its ties to 'The Epoch Times’ entangled her family in its facade of meditation and enlightenment. In this two-part episode, Ange…
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As George Gascon review’s their case for a possible retrial let’s discuss how the Menendez brother’s told us everything about their real motive for murder. Show Notes: Menendez Trials "Erik Menendez Cross Examination" - https://youtu.be/nHxYKzxXg20?si=7JnsToE6ttmFr-dO Thank you Patrons! Averil Meyer, Farriaz Amini, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Susan, Pep…
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Jim and Francey conclude their discussion with Julie Dove about a murder case from her youth in Texas. Listen to True Texas Crime: The Significant Life of Angela Stevens 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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States Attorney Georgia Cappleman was caught on a hot mic at Wendi Adelson’s mother, Donna Adelson saying “Wendi, Wendi, Wendi. It’s all about you.” In this episode Roberta explains one possible meaning behind Ms. Cappleman’s remark. Show Notes: Tallahassee Democrat "Dan Markel Murder. Wendi Adelson Grilled As She Testifies" - https://youtu.be/tFrf…
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Today is part two with Demetria, survivor of the Oregon new age cult, Twin Ray. This week she shares more about the wild claims that the leaders made about their mystical backgrounds, how deeply rooted the culture of self blame was (including blaming one woman for her own cancer), and the massive property they purchased in Oregon which was financed…
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When a 19-year-old woman's car is found on a New Jersey bridge, a classmate comes forward with information that helps authorities discover what happened. Originally aired: 3/1/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesABC News による
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Discussing the dynamics of the Adelson family. Show Notes: Fanci Fiction "Charlie Adelson is Bad at Sex" - https://youtu.be/kUzqcOTpUGg?si=WsFVk2KmfMjxK_uC True Lifestyles "Donna Adelson's Prison Visits.." -https://youtu.be/vUSrahvQ0jM?si=GWo58bzyj5_6JTV6 Roberta Glass "The Maestro" - https://youtu.be/ynhXioMTkCk?si=TpV6BSR9l0tufNMt Pretty Lies & A…
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what it takes to leave one of the most secretive organizations in the world? Join Claire and me as we sit down with Katherine, a former Sea Org member who devoted 27 years of her life to Scientology's elite order, until her departure in 2021. From the early '90s to the present day, we compare our experiences an…
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When UCLA student Andrea DelVesco’s body is found in the ashes of her apartment, the police must break through a web of lies to catch a killer. Originally Aired 1/5/23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesABC News による
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