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jon atack, family and friendsRecovering from a Cult with Rachel BernsteinRestart and Restore is Rachel's new step-by-step guide to cult recovery. Rachel is one of the few qualified and experienced counsellors with significant experience helping former cult members. She has distilled her experience into a highly accessible book that some with a handy-sized companion volume when you are out and about.If you’ve just left a ‘cult’ or are freaked out about your membership, here are some first steps.1. Find safety. If necessary, call law enforcement.2. Make a comfortable space and sleep until you feel refreshed.3. Have medical and dental check-ups.4. Don’t meditate or do any cult-learned exercise...
2025-12-201h 26
Speaking of CultsSpeaking of Cults...Restarting After a Cult with Rachel BernsteinThis week I welcome back therapist and author Rachel Bernstein to discuss her newly released workbook on cult recovery, titled Restart and Restore. We go over what this workbook is useful for and cult recovery in general and cover a surprising amount of territory for such a short show. Enjoy!
Rachel's website: https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com
Rachel's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Restart-Restore-Journal-Survivors-Manipulation/dp/B0FR4JFV25
2025-12-0643 min
Russell Reads with the Rach(a)elsTurkey Calls and Santa Jaws [December Reading Challenge]Russell, Rachel, and Rachael chat about our December reading challenge, books with a holiday theme, which it turns out cover a wide range of topics and genres. We discuss the magic of Santa, turkeys, and the 80s.Books we discuss include:“Turkey Claus” by Wendy Silvano, illustrated by Lee Harper“Santa Jaws” by Bridget Heos, illustrated by Galia Bernstein“The Christmas Guest” by Peter Swanson“Secret Santa” by Andrew Shaffer “Silent Night: Fear Street Super Chillers” by R.L. Stine“Spirit of Steamboat” by Craig Johnson“Christmas in Absaroka County” by Craig Johnson“Hiddensee: A Tale of the Once and Future Nutcrack...
2025-12-0130 min
IndoctriNationRecognizing Reality: Surviving a Buddhist Cult with Rachel MontgomeryIn this episode, Rachel Bernstein interviews Rachel Montgomery, who recounts her harrowing journey as a survivor of a cult and sexual abuse within a Buddhist community. She describes how she was drawn into the group, the manipulative practices of the leader, and the emotional and psychological challenges she faced. She details the abuse she suffered under the guise of spiritual teachings, the devastating personal consequences, and the difficult path to recognizing the trauma for what it was. She outlines the process of seeking legal accountability, the resolution of her case, and how she has managed to reclaim her life...
2025-11-191h 19
The Dismantling Doctrine PodcastRestart and Restore: Surviving Manipulative Cults and Relationships (with Rachel Bernstein)This week I'm joined by my friend Rachel Bernstein, host of the IndoctriNation Podcast and author of a brand-new book entitled Restart and Restore: A Journal for Survivors of Manipulation.
Rachel's book, along with a companion notebook for journaling and self-reflection, are super helpful resources for those of us who come out of high-control religious groups, cults, or any sort of manipulative relationship. Choosing to leave these groups or destructive narcissistic relationships, as she reminds us, is one of the most difficult choices an individual can make--and it is far from easy. Or it may be that...
2025-11-1946 min
The Dismantling Doctrine PodcastRestart and Restore: Surviving Manipulative Cults and Relationships (with Rachel Bernstein)This week I'm joined by my friend Rachel Bernstein, host of the IndoctriNation Podcast and author of a brand-new book entitled Restart and Restore: A Journal for Survivors of Manipulation. Rachel's book, along with a companion notebook for journaling and self-reflection, are super helpful resources for those of us who come out of high-control religious groups, cults, or any sort of manipulative relationship. Choosing to leave these groups or destructive narcissistic relationships, as she reminds us, is one of the most difficult choices an individual can make--and it is far from easy. Or it may be that...
2025-11-1946 min
The Evan EditionMichael Jackson Biopic Trailer Breaks the Internet | Brendan Fraser’s Mummy 4 Comeback!Welcome back to The Evan Edition — where we talk movies, tv, comics, pop culture and everything in between!🎬 In This Episode:💀 Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein — Could This Be the Defining Monster Movie of a Generation?🎤 Michael Jackson Biopic Trailer Drops — The Biggest Music Movie of All Time?!🎮 Box Office Brawl 2026! Super Mario 2 vs. Toy Story 5 — Who Will Rule the Box Office?💰 The Mummy 4 Officially in the Works — Brendan Fraser & Rachel Weisz Return!📉 Worst October Box Office in 28 Years! What’s Going Wrong for Hollywood?🚀 Paramount Rebooting Star Trek — Bold New Era or Franchise Fatigue?⚡ Stranger Things Stars Conflict Explained — Millie Bobby Brown vs. Davi...
2025-11-102h 07
Confronting The LineE44 Confronting the Line between LOVE and LOVE BOMBING w/ Rachel BernsteinIn this nuanced and engaging conversation, Anne with therapist and cult expert Rachel Bernstein unpack the concept of love bombing, distinguishing it from genuine expressions of affection or appreciation. They define love bombing as a calculated tactic designed to fast-track loyalty, create dependency, and manipulate behavior by showering someone with praise, attention, or idealized visions of their potential—often to elicit compliance or service to a group or leader. Drawing from Anne’s personal experiences, they explore how compliments framed as empowerment can subtly condition participants to stay loyal and feel indebted, blurring the line between inspiration and coercion.
2025-09-1028 min
Moms of FlavortownMoF 120 - GBBO Series 16 Ep 1 Recap - Paul’s Emotional Support TwinkSend us a textDebbie (@waynesbasement) and Rachel (@rachelscbloor) are back to recap the first ep of the new season of Great British Bake Off on Netflix! We talk Jet Tila’s cookbook, back to school, the lack of old people on Bake Off, drag kings and of course our kids and what we’re cooking! Follow us for all things Food Network, Tournament of Champions, Top Chef, Great British Bake Off, celebrity chefs, parenting, memes, and whatever else!! News: Tesla Diner is a flophttps://www.jal...
2025-09-1046 minConfronting The LineE43 A Conversation with Rachel Bernstein: When Does Inquiry Become Indoctrination?In this thoughtful and revealing dialogue, Anne Peterson and Rachel Bernstein, noted therapist, podcaster and cult education expert, delve into the mechanics of indoctrination, especially in the context of self-help and transformational organizations like Landmark. They explore how indoctrination is often disguised as personal growth, gradually replacing critical thinking with absolute beliefs through emotional manipulation, social pressure, and redefined language. Bernstein explains how coercive environments manufacture highs that override natural skepticism, while Peterson reflects on her own experience of accepting ideas under the guise of exploration. Together, they highlight red flags—such as urgency, spe...
2025-08-1639 min
Confronting The LineE39 The Dangers of Formulaic Therapy or Self-Help: A Conversation with Rachel BernsteinIn this conversation, Anne is joined by Rachel Bernstein, LMFT, MSEd, Podcaster, and Cult Education Expert, to explore the complexities of healing and recovery, particularly in relation to high control groups, exploitative employers and abusive partners. They discuss the manipulative use of language, the concept of authenticity versus inauthenticity, and the misconceptions surrounding pain as a necessary component of personal growth. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of examining both the positive and negative aspects of past experiences, as well as the dangers of oversharing and trauma bonding in recovery contexts. They also explore the complexities of authenticity within self-help...
2025-07-171h 23The Evan EditionWONDER WOMAN IS COMING SAYS GUNN AND MORE DCU UPDATES! MORTAL KOMBAT FIRST REACTIONS! AND MORE!On this episode of The Geek Gospel, We dive into Mortal Kombat 2 saying that early reactions are 'Avengers' Endgame' excitement, Rachel Brosnahan is set to star in Apple Tv+, Presumed Innocent Season 2, James Gunn give big DCU Updates and we watch the final Trailer for Superman, And Much More!! Follow The Geek Gospel:TikTok: / TheGeekGospelInstagram: / TheGeekGospelX/Twitter: / TheGeek GospelWritten, Produced & Edited by: Chris Begley & Evan Bernstein All Research & Design By: Chris Begley & Evan Bernstein For business inquiries please contact thegeekgospelinfo@gmail.com
2025-06-1141 min
Run Your MouthBreaking SpellsInspiring stories from porch tour. The Drone Stikes on Russia. Trumps budget backlash. A couple of news clips and an interview with the Skeptical Shaman: https://www.totemreadings.com/about-rachel who hosted Texas Porch Tour. Upcoming shows in San Jose + Spokane + Portland + Reno + SLC + Vegaswww.porchtour.com - Full lineup of porchesVegas headlining date here: https://www.wiseguyscomedy.com/nevada/las-vegas/arts-district/e/robbie-bernsteinSPONSORS:Yokratom.comSheath.com (RYM CODE FOR 20% OFF)FenixAmmo.com
2025-06-051h 07
A Bit Fruity with Matt BernsteinThe Antisemitism Panic (with Matt Lieb)“From the river to the sea” is antisemitic. “Free Palestine” is antisemitic. Children’s YouTuber Ms. Rachel raising money for child amputees is antisemitic. ICE is kidnapping college students for antisemitism. Trump is dismantling higher education because of antisemitism. As a Jew, I’m… confused. And uncomfortable. Today, we examine the validity of The Antisemitism Panic, the dark underbelly of it, and the people pulling the strings to make it happen. Hint: they aren’t Jewish.
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2025-05-301h 20
Llibres, píxels i valorsLlibres, Píxels i Valors - Sylvain Prudhomme. Rachel Cusk. Sarah Bernstein. Ed. Les HoresEntrevistem a l'editora de Les Hores, Maria Sempere, per parlar de les darreres novetats del segell. Una editorial que ens porta en català bona literatura, bona teca literària. Una editorial independent que busca històries interessants que ens facin reflexionar sobre el món que ens envolta i que ens ajudin a comprendre'l una mica més. Comencem la ruta literària per l'obra de Sylvain Prudhomme, El Nen del Taxi, amb traducció d'Oriol Valls. Una novel·la que ens parla sobre els secrets familiars i l'herència històrica. Un llibre que remet a un fet real: 400.000 nens varen...
2025-05-0954 min
Nobody Should Believe MeCase Files 15: Everyday Cults with Rachel BernsteinIn this week’s episode of Case Files, we’re joined by Rachel Bernstein, a therapist specializing in cults and the host of the podcast IndoctriNation. Andrea and Rachel delve into the crossover between those in the sphere of Munchausen by Proxy perpetrators and cults. Rachel talks about the complexity of cult dynamics, the emotional and psychological impacts on families, and the challenges faced by individuals trying to break free from manipulative environments. Andrea and Rachel touch on navigating relationships with abusive family members and the importance of community, safe spaces, and support.***
2025-04-101h 00Nobody Should Believe MeCase Files 15: Everyday Cults with Rachel BernsteinIn this week’s episode of Case Files, we’re joined by Rachel Bernstein, a therapist specializing in cults and the host of the podcast IndoctriNation. Andrea and Rachel delve into the crossover between those in the sphere of Munchausen by Proxy perpetrators and cults. Rachel talks about the complexity of cult dynamics, the emotional and psychological impacts on families, and the challenges faced by individuals trying to break free from manipulative environments. Andrea and Rachel touch on navigating relationships with abusive family members and the importance of community, safe spaces, and support.***
2025-04-101h 00
Don't Shrink to Fit: Empowering and inspiring women one story at a time.Loving yourself in one week and for the rest of your life with Rachel MadorskyIn the latest episode of Don't Shrink to Fit, I had the pleasure of speaking with the incredible Rachel Madorsky about empowerment, self-love, and shifting the way we approach boundaries in our lives. Have you ever had one of those moments where a single conversation shifts something inside you? Where words resonate so deeply that you feel like you’re being seen, understood, and guided—all at the same time?That’s exactly what happened in today’s episode. My guest, Rachel, brought so much wisdom and insight to our conversation that, at times, I felt like I was th...
2025-03-1151 minRun Your MouthWho Amongst Us?Talking Cali wildfires, why stores are running out of eggs, subway ridership increases, the lefts Rachel maddow plan to take on trump, Zuckerberg's response to those leaving facebook and how the deepstate always finds a way.
2025-01-151h 01
Like Mother Like MurderThe Bernsteins and The Murder for Hire Plot TwistHeather covers the case of Susan and Ira Bernstein and this twisty tale has affairs, a sting operation, betrayal, fraud, murder for hire, and much more.Want AD FREE EPISODES, BONUS CONTENT, & MOREJoin our Supporters Club! for only $4.44/monthWant to see more CrimeCon shenanigans, donate to the mom's CrimeCon 2025 fund.paypal.me/lmlmpodSourceshttps://www.divorcecoachplus.com/https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/doctor-arrested-plot-murder-wife-b2352688.html
2025-01-141h 05
Blown for Good: Scientology ExposedEscaping Scientology's Emotional Hold: Rachel Bernstein on Breaking Free, Cult Recovery, and Reclaiming Identity - Life After Scientology #7Send us a textWhat if leaving a controlling organization feels like escaping an abusive relationship? This question forms the backbone of our conversation with Rachel Bernstein, a renowned therapist and cult recovery expert. Rachel shares her personal journey, sparked by her sibling's brief involvement in Scientology during their childhood, which led to shifts in family dynamics and piqued her lifelong curiosity. Together, we navigate the deceptive nature of cult front groups and the extreme measures Scientology employs to silence critics, revealing the monumental challenges faced by those supporting cult recovery.Stories from individuals who...
2024-11-1959 min
Crossing Bridges with Rae☮️Finding Inner Peace☮️: The Path To Feeling Great Inside And OutHow Prayer, Journaling, and Meditation Can Bring You Inner Peace #quiettimewithgodSUMMARYWhat if a simple mantra could transform your life? "It feels good to feel good" became my guiding light, igniting a spiritual journey that started with a breakthrough at a Gabby Bernstein event in 2019. Despite appearances, I grappled with feeling far from good, but commitment to prayer, meditation, and self-awareness led me to rediscover inner peace. This episode is an invitation to explore how building a relationship with God through intentional actions can open doors to hope and transformation, offering...
2024-11-0436 min![[Cult]ure Shock](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/40480275/40480275-1741821503939-a36399e5a9d4d.jpg)
[Cult]ure ShockI Escaped A Crazy Cult TWICEOnce upon a time I was raised in a cult but I didn't just escape it, I escaped it TWICE.
[Cult]ure Shock is usually a place for other ex-cult kids to share their own stories but today I'M IN THE HOT SEAT. You may have heard some of my story before but no one’s ever heard it all until THIS crossover episode today I’ve waited months to share.
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2024-09-111h 16
Beyond BJU: Exposing FundamentalismIs Education Really Indoctrination? - Rachel Bernstein LMFT, MSEdIn this episode, I talk with Rachel Bernstein LMFT, MSEd who is also a cult specialist and the host of the IndoctriNation Podcast. In this discussion, Rachel aims to define the subtle line between education and indoctrination. I also dig into my own experiences to explore the subtle tactics used to control information and manipulate beliefs. Together we discuss the warning signs of indoctrination and how to recognize it in a variety of learning environments.Listen to the IndoctriNation Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indoctrination/id1373939526IndoctriNation Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee...
2024-07-2952 min
The Skeptical ShamanComedy, Libertarianism and Shamanism- Oh My! with Robbie "The Fire" BernsteinIn this SPECIAL "Emergency Transmission" episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with comedian and podcaster Robbie "The Fire" Bernstein. Robbie is the host of the Run Your Mouth Podcast and frequently co-hosts the Part of the Problem podcast with Dave Smith. He is also currently driving across the country to bring comedy and free speech to Americans right in their backyard. Like, literally. It's called the "Summer Porch Tour" and TOTEM is being graced with his presence-- and that of other, incredible comics-- this Thursday, July 11th (link to...
2024-07-101h 11
The MenuscriptBooks Have Your Back and So Does the UniverseThe Universe is a vast place with no shortage of books, foods, ups, downs, everything you can think of. It can all feel a bit overwhelming. But fear not! For all of the craziness and curveballs, the Universe also always has your back and will catch you if you let it. This book by Gabrielle Bernstein tells us how.Recipe: You will need: a small yellow onion, carrots, a butternut squash, a cup of lentils, garlic, kale or spinach, 3-4 cups of water or broth, turmeric, curry powder, cumin, and something like paprika or chili powder...
2024-07-0922 min
Sisters Declassified Life Survival Guide: Two sisters with four daughters; dishing drama, trauma and survival tips for the everyday.Indoctrination Podcast with Rachel Bernstein, Part 2Stepping out of the shadows of a cult's influence is a journey fraught with challenges and triumphs; Rachel and Liz are testaments to this arduous path toward freedom. Our latest episode is a riveting exploration of their escape and the myths and stereotypes about women that often underpin such oppressive environments. These sisters, one a mother and movement specialist from Southern California, the other a grandmother and entrepreneur from Oklahoma, lay bare their hearts, detailing the critical moments that propelled them to seek a life beyond the cult's confines. Their stories are not just about breaking free but also...
2024-05-171h 09Sisters Declassified Life Survival Guide: Two sisters with four daughters; dishing drama, trauma and survival tips for the everyday.IndoctriNation with Rachel Bernstein, Liz and Rachel Part 1Embarking on a path to freedom demands courage, a truth Rachel Holt and Liz Humble know all too well. As survivor sisters, they share their gripping tales of escaping the IFB cult, navigating the aftershocks of a controlled upbringing, and the liberating struggle towards healing. Their book, "The King James Virgins," serves as a backdrop to a candid conversation that also spills into their podcast, "Sisters Declassified Life Survival Guide," where they fuse life lessons with actionable advice for those walking similar paths to recovery. Parenting after cult life presents an intricate dance between providing structure and f...
2024-05-031h 13Sisters Declassified Life Survival Guide: Two sisters with four daughters; dishing drama, trauma and survival tips for the everyday.Upcoming Events with Expert Rachel BernsteinEver wonder how individuals heal and regain control after leaving a cult? Join us, Rachel and Liz, as we engage in a thought-provoking series with Rachel Bernstein, the esteemed therapist and cult recovery expert. In the course of our candid conversation, we illuminate the paths to recovery for those who've been trapped in coercive systems. Our discussion, inspired by our forthcoming book, interweaves personal insights with professional strategies that Bernstein has honed throughout her career. It's an encounter brimming with empathy and understanding, tailored for anyone eager to comprehend the complexities of cult indoctrination and the resilience of the human...
2024-04-1503 min
Talking Trek To YouThe Deadly Years (with Rachel Bernstein)It's time to tackle the horros of ageing - or at least the horrors of old-age makeup - as The Deadly Years hoves into view. And along to cope with all that latex (not as fun as it sounds) is Rachel Novak!
How effective is the attempts to age up our crew? Does the episode do anything with its central premise? And just how off-handed is the ending? Plus in Recommendations we have an animated TV show and two non-animated TV shows. Which is nice.
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2024-03-0855 min
A Little Bit CultyBroken Bonds: Rachel Bernstein on Cults & FamilyThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We get emails and messages from people every day who are looking for guidance on what to do when someone they love is in a cult, so we called in an expert. Here’s our chat with Rachel Bernstein, LMFT, of the mighty helpful and always bingeable IndoctriNation podcast. Is this technically a crossover episode? We don’t make those rules, but we do feel pretty confident in saying that this episode is a power hour on what to do if your loved ones become culty collateral damage. SHO...
2024-03-0459 min
Soulful Badass - Straight Talk for Soul Aligned EntrepreneursMastering the Choose Again Method for Positive ChangeSend us a textAre negative thought spirals holding you back from the success you're capable of? As your intuitive success coach, Rachel Jackson, I'm thrilled to share a transformative technique that turns those daunting negative spirals into positive trails. This episode is an empowering deep-dive into recognizing fear and overthinking, where I'll show you how to harness your emotional responses and reroute them towards the outcomes you deeply desire. Drawing inspiration from Gabby Bernstein's wisdom, we'll explore the process of breaking the negativity cycle, elevating our vibrations, and aligning our energies with success. It's a journey...
2024-02-0710 min
The Dismantling Doctrine PodcastCrossover Episode Part 2: An Interview with Rachel Bernstein of the IndoctriNation Podcast
This episode marks now the second time I've done a crossover episode with Rachel Bernstein, host of the fantastic IndoctriNation podcast.
As a therapist, cult expert, and specialist in dealing with folks who suffer from religious trauma syndrome, Rachel is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to dealing with a wide variety of issues caused by cults, fundamentalist religions, and other high-control groups.
If you suffer from RTS, or have come out of a controlling religious or group background, you'll benefit from this discussion. And don't forget to head over to the IndoctriNation podcast platform to catch Part 1, Rachel's in...
2024-01-2438 min
The Dismantling Doctrine PodcastCrossover Episode Part 2: An Interview with Rachel Bernstein of the IndoctriNation PodcastThis episode marks now the second time I've done a crossover episode with Rachel Bernstein, host of the fantastic IndoctriNation podcast. As a therapist, cult expert, and specialist in dealing with folks who suffer from religious trauma syndrome, Rachel is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to dealing with a wide variety of issues caused by cults, fundamentalist religions, and other high-control groups. If you suffer from RTS, or have come out of a controlling religious or group background, you'll benefit from this discussion. And don't forget to head over to the IndoctriNation podcast...
2024-01-2438 min
UncertainS5:E2 - Spiritual Abuse Awareness Month: What Survivors Need from a Therapist - with Rachel BernsteiRachel Bernstein LMFT, MSEd from the IndoctriNation podcast discusses what it’s like working with survivors from high-control groups. This episode is for survivors looking for a mental health professional or for mental health professionals looking to work with the demographic of survivors of cults, high-control groups, and spiritual abuse. University of SalfordUncertain is a podcast of Tears of Eden, a community and resource for those in the aftermath of Spiritual Abuse. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please take a moment to like, subscribe, or leave a review on your favorite podcasting listening appar...
2024-01-1752 min
Let's Talk About SectsInterview Episode: IndoctriNation with Rachel BernsteinRachel Bernstein is an LA-based therapist who has specialized in cult intervention and re-acclimation for over 30 years. She serves on the advisory board of the International Cultic Studies Association and has worked with the Department of Justice providing support to cult survivors. Over the years she has made many media appearances as a cult expert and is also the host of IndoctriNATION, a weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control, where she has interviewed hundreds of cult survivors, journalists, and experts.In this episode, Rachel speaks about some of her therapeutic ap...
2023-11-1453 min
Cult HackersDiscovering who you are after the cult, with Rachel BernsteinCeline and Stephen speak to cult expert, therapist and podcaster, Rachel Bernstein about her introduction into the topic, her work as a therapist helping leavers and her thoughts on the anti-cult ecosystem. Such a thrill to speak to Rachel about her work, her experiences and her insights into cults.
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Indoctrination podcast: https://www.podpage.com/indoctrination/
2023-11-1157 min
The Inner Loop RadioInspiration Takeover: Listen to the Stillness with Rachel Louise SnyderWriting comes in waves, and sometimes even the most disciplined of approaches needs a little refresh. Author Rachel Louise Snyder takes us through her writing process: what it used to look like, what it looks like now, and how she gets inspiration from unexpected places. Rachel Louise Snyder is the author of "Fugitive Denim: A Moving Story of People and Pants in the Borderless World of Global Trade," the novels "What We’ve Lost is Nothing," "No Visible Bruises: What We Don’t Know About Domestic Violence Can Kill Us" and the memoir "Women We Buried, Women We Burned." Her work...
2023-10-0912 min
The Inner Loop Radio: A Creative Writing PodcastInspiration Takeover: Listen to the Stillness with Rachel Louise SnyderWriting comes in waves, and sometimes even the most disciplined of approaches needs a little refresh. Author Rachel Louise Snyder takes us through her writing process: what it used to look like, what it looks like now, and how she gets inspiration from unexpected places.
Rachel Louise Snyder is the author of "Fugitive Denim: A Moving Story of People and Pants in the Borderless World of Global Trade," the novels "What We’ve Lost is Nothing," "No Visible Bruises: What We Don’t Know About Domestic Violence Can Kill Us" and the memoir "Women We Buried, Women We Burned." Her work...
2023-10-0912 min
You Can’t Get to Heaven in a MiniskirtCults & High Control Religious Groups (feat. Rachel Bernstein, LMFT, MSed)Find our bonus episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heaveninaminiskirtWe’re back! This week we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Rachel Bernstein who is Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and host of the IndoctriNation podcast. She has specialized in cult intervention and re-acclimation for over 30 years. We had Rachel on to talk about how to mindfully raise children after being involved with a cult or high control group/religious group, and how to navigate relationships with people who are still involved in such groups.Rachel’s Bio:
2023-09-051h 03
Keep The Kids In MindCreative Co-Parenting Solutions with Helene BernsteinRachel chats with Helene Bernstein, Divorce and Family Law Mediator and Attorney, Collaborative Divorce Attorney of the Law and Mediation Office of Helene Bernstein.
Connect with Helene:
Website: http://www.hbernsteinlawandmediation.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/brooklynmediatorandlawyer
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hbernsteinlawandmediation
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hbernsteinlawandmediation/
In every episode of Keep the Kids in Mind, Rachel Green, a family and divorce mediator with over 25 years of experience, interviews other industry professionals to help people who are going through a divorce or separation with children involved. How can divorcing couples keep the kids in mind...
2023-07-1443 min
Cheers To Leaving!Ep 58 IndoctriNation with Rachel BernsteinSend us a textYa'll ready to get real culty? Of course you are! You may recognize our guest from the Starz documentary Seduced: Inside the Nexium cult, or the Netflix series Unwell. She's also made many media appearances over the years as a cult expert on CNN, MSNBC, BBC, NPR, Bloomberg, and many other news outlets. When you're finished with this episode, you'll be thinking EVERYTHING IS A CULT. Here is our super special crossover episode with IndoctriNation podcast. You can go on over to her podcast and listen to our episode that...
2023-04-271h 06
Unpolished TherapyDivorce Is Difficult. It Doesn't Have To Be Devastating! DIVORCE DIFFERENT.™ With Mara Bernstein, ESQ.Episode 96 finds the gals on the corner of Audacity & Advice with special guest, Mara Bernstein, ESQ.
"Divorce is difficult but it doesn't have to be devastating," says Bernstein. Tune in as Mara explains her philosophy and approach to:
DIVORCE DIFFERENT™
"With decades of experience as a divorce lawyer in New York City and Florida, Mara Bernstein helps her clients reach optimal solutions without prolonged, expensive conflict. Together with her team of divorce professionals, Mara addresses each client's unique circumstances in a streamlined, private, and confidential process."
If you are a sophisticated woman or an evolved man, this is an episode yo...
2023-04-051h 01
Unpolished TherapyDivorce Is Difficult. It Doesn't Have To Be Devastating! DIVORCE DIFFERENT.™ With Mara Bernstein, ESQ.Episode 96 finds the gals on the corner of Audacity & Advice with special guest, Mara Bernstein, ESQ.
"Divorce is difficult but it doesn't have to be devastating," says Bernstein. Tune in as Mara explains her philosophy and approach to:
DIVORCE DIFFERENT™
"With decades of experience as a divorce lawyer in New York City and Florida, Mara Bernstein helps her clients reach optimal solutions without prolonged, expensive conflict. Together with her team of divorce professionals, Mara addresses each client's unique circumstances in a streamlined, private, and confidential process."
If you are a sophisticated woman or an evolved man, this is an episode yo...
2023-04-051h 01
Cults, Culture & Coercion with Dr. Steve HassanFreeing People from Indoctrination with Rachel Bernstein, LMFTWorking with people in cults or who have escaped them requires much empathy, compassion, and knowledge. Rachel Bernstein has all those and more, which she’s used for the last 30 years in her work in cult intervention and re-acclimation. I have known and worked with Rachel for many decades now. Bernstein is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) from Los Angeles, California. She is the host of IndoctriNATION: A weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control, where she has interviewed hundreds of cult survivors, journalists, and experts. Learn more about Steven Has...
2023-03-271h 05
Inside The ProgramEp. 11: Rachel Bernstein LMFT & Cult Recovery ExpertRachel Bernstein is a licensed marriage and family therapist who delved into the world of cult recovery after a family member almost succumbed to the seductive and manipulative world of Scientology. She has over 27 years of experience in working with victims of cults and emotional abusers. In this episode, Rachel shares with us the top characteristics of cults, why they’re so effective, and how they’re incredibly similar to the indoctrination and thought reform, or behavior modification, that took place in the WWASP programs and other facilities that use similar modalities.
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2023-01-251h 02
The Cult VaultEp. 225 A Conversation with Rachel Bernstein from IndoctriNation Miniseries Part 2For this week's miniseries, I had the chance to sit and chat with Rachel Bernstein. Rachel has her own podcast which is doing amazing work, as you may know it is titled IndoctriNation and we have spoken to a lot of the same guests regarding their experiences of coercive control. Rachel is a Licensed Family & Marriage Therapist, working with cult survivors, creating webinars for recovery and even assisting in/leading cult interventions in the safest of ways. You can find more about Rachel and her work here - Rachel Bernstein LMFT, MSEd - Home (rachelbernsteintherapy.com)Featured Podcast...
2023-01-1837 minThe Cult VaultEp. 225 A Conversation with Rachel Bernstein from IndoctriNation MiniseriesFor this week's miniseries, I had the chance to sit and chat with Rachel Bernstein. Rachel has her own podcast which is doing amazing work, as you may know it is titled IndoctriNation and we have spoken to a lot of the same guests regarding their experiences of coercive control. Rachel is a Licensed Family & Marriage Therapist, working with cult survivors, creating webinars for recovery and even assisting in/leading cult interventions in the safest of ways. You can find more about Rachel and her work here - Rachel Bernstein LMFT, MSEd - Home (rachelbernsteintherapy.com)Featured Podcast...
2023-01-1842 min
The Michael Shermer Show315. David Bernstein — Classified: The Untold Story of Racial Classification in AmericaShermer and Bernstein discuss: the SCOTUS case on affirmative action and race preferences at Harvard and elsewhere • Elizabeth Warren (Cherokee ancestry — Bureau of Indian Affairs rejects?) • Tiger Woods: Cablinasian (European, African, Thai, Chinese ancestry) • George Zimmerman (Hispanic, half Hispanic, mixed-race, White Hispanic, White, or…?) • Rachel Dolezal (NAACP official, adopted an African American identity, though has none) • Kamala Harris (child of an Indian immigrant mother, father of mixed-African and European heritage from Jamaica) • BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) • ADOS (American Descendants of Slaves) • the biology and legality of race • the one-drop rule of race classification • the rise of modern racial classification •...
2023-01-141h 39
The Shanny Pants ShowRachel BernsteinWell Oh My Gosh! What a wonderful conversation I was honored to be a part of. Please don't miss this conversation where I am able to chat with the amazing Cult specialist Rachel Bernstein. So much goodness!!!! And please go subscribe to her podcast RIGHT NOW!!! She has so much to share.Rachel Bernstein, therapist, and world-renowned cult expert shares her story for the first time. Rachel is the host of the “IndoctriNation” podcast. For 30 years, she has helped former cult members and those who have loved ones in cults and highly manipulative relationships. Rachel has help...
2023-01-131h 19
IndoctriNationBONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Why Did I Stay? Rachel Bernstein on Leaving High Control GroupsThis is just a preview of our exclusive Patreon bonus episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a supporter at:
www.patreon.com/indoctrination
As some of you may know Rachel has recently started a webinar series in order to further provide resources to those who have been harmed by cultic control as well as help their loved ones better understand their experiences.
In this special bonus episode presentation, Rachel premieres her upcoming video lecture which will focus on explaining the many reasons and circumstances that keep people trapped in systems of control for long periods of time...
2022-10-1411 min
Speaking Up: Surviving Religions and CultsWhy I Became a Cult Expert - Rachel Bernstein LMFT - BONUSRachel Bernstein, therapist, and world-renowned cult expert shares her story for the first time. Rachel is the host of the “IndoctriNation” podcast. For 30 years, she has helped former cult members and those who have loved ones in cults and highly manipulative relationships. Rachel has helped people from over 300 cults throughout her career. She provides individual counseling, family counseling, and, when possible, group therapy for former cult members. She also helps families trying to reach out to their loved ones in the cult.She has led workshops and classes at USC in the School of Social Work and...
2022-09-081h 51
Speaking Up: Surviving Religions and CultsRachel Bernstein Speaks Up - PREVIEWFor the first time, Rachel Bernstein, therapist and world-renowned cult expert is sharing her story and recounts being raised in Judaism. Rachel is the host of the “IndoctriNation” podcast. For 30 years, she has helped former cult members and those who have loved ones in cults and highly manipulative relationships. Rachel has helped people from over 300 cults throughout her career. She provides individual counseling, family counseling, and, when possible, group therapy for former cult members. She also helps families who are trying to reach out to their loved ones in the cult. She has led workshops and classes at USC in t...
2022-08-1918 min
IndoctriNationBONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Rachel Bernstein Speaks Up w/Andrew PledgerThis is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive bonus episode, you can hear the episode in its entirety by becoming a member at:
www.patreon.com/indoctrination
In this very special bonus episode, Andrew Pledger turns the tables and interviews Rachel, getting her to open up about her own religious background, her motivation for entering the cult education world as well as lessons she's learned from her work as a cult interventionist for the past 30 years.
Andrew is well suited for this task as he recently began his own journey as a podcast host on"Speaking Up with Andrew...
2022-08-1816 min
Spiritual Spotlight SeriesExploring the Etheric Realms: Adam Bernstein's Life-Altering ExperiencesSend us a textPrepare for an extraordinary journey into the supernatural, as we spend an hour with the phenomenal spirit medium, psychic, and teacher, Adam Bernstein. His childhood experiences with spirits and the profound influence of his brother's passing have shaped his life in unimaginable ways. Get a personal, inside look at his breakthrough work with Court TV and his acclaimed book, Psychic New York. Adam's ability to navigate the unseen world will leave you spellbound.We then steer our conversation to the awakening process happening globally and its implications. Brace yourself as Adam...
2022-08-0939 min
A Little Bit CultySummer Bonus: Sarah and Nippy Chat with the IndoctriNation PodcastIt’s another summer bonus episode, and you’re all invited to put this in your ears and enjoy it from your favorite pool floatie. This time, we’re chatting with the righteous Rachel Bernstein, LMFT, on her Indoctrination Podcast about our trip in and out of that thing we did for a while that turned out to be a notorious cult. Just some light summer listening about sex cults, trauma, and coming back from hell. Pairs well with watermelon frosé. About Rachel: She’s an OG cult awareness and recovery podcast host, and a Licensed...
2022-08-011h 13Speaking of Cults#347: Cult Recovery 101 - Some Basics with Rachel Bernstein
This week I am joined by licensed therapist and cult exit counsellor Rachel Bernstein to discuss some of the basic principles behind cult recovery and where we think people might best start. This video is meant for those who are even in a cult now and are thinking about getting out or escaping but don’t know what to do. We hope this one helps. Enjoy!
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2022-07-0932 min
I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast.055 - IndoctriNation with Rachel Bernstein (Leaving Part 9)Brian and Troy talk with Rachel Bernstein, a licensed therapist who specialises in cult intervention and re-acclimation. She is the host and producer of the podcast IndoctriNation which explores cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control.
This episode is the second of a crossover we did with Rachel. You can hear her interviewing us on her podcast here: https://www.podpage.com/indoctrination/ You can also connect with Rachel here: https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/
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2022-06-0943 min
CausepodsWhen People Change with Rachel Bernstein of The Indoctrination PodcastWe don’t know what we don’t know. Today we are talking with Rachel Bernstein about cults and stories of healing. It’s a dark world that most know little about, and most won’t until it hits home. But, as we discuss today, research into the topic is just getting started on the physiology of influence and manipulation. With every episode, perspective is a powerful tool to influence how you see and interact with the world, even when stories are hard to hear or imagine. Those stories will shape and leave you with a lasting...
2022-04-2529 min
Conspirituality99: Conspirituality Goes to Therapy (w/Rachel Bernstein)Listeners: there’s a revolution going on. Legions of Twitter counselors and Instagram therapists has risen up to offer unsolicited sermons on cults, cult leaders, and cult recovery. With COVID closing down the studios, every third yoga teacher has become an expert in trauma. They’re starting Facebook groups. They’re selling courses. They’re doing their Family Systems work out in the open, displaying heroic levels of vulnerability. We’re just waiting for the first QAnon recovery MLM to launch on Kickstarter. We know it’s coming. There will be oils, and breathing exercises, and some very long emotional che...
2022-04-151h 29
Unscripted DirectEpisode 28 - Joanne Van DykeFive competitions, a four-word mantra, three guests, two underrated schools, and one question from the mailbag.(0:00:44) Spencer and Justin chat about the new US News Trial Advocacy rankings -- and each pick one school that's under-ranked. (0:07:34) Tournament Spotlight: Carlos Concepcion shares the results of Interamerican's Puerto Rico Trial Advocacy Competition. (0:11:39) Tournament Spotlight: Judge Jim Roberts talks about what made STAC 2022 a success and then shares the results of STAC Nationals. (0:22:16) The Break! Spencer adds some absurd music, as we announce results from the South Texas Challenge, St. John's Civil Rights, and GW's Estrella. (0:24:14) Mailbag Question. Spencer forgets to...
2022-04-141h 38
Journey Into Yoga Cults13 - Is Baptiste Yoga a 'System of Control'? w/ Rachel Bernstein from IndoctriNATION PodcastWe are thrilled to give you this episode with Rachel Bernstein! Bernstein is a therapist in LA specializing in cult recovery and has worked With India Oxenberg in her healing from the NXIVM cult as well as her mother, Catherine Oxenberg. Her popular podcast, IndoctriNATION has had over 900K listens from all over the world and features regular people who are healing from cults, high control groups and narcissistic relationships. Join us in the conversation as Bernstein helps us to understand how Baptiste Yoga is a system of control and what steps to take to heal from the influence...
2022-03-3054 minSpeaking of Cults#335: Cults and Emotional Needs, Part 3 ft. Rachel Bernstein
This week I am once again joined by therapist Rachel Bernstein, a long-time friend and associate who has been on the show many times and helps us this time dissect our emotional needs and how these relate to getting involved in cults and other unsavory ventures. There’s a lot packed in to this episode. If you haven’t checked out Parts 1 and 2, watch those first! Enjoy!
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2022-03-1953 minSpeaking of Cults#332: Cults and Emotional Needs (Part 2) with Rachel Bernstein
This week I am once again joined by therapist Rachel Bernstein, a long-time friend and associate who has been on the show many times and helps us this time dissect our emotional needs and how these relate to getting involved in cults and other unsavory ventures. There’s a lot packed in to this episode. If you haven’t checked out Part 1, watch it first! Enjoy!
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2022-02-261h 03Speaking of Cults#329: Cults and Emotional Needs (Part 1) ft. Rachel Bernstein
This week I am joined by therapist Rachel Bernstein, a long-time friend and associate who has been on the show many times and helps us this time dissect our emotional needs and how these relate to getting involved in cults and other unsavory ventures. There’s a lot packed in to this little episode. Enjoy!
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2022-02-0548 min
IndoctriNationMulti-Level Manipulation w/ Roberta BlevinsReturning this week is Roberta Blevins, a former "Hun", who left the MLM world in 2017 and began publicly educating and speaking out against it. In her time in MLM, she was involved as a consultant for 3; It Works!, LuLaRoe and Modere, and a customer of many. Since leaving MLM, she has educated herself on the systemic structure of the business model, the psychological manipulation, the seedy underbelly, and governmental ties, the cult indoctrination, and the history of Multi-Level Marketing. She educates daily on TikTok, and podcasts in her "free time", talking to the survivors and victims of these commercial cults...
2021-12-0147 min
IndoctriNationToxic Boss Babe Culture w/ Roberta BlevinsThis week's guest, Roberta Blevins is a former "Hun", who left the MLM world in 2017 and began publicly educating and speaking out against it. In her time in MLM, she was involved as a consultant for 3; It Works!, LuLaRoe and Modere, and a customer of many. Since leaving MLM, she has educated herself on the systemic structure of the business model, the psychological manipulation, the seedy underbelly, and governmental ties, the cult indoctrination, and the history of Multi-Level Marketing. She educates daily on TikTok, and podcasts in her "free time", talking to the survivors and victims of these commercial cults...
2021-11-2452 min
IndoctriNationTrust Me w/ Lola Blanc & Meagan ElizabethLola Blanc is a singer/songwriter, filmmaker, actress, and cult survivor. Her single “Angry Too” has over 20 million streams on Spotify, and as a songwriter, Blanc has also written for other artists including Britney Spears. Blanc’s work as a filmmaker has been spotlighted by BILLBOARD, FANGORIA, FUNNY OR DIE, and the prestigious short film channel OMELETO. Much of her work is inspired by her childhood practicing Mormonism, where she and her mother fell prey to a charismatic “prophet,” who turned out to be a cult leader.
Meagan Elizabeth is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actress from Los Angeles who has perfor...
2021-11-1757 min
Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Belief, and ManipulationRachel Bernstein & IndoctriNationEpisode 53: Ever heard of a cult specialist? Therapist and IndoctriNation podcast host Rachel Bernstein shares what healing looks like after leaving a cult, common themes in manipulation recovery, signs that someone is in a high-control group or experiencing dissociation, and advice for those with loved ones in a cult. If you have your own story about cults, high-control groups, manipulation, or abuse of power, shoot us an email at trustmepod@gmail.com. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @trustmepodcast @oohlalola @vibehigherbitch OR TWITTER:
2021-11-031h 00
The Dismantling Doctrine PodcastBonus Episode: How Religion Affects Our Mental Health (with Rachel Bernstein)In this special bonus episode, which I've long been promising is indeed coming, I was able to interview therapist Rachel Bernstein of the IndoctriNation Podcast. This is actually Part 2 of two episodes we did--for the first half of the chat, you'll have to head over to the IndoctriNation podcast to catch Part 1. There, we discussed my backstory in evangelicalism, my deconstruction, and the journey to rebuild since leaving Christianity behind. In this episode, we focus specifically on the important question: how does religion affect people's mental health? What resources are available for those of us...
2021-10-0634 min
The Channing SalonEpisode 08: Step Up 2: The StreetsRachel & Rachel discuss sequel tropes, art school politics, and Moose in STEP UP 2: THE STREETS (2008). Tragically, our pitch for a rebooted Footloose Cinematic Universe was cut for time.CONTENT WARNINGS: This episode contains discussion of racist movie tropes.Our next episode on STOP-LOSS (2008) is coming your way October 18th!Email us at channingsalon@gmail.com and follow us on:TwitterInstagramLetterboxd
2021-09-221h 03Conspirituality65: Long-Haul QAnon (w/Rachel Bernstein & Jitarth Jadeja)Santa Barbara surf coach Matthew Coleman murdered his two young children in Mexico nearly two weeks ago. He told the FBI that he was “enlightened by QAnon and Illuminati conspiracy theories and was receiving visions and signs revealing that his wife possessed serpent DNA and had passed it on to his children.”Beneath the peak chaos of this story lies a social fabric torn to shreds by QAnon and related conspiracy theories. Marriages are ending, custody battles are raging, and parents and children are negotiating painful silences or estrangements.Joining us today as a co-host is J...
2021-08-201h 24The Channing SalonEpisode 07: Battle In SeattleRachel & Rachel discuss cops, shirtlessness, and the mystery of the missing Joshua Jackson in BATTLE IN SEATTLE (2007). Seriously, if you know who Joshua Jackson plays in this movie, please tell us.CONTENT WARNINGS: This episode discusses on screen depictions of police brutality and miscarriage.Our next episode on STEP UP 2: THE STREETS (2008) is coming your way September 21st!Email us at channingsalon@gmail.com and follow us on:TwitterInstagramLetterboxd
2021-08-191h 04The Channing SalonEpisode 06: Step UpRachel & Rachel discuss perfunctory romance, tights, and the eternal conflict of basketball vs. dancing in STEP UP (2006). Tragically, our discussion of whether Anne Fletcher should have directed CATS (2019) was cut for time.Our next episode on BATTLE IN SEATTLE (2007) is coming your way August 16th!Email us at channingsalon@gmail.com and follow us on:TwitterInstagramLetterboxd
2021-07-211h 16The Channing SalonEpisode 05: She's the ManRachel & Rachel discuss identity-swapping comedy, the All-American Rejects, and the return of the ghost of lesbianism in SHE'S THE MAN (2006). Tragically, our own reimagined Twelfth Night pitches were cut for time.Our next episode on STEP UP (2006) is coming your way July 20th!Email us at channingsalon@gmail.com and follow us on:TwitterInstagramLetterboxd
2021-06-161h 48The Channing SalonEpisode 04: A Guide to Recognizing Your SaintsRachel & Rachel discuss confusing casting, mid-aughts memoir, and Channing's "breakout performance"--or is it?--in A GUIDE TO RECOGNIZING YOUR SAINTS (2006). Tragically, we did not learn to recognize our saints.CONTENT WARNINGS: The film discussed in this episode depicts abuse, violence, and racism and stars Shia LaBeouf.Our next episode on SHE'S THE MAN (2006) is coming your way June 15th!Email us at channingsalon@gmail.com and follow us on:TwitterInstagramLetterboxd
2021-05-201h 43
Solace and the CityEP86: RACHEL BERNSTEIN - That One Time I Was Recruited Into a Sex Cult...For the first episode of Mental Health Awareness Month, I've decided to share an episode that is not only SO interesting but also sheds lights on a little known fact about myself -- I was once recruited into the NXIVM sex cult. For those who don't know, NXIVM was an American cult that engaged in sex trafficking, forced labor, and racketeering while claiming to be a "Self-Help Group." This week, I sat down with Ifellow podcast host, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and cult specialist, Rachel Bernstein. Together we explore the mentality and psychology of cult membership, and Rachel explains h...
2021-05-0351 minThe Channing SalonEpisode 03: SupercrossRachel & Rachel discuss fathers, sons, brothers, love interests, motorcycles, and the mysterious absence of moms and Daryl Hannah in SUPERCROSS (2005). Tragically, a 3-minute discussion of Chad Michael Murray was cut for time (because he is not in this film).Our next episode on A GUIDE TO RECOGNIZING YOUR SAINTS (2005) is coming your way May 18th!Email us at channingsalon@gmail.com and follow us on:TwitterInstagramLetterboxd
2021-04-201h 20