Let's Talk About Sects

by Sarah Steel
Let's Talk About Sects is an award-winning monthly podcast focusing on a different cult each episode. Sarah takes a storytelling, deep dive approach, looking at the history of a sect's leaders, the recruitment of members, their experiences, psychological aspects, and notable incidents during its existence.
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“A fascinating and well-researched look into cults and the charismatic leaders behind them.”Peter Wells, The Sydney Morning Herald, May 2019
“A fantastic examination of sects, cults, and religion… a fact-based program that’ll hook you in and keep you coming back for more.”Zach Johnston, Uproxx, February 2019
“Cleverly named, meticulously researched.”Elena Nicolaou, Refinery29, December 2018
“The best podcast of its kind – I can’t wait for another episode!”Apple Podcasts review from a US listener
“I study cults and sects and for this reason listen to many podcasts on these subjects. This one is by far the best.”Apple Podcasts review from a US listener
“Best podcast about cults I’ve found.”Apple Podcasts review from an Australian listener



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Episodes

  1. 01:17:40Bonus Episode: David Freeman – former child member of The FamilyJun 29, 2021
  2. 05:24Introducing Smoke Screen: I Am RamaJun 22, 2021
  3. 01:05:03Gloriavale – Part 2Apr 20, 2021
  4. 58:25Gloriavale – Part 1Apr 13, 2021
  5. 01:09:24Zion Full Salvation MinistryMar 16, 2021
  6. 01:13:43Master's CommissionFeb 16, 2021
  7. 01:01:33Exclusive Brethren – Part 2Jan 19, 2021
  8. 01:10:46Exclusive Brethren – Part 1Jan 19, 2021
  9. 01:33:26Fire This TimeDec 15, 2020
  10. 01:16:21The Welcomed Consensus + OneTaste – Part 2Nov 24, 2020