183. Part 2: I Can't Believe It's Not Buttery! (with Amanda Montell)

This week, Kate sits down and chats with Amanda Montell, author of Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism to discuss the LuLaRoe documentary from a culty and linguistic angle. They discuss a variety of topics surrounding the language and communication styles of Mark & DeAnn and how they were effective in coercing thousands of women to join their self-serving organization that had all the trappings of cult. They talk through some of Kate's cult-related questions, e.g. how did Mark & DeAnn have so much power over people? What distinguishes something well-meaning from something manipulative? What is the fine line between groups with shared interests and groups that become exclusive, coercive and restrictive? How can we be more discerning so we don't fall down a buttery slope? All that and more on part 2 of the LuLaRich deep dive! Enjoy! Be There in Five Live Tickets: bethereinfive.com/live-shows Washington, DC: October 16 Salt Lake City: October 28 San Diego: November 7 Boston: SOLD OUT Atlanta: SOLD OUT Seattle: SOLD OUT Bonus episodes: patreon.com/bethereinfive SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Get 10% off your first order with promo code BETHEREINFIVE at OSEAmalibu.com. You'll get free samples with every order, and orders over $50 get free shipping To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/BETHEREINFIVE Get 20% off your first mani system when you use promo code BETHEREINFIVE atoliveandjune.com/BETHEREINFIVE Allform is offering twenty percent off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/bethereinfive As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bethereinfive