#206: Escaping a Cult with Laci Bean and Sarah Edmundson

from Heretic Happy Hour · host Matthew J. Distefano, Keith Giles, Laci Bean, Sarah Edmundson

In this week's show, we talk to Laci Bean and Sarah Edmundson about what it is like to join a cult, live among cult members, escape a cult, and ultimately heal from the trauma cause by a cult.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELISTSLaci BeanSarah Edmundson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In this week's show, we talk to Laci Bean and Sarah Edmundson about what it is like to join a cult, live among cult members, escape a cult, and ultimately heal from the trauma cause by a cult.

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