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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2025 · 52 MIN

The Dark Side of the Potter's House with Joel Crosby

from Cultimatum: The Cult & Human Trafficking Podcast

Ep.#71 The Dark Side of the Potter's House with Joel Crosby Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesSummaryIn this episode, Joel Crosby shares his harrowing journey growing up in the Potter's House, a church with cult-like characteristics. He discusses the manipulative tactics used by the church, including military-style boot camps and pastoral manipulation that led to his estrangement from his father. Crosby highlights the struggles he faced with bullying and identity, and how these experiences shaped his decision to leave the church. He also talks about his motivation to write a book to expose the church's practices and share the stories of other survivors. In this conversation, Joel Crosby shares his harrowing experience of leaving the Potter's House cult, detailing the emotional and psychological struggles he faced. He discusses the process of excommunication, the shocking revelations about the pastor's misconduct, and the eventual confrontation that led to his departure. Joel emphasizes the importance of understanding religious trauma and the need for specialized support for former cult members. He also highlights his efforts to help others through his nonprofit organization and offers valuable advice for those considering leaving a cult.Joel's Contact Info.Joel's Book LinkJoel's Facebook GroupJoel's Instagram LinkJoel's WebsiteCultimatum Contact Info.Email: [email protected] Facebook GroupCultimatum Instagram LinkCultimatum TikTok LinkCultimatum Pinterest LinkCult Escape & Recovery Support GroupAnonymous Andrew Podcast Studios Contact Info. & Links:Email: [email protected] visitwww.anonymousandrewpodcast.com

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Ep.#71 The Dark Side of the Potter's House with Joel Crosby Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesSummaryIn this episode, Joel Crosby shares his harrowing journey growing...

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