Hosted by Ari Sherwood · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 33 episodes
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Disallusioned Podcast was created to spread awareness on themes of coercive control, cult dynamics, and recovery from high control environments. From shedding light on cults not heard of before to diving deep into relevant philosophical and psychological perspectives, DisAllusioned Podcast brings a variety of viewpoints, discussions, and survivor testimonies. Watch every Sunday
Ari Sherwood hosts DisAllusioned Podcast, a society show with 33 episodes published.
In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood speaks with David De La Isla about his experiences with Michael Woroniecke, the leader of a cult that has been linked to the tragic case of Andrea Yates, as
In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood and Jay discuss a range of pressing issues, including the state of press freedom, government censorship, and the role of social media in shaping public perc
In this episode of DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood speaks with Taylor Lucas, a survivor of a small family cult. Taylor shares their complex journey of being adopted by the same family she was born into, the psyc
In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood delves into the harrowing case of Andrea Yates, who infamously drowned her five children in 2001. The discussion centers around the influence of cult leader
In this episode of DisAllusioned Podcast, join host Ari Sherwood as she sits down with Joelle Tamraz, author of the book "The Secret Practice: Eighteen Years on the Dark Side of Yoga". Joelle shares her experience joinin
Join Ari Sherwood on the DisAllusioned Podcast as she interviews Elise Delamare, a former minister and survivor of the Assemblies of God Church. Elise shares her compelling journey from feeling called to ministry at a yo
In the season 3 premiere of DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood dives into the profound responsibility of sharing cult survivor stories. As podcasters and producers, it's crucial to prioritize the mental health and
In this pop-up episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood discusses the recent wave of violence in the United States, particularly focusing on school shootings and the radicalization of youth. She reflects o
In the season 2 finale of DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood dives into the profound challenges cult survivors encounter as they strive to reclaim their identities. Through personal reflections and insightful inter
In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood and guest-host Jay dive into the complex and often disturbing realities of North Korea, exploring its history, the rise of Kim Il-sung, the impact of the Ko
Join host Ari Sherwood in a compelling conversation with Clare Heath-McIvor, a survivor of the City Builders Church and a passionate advocate for cult survivors. Clare shares her journey growing up in a high-control reli
On this episode of DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood and guest Jay dive into the complex and troubling history of eugenics, exploring its roots in ancient philosophy, the uprise of the eugenics movement in America
In this episode of DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood speaks with Geoff Etherton, a former youth pastor in the Church of England, about his experiences in the church and the creation of Church Abuse Survivor's Day.
TW: This episode of DisAllusioned Podcast covers extreme and distressing themes, such as CSA, Child abuse, neglect, and torturous conditions. Viewer Discretion is strongly advised. In this episode of the DisAllusioned Po
Join host, Ari Sherwood, for a compelling episode diving into the multifaceted experiences of growing up in the International Churches of Christ (ICOC). Podcaster and cult survivor, Roy Clemens, opens up about the strugg
In this episode of the DisAllusioned podcast, host Ari Sherwood and guest Jay continue the Philosophy Behind Cults series, focusing on the role of authority, persuasion, and manipulation of language. They explore the rhe
In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood speaks with David Quesada, a former Jehovah's Witness and musician. David shares his journey growing up in a strict, multi-generational Jehovah's Witness fa
In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood speaks with Amber, a fifth-generation ex-Jehovah's Witness. Amber shares her unique journey growing up in the organization, the complexities of baptism, dis
In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood continues her series into the philosophy behind cults, focusing on the concepts of authority and autonomy, tackling some foundational questions: What makes
In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood speaks with Maria Esguerra, psychologist, advocate, and a cult survivor born and raised in the Children of God cult. Maria shares her experiences growing up
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DisAllusioned Podcast is hosted by Ari Sherwood. The show is categorised under society (culture) and has published 33 episodes.
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