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How To Leave A Cult

Hosted by Brooke Walker · religion · EN-US

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"How to Leave a Cult" combines the gripping biography of cult survivor Brooke Walker with essential education on cult dynamics. Uncover the true story of how she escaped the clutches of a small church in Arizona and gain insights into the psychological tactics used by these groups. Beyond storytelling, the podcast provides practical guidance on recognizing warning signs and offers support for those on the journey to recovery. Explore the dark side of charismatic leaders and find empowerment in the process of healing and rebuilding post-cult. Join us on this enlightening and compassionate exploration of the world of cults.

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What is How To Leave A Cult about?

"How to Leave a Cult" combines the gripping biography of cult survivor Brooke Walker with essential education on cult dynamics. Uncover the true story of how she escaped the clutches of a small church in Arizona and gain insights into the psychological tactics used by these groups.

Who hosts How To Leave A Cult?

How To Leave A Cult is hosted by Brooke Walker. The show has published 37 episodes to date.

What has How To Leave A Cult covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The Ending, Last episode of How to Leave a Cult" (25 June 2026, 33 minutes), "When Shame Becomes a Weapon: My Collapse and Awakening" (20 May 2026, 43 minutes), and "From Toxic Shame to Self‑Love: Surviving Religious Judgment" (13 April 2026, 46 minutes).

How often does How To Leave A Cult publish?

How To Leave A Cult publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 42 minutes across 37 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on How To Leave A Cult?

Booking probability for How To Leave A Cult is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. How To Leave A Cult requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. How To Leave A Cult's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch How To Leave A Cult?

The strongest fits for How To Leave A Cult are Religion & Faith. How To Leave A Cult has a religion audience.

About the host

Brooke Walker hosts How To Leave A Cult, a religion podcast with 37 episodes published.

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  • Episode #4

    The Ending, Last episode of How to Leave a Cult

    Jun 25, 202633 minS3

    Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of How to Leave a Cult , I close the chapter on why this podcast began—and why it’s ending. I share what led me to create this space in the first place: a need to process my own...

  • Episode #3

    When Shame Becomes a Weapon: My Collapse and Awakening

    May 20, 202643 minS3

    Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal episode of How to Leave a Cult , I share one of the most painful chapters of my life—when shame, control, and isolation collided and nearly broke me. After the end of a...

  • Episode #2

    From Toxic Shame to Self‑Love: Surviving Religious Judgment

    Apr 13, 202646 minS3

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of How to Leave a Cult, I share the relationship that became a breaking point—not because it failed, but because of how it was treated when it ended. Ministers and leadership, including...

  • Episode #1

    Love Under Surveillance: The Truth About Dating Inside the Cult

    Mar 27, 202632 minS3

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I open up about a part of cult life I’ve never fully unpacked in one place: what it meant to navigate relationships—romantic ones—while still inside the group . Dating wasn’t a normal...

  • Episode #8

    The Final Step: Separation, Survival, and the Start of Something New

    Nov 23, 202548 minS2

    Send us Fan Mail In the final part of my conversation with Lane Kamp, we reach the moment everything began to change — not just internally, but in action. Lane opens up about the painful, careful process of separating...

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  • Episode #7

    Performing Devotion, Planning Departure

    Oct 27, 202554 minS2

    Send us Fan Mail In Part 3 of my conversation with Lane Kamp, we explore the dual life of the cult during its time in Tonto Village — a small mountain town where the group integrated deeply into the community while...

  • Episode #6

    The God Who Punishes: Fear, Shame, and Breaking the Rules

    Jul 26, 202538 minS2

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when your concept of God is shaped more by fear than by love? In this episode, I explore the fear-based spiritual teachings that governed my childhood—where consequences weren’t just...

  • Episode #5

    The Making of a Minister’s Son: Chosen or Conditioned?

    Jun 25, 20251h 9mS2

    Send us Fan Mail In this second part of my interview with Lane Kamp, we step deeper into the structure of the cult — and what it was like to grow up at the center of it. Lane shares what it meant to be raised by Trina...

  • Episode #4

    The Making of a Cult Leader: A Son’s Look at the Woman Behind the Cult

    Jun 15, 20251h 3mS2

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of How to Leave a Cult , I sit down with Lane Kamp — the son of Trina Kamp, one of the founders of the cult I was raised in. This is the beginning of a multi-part interview, and we start...

  • Episode #3

    When a Minister Crosses the Line: Guilt, Shame, and the Fear of Not Being Believed

    May 16, 202537 minS2

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share a harrowing experience where my minister crossed the line, touching me inappropriately and making suggestive advances. I talk about the overwhelming guilt and shame I felt...

  • Episode #2

    Building Stability After Divorce: Overcoming Shame and Strengthening Resilience

    Apr 28, 202531 minS2

    Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal episode, I open up about the emotional journey I navigated after my divorce and the search for stability in the aftermath. I discuss how going back to school played a crucial...

  • Episode #1

    Breaking Free from Cult Legacies: Divorce, Systemic Blame, and Emotional Landmines

    Jan 22, 202534 minS2

    Send us Fan Mail Kicking off Season 2 of How to Leave a Cult , I open up about the emotional aftermath of my divorce and the deep sense of failure I felt. I share insights into the cult's prestigious school, which...

  • Episode #20

    When the Lies Become Too Much: Losing a Marriage to Cult Control

    Oct 30, 202442 minS1

    Send us Fan Mail In this heart-wrenching episode of How to Leave a Cult , I share the unraveling of my marriage amidst the powerful grip of cult influence. After the birth of our second child, my husband told me he...

  • Episode #19

    Unlearning Venom: Healing Cult Trauma Through Gratitude

    Oct 23, 202437 minS1

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of How to Leave a Cult , I take you inside the intense and often toxic dynamics of life as a young couple in the cult. From attending trance circles and processes to learning the cult's...

  • Episode #20

    Healing Beyond the Surface: Cult Expectations, Trauma, and Recovery

    Oct 1, 202430 minS1

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of How to Leave a Cult , we dive deep into how living under a cult’s control affects us long after we’ve left. We start by exploring the 80/20 iceberg theory, which reveals how explicit...

  • Episode #19

    When Milestones Aren’t Yours: The Wedding and Baby Shower I Didn’t Plan

    Sep 24, 202431 minS1

    Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal episode, I open up about two major life events—my wedding and baby shower—that were entirely decided for me. From the guest list to the location, nothing was truly mine. I share...

  • Episode #18

    Returning to the Fold: David's Journey In and Out of Cult Life

    Sep 3, 20241h 11mS1

    Send us Fan Mail In the upcoming episode of "How to Leave a Cult," I'm joined by David, a former cult member whose story is both unique and deeply compelling. David and his wife initially found solace in practices like...

  • Episode #18

    Enforcing the Faith: How Cult Teachings Made Me Controlling

    Aug 28, 202431 minS1

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "How to Leave a Cult," I dive into how the harsh and unforgiving teachings of the church led me to become controlling in my relationships. Driven by a desperate need to live up to the...

  • Episode #17

    Shame and Submission: Life in My Cult-Arranged Relationship

    Aug 22, 202437 minS1

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "How to Leave a Cult," I share the harrowing experience of navigating my arranged relationship within the cult. Not only was I responsible for teaching him the "law of the land" and...

  • Episode #17

    Dictated Destiny: My Arranged Cult Marriage

    Aug 13, 202437 minS1

    Send us Fan Mail In this gripping episode of "How to Leave a Cult," I recount the carefully orchestrated meeting with the man I was chosen to marry within the cult. Through this personal story, we delve into the power...

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