Once Upon a Cult

Shawn Porrett

Rachael, Allan and Shawn explore the dark alleys and twisted turns that some groups take. Every group starts with a good intention, but what separates a group from a cult? Come hear us tell the tale of different groups as we discuss if they should be considered a cult or not.

  1. The Big 1-0-0! A Reunion Years in the Making!

    12/15/2023

    The Big 1-0-0! A Reunion Years in the Making!

    This is it Culties! Episode 100! Rachael, Vickee, Allan and Shawn come together to give you updates on some of the cults we covered. We also reflect on favorite episodes, leaders who stuck out to us, and some behind the scenes stuff. A reunion worthy of the end of our little jaunt into the world of cults!

    1h 34m
  2. OneTaste and the Art of Oming

    12/15/2023

    OneTaste and the Art of Oming

    This week Rachael, Shawn and Allan look into OneTaste. The San Francisco born group, run by Nicole Daedone, that focused on human connection through orgasm. Sounds pretty good until the sex gets exploited. You won't believe where this one goes!

    1h 8m
  3. New Testament Christian Churches of America, Phew, That's a Mouthful

    12/15/2023

    New Testament Christian Churches of America, Phew, That's a Mouthful

    On today's episode, the Scooby Gang delves into the history of the New Testament Christian Churches of America. We've said it before and we'll say it again, there is a thin line between cult and religion! In this case, has Rodger Wilson Davis crossed that line?

    53 min
  4. Satine Phoenix and Jamison Stone: Scourge of the Dungeons and Dragons Community

    12/15/2023

    Satine Phoenix and Jamison Stone: Scourge of the Dungeons and Dragons Community

    This week Shawn and Allan study up on Satine Phoenix and Jamison Stone. A married couple who took advantage of the Dungeons and Dragons community. We discuss their cult like actions and put them to the test to see if we qualify them as a cult or not.

    50 min
  5. We Don't Need Food! For We Are Breatharians!

    12/15/2023

    We Don't Need Food! For We Are Breatharians!

    This week, Allan and Shawn dissect the Breatharians. A group who believes we can attain a higher form of being without food or water. The sun is our source of energy. Come listen as we tell this strange tale.

    49 min
  6. Screw the Arrows, This Quiver is Full of Children!

    12/15/2023

    Screw the Arrows, This Quiver is Full of Children!

    Shawn and Rachael are joined by Friend of the Pod Jesse from A Real Bodice Ripper! We discuss the group Quiver Full. This is the one that Shawn promised half a season ago. This is the group the Doctor from "Our Father" was a part of. Very interesting.

    1h 1m
  7. Jenova's Toxic Final Fantasy VII Family

    12/15/2023

    Jenova's Toxic Final Fantasy VII Family

    The Playstation game that turned a while generation onto Otherkin, Japanese culture, and RPGs...oh yeah, and a Cult! This one is cray culties. We get a firsthand look at how a fandom can turn toxic, over and over again. This girl just loves to take advantage of people!

    1h 19m
  8. Andrew Tate and His Army of Tater Tots

    12/15/2023

    Andrew Tate and His Army of Tater Tots

    Rachael, Shawn and Allan look into the controversial life of Andrew Tate. Kickboxer turned scammer turned possible cult leader. He has run self proclaimed scams that his followers don't seem to mind him calling scams. This controversial figure has also popped up in not the greatest light online...

    56 min
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Rachael, Allan and Shawn explore the dark alleys and twisted turns that some groups take. Every group starts with a good intention, but what separates a group from a cult? Come hear us tell the tale of different groups as we discuss if they should be considered a cult or not.

Information

  • Creator
    Shawn Porrett
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Shawn Porrett
  • Show Website
    Once Upon a Cult