The Common Cult

Heather and Eryn
  • 5.0 (38)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE

The Common Cult Podcast explores subcultures that range from enthusiastic hobbyists to borderline cult-like groups. Join hosts Eryn and Heather on a sometimes zany, sometimes serious, sometimes contemplative journey as they explore and discuss these subcultures.

  1. 05/26/2022

    Ep. 63 Parenting Philosophies

    Are people too fanatical about their parenting philosophies? How fanatical is TOO fanatical? Why do parenting style evoke so much emotion? What type of parenting style resonates with you? Listen in this week and we tacking this tough topic and share our own experiences.

    54 min

  2. 05/05/2022

    Ep. 62 Cookie Con

    Today we are getting cookie crazy! What is the sugary + delicious cousin to comic con? Cookie Con! Today we are telling you all about this delectable event and hobby that draws thousands and makes millions. But is it a cult? Tune in to hear our take!

    35 min

  3. 04/21/2022

    Ep. 61 Entourage Cults

    This week we are discussing a concept we are calling "encourage cults." What made people fall for the likes of Anna Delvey and other recently con artists? What roles to cult leader and celebrity entourages play? Also, what real life entourages can you name? Listen in this week to hear us discuss!

    35 min

  4. 04/07/2022

    Ep. 60 Cultural Narratives

    Cultural narratives is buzzy term that's getting thrown around these days. What exactly does it mean and are there some culty aspects to cultural narratives? What's the difference between a cultural and a personal narrative and where do they intertwine? These are just a few of the questions we are getting into in this week's episode.

    37 min

  5. 03/17/2022

    Ep. 59 Kids Sports

    Do you have a kid that plays sports? Or perhaps you are an outsider looking in wondering why people will spend thousands of dollars and loads on time on kid's sporting endeavors? Ever seen any questionable behavior at a sporting event and wonder what could motivate someone to act out of character? This week we're tacking the topic of kids sports and asking ourselves if this is something that can dip into culty territory.

    40 min

  6. 03/03/2022

    Ep. 58 HOAs, Neighborhood Facebook Groups, and Next Door, Oh My!

    Why do people take on new persona's in neighborhood Facebook groups? Are HOAs really necessary? What's the craziest thing you've ever seen go down on NextDoor, and what is landscape bullying??? Who loves the HOA and who doesn't? Listen in to hear us get in IRL and online neighborhood drama!

    43 min

  7. 02/17/2022

    Ep. 57 Shibboleth

    What's in a name? Ever notice that certain words have connotations even completely out of context? This week we are talking about the importance of language and how certain words can take on connotations AKA "Shibboleth" and how this can play out in culty organizations.

    40 min

  8. 02/03/2022

    Ep. 56 Couponers

    Listen in this week as we discuss the interesting world of couponers! From the casual coupon consumer to extreme couponing, these are a passionate bunch that love saving money.

    33 min
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The Common Cult Podcast explores subcultures that range from enthusiastic hobbyists to borderline cult-like groups. Join hosts Eryn and Heather on a sometimes zany, sometimes serious, sometimes contemplative journey as they explore and discuss these subcultures.

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  • Creator
    Heather and Eryn
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Common Cult