The Cult Next Door

Ashleigh and Mattie are so vulnerable in each episode. Incredible storytelling. So glad they are healing together <3

Listening to this podcast has been so helpful and healing. I was also raised in a high control religious cult and hearing your stories has helped me address and work through some of the things I had repressed. I’ve been out for nearly 30 years but I’m still working on healing. Thank you all so much for sharing your stories!

So many correlations to my life in these podcasts. I was born into WWCG as my dad was a member until the 90’s when he joined UCG after the changes. I’m so glad I left and my daughters did not grow up in this cult. This cult really did a number on me. Almost all of the friends I had in the church as well as myself are no longer a part of any church. Shame on those in power taking advantage of so many.

This podcast was recommended by a friend and fellow cult survivor. I quickly became mesmerized by your stories and details of the high control group that shaped your childhood and trauma. Even though my story varies greatly from yours, I found solace and comfort knowing that it wasn’t just me who saw the dysfunctional dynamics in a group/family system hailed as “Divinely Created “. Keep speaking out.