Today we’re joined by Finrod Jellybottoms, a chosen elf who escaped Santa’s magical workshop. Beneath the candy-striped facade lies a grueling cultic system of manipulation, free labor, and fear-based loyalty. Finrod shares his harrowing journey from a hopeful young elf in Frost Hollow to years of exploitation under Santa’s rule, uncovering the dark truths behind the “joy” of Christmas and the infamous Elf on a Shelf. We are glad Finrod got out and is able to remind us about the true meaning of Christmas…&nbsp;

Happy holidays everyone! Thank you for your continued support. We’ll be back JAN 13th 2025!!! Until then, stay safe and out of cults!&nbsp;

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<description>&lt;p&gt;Today we’re joined by Finrod Jellybottoms, a chosen elf who escaped Santa’s magical workshop. Beneath the candy-striped facade lies a grueling cultic system of manipulation, free labor, and fear-based loyalty. Finrod shares his harrowing journey from a hopeful young elf in Frost Hollow to years of exploitation under Santa’s rule, uncovering the dark truths behind the “joy” of Christmas and the infamous Elf on a Shelf. We are glad Finrod got out and is able to remind us about the true meaning of Christmas…&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Happy holidays everyone! Thank you for your continued support. We’ll be back JAN 13th 2025!!! Until then, stay safe and out of cults!&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;_______&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;________&lt;/p&gt;
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</description>

Today we&#8217;re joined by Finrod Jellybottoms, a chosen elf who escaped Santa&#8217;s magical workshop. Beneath the candy-striped facade lies a grueling cultic system of manipulation, free labor, and fear-based loyalty. Finrod...

Today we’re joined by Finrod Jellybottoms, a chosen elf who escaped Santa’s magical workshop. Beneath the candy-striped facade lies a grueling cultic system of manipulation, free labor, and fear-based loyalty. Finrod shares his harrowing journey from a hopeful young elf in Frost Hollow to years of exploitation under Santa’s rule, uncovering the dark truths behind the “joy” of Christmas and the infamous Elf on a Shelf. We are glad Finrod got out and is able to remind us about the true meaning of Christmas…&nbsp;

Happy holidays everyone! Thank you for your continued support. We’ll be back JAN 13th 2025!!! Until then, stay safe and out of cults!&nbsp;

_______
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Santa is My Cult Leader: “He Sees Everything”

In the gripping conclusion to Jeanne Nolan's story, the idyllic facade of Zendik Farm finally shatters. Beneath its promises of revolution and a self-sustaining community lies a darker reality: broken families and devastating power plays. Jeanne recounts her heart-wrenching separation from her baby, the unraveling of relationships under the commune’s twisted rules, and her ultimate escape after 17 long years. Through painful truths and a hard-won sense of clarity, Jeanne forges a new life outside the cult, turning trauma into a legacy of love, family, and a thriving organic gardening business that inspires others to embrace sustainability, growth, and connection… and all in a very healthy and not-at-all culty way of course. This is a story of resilience, transformation, and the extraordinary ability to cultivate beauty from even the darkest of places.

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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ground-Up-Education-Movement-Changing/dp/1684719585?crid=PMS4YVBQ0TZ6&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BGsi5PqgUo1Xwk3MnMk19tqsUbaOfO7HrE77QQTIxuJg5Ayqe-4_buIBY7iYQjpjP-tlWRK3V2_I3Wqp4XOuq9myWkpLrDWU2HmKNkX0bJ8.2jNOkeu6RcrDF9wLAhsf4sRIsK7g8zq--yRKcWPiXx4&dib_tag=se&keywords=Ground-Up-Education-Movement-Changing&qid=1733673275&sprefix=ground-up-education-movement-changing,aps,110&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=wasiinacultpo-20&linkId=7438d7fb63fa02d91133d8fda5d9d6dd&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_self">Buy Jeanne’s book here!!</a>&nbsp;

Jeanne’s incredible business “The Organic Gardener” <a href="https://www.theorganicgardener.net/" target="_self">https://www.theorganicgardener.net/</a>&nbsp;

And if you want more Zendik, read <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mating-Captivity-Memoir-Helen-Zuman/dp/1631523376?&linkCode=sl1&tag=wasiinacultpo-20&linkId=1e8b20a188899f9af2d95d2f6179808b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_self">Helen Zuman’s memoir, “Mating in Captivity”</a>

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_______

Get holiday gifts here! <a href="http://Quince.com/CULT" target="_self">Quince.com/CULT</a>&nbsp;
_______

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<description>&lt;p&gt;In the gripping conclusion to Jeanne Nolan's story, the idyllic facade of Zendik Farm finally shatters. Beneath its promises of revolution and a self-sustaining community lies a darker reality: broken families and devastating power plays. Jeanne recounts her heart-wrenching separation from her baby, the unraveling of relationships under the commune’s twisted rules, and her ultimate escape after 17 long years. Through painful truths and a hard-won sense of clarity, Jeanne forges a new life outside the cult, turning trauma into a legacy of love, family, and a thriving organic gardening business that inspires others to embrace sustainability, growth, and connection… and all in a very healthy and not-at-all culty way of course. This is a story of resilience, transformation, and the extraordinary ability to cultivate beauty from even the darkest of places.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;_____&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ground-Up-Education-Movement-Changing/dp/1684719585?crid=PMS4YVBQ0TZ6&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BGsi5PqgUo1Xwk3MnMk19tqsUbaOfO7HrE77QQTIxuJg5Ayqe-4_buIBY7iYQjpjP-tlWRK3V2_I3Wqp4XOuq9myWkpLrDWU2HmKNkX0bJ8.2jNOkeu6RcrDF9wLAhsf4sRIsK7g8zq--yRKcWPiXx4&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Ground-Up-Education-Movement-Changing&amp;qid=1733673275&amp;sprefix=ground-up-education-movement-changing,aps,110&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=wasiinacultpo-20&amp;linkId=7438d7fb63fa02d91133d8fda5d9d6dd&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_self"&gt;Buy Jeanne’s book here!!&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jeanne’s incredible business “The Organic Gardener” &lt;a href="https://www.theorganicgardener.net/" target="_self"&gt;https://www.theorganicgardener.net/&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;And if you want more Zendik, read &lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mating-Captivity-Memoir-Helen-Zuman/dp/1631523376?&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=wasiinacultpo-20&amp;linkId=1e8b20a188899f9af2d95d2f6179808b&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_self"&gt;Helen Zuman’s memoir, “Mating in Captivity”&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;_____&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Stop Scooping! With the Littler Robot. As a special holiday offer, Whisker is offering up to $100 off Litter-Robot bundles. AND as a special offer to listeners, you can get an additional $50 off when you go to &lt;a href="http://stopscooping.com/CULT" target="_self"&gt;stopscooping.com/CULT&lt;/a&gt; .&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;_______&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Get holiday gifts here! &lt;a href="http://Quince.com/CULT" target="_self"&gt;Quince.com/CULT&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;_______&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Resist aging at the cellular level, try Qualia Senolytic. Go to &lt;a href="http://Qualialife.com/CULT" target="_self"&gt;Qualialife.com/CULT&lt;/a&gt; for up to 50% off and use code ‘CULT' at checkout for an additional 15% off.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;________&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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</description>

In the gripping conclusion to Jeanne Nolan&apos;s story, the idyllic facade of Zendik Farm finally shatters. Beneath its promises of revolution and a self-sustaining community lies a darker reality: broken families and devastating power...

In the gripping conclusion to Jeanne Nolan's story, the idyllic facade of Zendik Farm finally shatters. Beneath its promises of revolution and a self-sustaining community lies a darker reality: broken families and devastating power plays. Jeanne recounts her heart-wrenching separation from her baby, the unraveling of relationships under the commune’s twisted rules, and her ultimate escape after 17 long years. Through painful truths and a hard-won sense of clarity, Jeanne forges a new life outside the cult, turning trauma into a legacy of love, family, and a thriving organic gardening business that inspires others to embrace sustainability, growth, and connection… and all in a very healthy and not-at-all culty way of course. This is a story of resilience, transformation, and the extraordinary ability to cultivate beauty from even the darkest of places.

_____

Buy Jeanne’s book here!!&nbsp;

Jeanne’s incredible business “The Organic Gardener” https://www.theorganicgardener.net/&nbsp;

And if you want more Zendik, read Helen Zuman’s memoir, “Mating in Captivity”

_____

Stop Scooping! With the Littler Robot. As a special holiday offer, Whisker is offering up to $100 off Litter-Robot bundles. AND as a special offer to listeners, you can get an additional $50 off when you go to stopscooping.com/CULT .&nbsp;
_______

Get holiday gifts here! Quince.com/CULT&nbsp;
_______

Resist aging at the cellular level, try Qualia Senolytic. Go to Qualialife.com/CULT  for up to 50% off and use code ‘CULT' at checkout for an additional 15% off.
________

Follow us on Instagram/TikTok/FB: @wasiinacult&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Zendik Farm PT2: “Embracing the Death Culture”

What happens when an idealistic teen swaps suburban comforts for a “revolutionary” arts cooperative promising harmony with the Earth, free love, and organic farming? Jeanne Nolan thought she’d found utopia at Zendik Farm—a bohemian paradise where creativity and sustainability reigned supreme. But behind the lush gardens and groovy slogans lurked manipulation, sexual politics, and a strict hierarchy led by two enigmatic leaders. In part one of this captivating two-parter, Jeanne reveals her journey from wide-eyed seeker to “Zendik warrior,” the allure of life on the fringe, and the cracks that began to form in the farm’s idyllic facade. Was Zendik Farm truly a haven, or just another cleverly veiled cult? Let’s dig into the dirt.
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<description>&lt;p&gt;What happens when an idealistic teen swaps suburban comforts for a “revolutionary” arts cooperative promising harmony with the Earth, free love, and organic farming? Jeanne Nolan thought she’d found utopia at Zendik Farm—a bohemian paradise where creativity and sustainability reigned supreme. But behind the lush gardens and groovy slogans lurked manipulation, sexual politics, and a strict hierarchy led by two enigmatic leaders. In part one of this captivating two-parter, Jeanne reveals her journey from wide-eyed seeker to “Zendik warrior,” the allure of life on the fringe, and the cracks that began to form in the farm’s idyllic facade. Was Zendik Farm truly a haven, or just another cleverly veiled cult? Let’s dig into the dirt.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;_____&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with &lt;a href="https://www.instagram.com/lumedeodorant/?hl=en" target="_self"&gt;@lumedeodorant&lt;/a&gt; and get 15% off with promo code inacult at &lt;a href="http://Lumepodcast.com/inacult" target="_self"&gt;Lumepodcast.com/inacult&lt;/a&gt;! #lumepod&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;_____&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This holiday season, gift yourself some peace of mind. If you’re 21+, head to &lt;a href="http://Viiahemp.com" target="_self"&gt;Viiahemp.com&lt;/a&gt; and use the code [inacult] to receive 15% off.&lt;/p&gt;
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</description>

What happens when an idealistic teen swaps suburban comforts for a &#8220;revolutionary&#8221; arts cooperative promising harmony with the Earth, free love, and organic farming? Jeanne Nolan thought she&#8217;d found utopia...

What happens when an idealistic teen swaps suburban comforts for a “revolutionary” arts cooperative promising harmony with the Earth, free love, and organic farming? Jeanne Nolan thought she’d found utopia at Zendik Farm—a bohemian paradise where creativity and sustainability reigned supreme. But behind the lush gardens and groovy slogans lurked manipulation, sexual politics, and a strict hierarchy led by two enigmatic leaders. In part one of this captivating two-parter, Jeanne reveals her journey from wide-eyed seeker to “Zendik warrior,” the allure of life on the fringe, and the cracks that began to form in the farm’s idyllic facade. Was Zendik Farm truly a haven, or just another cleverly veiled cult? Let’s dig into the dirt.
_____
Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code inacult at Lumepodcast.com/inacult! #lumepod&nbsp;
_____
This holiday season, gift yourself some peace of mind. If you’re 21+, head to Viiahemp.com and use the  code [inacult] to receive 15% off.
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Zendik Farm PT1: “Stop Bitching, Start a Revolution”

CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses sensitive and potentially triggering topics around sex and sexual dynamics.

Amelia returns to share the conclusion of her story, exposing the hidden dangers she encountered within the BDSM kink scene in the UK. While this subculture promised sexual liberation and empowerment, Amelia reveals how it often justified harmful dynamics and enabled exploitation.

In this episode, Amelia reveals the unsettling realities of concepts like ‘dark age play’ and ‘consensual non-consent,’ where blurred boundaries and the guise of consent are used to excuse abuse and shield predators from accountability. Her candid account delves into the manipulation, cult-like groupthink, and the profound psychological toll of her more than 10-years immersed in the scene.

Through her story, Amelia highlights the importance of questioning systems that silence dissent, the slippery slope of power dynamics, and the courage it takes to finally shut the door for good on an environment that no longer reflects your values. Amelia's journey serves as a reminder that true empowerment comes from recognizing harm, standing against exploitation, and reclaiming your voice—even when it means walking away from the spaces you once called home.
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____

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<description>&lt;p&gt;CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses sensitive and potentially triggering topics around sex and sexual dynamics.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Amelia returns to share the conclusion of her story, exposing the hidden dangers she encountered within the BDSM kink scene in the UK. While this subculture promised sexual liberation and empowerment, Amelia reveals how it often justified harmful dynamics and enabled exploitation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Amelia reveals the unsettling realities of concepts like ‘dark age play’ and ‘consensual non-consent,’ where blurred boundaries and the guise of consent are used to excuse abuse and shield predators from accountability. Her candid account delves into the manipulation, cult-like groupthink, and the profound psychological toll of her more than 10-years immersed in the scene.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Through her story, Amelia highlights the importance of questioning systems that silence dissent, the slippery slope of power dynamics, and the courage it takes to finally shut the door for good on an environment that no longer reflects your values. Amelia's journey serves as a reminder that true empowerment comes from recognizing harm, standing against exploitation, and reclaiming your voice—even when it means walking away from the spaces you once called home.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;____&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="http://LumeDeodorant.com" target="_self"&gt;Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code “INACULT” at LumeDeodorant.com!&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;____&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="http://Qualialife.com/CULT" target="_self"&gt;Resist aging at the cellular level, try Qualia Senolytic. Go to Qualialife.com/CULT for up to 50% off and use code “CULT” at checkout for an additional 15% off.&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses sensitive and potentially triggering topics around sex and sexual dynamics.

Amelia returns to share the conclusion of her story, exposing the hidden dangers she encountered within the BDSM kink scene...

CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses sensitive and potentially triggering topics around sex and sexual dynamics.

Amelia returns to share the conclusion of her story, exposing the hidden dangers she encountered within the BDSM kink scene in the UK. While this subculture promised sexual liberation and empowerment, Amelia reveals how it often justified harmful dynamics and enabled exploitation.

In this episode, Amelia reveals the unsettling realities of concepts like ‘dark age play’ and ‘consensual non-consent,’ where blurred boundaries and the guise of consent are used to excuse abuse and shield predators from accountability. Her candid account delves into the manipulation, cult-like groupthink, and the profound psychological toll of her more than 10-years immersed in the scene.

Through her story, Amelia highlights the importance of questioning systems that silence dissent, the slippery slope of power dynamics, and the courage it takes to finally shut the door for good on an environment that no longer reflects your values. Amelia's journey serves as a reminder that true empowerment comes from recognizing harm, standing against exploitation, and reclaiming your voice—even when it means walking away from the spaces you once called home.
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The BDSM Kink Scene PT2: “My Kink is Not Your Kink”

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Content Warning: This episode discusses sex and adult themes.&nbsp;

Amelia King spent over a decade immersed in the UK’s BDSM scene, an underground world of role play, power dynamics, and boundaries—both pushed and broken. In this candid conversation, Amelia sheds light on how what began as playful exploration became a subculture steeped in manipulation, exploitation, and troubling parallels to cult-like behavior. From “munches” to “play partners,” she shares the layers of the scene’s allure, hierarchy, and darker truths.

This is the first of a two-part series delving into Amelia’s story. Next week, we’ll explore the deeper, more sinister aspects of this subculture.
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&lt;p&gt;Amelia King spent over a decade immersed in the UK’s BDSM scene, an underground world of role play, power dynamics, and boundaries—both pushed and broken. In this candid conversation, Amelia sheds light on how what began as playful exploration became a subculture steeped in manipulation, exploitation, and troubling parallels to cult-like behavior. From “munches” to “play partners,” she shares the layers of the scene’s allure, hierarchy, and darker truths.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;This is the first of a two-part series delving into Amelia’s story. Next week, we’ll explore the deeper, more sinister aspects of this subculture.&lt;/p&gt;
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Content Warning: This episode discusses sex and adult themes.&amp;nbsp;

Amelia King spent over a decade immersed...

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Content Warning: This episode discusses sex and adult themes.&nbsp;

Amelia King spent over a decade immersed in the UK’s BDSM scene, an underground world of role play, power dynamics, and boundaries—both pushed and broken. In this candid conversation, Amelia sheds light on how what began as playful exploration became a subculture steeped in manipulation, exploitation, and troubling parallels to cult-like behavior. From “munches” to “play partners,” she shares the layers of the scene’s allure, hierarchy, and darker truths.

This is the first of a two-part series delving into Amelia’s story. Next week, we’ll explore the deeper, more sinister aspects of this subculture.
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The BDSM Kink Scene PT1: “Don’t Yuck My Yum”

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