"Leon," a former cult member, speaks candidly about his own brainwashing, extreme cult tactics, his escape, and the tools for understanding - and exposing - how cults oppress and enslave.  His story was featured in the book, "Fortney Road: Life, Death, and Deception in a Christian Cult."  Other resources: "Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion" by Robert Cialdini International Cultic Studies Association Support our sponsor: <a href="http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth" rel="noopener">http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth</a>     Support our sponsor The Great Courses Plus<a href="http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth" rel="noopener">http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth</a> Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support</a>.

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Cults Part One: Mind-Control Ministry

Seth Andrews, a former Christian broadcaster and believer for 30 years, ultimately escaped the bonds of superstitious thinking to embrace the more satisfying explanations that science provides.  A professional video producer and host of one of the most popular atheist communities on the internet, Seth Andrews brings a polished format, a relaxed environment and a rage-free challenge to the religious beliefs that defined his youth.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.