Reddit Scary Stories: Terrifying Cult Encounters (feat. Amanda Montell)

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Today, we're discussing real terrifying encounters that people had with alleged cults. We’re talking Scientology, people from a “church” showing up at your door to maybe kidnap you, and more. Joined by Amanda Montell, author of the book Cultish, and the host of the Sounds Like A Cult podcast.

Where to Find Amanda & Sounds Like A Cult:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaMontellPodcasts
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cult-of-kundalini-yoga/id1566917047?i=1000702659814
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/452tBQmqzU9wcisVglD8vW?si=rQYnpUTqQZmKD9SpRFr1zA

If you feel you need help getting out of a cult-ish situation, below is a support group:
https://www.igotout.org

TW: Stalking, Emotional Abuse, Grooming, Suic**e mention, Kidnapping themes.

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0:00 Meet Amanda Montel
4:25 My parents are moving us to a compound
18:49 My experience with the church of Scientology
40:52 I was almost Kidnapped by a "religious" group
52:12 Stalked by a Twin Flames believer
1:03:22 Is it a Cult?

#Cults #Scientology #TrueCrime