IndoctriNation

Welcome to IndoctriNation: A weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control.

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March 26, 2025

Clearly Lies Are True: Surviving Scientology w/ Pamela Nickel Williams

In this compelling episode, Rachel Bernstein sits down with Pamela Nickel Williams, a former member of Scientology and an accomplished educator, to explore her harrowing journey from childhood within the church to becoming a ...

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March 21, 2025

BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW-Resisting Cultic Thinking: Strategies for Empow…

This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination In this insightful bonus episode, Rachel delves into the critical ...

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March 19, 2025

Understanding Pathological Manipulation with Dr. Peter Salerno

In this enlightening episode, Rachel engages with Dr. Peter Salerno, a licensed psychotherapist and trauma-informed educator, to discuss the complex dynamics of pathological relationship abuse and the psychological impact of ...

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March 12, 2025

The Art of Pretending: Unmasking Con Artists with Javier Leiva

In this thought-provoking episode, Rachel welcomes Javier Leiva, a true crime podcaster and storyteller, to explore the intricate world of con artists and cult leaders. With his extensive background in journalism, Javier shar...

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March 7, 2025

BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Chaos & Control: Navigating Information Overlo…

This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at: ⁠www.patreon.com/indoctrination In part two of this insightful Patreon exclusive bonus episode, Rachel dive...

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March 5, 2025

In the Shadow of Enlightenment w/Sarito Carroll

In this captivating episode, Rachel welcomes Sarito Carroll, a former member of the Rajneesh movement, to share her deeply personal journey from childhood within a cult to finding her voice and healing in the outside world. S...

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