Episodes

April 18, 2025

BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW-The Dynamics of Consent: Freedom vs. Coercion p…

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 thought-provoking bonus episode, Rachel dives deep into ...

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April 16, 2025

Born & Razed with Beth Granger

In this gripping episode, Rachel welcomes Beth Granger, a courageous survivor of a Christian cult. Beth shares her harrowing journey from being raised in a controlling environment to her eventual escape at the age of 31. Now ...

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April 9, 2025

The Absurdity of Belief with Jon Atack

In the latest episode, Rachel had the privilege of speaking once again with Jon Atack, a renowned expert on authoritarian cult groups and the author of several influential books, including "Let's Sell These People a Piece of ...

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April 4, 2025

BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW- Navigating Moral Injury: Healing After Cult In…

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 thought-provoking bonus episode, Rachel addresses the oft...

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April 2, 2025

Clearly Lies Are True: Surviving Scientology Pt.2 w/ Pamela Nickel Wi…

In this powerful continuation of Rachel's conversation with Pamela Nickel Williams, the two delve deeper into Pamela's traumatic experiences growing up in Scientology and the complex dynamics of her family relationships. Pame...

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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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Feb. 26, 2025

Liberation & The Aftermath w/Claire Headley

In this heartfelt episode, Rachel sits down with Claire Headley, a former high-ranking executive in the Church of Scientology, to discuss her journey of healing and recovery after leaving the organization. Claire shares her e...

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Feb. 21, 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 this timely bonus episode, Rachel addresses the overwhelming phenomenon o...

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Feb. 19, 2025

The Line Between Transformation and Exploitation w/Anne Peterson

In this compelling episode, Rachel welcomes back Anne Peterson, a former leader in the Landmark education movement who has dedicated her life to understanding the complexities of personal development and its potential for exp...

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Feb. 12, 2025

Medicine, Deception, and Munchausen by Proxy w/ Detective Mike Weber

In this powerful episode, Rachel welcomes Detective Mike Weber, a dedicated law enforcement professional with 40 years of experience, who now specializes in crimes against children. They discuss the complex and often misunder...

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Feb. 7, 2025

BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Psychics & The Illusion of Certainty

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 Rachel delves into the captivating world of psychics and the allure that dra...

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Feb. 5, 2025

Redeemed w/Penny Lane

Penny Lane is a survivor, writer, wife, and mother with an insatiable passion for life and books. Originally from Jackson Heights, Queens, She is the author of the recently published memoir, Redeemed, A Memoir of a Stolen Chi...

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Jan. 29, 2025

Unraveling the Threads of Authority: From Cults to the Nazis w/Jon At…

In this enlightening episode, Rachel welcomes Jon Atack, a leading expert on authoritarian cults and bestselling author, for a deep dive into the interplay between cult dynamics and historical atrocities. With a career spanni...

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Jan. 24, 2025

Indoctrination with Rachel Bernstein, LMFT (TRAILER)

Welcome to IndoctriNation: A weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control. I’m Rachel Bernstein, LMFT. I’ve been working with victims of cults and emotional abusers for over 30 ...

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Jan. 23, 2025

BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: The Cult Dynamics of Wicked w/Andrew Pledger

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Jan. 22, 2025

Takedown w/Laila Mickelwait

In this powerful episode, Rachel welcomes Laila M…

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Jan. 15, 2025

On The Wrong Side w/Nicole Bedera, Ph.D

In this enlightening episode, Rachel sits down wi…

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Jan. 10, 2025

BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Deconstruction & Recovery w/Dr. Glenn Doyle

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Jan. 6, 2025

Nobody Should Believe Me w/Andrea Dunlop

In this poignant episode, Rachel is joined by And…

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