[Cult]ure Shock

By Kendra Lee Bryan

[Cult]ure Shock is a info-tainment audio/video podcast, hosted by 2x cult survivor, Kendra Lee Bryan. Each week she'll guide you though a labyrinth of cults, crime, and crooked culture, turning instit... more

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The podcast currently has 48 episodes available.

[Cult]ure Shock episodes:

February 02, 2024 Jehovah's Witness: A Doomsday Cult
Micki is an absolutely beautiful spirit who's somehow more vibrant than her hair. ;) Fun fact-she is originally from New Zealand, which just so happens to be where my favorite trilogy was filmed...bonus points if you can name it!
This episode is the 1st of a 2 part interview so make sure you subscribe so you don't accidentally miss the rest of Micki's story!
You can watch the full video on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/iZCLzw9-68c
Thank you for supporting my work!!
Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/thekendrab
Paypal: paypal.me/thekendrab
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Micki spent the better part of 3 decades as a dedicated Jehovah's Witness but what she experienced during that time was both horrific and infuriating. Many classic cult tactics are tightly woven in the fabric of the Jehovah's Witness culture and Micki does a phenomenal job unpacking and clearly explaining just how manipulative and cohesive it is towards members.
Since leaving the religion a few years ago, Micki has been an outspoken advocate against the harmful practices of the JW's which is incredibly MEANINGFUL work yet it receives a ton of backlash and hate from active group members. Soooo....please drop a comment to show love and support of the wonderful work she's doing and go follow her on her socials!!
Follow Micki:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apostatebarbie
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@apostatebarbie?_t=8jX7K98vQJG&_r=1
Sources mentioned in the video:
https://jwfacts.com/
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54min
January 27, 2024 How To Survive A Cult
Hey Heathens-
I hope your week was amazing!
SUBSCRIBE for weekly episode and I'll love you forever and a day!
You can watch the episode on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/vVYv1wo5jBk
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It's been 20 FREAKING YEARS since I've seen or spoken to Jessalyn and we wasted no time breaking out some funny and traumatizing memories.
You'll get to see an absolute blast from the past via OLD AF pictures of our youth that I found in the hidden vaults (the top of my closet under huge stacks of books).
Jessalyn is a childhood friend and teammate from my homeschool volleyball days circa 2003-ish. We were both labeled as SUPER rebellious and told we were bad influences on the other girls. You'll be shocked at what we did to get those horrendous labels.
We were raised in slightly different variations of a controlling fundamentalist group and I'm honestly so proud we both managed to escape and become the strong, outspoken, rebellious, and hilarious women we are today.
Cheers to all the other Jezebels like us out there!
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1h 34min
January 19, 2024 A Mother's Worst Nightmare
Jordan experienced a mother’s worst nightmare on August 21st, 2023 when she received a phone call from the FBI. She soon found out that her (then) boyfriend was committing unthinkable crimes against their daughter as well as other kids.
In the wake of the unfolding events, Jordan took to TikTok to share her story and seek help from the online community. She’s encountered so many obstacles and challenges along the way and we discuss really important things including being a victim AND being a victim’s advocate.
She also dropped some MOTHER FREAKIN twists that I had no idea about prior to our conversation… so don’t get too comfortable when listening. 😮‍💨
You’ll learn throughout our conversation that Jordan and her daughter are rebuilding their lives without ANY family support from either side and minimal assistance even from victims advocates.
My [Cult]ure Shock community has come through so many times before and it would mean THE WORLD to me if you would do it again for Jordan and her daughter. 💜 THANK YOU ALL I LOOOOVE YOU!!
How to help:
Follow Jordan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanbsteph?_t=8jAwVLbBkQI&_r=1
Watch her first video (we referenced in this episode) here: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8pD88aJ/
Send a gift if support to Jordan and her daughter here:
https://linktr.ee/jbmsteph?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=617f30f1-c4dc-404f-8a33-80c4864b8868
*Ty Stephenson remains in jail and has not yet been tried or convicted as of this episode.*
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1h 5min
January 05, 2024 The Secret Lives of Pentecostal Holiness
On this episode I’m joined by my lovely and hilarious guest, Jess, who grew up in the Pentecostal Holiness church.
Jess’ interview is packed full of wisdom, heartbreak, and many moments of humor as she recounts her own experience of growing up in an unsuspecting cult. She sheds light on many untold secrets and cover-ups that tarnished her youthful innocence and continue to impact innocent people in the Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Our conversation left me feeling more inspired to live this life as a loud, proud, and free woman. 💜
Watch the episode on Youtube: https://studio.youtube.com/video/uqmtMYr9Njg/edit
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Resources mentioned in this episode:
NYC area sliding scale therapy:
www.safehorizon.org
Nationwide sliding scale therapy:
▫️betterhelp.com
▫️try.talkspace.com
DV/SA/CSA support hotline and chat:
🔺RAINN.org
800-656-HOPE
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1h 8min
December 23, 2023 A Preacher Boy's Baptist Cult
You can watch "Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals", on HBO Max or anywhere Investigation Discovery is playing. The 4 part docuseries follows the stories of several individuals who have left Independent Fundamental Baptist Churches. The victims have experienced horrific things while in them both as children and adults. The coverup and denial of their experiences has gone too far and for too long...
You can watch the full episode on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/qE_8Lcma7Xg
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Eric Skwarczynski began his career as a professional videographer in 2013. Since then, his work has taken him across over 20 states and 13 countries, allowing him to develop into a skilled storyteller.
Now, Eric is utilizing his talents and abilities to shed light on critical issues surrounding mental, physical, and sexual abuse within Independent Baptist Churches.
His podcast, Preacher Boys, launched in January 2020, and has garnered nearly 2.5 million downloads, and the accompanying YouTube channel has accumulated 3,000,000+ views.
Eric’s work has found its way into mainstream media, being featured on platforms like Peacock and the CBC.
He was most recently featured in the four-part documentary series, Let Us Prey, which premiered on Investigation Discovery and hit #7 on the most-watched series on HBO Max.
In addition to the success of Preacher Boys, Eric recently introduced a second YouTube channel, Film School’d – which features in-depth interviews with directors, actors, writers, Academy Award-winning FX artists, and other luminaries in the film industry.
Casting Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzlvQhC4mrFt09AC_lDcsLYlTNxNyOtiG_gA1vgBDW7N7_yQ/viewform
Eric's Socials
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUnhn-4KoLWr0ffbPjMf-gQ
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspod
Twitter (X) https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc
Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/preacher-boys-podcast/id1493726980
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xZpDGKzOzjBuhRFUhFAM9?si=1d340858588f4054
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57min
December 13, 2023 Trafficked By A Youth Pastor
Hey Heathens! Hope you're having a fantastic week!
You can watch the full video on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/aUIWb3N3Ahs
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As a young teenager, Angela was groomed by a former youth pastor and covert narcissist, now serving a life sentence. Unfortunately, Angela and several other young girls did not escape without life long scars including ptsd and religious trauma syndrome (rts) However, Angela and these other brave women are the reason he is behind bars which has protected so many others from his horrific crimes.
We also dig into other things like how religious trauma can sneak up on you long after you've left the environment and the heavy truth that ALL church goers (past and present) need to hear.
Angela did an absolutely beautiful job sharing her vulnerable story of pain, trauma, hope and healing. I am grateful she has shared it with all of us here.
Go show your love and support to her by visiting Angela's super cute metaphysical IG shop:
https://instagram.com/therestlessspiritvintage?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ==
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1h 26min
November 09, 2023 Surviving A Mormon Marriage
In this episode of had the pleasure of speaking with Mekael J., an ex-Mormon woman who left the church at age 37 when she came out as gay.
We had an eye-opening conversation about her journey to embracing her authentic self and leaving a religion that treats homosexuality as a sin and worthy of excommunication.
We also dug into the challenges that come with recovering from religion including losing family, how to reparent yourself, and the feelings of isolation and loneliness often attached.
Mekael shared many of her personal experiences with me while offering valuable advice for others in similar situations.
This episode is a must-listen if you or someone you know is struggling with leaving a religion that no longer serves you/them.
Follow Mekael on IG: @pearl_np88Helpful resources:
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial or Text 988 (Available for everyone for free, 24/7)
Book Of Separation: https://www.amazon.com/The-Book-of-Separation-audiobook/dp/B076KST3HH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=36FNKGNNZJ675&keywords=book+of+separation&qid=1699474722&sprefix=book+of+separation%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1
Embracing Uncertainty: https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Uncertainty-Breakthrough-Methods-Achieving/dp/B07XB39KM1/ref=sr_1_1?crid=KCNJ03LLZ2KU&keywords=embracing+uncertainty&qid=1699474786&s=audible&sprefix=embracing+uncertainty%2Caudible%2C126&sr=1-1
How To Do The Work: https://www.amazon.com/How-Do-Work-Recognize-Patterns/dp/B092394734/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3L9CC7GYKX64F&keywords=how+to+do+the+work&qid=1699474819&s=audible&sprefix=how+to+do+the+work%2Caudible%2C117&sr=1-1
When Religion Hurts You: https://www.amazon.com/When-Religion-Hurts-You-High-Control/dp/B0CHDMFN4M/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JH5Q49WILYBB&keywords=when+religion+hurts+you&qid=1699474853&s=audible&sprefix=when+religion+hurts+you%2Caudible%2C124&sr=1-1
Complex PTSD Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/Complex-PTSD-Workbook-Mind-Body-Regaining/dp/B0849YRJ1X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1K644SU3MPFEO&keywords=complex+ptsd+workbook&qid=1699474882&s=audible&sprefix=complex+ptsd+workbook%2Caudible%2C117&sr=1-1
Huberman Labs Podcast: https://www.hubermanlab.com/podcast
Ketamine Episode: https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/ketamine-benefits-and-risks-for-depression-ptsd-and-neuroplasticity
The Science of Emotions and Relationships Episode: https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/the-science-of-emotions-relationships
LQBTQ Mormons, Families, and Friends: Affirmation.org
Ready to Leave the Mormon Church: https://quitmormon.com

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1h 19min
November 02, 2023 Real Life American Monster
Shannon Au was featured on Investigation Discovery's 'American Monster' in January 2023. Shannon endured spiritual abuse, church hurt, and cptsd in the years leading up to her mom’s brutal de*th in 2002.
Shannon speaks out about the haunting memory of her mother's k*ller, who deliberately leveraged his position as a police officer and church leader to inflict years of physical and psychological tort*re on her and her family.
We explore the details of the case and the potential early release of the ex-cop who was convicted of the m*rder. However, the main focus is on Shannon's story and the dangers of religious ab*se within churches and families and spiritual ab*se healing.
Sources and Press:
American Monster "Gone Hunting", Season 9, Episode 10 on Discovery Plus and Amazon Prime
This was the first guest episode ever released on [Cult]ure Shock. Watch the full video version here: https://youtu.be/_yP4A8zZw0Y
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1h 23min

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