The Cult Next Door

By The Cult Next Door

Hosted by Mattie Lasiter and Ashleigh Teeter, siblings who were separated for more than 25 years due to the shadow of their shared past.

Their father, a charismatic but enigmatic figure, led a ... more

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The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.

The Cult Next Door episodes:

March 26, 2025 Ep.57: "Substituted Therapy"
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In Ep. 57: "Substituted Therapy," we reconnect with Blake Moorer for a follow-up conversation about where he is now in his healing journey. Blake opens up about what has helped, what hasn’t, and the challenges of navigating recovery after leaving a high-control environment. He also shares his hopes for the future and the ongoing process of rebuilding his life.

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1h 15min
March 19, 2025 Ep.56: "Room To Think"
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In Ep. 56: "Room To Think," our final conversation with Mandy Jones, we continue her story from her previous episode, diving into her journey of leaving high-control religion behind. Mandy shares how stepping away gave her the space to think for herself, reshape her beliefs, and redefine her relationships with faith, family, and life as a whole. Don’t miss this powerful discussion on reclaiming autonomy and finding peace after spiritual control.

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45min
March 15, 2025 Bonus Ep: "Fear & Loathing in Big Sandy"
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Bonus Episode: "Fear & Loathing in Big Sandy" – Seth Forrestier had more to say, and so did we! In this special bonus episode, we dive into a fun, freewheeling conversation with Seth, covering more untold stories, insights, and laughs. Don’t miss this candid and unfiltered discussion!

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1h 19min
March 12, 2025 Ep.55: "Like an Inquisition"
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In Part 1 of our conversation with Mandy Jones, we explore her family’s unique journey through various religious groups, including the Worldwide Church of God offshoots, Messianic movements, and eventually, a brief time in Crusade Church. Mandy shares how these experiences shaped her worldview and the challenges of navigating high-control religious environments.

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53min
March 05, 2025 Ep.54: "Heavy Petting & Getting Weird"
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In Ep. 54: "Heavy Petting & Getting Weird," our final conversation with Naomi Wright, we explore the path Crusade Church was on and how it reflected the patterns she experienced growing up in her father’s cult. She shares her perspective on the warning signs of high-control groups, the recurring tactics of spiritual abuse, and the lasting effects on those trapped within them.

Don’t miss this insightful discussion connecting past experiences to present dangers.

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36min
February 26, 2025 Ep. 53: "We Have Your Father Here"
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In Ep. 53: "We Have Your Father Here," Naomi Wright returns to share more of her journey, including the unexpected loss of her father—a moment that shattered the very teachings he had preached. After years of claiming he would never die, his passing set off a slow domino effect, unraveling long-held beliefs and exposing the cracks in his doctrine. Naomi reflects on this pivotal moment, the impact it had on her healing, and how she continues to help others break free from spiritual abuse.

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1h 21min
February 19, 2025 Ep.52: "I Could Have Died"
🎙️ Leave us a voice message here! In Ep. 52: "I Could Have Died," we sit down with Naomi Wright, executive director of BeEmboldened Ministries, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing and healing from spiritual abuse. Naomi shares her journey of growing up in a pseudo-Christian polygamist cult, the challenges she faced, and how she finally broke free at 28.

Now a licensed mental health professional and theologian, she uses her expertise to help others heal. Don’t miss this powerful conversation.

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1h 4min
February 12, 2025 Ep.51: "Trust Me, Bro"
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In Part 2, "Trust Me, Bro," Seth Forrestier dives deeper into his journey of leaving the cult and the struggles that came with breaking free. He reflects on the impact of his past and shares where he stands now on religion, faith, and spirituality. This conversation is an honest look at rebuilding life after high-control groups.

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52min
February 05, 2025 Ep.50: "All Going To Burn"
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In Ep.50: "All Going to Burn," we sit down with Seth Forrestier, a former fourth-generation member of the Worldwide Church of God and its offshoots. Seth shares his experiences growing up in these high-control groups, including the Living Church of God, and the deep fear-based teachings that shaped his life. He opens up about the moment he began questioning it all and his journey toward breaking free.

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1h 19min
January 29, 2025 Ep.49: "Not In The Right Spirit"
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In Part 2, "Not In The Right Spirit," Brittney opens up about the manipulative dynamics of The Love Move, her bold decision to confront the pastor over an inappropriate relationship, and the events that led to her courageous exit from Crusade Church. his eye-opening conversation sheds light on the challenges of breaking free from control and reclaiming her life.

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1h 2min

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How many episodes does The Cult Next Door have?

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