Good Cult

"Good Cult" podcasts explore the complex world of cults, delving into their nature, influence, and impact on individuals. These podcasts often feature firsthand accounts from survivors and examine the tactics used by cult leaders to control and manipulate followers. Some explore the "good" side of cults, like personal growth seminars, while others focus on the darker aspects of cult life and the potential for harm.

Most Recent Episode

Tim Ballard: Unmasking a Hero

Listen to the new season of Opportunist, out now wherever you listen to podcasts.

In the 10th season of "The Opportunist: Tim Ballard," Podcast One will explore controversy surrounding Tim Ballard, the celebrated founder of Operation Underground Railroad, an organization known for its mission to combat human trafficking.

Hailed by some as a modern-day hero, Ballard's reputation is now tarnished by controversy as allegations of sexual misconduct have emerged - shaking the foundations of his crusade.

Through exclusive interviews with victims and those who know him best, this podcast series aims to unravel the complexities of Ballard's dual persona- a savior to some, a predator to others.

Join host Sarah James McLaughlin as she explores the rise and potential fall of a man whose actions have sparked a national conversation on trust, power, and accountability.

00:17:54

Oct 21, 2024 4:29 PM

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Vigilante - Byron David Smith: THE DEER HUNTER

Byron Smith was tired of his home being burgled. He said it had been broken into at least a half dozen times. And he was determined not to let it happen again.

So, Smith set a trap and laid in wait to protect his “castle.”

When two teenage cousins broke into his house on Elm Street, it set off a true-life horror story.

Listen to Vigilante:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vigilante/id1622288667
https://open.spotify.com/show/49wzulSXKQKWYOIWoTVEPT?si=0d4c8835885e4fa1

00:36:34

May 30, 2024 11:41 PM

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6 of 6: So What? Now What?

"Your idea of how this came about ain't at all how it came about."

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00:34:40

Oct 12, 2022 7:1 AM

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5 of 6: The Red-Black Game

"I see the value in transformation, but I also see its shortcomings."

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00:37:30

Oct 5, 2022 6:1 AM

Explicit

4 of 6: Casualties

"We were never a cult and we wanted to remove everything that gave the appearance of being a cult."

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00:35:12

Sep 28, 2022 7:1 AM

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3 of 6: This is About the Rest of Your Life

"He was like a rockstar. He was a very attractive man. He was the Lifespring celebrity."

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00:32:24

Sep 21, 2022 7:1 AM

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2 of 6: The Leader

"He thought being put in that casket was the best thing that ever happened to him."

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00:33:39

Sep 14, 2022 7:15 AM

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1 of 6: The Mom-Dad Dyad

"It's the single most impactful thing that ever happened in my life. You always have to say the birth of your child was the biggest impact. But I never would have had a child if it hadn't been for the seminars!"