Welcome to Cult Diaries, a podcast where courageous voices come together to share the raw, real stories of life after cults. Hosted by an ex-Jehovah’s Witness who knows firsthand the journey from control to liberation, each episode dives into personal experiences of those who have broken free and are ready to tell all. Here, we believe these stories deserve to be heard—not only to shine a light on hidden truths but to empower others to know they, too, can rebuild their lives and find freedom. Join us for honest conversations, resilience, and a shared journey toward reclaiming identity and hope
Cult Diaries
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25 episodes
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Welcome to Cult Diaries, a podcast where courageous voices come together to share the raw, real stories of life after cults. Hosted by an ex-Jehovah’s Witness who knows firsthand the journey from control to liberation, each episode dives into personal experiences of those who have broken free and are ready to tell all. Here, we believe these stories deserve to be heard—not only to shine a light on hidden truths but to empower others to know they, too, can rebuild their lives and find freedom. Join us for honest conversations, resilience, and a shared journey toward reclaiming identity and hope
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Recent Episodes
July 13, 2026
Escaping an Abusive Marriage & the Family That Enabled It
<p> <strong>Mae Scott</strong>, a woman whose story shines a light on a kind of abuse that often goes unseen—the kind that is protected, enabled, and reinforced by family systems themselves.</p><p>Mae is the author of An Embarrassment of Pandas, a powerful and honest account of escaping not only an abusive marriage, but an entire family dynamic that functioned like a cult—one that protected her abuser and turned against her, despite the harm she endured.</p><p>For nearly 19 years, Mae was caught inside a web of control, manipulation, and silence. This conversation unpacks the reality of <strong>narcissistic family systems</strong>—where loyalty is demanded, truth is distorted, and the survivor is often scapegoated for speaking out.</p><p>We talk about:– What it feels like when an entire family protects the abuser– The psychological impact of narcissistic and “cult-like” family dynamics– The breaking point that leads to choosing yourself– And the long, courageous journey back to freedom, identity, and peace</p><p>Mae is not only a survivor—she is a social worker, advocate, writer, and mother of three, using her voice to support others navigating similar experiences. Her message is simple, but powerful: <strong>everyone deserves freedom, and everyone deserves peace.</strong></p><p>This episode is for anyone who has ever felt trapped in a system that told them to stay silent, for anyone who has been made to question their reality, and for anyone who is ready to reclaim their life. Because sometimes the hardest truth to face is this: the people who were supposed to protect you… didn’t.</p><p>And healing begins the moment you choose yourself anyway.</p><p>Grab her book here: <a href="https://a.co/d/01m9nM6r" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://a.co/d/01m9nM6r</a></p>
June 29, 2026
Faith, Fear, and Finding Her Voice Again: Pentecostal Exit Story
<p>In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with <strong>Edna White</strong>, a survivor, truth-teller, and transformational leader who courageously shares her journey of leaving the Pentecostal church and confronting the deep-rooted patriarchy and suppression of women within it.</p><p>Edna opens up about what it felt like to live inside a system where women’s voices were minimized, their roles confined, and their identities shaped by rigid expectations. This conversation goes beyond religion—it’s about power, control, and the quiet ways women are taught to disconnect from their truth.</p><p>But this is also a story of reclamation.</p><p>As the Founder and CEO of <strong>2nd Chance Inc.</strong>, Edna now helps individuals and communities rise beyond adversity and step into purpose-driven lives. She is the author of Stuff! The Stuff No One Told Us About Life After Sexual Abuse, and a powerful voice for those navigating healing, identity, and life after trauma.</p><p>Through her work as a Business & Clarity Strategist, keynote speaker, and host of the podcasts <strong>Keeping it Real on Purpose</strong> and <strong>Unchurched</strong>, Edna creates spaces for honest conversations, emotional healing, and authentic leadership.</p><p>In this episode, we explore:<br>– The hidden impact of patriarchy within religious systems<br>– What it takes to unlearn suppression and reclaim your voice<br>– Healing after both religious and personal trauma<br>– And how to move from survival mode into clarity, confidence, and purpose</p><p>This conversation is real, raw, and deeply validating—especially for anyone who has ever felt silenced, controlled, or disconnected from their truth.</p><p>Because sometimes, leaving isn’t just about walking away from a place it’s about finally coming home to yourself.</p>
June 15, 2026
Breaking The Silence On Patriarchal Harm: Evangelicalism Exit Story
<p>Katherine Spearing, MA, CTRC — founder of <strong>Tears of Eden</strong>, certified trauma recovery practitioner, author, and host of the groundbreaking podcast Uncertain, one of the first platforms to boldly name and explore spiritual abuse.</p><p>Katherine has spent years holding space for survivors navigating the devastating — and often invisible — impact of religious trauma and patriarchal harm. Through her nonprofit work, clinical training, and advocacy, she supports women and artists rebuilding their lives after systems that demanded silence, submission, and self-abandonment.</p><p>In this episode, we explore:<br>• What spiritual abuse actually is — and why it’s so often misunderstood<br>• How patriarchy shapes trauma inside high-control faith systems<br>• The grief of losing belief — and the courage it takes to reclaim identity<br>• Why art, storytelling, and even improv theater can be powerful tools in recovery</p><p>We also talk about Katherine’s book, A Thousand Tiny Paper Cuts, which tenderly captures the spiritual abuse survivor’s healing journey — the slow unraveling, the invisible wounds, and the quiet rebuilding of self-trust.</p><p>Katherine has been featured on influential podcasts including IndoctriNation and A Little Bit Culty, and continues to write and advocate for survivors through <a href="http://tearsofeden.org/" target="_blank">tearsofeden.org</a> and <a href="http://katherinespearing.com/" target="_blank">katherinespearing.com</a>.</p><p>This episode is for anyone who has ever questioned their faith, untangled themselves from patriarchy, or felt the invisible paper cuts of spiritual harm.</p>
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