DisAllusioned Podcast

About DisAllusioned Podcast

Disallusioned Podcast was created to spread awareness on themes of coercive control, cult dynamics, and recovery from high control environments. From shedding light on cults not heard of before to diving deep into relevant philosophical and psychological perspectives, DisAllusioned Podcast brings a variety of viewpoints, discussions, and survivor testimonies. Watch every Sunday

Publisher

Ari Sherwood

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

20 Oct 2024

Latest episode

10 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

34 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Feb 2026

   The Cult of Mike Woroniecki: Beyond Andrea Yates

   In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood speaks with David De La Isla about his experiences with Michael Woroniecke, the leader of a cult that has been linked to the tragic case of Andrea Yates, as well as Ari Sherwood's family. David shares his journey of being drawn into the cult during his college years, the psychological manipulation tactics employed, and the unique nature of his cult. Ari and David discuss the impact of Woroniecki's teachings on individuals, particularly women, and the ongoing influence of his family in perpetuating the cult's ideology. The conversation highlights personal experiences, the role of social media, and the necessity of community support for those recovering from cult influence. Thank you for watching DisAllusioned Podcast! Like and subscribe for more cult survivor stories. Reach out to David De La Isla: Instagram: https://instagram.com/DavidKDeLaIsla Follow DisAllusioned Podcast: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@intrinsicagency Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disallusioned_podcast/ Follow Intrinsic Agency: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intrinsicagency/ #cult #cultsurvivors #andreayates #evangelicalism

2. 

   26 Jan 2026

   Censored by Chaos: Free Speech in a Climate of Violence?

   In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood and Jay discuss a range of pressing issues, including the state of press freedom, government censorship, and the role of social media in shaping public perception. They explore the implications of algorithms on information control, the social contract between citizens and their government, and the importance of self-defense and advocacy in maintaining rights in the age of ICE. The conversation also touches on the cult of personality in politics and the uncertain future of democracy in America. Thank you for watching DisAllusioned Podcast! Don't forget to like and subscribe for more cult survivor stories. Follow DisAllusioned Podcast: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@intrinsicagency Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disallusioned_podcast/ Follow Intrinsic Agency: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/intrinsicagency/ #cult #cultsurvivor #fascism #coercivecontrol #censorship

3. 

   19 Jan 2026

   Adopted into Control: Growing Up in a Family Cult

   Taylor Lucas recounts to host Ari Sherwood their experience growing up in a family cult after being adopted by the same family, detailing the psychological abuse and their journey to reclaim identity in this interview.

Who has been a guest on DisAllusioned Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Taylor Lucas
• Joelle Tamraz
• Elise Delamare
• Clare Heath-McIvor
• Jay

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

358,698,607

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 70 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

73

Social presence

91

YouTube

93

Engagement

32

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