Episodes
Liberation & The Aftermath w/Claire Headley
In this heartfelt episode, Rachel sits down with Claire Headley, a former high-ranking executive in the Church of Scientology, to discuss her journey of healing and recovery after leaving the organization. Claire shares her e...
BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Chaos & Control: Navigating Information Overlo…
This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at: www.patreon.com/indoctrination In this timely bonus episode, Rachel addresses the overwhelming phenomenon o...
The Line Between Transformation and Exploitation w/Anne Peterson
In this compelling episode, Rachel welcomes back Anne Peterson, a former leader in the Landmark education movement who has dedicated her life to understanding the complexities of personal development and its potential for exp...
Medicine, Deception, and Munchausen by Proxy w/ Detective Mike Weber
In this powerful episode, Rachel welcomes Detective Mike Weber, a dedicated law enforcement professional with 40 years of experience, who now specializes in crimes against children. They discuss the complex and often misunder...
BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Psychics & The Illusion of Certainty
This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at: www.patreon.com/indoctrination Rachel delves into the captivating world of psychics and the allure that dra...
Redeemed w/Penny Lane
Penny Lane is a survivor, writer, wife, and mother with an insatiable passion for life and books. Originally from Jackson Heights, Queens, She is the author of the recently published memoir, Redeemed, A Memoir of a Stolen Chi...
Unraveling the Threads of Authority: From Cults to the Nazis w/Jon At…
In this enlightening episode, Rachel welcomes Jon Atack, a leading expert on authoritarian cults and bestselling author, for a deep dive into the interplay between cult dynamics and historical atrocities. With a career spanni...
Indoctrination with Rachel Bernstein, LMFT (TRAILER)
Welcome to IndoctriNation: A weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control. I’m Rachel Bernstein, LMFT. I’ve been working with victims of cults and emotional abusers for over 30 ...
BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: The Cult Dynamics of Wicked w/Andrew Pledger
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Takedown w/Laila Mickelwait
In this powerful episode, Rachel welcomes Laila M…
On The Wrong Side w/Nicole Bedera, Ph.D
In this enlightening episode, Rachel sits down wi…
BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Deconstruction & Recovery w/Dr. Glenn Doyle
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Nobody Should Believe Me w/Andrea Dunlop
In this poignant episode, Rachel is joined by And…
3HO's House of Fallen Cards w/Jules Hartley (From The Archives 2020)
This episode from the archives originally aired i…
An Abusive Relationship With God w/Dr. Laura Anderson (From The Archi…
This episode from the archives originally aired i…
UNLOCKED BONUS EPISODE: Navigating Different Types Of Grief
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BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Superstition & Fear-Based Indoctrination
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The MLM To Coaching Pipeline w/Jennifer Rajala Pt. 2
In this compelling follow-up episode, Rachel welc…
The MLM To Coaching Pipeline w/Jennifer Rajala Pt. 1
In this eye-opening episode, Rachel speaks with J…
BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Bridging Divides During the Holidays
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Joseph Smith's Family Legacy w/Lyn Smith Gregory
In this captivating episode, Rachel welcomes Lynn…
Leaving Landmark w/Erik Rojas
In this revealing episode, Rachel sits down with …
BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Synanon's Dark History
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Leaving The New Gnostic Society w/Lynn Short
In this compelling episode, Rachel speaks with Ly…