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Cultish

Jeremiah Roberts, Andrew Soncrant

Enter the Kingdom of the Cults with Cultish; a program that explores the impact of the cults from a theological, sociological, and psychologicalperspective. Immerse yourself in the thinking, teaching, strategies, and consequences born out of the nefarious leaders of these movements.

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#372
Wednesday · 1 hr 12 min
Jehovah’s Witnesses: A History of False Prophecies
In this episode of Cultish, Andrew is joined once again by former Jehovah’s Witness and current pastor Jason Cantino to examine the Watchtower Society’s history of end-times predictions and failed prophecies. From the movement’s roots in the aftermath of the Great Disappointment to the expectations surrounding 1914, 1925, and 1975, they trace how prophetic claims were made, how Jehovah’s Witnesses responded to them, and how those claims were later reinterpreted when the expected events failed to
#371
Tuesday · 29 min
Jehovah's Witnesses Blood Transfusion Update
In this special Cultish news report, we examine the major September 2026 change to the Jehovah’s Witnesses’ blood transfusion policy, which now treats receiving red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma as a matter of personal conscience while continuing to prohibit transfusions of whole blood. Jason joins us to trace the history of the Watch Tower Society’s blood doctrine from its 1945 prohibition through decades of revisions, including the distinction between major blood compon
#370
September 16 · 1 hr 9 min
Infiltrating Eastern Lightning Cult with Mitch Cunico
What happens when a former cult member goes undercover inside another cult? In this episode of Cultish, Mitch from Cult Audit takes us inside his infiltration of Eastern Lightning, also known as the Church of Almighty God—a secretive movement that claims Jesus Christ has returned in the flesh as a Chinese woman. How does Eastern Lightning recruit unsuspecting Christians through social media and online Bible studies? And what happens when you work your way deep enough into the organization to g
#369
September 9 · 1 hr 32 min
Ep 2 | Church of the Firstborn: What Do They Really Believe?
In part two of our conversation on the Church of the Firstborn, we examine the doctrines and beliefs that shape this controversial religious movement. From salvation through obedience to claims of being the true church, we compare their teachings with the biblical gospel. What does the Church of the Firstborn really believe? And how do their teachings compare to biblical Christianity? We also explore the fear surrounding medical treatment, the influence of church authority, and the belief that
#368
September 2 · 1 hr 22 min
Inside the Church of the Firstborn: A Former Elder Speaks Out
In this episode of Cultish, we sit down with Ron, a former elder in the General Assembly and Church of the Firstborn. For nearly two decades, Ron was deeply involved in a group that taught it was the only true church going to heaven. He eventually became a preacher, church planter, and ordained elder before beginning to question what he had been taught. What happens when your church teaches that salvation exists only within its walls? What happens when faith means rejecting doctors and medicine
#367
August 26 · 1 hr 12 min
The New Church Exposed: The Strange Theology of Emanuel Swedenborg
In this episode of Cultish, Andrew sits down with Ian Rose, a former member of The New Church, to explore the strange theology of Emanuel Swedenborg and the teachings that shaped Ian’s life. Ian explains how Swedenborg’s alleged revelations became foundational to the New Church, including its “internal sense” of Scripture, rejection of key biblical doctrines, works-based view of salvation, and unusual beliefs about heaven, angels, and the afterlife. Most importantly, Ian shares how encountering
#366
August 19 · 48 min
Jim Jones Revisited
In this episode of Cultish, Jerry and Andrew revisit the disturbing story of Jim Jones and the tragedy of the Peoples Temple. But rather than simply retelling the events of Jonestown, we dig deeper into the worldview that shaped Jones, including the influence of New Thought and its ideas about God, humanity, and the power of the mind. How did these spiritual ideas intersect with Jones’ increasingly radical political ideology and his demand for absolute loyalty? We also examine Jones’ rhetoric s
#365
August 14 · 1 hr 49 min
Dismantling Hayden Carroll's Poor Apologetic
In this episode of Cultish, the Super Sleuth sits down with Craig to examine a recent video in which Hayden Carroll critiques Reformed theology. Together, they analyze his arguments, address several misrepresentations of Reformed doctrine, and explain what Reformed theology actually teaches. Rather than responding with emotion, this episode seeks to offer a careful, biblical, and charitable critique while presenting the historic Reformed position in its proper context. As Christians, we have a
#364
August 12 · 1 hr 14 min
The Odyssey: Did Christopher Nolan Get Homer Wrong?
With Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey bringing Homer’s ancient epic back into the spotlight, Cultish sits down with Professor Owen Anderson to explore what lies beneath the gods, monsters, and legendary hero’s journey. From the polytheistic world of Homer to the deeper spiritual ideas that have shaped Western storytelling, the conversation asks whether Nolan is simply adapting a pagan classic—or transforming it into something very different. What if Odysseus’ greatest enemy isn’t Poseidon, the C
#363
July 7 · 45 min
Ep 10 | Alien Illuminations: Disclosure and Illumination
An overview of where the cultural conversation currently stands, along with a regrounding in the Christian worldview. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural worldview—one in which God’s holy angels guard
#362
July 7 · 1 hr 12 min
Ep 9 | Alien Illuminations: Rome Sweet Home?
An overview of the Vatican’s possible involvement with the UFO phenomenon and “disclosure” — an episode I suspect will be of particular interest to many. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural worldview—
#361
July 7 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep 8 | Alien Illuminations: Against the Modern World
How traditionalist philosophers are beginning to interact with the reality of the UFO phenomenon, as well as their influence in right-wing politics and discourse. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural w
#360
July 7 · 1 hr 12 min
Ep 7 | Alien Illuminations: Interview with the Whistleblower
An interview with a veteran of the Global War on Terror who experienced close encounters overseas, and the possibility that he witnessed part of a program recently disclosed to Congress. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a f
#359
July 7 · 1 hr 3 min
Ep 6 | Alien Illuminations: The Terminator Hypothesis
An overview of the theory that UFOs are time travelers from the future, along with a Christian approach to the nature of time and the possibility of time travel. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural wo
#358
July 7 · 52 min
Ep 5 | Alien Illuminations: Deus Ex Machina
How artificial intelligence intersects with the concept of non-human intelligence, and how the UFO phenomenon has influenced that discussion. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural worldview—one in which
#357
July 7 · 43 min
Ep 4 | Alien Illuminations: Giants and Hidden Scriptures
An engagement with the views of Michael Heiser and the growing obsession with the Book of Enoch among Christians who encounter the UFO subject. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural worldview—one in whi
#356
July 7 · 1 hr
Ep 3 | Alien Illuminations: Gnostic Redux
This episode explores how the Gnostic worldview intersects with the UFO/UAP subject, along with a Christian response and refutation. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural worldview—one in which God’s ho
#355
July 7 · 47 min
Ep 2 | Alien Illuminations: Ancient Aliens
An overview and response to the hypothesis that “aliens” have influenced human history, religion, and the Bible in particular. Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural worldview—one in which God’s holy ang
#354
July 7 · 49 min
Ep 1 | Alien Illuminations: The Day of Disclosure Revisited
Picking up where we left off after the 2023 hearings, we explore what has happened since then and ask the question: “Is this just a psyop?” Colin’s Book: “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels “ HERE Discount Code is CULTISH10 “Ministration of, and Communion with Angels presents a robust doctrine of angels and explores their ministry in the lives of God’s people. With sobriety and spiritual seriousness, Ambrose calls believers to recover a full-orbed supernatural worldview—one in which G
#353
June 17 · 1 hr 8 min
Responding to the Protestant Dillema
In this episode of Cultish, Andrew Soncrant is joined once again by former Mormon and Reformed Baptist pastor Braden Patterson to respond to a popular LDS video challenging Protestant Christianity. Together they tackle four foundational questions often raised by Mormon apologists: • Who has the authority to interpret Scripture? • What is the purpose of life? • How can a person know they are saved? • Why did God stop giving new revelation and Scripture? Drawing from Scripture, church history, a

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