

Let's Talk About Sects
Sarah Steel
Let's Talk About Sects is an award-winning monthly podcast focusing on a different cult each episode. Sarah takes a storytelling, deep dive approach, looking at the history of a sect's leaders, the recruitment of members, their experiences, psychological aspects, and notable incidents during its existence.
You can support us on Patreon, with a one-off donation, or grab some merch. Sarah Steel's debut book Do As I Say is available now.
“A fascinating and well-researched look into cults and the charismatic leaders behind them.” Peter Wells, The Sydney Morning Herald
“A fantastic examination of sects, cults, and religion… a fact-based program that’ll hook you in and keep you coming back for more.” Zach Johnston, Uproxx
“Cleverly named, meticulously researched.” Elena Nicolaou, Refinery29
“The best podcast of its kind – I can’t wait for another episode!” Apple Podcasts review from a US listener
“I study cults and sects and for this reason listen to many podcasts on these subjects. This one is by far the best.” Apple Podcasts review from a US listener
“Best podcast about cults I’ve found.” Apple Podcasts review from an Australian listener
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- 20 episodes
- Avg 1 hr 2 min
- English
August 18 · 1 hr 24 min
July 12 · 39 minCan You Handle a Girl Like Me with Bek Condello
June 21 · 53 minICSA with Carol Merchasin
June 2 · 1 hr 7 minEternal Values with Hoyt Richards

May 26 · 1 hr 33 minSphinx Spiritual – Part 2
S8 · E55May 19 · 1 hr 26 minSphinx Spiritual – Part 1

May 3 · 34 minUpdate: The Nannup Four
S8 · E54April 14 · 1 hr 29 minThe Soulful Journey
April 5 · 57 minOrgsm: A Memoir and a OneTaste update with Ruwan Meepagala
March 22 · 36 minThe Nannup Four with Dominique Bayens
Dec 16, 2025 · 1 hr 4 minNephew of the Universe: Sri Chinmoy with Harry Rob Bruner
Nov 25, 2025 · 55 minAllison After NXIVM with Natalie Robehmed
Nov 18, 2025 · 1 hr 11 minEmpire of Orgasm: OneTaste with Ellen Huet
Sep 2, 2025 · 1 hr 26 minThe Collective: Dark Squares with Danny Rensch
Aug 13, 2025 · 7 minConspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes
Jul 29, 2025 · 43 minInterview Episode: Fynn's time with the Logos Foundation
Jul 1, 2025 · 1 hr 23 minInterview Episode: Clare Heath-McIvor
Jun 3, 2025 · 1 hr 27 minCult Bride & Providence/JMS with Liz Cameron