Ep, #81 The Contraption with Barton Allen Stewart

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In this episode of Cultimatum, hosts Anonymous Andrew and Melody engage with cult researcher Barton Stewart, who shares his insights on cult dynamics, societal attitudes towards cults, and the psychological manipulation involved in cult recruitment. They discuss the impact of high-profile cult incidents like the Jonestown Massacre, the public's perception of cult victims, and the challenges of writing about cult experiences. Bart emphasizes the need for greater awareness and understanding of cults as a significant human rights issue, while also reflecting on his own literary work that explores these themes.

Takeaways

~Bart Stewart's interest in cults began with the Jonestown Massacre.

~Societal attitudes often neglect the human rights issues surrounding cults.

~The public is fascinated by cults but also fearful of them.

~Many people do not see cult members as victims.

~Recruitment into cults often involves manipulation and love bombing.

~Cults can exhibit behaviors similar to mainstream institutions.

~Personal experiences in cults can vary widely among individuals.

~Writing about cults requires a balance between realism and sensitivity.

~Feedback from cult survivors can provide valuable insights for authors.

~Raising awareness about cults is crucial for societal change.

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