Cult On Leave
Two friends who said, “Let’s start a podcast,” and the universe said, “Here’s a cult instead.” We’re just trying our best. Snacks help.
Episodes
In tonight’s episode, we dive into the shimmering, violet‑flame‑soaked world of the St. Germain Foundation — a group built around the teachings of Guy and Edna Ballard, the mysterious “Ascended Master” Saint Germain, and a whole cosmology of spiritual hierarchy, cosmic instruction, and mid‑century metaphysical drama.
As always, we approach these stories with curiosity, humor, and respect for the real people ...
What happens when a Christian commune turns into a multi‑generational system of control? In this episode, we explore Gloriavale, the isolated New Zealand community founded by Neville Cooper — later known as Hopeful Christian. From arranged marriages and unpaid labor to government investigations and court rulings, Gloriavale’s story is one of devotion, secrecy, and decades of red flags.
We’ll unpack:
How Gloriavale...
Come hang out—or don’t. We’ll still be messily exploring cults and cult‑adjacent weirdness with snacks in hand, wild questions on deck, and chaos guaranteed.
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