The Small Business Radio Show
#768 The Story of a Sexual Wellness Company and the Dark Side of Cult-Like Companies
Nov 21, 2023
24:30
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- One Taste, a sexual wellness company, exhibited cult-like dynamics with a charismatic leader and control over members' personal lives.
- One Taste openly embraced the integration of sexuality with overall life transformation, setting it apart from other controversial organizations.
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One Taste: A Sexual Wellness Company
One Taste is a sexual wellness company that gained mainstream recognition for its practice called orgasmic meditation (OM). OM is a 15-minute partnered clitoral stroking mindfulness practice. The company promised that regular practice of OM would enhance sexual understanding, improve intimacy, and provide a sense of energy. One Taste grew quickly and gained endorsements from influential figures like Tim Ferriss and Gwyneth Paltrow. However, there were reports of former members experiencing financial, psychological, and sexual exploitation within the organization. One Taste is currently facing legal inquiries, with federal charges of forced labor conspiracy against the founder, Nicole Daedone, and her associate, Rachel Chirwitz.
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