Allison after NXIVM from Uncover S35 E7: The Lotus Flower | Allison after NXIVM
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Dec 15, 2025 
Allison Mack, a former actress and NXIVM member, opens up about her life six months after prison, grappling with personal accountability and self-trust. She reflects on her past actions while navigating a new relationship with Frank Meeink, a reformed neo-Nazi who helps her confront and deprogram from cult mentality. They discuss recovery, share insights on the psychology of cults, and explore the personal wounds that lead to harm. The journey culminates in a meaningful tattoo cover-up symbolizing renewal and hope for the future.
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Dog Park Meeting Sparks Unlikely Bond
- Allison met Frank at a dog park and they connected over shared histories and documentaries.
- Their first date led to conversations about prison reform and Frank revealing his neo-Nazi past and transformation.
Radicalization Can Be Reversed
- Frank's de-radicalization shows extreme-group thinking can be reversed through exposure and service.
- Shared experience of being in violent or controlling groups created real empathy between him and Allison.
Donut Fight Reveals Cult Conditioning
- A petty argument about a jelly donut revealed deeper trauma and control patterns from Allison's NXIVM experience.
- They commemorated the fight with an artist picture of a donut in their home as a joke and healing symbol.
