

Ex-Moonie Anti-Imperialism: Unification Church and the Assassination of Shinzo Abe
16 snips Jul 14, 2022
Participants Alisa and Hye Sung, both former members of the Unification Church, discuss the imperialist origins of the church and the assassination of Shinzo Abe. Topics include financial exploitation within the Unification Church, the impact of extreme religious movements on individuals and society, and the ties between the church and international fascist organizations. They also reflect on their experiences with trauma and exploitation, advocating for education and support for current and ex-members.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Anti-Imperialist Collective and the Unification Church
04:29 • 3min
Unification Church: Theology and Rituals
07:07 • 12min
The Impact of Extreme Religious Movements on Individuals and Society
18:42 • 2min
Financial Exploitation within the Unification Church (Moonies)
20:23 • 15min
The Unification Church and International Fascist Organizations
35:15 • 19min
Aftermath and Reflections
54:40 • 9min