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Dr. Stephen A. Kent
Professor emeritus of sociology at the University of Alberta and a scholar of alternative and sectarian religions whose research focuses on harm caused by destructive groups and expert testimony on cult-related cases.
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May 5, 2025
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Cults, Authoritarian Control, and the Fight for Democracy with Sociologist Dr. Stephen A. Kent
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Join Dr. Stephen A. Kent, a sociology professor emeritus at the University of Alberta, as he discusses the unsettling links between cults and modern authoritarianism. They explore how cult-like tactics infiltrate societal norms and politics, revealing the impact of disinformation campaigns and manipulative leaders. Kent highlights the risks posed by the internet, AI, and academic censorship. He argues for the importance of former members' testimonies and the need for society to recognize and address the erosion of democratic values.
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