Author Michelle Dowd shares her experience growing up in an apocalyptic cult, discussing manipulative tactics of cult leaders, untangling biblical narratives and women's roles, exploring apocalyptic predictions, the enigmatic figure of Lilith, and the challenges of trust and deception outside closed communities.

Michelle Dowd, author of 'Forager', and Dr. Steven Hassan, a cult expert, join Megyn Kelly to discuss their experiences in cults, surviving in extreme poverty, raising a family after leaving, and ways to escape or help loved ones escape. The podcast explores the control tactics of cults, vulnerability to joining, and even dives into a chilling story about the missing plane MH370.

Michelle Dowd, a professor of journalism born into a cult, shares her upbringing in 'The Field' and struggles with cult dynamics. She discusses trauma, body image pressures, and the importance of education and access to birth control in preventing unwanted pregnancies. The podcast also explores the interpretation of religious stories and the impact of cult experiences on familial relationships.