Get the app
Tark Ji-il
Academic and expert on new religious movements based at Busan Presbyterian University, who researches Korean cults and has personal family experience affected by cult violence.
Best podcasts with Tark Ji-il
Ranked by the Snipd community
Jul 23, 2025
• 14min
Troubling Korean religious cults
chevron_right
In this engaging discussion, Professor Tark Ji-il, an expert on new religious movements from Busan Presbyterian University, shares his insights on the troubling landscape of Korean cults. He reveals how these groups, masquerading as Christian, prey on immigrants in Australia using deceptive tactics. Tark also shares his personal connection, detailing the tragic murder of his father by a cult member. He contrasts the Unification Church with the Latter-day Saints and explores the deep intertwining of religion and politics in South Korea.
The AI-powered Podcast Player
Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
Get the app