Sounds Like A Cult

Exploring the secretive world of high fashion, this podcast delves into its cult-like behavior and elitism. It discusses the influence of fashion on individuals and society, the power structure of the industry, and the impact of high fashion designers. The podcast also explores post-lockdown fashion trends, the concept of coolness, and the influence of fashion trends on individuals. It concludes with a discussion on the control exerted by large players in the industry and the cult-like aspects of high fashion events.

Guests Jill and Derick Dillard, featured on TLC's 19 Kids & Counting, discuss the controversial nature of reality TV families and highlight the impact on the children involved. They explore the pressure and staged aspects of being on TV, the importance of finding your voice, and the struggle for compensation. They emphasize recognizing the positives and negatives in one's own story and explore the spectrum of reality TV families.

Isa welcomes Lydia Keating to discuss the Cult of Reddit. They explore the influence of Reddit in comedy, personal experiences, and potential dangers. They also discuss the positive power of Reddit's community and the importance of finding community offline, especially for LGBTQ youth.

Guest: Kate Lindsay is an internet reporter. Topics: - Is A.I. the newest SciFi cult? - Our cultlike attitudes toward A.I. - The fascination and obsession with AI - Rise of generative AI in Silicon Valley - Cautionary views of technology experts - Developing intimate relationships with chatbots - Irony of technology and cognitive biases in the Information Age - The dangers of sharing personal health information - Guessing game: Cult leader or Chat GPT? - Categorizing the cult of AI

Join host Isa Medina and guest Kara Klenk as they delve into the phenomenon of podcasting, discussing para-social relationships, the cult-like following, and the lack of transparency. They also explore the influence of popular podcasters like Joe Rogan and the challenges of starting a podcast. Plus, they touch on the rise of celebrity-driven podcasts, the lack of payment for downloads, and their new podcast project with Lydia Keating.

This part 2 episode of the podcast explores the cult-like aspects of Taylor Swift's fandom. It discusses the intense devotion and religious-like following of Swifties, the aesthetic and rituals of the fanbase, and the parasocial codependency between Taylor Swift and her fans. The episode also explores Taylor Swift's impact on culture, her empowering influence on female figures, and the loyalty and defensive behavior of her fanbase.

In this episode, Amanda and her dad discuss firsthand experiences with cult-like groups, focusing on military wives and comparing it to the dynamics of a '70s cult. They explore the challenges faced by military spouses, such as conformity pressures and the risks of MLM scams. The conversation also delves into cult-like behaviors in various industries, highlighting themes of exploitation and camaraderie.

In this episode, the podcast explores the cult-like aspects of pickleball, discussing its origins, rapid growth, and the differences that set it apart from other sports. They also delve into the role of a mother figure, the World Pickleball Federation, power struggles within the community, potential power abuse, and speculate on the future of pickleball.

Ruby Franke, a YouTube momfluencer, is discussed in this podcast. Topics include her controversial parenting style, arrest for child abuse, and the exploitative practices of mom influencers. The hosts also talk about harmful birth ideals, dangerous claims made by momfluencers, and their own personal promotion.

This podcast explores the controversial topic of purity rings, examining their cultural and business aspects, their impact on individuals' sexuality, and the power dynamics within the purity ring cult. It also discusses the challenges of navigating sex and consent in the context of purity culture and announces the release of a book about cognitive biases and irrationality.