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By: Jeremiah Roberts, Andrew Soncrant

Enter the Kingdom of the Cults with Cultish; a program that explores the impact of the cults from a theological, sociological, and psychologicalperspective. Immerse yourself in the thinking, teaching, strategies, and consequences born out of the nefarious leaders of these movements.

God the Mother? Exposing the World Mission Society Church of God
#326
Today at 6:57 PM

In this episode, we sit down with our good friend Steve Matthews from Exposing the Cults and former WMSCOG member Adam Stillman for an in-depth conversation about their experiences and perspectives on the World Mission Society Church of God (WMSCOG). Have you ever been approached on a college campus or in a store by someone asking if you’ve heard about “God the Mother”? Many people have had encounters like this, and our guests share their insights, personal stories, and concerns based on their time in — and research on — the group. Join us as we explore their experiences, discuss common outreach m...


Combatting Korean Cult Mind Control
#324
11/19/2025

In the final installment of our series on Korean cults, we expose the mind control tactics woven through groups like Shincheonji, the Olive Tree Movement, and the Unification Church. Building on the theological patterns we uncovered in episodes 1 and 2, we break down how these movements use reinterpreted Scripture, deceptive “Bible studies,” and authoritarian teaching structures designed to make you question the Bible—and trust their leaders as the only true source of revelation.

We talk with our returning guests to uncover how these groups systematically dismantle a person’s confidence in God’s Word, isolate them from outside vo...


False Christs of Korea: The Unification Church & Olive Tree Legacy
#323
11/12/2025

In this second episode of our series on Korean Cults, we trace the tangled roots of Korea’s modern messianic movements—shaped by Jeong Deuk-eun (“The Great Holy Mother”) and Kim Baek-moon—gave birth to a new religion that blended Confucianism, Taoism, and Christian language into a syncretic gospel of bloodline purification and “True Bloodline Lineage. 

We then follow how this ideology influenced later leaders like Jung Myung-seok (JMS) and Park Tae-seon of the Olive Tree Movement, revealing the disturbing legacy of Korean messiahship and political infiltration that continues today through groups like the Moonies, Shincheonji, and WMSCOG. 

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History of the Korean Cults: The Shamanistic Roots of Korea
#322
11/05/2025

In this episode of Cultish, we explore why Korea has become a center for a new wave of cult movements—and why the global church should pay attention. If Dr. Walter Martin were alive today, he’d likely be addressing the rise of groups like Shincheonji, the World Mission Society Church of God, Jesus Morning Star, and many others now infiltrating churches throughout the Western world.

We’re joined by Pastor Yang, who serves as an Adjunct Professor of New Testament at the Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary in Seoul. He holds a Doctor of Theology in New Te...


The Truth About Halloween
#321
10/29/2025

We are live on the Monday before Halloween and we are talking with Josh Robinson about the truth about Halloween. 

Does Halloween have pagan origins or is that just a Neo-Pagan Myth? 

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Teen Mania: A Closer Look at Shiny Happy People: Season 2
#320
10/22/2025

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Wicca & Neo-Paganism: Unmasking the Powers Behind the Veil
#319
10/01/2025

In this episode of Cultish, we sit continue our conversation with Jeremy Jenkins—Pastor from North Carolina and founder of All Things All People—to dive deep into the world of Wicca and Neo-Paganism. What draws people to these modern spiritual movements? 

How do they connect with ancient practices and beliefs about the unseen realm?

 And most importantly, how should Christians understand, engage, and respond to those exploring these paths? Join us as Jeremy shares his insights, pastoral experience, and apologetic perspective on the growing influence of Wicca and Neo-Paganism in today’s culture. 

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Exposing the Marxist Death Cult with Dr. Owen Anderson
#318
09/24/2025

The Super Sleuth sits down with Dr. Owen Anderson, Philosophy Professor at ASU, to expose how Leftism functions as a modern cult—exerting control over Behavior, Information, Thought, and Emotion.

Together, they examine Marxism’s deep influence on the radicalization of college students, the erosion of higher education, and the way a godless worldview has captivated the West.

This episode also confronts the devastating fruit of Marxist ideology, seen in the shocking murder of Charlie Kirk by Tyler Robinson.

🔎 How does Leftism operate with cult-like control over society?
🔎 What’s really happening on our colle...


Charlie Kirk’s Assassin: Tyler Robinson & The Radicalization of College Students
#317
09/17/2025

The Super Sleuth sits down with Dr. Owen Anderson, Philosophy Professor at ASU, to explore Marxism’s influence on the radicalization of college students. 
Together, they unpack how Marxist ideology has reshaped higher education, eroded the foundations of the university system, and captured the hearts of the West with a godless worldview. 

We discuss the fruit of Marxism as shown through the heinous murder of Charlie Kirk by Tyler Robinson.

 🔎 What’s really happening on our college campuses? 

🔎 Why has Marxism gained such traction in America? 

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Charlie Kirk: Making Sense of the Assassination
09/12/2025

We’re both in Utah, not far from where Charlie’s life was taken yesterday.

How are we to make sense of what happened, and what is the best way to respond to a tragedy like this?

Join us tonight for a live and candid conversation.


Wicca & Neo-Paganism: Exploring the Landscape of the Unseen Realm
#316
09/10/2025

In this episode of Cultish, we sit down with Jeremy Jenkins—Pastor from North Carolina and founder of All Things All People—to dive deep into the world of Wicca and Neo-Paganism. 

What draws people to these modern spiritual movements? 

How do they connect with ancient practices and beliefs about the unseen realm? 

And most importantly, how should Christians understand, engage, and respond to those exploring these paths? 

Join us as Jeremy shares his insights, pastoral experience, and apologetic perspective on the growing influence of Wicca and Neo-Paganism in today’s culture. <...


Burning Man: A Cultish Origin Story
#315
09/03/2025

We are joined again this week by Steve Matthews from Exposing the Cults to take another look into the world of Burning Man and Transformational Festivals. Our guest has attended Burning Man and has studied, written on, and has spoken about this growing phenomenon for several years now, and brings us years of his thinking and analysis on this subject in this episode. Matthews likes to point out that, "Young people today are not rushing out and joing groups like the Jehovah's Witnesses these days. Instead, they are pursuing other spiritual paths like Burning Man and other similar Transformational Festivals. ...


Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: Alien Revelations & the UFO Phenomena
#314
08/20/2025

In this episode of Cultish, Andrew Soncrant sits down with Colin Samul to discuss Joe Rogan's most recent episode with Representative Anna Paulina Luna on Alien Revelations & the UFO Phenomena. 

We discuss Remote Viewing, its connection to alien entities, and the occult roots behind these practices. From military programs to New Age spirituality, we explore how these experiences lure people with promises of hidden knowledge. 

Are alien encounters and psychic abilities just harmless curiosities—or are they spiritual deceptions rooted in the occult? 

How should Christians discern and respond to these claims? 

Coli...


Tony Robbins, NLP, and the Battle for Your Mind
#313
08/13/2025

Join us as we continue our deep dive into the world of Tony Robbins—the world-renowned self-help guru whose influence reaches millions. We’re asking the hard questions: 

👉 In what ways is the self-help movement idolatry? 

👉 What exactly is NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), and how should Christians think about it? 

👉 What is the Biblical response to Tony Robbins' message? 

We’re interviewing the Kraken—Marcia Montenegro, a former astrologer and New Ager turned Christian —who brings clarity, insight, and firsthand experience to the infamous self-help movement. You don’t want to miss this one.

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Is Tony Robbins Spiritually Dangerous: Evaluating the Self-Help Movement
#312
08/06/2025

Join us for a deep dive into the world of Tony Robbins—the world-renowned self-help guru whose influence reaches millions. We’re asking the hard questions: 

👉 Are there spiritually dangerous aspects to Tony Robbins’ teachings? 

👉 What exactly is NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), and how should Christians think about it? 

👉 How does all of this align—or conflict—with a biblical worldview? 

We’re interviewing the Kraken—Marcia Montenegro, a former astrologer and New Ager turned Christian —who brings clarity, insight, and firsthand experience to the infamous self-help movement. You don’t want to miss this one.

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Part 2 | From Darkness to Deliverance: Haunted No More
#311
07/30/2025

Join us as we continue our talk with Jordan Healy, who spent over 14 years as a practicing witch, Reiki Master, and yoga teacher. 

What exactly was it that allured her into the occult? 

What were the dangerous supernatural manifestations that emerged as a result of her deep involvement as an occultist? 

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From Darkness to Deliverance: A Journey Out of the Occult
#310
07/23/2025

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Psychedelic Spirituality: The Alchemy of Modernity
#309
07/16/2025

In this episode of Cultish, we sit down with researcher and author Carl Teichrib to explore the spiritual revolution unfolding in the heart of the psychedelic renaissance. From the stages of Psychedelic Science 2025 to the language of “entheogens,” we unpack how science and mysticism are merging to create a new global belief system—one that aims to replace traditional religion with a chemically-induced inner divinity. 

Are psychedelics truly neutral tools for healing, or are they sacraments of a rising, gnostic worldview? 

What are the global implications of this spiritual transformation, and why should Christians pay attentio...


Part 3 | Kabbalah: Answering Objections
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07/09/2025

In the final installment of our series on Kabbalah, we shift from exposing its occultic origins to offering a robust Christian apologetic response. After tracing Kabbalah’s evolution from ancient mystery religions, Greek paganism, and gnostic mysticism, we now ask: how should Christians respond?

Is Kabbalah simply another spiritual path—or a dangerous distortion of biblical truth? What does the gospel of Jesus Christ offer that Kabbalah never can?

Brian Crawford and Will Spencer return to help us confront the theological errors of Kabbalah and equip believers to stand firm in the truth of Scripture.


Part 2 | Kabbalah: Unraveling its Occultic Origins
#307
07/02/2025

Join us as we uncover the hidden roots of Kabbalah, tracing its development from Greek gnostic paganism to its entanglement with hermetic occult thought and how Kaballah truly is a resurfacing of syncretistic ancient mystery religions.

What is Kabbalah really—and how did it evolve from mystical Judaism into a system embraced by both spiritual seekers and conspiracy theorists?

Our guests are Brian Crawford, author of The Scandal of a Divine Messiah, and returning guest Will Spencer help us unravel the Occultic Origins of the Kaballah.

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Part 1 | Kabbalah, Jews, and the Roots of Antisemitism
#306
06/25/2025

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Responding to the Rhett and Link Interview with Baha’i Rainn Wilson
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06/18/2025

Join us as we respond to a recent episode of the Soul Boom podcast, featuring The Office star and devoted Baha’i, Rainn Wilson, alongside YouTube icons Rhett & Link who've been very candid about their deconstruction journey away from historic Christianity.

 

So how does a committed Baha’i like Rainn Wilson interpret their spiritual unraveling? And is there a faithful, thoughtful way to respond from a biblical worldview?

 

Tune in as we explore these questions with our good friend Steve Matthews. Steve brings clarity and discernment to the conversation—and you can chec...


Part 3: Hermetic Mormonism with Skyler Hamilton
#304
06/11/2025

In this episode of Cultish, Andrew Soncrant concludes his conversation with Skyler Hamilton from Distinctive Christianity to explore the hidden world of Hermetic Mormonism. What happens when esoteric traditions, alchemy, and mysticism creep into a religion that already claims divine revelation? Skyler unpacks his story of coming to faith in Christ by unpacking the surprising roots and modern expressions of this strange blend of Hermeticism and Latter-day Saint theology. 

How deep does the rabbit hole go? 

And why should Christians be concerned about this growing trend in fringe Mormon circles? 

Tune in for a f...


Part 2: Hermetic Mormonism with Skyler Hamilton
#303
06/04/2025

In this episode of Cultish, Andrew Soncrant and Bradley Campbell (of ‪@GLM‬) continue their conversation with Skyler Hamilton from Distinctive Christianity to explore the hidden world of Hermetic Mormonism. What happens when esoteric traditions, alchemy, and mysticism creep into a religion that already claims divine revelation? Skyler unpacks his story of coming to faith in Christ by unpacking the surprising roots and modern expressions of this strange blend of Hermeticism and Latter-day Saint theology. 

How deep does the rabbit hole go? 

And why should Christians be concerned about this growing trend in fringe Mormon circles? 

Tu...


Part 1: Hermetic Mormonism with Skyler Hamilton
#302
05/28/2025

In this episode of Cultish, Andrew Soncrant and Bradley Campbell (of ‪@GLM‬ )sit down with Skyler Hamilton from Distinctive Christianity to explore the hidden world of Hermetic Mormonism. What happens when esoteric traditions, alchemy, and mysticism creep into a religion that already claims divine revelation? Skyler unpacks his story of coming to faith in Christ by unpacking the surprising roots and modern expressions of this strange blend of Hermeticism and Latter-day Saint theology. 

How deep does the rabbit hole go? 

And why should Christians be concerned about this growing trend in fringe Mormon circles? 

Tune...


Is This the Antichrist? A Closer Look at the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light
#301
05/21/2025

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Golden Dawn Tabernacle: Unmasking Tucson's Hidden Cult
#300
05/14/2025

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Ostlerian Mormonism: Mormon Philosopher vs. Mormon Prophets
#299
05/07/2025

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Skyler's Podcast: Distinctive Christianity

Episode on Blake Ostler with Loren Pankratz: HERE

Skyler's Deep Dives on King Follet Discourse and Sermon in the Grove: 

King Follett Discourse (also here) 

Past Episodes: here and here

The Sermon in the Grove (also here) 

Bradley Campbell on King Follett:  here and here

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R.L. Solberg: Untangling the Lies of Progressive Christianity, Hebrew Roots, & Legalism
#298
04/30/2025

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Freemasonry: Ch 3: The Ritual
#297
04/23/2025

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Freemasonry: Ch 2: Symbolism
#296
04/16/2025

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Freemasonry: Ch 1 : Leaving The Lodge
#295
04/09/2025

Join us for the first part of our long-awaited series on The Masonic Lodge. Our guest, Chris, is a former Third Degree Master Mason from the Blue Lodge in Alabama. If you are a Mason, it is important to understand that your experience may not exactly reflect that of our guest, as there is no central authority in Freemasonry; each lodge operates completely independently from the others, depending on the state in which it resides. Listen in as Chris shares what led him to join the Lodge and what ultimately caused him to leave. Content like this is made possible...


Part 2: How to talk to Jehovah's Witnesses
#294
03/26/2025

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Part 1: How to talk to Jehovah's Witnesses
#293
03/19/2025

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Part 3 | SDA on Trial: The Investigative Judgement
#292
03/12/2025

Join us for the final part of our conversation with Myles from Answering Adventism as we take an extended look at 'The Investigative Judgment.'

This has always been considered one of the most contentious aspects of Ellen G. White’s theology, and for many former Adventists, it was the ultimate dealbreaker that led them to leave Adventism.

What exactly is the Investigative Judgment, and what are its theological implications?

Tune in to hear Myles' closing arguments and find out!

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Part 2 | SDA On Trial: The Great Controversy Worldview
#291
03/05/2025

Join us as we continue our conversation with Myles from Answering Adventism.

In part 2 we continue to cross-examine the puzzle of Seventh-Day Adventism taking an In-Depth look at the

“Great Controversy Worldview” and its theological implications.

What exactly is the “Great Controversy Worldview” and what are its implications?

Does the “GCW” push Adventism out of Christian orthodoxy and into Non-Christian Cultism?

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Part 1: Seventh Day Adventism on Trial
#290
02/26/2025

Join us for this much-needed follow-up on Seventh-day Adventism.

While our initial series focused on the history of Ellen G. White and the late Dr. Walter Martin’s interactions with SDA leadership when he wrote Kingdom of the Cults, this will be a theological examination of Seventh-day Adventism and its claims.

Is Seventh-day Adventism a non-Christian cult or just a misunderstood denomination?

Our guest, Myles, is a former third-generation Adventist who runs the popular channel Answering Adventism and will be examining its theological claims by way of its primary sources to see if it...


Transgenderism: A Cultish Origin Story
#289
02/19/2025

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Part 3: Answering Islam
#288
02/11/2025

In Part 6, we welcome back our guest, James Rayment, as we bring the series full circle—connecting everything we've learned for effective evangelism. We wrap up by tackling pressing issues such as Hamas, the Israel-Palestine conflict, and the impact of mass Muslim migration to America. This powerful conclusion is one you won’t want to miss!

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Part 2: Answering Islam
#287
02/04/2025

In Part 5 of our six-part series on Islam, we’re joined by James Rayment and Aybars Uckun—a Turkish-born Muslim who converted to Christianity—to explore the key theological differences between Christianity and Islam. Together, we unpack contrasting views on essential doctrines, including the nature of God, Jesus, Mary, miracles, the crucifixion, the end times, and more.

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