Religious Flash Mob

Religious Flash Mob

Author: Chris Gethard March 18, 2025 Duration: 1:18:58

A long-time listener, first-time caller opens up about finding belonging in an unexpected place: a religious cult she joined in college. She and Gethard discuss the appeal of tight-knit communities, the difficulty of leaving controlling environments, and the surprising role a flash mob played in her story.

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