Are you sure you’re not in a cult? I don’t have a social life so for me the coast is clear, but I learned about the warning signs and more when everyone’s favorite southern bell @mothercain joined us for the return of @vwannaknow, this time learning about cults (and #NXIVM in particular). Our expert on this episode was @sarahedmondson, a previous member of NXIVM as well as one of the whistle blowers who brought the cult down after being subjected to some of its most abusive practices (including brainwashing, extortion, blackmail, and even physical branding). @mothercain’s debut album, Preacher’s Daughter, is sublime. @sarahedmondson hosts her own podcast, @alittlebitculty, where she interviews other survivors about all things cult-related. *** Thank you to @vmagazine and @yoox Created and hosted by me Lead Producer @ryankilliankrause Editing by @citizens.of.sound