by Janja Lalich | May 12, 2021 | In the Media
How far would you go for your ideals? Sociologist and author Janja Lalich chats with Lola and Meagan about her time in the 70s as part of a radical Marxist-Leninist group called the Democratic Workers Party, how she became a high-ranking member, and the toll it took...
by Janja Lalich | May 11, 2021 | In the Media
EPISODE SUMMARY When discussing the difference between nature and nurture (and the connection between the two), we have to acknowledge the ways in which human beings are hyper-wired for social relationships. This idea really comes to life when we discuss the subject...
by Janja Lalich | Mar 30, 2021 | In the Media
Dr. Janja Lalich’s book about the cult recovery process was a game-changer for Sarah and Nippy when they first began unpacking their NXIVM experiences. It still is. As Nippy says: “She’s someone who has been through (her own) heavy-duty cult indoctrination,...
by Janja Lalich | Mar 9, 2021 | In the Media
https://radiopublic.com/indoctrination-Gb1JeZ/s1!e95fa Welcome to IndoctriNation: A weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control. Dr. Janja Lalich is a celebrated Professor of Sociology at California State University,...
by Janja Lalich | Mar 9, 2021 | In the Media
Dark Sun Rising is the next evolution of Erick’s radio show that began with The Hive back in 2010. During “the Rising”, we tear back the veil of hype, misconception, misinformation, and ignorance to examine the balance between the light and the dark in the paranormal...
by Janja Lalich | Mar 9, 2021 | In the Media
In this clip from my interview with sociologist and cult expert, Dr. Janja Lalich, we discussed how the NXIVM cult fits within her description of cult psychology and tactics. She helpfully explains her concept of a cult as a “self-sealing system” and also...
