
Inside Cult Minds
In this episode of Inside Cult Minds, Kellie Rhea sits down with filmmaker and whistleblower Mark Vicente (What the Bleep Do We Know?!, The Vow) to explore the inner mechanics of high-control groups, coercive systems, and the psychological patterns that keep people trapped. Together they discuss love bombing, data mining, infantilization, self-sealing belief systems, and the difficult road of recovery.
Mark also shares insights from his upcoming documentary The Narcissist’s Playbook, which investigates narcissistic abuse through the voices of survivors, clinicians, neuroscientists, and self-confessed narcissists.
Disclaimer
This conversation is based on our personal experiences and perspectives. We talk about high-control groups and coercive systems in general terms, and nothing here should be taken as a statement of fact about any named individual or organisation. Nothing in this episode should be considered legal, medical, or psychological advice.
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