Episode 73: Cult Apologists and Defenders with Dr Steven Hassan (Part 1)

This week we invite Dr Steven Hassan to join us to discuss the cult apologist movement. Dr Hassan is the author of the BITE Model of Authoritarian Control and the Influence Continuum. In this fascinating conversation we unpack the history behind this propaganda movement, why survivor voices are not welcome in their narratives, and examine why high profile cult apologists like Professor Eileen Barker might be given a platform to speak at academic conferences whose goal is to examine the harms of cults.Show NotesWebsite: London School of Economic and Political Science - Professor Eileen BarkerWebsite: Freedom of Mind Resource Centre - the Influence Continuum Professional Development: Understanding Cults for Clinicians - Freedom of MindSurvey: the use of the Bite Model as a tool for evaluating organisationsWebsite: Daniel Kahneman’s work on judgement and decision-makingBook: Releasing the Bonds by Dr Steven HassanArticle: New York Times: Moon’s sect loses libel suit in London

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