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Porkins Policy Radio episode 127 Jon Atack on Undue Influence, and the Open Minds Foundation

Jon Atack joins me again this week for another in depth discussion about cults, high control groups, and the dangers of undue influence. We begin by discussing the concept of being an “ex-Scientologist” or ex cult member in general. We talk about the stigma that this term carries and why it is unfair to categorize people in this way. Jon talks about the the term ex-Scientologist can become a negative defining characteristic of ones life. Jon also touches on the struggles that people go through after leaving a cult of high control group.

The Rickmobile's Secret to Success Is ... Secrecy

I started watching Rick and Morty when the pilot episode of Season 3 came out a few weeks ago. I began with that episode, then went back to the beginning and watched almost the entire thing in an afternoon. And just like that, I was a member of one of the most eccentric, bubbly fan clubs currently active.
Imagine my excitement when I found out the Rickmobile is a thing, and that it was coming to Atlanta.

How to Kick Sugar Cravings & Lose Weight NOW!

How to Kick Sugar Cravings & Lose Weight NOW! Healthy Sweets, Fruit, Diet Soda, Chocolate, Smoothies
Take control of your sugar cravings once and for all with these simple tips and guidelines. Learn the root causes for sugar cravings and how to deter those constant cravings that just won’t stop. Do Diet Sodas help? Artificial sweeteners? What about fruit, smoothies and Dark Chocolate? Many thanks to my sponsor- Jojo’s!
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Mephistopheles, Child of Christian Civilization

The modern trope and symbol for the sinister archpriest likely requires some analysis to give it meaning in three dimensions, and to put this being into some kind of social context related to the present spirit of the times. At first, this may seem like an impossible task, given the media’s proliferation in everyday life. When therefore, is the individual not inundated with a glut of images in print, social media, television, satellite, cable stations, etc., that can even be accessed on one’s personal cell phone, tablet or other electronic devices?