67: What Even is a Cult?

In preparation for next month's theme of cults, this week we're doing a quick primer on what is and isn't a cult!We talk about dictionary definitions, sociological understandings, personality traits of cult leaders and followers, and some well known cult examples. And stay tuned for the next month to hear episodes about five different cults!FURTHER READING:Cult (wiki)Cults in AmericaDifference Between Sects and Cults - Sociology GroupHow Cults Work - Cult IndoctrinationCults. Explained - Vox/Netflix (via YouTube)Why Do People Join Cults (Open Culture)Cults by Nigel CawthorneWild Wild Country (Netflix)Going Clear: Scientology (IMDB)The Vow (Wiki)-----------------------------------------------Like the show? Give us a rating and review!Join our Patreon: PatreonGet our newsletter:NewsletterFollow us on social media:FacebookInstagramSquaremileofmurder.comSquare Mile of Murder Merch