Happy Thanksgiving! How about a bit of seasonal American history you probably didn't learn about in 2nd grade? Author of Cults Like Us, Jane Borden and I delve into the connections between cult dynamics and American culture, particularly through the lens of the Puritans and Pilgrims. Jane explains how these early groups set the stage for modern consumerism, the psychological impacts of cult-like thinking, and the prevalence of such dynamics in contemporary society, including the rise of influencers.

Plus, Mr. F tries to make me a Trekkie.

Show Notes

Amok Time

The Enduring Legacy of Trekkies

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Cults Like Us by Jane Borden

Plymouth Colony Wiki

The Influence Continuum

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