How I Escaped Life In An International Cult | Extraordinary Lives Podcast | @LADbible​

Natacha Tormey tells us about her life growing up inside 'The Children of God' cult (now known under the name ‘The Family International’). She explains how she was sexually abused, made to live in a compound with strict rules, and taught to fear the outside world. Warning: this episode contains content you may find distressing. This is an episode of Extraordinary Lives, where we speak to people with a unique life story to tell. From a North Korea escapee to an undercover cop, a Cold War spy to a shipwreck survivor. Hosted by LADbible's Ben-Powell Jones, this series is a window into remarkable experiences – with stories that paint a picture of extraordinary lives. With thanks to Natacha for taking part! Here are the links for the survivors group social media: CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - 00:01:36 Introduction 00:01:36 - 00:05:46 Who was David Berg? 00:05:46 - 00:11:27 Early memories of the cult 00:11:27 - 00:14:48 What was the cult’s purpose? 00:14:48 - 00:17:37 Cult’s international base 00:17:37 - 00:25:42 What is flirty fishing? 00:25:42 - 00:27:50 Why do people join? 00:27:50 - 00:38:40 Abuse in the cult 00:38:40 - 00:43:25 Daily life inside the cult 00:43:25 - 00:49:07 Did you meet David Berg? 00:49:07 - 00:53:24 Punishment in the cult 00:53:24 - 01:00:10 Berg’s lifestyle 01:00:10 - 01:09:21 Leaving the cult 01:09:21 - 01:12:55 Fighting for justice 01:12:55 - 01:18:17 Can anyone end up in a cult?