{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68dd16d5d5c8a1f9b35af421/68de5f7495780bb71182cf62?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Cults are Autistic With Jude Mills","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/68dd16d5d5c8a1f9b35af421/1759403680825-e33e6d5b-2cc6-4a6f-acd0-c4f16aa3bba1.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast, Dr. Angela Kingdon is joined by Jude Mills—autistic theologian, interfaith minister, and host of <em>Fkd Up by Faith</em>—for a deep exploration into how cults and extremist religious movements intersect with autistic culture. This isn’t just a trauma story. It’s a culture story.</p><p>Together, we unpack how autistic traits like emotional honesty, deep focus, and commitment to logic can draw us into high-demand religious systems—and what it takes to get out.</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 What You’ll Learn</p><ul><li>Why autistic people are often drawn into cults—and why we might stay longer than others</li><li>How the very traits that make us vulnerable are also reflected in many cult leaders</li><li>What happens when your SPIN (Special Interest) used to be Jesus, prophecy, or Revelation</li><li>How to mourn or reframe a spiritual system that once gave your life meaning</li><li>Why autistic people may face unique challenges—and strengths—on the journey out</li><li>How leaving isn’t failure. It’s freedom. And it’s a return to self-trust.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>🔊 Featuring guest Jude Mills, interfaith minister, spiritual counsellor, and host of <em>Fkd Up By Faith</em>—a podcast exploring healing for those hurt by religion.</p><p>🎙️ Listen to Jude's podcast and learn more: <a href=\"https://fkdupbyfaith.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">fkbupbyfaith.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><em>Resources:</em></p><p><a href=\"https://www.tothinkagain.co.uk/about\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Richard Turner</a> – UK-based autistic cult recovery counsellor</p><p><a href=\"https://www.peopleleavecults.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Ashlen Hilliard</a> – US-based cult recovery advocate</p><p><a href=\"https://www.alexandrastein.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Alexandra Stein</a> and <a href=\"https://janjalalich.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Janja Lalich</a> – researchers and educators on cult dynamics</p><p><br></p><p><em>Related Episodes:</em></p><p><a href=\"https://www.autisticculturepodcast.com/p/internalized-ableism-episode-104\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Fighting Internalized Ableism</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.autisticculturepodcast.com/p/academia-and-ableism-episode-96\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Academia and Ableism</a></p><p><br></p><p>🌟 Connect With Us</p><p>📱 Follow us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/autisticculturepodcast/?next=%2F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a></p><p>🎧 Find us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-autistic-culture-podcast/id1653171456\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Apple Podcasts</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https://open.spotify.com/show/6wyddJdKhPr0b74563fsFl?si=44b458376d0947b7\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Spotify</a></p><p>🛍️Our Autism-affirming&nbsp;<a href=\"https://store.dftba.com/collections/the-autistic-culture-podcast?srsltid=AfmBOooZpStgFz-IgohwbyvOoZq5KAnWMIEneY9MEQPJcYf1AF5sN5Y_\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">merch shop</a></p><p>🌐 Learn more at <a href=\"http://www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.autisticculturepodcast.com</a></p>","author_name":"Autistic Culture Institute"}