Cults on Trial - A Cross-Examination of Jim Jones, Charles Manson, Hitler… and Donald Trump

Larry Moore - Cults on Trial - A Cross-Examination of Jim Jones, Charles Manson, Hitler… and Donald Trump May 6, 2024 Dr. Moore is a Pre-Sentence Investigator for Alabama Circuit Courts, with previous careers as an ordained pastor, college educator, and author. He holds a doctoral degree from Emory University, and has been a repeat guest on various TV and radio programs. His previous eight books have garnered widespread positive reviews.The Culture of Cults Our current malaise raises questions: • Are we all soul-stained with selfishness... or is it just a healthy survival instinct? • Where is the line between normal self-interest and full- blown Narcissism? • How do we distinguish strong leadership from manipulation? Community from Cult? Drawing upon court cases and real world experiences, this book shows how cult gurus and “cult cultures” fit a predictable pattern, a common template of destructive traits and tactics. By studying Cult Culture, the author argues, we gain insight into current politics and Fascist demagogues. First relating his own encounter with disillusioned cult members, author Lance Moore dissects the phenomena, exposing the methods of manipulation found in cult leaders —and on a smaller scale, in our own relationships. This book is well-researched: it includes over 500 endnotes citing 500 Sources. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support .