Christine Flannery
Christine Flannery
Episode 7 - Part 3, KIDS of Bergen County, Survivor Despina Stamos, 9/85 - 12/86
Episode 7 - Part 3, KIDS of Bergen County, Survivor Despina Stamos, 9/85 - 12/86
Episode 7 - Part 3, KIDS of Bergen County, Survivor Despina Stamos, 9/85 - 12/86
Friday 19th February 2021
Despina Stamos shares her journey from the KIDS program to activism in 'Surviving Straight Inc' Episode 7 - Part 3. Learn about brainwashing and social justice.
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Get the buttons here!Despina Stamos: From Cult Survivor to Social Justice Advocate
It's hard to sit with that place of like, that feeling of not having a center. But I didn't feel like I had those resources because of what happened.
Despina Stamos' story is one of resilience and awakening. In this gripping episode of 'Surviving Straight Inc', Despina opens up about her time in the notorious KIDS program, a spin-off of Straight Inc. She recalls the slow and painful process of regaining her sense of self, which began with a renewed interest in world events and social justice. Despina shares how reading Steve Hassan's book on cults and remembering the WTO meeting played pivotal roles in her awakening.
Her reflections on the Orwellian nature of the KIDS program, where participants were reduced to a childlike state, are both chilling and eye-opening. She delves into thought reform criteria and discusses the unsettling ties between the unregulated free market and Republican support for Straight Inc. This episode is not just about past traumas; it’s also about Despina’s transformation into an activist fighting for justice and supporting fellow survivors.
If you’re interested in stories of brainwashing, cult dynamics, and the power of activism, this episode is a compelling listen.