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Playing in Traffic

By Playing In Traffic

Come play in traffic with us!! Where two sisters share their experience of leaving a "cult"(WMSCOG)-from the perspective of a former "Deaconess" and the perspective of a concerned baby sister. www.playingintrafficpod.com/ We would love to hear your feedback! Send any questions, comments, suggestions to our email at playingintraffic2012@gmail.com
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83 Smokey Karaoke With Lisa Vanarsdale

Playing in Traffic May 07, 2024

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83 Smokey Karaoke With Lisa Vanarsdale
May 07, 202431:54
82 Interview with Former WMSCOG Member Melissa

82 Interview with Former WMSCOG Member Melissa

In this captivating interview we spoke with Melissa about her time in the wmscog. She escaped in 2012 and shares stories about racism, child mistreatment, and manipulation of members. Thank you for your vulnerability and openness.
Apr 16, 202401:35:43
81 Former Member Odalys Speaks Out
Apr 04, 202401:49:46
80 YouTube Debut and Update with Esperanza
Mar 27, 202455:35
79 State of Nevada vs WMSCOG member
Mar 09, 202435:24
78 Jordan M. Part 2 Interview with a Former member of the WMSCOG
Feb 29, 202458:03
77 Interview with Former Member Jordan M. Part 1

77 Interview with Former Member Jordan M. Part 1

On this episode of Playing in Traffic we are joined by Jordan Martino who now lives in Saudi Arabia. Her WMSCOG journey started in 2009 when she was just 17 years old in New Jersey.

The cult took advantage of her young age and controlled every aspect of her life. We are so glad she shared her story and has found freedom.


Some parts of the audio are a little scratchy but we tried to keep all of the content in so bare with us on those parts. We were speaking across the world to each other.

Boom Baby

Stayed tuned for part 2 coming soon



Feb 22, 202401:00:49
76 Interview with Lisa C. Former Member of WMSCOG

76 Interview with Lisa C. Former Member of WMSCOG

On this episode of the Pit pod we spoke with Lisa-a long-time former member of the WMSCOG. Her story begins in San Diego where she was serving in the military. She shares her experience with her mental health inside the WMSCOG and how they treated her. Thank you for sharing with us. We celebrate your freedom and beautiful new life.

Please excuse any background noise. Here at the pit pod we are dog and kid lovers-we are Mom's ourselves so we know sometimes we must speak over the sweet baby noises. Enjoy!!

Feb 13, 202401:26:53
75 A Message to Toni

75 A Message to Toni

Welcome to the Lindsey Show! This is just a quick note I wanted to share with Toni and to anyone with a current member in the WMSCOG


Boom baby

Shout out to Debby Boone , Toni had to sing this song at recital when we were kids and I won't ever forget it

Feb 07, 202405:36
74 Interview with Former Member Maria

74 Interview with Former Member Maria

In this interview we speak with Maria- Former member of the WMSCOG on the east coast. Maria experienced a family tragedy while in the cult and she shares how the cult treated her in the aftermath. Maria was also an employee of the Lincoln Grill and she explains how this grill is connected to the WMSCOG.

Listen all of the way until the end for a special message to Pastor Daniel Lee from Maria.

Follow Maria on Instagram @Marz144

Jan 12, 202401:19:50
73 Continued Conversation with Cory

73 Continued Conversation with Cory

Cory shares stories of discrimination and racism she witnessed in the WMSCOG. Also, she answers questions from her Great Light Studio episode. Thank you Cory!
Dec 27, 202348:19
72 Interview with Cory, A Former Member of WMSCOG and Employee of the WeLoveU Foundation
Dec 21, 202301:04:38
71 A little story about discrimination in the WMSCOG. And also, are we retiring?
Dec 18, 202347:02
70 WMSCOG Documentary!! Interview with Harry Robinson

70 WMSCOG Documentary!! Interview with Harry Robinson

We were thrilled to speak with British journalist Harry Robinson, creator of Mother's Ruin:Unmasking the WMSCOG. He shares his process of creating this documentary and how it affected his life. A HUGE thank you to Harry! Follow him on Twitter @Robboharry.
Mother's Ruin:Unmasking the WMSCOG Dec 17th YouTube
Dec 05, 202357:53
69 WMSCOG Wife Life Told By Toni

69 WMSCOG Wife Life Told By Toni

Speaking of marriages....let's talk about Toni's!! For the first time, Toni opens up about what marriage is like inside the cult of the world mission society church of god. This episode is not intended to discount the horror of arranged marriages. This is a story of how the WMSCOG tactically interferes in ALL interpersonal relationships to isolate victims. Thanks for listening!!! Boom baby!
Nov 04, 202347:50
68 Part 2 with WMSCOG survivor Sharon

68 Part 2 with WMSCOG survivor Sharon

In this episode we continued our conversation with Sharon. She shares her experience of finally leaving the World Mission Society Church of God. Thank you for sharing your inspirational story with us Sharon!!
Oct 19, 202301:15:39
67 Interview with Former Member Sharon Part 1

67 Interview with Former Member Sharon Part 1

In this episode we spoke with Sharon-a former member of the WMSCOG who was baptized in Salt Lake City. We spoke about the ever changing doctrines and deceptive practices she witnessed. Because there was so much to talk about, we decided to break this one into 2 parts for her full story. Coming soon....

Thank you Sharon and to all former members who speak out against the abuse in WMSCOG. You're making it easier for other people to
make informed decisions for themselves about this group.
Sep 13, 202301:38:12
66 Steffan Tubbs Radio Interview
Aug 30, 202336:58
65 Former member Sham shares experiences of his time in Nepal WMSCOG
Jul 03, 202301:50:28
64 EMDR Experience

64 EMDR Experience

Listen to our recent EMDR experiences as we continue the path of healing from the world mission society church of god cult tactics.
Jun 04, 202319:50
63 Respect your Sleep, Protect your sleep. An Episode about Sleep Deprivation
May 21, 202354:39
62 Arranged Marriage in the WMSCOG with our friend Anthony
May 09, 202301:40:58
61 Time Travel with Tara, an interview all of the way from Australia

61 Time Travel with Tara, an interview all of the way from Australia

We are so excited for our first international interview with former WMSCOG member , Tara. Tara attended the WMSCOG location in Australia. Tara also lived in Nepal and shares her experience with us about what life is really like there for the WMSCOG members.


Thank you Tara so much for sharing your experience with all of us.



If you would like to share your experience with us about the WMSCOG, email us at playingintraffic2012@gmail.com

Boom Baby

Apr 17, 202301:35:31
60 Climate Change can be fun

60 Climate Change can be fun

Didn't receive your invitation to the "last ever Passover?" It's ok. Don't be scared!
Lindsey is running for president and we're all getting a carbon tax.
Join us as we talk through some ways we can rethink our approach to climate change without religion. It's still scary , but a little less so.


Apr 03, 202327:20
59 Esperanza Part 3 Interview with former WMSCOG Member
Mar 14, 202355:22
58 Part 2 Interview with former member Esperanza Season 5

58 Part 2 Interview with former member Esperanza Season 5

Here is the conclusion to our interview with Esperanza-a former WMSCOG leader. We are so happy for her escape and cannot wait to see the amazing ways she will thrive in the free world.
Mar 07, 202301:02:26
57 Interview with former Member Esperanza Part 1 Season 5

57 Interview with former Member Esperanza Part 1 Season 5

Join us for this powerful interview with former Colorado Springs WMSCOG member Esperanza. She shares her story of genuinely seeking to please God. However she was quickly put in dangerous situations. We are thankful for her bravery in speaking out. Part 2 coming soon!!
Mar 06, 202356:13
56 Them Damn Yankees Visit South Carolina - An interview with cousin Traci

56 Them Damn Yankees Visit South Carolina - An interview with cousin Traci

Welcome to Hampton county South Carolina, home of the Watermelon Festival. Tune in to our first ever out of state recorded interview with our cousin Traci. She was the first person to reach out to us after we started the podcast and we have been wanting to interview her for an episode ever since. Also this trip marks Toni's first ever family visit to South Carolina OUT of the cult! She got to enjoy a visit with our grandaddy, aunts , uncles and cousins without the looming weight of guilt and fear for the first time in over a decade. 

I'm calling this one my masterpiece you guys. You don't have to agree because Art is subjective but we hope you enjoy it. 

Thank you Traci for sharing your story with us and for being a great cousin and friend.

We love and miss all of our family in South Carolina and mourn the loss of childhood and youth a little more with each visit. Here's to trapping every detail we can for later. 

Boom Baby 


Mar 01, 202338:26
55 Make Art and Laugh with Lisa VanArsdale ; Professional Snugglin and Cult Visiting Season 5
Feb 17, 202301:13:31
54 Massage Therapy for Cult survivors

54 Massage Therapy for Cult survivors

Today we talk about how what why where and when massage therapy is beneficial in your cult exiting plan and or general life journey. Lindsey has been a LMT for 7 years and will walk us through all things massage. 

Check out the movie Kajillionaire because it's awesome. Old Dolio is worth it. 

Boom Baby  





Feb 01, 202333:12
53 Interview with former member Nathan

53 Interview with former member Nathan

Join us while we chat with former west coast WMSCOG member Nathan. Toni's first ever co-smoking homie!!
Find us on social media to see photos of Nathans Pow Wow experience. Enjoy!!
Jan 19, 202337:05
52 Interview of US with our friend and former member Chad

52 Interview of US with our friend and former member Chad

Plot twist , Chad interviews US on this episode. Join us for this New Years special.
Chad has message for the WMSCOG and treats us with his spot on accent.
Thanks Chad for being our guest and our homie.
Jan 10, 202301:05:02
51 Interview with former member Sarah

51 Interview with former member Sarah

On this episode we talk with former member Sarah. Thank you Sarah for sharing your story with us. We talk about family involvement in the cult, mental illness and so much more.
We hope everyone has a great and safe New Years and that 2023 brings you healing, freedom, and happiness wherever you are.
Thank you to every person who listened to our podcast this year (Yes, even you who is listening on the inside of the WMSCOG to see if you can sue us for anything we might say on here. We even thank you for listening. Kind of find it endearing actually and hope you tune in next year.) This is not what we expected to happen when we decided to start our podcast and this past year will be one that we will always remember. We've met so many amazing people throughout this year and you are all inspiring. Thank you Chad, Kelsey, Jordan , Amonnie, Jordan from GLS, Dustin D, the Cannabis Connoisseur hosts Jack and Ryan, Kellie, Joanne, Raymond, Anthony, Michele, Luis, Emma, Caroline and AJ, Chris from SCJ, Kacey from Cult Vault , Berdine, and Sarah.
HAPPY NEW YEAR !!
BOOM BABY
Dec 30, 202254:26
50 Let's talk about Sex...Trafficking
Dec 13, 202253:35
49 Failed Doomsday Prophecy with Anthony and Kelsey
Nov 30, 202201:35:22
48 Interview with former member Berdine
Nov 21, 202201:17:27
47 Deconstructing the WMSCOG Bible History with Kelsey and Anthony

47 Deconstructing the WMSCOG Bible History with Kelsey and Anthony

You have been asking for this episode for a long time listeners, and we have delivered. On this episode we brought in some help via Kelsey and Anthony to explain some of the historical inaccuracies of the WMSCOG Bible teachings. This is part 1 of a set of episodes where we take a look WMSCOG history compared to actual real life history. And of course, Anthony's musical debut on the show. 

If you have any topics you would like covered, let us know at playingintraffic2012@gmail.com

Thanks for listening. 

BOOM BABY 

Nov 14, 202201:47:45
46 Kacey from CultVault
Nov 03, 202201:15:01
45 Interview with Chris a Korean cult cousin of SCJ

45 Interview with Chris a Korean cult cousin of SCJ

This one is very special!! We are joined by Chris-a former member of Shincheonji another South Korean cult. His story is surprising and inspiring. For more info about SCJ check out a very detailed website https://www.examiningthescj.com

You can find more support at https://reddit.com/r/shincheonji. 

If you would like to talk directly to Chris, email him at ltdchaos@hotmail.com

BOOM BABY 

Oct 25, 202201:24:09
44 call us PITPOD now and a list of things you don't need to feel guilty for

44 call us PITPOD now and a list of things you don't need to feel guilty for

You guys, we are calling it PITPOD from now on!

Welcome back for season 5. Tune in today to hear a list of things you should never feel guilty about. 

We've got some great guests coming up this season, stay tuned and check it out. 

www.playingintrafficpod.com



Oct 20, 202222:36
43 Court Audio from 11.7.2014
Sep 15, 202201:04:26
42 Court Audio 8.27.2014 WMSCOG vs. Michele Colón
Sep 05, 202256:25
41 Caroline and AJ Parents of TWO current members

41 Caroline and AJ Parents of TWO current members

On this episode we talk to Caroline and AJ who have TWO current children in the WMSCOG. Their story is heartbreaking as they continue to fight for their loved ones.
Aug 15, 202201:22:35
40 Part 2 with Former WMSCOG Deacon Anthony

40 Part 2 with Former WMSCOG Deacon Anthony

Get ready to get silly with us! On this episode, Toni and Anthony quiz Lindsey on words used in the WMSCOG. Join us where a fragrance is not a fragrance, a maggot Is not a maggot and mother eats poop.
Aug 01, 202201:42:57
39 Interview with Former Missionary Emma

39 Interview with Former Missionary Emma

On this episode, we hear from Emma-a former missionary of the wmscog. She is the first person with the title "Missionary" that we have interviewed. Emma was in the WMSCOG from 2002-2019.
Thank you for talking with us and sharing your story. More to come from Emma ..

BOOM BABY
Jul 25, 202244:40
38 Interview with Former Member Luis

38 Interview with Former Member Luis

On this episode we hear from former Oklahoma/Texas WMSCOG member Luis. Thank you Luis for sharing all of your interesting stories with us. We are so glad you are free!!
Jul 16, 202201:48:21
37 Propaganda
Jul 11, 202236:28
36 What was Michele Colón actually sued for?

36 What was Michele Colón actually sued for?

If you've been wondering that the heck Michele Colón was sued for, look no further!!  We get into the details about each item the World Mission Society Church of God in New Jersey tried to sue Michele for. Fun fact-court hearings are public record and you can obtain full audio recordings. On this show, we will share audio clips from The Motion to Dismiss the complaint against Michele.

If you would like to read along with us, the court documents are available at https://www.examiningthewmscog.com/wmscog-files-second-multi-million-dollar-lawsuit-against-former-member/

A correction to Rick Ross's website, we mention it around 35 minutes in... His correct website is culteducation.com

Here is a link to the YouTube videos we reference-WMSCOG Is a Cult- Public Financial Info https://youtu.be/-a-2yJ7YYdU and WMSCOG Destroys Families https://youtu.be/7uw7S2450u8

Jun 30, 202201:21:47
35 Michele Colón talks about the lawsuits Part 1

35 Michele Colón talks about the lawsuits Part 1

Listen to Michele Colón explain what it was like to be sued by the WMSCOG.
Jun 20, 202201:01:35
34 Interview with former member Michele Colón
Jun 13, 202201:37:21