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Why should you listen to this podcast? Because "Stories from Real Life" reminds us we’re not alone. In every episode, expert interviewer Melvin E. Edwards dives deep into the moments that shape who we are—messy, moving, sometimes hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking. Whether you're stuck, healing, or just curious about the human experience, these stories help you feel seen, understood, and connected. Want to be a guest on Stories from Real Life? Send Melvin Edwards a message on Media Well Done, here: https://www.mediawelldonellc.com. This podcast is produced by MediaWellDoneLLC.com.
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Aug. 1, 2025

Ep. 138 - He Walked Away from a Cult. Then He Told Me Everything. (Part 1/2)

Ep. 138 - He Walked Away from a Cult. Then He Told Me Everything. (Part 1/2)
Ep. 138 - He Walked Away from a Cult. Then He Told Me Everything. (Part 1/2)
Stories from Real Life
Ep. 138 - He Walked Away from a Cult. Then He Told Me Everything. (Part 1/2)
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Season 3 Society & Culture Personal Journals

He was once “Father God” — the chosen partner of cult leader Amy Carlson.

In this raw, powerful conversation, Andrew-Ryan Profaci shares how he got pulled into Love Has Won, what life inside the movement was really like, and how he found freedom on the other side, despite a devastating cancer diagnosis.

This is a story about belief, control, and what it really means to heal.

The War on Love book

Amy Carlson

Stuck in a cult?

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