Join Jessica Acevedo, the Executive Producer of Netflix’s explosive docu-series, Dancing For The Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult, and Kailea Gray, marketing strategist and former 7M Films member, as they further expose the core of 7M Films and Shekinah Church. Forgive Me For I HaveFollowed embarks on a gripping journey into the hidden truths behind this high control group. Through powerful in-depth interviews with former members and new, chilling first-hand accounts, the series will illuminate untold, necessary perspectives. Stories like Kailea’s happen far too often. This podcast will also feature individuals whose lives have been affected by other cults...
Latest episodes
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21 min
BONUS: The Raids at Shekinah
In this special bonus episode, Jessica and Kailea respond to the recent federal raids at Shekinah Church. They unpack what these developments could potentially mean, not just for t…
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34 min
"The Team"
Jess and Kailea are joined by producers Leo, Aaron, and Sophie for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the podcast and its exploration of the ongoing impact of Robert Shinn,…
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26 min
“Melanie Lee Part. 2”
In this second episode with Melanie Lee, Jess joins Kailea in their sit-down with the key figure from Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult documentary. They discuss the critic…
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22 min
“Melanie Lee Part. 1”
In this powerful episode, Jess and Kailea sit down with Melanie Lee, a key figure from Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult documentary, to dive deeper into her experience wit…
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29 min
“Priscylla Part 2”
Jess and Kailea continue their conversation with Priscylla Leigh as she reflects on her tumultuous journey through Shekinah Church and what ultimately led her to leave. She also di…
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24 min
“Priscylla Part 1”
Jess and Kailea sit down with Priscylla Leigh to discuss her tumultuous journey through Shekinah Church, which promised salvation but ultimately led to emotional and physical abuse…
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24 min
“Modern Mystery School”
Kailea guides Jessica through the intriguing world of the Modern Mystery School, founded by Gudni Gudnason, a descendant of the Norse god Thor?! As they delve into its claims of sp…
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2 min
Introducing: My Friend Daisy
Hello, Forgive Me For I Have Followed Fans! We want to share our new show, "My Friend Daisy." About the show: After 19-year-old Daisy De La O was murdered outside her Compton apart…
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32 min
“Angela & Lacy”
In this powerful episode, Jess & Kailea sit down with past guest Angela (Former wife of Shekinah Church and 7m Films Member James B-Dash Derrick) and her best friend Lacy to discus…
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28 min
“Shen Yun”
In this episode, Jess and Kailea explore the world of Shen Yun, the globally touring performing arts company, and its controversial ties to the Falun Gong movement. They examine th…
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22 min
“The Zizians”
In this week's episode, Jess & Kailea dive into the chilling world of the Zizians, a group with extreme beliefs that have led to tragic real-world consequences. The recent arrest o…
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33 min
“Language of a Leader”
In this episode of Forgive Me For I Have Followed, Jessica & Kailea dive into the powerful role language plays in cults and high-control groups. They explore how leaders use loaded…
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21 min
”Coaching or Culty?”
In this episode, Jess and Kailea examine the balance between trust and ethical boundaries in creative education, focusing on acting coaches. They dive into the controversial method…
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34 min
Actress Self-Help Guru… Red Flag?
What’s the difference between a high-control group and a cult? In this episode, we break down the key distinctions and explore how certain groups and leaders blur the line between…
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10 min
BONUS: Bob & Fro Check-in & Updates
The ladies bring a couple updates to the table and Kailea shares what life's been like outside of the church in this bonus episode. Forgive Me For I Have Followed continues the exp…
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37 min
”Reflections on Shekinah”
In this special episode of Forgive Me for I Have Followed, Jessica and Kailea reflect on their journey throughout the series, revisiting the guests and conversations that left a la…
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33 min
“Migdalia”
In this episode, Migdalia Raino opens up about the heartbreaking journey of her son Nick’s involvement with Shekinah Church and 7M Films, detailing the troubling changes she witnes…
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42 min
“Chez aka TIGHTEYEX”
In this episode, Jessica and Kailea dive deep into the recent controversies surrounding Krump dancer Chez “TIGHTEYEX” Wills. From the creation of Krump Inc. and the rift it’s cause…
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25 min
“Katie & The Haleys”
In this episode, we sit down with the Haleys, creators of Stop Culting and Exposing 7M, and Katie Joy, creator of Without a Crystal Ball, to explore the dark world of Shekinah Chur…
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26 min
"Sarah"
In this episode, investigative journalist Sarah Berman (Author of Don’t Call It a Cult: The Shocking Story of Keith Raniere and the Women of NXIVM) discusses her reporting on NXIVM…