Have you heard of the cult next door? | Tracy Simmons | TEDxSpokane
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 Published On Nov 18, 2020

Tracy is a Journalism Lecturer and Religion Reporter.
During her time on the TEDxSpokane stage, Tracy wants to normalize the cult experience. She hopes to “shed the shame that comes from it (cults)”. Tracy shares her unique experience growing up in a cult and will make you rethink your definition of a cult. Not all cults are on compounds, they might just be starting on the couch next door.
Tracy is a Journalism Lecturer and Religion Reporter. She favors "Ted Radio Hour:NPR” because listening to other's views opens her mind to new ideas. When she is not nurturing her houseplants, she is riding her road bike.
In her time on the TEDxSpokane stage, Tracy wants to
normalize the cult experience. She hopes to “shed the shame that
comes from it (cults).” Tracy shares her experience growing up in a cult, how her and her mother found themselves on that living room
couch, and the shape of their relationship now.

Fun Fact: Tracey’s favorite food is chips and spicy salsa. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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