In this disturbing deep dive, we take you into the dark heart of one of the most horrific cults you’ve (probably) never heard of — The Ant Hill Kids. Led by self-proclaimed prophet Roch Thériault, this Canadian cult began as a doomsday commune and spiraled into a house of horrors marked by control, abuse, and unthinkable violence.

We’ll explore how a charismatic madman manipulated his followers into absolute submission, how the system failed to intervene in time, and why the story of the Ant Hill Kids remains a brutal cautionary tale about blind faith and unchecked power.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of extreme abuse, coercion, and violence. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

If you or someone you know is struggling with cult involvement, spiritual abuse, or coercive control, help is available:

• International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA): www.icsahome.com
• Freedom of Mind Resource Center: www.freedomofmind.com
• Info-Cult (Canada): www.infosecte.org
• RAINN (for abuse survivors): 1-800-656-HOPE / www.rainn.org

You are not alone — support is out there.

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