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Ep 214 Do AA Members Know It's Brainwashing?
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- Kirsten Johnson Podcast
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- Jul 14, 2026
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Summary
When I got to AA, like in my first week, I heard people saying "we're not a cult but we need the brainwashing" or "I needed brainwashing when I got here." But what does that actually mean? And what are the potential longer term consequences or downside? And what do AA members and deprogrammers think about this now? Timestamps: 00:00 Do AA Members Know It's Brainwashing Intro 0:54 What is Brainwashing? 6:02 Can brainwashing help someone sober from alcohol? 9:05 The Costs of AA Brainwashing 11:25 What Do People Think of AA Brainwashing? 34:27 What Do You Think About Brainwashing? 🔥 Free Deprogram Course + leaving AA resources → here 🧠 Brain optimization tools → here ❤️🔥 If you’re ready to stop holding yourself back → here Come vibe with me: Kirsten's Facebook Kirsten's Instagram Kirsten's TikTok 📱 My content creation setup (camera, mic, lighting, etc.) → here 💻 Tools + software I use to run my business and create online → here ⚠️ Disclaimer: I’m not a therapist, doctor, or licensed healthcare provider. Everything shared is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional care. 💖 Some links may be affiliate links. I only share what I genuinely use and love.