# S3 E29 In Conversation with Shanny Pants!

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Podcast: [The Cult Vault](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-cult-vault-1246535)
Published: 2025-04-06T20:21:20+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3869

## Resource

In this episode, Shannon Payton AKA Shanny Pants shares her journey of growing up in a high-control religious cult, her experiences navigating life outside of it, and the challenges of parenting while healing from past trauma. She discusses the impact of her upbringing on her identity, relationships, and mental health, as well as the importance of psychoeducation in her recovery process. In this conversation, Shanny Payton shares her journey of healing from trauma, navigating relationships post-cult, and the challenges of marriage and parenthood. She emphasises the importance of humor in her healing process and discusses the support she has found in her community. Shanny also reflects on her experiences with social media and the impact of negative comments, while offering wisdom for those recovering from trauma. Shanny's Show - ShannyPantsShowWebsite Get in Touch or Support: Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvault Crimecon UK 2025 https://www.crimecon.co.uk - use code CULT for 10% off tickets! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-Vault Gmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

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