Gloriavale Escapee Answers Questions from Instagram!
Episode Description
27 year old Theo Pratt spent the first 18 years of her life in the Gloriavale cult.
When she left as a young adult, she turned her back on everything she’d ever known since birth.
When I announced on Instagram that Theo was joining me on the podcast, I invited you to share your questions. This video is a selection of your questions for Theo.
Check out Theo’s book, “Unveiled.”
0:00 What info should be in a survival guide for GV leavers? 2:30 Most positive and negative things from GV? 3:55 What did Theo know about the outside world 4:07 Is she still religious 4:30 In GV, what do they say about others who leave 5:40 How did she know it was the right decision to leave 6:15 Who decides what to name the babies in GV 7:35 Average day for a teenager in GV 9:00 What happens when you break the rules in GV 12:10 What was her role in the GV annual concert 14:30 What’s changed for Theo since the “Escaping Utopia” documentary came out on TVNZ+ 15:00 Biggest struggle after leaving GV 16:43 How frequently do people leave? 17:15 Did she know who Justin Bieber was when she left? 19:30 Can she remember the first time she had Maccas or KFC? 20:45 Does Theo have any favourite swear words now? 21:10 What blew her mind after she left GV? 22:10 First movie she saw after leaving GV 23:20 What are her thoughts on outside world fashion
Brief Summary
Theo discusses her life after leaving Glory of Vale, including challenges with social skills and adapting to the outside world.
Key points
- Life Skills After Leaving. The struggle to adapt to everyday life after leaving a sheltered environment is discussed.
- The Value of Money. A poignant reflection on the misconceptions of wealth when leaving a controlled environment.
- Leaving Glory of Vale. The emotional toll of leaving a restrictive community is explored, revealing deep fears and realizations.
- Proud of Achievements. Celebrating personal growth and accomplishments after limited education.
- The Appeal of Sam Smith. Discussing what makes Sam Smith a standout performer.
- Wearing Jeans for the First Time. Exploring the empowerment felt from making clothing choices as an adult.
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Episode highlights
- Life Skills After LeavingThe struggle to adapt to everyday life after leaving a sheltered environment is discussed.“You learn the hard way for a lot of it; it's trial and error.”1:50Mar 3, 2025
- The Value of MoneyA poignant reflection on the misconceptions of wealth when leaving a controlled environment.“You think you're rich with $200, then realize it won't get you far.”2:20Mar 3, 2025
- Leaving Glory of ValeThe emotional toll of leaving a restrictive community is explored, revealing deep fears and realizations.“You just think that she's gone to hell and that's all.”5:00Mar 3, 2025
- Proud of AchievementsCelebrating personal growth and accomplishments after limited education.“It's really cool, hope you're proud of yourself!”22:08Mar 3, 2025
- The Appeal of Sam SmithDiscussing what makes Sam Smith a standout performer.“Just being himself, like, just him being himself.”22:52Mar 3, 2025
- Wearing Jeans for the First TimeExploring the empowerment felt from making clothing choices as an adult.“I think it just gives you a sense of control.”23:45Mar 3, 2025
