033 - Gaslighting Inside the Oath Keepers' Founder's Family with Dakota Adams

The Gaslight Effect

On this episode, Dr. Robin Stern talks with Dakota Adams, son of Stewart Rhodes, the founder and leader of the Oath Keepers organization. Dakota opens up about a life that was not only entangled with the controversial Oath Keepers but also shadowed by the dark clouds of gaslighting and abuse.

Gaslighting, a form of psychological manipulation that seeks to make victims doubt their reality, is a theme woven into the fabric of Dakota's narrative. He recounts the harrowing escape from an environment marked by violence and chaos, where he and his siblings' perceptions were constantly manipulated.

Dakota reveals the intricate layers of his father's personality, from the early days of criticism against political figures to a surprising evolution that ultimately led to Stewart Rhodes' involvement in the infamous events at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

But it's not just a story of political activism; it's a story of survival. Dakota shares the devastating effects of gaslighting on a family, detailing the struggles of breaking free from a cycle of manipulation, fear, and isolation.

Join Robin and Dakota as they unravel the complexities of Dakota's life, a life shaped by an organization founded on principles that devolved into chaos. This episode will take you beyond the headlines, providing a closer look at the impact of gaslighting on individuals, families, and communities.

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