Allison Mack Breaks Silence on NXIVM in New CBC Podcast

Allison Mack, the former Smallville star who pleaded guilty to racketeering charges tied to NXIVM founder Keith Raniere, is sharing her story in a new seven part CBC series, Allison After NXIVM. The episodes premiered today via CBC and Campside Media, hosted by Natalie Robehmed and produced by Vanessa Grigoriadis, who has reported on NXIVM for major outlets. In extensive interviews, Mack discusses her early acting career, how she joined NXIVM, and her role as a master in DOS, a secret subset described as a women empowerment group. Prosecutors described coercion through collateral like nude images or sexually explicit videos; Mack's plea deal and her testimony at Raniere's trial helped convict him on charges including sex trafficking, racketeering, and wire fraud conspiracy, resulting in a 120 year sentence. She looks back at the 2021 sentencing hearing, recalling that she thought of her mother and brother in the courtroom as victims described what she had done. I can take it, but I am so sorry, she said of her family, showing remorse. She also says she does not see herself as innocent. The seven part series opens with that sentencing memory and traces Mack's path from a child actor to NXIVM member, toward the time in prison and release. The podcast promises detailed interviews that delve into her upbringing, involvement in the self improvement program and the multilevel marketing scheme. The piece notes the ongoing public fascination with NXIVM and the broader questions of accountability and redemption raised by Mack's decision to speak out.

Cover image source: ‘Smallville’ Star Allison Mack Gives First Interview on Surviving the Abusive Sex Cult NXIVM and Going to Prison: ‘I Don’t See Myself as Innocent’ 🔗

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