The Bodies Behind the Bus is a podcast centering on the voices of spiritual abuse survivors. We began with stories out of the Acts 29 network and have branched into many organizations since our launch. We are the discarded few. We have been abused, gaslit, ignored, slandered, deceived, intentionally hurt, and betrayed. Our stories were manipulated and our voices were stolen. We were left alone with all the confusion, grief, hurt, and pain but today we begin to reclaim our stories and find our voices once again because we matter, and being a body behind the bus is not the gospel. more

A weekly look at religion and the stupidity that breeds it. Hosts Noah Lugeons, Heath Enwright, and Eli Bosnick delve into theistic attempts to intrude on the secular world in an unflinching expose on just how juvenile the whole god thing is. more

An in-depth examination of the culture and politics of Christian Nationalism and Evangelicalism by two ex-evangelical ministers-turned-religion professors. If you have ever wondered what social and historical forces led white evangelicals to usher Donald Trump into the White House this is the show for you. As former insiders and critical scholars of religion, Dan Miller and Bradley Onishi have a unique perspective on the Religious Right. Guests have included Chrissy Stroop, R. Marie Griffith, Janelle Wong, Randall Balmer, Katherine Stewart, and many others. more

Exploring the world inside and outside the evangelical subculture, one conversation at a time.'Exvangelical' is a shared starting point with many destinations; it acknowledges the impact (predominantly white/white-led) evangelicalism has had on our lives, but does not dictate our current or future beliefs & practices. On this podcast, you'll hear stories of people who've left evangelicalism for other branches of Christianity, for other spiritual traditions, and for none at all. All paths are valid. Wholeness > Holiness.Exvangelical is a production of The Post-Evangelical Post, LLC. Support the show at just $5/month or $50/year at postevangelicalpost.com. 25% of net proceeds are donated to the Religious Exemption Accountability Project and White Homework.Find show notes and archives at exvangelicalpodcast.comSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://www.postevangelicalpost.com/about more

Hemant Mehta and Jessica Bluemke Greiff cover the latest news, politics, and pop culture with a focus on atheism and religion. This is the official podcast for FriendlyAtheist.com. more

Enter the Kingdom of the Cults with Cultish; a program that explores the impact of the cults from a theological, sociological, and psychologicalperspective. Immerse yourself in the thinking, teaching, strategies, and consequences born out of the nefarious leaders of these movements. more

A theological journey of becoming. Deconstruction/Reconstruction. Evolution of faith.

Cult survivor stories. Hi! I'm Shelise Ann Sola— former devout Mormon. On C2C, my husband Jonathan and I dive deep into the nuance of cultic organizations and coercive manipulators. We are not anti-religious, but anti-abuse, and shed light in dark places to bring compassion, understanding and accountability. Together we discover how our guests find independence and healing through awareness and true individual sovereignty. more

Heretic Happy Hour is an unapologetically irreverent, crass, and sometimes profound conversation about the intersection of culture and the Christian faith. Hosts Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano, alongside a rotating panel of guest hosts that include theologians and therapists, professors and prophets, mystics and misfits, pull no punches and leave no stones unturned. For some serious sacred cow-tipping, there's nothing better than spending an hour of your time with us.New shows every Tuesday, with bonus episodes on Fridays and Sundays. more

Seth Andrews, a former Christian broadcaster and believer for 30 years, ultimately escaped the bonds of superstitious thinking to embrace the more satisfying explanations that science provides. A professional video producer and host of one of the most popular atheist communities on the internet, Seth Andrews brings a polished format, a relaxed environment and a rage-free challenge to the religious beliefs that defined his youth.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. more

An Ex-Fundie, Deconstruction, and Cult podcast as told by cult survivor Sadie Carpenter, with her co-host Gavi HaCohen. This podcast covers Sadie's cult, (The Independent Fundamental Baptist church), other cults, (including Jonestown and the Branch Davidians), cult-related media (including reality TV shows and documentaries like The Duggars/19 Kids and Counting, Shiny Happy People, Welcome to Plathville, and Real Housewives of Salt Lake City), famous fundamentalist and fundie influencers, other religions, and the real and present threat that cults and cult ideologies pose to society as a whole. Our goal is to promote freedom of mind, freedom of thought, and freedom of religion. For press, sponsorship, and other inquiries, contact LeavingEdenPod@gmail.com Join our Patreon for extended, uncensored, and ad-free versions of most of our episodes, as well as other patron perks and bonus content! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Join our Facebook group to join in the discussion with other fans! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodus Social Media: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Friends Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson sip coffee and talk about life after Adventism. They discuss their journey to truth including eating pork, going to church on Sunday, and learning to trust the real Jesus. (Music © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission.) Website, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/ Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/ Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/ #sda #adventist #sabbath © 2019 2024 Life Assurance Ministries, Inc. more

Monte, a former alt. right evangelical takes deep dive discussions on evangelical deconstruction, current events and American history, and what the Bible actually said. Follow her journey from fundamentalist conservativism to progressive ideals, the words of Christ and how to stay active during this moment in history more

This ain't your pastor's Bible podcast. This is a deep interrogation of the book, and we're bringing receipts. Bible scholar Dr. Dan McClellan and atheist podcaster Dan Beecher team up to discover what the Bible actually says, what it decidedly doesn't say (even if everyone thinks it does), and explore the history of the most popular book of all time. more

Justin and Tiffany talk about their life growing up in a hyper-charismatic, oneness pentecostal church, and how they separately escaped to find grace outside the fundamental church. Join them as they share their ups and downs, the joys and sorrow, and the journey out of the fundamental church. more

Reconstruction after Deconstruction--after leaving destructive religious dogma behind!

Freeing hearts to love and be loved! Love. Inclusion. Affirmation. Susan Cottrell is the Mom of two LGBTQ+ children; the founder of FreedHearts; an international speaker with a viral TEDx talk; a pastor and theologian; an acclaimed author; and a fierce advocate and ally. In her unique tender, relatable style, Susan is a prominent voice of unconditional love and lavish inclusion. Powerful, authentic, and relevant in today's society, Susan has a lot to say. The Advocate calls her their 'Favorite Affirming Matriarch.' OutSmart magazine calls her 'The Mother of all MamaBears!' Reverend Ashley Harness from Auburn Seminary says, 'Susan has this fierce, loving, don't mess with me, Mom vibe.' If you have been excluded, or if someone close to you has been excluded because of who they are or who they love - or maybe you have been the one doing the excluding - the FreedHearts podcast is for you. Join Susan, along with her husband Rob, on the journey. You are not alone. Welcome home!  more

A weekly podcast deconstructing purity culture, sex and other real life stuff for thoughtful Christians and exvangelicals alike. more

A podcast for anyone who has found themself disillusioned or discouraged in their faith journey and who wants to hold on to their faith while untangling it from all that is not good or true. more

Hosted by Dr. Kelly J. Baker and John Brooks. Kelly and John invite other people from the wide and wild world of religious studies to talk to them about why and how they do what they do and why their work matters to us all. They also talk to each other about the ideas, stories, and histories that fascinate them and that they think you should know about, too. more

What if there are ways of thinking about God and faith that are different than what our traditions have handed us? more

The Doubts Aloud Podcast!Join us as we allow doubts to be voiced regarding faith, religion and worldviews. Two of us have been Christians and none of us believe, so our current conclusion is that the doubts regarding Christianity are justified, but we are keen to question ourselves and hear Christian arguments and hear from Christian guests. Our background means that our conversation with Christianity will tend to dominate over other faiths. We are Frances Janusz, Andrew Whyte and Ed Atkinson. We value the use of reason and evidence to assess matters of faith and worldview. (Should we doubt those assumptions?). We will consider philosophy, theology, Biblical Studies, human experience from the thinking layman's viewpoint. We greatly value respect for those we disagree with and engaging in discussion. Meet us all in person at the monthly Unbelievable Christian and Skeptic Discussion Group in central London https://www.meetup.com/Unbelievable-Christian-and-Skeptic-Discussion-Group-LondonAndrew Whyte one of the hosts of Doubts Aloud has his own 'Christian Diversity' YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIyesuRCrlRFYCYs_XMDKhd_MAyeF8esHFor those not familiar with the Christian Premier Radio Unbelievable Show that we praise, it is podcast as 'Unbelievable?' and on the web:https://www.premierchristianradio.com/Shows/Saturday/UnbelievableAndrew's appearances on Unbelievable were 31/10/2009 on the Return of Jesus, 26/04/2014 with Greg Boyd on Doubt and 10/07/2015 with Nabeel Qureshi on Christian Diversity.Doubts Aloud Links:Please give feedback and ask questions using :doubtsaloud@gmail.comJoin the Facebook Group discussions:https://www.facebook.com/groups/247243319147813Meet us all in person at the monthly 'Unbelievable Christian and Skeptic Discussion Group' in central London, see:https://www.meetup.com/Unbelievable-Christian-and-Skeptic-Discussion-Group-London more

Grab your beverage of choice and join Tori Williams Douglass and Justin Gentry as we dust off our Bibles to see if there is still anything good to be found. Each week is something new as we dive into the strange world of the Bible and explore the weird things people do with it. Part storytelling, part banter, mostly hilarious; if you always thought the Bible was bizarre but were afraid to say so you will feel right at home.Follow us on the Socials:Twitter: @gohomebibleInstagram: gohomebiblePatreon: patreon.com/gohomebible more

- A Reconstructionist Podcast -Christian AF was born after a few long conversations over good beers, where we realized that life, and faith, aren't as simple as we grew up believing. We started wondering why asking questions was frowned upon, or why we had to accept what we've always been told as the truth. Maybe some things aren't as black and white as we'd like to think. So, we set out to create a space to have an HONEST dialogue that welcomes questions, doubts, and fears about faith, church culture, and everything in between. The three of us behind the mics are no experts, but our goal is to help listeners start asking questions or maybe even find some answers. Christian AF is a podcast for people who are over church, have been burned by church, don't get church, or have been told not to question their faith. So as we like to say, kick back, grab a drink, and start questioning! (Christian AF is based out of Rockford, IL run by members of Grassroots Church). more

Join post evangelical pastor, Eric Schwartz and guests, as they dive deep in to the stories of how the church has let them down, where they are now in their spiritual journey, and where they are finding hope. If you are so inclined to support us and engage with more 'Cynics', you can at patreon.com/evancynical more

A podcast about building new faith. Its all about construction, but sometimes that means you have to deconstruct a little. Questions, exploration, mystery... more

Use sound history to critique, rethink, and rebuild faith. A safe haven for anyone deconstructing evangelicalism, ex-evangelicals, or anyone spiritually restless. Hear from people who make valuable contributions to the conversation about deconstruction, spirituality, restorative justice, and rebuilding faith with love as a foundation. more

A couple of old friends talking about our journey out of evangelical Christianity & into the wild.

A luxury hotel pool attendant in Miami meets a married couple. The wife starts flirting with the young man...and pretty soon he is caught up in a love triangle, one that will have far-reaching results. The husband is Jerry Falwell Jr., member of one of the most famous evangelical families in America and president of a Christian university with a strict code of conduct. The affair is part of a pattern of questionable behavior that will threaten the Falwell family dynasty. From Wondery, the makers of The Shrink Next Door and Bunga Bunga, comes IN GOD WE LUST, a six part series about what the tabloids called 'the pool boy' scandal. Co-hosted by Brooke Siffrinn and Aricia Skidmore-Williams, the duo brings their humor and distinctive style of their hit series EVEN THE RICH to a reported miniseries for the very first time.Binge all episodes of In God We Lust exclusively and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/in-god-we-lust/ now. more

An exvangelical podcast giving toxic theology the read it deserves by taking another look at some of the bad books given major influence in evangelical christianity.Hosted by Janice Lagata and Melanie Kleimola more

A podcast for people who were once very comfortable in their Christian faith … until the 21st century intruded and made it very hard to keep on believing.And for those who are intrigued by science, philosophy, world history, and even world religions …. and want to rationalize that with their Christian theology.And for those who found that's just not possible … and yet there's still a small part of them that … … won't let it go. more

Sinners are often people who believe they deserve every little thing they desire, and hurting others along the way…well that's just road kill.  On a small scale it's scary, but on the scale these people have done it it's down right evil.Preachers, church, your faith are your most trusted source of comfort…but what happens when that world is shattered…Season 1 of Seven Deadly Sinners took on the world of Televangelists and cultish child sexual predator, Warren Jeffs. Seasons 2 and 3 of Seven Deadly Sinners, we're traveling to the depths of hell, expanding our realm and covering Preachers, Cult Leaders and Religious Organizations linked to horrific crimes...and some of these cases involve leaders who kidnap, rape and murder the ones who trust them the most.   What if, after leading you in prayer, he lures to the bedroom. What it the same preacher who captures your heart, kidnaps your child.What if, the priest serving you communion used those same hands to dispose of a corpse.These Preachers committed heinous crimes - right under …your…. nose.. - with a bible next to their bed - and a cross around their neck. Rachael O'Brien is the host of Seven Deadly Sinners, and she guides you on this hellish journey of deception all under the guise of Faith. Subscribe and listen on @applepodcasts  Now Let's close our eyes, bow our heads and buckle up. more

Do young earth creationist arguments hold up to scrutiny? Join me to examine their claims! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/viced-rhino-the-podcast--4623273/support . more

The Exodus Brothers discuss growing up in Evangelical Christianity, their eventual deconstruction from religion, issues with the Bible and their journey towards healing. more

Reclaiming My Theology is a podcast and community taking our theology back from ideas and systems that oppress. My name is Brandi Miller, some of you know me as @brandinico in online spaces. For over a decade, I have been exploring, unlearing, and reimagining my faith outside of systemic oppression and want to bring you along with me! Each season of the podcast will be a deep dive into a form of systemic oppression and ask how the values of oppressive ideas shape our hearts, minds, politics, and lived experiences. There are so many things to reclaim our theology from: white supremacy, patriarchy and misogyny, capitalism, homophobia, ableism and more. As we launch our first season, we will be reclaiming our theology from white supremacy. Each episode, I will talk to a guest about how the attributes of oppressive ideologies have infiltrated how we see ourselves, each other, and God. We will learn from marginalized communities who practice a different way, and seek to create a more just faith experience together. more

Latinx centric conversations on exiting evangelicalism, deconstruction, and religious trauma.

An exploration of current affairs - refining my mind, burning away impurities, in the forge of truth. Find me on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/crucibleofthght/ more

Welcome to the Still Christian podcast, where we retrace our steps through Evangelical culture--finding a new path forward without abandoning our faith. Join friends Sarah and Katie as they take a deep dive into how we got here and how to be 'Still Christian' in the midst of cultural and spiritual brokenness. more

Bible, Bravery, & Bullshit with Dan Minor is the unapologetic podcast for anyone tearing down old beliefs, choosing deconstruction, and rebuilding something new. Dan Minor isn't here to sugarcoat it—he's diving headfirst into the gritty, raw conversations about faith, spirituality, and the chaotic ride that is life after evangelicalism. Whether you're questioning, evolving, or just fed up with the system, this podcast slashes through religious dogma with sharp humor, brutal honesty, and just the right amount of irreverence. Each episode Dan and his guests try to answer the questions you have been too scared to ask out loud, like: - What if I left the evangelical church but still believe in God? - What is up with hell? Would a loving God send His children to such a wicked place? Does hell even exist? - Is there such thing as salvation and what does it mean for me? - Do you have to belong to a specific political party in order to be a Christian? - How do I talk to my family since they think I am no longer a Christian? Expect unfiltered talk on biblical mistranslations, courageous stories from people carving out faith on their own terms, and plenty of fiery rants as Dan calls out the bullshit in the evangelical world—because someone's gotta do it. more

Sunday School Dropouts is a podcast hosted by trained therapists Dr. Laura Anderson and Andrew Kerbs. Both Andrew and Laura grew up in high control religion and spent years trying to live up to the rules and standards until one day, they couldn't do it anymore. They spent our lives aspiring to be true followers of God and all they got from it was religious trauma.So now, they're taking our lived experiences along with their education, training, and work with clients to create this podcast a podcast that goes beyond deconstruction and focuses on the unique aspects healing and recovery for folks coming out of high control religions, cults, fundamentalism, purity culture and those with religious trauma. Each episode they will be talking with other experts, mental health practitioners, coaches, advocates, therapists and folks who have survived fundamentalist systems, to learn from their experiences and offer resources and support for healing. more

An ex-fundamentalist sheds light on the dark side of the church… from the pulpit to the pews.

We exist for those impacted by religious trauma by providing support for prevention of victimization and revictimization, creating a safe space to ask questions and to heal. more

Roxy and Katelyn grew up in the white evangelical American heartland. Both were warned moving to a supposed bastion of secular culture would be dangerous to their faith. While navigating a city where people sleep in on Sunday mornings and the chaste motto 'true love waits' isn't a thing, the two have found a renewed, vibrant faith that has been both strengthened and stretched in the metropolis. more

A podcast exploring why those who grew up in the American Evangelical church are now leaving it behind.

Subscribe for weekly discussions with cult survivors, experts in religious trauma recovery, and other topics related to recovering from religious harms. This show is hosted by volunteers from Recovering From Religion, which is a non-profit organization that works to provide hope, healing, and support for people who have questions or doubts about their faith.Whether you are an atheist, religious, or leaving a cult, we hope you will find this podcast helpful. We aren't here to talk you out of or into faith. We just provide a safe place to examine beliefs. Episodes are adapted from RfRx events. more

A podcast analyzing the true life experiences of everyday people who grew up fundamentalist, orthodox, or within any other strictly religious environment, and the impact (positive or negative) that this upbringing had on who they are today. more

Welcome to the Liminal Living Podcast, where we dive deep into the realm of liminal spaces—those transitional phases where uncertainty is our companion. I'm your host and curator of conversations, Dr. Tom Rundel, and it's my pleasure to serve as your guide through these uncharted territories. With a doctoral background in spirituality and leadership from Portland Seminary, my research has centered on the spirituality found in the narratives of liminality in the Bible, but I have expanded my research to include other faith traditions and cognitive science. Since our launch in 2023, we've been dedicated to exploring the nuances of dark nights and deconstructions, but our journey expanded to include insights from a diverse array of modern-day thinkers and artists. Through a blend of stories, practices, and perspectives, we provide valuable guidance for fellow travelers navigating their own liminal spaces. So, join us as we embark on this journey and embrace the uncertainty in order to uncover the hidden wisdom that lies within the liminal spaces of life. more

The Kayse Melone Show is a podcast for freethinkers eager to explore perspectives to help us think critically and live meaningfully. Episodes are published every once in a while. kaysemelone.substack.com more

Welcome to the I Tried to Be Straight Podcast! We both grew up in Christian culture where being gay wasn't acceptable. After years of struggling with our sexualities, we both recently came out of the closet. We're here to unpack those journeys, and learn more about the struggle of accepting your sexuality in a culture where it's not ok to be gay. We're entering into the stories of others, digging into theology, learning more about gay culture, and trying to give you a little insight into just how hard it is to try to be straight. more

Join us for a conversation amongst friends, led by Kristian A. Smith, as we deconstruct harmful theology and create beloved community one cigar at a time. In a nutshell, Kristian and The Cast smoke, drink, cuss and talk about life, faith and theology. We embrace nuance as the spice of life while striving to love our neighbors as we love ourselves. Holy Smokes is disrupting everything you thought you knew about church kids. more

In-depth conversations that explore the critical issues surrounding faith and spirituality 'outside the boxes'... beyond ideologies and institutions. Hosts Mark Dilcom and Kelly Wilson talk with fellow thought leaders in this upbeat, non-judgmental, radically inclusive space. For more information, visit www.radicallovelive.com. [Views expressed here are solely those of the Radical Love Live team and our guests. Also, if you see an 'EXPLICIT' warning here, it's probably the hosts getting salty. Our guests are usually pretty well behaved.] Radical Love Live is part of the Quoircast network. more

Heal The Wounds, Own Your Story, Lead Your Life. Led by Branon Dempsey, this YouTube page is a safe space for people and survivors of childhood trauma, to help you reclaim your story so you can be fully connected to lead life. Subscribe today to become part of a supportive community where hope, healing, and empowerment await—because your story matters. ➡️ Podcast / iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-your-story-matters-podcast-with-branon-dempsey/id1609639138 ➡️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@branondempsey. ➡️ Branon Dempsey Substack: https://branondempsey.substack.com ➡️ Join our Threads, Instagram, X Bluesky: @branondempsey ➡️ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/BranonDempsey more

For some, church is pretty simple. For others, it can be pretty complicated. So if faith and spirituality is a 'heck yes' but church is a 'hell no', welcome to Unchurchable - the place where we are able to participate in faith in our own way whether it is taking on taboo topics or exploring the unknown. After all, an examined faith is a strong one. more

Join Kevin, an ex-Christian located in the Southeastern US , as he talks about the challenges facing nonbelievers in god's country. more

Weekly Livestreams on YouTube on Wed nights at 9pm Eastern/6pm Pacific with hosts Ashley Swearengin and @UnconventionalPastorPaul, Paul Swearengin. She served as mayor of a city, Paul was an evangelical pastor. Together, they were deep in the middle of the rise of Christian nationalism.Come join us as we discussing a spirituality that reaches beyond the walls of a church building and connects deconstructing people of faith to a renewed identity and a beautiful connection to divine love and goodness. We would love you to join us so we can all grow together in community. more

As a Dauntless Media podcast, this is a companion to Scott's forthcoming book about losing faith while teaching at an evangelical university. This podcast will feature former students and faculty of Azusa Pacific University. They will tell stories of racism, sexism, hatred towards the LGBTQ community, and early alt-right shenanigans. Other guests outside of the APU world will also be invited to share their experiences. Join the growing Chapel Probation community on Instagram, Discord, and Facebook. Support the Chapel Probation mission by joining the Patreon for bonus content. rscottokamoto.com more

Join Andrew Pledger in exposing Bob Jones University, a school known for its culture of indoctrination and control. BJU is a fundamentalist Christian college with roots in white supremacy and authoritarianism. The podcast features survivors' stories from the university, and its affiliated churches, camps, and day schools. The show also explores BJU's influence beyond the university and its impact on American society. This show is a continuation of the limited series 'Surviving BJU: A Christian Cult.'Join my Patreon for bonus episodes and other exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/4ndrewpledgerMy Linktree: https://andrewpledger.mypixieset.com/links/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to 'Cheers to Leaving,' the podcast that's all about expanding our horizons and embracing diverse perspectives. Join your hosts, Rachael and Cameron, as they embark on a new journey of understanding and connection.In this revamped season, Rachael and Cameron, both who left their evangelical Christian backgrounds, are shifting the spotlight to illuminate stories that exist beyond the realm of Christianity. With an open heart and a commitment to fostering dialogue, they explore the narratives of individuals who bring unique experiences, beliefs, and perspectives to the table.'Cheers to Leaving' is not just a departure from religion and the familiar; it's an invitation to explore the rich tapestry of human stories that may lie outside our comfort zones. Through thoughtful conversations, the hosts aim to bridge the gap between different worlds, fostering empathy, understanding, and unity.Whether you identify with a specific faith, philosophy, or are still finding your path, this podcast invites you to pull up a chair, grab a metaphorical drink, and join the conversation. It's time to raise our glasses to leaving behind Christianity, preconceptions, embracing diversity, and celebrating the multitude of voices that make up the human experience. Get ready for insightful conversations, eye-opening revelations, and a journey that promises to challenge, inspire, and leave you with a deeper appreciation for the vast tapestry of beliefs that shape our world. Welcome to the new era of 'Cheers to Leaving' - where everyone's story is not just heard but celebrated. Cheers! ? more

Sex, Drugs, and Jesus embraces taboo topics and shares stories about surviving the social outskirts. De'Vannon has had a long journey of self-discovery including being kicked out of his church for his sexuality, serving in the military during 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' becoming a drug dealer and convict, contracting HIV and HEP B, being homeless, and ultimately rising from the social outskirts to become a healthy and insightful entrepreneur. Join De'Vannon as he interviews authors, podcasters and many others who bring valuable insight into issues that plague us and our loved ones in our daily lives and learn how to help yourself and those you care about in new and innovative ways. If you have an open mind or want to be more open minded, the Sex, Drugs, and Jesus Podcast is for you! Let's take a peek behind the curtain... more

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Brian and Troy used to be loyal Christian megachurch leaders. They're not anymore. This podcast explores life in and after fundamentalism. more

Sexvangelicals is a podcast about the sex education the church didn't want you to have, hosted by Julia and Jeremiah, two licensed and certified sex therapists. more

The Sensual Soul Project; Out of Righteous Religion and into the Sensual Soul is a podcast about life beyond religion. It's about asking the hard questions, exploring the infinite shades of gray, and leaning into our ability to hold paradox embracing the both/and vs. the either/or of fundamentalism. I will share my story of overcoming spiritual and emotional abuse as a missionary in Uganda, and the messy road of leaving the church and rediscovering my sense of spirituality. You'll also hear the deeply moving stories of amazing humans who've made their way out of fundamentalism and into the light of their own truth. Get ready to be inspired as I'll be dropping new episodes on Monday of each week.I started this podcast because I want you to know that you are not alone, and I want you to know that it IS possible to transcend your triggers around spirituality and find the deeper meaning that you crave.. I want to share the tools that have helped me to heal my trauma and the deep subconscious caverns of guilt, sexual shame, and self-doubt that persisted for many years after leaving the church.I hope you find inspiration to explore and rediscover your sense of spirituality, and the courage to live your most authentic, vibrantly expressed life! more

Meg & Sarai are former church kids who came of age in 80s and 90s American Evangelicalism - We are Holy Ghosting In each episode, we tackle healing from our youthful experiences and the harm we endured and perpetrated as American Evangelicals, and we laugh, we're sarcastic ladies. We're working to reconstruct a community that gives a shit about our neighbors. Join us as we work to tear down the American foundation of patriarchy and white supremacy and rebuild a better world with equity and equality as Ex-Christians. more

'Surviving Bob Jones University: A Christian Cult' is a limited podcast by Andrew Pledger. The show is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the fundamentalist Christian college BJU, which is located in Greenville, SC. The series covers the history of BJU, the psychology of fundamentalism, the criteria for cults, and survivors experiences. This limited series also features cult experts who offer their opinions on the university. Listen to more stories from BJU on my bi-weekly podcast 'Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Kitchen Table Cult unpacks all the things Kieryn and Eve learned at the kitchen tables of their childhoods in conservative Christian homeschooling families. Every week we take your questions and drill down on various topics about Quiverfull, the Religious Right, and our childhoods in high-demand groups (otherwise known as cults).We're not surprised about the rise of Trump, Christian fascism, or evangelical white women voting for someone like Mike Pence, and we want to take you back through the beginning of it all to explain why. more

Over the last decade, large swaths of evangelicals in the U.S. have embraced an extremist politics that threatens to turn our democracy into a theocracy. Through the eyes of one pastor in Phoenix, WHEN THE WOLVES CAME shows how some evangelicals are banding together to fight back and how their efforts can fit into a bigger movement to defend democracy in the U.S. Hosted by Dr. Ruth Braunstein, When The Wolves Came: Evangelicals Resisting Extremism is a six-part audio documentary launching March 4 that follows this story. About Dr. Braunstein: Ruth Braunstein is an award-winning sociologist who studies religion, politics, and money. She is Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Connecticut, where she leads the Meanings of Democracy Lab, which researches the growing resistance to Christian Nationalism. As part of this work, she created and hosts the audio documentary When the Wolves Came: Evangelicals Resisting Extremism. Her forthcoming book , My Tax Dollars: The Morality of Taxpaying in America , explores how taxpaying has become a moral battleground in public life. WhenTheWolvesCame.org more

Feet of Clay Confessions of the Cult Sisters What's it like to live in a Christian cult commune? How the hell do smart people get brainwashed into crazy beliefs and behaviors?  Tracey & Sharon share their parallel journeys into and out of Last Days Ministries, led by Christian music super-star Keith Green (and later his wife Melody Green).  Plus they interview others who also got out of high-control groups and toxic churches.   Arranged marriages?  Purity culture virgins?  Religious trauma?  Submission of women and misogyny? Child abuse?  Sexual assault?  Power hungry patriarchy?  Heinous homophobia? Christian nationalism and politics?  Yep, we touch on it all.  Hear stories of escaping evangelicalism, surviving spiritual manipulation, deconstructing fundamentalism and so much more!  Former cult sisters, now turned Exvangelical, tell all with humor and healing, compassion and comedy.  Bi-weekly.   more

Thoughts on religion, politics and other topics from an Australian dad who is tall, friendly and an atheist.Find me on Twitter: @tfadpodBlog: https://www.tallfriendlyatheistdad.com/ more

This podcast is a reading of my book 'How to Become a non-Christian,' which you can find on Amazon. It is practical advise for deconstructing Christians that helps them deal with their fears and approach their exodus in a sensible and safe way. more

An informal look at religious apologetics and philosophy from an atheist and naturalist perspective.

Seeking Jesus, confronting injustice Shake the Dust features candid interviews and informed discussions that guide us as we resist the idols of America. www.ktfpress.com more

Born and raised in The Living Word Fellowship, hosts Scott Barker and Charity Navalesi discuss their experiences growing up in this modern day cult, founded by John Robert Stevens in the 1950s. Together they conduct in-depth interviews with other former members and explore the hidden truths of an organization that masqueraded as a non-denominational Christian church for over 70 years, at its peak growing to 100 chapters in 10 countries. more

Welcome to the Thereafter, a place where we explore life on the other side of faith change. We're here to break down the binaries, deconstruct the dualities, and wander through what it looks like to live in the gray. In church, we were told that life after leaving would be a bitter wasteland of unfulfilling hedonism. But we've discovered quite the opposite. There is actually a vibrant community of people on the other side of faith who are finding space for hope and healing. Come along, as we explore the all too often uncharted expanse of evangelicalism, evolving faith, and life thereafter. more

A weekly story-telling comedy podcast looking at the Bible as a wild collection of myths and legends, as told by a queer ex-vangelical to a secular cult survivor.  more

Folks are leaving the church at leaps and bound, and it's because the church is sick. One of our hosts has a saying 'If we can talk about it, we can fix it.' So we are talking about real life issues, that others are sweeping under the rug. more

A podcast about leaving ministry, recovering from being a professional Christian, and finding meaning after a calling. Welcome to the Revcovery Room. more

Exploring theologies that inspire and liberate. Formerly known as Religionless Church.masonmennenga.com

ON GOD'S CAMPUS: Voices from the Queer Underground is a limited series podcast about white Christian supremacy and being queer on the most conservative campuses in the country. Chloe Guillot is your guide and translator through the carefully constructed subculture of religious education, as told through the stories of people from the inside. She is joined by co-hosts Paul Carlos Southwick, a legal expert, historian and former white Christian nationalist who worked for some of the largest anti-LGBTQ+ organizations in the world, and Erin Green, a biblical scholar and campus activist who literally gave voice to the Queer Underground while studying the Bible at two conservative Christian colleges. What you will find here is a roadmap to change from the underbelly of the church's best kept secrets. more

Join George (ex-Mormon) and Micah (ex-Evangelical Christian) as they discuss their journey, along with special guests, through religion and subsequent deconversion. Trigger warning: we discuss topics of abuse, manipulation, and many other sensitive subjects surrounding cult-like and high-demand religions. more

This podcast is a place to collectively share our stories and experiences of leaving high control religion, along with what it's been like for us to find new practices that help us feel good and confident in ourselves. The title is a greeting and an invitation to join the conversation, especially to those of you who thought you were alone on this journey. Welcome to this big, wonderful community! You are good, you are loved, you are worthy.All my love,-MHello Deconstructionists is a Dauntless Media Collective podcast. Visit dauntless.fm for more content. more

Naughty by Nature is a show about finding a god that accepts all of you. Filmmaker, performer, and former-Evangelical Christian, Treen (Katrina Lillian Sorrentino) is on a mission to find humor and wisdom in all our spiritual journeys, whether we're being born again or deconstructing from toxic religious relationships. In this cheeky and subversive series about how to keep the faith, Treen talks with guests about how they processed their religious baggage and carved out a unique spiritual path for themselves. Oh, and God will be there too, played by a different mystery comedian on every episode. To join us on this hilarious ride make sure you follow the show, subscribe to our channel here YouTube.com/@nxnpod, and follow along on Instagram @nxnpod for more goodies!Produced by: https://www.rainbowcreative.cohttps://www.verna.studiohttps://www.treentreen.com more

Hosted by 2 ex-Christians, Phil and Susie, from 2 very different religious backgrounds. We will discuss the flaws with Christian theology. A podcast about the logical, ethical, and emotional flaws in Christianity for both exvangelicals and current believers. more

Andrew Pledger, a cult survivor, hosts 'Speaking Up: Surviving Religions and Cults', a podcast that allows people to share their stories of abuse and religious trauma in various high-control groups. Speaking Up has ended but Andrew has other podcasts like 'Surviving BJU: A Christian Cult' and 'Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism.' - Exvangelical Podcasts, Cult Podcasts, Deconstruction Podcasts - Support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/4ndrewpledger - Linktree: https://andrewpledger.mypixieset.com/links Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Ex-evangelicals Spider and Shelle's guide to life after faith: exposing the lies, telling the truth, and helping people everywhere get and stay unbound from evangelical religion. more