Best Eric Skwarczynski Podcasts (2025)

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Does the Fear of Hell Hold Christians Back from a Spirituality of Love? | Brian Recker 1:02:52

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Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ 🔥 What if the fear of hell has been holding you back from experiencing true spirituality rooted in love? In this thought-provoking interview, Brian Recker (former evangelical pastor and author of Hell Bent: How the Fear of Hell Holds Christians Back from a Spirituality of Love) shares his journey fr…

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EMERGENCY PODCAST: SADIE HAS BEEN RAPTURED 22:37

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The rapture has come. Sadie has been taken up, and Gavi and Eric Skwarczynski have been left below. We must all come to terms with our eternal destination and try to survive as long as we can under the reign of the antichrist and one world government. We will be praying for you all. Now available to patrons: Thank You For Giving To The Pod Subscrib…

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Ep. 248: The Bible Says WHAT??? 1:21:12

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This episode is brought to you by CBDX! Check out their Lights Out Sugar Free THC+CBN Gummies at CBDX.com and use the promo code EDEN at checkout for 20% off your first order! In this episode, we read some questionable and sus bible verses and discuss their meaning. We also discuss the meaning that the fundies take from these verses. We hope you en…

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Reflecting on Charlie Kirk's Death 11:23

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Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ Charlie Kirk’s shocking assassination on September 10, 2025 has sparked outrage, grief, and controversy across social media. As someone who critiques religious fundamentalism, Christian nationalism, and the toxic politics of the religious right, I feel compelled to speak clearly: Charlie Kirk’s deat…

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Pastor Scott Gray Resigns Amid Financial Mismanagement Allegations at Liberty Baptist Church 10:40

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Link to full article: https://open.substack.com/pub/preacherboys/p/pastor-scott-gray-resigns-amid-financial ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: preacherboyspodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys https://www.…

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Ep. 247: Christians are Bad at Predicting the End Times 1:12:06

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In this episode, we discuss a non-exhaustive list of rapture/end times/second coming predictions, their methodology, and what happened after they failed. In our news section, we discuss the changes to the astrological calandar. In our patreon-exclusive news section, we discuss the recent murder of Charlie Kirk. We discuss the results of last week's…

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Trump, Cuomo, and McGregor Prove Sexual Abuse Isn't Enough to Get "Canceled" 9:06

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Link to full original article: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/sure-sexual-abuse-is-bad-but-his ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: preacherboyspodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys https://www.facebook…

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Ep. 246: Eutychus 1:16:08

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This episode is brought to you by CBDX! Visit CBDX.com and use code EDEN at checkout for 20% off your first order and get the sleep you deserve! In this episode, we discuss the biblical story of Eutychus, the young man who fell asleep and fell out of a window while Paul was preaching and was subsequently healed by Paul. We discuss the (sometimes bi…

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Ep. 245: Luanne Joins a Cult on King of the Hill 1:23:33

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In this episode, cult survivor/cult expert Sadie Carpenter reacts to the King of the Hill episode "Fun with Jane and Jane," in which Luanne and Peggy join a cult. This episode is surprisingly accurate, and we can't wait to tell you why! In our news segment, we react to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement! Now available to patrons: Thank You …

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Ep. 244: Youth Group Insanity (Part 2) 1:38:12

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In this episode, we react to listener submitted stories of youth group activities that they participated in. There are some TRULY insane ones in there! In our news segment, we discuss the legacy of the late James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family and the Family Research Council. This week's Patron Poll: Is Twilight a Baseball movie? Vote here!…

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The Myth of Good Christian Parenting | Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis 1:01:52

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Pre-Order a copy of The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families: https://amzn.to/45wKDHn ✖️✖️✖️ Christian parents want to raise godly children, but what happens when popular biblical parenting methods cause more harm than good? The Myth of Good Christian Parenting exposes how the Christian …

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Ep. 243: Spiritual Warfare 1:22:54

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In this episode, Sadie explains the rules of the magic system that governs evangelical beliefs about spiritual warfare. In our news segment, we discuss CREC pastor Doug Wilson's recent exposure as a result of a tweet by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth If you would like to ask a question for us to ask to Amy Duggar King when we interview her next …

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Demonic Cartoons, Wicked Toys, and Other Fundie Fears | Lindsey Williams 1:30:25

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In this episode, my friend Lindsey Williams (Shiny Happy People) joins me to chat about the book that ruined fundamentalist childhoods everywhere – Turmoil in the Toybox by Phil Phillips You can purchase a used copy here if you want to check it out for yourself, and purchases made through the link also support this show! https://amzn.to/4oBXgs0 ✖️✖…

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Ep. 242: 5th Anniversary Celebration! 1:32:46

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We've been doing this show for 5 years! Can you believe it? In today's episode, we each pick 5 favorite episodes from each year of the podcast, and Gavi gives 5 lessons he's learned in the 5 years of doing the show. Sadie also shares her exciting experience having her embroidery featured in Kevin James Thornton's Shamala Hamala art gallery! In our …

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Meet the Atheist Who Reviews Churches for Fun | Jared Smith (Heliocentric) 1:25:56

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Jared Smith is the creative force behind Heliocentric, a one-man metal band exploring themes of religion, faith, and doubt. Raised in a devout Pentecostal home, he studied biblical languages and theology before leaving Christianity to become an outspoken atheist. Through his YouTube series Atheist Church Audits and his music, Jared offers respectfu…

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Do Arizona Clergy Need to Report Sexual Abuse? The Mormon Church Argues "No" 15:46

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A disturbing case exposed how the Mormon Church’s 24/7 legal hotline advised bishops not to report child abuse, citing clergy-penitent privilege under Arizona law. Despite years of abuse, the father wasn’t stopped until law enforcement discovered evidence online. After a judge initially shielded the church from lawsuits, an appeals court reversed t…

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Ep. 241: Youth Group Insanity 1:23:34

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In this episode, we react to our listeners most absurd youth group stories and activities. The fun, the gross, the upsetting, and the downright dangerous. In this week's news segment, we memorialize Ozzy Osbourne. We also discuss the results of last week's poll question, "Do you want to see us do episodes with guests that we disagree with?" This we…

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Darrell Dow | "Stuff Fundies Like" Creator on Using Satire to Expose Fundamentalism 1:18:52

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Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: preacherboyspodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc https://www.instagram.com/preacherboyspod https:/…

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Trump DOJ Moves to Shield Clergy from Mandatory Abuse Reporting Laws 6:07

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Read the full story with links to sources: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/trump-doj-moves-to-shield-clergy ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: preacherboyspodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys https://…

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Ep. 240: Ex-Fundie Therapy With Eric Skwarczynski of Preacher Boys Podcast 1:18:45

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In this episode, Eric Skwarczynski of Preacher Boys Podcast joins us to discuss the mental toll of learning that people who you grew up around are abusers. (CW for discussion of child sexual abuse) In our news segment, we discuss the legacy of John Macarthur and the variety of reactions to his death. We also discuss the results of last week's patro…

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When You Know an Abuser: A Different Kind of Grief (Leaving Eden Podcast Crossover Episode) 58:25

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Go subscribe to my friends over at the Leaving Eden Podcast! https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@leaving_eden⁩ ✖️✖️✖️ Support the mission of the Preacher Boys Podcast and get early access to episodes plus exclusive behind-the-scenes content: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️…

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Her Mother Faces 13 Felonies for Abuse of Children | Hannah St. George 1:31:29

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Support the mission of the Preacher Boys Podcast and get early access to episodes plus exclusive behind-the-scenes content: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: preacherboyspodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys https://www.facebook.…

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Bonus Episode: Shiny Happy People: Teenage Holy War 1:32:52

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In this episode, we discuss the streaming documentary Shiny Happy People: Teenage Holy War, which is available for streaming on Amazon Prime. In this episode we discuss the stories of abuse told by the documentary's contributors, the concept of martyrdom, and the ultimate failure of Ron Luce's "Acquire the Fire," "Teenage Mania," and "Battle Cry" m…

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S3E1: The Meaning You Make from the Message — Superman and Deconstruction 1:56:24

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We're back! After seeing Superman a few times in theaters, Gail and Nate have a bunch of thoughts. Here are some timestamps to help you through the episode if you don't want to listen straight through. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:41:57 - Our feelings on the new Superman movie 00:45:10 - Spoilers start here 01:18:02 - Deconstruction themes in Superman Oh, a…

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Bob Jones University Camp Director ARRESTED 15:38

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UPDATE (July 23, 2025): A Bob Jones University Spokesperson provided the following statement: "We would not send a notification email about alleged conduct especially in a situation when (as here) all of the following things are true: (a) at the time we became aware of the alleged abuse, the employee had already resigned, (b) the police are already…

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Ep. 239: Dave Ramsey is Being Sued for Discrimination 1:03:14

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In this episode, we discuss Dave Ramsey, the basics of his financial advice, and the ongoing lawsuit against his company, Ramsey Solutions, for religious discrimination. We also read two pride stories that we didn't get to during June Subscribe to Leaving Eden Podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4q94gAnsoW2jME4SvVrrQ Join our dis…

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Youth Pastor and Wife Abused Six Child Victims (Plus, Three More Baptist Scandals | July 8-15, 2025) 11:16

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Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ Full article with links to sources: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/youth-pastor-and-wife-abused-six In this video, I break down four major Baptist church scandals from July 8–15, 2025: a Harris Creek Baptist Church pastoral resident arrested for distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM); …

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Ep. 238: Secrets of the 2x2 Church 1:01:50

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In this episode we review the ABC Impact X Nightline documentary "Secrets of the 2X2 Church" Subscribe to Leaving Eden Podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4q94gAnsoW2jME4SvVrrQ Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/aneFkUJu Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodus Bluesky: @leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social @hellyeahsadie.b…

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Exposing Toxic Lies About Masculinity Taught in Church 31:10

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Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ The rise of toxic conservative “alpha male” content I have seen online doesn’t surprise me. And it’s also no surprise that many Gen Z men who consume this type of content are currently finding themselves being drawn to religious communities at a higher rate than women. Many fundamentalist Christian …

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Q&A | Reacting to Satanic Panic Clip, Upcoming Steven Anderson Documentary, and Listener Questions 40:48

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Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ In this special Q&A episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, host Eric Skwarczynski addresses listener questions on a range of topics related to abuse, accountability, and recovery within fundamentalist Christian communities. The episode covers updates on the Steven Anderson case, including ongoing CPS…

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Indianapolis Teacher Charged for Sex with Minor; NC Pastor Arrested for Molesting 13-Year-Old 22:31

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In this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, Eric Skwarczynski highlights three recent stories within Baptist churches: the violent anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric if Sure Foundation Baptist Church, the arrest warrant for teacher Torrie Lemon at Colonial Christian School, and the sexual assault charges against 22-year-old pastor Devin Carroll in North Caroli…

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Ep. 237: Doomerism 1:17:32

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In this episode, we discuss doomerism, its rise in the post-pandemic world, its extreme negative effects on society, and what we can do to help protect ourselves and our friends and family from it without resorting to toxic positivity. Subscribe to Leaving Eden Podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4q94gAnsoW2jME4SvVrrQ Join our di…

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Are Church Camps Harmful? | The Hidden Cost of "Cry Nights," Purity Culture, and Patriarchy 57:57

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In this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, host Eric Schwisinski sits down with Cara Meredith, author of Church Camp: Bad Skits, Cry Night, and How White Evangelicalism Betrayed a Generation. Together, they unpack the formative – and often fraught – world of evangelical church camps. Cara shares insights from her 30 years in camp ministry and he…

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Extremist Indiana Church Calls for LGBTQ+ People to Commit Suicide 18:41

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Watch the full segment from WISH-TV: https://youtu.be/8JwTd7Qw6GA ✖️✖️✖️ Read my Substack coverage: Article 1 – https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/extremist-church-calls-for-lgbtq Article 2 – https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/preacher-calls-for-protestors-to ✖️✖️✖️ During a recent "Men’s Preaching Night" at Sure Foundation Baptist Church in Indi…

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Ep. 236: Leaving Eden Drag Brunch 2025 1:57:32

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Today, we are joined by Dinah House-Fire to discuss Target, Costco, and AI, and to read the last of the pride stories, including Sadie's! Subscribe to Leaving Eden Podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4q94gAnsoW2jME4SvVrrQ Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/aneFkUJu Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodus Bluesky: @le…