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Hello, my name is Mitch. I am an ex-Jehovah’s Witness. I broke free because of the hypocrisy and lies being told to its members. It is a very controlling religious cult, that shuns members no longer in that organization. The largest reason for me breaking away from the Jehovah’s Witness organization is because they hide and protect accused sexual assault perpetrators. I'll talk about it ALL on my podcast. Welcome!
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Religious and cult ideologies often use the practice of shunning to silence their critics and to control their members through fear. This podcast sheds light on shunning through real life stories as told by the people that have lived through it. Learn what their lives were like and where they have ended up in life after being shunned. Featuring stories from Jehovah's Witnesses, Scientology, Amish, Mennonite, FLDS, the Moonies, and more, you will learn about the real lives of former members t ...
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The Critical Thought encourages you to think critically about the teachings of Jehovah's Witnesses. As former members and teachers in this group, we have inside knowledge to help raise public awareness. We understand the psychological tactics the organization uses to attract new members. Our goal isn't to attack the religion, but to share what we've learned about how the group operates. We want to expose the false teachings they use to control their followers. Many members carry a heavy burd ...
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ExJW following the path to truth and exposing fallacies.
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Becoming part of this growing community provides the perfect opportunity to learn valuable life lessons without experiencing the drama. This is a motivational podcast exploring real life issues. After escaping from a high control group, I am sharing my experiences about what it is like living in a world without the mental boundaries that kept me from exploring my dreams, goals and realities. This platform will deliver experiences that help others to overcome personal struggles and showing yo ...
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Ep. 09 (audio only): "After the Mic" - The EXJW Interviews - Nathan
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20:58Send me a text I must say, this was pretty fun! This is my first "After the Mic" series that I began doing for Patreon Members. I offer these free to Tiers 2 & 3 members. In this episode I give you extra information from my interview with Nathan (TikTok - This Way Out. YouTube - ThehelpfulexJW). He told me: "what we do, this is spiritual warfare." …
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Ep. 05 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - ROSE BUNDY REACTION TO COLLEGE NEW LIGHT - EXJW
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1:35:16Welcome Watchtower After Dark with Rose Bundy. In episode 5 Rose reacts to the governing body update #5 for 2025. This "new light": higher education aka college. For decades it's been a huge no-no for them. Rose gives an emotional reaction to it, and gives us a little tea on Mark Sanderson! WatchtowerAfterDark.com Support the show…
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EXJW: Healing Out Loud with Laura Timber - Religious Trauma
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40:42Send us a text Laura X Timber YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@lauraxtimber Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Laura-X-Timber/61566000317102/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraxtimber Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lauraxtimber/ In this heartfelt conversation, Lady Cee and JT sit down with Laura X Timber, a powerful content cre…
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I Stopped Listening to the Governing Nobodies and it Saved my Life (EXJW) Part 3
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29:34send us an email to [email protected] Follow Daria on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/daria.l.ross?igsh=MWQ4cHFrN3Z3bzVseg== In this powerful final part of my 3‑part conversation with Daria, we talk about what happens when you stop letting the Governing Body control your choices—and start taking ownership of your health and your life.…
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Ep. 09 (audio only): The EXJW Interviews - Nathan (This Way Out)
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1:34:53Send me a text This is a very special episode for me. As I began to wake up and began to grasp what the Jehovah's Witness cult has been doing for decades, this gentleman was one of the ones I learned a lot from. His videos on TikTok and YouTube are hard-hitting, transparent, truthful, and factual. I'm talking about my dear friend Nathan, or as we c…
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(audio only) Jehovah's Witnesses & Higher Education & Careers - ExJDub - The EXJW Network
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10:19Send me a text I've had to wait a week from the update # 5 of the governing body of Jehovah's Witnesses to say something. Their bullshit for decades has screwed with the lives, livelihood, and mental wellbeing of Jehovah's Witnesses from around the world. Now I'm going to speak on it! Support the show…
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Ep. 07 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - DARK AND SCARY JEHOVAH'S WITNESS STUFF - ROSE BUNDY
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1:31:29Send me a text When I text Ms. Rose Bundy and ask what the show will be about today, and she replies with, "it's a surprise", I know she is on her bullshit! LOL! Prepare for a walk on the DARKSIDE in episode 7 of Watchtower After Dark. From Free Masons, to witchcraft, to tarot card readings (WTF), it's in here! Of course with the normal bullshittin…
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Ep. 07 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - DARK AND SCARY JEHOVAH'S WITNESS STUFF - ROSE BUNDY
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1:31:29When I text Ms. Rose Bundy and ask what the show will be about today, and she replies with, "it's a surprise", I know she is on her bullshit! LOL! Prepare for a walk on the DARKSIDE in episode 7 of Watchtower After Dark. From Free Masons, to witchcraft, to tarot card readings (WTF), it's in here! Of course with the normal bullshitting shenanigans f…
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Ep. 06 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - DATING AS A JEHOVAH'S WITNESS - ROSE BUNDY
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1:23:42Welcome to episode of Watchtower After Dark with Rose Bundy & Mitch. On today's episode Rose dives deep into Jehovah's Witnesses and dating, and getting married at an early age. It's a perfect formula for grooming. Welcome to the dark side! Support the showBy Smurf Girl & Mitch
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Ep. 08 (audio only): The ex-Jehovah's Witness Interviews - Phoenix
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1:30:31Send me a text What a special treat I have for you in this episode of my EXJW Interviews. Meet Phoenix. He is similar to me in that he too was born into the Jehovah's Witness cult. He was also ALL in, doing a lot for the congregation from a young age. But guess what? He became an ELDER! So you guessed it, I pick his brain so he can begin to give yo…
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Ep. 17 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - DATING AS A JEHOVAH'S WITNESS - ROSE BUNDY
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1:23:42Send me a text Welcome to episode of Watchtower After Dark with Rose Bundy & Mitch. On today's episode Rose dives deep into Jehovah's Witnesses and dating, and getting married at an early age. It's a perfect formula for grooming. Welcome to the dark side! Support the showBy Mitch - ExJDub
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206 - Hidden From Her Father, Coerced To Let Her Own Son Die, Vicki Escapes Jehovah's Witnesses
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1:47:48In this episode you’ll meet Vicki as she shares her deeply personal experiences growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and the profound impact it had on her life. Vicki recounts how her mother’s fervent dedication to the faith led to Vicki’s childhood being manipulated and controlled, including being hidden from her biological father and enduring…
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Ep. 16 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - ROSE BUNDY REACTION TO COLLEGE NEW LIGHT - EXJW
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1:35:16Send me a text Welcome Watchtower After Dark with Rose Bundy. In episode 5 Rose reacts to the governing body update #5 for 2025. This "new light": higher education aka college. For decades it's been a huge no-no for them. Rose gives an emotional reaction to it, and gives us a little tea on Mark Sanderson! WatchtowerAfterDark.com Support the show…
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Ep. 15 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - SHE'S BACK! ROSE BUNDY aka SMURF GIRL IS BACK - EXJW
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1:18:54Send me a text After a long hiatus, and reclaiming what's rightfully hers, Rose Bundy is back telling it like it is ONLY on Watchtower After Dark! Join her Tuesdays and Fridays with her newly apostate sidekick ExJDub Mitch. See what type of trouble they can get into as they talk about politics, entertainment, love, and healing after leaving the Jeh…
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Ep. 04 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - SHE'S BACK! ROSE BUNDY aka SMURF GIRL IS BACK - EXJW
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1:18:54After a long hiatus, and reclaiming what's rightfully hers, Rose Bundy is back telling it like it is ONLY on Watchtower After Dark! Join her Tuesdays and Fridays with her newly apostate sidekick ExJDub Mitch. See what type of trouble they can get into as they talk about politics, entertainment, love, and healing after leaving the Jehovah's Witness …
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Ep. 03 (audio only) - WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - UNCLE TONY MORRIS EXCLUSIVE w/SMURF GIRL & MITCH
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1:39:21What an effin treat we have for you on this episode. None other than our beloved Uncle Tony Morris drops in for an EXCLUSIVE interview with ExJDub (Mitch) while Smurf Girl was out buying them more liquor. Find out where he's been, why he got the BOOT from the rest of the governing body of Jehovah's Witnesses, and much more! After the hosts give Unc…
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Ep. 02 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK - Smurf Girl aka Rose Bundy Interviews ExJDub (Mitch)
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1:14:43In episode 2 on Watchtower After Dark Smurf Girl aka Rose Bundy interviews Mitch to see how much he was involved with the Jehovah's Witness cult, something that bothered him a great deal, when he left, and his involvement with apostates before he left. Of course, it wouldn't be a normal episode if Smurf Girl and Mitch didn't pick on the governing b…
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Ep. 01 (audio only): WATCHTOWER AFTER DARK with Rose Bundy aka Smurf Girl & Papa Mitch
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1:01:28Hello, and welcome to the first episode of our show! Smurf Girl and Papa Mitch have very extensive knowledge of the Jehovah's Witness Cult from being members for years. Now, both ex-members of that high control cult shed light upon many of the dark hidden secrets of that "religion". In the first episode Mitch interviews Rose to add a little insight…
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Ep. 14: The EXJW Network Show Ep. 03 - UNCLE TONY MORRIS EXCLUSIVE w/SMURF GIRL & MITCH
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1:39:21Send me a text What an effin treat we have for you on this episode. None other than our beloved Uncle Tony Morris drops in for an EXCLUSIVE interview with Mitch while Smurf Girl was out buying them more liquor. Find out where he's been, why he got the BOOT from the rest of the governing body of Jehovah's Witnesses, and much more! After the hosts gi…
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Send me a text Everyone meet my friend Jeron! He's a real one. Like me he speaks his truth, unafraid and raw. Enjoy as he explains his time in the Jehovah's Witness religion, how he went inactive a couple of times, and when he awakened during his time disfellowshipped. His life took an interesting turn during this time period that is best explained…
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An Ex Elder’s Mental Health Struggle THE TRUTH Behind the Smile
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45:36Send us a text May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in this powerful episode, we revisit the story of Tony — a former elder and third-generation Jehovah’s Witness — as he opens up about the emotional and psychological impact of growing up in the organization. Tony shares how guilt, fear, and pressure to “perform spiritually” affected his menta…
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How He Discovered the Jehovah's Witness Brotherhood Was a Sham
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56:59Send us a text 🔁 Throwback Thursday – Back by RequestA viewer recently commented:“I’m not sure why I’m just now seeing this video in 2025. I really enjoyed it.” ❤️ That reminded us why this conversation with Gary Alt is still one of the most powerful interviews we’ve shared. In this episode, Gary — a former elder, Bethelite, and now a life coach — …
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Silenced No More – Speaking Up in the Jehovah’s Witness Congregation (Part 2)
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39:27send us an email to [email protected] Follow Daria on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/daria.l.ross?igsh=MWQ4cHFrN3Z3bzVseg== In Part 2 of my conversation with Daria, we talk about what happens when you find your voice in a high-control group — and what it costs to use it. From speaking her mind to challenging silence in the congregati…
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Jehovah's Witness Elder's Deathbed Confession & Facebook Obituary
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37:38send us an email to [email protected] In her first interview on our sister channel EXJW Critical Thinker, Gail shared the heartbreaking story of her father’s deathbed confession after serving as a Jehovah’s Witness elder for decades. In this Hidden Struggles follow-up, Gail returns to reveal what happened next — how her mother cut her off…
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Fran & Joe Are Thriving in their 70's After Leaving the Jehovah’s Witnesses
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53:15send us an email to [email protected] Contact Joe & Fran: YouTube channel Joe and Fran every Wednesday, 7 pm est. https://www.youtube.com/@UCVJ8KInz-MesI345Frv_aqw Phone: 315-221-0130 Email [email protected] Fran and Joe left the Jehovah’s Witness organization in their 70s — proving that courage has no age limit. Nearly four years af…
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1-800-Heavenn (Access Denied) - Jehovah's Witnesses Version of Salvation
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10:33Send us a text Episode uploaded from April 18, 2025 This week, millions of Christians reflect on Jesus — especially during the Easter season. But for Jehovah’s Witnesses, that relationship is framed in a very different way. In this episode of The Critical Thought, we illustrate how that belief system actually works — through a unique skit, a real-l…
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Breaking Free – Life After Leaving Jehovah’s Witnesses (Part 1)
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15:25send us an email to [email protected] Follow Daria on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/daria.l.ross?igsh=MWQ4cHFrN3Z3bzVseg== In the first conversation of my three-part series with Daria, we talk about what it was like growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, the pressure to conform, and the moment she realized she needed to walk away…
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EXJW Testimony: How the Watchtower Fueled My Addiction
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43:49send us an email to [email protected] In this raw and unfiltered interview, Deanna June opens up about life after leaving the Jehovah’s Witnesses — including her battle with addiction, bipolar disorder, and the emotional cost of being shunned. 🎙️ If you’re struggling to rebuild after religious trauma, this conversation is for you. 💬 Need …
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Ep. 06: The EXJW Interviews: Selina (LGBTQIA+ Episode)
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1:15:46Send me a text Wow, this turned out to be a truly great episode! Earlier in the week I put out a call on social media that I wanted to find EXJW's that lived within the LGBTQIA+ community now. The first amazing individual to reach out to me was Selina. Selina story moved me, in fact I had to fight back tears a couple of times as I listened. Selina …
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Ep. 13: The EXJW Network Show Ep. 02 - Smurf Girl aka Rose Bundy Interviews Mitch
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1:14:43Send me a text In episode 2 on The EXJW Network Show Smurf Girl aka Rose Bundy interviews Mitch to see how much he was involved with the Jehovah's Witness cult, something that bothered him a great deal, when he left, and his involvement with apostates before he left. Of course, it wouldn't be a normal episode if Smurf Girl and Mitch didn't pick on …
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Ep. 05: The EXJW Interviews: Delores
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1:20:55Send me a text Hello EXJW Fam! Meet Delores. She and I met on one of my social media accounts, and she is also a member of my private EXJW group on Facebook. She has been out of the Jehovah's Witness cult for 22 years now. She expressed interest in sharing her story on my podcast. She told me that this would be the FIRST time that she openly talked…
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Send me a text Something that the spirit has impelled me to speak on today is narcissistic behavior within the Jehovah's Witness cult, especially the majority of elders. That organization is a breeding ground to foster those types of personalities. Let's talk about it! #JehovahsWitnessNarcissists #narcissists #JehovahsWitnesses #JehovahsWitnessElde…
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Ep. 11: Invitation to visit THEEXJWNETWORK.ORG
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4:50Send me a text I am very pleased to announce my new website. It is a community for EXJW's with a private conversation forum. Please take a look: www.theexjwnetwork.org Thank you very much, I appreciate you all. #EXJW #exJehovahsWitness #exJehovahsWitnessSupport #theexjwnetwork Support the showBy Mitch - ExJDub
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Ep. 04: The EXJW Interviews: Rose aka EXJW Smurf Girl
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1:01:28Send me a text This was quite the episode to record! I met Rose online after I began my deconstruction after I left the Jehovah's Witness cult. Wow! She has quite a story to tell. So much so that as we talked I told her that all the information she was telling could not fit into one episode. So yeah, we'll be recording numerous segments diving into…
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Send me a text As The EXJW Interviews continue, I introduce to you Marla. As I began my deconstruction I slowly began watching different EXJW's videos and listening to their stories. After being in the Jehovah's Witness cult for so long and basically being brainwashed, Marla is one of the first individuals that opened my eyes to the dark and wicked…
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Ep. 02: The EXJW Interviews: Chelle (my wife)
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1:10:40Send me a text This marks another special interview for me. This episode my guess is none other than my wife Chelle, aka Mrs. ExJDub online! We have been excited to put this together for my listeners and viewers. I give my perspective of being born and raised in the Jehovah's Witness cult. Chelle offers the perspective from someone that joined as a…
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Ep. 01: The EXJW Interviews: Shante' (our daughter)
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58:20Send me a text This is the first EXJW interview I'm doing, and I'm very excited because it is with my princess, Shante'. She left the high-control Jehovah's Witness cult as well. We talk about life in the cult, and deconstructing our minds. This episode is great for parents with children, and also great for teens trying to navigate their identity a…
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Ep. 10: Questions from Listeners: #2
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1:19:23Send me a text I'm excited to bring you my second segment, called Questions from Listeners. On this episode I answer: Does having facial hair change how one worships? What part of the Jehovah's Witness religion do I agree with, and are they any parts that you miss? What is the process when being appointed ministerial servant, or elder? Do you think…
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Ep. 09: Questions from Listeners: #1
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1:29:20Send me a text I'm excited to bring you my first of many segments called: Questions from Listeners. On this episode I answer: What is the meaning of new light? What can I have faith in, if not God or religion? How are relationships in the JW world (family and romantic)? What do you know about JW organization in the stock market, especially military…
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Ep. 08: New Premium+ Episode Subscription!
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12:30Send me a text Want the real deal about being a Jehovah's Witness for over 50 years? The real deal, straight NO chaser type of info? Then you will want to listen to this episode to see what I'm offering my loyal listeners. Subscription: linktr.ee/mitchexjdub Support the showBy Mitch - ExJDub
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Send me a text What do you do if you're a group of false prophets over a doomsday cult, and you have to keep changing your doctrines or rules? You blame God for changing, and give it the warm and fuzzy name: NEW LIGHT! What is really going on? Does that raise any doubts and questions in you? Well, it should! #EXJW #exJehovahsWitnesses #exJehovahsWi…
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Ep. 06: Why I Am No Longer A Jehovah's Witness
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56:24Send me a text I have explained my stance about why I chose to NOT be a Jehovah's Witness any longer. In this episode I go a little deeper as to why. Hopefully I can wake a few more JW's up so they flee that cult! #EXJW #exJehovahsWitness #exJehovahsWitnessSupport #jw #jehovahswitness #SouthAmerica #Brazil #Brasil #Peru #CostaRica #Argentina #Boliv…
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Send me a text My podcast is growing fast! I am lining up people to interview to bring value to my content. I am also being asked to appear on other free thinkers podcasts and live streams. I want to create a proper studio in our house. Right now I record with a minimal amount of equipment on our dining room table. Not ideal, LOL. I am attaching my…
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Ep. 05: Watchtower Bible & Tract Society - Big Business
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22:48Send me a text The Jehovah's Witness old brand is what I called a religion wrapped around a publishing company. Tracts, brochures, magazines, books, and bound volumes. The flock needed spiritual food, and this publishing giant wanted to provide it, for a fee! Support the showBy Mitch - ExJDub
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Ep. 03: The Main Reason I Left the Jehovah's Witness Cult
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1:04:11Send me a text I have numerous reasons I have that I stopped being a Jehovah’s Witness. I have videos on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram listing them. However, the main, absolute, number one reason: the organization-wide cover-up of CSA within the Jehovah’s Witness organization, worldwide. Truly sickening and horrendous. Please listen, like, and SHA…
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Send me a text Many of us as kids growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness may have felt pressure, or coercion to get baptized. I didn't necessarily feel that way, and in this episode will share a little insight as to how it was that I grew up being a witness kid, and elder's son. #exjw #exjehovahswitness #jw #jworg #excultmember Support the show…
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