Deadly Faith is a true crime podcast that explores the world where religion and crime collide. The world in which some people take their religious beliefs a tad too far. Maybe they hide their evil behind their 'Man of God' persona. Maybe they start a cult, commit murder, or even believe they're the second coming of Jesus Christ himself. It's not a world full of sunshine and rainbows, but it's a world that needs to be explored. That's where Laci and Lola come in. So get ready for some deep di ...
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Religious Deconstruction Podcasts
A monthly podcast featuring informative and diverse voices exploring contemporary topics ranging from religious deconstruction, anti-racism, and sexuality to holy texts, labour unions, and artificial intelligence.
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Welcome to Beyond the Surface, where being seen means being understood. Here, we explore the ups and downs of exploring and sometimes losing faith and community, and the healing power of shared stories. This is a safe space to connect, share, and find support in our common experiences of religious trauma and leaving fundamental communities. Join us as we build a community of understanding and connection. Host - Sam Sellers; Therapist specialising in Religious Trauma and the Queer Community L ...
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The Heathen: There & Back Again Interviews, comedy, music, story-telling
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At the Ask More Questions show, we talk about religious deconstruction, skepticism, critical thinking, life after religion, or anything else that requires a deep dive and a reason to Ask More Questions.
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The Exodus Brothers discuss growing up in Evangelical Christianity, their eventual deconstruction from religion, issues with the Bible and their journey towards healing.
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For more than 15 years Nomad Podcast has been hosting conversations with theologians, activists and contemplatives from across the Christian spectrum and beyond. Reflecting on our evangelical heritage we explore the possibilities of a more inclusive, generous and hopeful faith.
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Soul Searching Girl Coaching is a podcast about healing old wounds, building self trust and embracing who you are becoming. Together we explore what it means to step out of religious trauma, patriarchy and good girl conditioning and return to who you have always been, before the rules, before the silencing, before the doubt. This messy middle, the in between, where healing takes root, boundaries are built and self trust is reclaimed. Here you will find the courage to come home to yourself. C ...
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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 “Favori ...
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When Buddha was asked whether he is a man or a god, he replied, simply, “I am awake.” 🪷 Ready to join the 💗𝗿𝗘𝗩𝗢𝗟𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻?™ 👉 https://tantric.myflodesk.com Energy awareness is the solution to most - if not all - of the problems we currently face, both as individuals and as a society. Each Tantric Tuesday™, we explore topics related to self-improvement, self-empowerment, relationships, human sexuality, meditation, magick, religious deconstruction, and how to de-program from outdated colonialist p ...
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Conversations with the Artists, Authors, Activists, and Change-Makers Who Are Shaping Our World Today.
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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.
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Brainwash Be Gone! | Break free of religious trauma as women leaving high demand religions [Deconstruction of spiritual abuse for Exvangelicals, Exmormons, Recovering Catholics, Former Jehovah’s Witnesses ...
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A podcast for women who’ve left high control, high demand religions. In every 15min episode, we deconstruct one specific rule you were taught, so you can let go of the harmful conditioning and live an amazing life on your own terms. Overcome spiritual abuse and religious trauma! Episodes drop on Sundays and Wednesdays. If you’ve quit a high control group, high demand religion, or cult after suffering spiritual abuse and religious trauma, then YOU know, just like I know, how super frustrating ...
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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 ...
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Whether you're new to Christianity, curious about Jesus, or navigating spiritual deconstruction, The Not Yet Christian Podcast offers real, relatable conversations about faith, emotional healing, and spiritual growth. Hosted by Jennie D, who found faith through life's hardest moments, this podcast creates a safe, judgment-free space to explore your relationship with God—without pressure, perfection, or religious performance. Not Yet Christian is raw, honest, and encouraging—created for anyon ...
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Non-religious conversations about life, love and God. Past guests include Wm. Paul Young, Brian Zahnd, Lisa Sharon Harper, Kim Walker-Smith, Priscilla Shirer, Bradley Jersak and many more.
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Part late-night radio show, part atheist variety hour for the spiritually curious, There Is No God And We’re All Gonna Die follows queer musician Daniel Cartier as he dives into life, death, and the messy meaning in between — with listener questions, original music, and a lot of radical honesty. Whether you're a skeptic, seeker, believer, or just passing through, you're welcome here.
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Bold Unedited Discussions on Psychology, Philosophy, Therapy, and Change. Entertaining and informative talks explore psychology and philosophy with a variety of guests including authors, doctors, healers, professors, therapists, scientists and more. We delve into everything from modern therapeutic techniques to ancient wisdom practices, offering practical and unique approaches to living a vibrant life. Host Paul Krauss, MA LPC, draws on his unique background – from a rural motel childhood to ...
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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 T ...
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Faith, hops and love. Beer Christianity is a progressive Christian podcast that blends faith, politics and culture with pub chat. Interviews with thinkers, artists and theologians. Honest, authentic discussions of theology and society. Almost no real understanding of beer. Expect all this and a bunch of laughs as we try to deconstruct, reconstruct and unf*ck our Christianity with fear, trembling and a couple of drinks. Pour a pint, put your feet up and listen your way into a different kind o ...
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The Liturgical Rebels podcast is for spiritual seekers who no longer feel comfortable with a traditional approach to Christian religious observances. It empowers followers of Jesus to creatively reconstruct their faith and spiritual practices. Through conversation with groundbreaking practitioners from around the world who think creatively about new approaches to spirituality, we will emphasize the sacredness of all things and uncover ways in which God speaks to us through nature and creativ ...
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Another Look Podcast is a podcast where we discuss our splinters and planks of wood in the American church. The purpose of this podcast is to have frank and honest dialogue about the role of the church and the role of the believer in America today. Our goal is to take "another look" at who we are and realign our spirits properly. It will hurt initially but the end result will always be a beautiful masterpiece in the Potter's hands.
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Many children born in the late 1970s to the present day have found themselves influenced by Dr James Dobson founder of Focus on the Family. James Dobson equated child rearing to training dogs, his harmful abusive training techniques raised a generation of children. We would like to speak up.
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Each week, join us on an adventure as we deconstruct that week’s parasha, exploring new insights and meaning in the Torah. Hosted by Simon Eder and sponsored by the Louis Jacobs Foundation, Jewish Quest aims to honour the statement of R' Jacobs z"l who said: 'The quest for Torah is itself Torah.' Welcome to that Quest. Find out more about our work at louisjacobs.org
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A Thoughtful Deconstruction of Mormonism
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Two ex-Mormon women in their 20's. Both queer. Both divorced. Both ready to share the ins-and-outs of Mormonism and what it's like to leave.
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We are a father-daughter duo based in East Tennessee. Michael Napier is a Pastor of a small local church for the last 30+ years and he holds a Doctorate of Biblical Studies. Sarah Napier works for corporate America by day and has devoted the majority of her life to ministry. With humor, honesty, and a mutual respect for each other’s perspectives, we will navigate through controversial topics, learn of different religious beliefs, and challenge listeners to reconsider their own convictions. J ...
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Walking the path of religious deconstruction.
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Conversations with regular people about their deconstruction experiences, leaving toxic religious groups, and what comes next. Maple syrup-flavoured discussions about how authoritarian religion manifests in the Canadian space. Episodes release biweekly on Wednesdays.
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Your two favorite ex-mormon apostates take you on a comedic exploration and analysis of new and old religious fundamentalism. Every week they examine hot-button issues like shame, sexuality, purity culture, and misogyny from a post-religious lens. Come and join the affirming and inclusive space for everyone navigating deconstruction, religion, society, and culture.
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A podcast for wanderers, doubters, and seekers exploring progressive Christianity, deconstruction, and the radical grace of God. Slutty Grace dives into universal love, spiritual freedom, and inclusive faith—where grace is reckless, scandalous, and for everyone. Honest reflections, bold questions, and the wild, untamed beauty of divine love. Contact me to be a guest or have me as a guest on your show. Slutty Grace exists to name what polite religion cannot: that God’s love is wild, untamed, ...
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Be Where You Are - Be Who You Are - Be at Peace
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Addie Zierman grew up “on fire” for God in the ‘90s, in the era of WWJD bracelets, Acquire the Fire youth conferences, and “I Kissed Dating Goodbye,” embracing the us-versus-them evangelical Christian faith she’d inherited … until the fire went out. This full-cast, four-part audio drama podcast was created by Lizzie Goldsmith, and is based on the 2013 book “When We Were on Fire: A Memoir of Consuming Faith, Tangled Love, and Starting Over” by Addie Zierman. It’s a funny, heartbreaking, deepl ...
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Flaws of Attraction is a podcast for those reckoning with adverse religious experiences and reclaiming one’s individual spiritual autonomy/agency through the exploration of different healing modalities. In this podcast, we'll discuss deconstruction from religious systems, healing from purity culture, manifestation, health and wellness, and integrating psychology practises into our lives. Let's journey into the wild west of wellness together by having insightful and critical conversations on ...
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Two Sisters. Too opinionated. Zero Clue. We’re Carly and Cindy, and we were raised to be obedient, modest, and quiet. Instead, we got divorced, left the Mormon church, and started a podcast. Messy Genes is where we unpack everything from religious deconstruction to dating after 7-20 years of marriage—with a lot of sarcasm, sister banter, and oversharing along the way. If you've ever been labeled “too much,” “too loud,” or just plain “too messy,” you're in the right place. Grab a drink and jo ...
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Every episode Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan is joined by a different guest to discuss and deconstruct two seemingly oppositional ideas (innocent/guilty, radical/moderate, secular/religious etc). In doing this we consider if things are really so simple, or if seemingly commonsensical binaries actually hides, obscures or allows for much more complicated political dynamics.
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"Unconditioning Love" invites you on an insightful expedition led by your host, Lydia, delving deep into the transformational journey of deconstruction, unraveling the conditions we often put on love. Journey alongside us as we uncover tales of resilience, featuring candid conversations with members of the LGBTQ community, individuals who have discovered love after navigating narcissistic relationships, and courageous souls who have left high control religions. Together, let's peel back the ...
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Dive into the profound world of Faithful Politics, a compelling podcast where the spheres of faith and politics converge in meaningful dialogues. Guided by Pastor Josh Burtram (Faithful Host) and Will Wright (Political Host), this unique platform invites listeners to delve into the complex impact of political choices on both the faithful and faithless. Join our hosts, Josh and Will, as they engage with world-renowned experts, scholars, theologians, politicians, journalists, and ordinary folk ...
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There are lots of podcasts and articles about why so many people are leaving religion, but a more interesting question to ask is why people stay, especially those who have been judged, shamed, demonized, or abused by their religious communities. In Why I Stay, we tell stories of faithfulness in the face of judgement, hurt, and betrayal.
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Bible, Bravery, & Bulls#!t: A No BS Guide to Deconstruction, Progressive Christianity, & Life After Evangelicalism with Dan Minor
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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 ...
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Mindful Minds is a podcast that centers on learning how to be mindful of important topics. Hosted by Serafina, join us as we learn how to be more mindful together.
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Backslider Diaries is a raw, honest, and sometimes darkly funny podcast about growing up Pentecostal — and breaking away. Hosted by two preacher’s kids, this show dives into the stories of religious trauma, bizarre church experiences, and life inside (and outside) the world of Pentecostalism. From cult-like control to personal liberation, they unpack the strange, the spiritual, and the scars — while also exploring other corners of religious culture and cults and the wider world through the l ...
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Spirituality Matters with Rev Karla is a podcast for the spiritual-but-not-religious. Rev Karla is an ordained interfaith minister, a writer, and a spiritual teacher and mentor. She explores topics from healing religious trauma and helping individuals explore, embrace, and expand their spiritual-but-not-religious journeys, while connecting to the Divine through sacred soul work. For more resources and support along your spiritual journey → https://www.revkarla.com
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The Love Cast with Jamal is a bi-weekly podcast show by author & life coach Jamal Jivanjee that will examine topics, as well as conduct informative interviews, related to consciousness, relationships, spirituality, personal empowerment, mental health, religious deconstruction, etc...
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Am I Still a Good Person After Leaving Religion? Heal Spiritual Abuse, Trauma, and Shame from High Demand Religion
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After you left your high-control group, do you secretly worry that leaving may have made you a 'bad' person? Spiritual abuse, religious trauma, and shame from high demand religions can impact our lives long after leaving. This episode speaks to that lingering fear by separating your personal morality from church attendance, so you can stop second-g…
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"Religious Trauma and Deconstruction" | Rev Frank Hart | 10-05-25
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Ever noticed how many people have been walking away from church? Pastors. Musicians. Friends. Maybe even your kids. Maybe even you. Here's the truth—people don't usually leave because they stopped believing. They leave because they've been hurt. By hypocrisy. By spiritual abuse. By a version of Christianity that forgot the Gospel isn't "try harder"…
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Reinventing Protestant Germany: Dr. Brandon Bloch on the Church’s Role in Nazi and Post-Nazi Eras
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Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: [email protected] In this episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram speak with Dr. Brandon Bloch, historian and assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, about his groundbreaking book Reinventing Protestant…
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Why the Witches Were Silenced and How to Reclaim Your Power
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The witch hunts weren't just about superstition - they were a systematic erasure of feminine wisdom, power, and the Goddess herself. Ready to join the 💗𝗿𝗘𝗩𝗢𝗟𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻?™ 👉 https://tantric.myflodesk.com In this Samhain special, we explore how the Inquisitions and Salem witch trials targeted 'wise women' and 'clever folk,' how patriarchal religion rewrote…
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Why am I giving my book away for free? I’ve been a writer my whole life, but this book—The Gospel of Zip—is different. It’s about my dog, Zip. It’s about my fifty-six-year relationship with my wife, Genie. It’s about what I’ve learned really matters: love, caregiving, family, friendship. In a world that feels more divided than ever, I wanted to off…
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Dr. Clint Heacock: Escaping Bill Gothard, Faith Deconstruction & Rebuilding Spiritual Integrity
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Dr. Clint Heacock spent decades pursuing the “victorious Christian life” promised by Bill Gothard and conservative Christianity. Instead, he witnessed spiritual control, family harm, and the failure of authoritarian religion. In this conversation, Clint shares: Growing up in Gothard-influenced Christianity His journey through Bible college, ministr…
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BONUS SHOW: Terms Other than "Christian" with Guest Host Jeremy Steele
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It's Bonus Show time and Jeremy Steele is here to help Matthew queer-up the Heretic Happy Hour. Plus, a text from the hotline and what terms we use other than "Christian." If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, you can email Matthew at [email protected]…
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Back from the Dead — A Gay, Liberal, Atheist Says Hello (Again)
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I’m back, after a month rest. This week, I’m keeping it honest. Sometimes life feels heavy, and I just needed to talk about it. ⚠️ Trigger warning: I talk a bit about depression and my lifelong struggle with suicidal ideation in this episode. It’s not all gloom, but I feel it’s my responsibility to warn people in case that’s triggering. Luckily, th…
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Life isn't supposed to be easy, it is supposed to be yours. This week, we are continuing the conversation from last week's episode, Trusting Yourself, Again. We talked about taking small steps toward the life you actually want. In this episode, we go a little deeper, because no matter what you choose, there is going to be some kind of hard. It is h…
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The Cult Survivor Who Wont Be Silenced
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In this powerful episode, Cheryl shares her courageous journey of escaping the Exclusive Brethren, a high-control religious community marked by isolation and fear. Born into a life defined by strict rules and emotional repression, Cheryl recounts her childhood in rural Saskatchewan, revealing experiences of sexual abuse, indoctrination, and deep ps…
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I Don't Get Anything Out of It: Rethinking Why We Go to Church
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Use BOLDFAITH for 20% off at wearyourjesus.com This episode takes on one of the most common reasons people stop going to church: "I don't get anything out of it." Many walk through the doors expecting to be filled, inspired, or entertained—only to leave feeling unchanged. But what if church was never meant to be about what we get? Drawing from Phil…
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Bonus: The Importance of Swear Words, Vulnerability, and Learning To Say What You Need
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It took an incredible amount of vulnerability for Addie Zierman to write about her hardest year — and to revisit it now. Addie is joined by Lizzie Goldsmith and voice actor Aria Sivick to talk about how she got to that place … and how she made it through. Plus, the role of swearing in this story, being a pick-me girl, and what it’s like portraying …
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Let’s talk about God! Our favorite subject… Or is it?? It would be—or could be—if we hadn’t been lied to about God. Well, our job at FreedHearts is to make you feel better about God — or have no feelings about God, that’s fine. But what we DON’T want is for you to have bad feelings about God because they’re usually connected to bad feelings about y…
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Purity Culture and Intimate Partner Violence
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Andrew flips the script and interviews his co-host, Dr. Laura Anderson, for a raw and honest conversation about growing up in purity culture, how it shaped her relationships and self-worth, and what it took to heal after surviving domestic violence. They talk about the messy mix of high-control religion, gender roles, shame, and the long (and somet…
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Becoming the Mom I Needed: Parenting beyond fear and religion, with Nadyia Horning
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How do you raise children with love when you were raised with fear? In this episode of Slutty Grace, Jeromy Johnson talks with Nadyia Horning—a mother, advocate, and survivor of fundamentalist religion—about what it means to break the generational chains of fear and raise children with love instead of control. Nadyia shares her story of growing up …
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#254: Jesus Washing Charlie Kirk with Matthew Boedy and D.T. Bryant (with Guest Host Stuart Delony)
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In this week's main episode, Matthew is joined by guest host Stuart Delony of the Snarky Faith podcast, as well as authors Matthew Boedy and D.T. Bryant to talk about the Jesus-washing of Charlie Kirk. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, you can emai…
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Episode 99: Arne Cheyenne Johnson | The Devil Made Me Do It Trial
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In 1981, a small Connecticut town became the epicenter of one of the most chilling legal battles in American history. When Arne Cheyenne Johnson brutally murdered his landlord, he claimed something no U.S. courtroom had ever heard before—the Devil made him do it. Trigger Warnings: Murder Demon Possession Exorcism Religious Trauma Alcohol Abuse Dead…
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Ilana Trachtman: The Filmmaker Reviving Forgotten Civil Rights History
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Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: [email protected] In this episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram speak with Ilana Trachtman, an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, about her newest documentary, Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round. The film uncovers the little-k…
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What if trusting yourself didn't have to be complicated? What if it could begin with one small promise kept, one quiet choice that builds confidence from the inside out? In this episode of Soul Searching Girl, we will redefine what self trust really means and how to build it, one gentle action (and thought) at a time. It is simpler than you think a…
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Deconstructing “Submit to Your Husband” | Women’s empowerment as an antidote to spiritual abuse after leaving high-demand religions
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Have you ever been told to “submit to your husband”? This episode of Brainwash Be Gone unpacks one of the most damaging and normalized teachings from high-control, high demand religions and reveals how it impacts women’s autonomy, self-worth, and relationships even after leaving religion. If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, self-censorsh…
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"Not Today, Pastor Pushy" (Acts 19:1–7) Ever been told you're "not spiritual enough"? That you just need to feel it more, cry harder, or speak in tongues to prove you've got the Holy Spirit? Yeah… same. This week's message by Pastor Frank is about what it really means to be baptized in the name of Jesus— and how the Holy Spirit isn't something you …
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What if sin isn’t a tally of private failings, but a way to see how our choices shape each other’s lives? We open the door to a deeper, more human conversation with two guides who’ve lived it from different sides: Pam Rocker, a queer playwright and activist working at the intersection of faith, belonging, and justice; and David Sweet, a retired hom…
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David Daley on Unrigging American Democracy and the Hidden Power of Gerrymandering
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Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: [email protected] In this eye-opening episode of Faithful Politics, Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram sit down with journalist and election reform advocate David Daley to unpack one of the most misunderstood forces shaping American politics—gerrymander…
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Failure, No Kings, and a New American Dream: Congruency Matters - S01 EP21
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In this engaging conversation, Gene X. Christian and Congruency Matters explore various themes surrounding podcasting, authenticity in conversations, the impact of digital consumption on personal relationships, and the importance of understanding privilege and empathy. They reflect on their experiences with feedback, learning from failure, and the …
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BONUS SHOW: Bulldozing the White House with Guest Host Stuart Delony
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The Trump Regime bulldozed the White House, and George Soros paid millions of people to protest. What else could happen while Keith is on vacation? Find out what Matt along with Stuart Delony think about the whole thing. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Sho…
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Reclaiming Our Democracy—with Sam Daley-Harris
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Sam Daley-Harris has spent more than four decades proving that ordinary citizens can make extraordinary change. He founded the anti-poverty lobby RESULTS, co-founded the Microcredit Summit Campaign with Muhammad Yunus, and leads Civic Courage to empower citizen advocacy around the world. In this conversation, we talk about reclaiming democracy, bui…
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Tim & Elliot Nash – A Year of Practice, Family & the Unexpected Sacred (N355)
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Over the last year, Tim and his eleven-year-old son Elliot have been quietly experimenting with faith at home — exploring a different spiritual practice each month and discovering what happens when faith is lived, not just discussed. From gratitude and Sabbath to activism, creativity, and pilgrimage; from sawing coconuts and dismantling Hi-Fis to m…
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Episode 115: Gianmarco Soresi - comedy, creativity and Jewish identity
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Gianmarco Soresi is Jewish, Italian and, more importantly, a theatre kid. He's also one of our favourite comedians right now, whose crowd work and online presence blend wit, whimsy observations that are sometimes barbed, usually brilliant. He's a very funny guy, and he walks the line of being politically sound without being a "Political Comedian". …
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Evangelicalism vs. Universalism: Part 2—Progressive Christianity and the hope that Love Wins, with David Artman
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Can a good God condemn forever? Can love and justice truly coexist? And if the Gospel is good news, shouldn’t it be good for everyone? In Part 2 of Evangelicalism vs. Universalism, Jeromy and David Artman dive head-on into the debate: hell, judgment, free will, and the moral logic of universal salvation. It’s a passionate, respectful clash between …
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Power vs Force: The Tantra of Authentic Leadership vs The Politics of Authoritarianism
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With the resurgence of authoritarianism under the Trump regime and constant political crisis in the news, what can Tantra teach us about real, authentic leadership? Ready to join the 💗𝗿𝗘𝗩𝗢𝗟𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻?™ 👉 https://tantric.myflodesk.com This isn't about politics - it's about transcending ideological party tribalism to reclaim your own sacred inner authorit…
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Raised in an unorthodox Mormon family, Ashley shares her journey of navigating faith, identity, and the pressures of patriarchal religious structures. In this conversation, she reflects on the tension of growing up with a non-Mormon father, the weight of expectations within her community, and the shame that often accompanied rigid doctrine. Now a t…
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This episode challenges the idea that online services are enough. While technology is a gift, nothing can replace the power of in-person presence. Acts describes believers gathering daily, sharing meals, and worshiping side by side. Modern research on human connection shows that face-to-face interaction releases oxytocin, strengthens bonds, and red…
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Addie Zierman is depressed, angry at the Church People, and feeling lost in her life, her faith, and her marriage. What will it take for her to find her way back? Is going back even possible? This full-cast audio drama is based on the book When We Were on Fire: A Memoir of Consuming Faith, Tangled Love, and Starting Over by Addie Zierman. Created b…
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Recruited into the fundamentalist Quiverfull movement as a young wife, Tia Levings learned that being a good Christian meant following a list of additional life principles––a series of secret, special rules to obey. Being a godly and submissive wife in Christian Patriarchy included strict discipline, isolation, and an alternative lifestyle that app…
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Are Christians Following Paul Instead of Jesus?
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Jesus’ message was clear: the kingdom of God is here and now. His anger burned toward those in power who oppressed the vulnerable. His focus was justice, compassion, and service — NOT personal salvation formulas. Yet so much of today’s theology on LGBTQ issues, sin, salvation, and authority doesn’t come from Jesus at all — it comes from Paul. So we…
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Heck yeah, “My Body is a Temple” | What women exvangelicals, exmormons, recovering catholics, and former jehovah’s witnesses need to recover from religious trauma and fully enjoy our bodies
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Have you ever been told “your body is a temple” in a way that left you feeling ashamed, restricted, or disconnected from yourself? For many of us, this is part of our religious trauma. If you’re healing from high-control religion, rules about modesty, purity, and appearance can linger as anxiety, scrupulosity, and disconnection from your own desire…
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Episode 43 - Exploring the Northumbria Community with Roy Searle
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Send us a text In this first episode in a series preparing for Celtic Advent, Roy Searle joins Christine to discuss his own spiritual journey, Celtic Spirituality and the Northumbria Community. Roy moved from a happy, un-churched childhood to an adulthood influenced by friends and mentors from a variety of Christian traditions. He himself has led a…
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Purity Culture to Domestic Violence Pipeline
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Hosts Laura Anderson and Andrew Kerbs sit down with trauma-informed coach and therapist Terri Allred from the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery to unpack how purity culture fuels domestic violence, particularly during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Terri draws on decades of experience supporting survivors of sexual and spiritual abuse t…
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#253: How Christian Nationalists Distort Scripture with April Ajoy and John Pavlovitz (Guest Host Jeremy Steele)
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In this week's main episode, Matthew is joined by guest host Jeremy Steele to discuss how Christian Nationalists distort Scripture. The two sit down with April Ajoy and John Pavlovitz, both of whom have been on the frontlines of challenging this demonic movement. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll g…
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Evangelicalism vs. Universalism: Part 1—Rethinking Hell and the heart of the Gospel, with David Artman
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What if everything we were taught about hell was wrong—or at least incomplete? What if judgment wasn’t about eternal torment, but transformation? And what if grace is bigger, wider, and wilder than any of our doctrines can hold? In this first part of a two-episode conversation, Jeromy sits down with David Artman, author of Grace Saves All and host …
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Episode 98: Charity Miranda-Martin | Mother, Sister & the Exorcism Gone Wrong
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Charity Miranda Martin’s family claimed they were fighting a demon — but by the time the struggle ended, someone was dead. What was meant to save her soul turned into a night of terror that even seasoned investigators struggled to understand. Was it faith, fear, or something far darker that took Charity’s life? dg Trigger Warnings: Murder Exorcism …
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In Defense of Christian Patriotism with Daniel Darling
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Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: [email protected] In this episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram sit down with Daniel Darling, director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and author of more than 20 bo…
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"You're Not Qualified — and That's Exactly Who God Wants" Acts 18:18-24
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You don't have to be the complete discipleship package — you just have to do your part. That's how God's been building His Church since day one: imperfect people passing on perfect grace. 💬 "God's been running His Church on unqualified people since day one." 💬 "If we make it all about us, we'll stay stuck on the cliff talking about gravity." 💬 "Whe…
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Jewish Quest from 2005 - 7th SPECIAL English Judaism as a Religious Outlook with Rabbi Dr. Louis Jacobs z'l'
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Due to several requests we are extending this series of audios featuring Rabbi Jacobs, from 2005 recordings. All are also avaialable with video by visiting www.booksof.louisjacobs.org. A free months subscription is available. Rabbi Louis Jacobs reflects in this video upon his past appointments, starting from his early steps as assistant Rabbi in El…
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