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. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cults-t ...

The Place We Find Ourselves podcast features private practice therapist Adam Young (LCSW, MDiv) and interview guests as they discuss all things related to story, trauma, attachment, and interpersonal neurobiology. Listen in as Adam unpacks how trauma and abuse impact the heart and mind, as well as how to navigate the path toward healing, wholeness, and restoration. Interview episodes give you a sacred glimpse into the real-life stories of guests who have engaged their own experiences of trau ...

As a lifelong believer in Christ, I’ve grown weary of witnessing harm within spiritual settings. I’m tired of pretending it isn’t happening or convincing myself that spiritual abuse isn’t a serious issue—one that not only plagues the church but is also spreading beyond religious institutions. This is why the Soul Bruises podcast was created. It’s dedicated to exposing, educating, and ultimately working toward the eradication of spiritual abuse in all its forms. Whether you can relate to my e ...

Interviews with Pastors, Authors, and people of Faith on exciting topics. Topics include Bigfoot, Aliens, UFOs, Cults, Giants, Black Panthers, Fallen Angels, Soul-ties, Paranormal Activities, Religion, Spook Lights, Fake Bible versions, Fake Science, Religious Abuse, Mennonites, Jehovah's Witnesses, Flat Earth, and much more. We also have easy-listening books of the Bible. Biblical discussions. Did we land on the Moon? Listen here to find out. Website: truthseekersministry.org kennywilliamso ...

Reconstruct your life after leaving harmful and controlling religious beliefs behind! Educating listeners as to the dangers posed by cult psychology and tactics, the dangers of Christian nationalism, dominion theology, and the Christian Right.

Over 58 million adults in the US have experienced spiritual abuse and religious trauma. Maybe you’re one of them. The Broken to Beloved Podcast is for anyone who’s been affected by spiritual abuse, religious trauma, or church hurt and is looking for practical resources to move toward healing and wholeness. Brian Lee is a pastor, coach, and speaker who survived it in 3 different environments and now works to advocate for others who have been wounded by the church and her leaders, and to provi ...

When the Bough Breaks (WTBB) is a podcast for those who find themselves estranged from one or more family members. Guests call in the show to discuss the events that led up to their estrangement and share their experiences. Guests include psychologists, family counselors, life coaches, writers and more! Alexis Arralynn, creator, producer and host of the show is one of the few podcasters willing to tackle this difficult and often painful topic. She realizes that one important step toward heal ...

These podcasts are a reflection of Ruth & David’s ongoing conversations, which are both intimate and professional and touch on complex topics like how systems fail victims and children, how victims experience those systems, and how children are impacted by those failures. Their discussions delve into how society views masculinity and violence and how intersectionalities such as cultural beliefs, religious beliefs and unique vulnerabilities impact how we respond to abuse and violence. These f ...

The Spiritually Unboxed Podcast with Leah Samara guides female coaches, thought-leaders and CEO's to live an authentic and wildly impactful life, beyond the unique ceilings and man-made constructs of religious, familial and societal boxes that impact female potential. Spiritually Unboxed explores topics such as the impacts of religious Christianity, religious deconstruction, deconstructing religious beliefs, spiritual awakening, leaving religion and religious legalistic mindsets, exploring a ...

In this podcast, we discuss mystical works of literature, primarily Taoist text, and how they relate to alcohol recovery. Taoist Philosophy can be an excellent tool for embracing the idea of a “Higher Power.” Nature offers all of the examples necessary for a concept of a source of all life, much different but yet very similar in many ways to more traditional religious thinking. Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching; https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/se ...

Speaking Truth to Power- When it come to speaking Truth to power as true believer’s we have a right to call out religious leader’s who abuse their power in Church or Home are Job, silent approval is not what we should doing stand firm on the word of God and, He will stand firm for you. Remember, Jesus Christ always spoke truth to power, His hardest words reserved for those with religious power, as followers Jesus Christ you have take up your cross, he said in Matt 16:24. Then said Jesus unto ...

Welcome to "Living Cult Free: The Podcast," where survivors of high-control groups share their raw, unfiltered stories. No narrators, no sensationalism—just pure, unadulterated survivor accounts. Listen to the voices often eclipsed by cult leaders and hear the truth, one story at a time. This podcast was originally called: Everyday Cults, Everyday People and produced by C. Jane Taylor and Gerette Buglion. To hear Gerette riff about the stages of cultic involvement as described in her memoir, ...

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? Su ...

Join your host, Eric Skwarczynski, as he sits down with brave survivors who are shedding light on decades of physical, mental, and sexual abuse within the Independent Fundamental Baptist movement.

Growing Up With Insanity & Choosing Serenity As Your "New Normal" Reality Adult Children In Recovery is a podcast that serves to empower, inspire & provide practical solutions to anyone struggling as a result of complex and repeated early childhood stress, abuse & trauma. As a survivor of emotionally unhealthy, unsafe & wounded adult child parenting, I know how important it is to heal and recover with compassionate self-care practices from childhood trauma. I'm here to remind you none of the ...

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.

This Little Light of Mine is an LGBTQ+ tale of terror (growing up as a closeted Gay Christian in the Evangelical church) that led to trauma (cPTSD, religious trauma, spiritual abuse, sexual abuse, addiction) to what I intend to become triumph. Join me on my healing and recovery journey towards mental health, spiritual health and emotional health as I find my voice by sharing what happened in my life as a Queer Christian where I was taught that I was not allowed to love.

"Embark on a Journey of Healing and Understanding with 'I'M SICKA CHURCH' – Navigating Faith's Complexities for Reconciliation." This podcast explores the profound impact of wounds inflected on individuals during their spiritual journeys in religious institutions. "I'M SICKA CHURCH" ultimately aims to foster healing, understanding, and reconciliation, inviting the audience to reflect on the complex dynamics of faith and community.

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.

Surviving the Black Church Podcast is a podcast that sheds light and brings awareness to religious trauma and dismantles oppressive systems within the Black church.

We’re delving into the shadows of religion, embarking on a journey to reclaim our lives from its grasp. We’ll be exploring the topic of the religious spirit, how it can rob us of the life God intends for us, and we’ll take a close look into what it looks like to authentically follow Jesus. Whether you’ve been wounded by religion, are in the process of deconstructing (or reconstructing) your faith, or simply yearn for a church that looks more like Jesus than a dragon, this podcast is for you.

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Dive into the shadowed intersection of faith and deception with "Malevolent Mormon Mommys." This riveting podcast unravels the startling allegations against Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt, once celebrated figures in mommy blogging and the Mormon community. Beyond their picture-perfect online personas lay dark secrets waiting to be exposed. Through in-depth reporting, exclusive interviews with investigators, police, and psychologists, we confront the unsettling truths hidden behind their de ...

A weekly podcast dealing with cultural and spiritual issues within the Christian faith.

Thousands of women gave up everything to follow Mother Teresa, joining her storied Catholic order, the Missionaries of Charity. But some found that life inside this fiercely private religious order was not what they’d imagined. Former sisters who worked closely with Mother Teresa describe her bold vision and devotion to charity and prayer. But they also share stories of suffering and forbidden love, abuse and betrayal. If you make a lifelong vow, what does it mean to break it? What is the li ...

This is my story. Beginning at the age of 4, I'm recounting the events of abuse, religious influences and traumatic events that led me to The Dark Night of The Soul. Now that I've come out the other side, my story needs to be told.

Music is powerful and often therapeutic in fighting mental illness. If you are having a mental health crisis, dial 911, or get to the nearest Emergency Room, or call one of these numbers. This podcast does not give medical advice or diagnosis. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services(SAMHSA) 1-800-662-HELP (4357) National Youth Crisis Hotline - 1-800-448-4663 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-TALK 988 - Lifeline Chat and Text 741741 - Crisis Text Line https://www.brevistalk.com/

Controversial subjects about EVERYTHING from RELIGION, POLITICS, the BIBLE, HISTORY, RACE, RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING, EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS, ABUSE, NEW BUSINESSES, PSYCHOLOGY, GENERATIONAL CURSES, ADDICTIONS, MENTAL ILLNESSES, CONSPIRACY THEORIES, GOVERNMENT, AND SOME SOFT FUN MUSIC!! COME AND FILL YOUR GLASS AND HAVE A SIP OF MOCHA!🍮

Survivor of Cluster B parenting, narcissistic abuse, and domestic violence; I'm sharing my path of healing from below ground zero to healthy. Mother to 8 now parenting and unschooling solo, dangling on the US government's purse strings. Religious Cult survivor, now, I'm parenting with love and consequences, not punishment and reward. I believe mental illnesses are preventing evolution. I create this podcast with all my passion. To anyone suffering Religious Trauma, Mother &/or Father Wounds, ...

An expedition through the ruins of religious dogmas and political ideologies, and toward the goal of finding spiritual, financial, and mental emancipation. Regular hosts are Stacie Mallinson (death doula and yogini) and Jeff Mallinson (D.Phil., Oxford, historian of philosophy and religion). The couple started the show to help people outfox religious wolves, only to realize that they too were entangled in religious ideas that need deconstructing. They now document their life experiences since ...

Conversations with Courageous People Deconstructing Christian Beliefs | Brady Hardin interviews guests about their faith deconstruction, unraveling religious indoctrination, spiritual abuse experiences, religious trauma, the rebuilding of a personal community after leaving Christian Fundamentalism, and much more.

Graduate Students at Villanova University discussing Theology and Religious Studies in a series entitled Theology in Dialogue.

Welcome to the Think Unbroken Podcast, where healing begins and transformation takes flight. Join host Michael Unbroken on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment as we delve into the realms of overcoming childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, PTSD, CPTSD, high ACE scores, anxiety, depression, and various mental health challenges. Unlock the secrets to healing with insights from therapists, trauma coaches, mindset leaders, neuroscientists, entrepreneurs, and researchers. Gain access to pr ...

Where bodybuilding meets woo woo magic. ✨Join Emily, a Nutrition, Fitness & Mindset Coach, National Level Bikini Competitor, Yoga teacher, Reiki level 2 Practitioner, and Eclectic Witch for advice & discussions that relate to your wellbeing--from science based nutritional advice to the woo woo as it relates to wellness.

A safe haven for women. We invite you to join our sacred space.

The Poetry of Reality is hosted by world renowned truth-teller, evolutionary biologist and best-selling author, Professor Richard Dawkins. He has been celebrated globally for his honest critique of religion and tradition and his push for critical thinking. His books include The Ancestor’s Tale, The Selfish Gene, The Blind Watchmaker, Climbing Mount Improbable, Unweaving the Rainbow, A Devil’s Chaplain, The God Delusion, The Greatest Show on Earth, The Magic of Reality, his two-part autobiogr ...

24 hour early access and AD-FREE episodes available on Patreon You can access my mailing list, workshops, and other resources I have available at https://linktr.ee/cptsdtherapist You can email me cptsdtherapist@gmail.com for any inquiries Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/complextraumarecovery/support

Welcome to "Unshamed & Unchained: Carving Space For Self-Healing & Habit Transformation", the podcast where we break the chains of shame and societal expectations to create a safe space for self-healing, habit transformation, and personal growth. Hosted by a seasoned life coach, Danny Poelman DDS, with years of hands-on experience, this podcast is your guide to reclaiming your voice, embracing your story, and living life on your terms. In each episode, we dive deep into the topics that matte ...

Coming Forward is an anonymous podcast for survivors of child abuse to safely come forward and tell our stories, share our journeys toward healing, our successes and failures, our dark times, our moments of clarity and our shifts in self-awareness. The platform gives voice to survivorship in all of its complexity, with the space to share and be heard in a nurturing and supportive environment. *This podcast may contain explicit descriptions of sexual, emotional and/or physical abuse that may ...

Unchurching: Healing Religious Trauma & Owning Your Soul Identity 3 main show benefits: Reconstructing your faith Owning your sexual identity Healing religious trauma & spiritual abuse to step into your authentic self A podcast for black sheep who want to reconnect with their faith outside of the church and step into their *authentic self* Have you ever found yourself in a dark place questioning God, sexuality & your purpose? If so, that’s exactly where I, Titus Glenn, found myself 2 years a ...

We are people across the world standing up for humanity and human rights. We expose spiritual abuse from high control religious groups, particularly Jehovah's Witnesses, whatever their claims to higher authority may be. Our purpose is to educate the public about such movements, provide an online network where everyone is welcome to contribute and to enable a safe non-judgmental place for people to find healing and comfort and community with their fellows. We are a global online network with ...

Bob Peterlin is a former religious. Bob lived silently with memories of clergy abuse of children until he decided to step out of the shadows. Join Bob and his guests as they tell their stories and discuss how they became shadow free. Bob has a Masters of Divinity degree from Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. He has experience as a hospital chaplain, a camp chaplain, a retreat director, a spiritual director, a counselor, a public speaker, a singer/songwriter, a high school and college te ...

Funny personal stories, dark confessions and empathetic interviews with weird, wonderful and often hilarious guests. Entertainer, storyteller, artist and podcast host/producer, Esperanza Phoenix brings to life unusual experiences, struggles with mental and physical illnesses and how humor, therapy and entheogenic plants help some of us to survive. Humans possess the amazing ability to shift their perspective and develop better coping mechanisms by learning from the stories of others. We are ...

SEASON 3: Nation of Saints In 1980, one man held together a fragile peace in the tiny nation of El Salvador: Archbishop Oscar Romero. When he is brutally and publicly assassinated on the pulpit, his murder starts a war that would leave 75,000 dead, and a million more displaced around the globe. Sacred Scandal season 3, Nation of Saints, follows host Jasmine Romero as she uncovers the holy war that followed the Archbishop's death, and led to an unsolved murder in her own family. SEASON 2: La ...

The Dawah Institute (DIN) is the research and Islamic propagation department of the Islamic Education Trust(IET). We have trained religious leaders (men and women), teachers of Arabic and Islamic studies, as well as youths in the aspects of Shari'ah Intelligence and other courses. The Institute has also developed more into research-based initiatives to address some of the most common issues that are bed levelling the religious space in Islam. These include areas of gender-based violence, wom ...

DevOUT is a show dedicated to unraveling indoctrination whether it's from high-control religion, a toxic relationship, or even our own installed mindsets.We will discuss the many ways in which you can break free from thoughts that you yourself did not choose and we will talk about the very foundation that is cracking beneath you. We will always offer hope, possibility, and a different perspective so you too can live mindfully aware. Wendi is passionate about focusing on healthy shifts in min ...