Τα καλύτερα Eric Skwarczynski podcast (2024)

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333: Answering Your Questions | Interview Strategies, Overcoming Hopelessness, and More... 24:16

17h ago24:16

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In this special Q&A episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, I answer your burning questions! 🎙️ Ever wondered how I decide what to ask during interviews? Or how I handle moments of hopelessness while discussing heavy topics? I dive into these questions and more, including whether I'd consider re-inviting past guests. Join me for a candid conversation…

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332: Candi Carpenter | The Soundtrack to Your Deconstruction 54:27

4d ago54:27

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In this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, host Eric Skwarczynski sits down with musician Candi Carpenter, whose powerful new album, Demonology, delves deep into themes of religious trauma. Candi shares their personal journey of navigating faith, identity, and the impact of their upbringing in a religious environment. Join us as we explore: – Th…

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331: Steven Anderson Defends Child Abuse and Hitting Women From the Pulpit 31:13

14d ago31:13

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On September 6, 2024, a YouTube video was published by Dead Domain featuring John Anderson, the son of infamous NIFB pastor Steven Anderson, where John publicly accused his parents of severe physical abuse. He also claimed that Steven Anderson beat his wife, Zsuzsanna Anderson, with an electrical cord for "stepping out of line." These revelations i…

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330: Lester Roloff: Digging Into the Fundie Files with the We Are One Podcast 1:09:58

15d ago1:09:58

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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 …

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329: Adam Kinzinger | When Politics Get Culty 46:33

18d ago46:33

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For Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger, service to country has been the guiding principle of his life and career — first as a member of the armed forces, and later as a lawmaker in the halls of Congress. When the strength of the nation was tested on January 6th, 2021 and in the months following, Kinzinger took his sworn oath further, boldly demonstrating a…

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328: Michigan Pastor's Disturbing Comments Regarding Man in Prison for CSAM 42:46

21d ago42:46

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In this video, I dive into the recent controversy surrounding Pastor Daniel White of Fellowship Baptist Church in Michigan. During a Sunday night prayer meeting, Pastor White made a cryptic statement revealing that two members of his congregation had been sent to prison. However, his vague remarks left the church with more questions than answers. A…

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327: Kristin Kobes Du Mez's Documentary About Clergy Abuse Isn't Afraid to Get Political 42:00

22d ago42:00

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Renowned historian and New York Times bestselling author, Kristin Kobes Du Mez (Jesus and John Wayne) explores the culture of submission and sexual abuse within the evangelical community in her riveting documentary, FOR OUR DAUGHTERS, available to stream on September 26.Directed by Emmy award-winning filmmaker Carl Byker, the film draws a direct li…

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326: Chad Harris | "The Kid We Spanked the Most" 1:07:43

25d ago1:07:43

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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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325: Ashley Easter | Reacting to Narcissists, Bad Apologies, and More 1:30:52

29d ago1:30:52

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Ashley Easter, grew up and lived in a cult for 22 years. Thankfully, she was able to break free and decided to take control of her life. This journey was not an easy one. But with the help of her husband, Will Easter, Ashley began experiencing healing and empowerment. As a survivor, Ashley spoke out about her past and the challenges she had overcom…

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324: The Scandals Surrounding the Life and Death of David Baker 25:52

1M ago25:52

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Content Warning: This podcast contains descriptions of abuse involving minors as well as descriptions of suicide, listener discretion is advised. On September 11, 2024, Pastor David Baker walked into the restroom of Maury Regional Medical Center and shot himself twice in the chest. After the shots were fired, the hospital went into lockdown, and ho…

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323: Steven and Zhusanna Anderson Exposed For Child Abuse, Violent Threats, and Online Hypocrisy 1:02:20

1M ago1:02:20

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For additional insight and context, I highly recommend that everyone watch John Anderson's very first public interview which Jordan Black conducted on their channel, Dead Domain: https://youtu.be/AzEkkvr5QMg ✖️✖️✖️ CONTACT LOCAL NEWS: https://www.abc15.com/tips https://www.fox10phoenix.com/contact-us https://www.12news.com/contact-us ✖️✖️✖️ Connect…

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322: April Ajoy | Star-Spangled Jesus 58:38

1M ago58:38

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Pre-order Star-Spangled Jesus: https://amzn.to/3XfEha8 ✖️✖️✖️ April Ajoy wouldn’t have called herself a Christian Nationalist when she performed her original song “America Say Jesus” on the Jim Bakker show, or when she participated in Jesus Marches across America, or when she posted cringe-worthy videos on YouTube to campaign for Mitt Romney. April…

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321: A Church Leader Prayed That God Will Destroy Me 40:32

1M ago40:32

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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 …

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320: A Maryland School District's Fight Against CSA Survivor Reaches Supreme Court Supreme Court 43:03

2M ago43:03

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For this podcast episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Steven Clark, a courageous survivor of childhood sexual abuse, and his legal team, attorneys Aaron Blank and Guy D’Andrea. Steven’s case has garnered significant attention, as it has reached the Maryland Supreme Court, raising critical questions about the constitutionality of the Chil…

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319: Reacting to Bad Preaching | Ft. Kendra Bryan 1:08:29

2M ago1:08:29

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Buckle up, because in this episode of the Preacher Boys podcast, I’m joined by Kendra Bryan from [Cult]ure Shock, to sift through some of the worst preaching clips the internet has to offer.We’re not just talking about a few awkward moments—these are the kind of sermons that make you question how anyone let these people near a microphone. Kendra, w…

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318: Jessee Baldwin | A 42 Year Old Teacher Preyed on Her 12 Year Old Student 2:18:34

2M ago2:18:34

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On March 10, 2017, Jessee Baldwin filed a police report, just four days before her 40th birthday, which was the cutoff for reporting in California. Starting at just 12 years old, she was groomed and abused by her 7th grade teacher at North Valley Baptist Church & Schools in Redding, CA (now known as Crosspointe Community Church). This abuse continu…

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317: She Spent Almost SEVEN YEARS in Abusive Troubled Teen Homes | Sabrina Young 1:17:20

2M ago1:17:20

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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/preacherboysdoc/…

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316: Reacting to NIFB Nonsense | ft. Travis and Jackie Chappell 35:37

2M ago35:37

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Recently, I posted a clip from Justin Zhong, the satellite leader of Sure Foundation Baptist Church – and NIFB church in Indianapolis, IN. https://www.instagram.com/p/C-bBCruy-DK/?hl=en The comments were swarmed by NIFB congregants from churches led by leaders in that movement, such as Steven Anderson, Roger Jimenez, and, of course, Aaron Thompson …

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315: MAGA Hat-Wearing Pastor Says Trump, Biden and Others Should Be "Put to Death" | Sermon Reaction 1:20:56

2M ago1:20:56

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⚠️ Content Warning ⚠️ Two weeks ago, Pastor Justin Zhong got behind the pulpit of Sure Foundation Baptist Church and made credible violent threats against Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Ray Comfort, John MacArthur and others. I unequivocally condemn political and religious violence in any form, and I believe that those who make threats of this sort shoul…

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314: Tia Levings | A Well-Trained Wife 58:20

2M ago58:20

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Grab your copy of A Well-Trained Wife: https://amzn.to/4dbE3aE “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 str…

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S2E13: Religious Trauma, Healing Communities, & Saying Hello to Deconstruction — with Maggie Harrigan 1:19:21

3M ago1:19:21

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Maggie Harrigan, host of the podcast Hello Deconstructionists and creator behind the Instagram account of the same name joins Nate and Gail for a fun conversation about healing from religious trauma, deconstruction, and the power of storytelling in building community after leaving evangelicalism. TRIGGER WARNING: there are a ton of references to co…

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313: 5 Victims, 11 Felony Counts | Former North Valley Baptist Church Member Arrested 31:43

3M ago31:43

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On November 13, 2020, I shared an episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast featuring Bruce Kennedy discussing his experiences at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, CA. On the episode, we discussed several scandals relating to this particular ministry, and one in particular was that of Norlan Macias - a former member of North Valley Baptist Chu…

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312: Healing from Trauma is Not a One-Size-Fits-All Journey | Ashley Easter 18:38

3M ago18:38

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Check out the Psycho-Therapy Podcast: https://rebrand.ly/psychotherapypodcast Check out Figuring It Out: https://www.youtube.com/@figuringitouttv/videos Welcome to the Preacher Boys Podcast! In this episode, we delve deep into the importance of inclusivity and diversity in the healing journey from trauma and abuse. My guest today is Ashley Easter, …

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311: Erica Smith, M. Ed | The Sex Educator Taking on Purity Culture 53:23

4M ago53:23

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I’m so glad to welcome Erica Smith, M. Ed to today’s episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast. Erica is an experienced, award-winning, and internationally recognized sexuality educator whose main area of focus is sex education for people leaving high-control religions. Connect with her here: https://www.ericasmitheac.com/ ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patre…

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310: Ryan George | I Discovered My Father Was a Serial Predator 1:04:54

4M ago1:04:54

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I highly encourage you to watch the past interview with Cathy that we referenced in the episode: https://youtu.be/DoPQVDE9c7k ✖️✖️✖️ Grab a copy of Ryan's book: https://amzn.to/45j7dl4 ✖️✖️✖️ BOOK DESCRIPTION: What would you do if you learned—from a podcast—that your dad (a pastor) was a serial sexual abuser? For Ryan George, this isn't a hypotheti…

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309: "Not Safe for Bill Gothard Headquarters" | Lindsey Williams 1:42:16

5M ago1:42:16

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On June 2nd, 2023, the documentary series "Shiny Happy People" premiered on Amazon Prime. While the series' tagline promised to expose some Duggar family secrets, it ended up revealing much more, particularly the work and philosophy of Bill Gothard, the creator of the Institute in Basic Life Principles and the Advanced Training Institute. Gothard's…

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S2E12: The Incarceration of Japanese America — with Scott Okamoto 1:59:46

5M ago1:59:46

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To wrap up AAPI History Month, friend of the show Scott Okamoto joins Gail and Nate to share about his family's history during the years that Japanese Americans were incarcerated in concentration camps in the western part of the US and Canada. Also, as one of the hosts of the podcast Asians in Baseball, Scott needed to be tested on his knowledge of…

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308: Surviving Abuse and Betrayal by the Southern Baptist Convention | Christa Brown 50:15

5M ago50:15

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Purchase a copy of Baptistland: https://amzn.to/3R6MzP2 About the Book: It began with just wanting to tell the truth. But truth-telling has a way of snowballing. When Christa Brown first spoke out about the sexual abuse she endured in her Texas childhood church, she never imagined it would expose the ethical chasm at the core of the Southern Baptis…

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307: Escaping Christian Patriarchy | Cait West 57:43

5M ago57:43

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Grab a copy of Cait's book, Rift: https://amzn.to/4dMIoBN Raised in the Christian patriarchy movement, Cait West was homeschooled and could only wear clothes her father deemed modest. She was five years old the first time she was told her swimsuit was too revealing and to go change. There would be no college in her future, no career. She was a stay…

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306: Avoiding The Cult of Trauma | Joe Nucci 50:51

5M ago50:51

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Joe Nucci is a psychotherapist and writer whose content contextualizes mental health misinformation, pop-psychology facts and fallacies, and culturally misconstrued ideas. Joe’s debut book will be released in 2025. ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-he…

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305: Surviving the Troubled Teen Industry and Becoming Unsilenced | Meg Appelgate 54:20

5M ago54:20

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On today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Meg Applegate, the CEO of Unsilenced Project Inc., a non-profit on a mission to stop institutional child abuse by empowering self-advocates to promote lasting social change. At the age of 15, Meg was abducted by two strangers in the middle of the night from her California home and was told that “she was com…

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304: Therapist Reacts to John MacArthur's Take on PTSD, ADHD, and OCD 9:13

6M ago9:13

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Joe Nucci is a psychotherapist with thousands of hours of experience working with psychological and personal development issues. He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, couples, families, and adult children of dysfunctional families. I wanted to share this 8-minute sneak peek of our full interview – which will be released on…

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303: Why I SHUT DOWN the Preacher Boys Facebook Group for Two Weeks 17:37

6M ago17:37

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In today's episode, I discuss why I shut down the Preacher Boys Facebook group for two weeks and what I hope changes. ✖️✖️✖️ 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 ht…

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302: Getting Educated About Abuse | Ashley Easter 24:30

6M ago24:30

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Ashley Easter is a passionate advocate committed to guiding individuals toward liberation and empowerment. With an unwavering dedication to helping others break free from abuse and oppression, Ashley channels her energy into creating a space where individuals can unlock their full potential. Driven by a profound belief in the possibility of a life …

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301: Did You Know a "Christian Flag" Exists? 16:18

6M ago16:18

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Magic Mind made this episode possible! Get 20% off your first order of Magic Mind by visiting MagicMind.com/PreacherBoys and using the discount code PREACHERBOYS20 ✖️✖️✖️ 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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300th Episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast! 33:01

6M ago33:01

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Today is the 300th episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, and a lot has happened since episode one… The podcast journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. From taking a seat with Chris Hansen to joining forces with Paris Hilton in protest to my appearance on TV in Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals, the show has opened doors I never could hav…

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299: When Law and Order: SVU Did a Duggar Episode 12:21

6M ago12:21

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Over its impressive 26-season run, Law and Order: SVU has consistently mirrored real-life events in its gripping fictional storylines. From the Chris Brown domestic abuse case to the Casey Anthony investigation and the Michael Jackson allegations, the show has always stayed on top of the headlines. It should come as no surprise that, in 2015, SVU a…

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298: Adverse Religious Experiences Explained | Dr. Laura Anderson 1:11:33

6M ago1:11:33

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Dr. Laura Anderson is a psychotherapist, trauma resolution coach and consultant, writer and educator specializing in complex and developmental trauma, dynamics of power and control and religious trauma based out of Nashville, TN. ✖️✖️✖️ Resources Mentioned: – When Religion Hurts You: https://amzn.to/3TQgdso – Sexual Healing: https://amzn.to/3Q1RcK2…

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297: Olivia Plath's Teen Vogue Interview | An Ex-Fundamentalist Reacts 58:08

6M ago58:08

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Olivia Plath -- who entered public awareness through the TLC reality series Welcome to Plathville – recently sat down for an interview with Vogue Magazine. The article, Olivia Plath on Christian Fundamentalism, Welcome to Plathville, and Deconstructing, spoke to me personally as a former fundamentalist. I wanted to share a video reacting to the art…

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296: Scott M. Coley | Exposing the Propaganda of the Religious Right 56:00

6M ago56:00

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Scott Coley exposes the inner workings of the religious right’s propaganda—and how Christians can resist it. Good evangelical Christians are Republican. It seems like it’s always been this way. That means the propaganda is working. Scott Coley trains a critical eye on the fusion of evangelicalism and right-wing politics in Ministers of Propaganda. …

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295: 13-Year-Old Victim "Would Be Lucky" | Asa Akira Defends Statutory Rape in Resurfaced Clip 25:48

7M ago25:48

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I came across a video on Instagram recently of famous pornstar Asa Akira, who eventually became Pornhub’s Ambassador and host of the Pornhub Podcast in 2018. This clip was from a 2012 episode of her original podcast, DVDASA, which she co-hosted with actor and artist David Choe, who you might recognize from the hit Netflix series Beef. It’s admitted…

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294: Dr. Steven Hassan | "It’s Your Mind, Only You Should Control It" 57:54

7M ago57:54

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Today on the show, Eric Skwarczynski is joined by Dr. Steven Hassan. Dr. Hassan is a licensed mental health professional, a recognized expert on cults and undue influence, and possesses professional experience both in the US and abroad. His work encompasses various areas, including consultation, coaching, public speaking, media appearances, activis…

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293: John Wilkerson Showed His True Colors | ft. April Avila and Kathy Durbin 1:25:56

7M ago1:25:56

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Eric Skwarczynski sits down with friends, survivors, and fellow Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals cast members Kathy Durbin and April Avila to discuss John Wilkerson, the pastor of First Baptist Church of Hammond. ✖️✖️✖️ Links Mentioned: Wilkerson's Original Statement About the Doc/Protest: https://youtu.be/B9ErrUtJsWg Jack Trieber Cover-Up: http…

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292: Shelly Snow Pordea | Exposing Truth Through Fiction 58:54

7M ago58:54

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Shelly Snow Pordea is a dynamic figure, renowned as a speaker, publishing consultant, and author of the captivating Tracing Time trilogy. This trilogy, a compelling narrative of women navigating the complexities of life while endeavoring to protect themselves and their loved ones, has consistently ranked among the top one hundred Time Travel Romanc…

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291: Bob Jones University EXPOSED in New Podcast Series 38:47

7M ago38:47

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Andrew Pledger talks about his work exposing the dark history of Bob Jones University in Greenville, SC, through his new podcast, Beyond BJU. ✖️✖️✖️ 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/pre…

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290: Christina Cheetham | Abuse and Cover-up at North Valley Baptist Church 1:04:31

7M ago1:04:31

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First coverage of the lawsuit: https://youtu.be/I6laSC_E3ZY Multiple sources close to North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California, stated that after the evening service on Wednesday, March 13, the livestream was shut off. After the livestream ended, Pastor Jack Trieber and his staff informed the church body in the auditorium that they ha…

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289: When Andrew Tate is Worshipped, Society Needs Better Value Systems 17:58

7M ago17:58

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Full transcript: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/when-andrew-tate-is-worshipped-society Despite the arrests, Tate’s followers remain as loyal as ever - claiming that these arrests are just attempts by “the matrix” to silence them. As with any cultish following, perceived persecution tends to encourage rather than weaken. How has the former figh…

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288: Former North Valley Baptist Church Youth Pastor Sued for Sexual Abuse of Two Minors 11:51

7M ago11:51

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Link to full transcript: https://open.substack.com/pub/preacherboys/p/former-north-valley-baptist-church?r=15p355&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web ✖️✖️✖️ 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.co…

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287: Took a DNA Test, Turns Out I’m 100% Mormon | Shelise Ann Sola 1:04:13

8M ago1:04:13

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Shelise Ann Sola was born and raised in Utah with a long ancestry in Mormonism. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints was the only way to the highest level of heaven and she eagerly accepted the challenge. An unfortunate turn of events led her to feeling worthless, small, dirty and unloved. It was in those moments of desperate solitude, …

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286: Defending Democracy From Its Christian Enemies | David Gushee 58:34

8M ago58:34

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Purchase a copy of Defending Democracy From Its Christian Enemies: https://amzn.to/3OS1Zps About David Gushee: Rev. Prof. Dr. David P. Gushee (PhD, Union Theological Seminary, New York) is Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics at Mercer University, and Chair of Christian Social Ethics at Vrije Universiteit (“Free University”) Amste…

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