Best Isami Podcasts (2023)

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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266: Isami Daehn | The Struggles of Advocacy, Finding Your Circle, and More "Fake Missionaries" 54:41

17d ago54:41

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Isami is a subject matter expert on anti-human trafficking and child safety. She grew up in Japan and was raised by professional con artists under the guise of "missionaries." Her home was an unsafe place for children, as her mother became her sex trafficker at the age of 9. Once she left her abusive home as an adult, she redefined her faith and co…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Why a Mormon SA Survivor was Blamed and Punished for her “Sin” 1:48:22

30m ago1:48:22

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**Content Warning: rape and self harm** It's well known that pre-marital s*x among members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is a huge sin. This is the shocking story of what happened to a member of 18 years old, who's "virtue" was stolen from her. Not only did she have to recount every detail of her traumatic experience alone to m…

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Cults to Consciousness

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How This 18 year old JUST Escaped Her Family Cult in Ecuador 1:13:54

23h ago1:13:54

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Her father, who got many ideas from his time in the Embassy of Heaven cult, claims to be a prophet. In his paranoia and attempts to escape the US government, he moved his family from state to state and then eventually to Ecuador. Determined it was the right thing to do as ordered by God, his family was completely isolated from proper education and …

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Cults to Consciousness

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Our Not So Mormon Wedding Film (1930s style) 3:36

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**THIS EPISODE IS MEANT TO BE WATCHED- THIS IS TO INFORM YOU TO HEAD OVER TO YOUTUBE TO SEE THE WHOLE THING AFTER THE INTRO** CLICK HERE TO WATCH We can't wait to share with you footage from our Old Hollywood Glamour themed wedding, set in the Historic 1930s Movie Palace! It was a dream lost in time. First, you'll see our actual 5 min wedding film …

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Cults to Consciousness

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The Extremely Isolated Life of Growing Up Jehovah's Witness (ft. OwenMorganTelltale) 1:24:22

2d ago1:24:22

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Jehovah's Witnesses make it a point to separate themselves from "worldly" things which creates a social isolation within mainstream society. Unfortunately, this rule applies to members of all ages. Owen Morgan shares his experience growing up being completely cut off from having friends who were outsiders and explains how JWs now use animated propa…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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268: April Avila | "Good Girls Don’t Have Bad Things Happen to Them" (And Other IFB Lies) 1:35:20

3d ago1:35:20

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preacherboyspodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/preacher-boys-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Eric Skwarczynski

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Cults to Consciousness

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Jehovah’s Witness: The Inhumane Practice of Familial Isolation 1:36:13

10d ago1:36:13

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Creative expression is part of our human nature. When belonging to a high control group, one of the first things that is sacrificed is individuality, freedom of self expression, and education about the world outside of the group. Scott was always craving creativity, especially when it came to music. After breaking through the chains of Jehovah’s Wi…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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267: Ruthy Heiler | Don’t Turn A Blind Eye to Abuse 1:04:48

10d ago1:04:48

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Ruthy Heiler is one of the featured interviewees in Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals, a new four-part docuseries exposing the predatory and insidious behavior within the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) Churches, and the struggles of survivors to find justice. Featuring first-hand accounts from survivors, church defectors and activists, Let…

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The Evolution of Faith Podcast

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Part 2 - End of the World as We Know It (An End Times Conversation) 42:39

14d ago42:39

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As we examine current events in Israel, many people are asking, "Is this the end times?" How can we comprehend the end times? Will Israel play a role in the unfolding of the end times? How have Christ-followers understood the end times throughout history? What is unique about American Christianity and its main view of the end times? In this episode…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Inside the Mind of Warren Jeffs and His FLDS Polygamous Cult (Insider Speaks Out) 1:32:30

16d ago1:32:30

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Two young teens fell into a forbidden love. After being shunned from their fundamentalist Mormon polygamous community, they had the option to be welcomed back, only if they got married immediately. Seven little ones later, Chris had been living in fear of losing his family since dozens of men were sent away to repent for unknown reasons. One day, t…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Polygamous Mormon Cult “Lost Boys” (a former member takes them in) 1:26:16

18d ago1:26:16

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Ben grew up in the FLDS (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) living with 2 moms and 28 siblings. He started working on a construction site around 8 years old and had his own crew by 16, despite only having a 3rd grade education from the private FLDS school. After realizing the outside world ISN’T all evil, he escaped the cul…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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265: “Let Us Prey” Documentary Series Coming Soon! 8:30

19d ago8:30

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For three years, I've had to keep this under wraps, and I can honestly say it's been one of the hardest secrets I've ever had to keep! I'm honored to share the screen with so many brave, amazing people. I love everyone involved and am thankful for close friendships that have been formed over the past few years—some initially through the podcast and…

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Cults to Consciousness

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The Harms of Undiagnosed Autism in a Strict Catholic School 1:15:39

19d ago1:15:39

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Kelly recounts her difficult childhood growing up Catholic as an undiagnosed autistic girl. There were good times and traumatic times that completely shaped her life path and who she is today. She spent 3rd grade through high school in a private catholic school mostly run by nuns who weren’t happy about Vatican II and she explains how they often to…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Catholic Priest Prescribes KNEELING ON FINGERS to Cast Out Sexual Demons 1:41:07

20d ago1:41:07

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Homeschooled in a Traditional Catholic co-op, Anthony was given extreme guidance from a priest which has had negative long term ramifications. He explains the difference between traditional Catholicism and mainstream Catholicism and how one operates using common mind controls tactics. We also discuss themes of how purity culture can be damaging to …

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The Evolution of Faith Podcast

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Part 1 - End of the World as We Know It (An End Times Conversation) 33:02

21d ago33:02

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As we examine current events in Israel, many people are asking, "Is this the end times?" How can we comprehend the end times? Will Israel play a role in the unfolding of the end times? How have Christ-followers understood the end times throughout history? What is unique about American Christianity and its main view of the end times? Join Zach and D…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Her Dark Reality After “Escaping Polygamy” ft. Amanda Rae 1:10:11

1M ago1:10:11

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From the TV show “Escaping Polygamy”, Amanda Rae is known for calling out The Order, which is the incestuous polygamous cult she was born and raised in. She goes into depth on her channel about the stories of the men who have nearly 200 children with multiple women. However, everyone is dying to know how SHE has been coping since escaping the cult …

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Cults to Consciousness

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FORCED BACK to “The Order” Incestuous Polygamous Cult at 16 After Escaping 1:35:10

1M ago1:35:10

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After begging for a proper education at 14, Allison had to take things into her own hands. Knowing she was about to be forced into polygamy, she went around her parents at every turn to give herself a different future. One that didn’t involve reproducing with 1/2 siblings or cousins. A road block at every turn didn’t dissuade her from listening to …

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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264: Listener Q&A w/ Michael McNeilly | Paul Chappell, Crown College, Why Focus on the IFB? 44:39

1M ago44:39

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Welcome back to the Preacher Boys podcast! In this episode, we dive into your questions and address some crucial topics. Host Eric Skwarczynski is joined by Michael McNeilly, also known as the Sheriff of the Preacher Boys Official Discussion Group. We've handpicked a selection of your queries from the YouTube comments, and if you have more on your …

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Cults to Consciousness

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“Escaping Polygamy TV Show Literally Saved My Life” 48:20

1M ago48:20

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Manipulated into saying yes to a betrothal to her cousin at 8 yrs old, Michelle knew there was no way she would raise her future family in this incestuous polygamous cult. Her father had 16 wives including half sisters and nieces (one of which was her mother). The horrible treatment in the group caused her to plot her escape and get emancipated at …

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Cults to Consciousness

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The Reality of a Dangerous Incestuous Father of 200+ 1:13:20

1M ago1:13:20

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**Content Warning: Multiple depictions of child abuse and infant death** This incestuous polygamous Mormon sect promotes and endorses extreme punishments. Michelle had a father who took pleasure in these punishments. Aside from that, her first job was at 4 yrs old which grew to 3 jobs by the time she was in Jr High. Against all odds, she graduated …

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Cults to Consciousness

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Escaping “THE ORDER” Incestuous Polygamy Cult (Un-Aired Details) ft. Shanell Snow DeRieux 1:18:49

1M ago1:18:49

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*Content Warning: Sexual Abuse, Domestic Violence, Attempted Suicide, Rape* Growing up in a cult known for its incestuous polygamy and grooming for marriage at 3, Shanell was set up for failure from the beginning. After being coerced into choosing a husband at 18, she married her first cousin and everything quickly went downhill. Her relationship w…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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263: Jill Duggar is "Monetizing Her Trauma" (And She Has Every Right To) 14:35

1M ago14:35

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Read my Full Article: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/jill-duggar-is-monetizing-her-trauma As Jill Duggar says in her book, she had to keep her reality separate from the narrative presented on reality TV. What people had seen in the past was essentially Jim Bob's twisted narrative. Now, she's brave enough to share the truth about her experience…

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Cults to Consciousness

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INCESTUOUS Polygamy Mandatory for Salvation: Growing Up In “The Order” 1:28:46

2M ago1:28:46

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**Content warning: multiple depictions of child abuse** Growing up with 14 moms and nearly 200 siblings in an insulated community with very strict rules, proves to be extremely challenging and confusing. Shanell wasn’t even supposed to know who her biological father was, but was smart enough to figure it out. Not allowed to go to High School, she h…

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Cults to Consciousness

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AMISH Mother Shunned for Protecting Her Daughters from Their Father 1:04:41

2M ago1:04:41

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Forced into the Amish lifestyle, Audrey had no choice but to conform to the strict Amish standards. She married young, and later found out her husband had been hurting their daughters in unimaginable ways. Most Amish mothers side with their husbands in this situation, but not Audrey. After taking her soon to be ex husband to court, the entire commu…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Swartzentruber AMISH: The Unknown SINISTER Side of the Strictist Settlement 1:25:24

2M ago1:25:24

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An expert witness for Amish and Mennonite court cases, Lizzie explains the rules of her intense settlement before taking us through her unbelievable story of disaster, lethal betrayal, tragedy, abandonment and perseverance. She even gives us a glimpse of the strange dating practice which takes place in the woman’s bedroom. Resources: https://www.th…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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262: Christian School Teacher CAUGHT on Camera | 6 Felony Charges 34:48

2M ago34:48

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Subscribe to my free Preacher Boys newsletter: https://preacherboys.substack.com/ ✖️✖️✖️ Stephen Ayon – Music Director at Fishers Baptist Church in Fishers, Indiana – was arrested on September 29, 2023, on six felony charges after being confronted by self-proclaimed predator hunters. He was charged with… 1. Dissemination of matter or conducting per…

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Cults to Consciousness

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AMISH: Her Unlicensed Midwives Used Veterinary Tools 1:24:50

2M ago1:24:50

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*Content warning: SA, beastiality, DV, infant death, miscarriage** Having been blissfully unaware of the methods of control and "ownership" of women growing up in the Amish, Elizabeth was not prepared for the dark and brutal marriage that followed. Her husband forbid her to going to the hospital for her 8 births which left her in questionable and d…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Her ISOLATION in a Strict Mennonite Cult Led to Madness 1:22:52

2M ago1:22:52

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From an atheist household to strict Mennonite, Jasper had an incredible amount of adjusting to do as a teenager. Her love for riding horses and asking questions branded her with “unruly” and “rebellious”. Anyone who got close to her was shipped away and eventually, due to lack of socialization and acceptance, her mental health quickly deteriorated.…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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261: Escaping Toxic Environments | Ft. ASHLEY EASTER + Claudia King, Sarah Edmondson, Emily Anderson 1:18:32

2M ago1:18:32

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Join the 30 Days of Courage NOW, and you'll be part of a powerful FREE online event starting October 1st-30th inside the Courage 365 Facebook group. This year, we're taking it to the next level! Prepare to be blown away and empowered as we bring you incredible survivor and advocate panelists who will share their courageous insights and stories that…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Growing Up in an Incestuous Mormon Cult 57:11

2M ago57:11

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The reality of having multiple mothers can be a dark one. The little ones are the ones who suffer the most. Within this clear imbalance of power lies an eldest son, laden with far too many responsibilities. Eventually, Val is kicked out of his own community, partly due to his sexual preferences. Although, he was well on his way out to freedom and h…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Mormon Polygamist Cult EXPLOITS Minors at 25 Cents per Hour 1:36:58

2M ago1:36:58

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Apostolic United Brethren prophesied this now comedian would restore the true LDS (Mormon) church to the earth. In Ben's case, 2 moms prove to be far more difficult than convenient, as he was dealing with working long hours for little to know money at 8. Click here to watch on YouTube Follow Ben on Social: Instagram @thefreshkingbenjamin https://ww…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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260: Mississippi Youth Pastor Arrested, Evangelist Behind Bars, and Other Updates from the IFB 58:50

2M ago58:50

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This episode is made possible by Audible. Claim a FREE 30-day trial of Audible Premium Plus here: https://amzn.to/4563R2W ✖️✖️✖️ On today's episode, I'm breaking down a couple of headlines of abuse within the Independent Fundamental Baptist Movement, giving some expanded thoughts on Jill Duggar's book Counting the Cost, and sharing a really fascina…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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259: The Power of Telling Stories | Introducing Story Jam 2023 (ft. Shelly Snow Pordea + Jon Snow) 24:27

2M ago24:27

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Prepare for an intimate and inspiring evening of storytelling, song, poetry, and art featuring a diverse line-up of thriving survivors… The 1st Annual Story Jam is happening in St. Louis! Be they cults, high-demand groups, organizations or companies, spiritually abusive churches or families, or high-control schools or programs, our stories can shed…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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258: Inside Jill Duggar's Book | Counting the Cost Review 38:57

2M ago38:57

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Purchase a copy of Counting the Cost here: https://amzn.to/3LsOXNj For the first time, discover the unedited truth about the Duggars, the traditional Christian family that captivated the nation on TLC’s hit show 19 Kids and Counting. Jill Duggar and her husband Derick are finally ready to share their story, revealing the secrets, manipulation, and …

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Cults to Consciousness

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Narcissistic Parents Did the Unspeakable to Their Young Daughter (ft. Isami Daehn) 1:05:47

3M ago1:05:47

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**Content warning: CHILD SA, ANOREXIA, CA, TRAFF*CKING** At 9 Years Old, Isami Daehn was traded by her narcissistic mother, in exchange for piano lessons for her and her siblings. Isami now speaks out about the horrors of growing up in a narcissistic, high demand family, while being raised an Independent Fundamentalist Baptist in Japan. Not all hig…

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Cults to Consciousness

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The Expert Witness Who TOOK DOWN Danny Masterson 50:55

3M ago50:55

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Once a top ranking Scientologist, now a former, Claire Headley was called to testify in the 2nd, most recent trial of Danny Masterson on his SA convictions of 3 women. As an Expert Witness, her testimony helped the jury understand why Scientology itself played a crucial role in the suppression of evidence. He has just been found guilty, and sentenc…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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257: How Bob Jones University Treats Survivors | Erin Burchwell 1:08:05

3M ago1:08:05

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Erin Burchwell is a Columbus, Ohio-based florist, designer and illustrator. She grew up as a faculty kid on the campus of Bob Jones University, an extremely conservative Christian college known for its strict rules and controversial beliefs. In 2014, Erin interviewed with GRACE, an independent ombudsman who reviewed the University’s mishandling of …

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Cults to Consciousness

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The Reality of Growing Up with PURITY CULTURE in a Sex-Obsessed World 1:10:26

3M ago1:10:26

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**Content warning: Open dialogue around sex & mentions of SA & Rape** Purity culture seems innocent and shiny on the outside, but when you look closer, understanding there are two sides to every coin, it gets dark and dangerous. Kendra and I take an honest look at the intentions of purity culture and how it often backfires and creates more issues i…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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256: "Is it God's Will, or Dad's Will?" | Jessica Willis Fisher 1:23:07

3M ago1:23:07

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Purchase a copy of Jessica Willis Fisher's memoir here: https://amzn.to/3qVyhXU Growing up the eldest daughter in a large, highly controlled, fundamentalist Christian household, Jessica Willis was groomed to perform and conform to her father's disturbing and chaotic teachings. Cut off from anything unapproved by her father, Jessica was persistently…

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Cults to Consciousness

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The DANGEROUS Lengths Scientology Went to Destroy Marc Headley 47:17

3M ago47:17

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Scientology Sea Org employees who work at the headquarters in Southern California, are treated like prisoners. After Marc was falsely accused of embezzling money, they threatened to take hime away from his wife to put him in a rehabilitation center. His only other option was a dangerous escape off of the property. Learn how a civilian saved his lif…

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Cults to Consciousness

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SCIENTOLOGY: When A Coerced Child Joins A Cult to Survive (ft. Marc Headley) 57:59

3M ago57:59

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His mother converted to Scientology when he was 6 years old and his life changed forever. When he rejected the teachings, she kicked him out of the house and he was forced to find friends to live with which was never permanent. At 15 years old with no place to live, no money, no job and no real world experience having only an education at a Sciento…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Top SCIENTOLOGY Commercial & Film Director Reveals UNEXPECTED Insider Secrets 1:16:23

3M ago1:16:23

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Commercial director Mitch Brisker was scouted by Scientology to put them on the map and he did! His Dianetics commercials were a huge hit and mostly responsible for selling millions of copies of the books. They convinced him to go work at Golden Era Productions where he turned around the entire film department and started making good quality work f…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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255: David Hyles Unveils New Ministry Alongside Disgraced Pastor Paul Kingsbury 18:55

3M ago18:55

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North Love Baptist Church is embroiled in a scandal involving over thirty allegations of sexual abuse. The accusations span across various ministries, including North Love Christian School and Reformers Unanimous. Pastor and co-founder Paul Kingsbury, who led the ministry for decades, resigned amid public outcry in 2021. While not directly named in…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Her BRUTAL Escape From Scientology: The UNREAL Story of Top Ranking Sea Org Member, Claire Headley 1:36:19

3M ago1:36:19

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Claire was raised as product of Scientology. Her early childhood years spent in Scientology boarding schools away from her parents. As a teenager, she doubled down and rose up to one of the highest ranks possible where she was working directly for David Miscavige. Witnessing David's abusive ways and after she was forced to do horrific things, she k…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Scientology’s Abandoned and Neglected Children (ft. Claire Headley) 1:03:58

3M ago1:03:58

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Claire Headley, President of The Aftermath Foundation, recounts her difficult childhood in the primary hands of Scientology in the UK. Coerced to sign a billion year contract by 7 years old, her life was dedicated to learning how to be the best Sea Org member she could possibly be. Longing to be a “normal” kid like those in her public school, she h…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Horrific Teachings Mormon Church Doesn't Want You to Know About (ft.@nuancehoe) 1:23:07

3M ago1:23:07

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Back again for our 1 year channel anniversary is @nuancehoe ! Peek behind the curtain with us to discover the dark and dirty past of Mormon (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) history and even what current LDS apologists are up to in the name of fundamentalism. We both believe that true change, does not come from gaslighting or preten…

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Preacher Boys Podcast

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254: JON SNOW | Actor & Advocate Talks Healing After the Trauma of Abuse 1:07:56

3M ago1:07:56

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[This interview was recorded prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike.] Jon Snow is an actor and writer, but he is first and foremost the survivor of both a cult and of sexual abuse. Raised primarily in St. Louis, Missouri, Jon ran away from home and the cult when he was just 17 years old, between his junior and senior years of high school. The cult, the sexu…

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253: Responding to Ken Schaap's Podcast on Church Hurt + Breaking Down the Week's Headlines 39:24

3M ago39:24

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01:22:20 – On August 1st, Robert Lazzell, former principal of First Baptist School and a deacon at First Baptist Church, was sentenced to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to Criminal Sexual Assault against former student Michael Young. It’s important to note that Lazzell is the third prominent former staff member to be charged with sexual c…

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Cults to Consciousness

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Former Missionary Dissects Mormon Manipulation Tactics (ft. Irene's Entropy) 1:35:55

4M ago1:35:55

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**Content Warning: self harm, brief mention of child SA** From forced Molly Mormon into rockstar, Irene discusses what her life was like being raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormonism) and the extreme manipulation tactics that were used to keep members active. She attended the Mormon university BYU and served a mission i…

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Cults to Consciousness

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How Being Pentecostal Primed Her for Korean JMS Cult 1:08:18

4M ago1:08:18

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Liz was brainwashed and sucked into a dangerous Korean cult, groomed to be one of the cult leader's spiritual brides. They preyed on her love for Christianity and longing to belong. This episode explores her upbringing as a Pentecostal Christian which adds layers of context to help us understand how she was primed to fall into the JMS cult. Click h…

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