Leaving Eden Podcast

Joshua Duggar has filed a new legal motion in the hopes to secure his freedom. We discuss this motion.Former star of TLC's "19 Kids and Counting," Duggar was convicted of possessing child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) in 2021 and still has many years left on his prison sentence.Last week, we asked LGBTQ listeners what they would say to their younger selves! On this episode, we read their responses!Subscribe to Leaving Eden Podcast on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4q94gAnsoW2jME4SvVrrQJoin our discord server! https://discord.gg/G5wXrMH6k6Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On today's episode, we discuss Dino Kartsonakis, the "Christian Liberace," and his surprising lack of scandals or controversies!Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/G5wXrMH6k6Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review Paul Olliges' new children's book, "Pabs: Legend of Bloodfang." Paul Olliges is a Christian Fundie YouTube content creator. He and his wife Morgan run social media channels dedicated to their christian lifestyle. This April, Paul self-published a children's book that he says is inspired by books including Redwall, Chronicles of Narnia, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, and Warriors. Paul has expressed a desire for this book to make its way into elementary school libraries. Many have speculated that this book may contain fundie themes or messaging. Many have speculated that the book's cover was made using generative AI.Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/G5wXrMH6k6Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the Conclave process by which the Roman Catholic Church chooses a new leader. Then, we discuss some potential candidates!Please support our show on Patreon for extended episodes and early access! https://patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcastJoin our discord server! https://discord.gg/G5wXrMH6k6Join our Facebook group! Facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the Netflix series Adolescence, as well as the manosphere.Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/G5wXrMH6k6Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we are joined by Chad Harris (AKA Archraddish85) to talk about missions conferences! Also, Gavi live-reacts to missions classic banger tunes "People Need The Lord" and "Thank You For Giving To The Lord." Sadie is very sick so her voice sounds like Michelle Duggar.Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/G5wXrMH6k6Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we play a game of "would you rather" and this time, it's fundie themed! Hope you enjoy!Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/G5wXrMH6k6Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last month, we released two episodes about the future of the church and deprogramming friends/family members from the MAGA movement. Our listeners had thoughts about these episodes that we decided to share with you!A big thank you to Caroline, Brian, Megan, and Norman for writing to us!Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/jpbGb6rhJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we (facetiously) discuss the possibility that Donald Trump is the antichrist from Revelation 13, and that Elon Musk is the false prophet.Join our discord server! https://discord.gg/uM4SP2EsJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Sadie teaches us about church history and where the idea of christian denominations comes from.Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we are joined by author Gerette Buglion, who joined a self-help cult related to dream interpretation and new age spirituality at the age of 33. She stayed in this cult for nearly two decades before leaving. Her story is deeply fascinating, we hope you enjoy it!Our discord server is now open! Join at https://discord.gg/pg9yXVyHJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we discuss useful techniques for deprogramming MAGA Trump supporters in your life. We publish this episode with the understanding that this is not something that everybody will be able to do, but that those who can do so and deem it prudent should follow this advice.We are planning a listener responses episode for this one (as well as last week's episode about the future of the church). If you would like your thoughts featured/discussed, please send it to us at LeavingEdenPod@gmail.comOur discord server is now open! Join at https://discord.gg/jdhTmbE4Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss demographic trends going on within Christianity and the inevitability of Atheists outnumbering Christians in the United States. We discuss the reasons for this trend, what the church is TRYING to do to stop it, and what the church COULD do to stop it.FULL SOURCE LIST FOR THIS EPISODE IS AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE AND CAN BE FOUND AT Patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcastAlso, OUR DISCORD SERVER IS NOW OPEN! Join now! https://discord.gg/jdhTmbE4Join our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the breaking story that online tradwife Patriarchy Hannah (@harmonizedgrace) is not in fact the submissive wife to Tony and the mother of 14 children, but has secretly been convicted felon and online kinkster Jennifer Bays, of Arkansas.In this episode we also discuss the fraud allegations against online homeschooling advocate Rachel Wilson (@Rach4Patriarchy).Also, OUR DISCORD SERVER IS NOW OPEN! Join now! https://discord.gg/4hcn9bcEThe Leaving Eden Podcast is a religious deconstruction podcast. The basis for this show is our host Sadie Carpenter's upbringing in an extreme and culty branch of christianity known as the IFB movement. We use this experience to discuss cults, religion, and christian fundamentalism.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss Aimee Semple McPherson's alleged kidnapping, legal troubles, public reputation, and family struggles later in life.The Leaving Eden Podcast is a religious deconstruction podcast. The basis for this show is our host Sadie Carpenter's upbringing in an extreme and culty branch of christianity known as the IFB movement. We use this experience to discuss cults, religion, and christian fundamentalism.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the first of a 2 part episode about Aimee Semple McPherson, a woman who was possibly the first ever megachurch preacher in the early 1900s. Her story is as incredible as it is scandalous. We hope you enjoy!The Leaving Eden Podcast is a religious deconstruction podcast. The basis for this show is our host Sadie Carpenter's upbringing in an extreme and culty branch of christianity known as the IFB movement. We use this experience to discuss cults, religion, and christian fundamentalism.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we answer 6 questions asked to the r/deconstruction subreddit covering a variety of topics including fear of disappointing your parents, figuring out what music to listen to, and telling your spouse that you've been having doubts.The Leaving Eden Podcast is a religious deconstruction podcast. The basis for this show is our host Sadie Carpenter's upbringing in an extreme and culty branch of christianity known as the IFB movement. We use this experience to discuss cults, religion, and christian fundamentalism.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we deconstruct the Book of JonahThe Leaving Eden Podcast is a religious deconstruction podcast. The basis for this show is our host Sadie Carpenter's upbringing in an extreme and culty branch of christianity known as the IFB movement. We use this experience to discuss cults, religion, and christian fundamentalism.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we review Jinger Duggar's new book, "People Pleaser: Breaking Free From the Burden of Imaginary Expectations" The Leaving Eden Podcast is a religious deconstruction podcast. The basis for this show is our host Sadie Carpenter's upbringing in an extreme and culty branch of christianity known as the IFB movement. We use this experience to discuss cults, religion, and christian fundamentalism. WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the Alamo Christian cult following Susan's death in 1982 up until Tony's 2009 imprisonment and death in 2017. This episode contains discussions of child abuse including physical, sexual, and mental abuse, as well as exploitation of child labor. WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first part of this 2 part episode, we discuss Tony and Susan Alamo's origins, The start of their cult ministry in Southern California, and their move to Arkansas.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we are joined by Dinah House-Fire to review what happened in 2024, and to make predictions for 2025!WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss Frank Capra's 1946 Christmas classic, "It's A Wonderful Life."WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the ensoulation of Frankenstein's monster, whether Bella and Edward from Twilight get to go to heaven, and whether or not you can baptize in SoBe lifewater.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we discuss cannibalism, lab-grown human meat, cloned dinosaurs, and whether or not AI can go to heaven.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we talk about the Insane Clown Posse, the Juggalo subculture, and the cult/gang allegations that have been made against them.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we review a purity culture parental guide book written by Richard and Renee Durfield, which outlines the concept of a Key Talk.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss Ron Wyatt's claim that he discovered the remains of chariots at the bottom of the Gulf of Aqaba, thereby proving the truth of the biblical account of the Exodus.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we discuss the Pixy Stix Killer and his connection to fundamentalism!WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we discuss recent allegations of domestic abuse against NIFB hate preacher Steven Anderson by several of his children.THIS EPISODE CONTAINS GRAPHIC DISCUSSIONS OF CHILD ABUSE INCLUDING PHYSICAL ABUSE, MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL ABUSE, AS WELL AS QUOTES THAT CONTAIN ABLEIST, HOMOPHOBIC, AND ANTI-ISLAMIC HATE-SPEECH. THIS EPISODE ALSO CONTAINS DISCUSSION OF BDSM.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss John R. Rice's reputation within the IFB during his later life and after his death, as well as his book "Bobbed Hair, Bossy Wives, and Women Preachers."WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason (JaScam) got married to Maddie Duggar in a fall-themed ceremony in eastern Tennessee. The boys wore tan suits.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we discuss John R Rice's Texas origins, his racist teachings, his connections to the broader evangelical movement in the US, and his Sword of the Lord newspaper, which has been central to the IFB.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Sadie discusses the fundie cultural quirk of not getting proper licenses or permits for things, and Gavi compares the King James Version of the Bible to The Message version of the Bible. In the third segment, we discuss a few fundie glossary terms!WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(Alleged) Pedophile David Hyles wrote a book called "Successful Church Youth Work" in 1976. In this episode, Sadie reads this book and gives us the lowdown. We also discuss the recent death by suicide of David Hyles' close associate, David Baker, whose death occurred days after he was arrested for sex crimes against a minor.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Duggar (JaScam) is currently facing a lawsuit alleging he committed breach of contract, breach of warranties, negligence, and fraud. In this episode, Gavi presents his research on the lawsuit and the potential distractions in Jason's life which prevented him from making good on his word.https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/geq8xmnt2kapqqf39zdvl/Complaint-against-Jason-Duggar.pdf?rlkey=fm02dptma2yu341jcxcpkfgaj&e=1&st=oud07jua&dl=0WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Sadie discusses how climbing Mount Everest, and "summit fever" are similar to cult control.Episode sources:https://www.patreon.com/posts/112018415?pr=trueWE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss Project 2025, the heritage foundation's blueprint and policy priorities for a 2nd Trump presidential term.Note: You are absolutely free to not believe Gavi's conspiracy theory about cryptocurrency. He's not even 100% sure that he believes it. This is not a conspiracy cult. SOURCES for this episode are located on a FREE post on our patreon. https://www.patreon.com/posts/111686523?pr=trueWE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jana Duggar has gotten married to Stephen Wissman.In this episode we talk about:Why it is unusual for a 34 year old woman to be unmarried in the IBLPWho is Stephen Wissman?Who was in the wedding?Was the bridal party modest to IBLP Standards?Lori Alexander AKA The Transformed Wife's reaction to the weddingKatie Joy from Without A Crystal Ball's cease and desist controversyMormon home goodsWE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we react to listener stories about their experiences with religious teachings about the rapture, the book of revelation, premillennialism, the end times, and the second coming of Jesus. WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we discuss how authoritarian regimes function as cults.The story of Ron Jones and the Third Wave:https://libcom.org/article/third-wave-1967-account-ron-jonesWE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we discuss three potential antichrist candidates; Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Mikhail Gorbachev. Sourceshttps://billygraham.org/answer/will-we-be-able-to-identify-the-antichrist/https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1092&context=pretrib_archhttps://www.npr.org/sections/vox-politics/2008/08/left_behind_authors_obama_does_1.htmlhttps://www.tiktok.com/@christwillreturn/video/7260202898137861422https://rickbrannan.com/2018/04/23/physical-descriptions-of-the-antichrist/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mopkn0lPzM8https://www.google.com/books/edition/Satan_as_Barack_Obama/yzeB9wxdVocC?hl=en&gbpv=1&printsec=frontcoverhttps://nymag.com/intelligencer/2019/08/heres-how-wed-really-know-that-trump-is-the-antichrist.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/what-you-need-to-know-about-666-fifth-avenue/ WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by author Tia Levings, who discusses her new book, "A Well Trained Wife." This book chronicles Tia's journey into and daring escape from christian patriarchy. We highly recommend this book.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emanuel Swedenborg was an 18th century scientist, philosopher, and religious mystic who believed that the church of the day was corrupted and believed that his writings were the divinely inspired second coming of Jesus. In this episode, we discuss the niche (but very interesting) christian movement known as Swedenborgianism. Sources:18th Century College – https://archives.upenn.edu/exhibits/penn-history/18th-century/college/ Swedenborgianism wiki – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_New_Church_(Swedenborgian) Swedenborg wiki – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emanuel_Swedenborg Swedenborg: Brittanica – https://www.britannica.com/biography/Emanuel-Swedenborg/His-theology Dream Diary – https://publicdomainreview.org/collection/emanuel-swedenborg-s-journal-of-dreams-and-spiritual-experiences-in-the-year-1744-1918/ Dream Diary 2 - https://publicdomainreview.org/essay/the-erotic-dreams-of-emanuel-swedenborg/ Dream Diary internet archive – https://archive.org/details/emanuelswedenbor00swed/page/27/mode/1up Restorationism – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restorationism https://www.britannica.com/biography/Emanuel-Swedenborg/His-theology Kant on Swedenborg http://www.newtheism.com/papers/S.Palmquist/KCSP.htmJoseph Smith on Swedenborg https://rsc.byu.edu/doctrine-covenants-revelations-context/joseph-smith-emanuel-swedenborg-section-76-importance-bible-latter-day-revelationhttps://swedenborg.org/explore/beliefs/ Wayfarer's Chapel – https://www.wayfarerschapel.org/weddings/ Wayfarer's Chapel wiki – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wayfarers_Chapel Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, we discuss fundie reactions to the Trump Trial, JRod's trip to Vegas, the WNBA, and Kanye West's new adult video entertainment company.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sadie is out again this week, so Gavi is joined by Dinah House-Fire, and they review the original Left Behind movie starring Kirk Cameron, as well as the remake starring Nicolas Cage.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Gavi is joined by Chad Harris to talk about Generation Joshua and Patrick Henry College, two offshoots of the HSLDA which seek to promote christian nationalism in the US government.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we react to Dancing for the Devil: The 7M Tiktok Cult, which is now streaming on Netflix. This documentary covers the exploitation of young Tiktok dance influencers by Pastor Robert Shinn, Shekinah church, and the associated 7M films management company.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In one of our favorite yearly traditions, Dinah House-Fire returns and this time, delivers her drag origin story!WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we read listener stories for pride month! We discuss topics including microlabels, staying alive out of spite, churches that pretend to be affirming, and the struggle for acceptance as a bisexual christian!WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Twitter:https://twitter.com/HellYeahSadieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LeavingEdenPodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/GavrielHaCohenur pride month with an interview with Andrew Pledger. Andrew tells us of his fundamentalist upbringing, his realization that his sexual orientation, his decision to leave fundamentalism, and his daring declaration of his decision to leave (in school art project form) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.