Jimmy Snow

This week on RfRx, we are putting in a call to Jimmy Snow, sometimes known as Mr. Atheist. Jimmy will be joining us to discuss his experiences growing up Mormon, ranging from numerous unsuccessful attempts at getting excommunicated to the complex interplay between systems of faith, family, and oppression. We will also be announcing an exciting collaboration between Recovering from Religion and The Line! Jimmy Snow is the executive producer of the call-in show The Line in order to pay for his true passion: making ergonomic wooden work from home furniture for ferrets. He’s also allegedly an ex-Mormon. Join us for the talk to learn more about Jimmy and his work!   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, we are putting in a call to Jimmy Snow, sometimes known as Mr. Atheist. Jimmy will be joining us to discuss his experiences growing up Mormon, ranging from numerous unsuccessful attempts at getting excommunicated to the complex interplay between systems of faith, family, and oppression. We will also be announcing an exciting collaboration between Recovering from Religion and The Line! Jimmy Snow is the executive producer of the call-in show The Line in order to pay for his true passion: making ergonomic wooden work from home furniture for ferrets. He’s also allegedly an ex-Mormon. Join us for the talk to learn more about Jimmy and his work! For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E194: Answering the Call w/ Jimmy Snow

Darrel Ray

With the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers in the news, as well as male lone-shooters almost daily, we might ask: “What is going on with men and boys?” Or maybe you've heard the term "incel" and wondered where that is coming from? This week on RfRx, Dr. Ray will discuss a wide range of issues, trends and statistics that may surprise you - from dating site trends, to college attendance, marriage, and a host of other things affecting men and boys. Dr Darrel Ray is the Founder &amp; President of Recovering from Religion. He has been a psychologist for over thirty years and is the author of four books: including "The God Virus-How Religion Infects Our Lives and Culture" and "Sex and God-How Religion Distorts Sexuality". Dr. Ray has been a student of religion most of his life and holds a Masters Degree in religion as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology/Anthropology with a Doctorate in Psychology.   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

With the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers in the news, as well as male lone-shooters almost daily, we might ask: “What is going on with men and boys?” Or maybe you've heard the term "incel" and wondered where that is coming from? This week on RfRx, Dr. Ray will discuss a wide range of issues, trends and statistics that may surprise you - from dating site trends, to college attendance, marriage, and a host of other things affecting men and boys. Dr Darrel Ray is the Founder &amp; President of Recovering from Religion. He has been a psychologist for over thirty years and is the author of four books: including "The God Virus-How Religion Infects Our Lives and Culture" and "Sex and God-How Religion Distorts Sexuality". Dr. Ray has been a student of religion most of his life and holds a Masters Degree in religion as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology/Anthropology with a Doctorate in Psychology. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E193: Incels and the Boy Crisis w/ Dr. Darrel Ray

This week on RfRx, join us for a discussion of healthy activism with secular and progressive activist ObjectivelyDan. Dan will talk about what healthy activism is all about, sustainable ways to be an activist, and avoiding activism fatigue while still working on causes that matter. ObjectivelyDan is a content creator most known as the creator and primary host of Truth Wanted, a weekly call-in show that talks about what people believe and why. He is an advocate for Street Epistemology, a method for talking to people about their beliefs in an exploratory and constructive manner. Dan was once a Christian when he was first exposed to Street Epistemology, and is now an outspoken igtheist who dedicates himself to secular and progressive activism.   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, join us for a discussion of healthy activism with secular and progressive activist ObjectivelyDan. Dan will talk about what healthy activism is all about, sustainable ways to be an activist, and avoiding activism fatigue while still working on causes that matter. ObjectivelyDan is a content creator most known as the creator and primary host of Truth Wanted, a weekly call-in show that talks about what people believe and why. He is an advocate for Street Epistemology, a method for talking to people about their beliefs in an exploratory and constructive manner. Dan was once a Christian when he was first exposed to Street Epistemology, and is now an outspoken igtheist who dedicates himself to secular and progressive activism. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E192: Healthy Activism with ObjectivelyDan

Kara Griffin

This week on RfRx, Dr. Kara Griffin will discuss techniques for navigating difficult conversations related to religion and non-belief with important people in your life. We will go over deciding whether and how to start a conversation, setting yourself up for more productive interactions, knowing when to take a break, and avoiding common pitfalls. Bring your questions and join us for the interactive conversation! Dr. Griffin was raised an evangelical Christian but left the faith in college to pursue their lifelong passion for learning and appreciating - rather than condemning - the diversity of humans and other animals we share our planet with. They hold a Master’s Degree in Dispute Resolution &amp; Conflict Management and a PhD in Anthropology. Kara has worked as a hostage negotiator, mediator, and crisis communication trainer. Kara enjoys volunteering with secular organizations that support other people who may have experienced judgment, repression, trauma or other struggles related to their involvement with religious ideology. Kara serves as the Online Programming Director at Recovering From Religion and hosts the weekly RfRx Talks with the other (much cooler) co-hosts and volunteers.   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, Dr. Kara Griffin will discuss techniques for navigating difficult conversations related to religion and non-belief with important people in your life. We will go over deciding whether and how to start a conversation, setting yourself up for more productive interactions, knowing when to take a break, and avoiding common pitfalls. Bring your questions and join us for the interactive conversation! Dr. Griffin was raised an evangelical Christian but left the faith in college to pursue their lifelong passion for learning and appreciating - rather than condemning - the diversity of humans and other animals we share our planet with. They hold a Master’s Degree in Dispute Resolution &amp; Conflict Management and a PhD in Anthropology. Kara has worked as a hostage negotiator, mediator, and crisis communication trainer. Kara enjoys volunteering with secular organizations that support other people who may have experienced judgment, repression, trauma or other struggles related to their involvement with religious ideology. Kara serves as the Online Programming Director at Recovering From Religion and hosts the weekly RfRx Talks with the other (much cooler) co-hosts and volunteers. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E190: Techniques For Difficult Conversations w/ Kara Griffin, PhD

David Teachout

Looking for help but wary of being proselytized to? This week on RfRx, David Teachout will discuss mental health care. Let’s explore why the Secular Therapy Project is a good idea, and what to be aware of when looking for a therapist professional.   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Looking for help but wary of being proselytized to? This week on RfRx, David Teachout will discuss mental health care. Let’s explore why the Secular Therapy Project is a good idea, and what to be aware of when looking for a therapist professional. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E189:Therapy isn’t a Sacrament w/ David Teachout

Phil Ferguson

This week on RfRx, we are putting all of those critical thinking skills we’ve been developing to good use. Phil Ferguson joins us to discuss the applications of skeptical thinking in major life decisions including evaluating one’s faith-based beliefs, making sound investment decisions, and helping kids work through religious ideas. Phil Ferguson has been an investment advisor representative since 1996 and is the president of Polaris Financial Planning LLC. Phil is also a long time activist in the secular movement. He has been on the board of The Secular Student Alliance and Atheist Alliance International. He now serves as the treasurer for the Reason Rally 2016. He is an active member of many of the national organizations and has helped start three local groups. Phil also gives talks to local groups and Large conventions. He has presented at TAM (The Amazing Meeting) and Skepticon – just to name a few!   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate    ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, we are putting all of those critical thinking skills we’ve been developing to good use. Phil Ferguson joins us to discuss the applications of skeptical thinking in major life decisions including evaluating one’s faith-based beliefs, making sound investment decisions, and helping kids work through religious ideas. Phil Ferguson has been an investment advisor representative since 1996 and is the president of Polaris Financial Planning LLC. Phil is also a long time activist in the secular movement. He has been on the board of The Secular Student Alliance and Atheist Alliance International. He now serves as the treasurer for the Reason Rally 2016. He is an active member of many of the national organizations and has helped start three local groups. Phil also gives talks to local groups and Large conventions. He has presented at TAM (The Amazing Meeting) and Skepticon – just to name a few! For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E188: Investing in the Future with Skeptical Thinking w/ Phil Ferguson

Lauren Alexander

This week on RfRx, we are joined by creativity coach and editor Lauren Alexander. Lauren will discuss how we can use writing and art to process and compost religious trauma. Join us this week for a presentation about how creativity can help us in recovery as well as addressing some of the concerns that come with creating and possibly sharing art. Lauren is an editor, atheist, and introverted weirdo. They work with writers and creatives to recover from perfectionism and work through deconstruction by using “ugly” art. They want authors and artists to just do the damn thing—the "damn thing" being to let go of the illusion of perfection and get their work out into the world! They're a writer and artist who focuses on making ugly things to bring playfulness into the creative practice and let go of mindset barriers.   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, we are joined by creativity coach and editor Lauren Alexander. Lauren will discuss how we can use writing and art to process and compost religious trauma. Join us this week for a presentation about how creativity can help us in recovery as well as addressing some of the concerns that come with creating and possibly sharing art. Lauren is an editor, atheist, and introverted weirdo. They work with writers and creatives to recover from perfectionism and work through deconstruction by using “ugly” art. They want authors and artists to just do the damn thing—the "damn thing" being to let go of the illusion of perfection and get their work out into the world! They're a writer and artist who focuses on making ugly things to bring playfulness into the creative practice and let go of mindset barriers. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E187: Using Creativity to Compost Religious Trauma w/ Lauren Alexander

Rob Palmer

This week on RfRx, we will be talking about Logical Fallacies. Why? Because recognizing these bad arguments can help you do two things: avoid being deceived by false claims made by others, and also stop using them yourself to justify questionable beliefs of your own. Rob Palmer, who has spoken about Critical Thinking at a previous RfRx, will be joining us this time to give a refresher on logical fallacies and lead the first-of-its-kind RfRx game, where those in attendance will have the opportunity to play on teams trying to outdo their competition in describing and identifying Logical Fallacies! (Participation optional. Everyone is welcome to listen and learn.) Rob Palmer has had a diverse aerospace engineering career, having worked as a spacecraft designer and tester, computer programmer, and software systems engineer. Rob began writing for Skeptical Inquirer in 2018, and has had over 60 articles published by Skeptical Inquirer and in other publications in 2 languages on 3 continents.Rob writes about contemporary skeptical issues, and has interviewed individuals as diverse as scientists Neil deGrasse Tyson and Richard Dawkins, Ann Druyan (producer and writer for the modern Cosmos series), Seth Andrews (host of The Thinking Atheist podcast), and even John de Lancie (Star Trek‘s Q).Rob has also been a speaker for various skeptic and humanist groups, including here at Recovering from Religion. He has spoken at Dragon Con, and thrice at CSICon, (the annual science and skepticism conference in Las Vegas.) Topics have included critical thinking, psychics and mediums, and the international Wikipedia editing project he volunteers for. He has been interviewed about these subjects on various podcasts and YouTube shows, including The Skeptic Zone, Big Picture Science, Be Rationable, The Phil Ferguson Show, Banachek’s Brain, 502 Conversations, and The Thinking Atheist.   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate   ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, we will be talking about Logical Fallacies. Why? Because recognizing these bad arguments can help you do two things: avoid being deceived by false claims made by others, and also stop using them yourself to justify questionable beliefs of your own. Rob Palmer, who has spoken about Critical Thinking at a previous RfRx, will be joining us this time to give a refresher on logical fallacies and lead the first-of-its-kind RfRx game, where those in attendance will have the opportunity to play on teams trying to outdo their competition in describing and identifying Logical Fallacies! (Participation optional. Everyone is welcome to listen and learn.) Rob Palmer has had a diverse aerospace engineering career, having worked as a spacecraft designer and tester, computer programmer, and software systems engineer. Rob began writing for Skeptical Inquirer in 2018, and has had over 60 articles published by Skeptical Inquirer and in other publications in 2 languages on 3 continents. Rob writes about contemporary skeptical issues, and has interviewed individuals as diverse as scientists Neil deGrasse Tyson and Richard Dawkins, Ann Druyan (producer and writer for the modern Cosmos series), Seth Andrews (host of The Thinking Atheist podcast), and even John de Lancie (Star Trek‘s Q). Rob has also been a speaker for various skeptic and humanist groups, including here at Recovering from Religion. He has spoken at Dragon Con, and thrice at CSICon, (the annual science and skepticism conference in Las Vegas.) Topics have included critical thinking, psychics and mediums, and the international Wikipedia editing project he volunteers for. He has been interviewed about these subjects on various podcasts and YouTube shows, including The Skeptic Zone, Big Picture Science, Be Rationable, The Phil Ferguson Show, Banachek’s Brain, 502 Conversations, and The Thinking Atheist. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E187: Logical Fallacies w/ Rob Palmer

Ethan Micheal

This week on RfRx, we’re having a casual conversation with Your Friendly Neighborhood Atheist, Ethan Micheal. We will discuss the value of open dialogue, honest conversation, and leaving space for surprise and the opportunity to learn. Bring your questions for Ethan and join us for a chance to imagine new ways of thinking and questioning old ones.Your Friendly Neighborhood Atheist believes in open, honest and friendly dialogue. He hosts a variety of shows ranging from Call-Ins, Interviews, Friendly Debates and even some Round tables about various beliefs and claims. He is also a long-time supporter of Recovering From Religion and hosts an annual fundraising event.For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org.Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org.To talk over the phone, dial:(844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; CanadaIf you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok.Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteerDonate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, we’re having a casual conversation with Your Friendly Neighborhood Atheist, Ethan Micheal. We will discuss the value of open dialogue, honest conversation, and leaving space for surprise and the opportunity to learn. Bring your questions for Ethan and join us for a chance to imagine new ways of thinking and questioning old ones. Your Friendly Neighborhood Atheist believes in open, honest and friendly dialogue. He hosts a variety of shows ranging from Call-Ins, Interviews, Friendly Debates and even some Round tables about various beliefs and claims. He is also a long-time supporter of Recovering From Religion and hosts an annual fundraising event. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E186: Meet Your Friendly Neighborhood Atheist w/ Ethan Micheal

Most of us pride ourselves on being rational, thinking creatures, but what about the role of emotions in human life and history? This week on RfRx, we are joined by one of the world’s leading experts on emotions: Dr. Richard Firth-Godbehere. His award-winning interdisciplinary research walks the line between history, psychology, linguistics, philosophy and futurism. This week he will discuss how our understandings of emotions change over time and space and how they can influence the wider world. Richard Firth-Godbehere, PhD, is one of the world’s leading experts on emotions. He is Distinguished Professor of Liberal Arts and Humanities at Woxsen University and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Centre for the History of the Emotions, Queen Mary University of London. His award-winning interdisciplinary research walks the line between history, psychology, linguistics, philosophy and futurism. Already translated into over twenty languages, Richard's latest book, 'A Human History of Emotion: How the Way We Feel Built the World We Know, is available from all good bookstores.   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Most of us pride ourselves on being rational, thinking creatures, but what about the role of emotions in human life and history? This week on RfRx, we are joined by one of the world’s leading experts on emotions: Dr. Richard Firth-Godbehere. His award-winning interdisciplinary research walks the line between history, psychology, linguistics, philosophy and futurism. This week he will discuss how our understandings of emotions change over time and space and how they can influence the wider world. Richard Firth-Godbehere, PhD, is one of the world’s leading experts on emotions. He is Distinguished Professor of Liberal Arts and Humanities at Woxsen University and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Centre for the History of the Emotions, Queen Mary University of London. His award-winning interdisciplinary research walks the line between history, psychology, linguistics, philosophy and futurism. Already translated into over twenty languages, Richard's latest book, 'A Human History of Emotion: How the Way We Feel Built the World We Know, is available from all good bookstores. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E185: A Human History of Emotion w/ Dr. Richard Firth-Godbehere

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Helen Greene

Magical thinking is the belief that one's words, actions, thoughts, or use of symbols have an effect on the external world and/or events. In this discussion, Helen Greene will explain how in childhood magical thinking starts, how people use it as a psychological tool, how even people without belief still practice magical thinking, and how to break oneself from falling into these patterns. Helen comes from a diverse background of beliefs. Raised Catholic then rejecting the church to move into paganism, she was a pagan high priestess for 10 years during her time in that faith. Eventually realizing through education and skeptical inquiry into herself, she came to the conclusion she had no solid evidence for her beliefs which brought her to a more humanistic and realistic worldview. Still studying psychology even out of college, she spends her time trying to understand human behavior, the emotional and psychological understandings of ourselves, and what forms our perspectives and why. On top of her volunteer work here at RfR, she is also a volunteer at the Atheist Community of Austin, an advocate of LGBTQIA+ rights, and a cohost of the podcast Left of the Valley. For fun, she enjoys horror (esp cosmic horror) and sci-fi movies, video gaming, and diving deep into made up world building stories such as the Lord of the Rings.   For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Magical thinking is the belief that one's words, actions, thoughts, or use of symbols have an effect on the external world and/or events. In this discussion, Helen Greene will explain how in childhood magical thinking starts, how people use it as a psychological tool, how even people without belief still practice magical thinking, and how to break oneself from falling into these patterns. Helen comes from a diverse background of beliefs. Raised Catholic then rejecting the church to move into paganism, she was a pagan high priestess for 10 years during her time in that faith. Eventually realizing through education and skeptical inquiry into herself, she came to the conclusion she had no solid evidence for her beliefs which brought her to a more humanistic and realistic worldview. Still studying psychology even out of college, she spends her time trying to understand human behavior, the emotional and psychological understandings of ourselves, and what forms our perspectives and why. On top of her volunteer work here at RfR, she is also a volunteer at the Atheist Community of Austin, an advocate of LGBTQIA+ rights, and a cohost of the podcast Left of the Valley. For fun, she enjoys horror (esp cosmic horror) and sci-fi movies, video gaming, and diving deep into made up world building stories such as the Lord of the Rings. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E184: Magical Thinking After Religion w/ Helen Greene

Exxtian Erin

Exxtian Erin joins us to discuss Pentecostal Christian marriage books and relationship advice, including some that have found their way into popular culture. From love languages to mandatory premarital counseling, we’ll review the good, the bad, and the silly in popular literature on the topic of love and relationships. Bring your questions, personal stories, and book recommendations for a light-hearted foray into the relationship advice we wish we’d gotten sooner or not at all. Erin is a host on the call-in show Truth Wanted with the atheist community of Austin where they talk to people about what they believe and why. She grew up in a Charismatic Pentecostal family and did it all: the Sunday school, Awanas bible memorization, youth groups, purity rings, summer camps, faith healing, and speaking in tongues. She did long term Missionary work, played worship bands and even went to bible college for a while. In 2019, now married with 2 kids, she deconstructed her faith completely and became an Atheist. She first started sharing her story anonymously online which quickly turned into her becoming an outspoken Atheist Activist. She now hosts a call-in show and is active in many online and in person Atheist Organizations. Her journey from Christianity to Atheist Activist has meant looking back and dissecting the harm caused by extreme supernatural beliefs. Now she continues to share her experiences and tries to help others think deeply about what they believe and why. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Exxtian Erin joins us to discuss Pentecostal Christian marriage books and relationship advice, including some that have found their way into popular culture. From love languages to mandatory premarital counseling, we’ll review the good, the bad, and the silly in popular literature on the topic of love and relationships. Bring your questions, personal stories, and book recommendations for a light-hearted foray into the relationship advice we wish we’d gotten sooner or not at all. Erin is a host on the call-in show Truth Wanted with the atheist community of Austin where they talk to people about what they believe and why. She grew up in a Charismatic Pentecostal family and did it all: the Sunday school, Awanas bible memorization, youth groups, purity rings, summer camps, faith healing, and speaking in tongues. She did long term Missionary work, played worship bands and even went to bible college for a while. In 2019, now married with 2 kids, she deconstructed her faith completely and became an Atheist. She first started sharing her story anonymously online which quickly turned into her becoming an outspoken Atheist Activist. She now hosts a call-in show and is active in many online and in person Atheist Organizations. Her journey from Christianity to Atheist Activist has meant looking back and dissecting the harm caused by extreme supernatural beliefs. Now she continues to share her experiences and tries to help others think deeply about what they believe and why. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E183: Awful Christian Relationship Advice w/ Exxtian Erin

Jennifer Manlowe

This week on RfRx, just in time for Valentines Day, Dr. Jennifer Manlowe discusses her new book, Cracking Up. This book draws from Dr. Manlowe’s research as a scholar of gender, psychology and religion, her professional experience as a secular therapist, and her personal experience being trained to be “a good girl” as a Roman Catholic in the late 20th century. The book looks at the micro and macroculture sexist messages sent to girls through religion, popular culture, and “family values” reflected in government and “protected” [mandated?] legal discourse. Being Catholic, meant living in a world focused on “legitimate” coupling as the only good–such messages are absurd, even funny at points, if you can crack up at them but, if you take them seriously, you may go mad. Since the mid 1990s, Dr. Jennifer Manlowe has worked as a professor, author, chaplain, and life-clarity coach. She is a licensed family therapist, holds a Masters of divinity, PhD in psychology and religion with specialization in gender identity. Now, as a relational systems therapist, her sole focus is supporting people eager to be connected to others and themselves with greater courage and authenticity. A common denominator for clients she sees is they are navigating an important life transition. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, just in time for Valentines Day, Dr. Jennifer Manlowe discusses her new book, Cracking Up. This book draws from Dr. Manlowe’s research as a scholar of gender, psychology and religion, her professional experience as a secular therapist, and her personal experience being trained to be “a good girl” as a Roman Catholic in the late 20th century. The book looks at the micro and macroculture sexist messages sent to girls through religion, popular culture, and “family values” reflected in government and “protected” [mandated?] legal discourse. Being Catholic, meant living in a world focused on “legitimate” coupling as the only good–such messages are absurd, even funny at points, if you can crack up at them but, if you take them seriously, you may go mad. Since the mid 1990s, Dr. Jennifer Manlowe has worked as a professor, author, chaplain, and life-clarity coach. She is a licensed family therapist, holds a Masters of divinity, PhD in psychology and religion with specialization in gender identity. Now, as a relational systems therapist, her sole focus is supporting people eager to be connected to others and themselves with greater courage and authenticity. A common denominator for clients she sees is they are navigating an important life transition. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E182: Cracking Up: Notes of a Good Girl Gone Mad w/ Dr. Jennifer Manlowe

David Teachout LMHC

David Teachout returns to help us answer the perennial question: What does love got to do with it? What is this fantastic emotion? From troubadours to modern musicians and rom-coms, myths to personal declarations, love and its many manifestations is almost as synonymous with humanity as the capacity for reason. Perhaps that’s why they’re so often pitted against one another. Let’s explore love, both as a feeling and an emotion, a few expressions of it including monogamy, polyamory and relationship anarchy, and find a few principles to help us on our own tunnels of love. David Teachout is a mental health therapist and photographer, focused on and teaching how creativity intersects with mental flexibility to work through life’s struggles. David grew up as a Christian fundamentalist, attending a bible college and receiving a bachelor’s in theology and psychology. During his studies there, David deconverted and has been on a journey of appreciating humanity and all the stories we create to build meaning and purpose. David has a master’s in both forensic psychology and counseling psychology, and is currently at work on a doctorate in clinical psychology. David has been actively working within the field of psychology as therapist, social worker, advocate, and subject-matter-expert, for over fifteen years. In his spare time, David enjoys reading a copious amount, both fiction and non-fiction, exploring perspective through photography, and maintains a blog at www.lifeweavings.com and a podcast at www.humanitysvalues.com The primary focus of Recovering from Religion (RfR) is to offer hope, healing, and support to those struggling with issues of doubt and non-belief. This transitional period is an ongoing process that can result in a range of emotions, as well as a ripple effect of consequences throughout an individual’s life. We are here to help each other through this journey. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate   ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

David Teachout returns to help us answer the perennial question: What does love got to do with it? What is this fantastic emotion? From troubadours to modern musicians and rom-coms, myths to personal declarations, love and its many manifestations is almost as synonymous with humanity as the capacity for reason. Perhaps that’s why they’re so often pitted against one another. Let’s explore love, both as a feeling and an emotion, a few expressions of it including monogamy, polyamory and relationship anarchy, and find a few principles to help us on our own tunnels of love. David Teachout is a mental health therapist and photographer, focused on and teaching how creativity intersects with mental flexibility to work through life’s struggles. David grew up as a Christian fundamentalist, attending a bible college and receiving a bachelor’s in theology and psychology. During his studies there, David deconverted and has been on a journey of appreciating humanity and all the stories we create to build meaning and purpose. David has a master’s in both forensic psychology and counseling psychology, and is currently at work on a doctorate in clinical psychology. David has been actively working within the field of psychology as therapist, social worker, advocate, and subject-matter-expert, for over fifteen years. In his spare time, David enjoys reading a copious amount, both fiction and non-fiction, exploring perspective through photography, and maintains a blog at<a href="http://www.lifeweavings.com/" rel="nofollow ugc" target="_blank"> www.lifeweavings.com</a> and a podcast at<a href="http://www.humanitysvalues.com/" rel="nofollow ugc" target="_blank"> www.humanitysvalues.com</a> The primary focus of Recovering from Religion (RfR) is to offer hope, healing, and support to those struggling with issues of doubt and non-belief. This transitional period is an ongoing process that can result in a range of emotions, as well as a ripple effect of consequences throughout an individual’s life. We are here to help each other through this journey. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E181: From Troubadours to Modern Musicians and Rom-Coms, Love and Relationships w/ David Teachout LMHC

Jason Friedman

This week on RfRx, Jason Friedman joins us to discuss his journey from being a self-proclaimed prophet to being shunned by his Evangelical church group, leaving his faith and embarking on a difficult journey through abuse, depression, and later of healing and self (re)discovery. We’ll discuss finding new community, working through trauma, re-discovering one’s sexuality, and the fulfillment of experiencing new and old passions without the guilt of self-imposed, faith-based restrictions. Join us for another evening of hope and healing, and bring your questions for the Q&amp;A with Jason! Jason Friedman grew up in the Evangelical Movement in Texas during the Satanic Panic of the 80s and 90s. At 12, he was told he was a prophet of God, but was also under attack by demons. He was the subject of multiple exorcism attempts, to no avail, and was ultimately shunned by his church group and entire community. After going through numerous painful life experiences, Jason discovered the field of psychology and realized it was something he wanted to devote his life to. He is currently in school and pursuing a Masters of Science in Psychology. Jason can also be found volunteering for the Atheist Community of Austin and appearing as a host on several of their shows. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, Jason Friedman joins us to discuss his journey from being a self-proclaimed prophet to being shunned by his Evangelical church group, leaving his faith and embarking on a difficult journey through abuse, depression, and later of healing and self (re)discovery. We’ll discuss finding new community, working through trauma, re-discovering one’s sexuality, and the fulfillment of experiencing new and old passions without the guilt of self-imposed, faith-based restrictions. Join us for another evening of hope and healing, and bring your questions for the Q&amp;A with Jason! Jason Friedman grew up in the Evangelical Movement in Texas during the Satanic Panic of the 80s and 90s. At 12, he was told he was a prophet of God, but was also under attack by demons. He was the subject of multiple exorcism attempts, to no avail, and was ultimately shunned by his church group and entire community. After going through numerous painful life experiences, Jason discovered the field of psychology and realized it was something he wanted to devote his life to. He is currently in school and pursuing a Masters of Science in Psychology. Jason can also be found volunteering for the Atheist Community of Austin and appearing as a host on several of their shows. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E180: From Child Prophet to Shunned Ex-Evangelical, Self-Discovery and Healing After Religion w/ Jason Friedman

This week on RfRx, David Teachout is taking us on a deep dive into Buddhism. Buddhism, in its core tenets, is as much philosophy as it is religion. Contrary to most religions, there’s no requirement to be a dualist while still appreciating, and incorporating Buddhist principles into one’s life. For many atheists raised, and repeatedly told, that there’s no meaning found outside of fundamentalism, Buddhism is an example that proves that wrong. David Teachout is a mental health therapist and photographer, focused on and teaching how creativity intersects with mental flexibility to work through life’s struggles. David grew up as a Christian fundamentalist, attending a bible college and receiving a bachelor’s in theology and psychology. During his studies there, David deconverted and has been on a journey of appreciating humanity and all the stories we create to build meaning and purpose. David has a master’s in both forensic psychology and counseling psychology, and is currently at work on a doctorate in clinical psychology. David has been actively working within the field of psychology as therapist, social worker, advocate, and subject-matter-expert, for over fifteen years. In his spare time, David enjoys reading a copious amount, both fiction and non-fiction, exploring perspective through photography, and maintains a blog at www.lifeweavings.com and a podcast at www.humanitysvalues.com. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, David Teachout is taking us on a deep dive into Buddhism. Buddhism, in its core tenets, is as much philosophy as it is religion. Contrary to most religions, there’s no requirement to be a dualist while still appreciating, and incorporating Buddhist principles into one’s life. For many atheists raised, and repeatedly told, that there’s no meaning found outside of fundamentalism, Buddhism is an example that proves that wrong. David Teachout is a mental health therapist and photographer, focused on and teaching how creativity intersects with mental flexibility to work through life’s struggles. David grew up as a Christian fundamentalist, attending a bible college and receiving a bachelor’s in theology and psychology. During his studies there, David deconverted and has been on a journey of appreciating humanity and all the stories we create to build meaning and purpose. David has a master’s in both forensic psychology and counseling psychology, and is currently at work on a doctorate in clinical psychology. David has been actively working within the field of psychology as therapist, social worker, advocate, and subject-matter-expert, for over fifteen years. In his spare time, David enjoys reading a copious amount, both fiction and non-fiction, exploring perspective through photography, and maintains a blog at<a href="http://www.lifeweavings.com/" rel="nofollow ugc" target="_blank"> www.lifeweavings.com</a> and a podcast at <a href="http://www.humanitysvalues.com/" rel="nofollow ugc" target="_blank">www.humanitysvalues.com</a>. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E179: No Meaning Outside Fundamentalism? Being a Buddhist Atheist w/ David Teachout LMHC

Cynthia McDonald

This week on RfRx, Cynthia McDonald is joining us to discuss advocacy, activism, and atheism in the Black Community. In honor of the MLK Day holiday, Cynthia will discuss the legacy of Doctor King, his activism, some of the social and economic injustices that are still impacting black communities today, and how religious belief or non-belief fits into the equation. Cynthia is a Social Worker in the city of Chicago. She authors a blog called freedmenhealthandwellness.com which speaks on the social determinants of health of Black Americans that descend from Chattel Slavery. She has been a guest on several podcasts and is a regular host on the Non-Prophets produced by the Atheist Community of Austin and Women Atheist Unload produced by the Secular Haven channel. Cynthia is also a health and political advocate that works with NAASD, By the People Media, and is the newest lead organizer for the Black Non-Believers Chicago Chapter also known as BN Chi-Town. She works with these groups to achieve social and economic justice for Black Freedmen Descendants, push for health equity for marginalized groups, and to normalize Atheism in the Black Community. Cynthia is also a musician that writes and performs a variety of genres of music and is a member of Freedom from Religion’s Godless Gospel. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, Cynthia McDonald is joining us to discuss advocacy, activism, and atheism in the Black Community. In honor of the MLK Day holiday, Cynthia will discuss the legacy of Doctor King, his activism, some of the social and economic injustices that are still impacting black communities today, and how religious belief or non-belief fits into the equation. Cynthia is a Social Worker in the city of Chicago. She authors a blog called <a href="http://adoshealthandwellness.com/" rel="nofollow ugc" target="_blank">freedmenhealthandwellness.com</a> which speaks on the social determinants of health of Black Americans that descend from Chattel Slavery. She has been a guest on several podcasts and is a regular host on the Non-Prophets produced by the Atheist Community of Austin and Women Atheist Unload produced by the Secular Haven channel. Cynthia is also a health and political advocate that works with NAASD, By the People Media, and is the newest lead organizer for the Black Non-Believers Chicago Chapter also known as BN Chi-Town. She works with these groups to achieve social and economic justice for Black Freedmen Descendants, push for health equity for marginalized groups, and to normalize Atheism in the Black Community. Cynthia is also a musician that writes and performs a variety of genres of music and is a member of Freedom from Religion’s Godless Gospel. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E178: Advocacy and Atheism in the Black Community w/ Cynthia McDonald

Stacie Grahn

For the first RfRx episode of 2023, we are joined by former Canadian Pentecostal turned secular activist, Stacie Grahn. From Pentecostal to Reformed theology, she only ever wanted to find the truth. In this episode, Stacie will discuss her incredible journey over the past year as, not intending to get rid of her faith, she overcame fear, faced down cognitive dissonance, and ultimately found healing in online activism. After 38 years of living the “perfect” Christian life, being a mother of 3 young boys and a wife of 15 years, Stacie Grahn began to have doubts about her faith as she watched countless other Christians fall for conspiracies. How could people shun science and blindly believe misinformation so easily? That was the tipping point for her to examine what she believed and why. From Pentecostal to Reformed theology, Stacie only ever wanted to find the truth. When the cognitive dissonance was finally put to rest, she found healing in online activism and publicly de-converting. She now shares her story through various online platforms, promotes secular and skeptic thinking, and loves connecting with others who have been through the same religious trauma she experienced. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

For the first RfRx episode of 2023, we are joined by former Canadian Pentecostal turned secular activist, Stacie Grahn. From Pentecostal to Reformed theology, she only ever wanted to find the truth. In this episode, Stacie will discuss her incredible journey over the past year as, not intending to get rid of her faith, she overcame fear, faced down cognitive dissonance, and ultimately found healing in online activism. After 38 years of living the “perfect” Christian life, being a mother of 3 young boys and a wife of 15 years, Stacie Grahn began to have doubts about her faith as she watched countless other Christians fall for conspiracies. How could people shun science and blindly believe misinformation so easily? That was the tipping point for her to examine what she believed and why. From Pentecostal to Reformed theology, Stacie only ever wanted to find the truth. When the cognitive dissonance was finally put to rest, she found healing in online activism and publicly de-converting. She now shares her story through various online platforms, promotes secular and skeptic thinking, and loves connecting with others who have been through the same religious trauma she experienced. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E177: Turning Over a New Leaf, From "Perfect" Christian to Secular Activist w/ Stacie Grahn

Whether you’re celebrating holidays this season, assiduously avoiding them, or just looking for a little cheer in your day, join us for our last RfRx meeting of the year! (Don’t worry, we’ll be back in 2023). Popular co-hosts Helen Greene and Rob Palmer will both be making appearances this week to discuss doing holidays in a secular fashion, tips for dealing with religious loved ones and overcoming other holiday challenges, and reflecting on the past year of RfRx. As always, you’re invited to bring topical questions for the speakers and stick around for the hangout afterwards.For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org.Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org.To talk over the phone, dial:(844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; CanadaIf you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok.Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteerDonate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Whether you’re celebrating holidays this season, assiduously avoiding them, or just looking for a little cheer in your day, join us for our last RfRx meeting of the year! (Don’t worry, we’ll be back in 2023). Popular co-hosts Helen Greene and Rob Palmer will both be making appearances this week to discuss doing holidays in a secular fashion, tips for dealing with religious loved ones and overcoming other holiday challenges, and reflecting on the past year of RfRx. As always, you’re invited to bring topical questions for the speakers and stick around for the hangout afterwards. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E176: To Celebrate or Not to Celebrate: A Holiday Hangout

Lindsey Doolittle

This week on RfRx, we are joined by Lindsey Doolittle, art educator, children’s author, artist to the Faces After Suicide exhibition, and Award-Winning filmmaker. She will share her experience as someone who is bereaved by suicide and suggest resources and tools to help support suicide loss survivors, especially during this time of year. After she speaks, Lindsey will welcome any questions. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer Donate: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

This week on RfRx, we are joined by Lindsey Doolittle, art educator, children’s author, artist to the Faces After Suicide exhibition, and Award-Winning filmmaker. She will share her experience as someone who is bereaved by suicide and suggest resources and tools to help support suicide loss survivors, especially during this time of year. After she speaks, Lindsey will welcome any questions. For RfRx comments, inquiries &amp; topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org</a>. To talk over the phone, dial: (844) 368-2848 in the US &amp; Canada If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at <a href="http://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seculartherapy.org</a>. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok. Volunteer: <a href="http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer</a> Donate: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E175: Suicide Bereavement and Supporting Loss Survivors w/ Lindsey Doolittle

I love this podcast!  I grew up in fundamentalist Christianity and deconstructed many years ago.  This podcast is extremely informative and easy to listen to.

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The stories come from many different kind of perspectives and beliefs, but one thing that is the same is just how human all of these stories are. People’s journeys from belief to doubt and beyond are so compelling and relatable.

Great Stories from People About Religious Experiences

Subscribe for weekly discussions with cult survivors, experts in religious trauma recovery, and other topics related to recovering from religious harms. This show is hosted by volunteers from Recovering From Religion, which is a non-profit organization that works to provide hope, healing, and support for people who have questions or doubts about their faith. Whether you are an atheist, religious, or leaving a cult, we hope you will find this podcast helpful. We aren’t here to talk you out of or into faith. We just provide a safe place to examine beliefs. Episodes are adapted from RfRx events.

Recovering From Religion

Debbie Glander is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, cofounder of Authenticity Workshops, and a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, utilizing methodology based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. Debbie works with clients individually in her private practice and facilitates a “Healing from Religious and Spiritual Trauma” process group. She has her own story of being raised Jehovah Witness.   Kari Groff is a former Adventist missionary to Micronesia, but is now passionate about building communities with those who’ve also experienced the trauma of a strict, dogmatic religious culture.   Join us as we talk with these women about the power and control of shame, as well as recognizing religious abuse.  Debbie’s Website: www.debbieglander.com  UPDATE: We recently put out an appeal for a Producer for the Recovering from Religion podcast. We're pleased to announce that we’ve found one, and we’ll be introducing our new Producer in an upcoming episode.  Thank you!  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Debbie Glander is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, cofounder of Authenticity Workshops, and a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, utilizing methodology based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. Debbie works with clients individually in her private practice and facilitates a “Healing from Religious and Spiritual Trauma” process group. She has her own story of being raised Jehovah Witness.  Kari Groff is a former Adventist missionary to Micronesia, but is now passionate about building communities with those who’ve also experienced the trauma of a strict, dogmatic religious culture.  Join us as we talk with these women about the power and control of shame, as well as recognizing religious abuse. Debbie’s Website: <a href="https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/new/www.debbieglander.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.debbieglander.com</a> UPDATE: We recently put out an appeal for a Producer for the Recovering from Religion podcast. We're pleased to announce that we’ve found one, and we’ll be introducing our new Producer in an upcoming episode.  Thank you! --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E13: Religious Abuse

Cults come in a variety of expressions, though they have commonalities. Our guest for this episode is an expert on this subject, as well as a former cult member herself.  Dr. Janja Lalich is a researcher, author, and educator specializing in cults and extremist groups with a particular focus on charismatic relationships, political and other social movements, ideology, and social control. She was a Fulbright scholar and is Professor Emerita of Sociology at California State University, Chico, and the founder and former director of the Center for Research on Influence and Control. Her books are considered essential to understand the attraction of these groups. She presents four ways to not only explain the power of cults, but also the control they have over their followers. Her latest book is one of the most extensive examinations of those who’ve left cults. Janja consults with education, mental health, business and legal professionals, and is a regular spokesperson for the media.  Tim and Bill also discuss the ongoing NXIVM trial, and how Janja's research helps to understand this kind of group.  Janja’s Website: http://cultresearch.org/ Janja’s Books: https://goo.gl/vGMML6 More about Recovering from Religion: Did you know Recovering from Religion has local support groups? https://bre.is/sndPcEW6E Looking for a therapist who will respect your views? https://www.seculartherapy.org/ Interested in meeting other people who have made the journey to recovery? RfR is hosting a fall outing in Mars Hill, NC. September 20-22,  2019 https://bre.is/cIC5j8dih   We want to hear your story. Use the RfR Podcast hotline: 209-294-0681 Or fill out the form at the bottom of the RfR podcast page: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/podcast   ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Cults come in a variety of expressions, though they have commonalities. Our guest for this episode is an expert on this subject, as well as a former cult member herself. Dr. Janja Lalich is a researcher, author, and educator specializing in cults and extremist groups with a particular focus on charismatic relationships, political and other social movements, ideology, and social control. She was a Fulbright scholar and is Professor Emerita of Sociology at California State University, Chico, and the founder and former director of the Center for Research on Influence and Control. Her books are considered essential to understand the attraction of these groups. She presents four ways to not only explain the power of cults, but also the control they have over their followers. Her latest book is one of the most extensive examinations of those who’ve left cults. Janja consults with education, mental health, business and legal professionals, and is a regular spokesperson for the media.  Tim and Bill also discuss the ongoing NXIVM trial, and how Janja's research helps to understand this kind of group. Janja’s Website: <a href="http://cultresearch.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://cultresearch.org/</a> Janja’s Books: <a href="https://goo.gl/vGMML6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/vGMML6</a> More about Recovering from Religion: Did you know Recovering from Religion has local support groups? <a href="https://bre.is/sndPcEW6E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bre.is/sndPcEW6E</a> Looking for a therapist who will respect your views? <a href="https://www.seculartherapy.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.seculartherapy.org/</a> Interested in meeting other people who have made the journey to recovery? RfR is hosting a fall outing in Mars Hill, NC. September 20-22,  2019 <a href="https://bre.is/cIC5j8dih" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bre.is/cIC5j8dih</a> We want to hear your story. Use the RfR Podcast hotline: 209-294-0681 Or fill out the form at the bottom of the RfR podcast page: <a href="https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/podcast</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E15: The Power of Cults

Cass Midgley

Who earns a Masters degree in Theological Studies…as an atheist? Cass Midgley did! But his infatuation with God began much earlier. As a boy, he knew there was a God, and they were good friends. As a teen, he discovered there were many Christianities, and he determined to find the right one…or start his own. As an adult, he began asking questions. Eventually, he left the church altogether. Cass is now one of the hosts of the “Everyone’s Agnostic” podcast, and also serves as a Humanist Chaplain. Links are for information purposes only to supplement the podcast content. RfR does not endorse this or any religious organization.Cass’ Website: everyonesagnostic.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Who earns a Masters degree in Theological Studies…as an atheist? Cass Midgley did! But his infatuation with God began much earlier. As a boy, he knew there was a God, and they were good friends. As a teen, he discovered there were many Christianities, and he determined to find the right one…or start his own. As an adult, he began asking questions. Eventually, he left the church altogether. Cass is now one of the hosts of the “Everyone’s Agnostic” podcast, and also serves as a Humanist Chaplain. Links are for information purposes only to supplement the podcast content. RfR does not endorse this or any religious organization. Cass’ Website: <a href="http://everyonesagnostic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">everyonesagnostic.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E6: Everyone's Agnostic with Cass Midgley

In the 70s and 80s, a prominent and influential name among Fundamental / Evangelical Christians was Bill Gothard, and his Institute in Basic Youth Conflicts seminars. Thousands of people would fill auditoriums to hear his "Biblical Principles of Life." Blogger and speaker, Micah J. Murray, recounts what it was like growing up under the teachings of Gothard, being homeschooled using Gothard’s controversial curriculum, and working in Gothard’s authoritarian organization.We also talk to him about the scandal that essential destroyed the organization. Micah is blunt about the dangers of Gothard's teachings, why he walked away, and his work in educating others.The following links are for information purposes only to supplement the podcast content. RfR does not endorse this or any religious organization.Micah's website: https://micahjmurray.com/Recovering Grace: https://goo.gl/fsnR5h--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

In the 70s and 80s, a prominent and influential name among Fundamental / Evangelical Christians was Bill Gothard, and his Institute in Basic Youth Conflicts seminars. Thousands of people would fill auditoriums to hear his "Biblical Principles of Life." Blogger and speaker, Micah J. Murray, recounts what it was like growing up under the teachings of Gothard, being homeschooled using Gothard’s controversial curriculum, and working in Gothard’s authoritarian organization. We also talk to him about the scandal that essential destroyed the organization. Micah is blunt about the dangers of Gothard's teachings, why he walked away, and his work in educating others. The following links are for information purposes only to supplement the podcast content. RfR does not endorse this or any religious organization. Micah's website: <a href="https://micahjmurray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://micahjmurray.com/</a> Recovering Grace: <a href="https://goo.gl/fsnR5h" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/fsnR5h</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E5: Gothardism with Micah J. Murray

Chris Shelton grew up in Scientology, and was a Sea Org member for more than 17 years. Since his exit, he’s been a passionate, outspoken critic, to the point of being labeled a “suppressive person” by the Church. He was featured on Leah Remini’s "Scientology and the Aftermath" on A&amp;E.  Chris is now a writer, consultant and advocate for critical thinking. His YouTube channel has more than 17,000 subscribers, and he’s the host of "Sensibly Speaking," a podcast that educates about critical thinking as well as the dangers of cults.  He's the author of "Scientology: A to Xenu – An Insider’s Guide to What Scientology is Really All About," a critical analysis of Scientology and L. Ron Hubbard.   Website: https://mncriticalthinking.com/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/22BmQnCjRTM Podcast: http://sensiblyspeaking.com/ Book: https://goo.gl/VPcE29   ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Chris Shelton grew up in Scientology, and was a Sea Org member for more than 17 years. Since his exit, he’s been a passionate, outspoken critic, to the point of being labeled a “suppressive person” by the Church. He was featured on Leah Remini’s "Scientology and the Aftermath" on A&amp;E. Chris is now a writer, consultant and advocate for critical thinking. His YouTube channel has more than 17,000 subscribers, and he’s the host of "Sensibly Speaking," a podcast that educates about critical thinking as well as the dangers of cults. He's the author of "Scientology: A to Xenu – An Insider’s Guide to What Scientology is Really All About," a critical analysis of Scientology and L. Ron Hubbard.  Website: <a href="https://mncriticalthinking.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mncriticalthinking.com/</a> YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/22BmQnCjRTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/22BmQnCjRTM</a> Podcast: <a href="http://sensiblyspeaking.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://sensiblyspeaking.com/</a> Book: <a href="https://goo.gl/VPcE29" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/VPcE29</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E11: Scientology and Critical Thinking

Yvette Cantu Schneider

Author Yvette Cantu Schneider recalls her work as policy analyst for the right-wing, politico-religious organization, the Family Research Council, and shares the family crisis that forced her to re-examine her faith. You can find Yvette's book, "Never Not Broken" here: https://tinyurl.com/y6twaoyl--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Author Yvette Cantu Schneider recalls her work as policy analyst for the right-wing, politico-religious organization, the Family Research Council, and shares the family crisis that forced her to re-examine her faith. You can find Yvette's book, "Never Not Broken" here: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/y6twaoyl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/y6twaoyl</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E3: Fundamental Politics with Yvette Cantu Schneider

Luke King

Tim and Bill discuss the many ways people re-examine, and often abandoned, their faith, as well as the many emotions that go with it. Then they’re joined by Luke King, a former Four-Square, Pentecostal Pastor and now host of the “Your Atheist Pastor" podcast that provides a place for those who’ve left their faith. Luke is also a speaker, a blogger and a yoga instructor.   In this engaging episode Luke tells his story, why he still sees himself as a pastor, and how yoga helped transform his self-image. (And wait until you hear about his Instagram account!)  Luke’s podcast: youratheistpastor.org  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Tim and Bill discuss the many ways people re-examine, and often abandoned, their faith, as well as the many emotions that go with it. Then they’re joined by Luke King, a former Four-Square, Pentecostal Pastor and now host of the “Your Atheist Pastor" podcast that provides a place for those who’ve left their faith. Luke is also a speaker, a blogger and a yoga instructor.   In this engaging episode Luke tells his story, why he still sees himself as a pastor, and how yoga helped transform his self-image. (And wait until you hear about his Instagram account!) Luke’s podcast: <a href="http://youratheistpastor.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youratheistpastor.org</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E9: Atheist Pastor Luke King 

John Smid

At one time, John Smid was one the most well-known names in “ex-gay” leadership, as the Executive Director of the country’s largest Conversion Therapy programs. These days, he lives a quiet live with his husband in a small town in Texas, and spends his time as a craftsman and custom furniture maker. John is currently back in the spotlight, as one of the main characters in the movie “Boy Erased” is loosely based on him.The REAL John Smid talks about his anger at the Fundamental theology that trapped him for so long, how he deals with his role as a former Conversion Therapy leader, and what he’s done to personally recover and move his life forward. The following links are for information purposes only to supplement the podcast content. RfR does not endorse this or any religious organization.John's book: https://goo.gl/e8ZhF6"Grace Rivers" http://www.gracerivers.com/ "Grace Rivers" Facebook: https://goo.gl/iwuWQm J &amp; L Creative Design: https://goo.gl/dKjECp--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

At one time, John Smid was one the most well-known names in “ex-gay” leadership, as the Executive Director of the country’s largest Conversion Therapy programs. These days, he lives a quiet live with his husband in a small town in Texas, and spends his time as a craftsman and custom furniture maker. John is currently back in the spotlight, as one of the main characters in the movie “Boy Erased” is loosely based on him. The REAL John Smid talks about his anger at the Fundamental theology that trapped him for so long, how he deals with his role as a former Conversion Therapy leader, and what he’s done to personally recover and move his life forward. The following links are for information purposes only to supplement the podcast content. RfR does not endorse this or any religious organization. John's book: <a href="https://goo.gl/e8ZhF6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/e8ZhF6</a> "Grace Rivers" <a href="http://www.gracerivers.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.gracerivers.com/</a> "Grace Rivers" Facebook: <a href="https://goo.gl/iwuWQm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/iwuWQm</a> J &amp; L Creative Design: <a href="https://goo.gl/dKjECp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/dKjECp</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E4: Anger and Grace with John Smid

Lloyd Evans

Lloyd Evans is a much sought-after expert on Jehovah's Witnesses, the religion of his upbringing. He’s the founder of JWsurvey.org, and author of “The Reluctant Apostate” which is both a memoir and a reference guide. He points to JW’s as just one example of the harm that can be inflicted when religious authority goes unchecked. Since 2011, Lloyd has been a passionate advocate against cults and religious fundamentalism. Lloyd's YouTube channel (under the name John Cedars) has 12,000+ subscribers and has attracted more than 2.5 million views. Website: https://jwsurvey.org/welcome YouTube channel: https://goo.gl/Rly2CP--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Lloyd Evans is a much sought-after expert on Jehovah's Witnesses, the religion of his upbringing. He’s the founder of <a href="http://JWsurvey.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JWsurvey.org</a>, and author of “The Reluctant Apostate” which is both a memoir and a reference guide. He points to JW’s as just one example of the harm that can be inflicted when religious authority goes unchecked. Since 2011, Lloyd has been a passionate advocate against cults and religious fundamentalism. Lloyd's YouTube channel (under the name John Cedars) has 12,000+ subscribers and has attracted more than 2.5 million views. Website: <a href="https://jwsurvey.org/welcome" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jwsurvey.org/welcome</a> YouTube channel: <a href="https://goo.gl/Rly2CP" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/Rly2CP</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E8: Lloyd Evans talks Jehovah's Witnesses

Sarah Rocksdale created her YouTube channel in 2011 to share her passion for topics such as beauty, fashion, fitness, and lifestyle. She won the Rimmel London Look contest and was a NYX Cosmetics Face Awards finalist two years in a row, and garnered a huge following.   She realized her unique position to speak to an audience that might not otherwise be exposed to difficult subjects, so she chose to expand her content, talking about her own break with her Pentecostal faith, her sexual abuse, and she “came out” as an atheist.   Sarah’s YouTube channel (https://goo.gl/PrZV66) has more than 88,000 subscribers.   ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message

Sarah Rocksdale created her YouTube channel in 2011 to share her passion for topics such as beauty, fashion, fitness, and lifestyle. She won the Rimmel London Look contest and was a NYX Cosmetics Face Awards finalist two years in a row, and garnered a huge following. She realized her unique position to speak to an audience that might not otherwise be exposed to difficult subjects, so she chose to expand her content, talking about her own break with her Pentecostal faith, her sexual abuse, and she “came out” as an atheist.  Sarah’s YouTube channel (<a href="https://goo.gl/PrZV66" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/PrZV66</a>) has more than 88,000 subscribers.  --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recovering-from-religion/message</a>

E12: From Make-Up Tips to Faith Deconstruction

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