Best Jw Cult Podcasts (2024)

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#8 Why it's so hard to wake them up (and some ideas if you choose to try) 32:50

4h ago32:50

32:50

What's better than waking up from the org? Waking and taking your friends and family with you. Sadly, this is easier said, and almost never done. In this episode we talk about the psychological mechanisms which keep people asleep, as well as a few ideas for those bold enough to try (please be warned though, in my experience it is nearly impossible)…

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#7 You Are Not Broken 18:40

3d ago18:40

18:40

Sharing our story, of the ways in which we have been hurt by this organization, and our grief over challenges it has created for us is an essential part of our healing process. But sometimes, we can get a little stuck in this stage of development, and not infrequently the story we are repeating is one that perpetuates the idea that we are forever d…

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#6 Pt2: Breaking free from black and white thinking 14:16

6d ago14:16

14:16

Black and white, right and wrong, good and bad... This is how JWs approach the world, and it creates a real problem for those of us who enter into the world with this rigid dualistic mindset. Forget black and white. Today we learn to live in color

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#5 Pt1: Breaking free from black and white thinking 15:47

10d ago15:47

15:47

Black and white, right and wrong, good and bad... This is how JWs approach the world, and it creates a real problem for those of us who enter into the world with this rigid dualistic mindset. Forget black and white. Today we learn to live in colorBy Dr Ryan Lee

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Where Are They Now? Candice Ficalora 50:40

11d ago50:40

50:40

Hello there! It's good to be back, I am excited about this new series. Are you ready for some stories about growth? Health and wellness? Healthy mindsets? Unraveled indoctrination? LET'S DO IT!!---------------------------------------------------------------For Candace's first interview:https://youtu.be/rE_mP0aTEyYBorn and raised in Brooklyn NYC to …

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#4 Pt2: Learning to trust your treacherous heart 16:51

12d ago16:51

16:51

How many times have we heard about the dangers of trusting our treacherous heart? Among the many ways in which JW indoctrination sabotages our senses and turn us against ourselves, this is one of the most insidious. It tells us not to trust one of the deepest and most important aspects of our being. Today we take some time to dispel this nasty bit …

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#3 Pt1: Learning to trust your treacherous heart 16:07

16d ago16:07

16:07

How many times have we heard about the dangers of trusting our treacherous heart? Among the many ways in which JW indoctrination sabotages our senses and turn us against ourselves, this is one of the most insidious. It tells us not to trust one of the deepest and most important aspects of our being. Today we take some time to dispel this nasty bit …

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#2 pt2: I'm out, now what? 5 essential tasks for moving on 17:10

19d ago17:10

17:10

Ok, so you've just left the organization. First of all, congratulations! Welcome to our ex-JW tribe! What you have done is nothing short of heroic. It takes so much bravery to make that choice, and trust us, it will be worth it. But now that you're out, you may be wondering what comes next? Where should you channel your energy and attention? Well, …

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#1 pt1: I'm out, now what? 5 essential tasks for moving on 16:04

25d ago16:04

16:04

Ok, so you've just left the organization. First of all, congratulations! Welcome to our ex-JW tribe! What you have done is nothing short of heroic. It takes so much bravery to make that choice, and trust us, it will be worth it. But now that you're out, you may be wondering what comes next? Where should you channel your energy and attention? Well, …

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Ep 2: Joseph Rutherford; Resurrected Abraham Driving Home to San Diego with the Top Down 51:07

2M ago51:07

51:07

Send us a Text Message. This episode is part two of a four part series going over the history of Jehovah's Witness leaders from the very beginning until the governing body members in 2024. This episode, Ryley and Willow discuss the president who created the cult's trademark namesake of "Jehovah's Witnesses". Following Rutherford and his one lung on…

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Ep 1: Charles Taze Russell; The Virgin Jellyfish & His Pyramid of Prophecies 42:12

2M ago42:12

42:12

Send us a Text Message. In the pilot episode of the Trauma & Tribulation Podcast we are introduced to our host Ryley Hawthorne (he/him), a ex 4th generation Jehovah's Witness and his co-host best friend Willow Anderson (she/her) who has zero experience with the doomsday cult. This episode is part one of a four part series going over the history of …

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Trauma & Tribulation Podcast Preview 1:38

3M ago1:38

1:38

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Trauma & Tribulation Podcast feat co-hosts Ryley and Willow as they deconstruct the infamous doomsday cult known as Jehovah's Witnesses. Follow us on Tiktok @Trauma.and.Tribulation for behind the scenes content and episode previews! https://www.tiktok.com/@trauma.and.tribulation…

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Anonymous Part 2 1:27:34

5M ago1:27:34

1:27:34

Part 2 of our anonymous interviewee. I speak with an old friend about her traumas as a youth in the Mormon church, and what she has done to overcome her past and try to build a better future for her own children, as well as the children in the church. https://protectldschildren.org/ You can find me on Instagram and TikTok @confessionsofanexmo Send …

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Anonymous Part 1 42:32

6M ago42:32

42:32

In today's episode, I speak with an old friend about her traumas as a youth in the Mormon church, and what she has done to overcome her past and try to build a better future for her own children, as well as the children in the church. https://protectldschildren.org/ Support the show You can find me on Instagram and TikTok @confessionsofanexmo Send …

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Social Anxiety, Sadness, Depression, and Other Feelings - with Ryan Lee, PsyD 1:37:35

7M ago1:37:35

1:37:35

To contact Dr. Ryan: www.drryanlee.com"I was raised as a Jehovah's Witness from birth until the age of 18, when I realized that there was more to the world than I had been taught. The following years, while exciting in some respects, were also challenging as I set out to rebuild my identity, world view and community from the ground up. I found my o…

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BITE Cult Model 48:48

10M ago48:48

48:48

Is Mormonism a cult? Today I dive into Steven Hassan's BITE model of Authoritarian Control and how it relates to my experience in Mormonism. For more info on the BITE method, visit https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/bite-model/#:~:text=Based%20on%20research%20and%20theory%20by%20Robert%20Jay,for%20Behavior%2C%20Information%2C%20Thought%2C%…

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Candace Ex-JW 1:11:52

10M ago1:11:52

1:11:52

On today's episode, I chat with Ex-Jehova's Witness member Candace. We go over similarities and differences between the religions, how it has shaped our lives, and how Candace finds peace in her life today. Trigger Warning - child sexual assault and suicide. Connect with Candace on instagram @she_sells_sea_shells_ Support the show You can find me o…

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Taylor Burke - TBM 1:15:43

11M ago1:15:43

1:15:43

Today I talk with my friend and TBM Taylor! This discussion includes why it's important to have hard conversations, Lawrence Kohlberg's stages of moral development, modern miracles, and more. Here's a video about Lawrence Kohlberg's stages of moral development https://youtu.be/bounwXLkme4 Connect with Taylor on Instagram @taylorjburke44 Support the…

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Hyrum & Spiritual Shroomies 52:27

11M ago52:27

52:27

Today I interview my good friend Hyrum, where we discuss one of my favorite topics, psilocybin (aka magic mushrooms) and how it interacts with spirituality. For some enlightening reading on psilocybin (and other substances) check out this book that changed the way I view any mind-altering matter called How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan -> h…

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C-PTSD & Religious Trauma 19:34

12M ago19:34

19:34

What is C-PTSD and religious trauma, and how do they intertwine? Let's find out together on today's episode as we discuss definitions, symptoms, and how it has manifested in my life. You can find me on Instagram @confessionsofanexmo Send me your story on confessionsofanexmo@gmail.com Information from today's episode was obtained from the CPTSD Foun…

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Isaac Johnson & Coming to Terms 46:45

1y ago46:45

46:45

Today I interview Isaac about "Coming to Terms" with his understanding of spirituality, and what various religious terms mean to him. Books mentioned in today's episode: The Great Divorce by C S Lewis: https://amzn.to/3JHU0sl Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nhat Hanh: https://amzn.to/3XvAGEB Welcome Home by Najwa Zebian: https://amzn.to/3ra2m…

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The Fresh King Benjamin 1:01:01

1y ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Today I interview The Fresh King Benjamin, exmo and former member of the Apostolic United Bretheren, an offshoot of mainstream Mormonism. We discuss his upbringing, deconstruction, tips for your own mental health, and so much more. Find ben on Instagram and TikTok @thefreshkingbenjamin Watch his standup special https://youtu.be/XBx5g6FOEaM Or visit…

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Big Brother 41:36

1y ago41:36

41:36

In today's episode, I interview my big brother Chris! We discuss what prompted his annex, coping skills, reconnecting with family, and more. Support the show You can find me on Instagram and TikTok @confessionsofanexmo Send me your stories to confessionsofanexmo@gmail.com Support the show! Find me on patreon -> http://patreon.com/confessionsofanexm…

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Sister Kennedy 37:15

1y ago37:15

37:15

My experience as a missionary for the LDS church, and how it left me disillusioned. TW - Disordered eating Support the show You can find me on Instagram and TikTok @confessionsofanexmo Send me your stories to confessionsofanexmo@gmail.com Support the show! Find me on patreon -> http://patreon.com/confessionsofanexmo Music from #Uppbeat (free for Cr…

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My Story (short version) 19:26

1y ago19:26

19:26

My story about leaving Mormonism, "setting expectations" for this podcast (RM's that one was for you), and the general uncomfortability of the first episode of my first podcast. Support the show You can find me on Instagram and TikTok @confessionsofanexmo Send me your stories to confessionsofanexmo@gmail.com Support the show! Find me on patreon -> …

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Are All Religious Cults the Same? Anthony Forte, Former Deacon, World Mission Society Church of God 1:04:19

1+ y ago1:04:19

1:04:19

Anthony is a former deacon and a 10.5 year member of the World Mission Society Church of God, a cult group that believes Jesus’ second coming already happened (and this Jesus died in 1985) and worships an elderly lady in Korea as “God the Mother.” Through the pandemic, personal research, and family support, Anthony was able to escape the mind contr…

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David Podos: Tips for reaching out to journalists 1:04:51

1+ y ago1:04:51

1:04:51

Mr. Podos is a life -long resident of Utica New York. In his early professional career, he worked for a number of non-for-profit entities as Executive Director. In 2000 Podos was part of the faculty of a private business college located in Utica and held the position of Adjunct Instructor. He furthered his teaching career in 2005 when he became afa…

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Dre: "Disfellowshipping, Divorce, & The "Perfect" JW Family Dynamic" 56:48

1+ y ago56:48

56:48

Dre is a 35 year young Mexican/Irish fellow from Southern California. His was raised as Jehovah’s Witness his entire life, but consistently struggled with his faith a majority of the time. He left the religion by way of being disfellowshipped at 31. He’s passionate about music, his love for animals and personal growth. He likes to spend his time cr…

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Former Pioneer: "I reported my own father to the elders!" with Marti Ries 45:54

1+ y ago45:54

45:54

About Marti: "I was born and raised in Sacramento California. I am a certified Life Coach, Reiki Practitioner, Sound Bowl Healer, and I have done many other healing modalities. I was born a Jehovah's Witness in 1973. I was baptized when I was 11 in 1985. During that time I was severely physically abused by both of my parents. My dad is out of the r…

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"How To Pursue a Dream After a Life of Control" with Wesley David 53:39

1+ y ago53:39

53:39

Wesley David has lived 2 very different lives, and the only thing that’s held them - and himself - together has been an obsession with music. Growing up in the Jehovah's Witnesses, the Singer-Songwriter has relied on a love of all things Rock ‘n’ Roll since a young age as an escape - one which would eventually lead him to become a touring musician …

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Podcast Exclusive: So I Lost My Job Last Week 22:06

2y ago22:06

22:06

In this episode, we discuss self-worth, salary, lack of education, and the most difficult part of all of it. Financial Feminists Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/financial-feminist/id1566054936 FB Group: Her First 100k Website mentioned: www.thesocialnarrator.comBy Wendi Renay

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"My children are my life, and what I'd do differently" A conversation with Tyler Ahrens 1:01:03

2y ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Former JW turned Mental Health Specialist Tyler Ahrens joins the show to talk with us about finding and navigating your way through the parenting path after waking up. Sadly, despite your best efforts to reverse the cycle, your children may be practicing the JW religion's teaching of shunning, which may be aimed directly at you. What do you do? Lis…

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Physical Pain, Trauma, & High-Control Relationships 22:23

2y ago22:23

22:23

Book mentioned: The Body Keeps The Score Therapist suggestion: Dr. Ryan Lee Visit my library here: https://wendirenaycoaching.com/library FREE DOWNLOAD: Game Plan: https://wendirenaycoaching.com/gameplanBy Wendi Renay

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"How my own truth became the real truth:" A convo with Vevian Vozmediano 48:12

2y ago48:12

48:12

Vevian is a trauma-informed coach who has been working one-on-one with clients for almost 10 years. She spent 3/4 of her life as a Jehovah’s Witness and now has a group-based program to help ex-JW women find out who they are outside the organization. Link: https://www.livehappylivehealthy.com/find-your-truth…

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ELDER PRESSURE ❗️DATING❗️GROWING UP JW | Cult Language | The Book of Us | Powered by. The Varius 💪🏾 32:27

2y ago32:27

32:27

#exjw #exjwchildhood #growingupjw #teenageyears #cultlanguage #thevarius The Book of Us presents a new segment seeking solutions to life's burning topics from people of all walks of life and on different ends of the spectrum. Exclusively on TheVarius.com We kick off our “Cult Language” discussing growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness and how it shapes …

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(PODCAST EXCLUSIVE!) "I want to speak to those in their early 20s: You can do this!" with Mercedes ExJw 39:05

2+ y ago39:05

39:05

Mercedes is a baptized Ex-JW who has been out of the organization for 4 years but has has just recently woken up. Now she is focused on healing her trauma and hoping to get into activism to help others.By Wendi Renay

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Self-Compassion Despite Feeling Flawed with ExJw Joakim Le Bolloch Appell 54:59

2+ y ago54:59

54:59

It took Joakim a lifetime to understand to what extent growing up in the org controlled parts of his life, how he related to emotions, himself and others, how black and white in his choices, opinions and thinking he was. How it affected his #relationships. How he for 23 years convinced himself that Addiction is just fun, he couldn't understand why …

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BLACK: BEAUTIFUL, SOMETIMES UGLY, & SURVIVAL🙏🏾 | The Book of Us | Survival Series | TheVarius.com 💪🏾 13:09

2+ y ago13:09

13:09

The Book of Us is back with Season 3, with a new look, new perspectives, new stories, and new beginnings! New episode every first Sunday! Exclusively on www.TheVarius.com We kick off our 3rd season with a salute to Black History Month! Our Survival Series continues with: Surviving Being Black featuring. Shawnte Brown, Dionne Spencer, and Isiah Conw…

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How I Left "Busy" Culture & Changed My Life: Author Jennifer Peavey 41:04

2+ y ago41:04

41:04

Jennifer Peavey comes from a varied background of engineering, design, and innovation. She is known for finding common ground and powerful connections in unexplored territory. Amid the pandemic, Jennifer found herself making new connections within herself as she ventured into uninvestigated spaces of her life. Through this period of isolation and r…

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Should You Try to Wake Loved Ones? 21:29

2+ y ago21:29

21:29

By Wendi Renay

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Men: Put Your Family First! MS to Disassociated with Spencer Clarkson 1:03:11

2+ y ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Spencer is a former 3rd generation Jehovahs Witnesses and ministerial servant. 29 years old, with many experiences you may find yourself relating to. A father and husband, he has recently disassociated, and has a story that will hopefully help those who hear it. To contact Spencer: spenceclarkson92@gmail.com ----------------------------------------…

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Mentally IN, Physically OUT. Help for the POMI 41:45

2+ y ago41:45

41:45

Deena is a mother, wife, and aspiring writer as well as survivor of narcissistic abuse. In the almost 10 years that have passed since leaving high control religion, she has cultivated new relationships, pursued her passions, and learned to care for her mental and emotional health. Two years ago, the pieces finally started coming together regarding …

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SURVIVAL SERIES: Surviving Watchtower with Nick 36:18

2+ y ago36:18

36:18

The BKOFUS3 are back with another episode and a new story of survival. This month we dive deeper into EXJW community with former active Jehovah's Witness, Nick. He shares his journey as a witness, his excommunication, and where he stands today. Listen, Like, & Subscribe to all our content, but find us exclusively on TheVarius.com!!! Powered by. The…

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Not Born-In, Converted in Adulthood: A Conversation with Chenai Takundwa 55:08

2+ y ago55:08

55:08

We often meet people in the ex-religious community who are born and raised. What about those of us who make the decision to convert and then soon discover what's behind the curtain? If this sounds similar to your story, listen in as Chenai talks about her experience. Contact; www.wendirenay.com Instagram TikTok YouTube Chenai: Instagram: chenaitaku…

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Dedication - Chevon Humphrey 38:12

3y ago38:12

38:12

The BKOFUS3 are back for a very special one! We continue our Survival Series with a dedication from 9/11 survivor Chevon Humphrey. 20 Years ago on September 11, 2001, Chevon and countless others were witnesses and victims of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. Chevon shares her experience watching the chaotic event unfold, the horrific…

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Surviving Cancer: Dedication of Tehron Jacobs 46:21

3y ago46:21

46:21

The BKOFUS3 sit down with 3 time....3 time! cancer survivor, father, and inspiration Tehron Jacobs. From being a college athlete, to an unexpected diagnosis, Tehron endured an at times never-ending fight but he's here to live to tell his story to help others in the war against cancer. Like, Subscribe, Share, Support our channel and other shows unde…

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Surviving Cancer: Dedication of Maryella 31:46

3y ago31:46

31:46

The BKOFUS3 sit down with cancer survivor, content creator, and enthusiast Maryella of @NicoleHERstory. From being given the run around, to an unexpected diagnosis, Maryella continues her fight and shares her story to help others in war against cancer. Please check out her channel here: NicoleHERstoryTV - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH0v Like,…

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Dedication - Octavia Clarkson 19:07

3y ago19:07

19:07

The BKOFUS3 are back with a new dedication. The crew continue their PTSD discussions and sit down with educator and Temple University alum Octavia Clarkson. Listen, Like, Subscribe, and support here and on all podcast platforms. Also you can find this episode and much more on TheVarius.com Follow Octavia on IG: @g0dstavy142 Follow The Book of Us on…

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Dedication - Ron Lyriq 13:01

3y ago13:01

13:01

The BKOFUS3 are back with a Dedication. The crew welcome guest Ron Lyriq to discuss the topic of PTSD. Here his thoughts, experiences, and much more. Exclusively on TheVarius.com IG: @_thebookofus_ @ronlyriq Powered by. The Varius --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebookofus/message…

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Self Awareness Sundays - 4-18-21 17:13

3y ago17:13

17:13

The BKOFUS3 are back for yet another Self Awareness Sunday. Still celebrating Stress Awareness Month, the crew address their stress relievers: giving gratitude, cooking, and writing. Join the discussion via Instagram: @_thebookofus_ Exclusively on TheVarius.com Powered by. The Varius --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s…

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