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Feet of Clay – Confessions of the Cult Sisters – What's it like to live in a Christian cult commune? How the hell do smart people get brainwashed into crazy beliefs and behaviors? Tracey & Sharon share their parallel journeys into and out of Last Days Ministries, led by Christian music super-star Keith Green (and later his wife Melody Green). Plus they interview others who also got out of high-control groups and toxic churches. Arranged marriages? Purity culture virgins? Religious trauma? Su ...
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Cult survivor stories. Hi! I’m Shelise Ann Sola— former devout Mormon. On C2C, my husband Jonathan and I dive deep into the nuance of cultic organizations and coercive manipulators. We are not anti-religious, but anti-abuse, and shed light in dark places to bring compassion, understanding and accountability. Together we discover how our guests find independence and healing through awareness and true individual sovereignty. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cults-t ...
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The Russell Moore Show

Christianity Today, Russell Moore

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Listen in as Russell Moore, director of Christianity Today’s Public Theology Project and Editor-in-Chief, talks about the latest books, cultural conversations and pressing ethical questions that point us toward the kingdom of Christ.
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Bek Andrew Evans, a TTRPG and LARP writer, recounts stories from the table. The main focus is on his years-long Deviant: the Renegades chronicle and his cohort's (mis)adventures. His delivery style has been described as similar to classic Twilight Zone narration.A group of young adult strangers find they’re victims of the same secret project on the water system that gave them both fantastic powers and horrifying consequences. What’s worse, the hospital they ended up in isn’t what it seems, e ...
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The Dawah Institute (DIN) is the research and Islamic propagation department of the Islamic Education Trust(IET). We have trained religious leaders (men and women), teachers of Arabic and Islamic studies, as well as youths in the aspects of Shari'ah Intelligence and other courses. The Institute has also developed more into research-based initiatives to address some of the most common issues that are bed levelling the religious space in Islam. These include areas of gender-based violence, wom ...
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Everywhere you look these days terrorism and violent extremism dominate the headlines. Whether you follow what is happening in Afghanistan or Iraq, or in the West writ large, we are inundated with news of attacks by groups and individuals fighting for a 'cause'.In a world of multiple voices and opinions it can be very hard to know where to turn. One choice is to look to those who actually worked in counterterrorism in the national security world. In these half-hour podcasts 30-year Canadian ...
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Shaken Awake

Ben Lively

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A podcast that will shake you awake to the truth, provide alternative opinions called into question and inspire you to go from being lukewarm to one that is on fire for Jesus Christ.
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Radhanath Swami is a Vaishnava sanyassi (a monk in a Krishna-bhakti lineage) and teacher of the devotional path of Bhakti-yoga. He is author of The Journey Home, a memoir of his search for spiritual truth. His teachings draw from the sacred texts of India such as The Bhagavad-gita, Srimad Bhagavatam, and Ramayana, and aim to reveal the practical application of the sacred traditions, while focusing on the shared essence which unites apparently disparate religious or spiritual paths. Born Rich ...
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Coup Save America is a weekly talk show hosted by Sean St. Heart that plants the mental seeds of social change by inciting a politically progressive (peaceful) coup of knowledgeable citizens to challenge the status quo. Each episode focuses on a specific issue, featuring expert guests and interviews with the people who are most affected by the problems in our country. The show uses a sociological approach to raise awareness, ponder solutions, and consider the various perspectives. Coup Save ...
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Human rights are basic rights and freedoms that belong to every one of us, no matter who we are or where we live. These rights are universal, indivisible, and interdependent. Because they apply to everyone, everywhere, and at all times.Our aim in Human Rights Sentinel is to highlight the issues that are not covered by the media or have been neglected by the international committee due to political, national, or international interests.
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The Christian & The Witch

The Christian & the Witch

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The Christian and the Witch is a podcast where a couple (a Christian man and a pagan witch woman) discuss different religious topics pertaining to our different perspectives and how they affect our relationship. Follow Us on Social Media Here: https://instagram.com/thechristianandthewitch https://twitter.com/christiannwitch Join the conversation in our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149738762201190
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Hot Topic Bold Talk

JACKALYN RAINOSEK PHD

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Describing today’s political climate as complicated and unpredictable is an understatement. Everyone is so divided that a discussion about politics is toxic, vile, and downright depressing. Even more alarming is that most people are not properly educated about it, especially with rampant misinformation on the internet and dreadful propaganda from both sides. This leads to public disarray, bad decisions, and a broken idea of good and evil. This podcast bravely jumps into the political mire to ...
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Crazy Good God

Nancy Teague

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Crazy Good God, do you know Him? He's somethin' else! And He thinks you are AWESOME! My fifteen minute Episodes eventually became five minute Quick Deep Points. The QDPs will make you ponder! Episodes launch every Wednesday morning 5am. Since a child I was told about Jesus. Over the years there have been difficulties and losses that have heightened understanding of who He is. I was involved in numerous ministries and church leadership for several decades. There were many opportunities to see ...
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Episode Highlights: · Expose how Trump's rallies attract extreme religious groups who view his presidency as divinely ordained. · Highlight the dangerous blending of politics and faith, where Trump is seen as a savior by these groups. · Explain how Trump manipulates religious extremism for political gain, without caring about the beliefs themselves…
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Warren Jeffs, currently in prison for CSA, is the leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, otherwise known as the FLDS. He claims that God commanded him to take dozens of wives, some of whom were as young as 12 years old. In his enormous temple/compound that his members built in Texas, he conducted what he called “h…
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An ex-Muslim man converts his entire family to Mormonism when missionaries knock on his door. His stroke of genius combined with schizophrenia and tendency towards extreme punishments and every type of ab*se, created a cult-like environment for his chiIdren. He created his own religion and wrote a 2422 page manuscript of his own holy text. We take …
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Content warning: This episode discusses mental affliction, self-harm, and suicide. The United States surgeon general says there should be a tobacco-style warning for social media. Why? Because the mental health crisis among young people is reaching seriously harmful levels. On this episode, associate professor, author, and cofounder and editor in c…
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Outsiders often criticize Mormonism for its wild beliefs and the scandalous actions of the founding prophet Joseph Smith, but the member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints are left in the dark about the truth of it history. Carah Burrell @CarahBurrell and Shelise, examine the life and actions of Joseph Smith from a non-faith promoti…
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Robert has a new problematic hobby that threatens to bring law enforcement and Society attention to the cohort. Also, the cohort explains to Madison about the conditioning project the Society uses, and that she's a victim of it. [EDIT 9/19]: There was a mistake in rendering where it only rendered one track. Fixed now. --------- EPISODE TRANSCRIPT: …
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“We’re stuck with Trump because the United States created Trump.” Sean’s Monologue: From Neoliberalism to Trump Today, Coup Save America speaks with social philosopher Dr. Douglas Giles, the author of Why Trump? Why Some People Support Him—How the Rest of Us Can Respond. Dr. Giles is an assistant professor at Elmhurst University, where he researche…
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Send us a text TRIGGER WARNING - explicit discussion of child sexual exploitation Strong Willed Project: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strongwilled/id1205800127 Preacher Boys Pod: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/preacher-boys-podcast/id1493726980 Pastor Suicide: https://www.newschannel5.com/news/maury-county-pastor-former-mayoral-cand…
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Episode Highlights: · Arkansas' Maternal Health Crisis In a state that touts itself as "the most pro-life state in the country," maternal health has become increasingly precarious, especially in timber country, where giving birth is particularly dangerous due to a lack of resources and access to medical care. · Lack of Support for New Mothers Doula…
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Science should be a quest to discover truth. Christian faith means following the one who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. This pair of facts defines the life and work of this episode’s guest, former director of the National Institutes of Health, Francis Collins. He and Moore discuss COVID-19, conspiracies, and the creator God. Their conversatio…
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The conclusion of all transcendental knowledge and the means by which we can achieve all transcendental realizations is through cleansing our hearts by sincerely chanting Krishna’s holy name, Krishna has made available all the goals which are achieved in various yugasBy Radhanath Swami
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And to great scholars like Prakashananda Saraswati, Sarvabhauma Bhattacharya, to them he discussed very deep philosophy of Vedanta and the conclusions of Vedanta which is pure unalloyed devotion. But the conjugal pastimes of Radha and Krishna in Vrindavana, he only discussed with Shri Ramananda Rai and Swarupa Damodar. So, we are not going to go mu…
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When the Gopis went to meet Krishna, they had not even the slightest tinge of conception of satisfying their own mind, senses or bodies. They simply went to please Krishna, to give themselves completely for Krishna. There is not a tinge of material desire in the hearts of the Gopis.By Radhanath Swami
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Episode Highlights: · Highlight Kamala Harris's commitment to protecting economic stability through reforms and consumer protection. · Detail Harris’s plan to provide tax relief for middle and lower-income families by restoring key tax credits. · Outline Harris's strategy to address the housing crisis by offering down-payment support and promoting …
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So many times, even here in India, people come and tell us, you’ll be surprised how many people instruct sanyasis and sadhus of what the goal of life is, and the most common explanation is that ‘one should not renounce anything, one should simply perform one’s prescribed duty to one’s family and to one’s occupation and if one just does that, that i…
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How can Christians act with integrity, fortitude, and gospel hope in a volatile political season? That’s the question that David French, Curtis Chang, Ashley Hales, and Russell Moore consider on this special episode. Recorded live at a spring The After Party event in Washington, DC, the first half of the episode features a live panel discussion. In…
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In this way, the lord who is in a role of a devotee, and his most intimate devotee, they exhibited the qualities of a Vaishnava. A Vaishnava is always taking the greatest happiness in appreciating the service and the devotion of other Vaishnavas. And a devotee is never envious, is never inclined to find faults with others but is always trying to ap…
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If we stop using the “S” word, will more people embrace socialist ideals? Sean’s Monologue: The Neoliberal-Fascism Connection In this episode, Sean interviews Dan McCrory, an author of extraordinary diversity and depth. Dan has published books in many genres, but today we focus on his powerful work of non-fiction: Capitalism Killed the Middle Class…
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When Ramananda Rai came out of the Godavari, he saw this sanyasi sitting in the far east and the effulgence was so brilliant and attractive that he came and offered his prostrated obeisances to the sanyasi. And when Lord Chaitanya saw him, both of their love awakened with such pure feeling that Lord Chaitanya lifted him up and embraced him.…
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There’s not too many Kadambha Munis on the planet today who can do that. There is not that many Devhutis or Kadambha Munis today. But just because we can’t be like that does not mean we can’t learn from what there are trying to teach us. Sukadev Goswami extracted those episodes in history that are for the ultimate welfare of humanity, to learn from…
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AJ must reach his mom to seek her help and check on her. The cohort comes along as support, but it's a race to the bottom to determine which one endangers the cohort the most with their antics. --------- EPISODE TRANSCRIPT: GCC Episode 14: Zuse Needs a Leash Get your snack and beverage of choice ready. It’s time to “Gather ‘Round the Trashfires” fo…
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“Can actions with ulterior motives benefit everybody in the end?” Sean’s Monologue: Bully Pulpit International Our guest today is internationally-recognized author, presenter, and volunteerism expert Karen Knight. With nearly three decades of experience mentoring and advising social impact organizations, Karen is a leading voice in challenging conv…
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Episode Highlights: · Highlight the stark contrast between Kamala Harris’s inclusive vision and Donald Trump’s divisive rhetoric. · Emphasize the importance of Harris's commitment to democracy, human rights, and economic opportunity for all Americans. · Expose Trump’s dangerous plans, including Project 2025, and the threat they pose to individual f…
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Do we believe in redemption? That’s the question Latasha Morrison, author and founder of Be the Bridge, encourages listeners to consider. On this episode, Morrison and Moore discuss the issues of race, culture, and history’s impact on the present. They talk about what it’s like to listen, lament, and act on behalf of the oppressed—surrendering our …
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Send us a text Our episode #46 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/15479735 Our chat on I Was A Teenage Fundamentalist: https://pod.link/1558606464/episode/cbd70c6c0c7f61a2ee51cdade0a85d7a Headline about Steve Greisen’s crime: https://gazette.com/news/courts/greisen-pleads-guilty/article_657a1e80-c80b-11ed-8af4-ef8af7389e73.html 2nd Chapter of Acts:…
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Could the Constitution provide the antidote to polarization? Yuval Levin thinks so. The director of social, cultural, and constitutional studies at the American Enterprise Institute, Levin is the author of a new book titled American Covenant. In it, and during this episode, Levin identifies the reasons people feel as though America is at a breaking…
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Episode Highlights: · Learn how Harris's inclusive and ethical leadership contrasts sharply with Trump's divisive approach. · Understand why Harris chose Walz, a leader known for transparency, coalition-building, and bold reforms. · Dive into the comparison of Harris's commitment to justice and Trump's self-serving actions. · See how Harris and Wal…
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American politics have hit a fever pitch. In the wake of events such as the assassination attempt on former president Trump, President Biden’s choice not to run for reelection, and the announcement of the Harris-Walz ticket, we’re revisiting a fan-favorite episode on political polarization. This conversation with Elizabeth Neumann, the former assis…
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Episode Highlights: · Discover how responsible leaders like Joe Biden make decisions that prioritize the nation's well-being over personal ambition in our latest podcast episode. · Learn why Kamala Harris is receiving overwhelming support and what it means for the future of American democracy—tune in to hear the full story. · Find out how the right…
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Was Richard Nixon a Christian? As America approaches the 50th anniversary of Watergate, Russell Moore welcomes Daniel Silliman, Christianity Today news editor and the author of One Lost Soul: Richard Nixon’s Search for Salvation to the podcast. Silliman and Moore discuss the dissonance between Nixon’s Quaker heritage and legacy as the president who…
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Srila Prabhupada was very uncompromising what he spoke in his lectures and what he wrote in his books but how he applied those principles to individual personal cases was with such compassion whatever helped that person to become more attracted to Krishna, he would present it that way. That’s following in Prabhupada’s footsteps. Not just repeating …
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“The systems were designed without love in mind.” Sean’s Monologue: The Case Against Kamala In this profound episode of "Coup Save America," host Sean St. Heart delves into the crucial topic of healing the deep-seated racism and other cultural harms that plague our society. Joining him is Jesse Mass (JD), an acclaimed author, and expert in organiza…
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Episode Highlights: "A Call to Action: Understanding the Realities of Trump’s Narcissism and Its Effects" Examine Trump's Disdain for Democracy: Unpack how Trump's actions and rhetoric challenge the foundations of democratic values. Recognize the Consequences of Trump's Narcissistic Behaviors: Understand the widespread effects of Trump's narcissism…
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It’s a frenzy out there. As America draws closer to the presidential election, the cultural sense of division and disquiet only grows. On this episode, Russell Moore and producer Ashley Hales respond to listener questions, exploring how Christians can stay grounded in tumultuous times. Questions addressed in this episode include: What practices or …
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Send us a text Our original episode #14: The Plane Crash That Killed Keith Green https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/13186307 The YouTube video "The TERRIFYING Last Minutes of Christian Music Singer Keith Green" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfRYtT8JL38 The YouTube video "We Can LEARN A LOT From Keith Green's Plane Crash" https://www.youtube.com/w…
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The only way to get ahead of a destructive evolution is to change the rules of the game. Sean’s Monologue: Slavery as the Root of Black Disparity Today we welcome award-winning journalist and social documentarian, Paula Lehman-Ewing. Amongst her many journalistic accomplishments, Paula earned a SPJ Silver Heart award for relaunching the defunct new…
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Episode Highlights: · Discover why President Biden’s decision to step down is being hailed as a historic moment in American politics. · Hear from Barack Obama on Biden's profound impact and why his choice to pass the torch to Kamala Harris exemplifies true patriotism. · Understand the stark contrast between Biden’s selfless leadership and Trump’s c…
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**Special Note: Christianity Today will unveil our new redesign on August 12th! Don’t miss out—click here for a trial subscription.** "We need to do a better job as Christians of talking about the body in ways that valorize creation—not just criticizing people who want to do things we think are morally wrong, but helping them understand what God ma…
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Episode Highlights: · Understand the Alarming behaviors of Trump described by myself and other mental health professions who name his behaviors and how they are impacting you, the Republican party, and its members. · Obtain a clear understanding of the history of Trump’s actions from 2016 to now, and realize the inability of the MAGA Republicans to…
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This episode was recorded before the attempted assassination of former President Trump. What is it that binds Americans together as a nation? That’s the question that Russell Moore and his guest, sociologist and professor James Davison Hunter, address on this episode of The Russell Moore Show. With political violence on the rise in America and arou…
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Episode Highlights: · Understand Trump’s behaviors with Dr. Jackalyn who has 47 years in the mental health field and will provide a factual analysis of the reasons that Trump’s behavior is so dangerous to our country. · Gather detailed descriptive behaviors of Trump from David A. Graham’s article “Trump’s New Racist Insult” about his statements abo…
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