Best Ben Tam Podcasts (2024)

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🇯🇵Cabbage: Japanese Pancake Theme Park; Is Kimchi Magical?🪄 25:38

2h ago25:38

25:38

Ben ruins Em’s fave fruit by using it in a truly cursed vintage cabbage recipe but there’s also delicious cabbage things like an okonomiyaki park and wild kimchi pairings. There’s also creepy dolls. Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and snacky food pursuits. See omnystudio.com/listener for…

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Get A Life Ep. 124 with Beth Seed compilation videos Volume 2 1:33:17

4h ago1:33:17

1:33:17

After all the Neche articles, Beth Seed was inspired to continue her PBCC facts of the day. In Volume 2, she does not disappoint! Her witty and charming display of facts will have you laughing, crying and scratching your head at the absurdity of the PBCC community. You'll hear about Beth's insightful investigation into liquor licenses and financial…

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👑 Stephanie Alexander’s Favourite Snack And How She Gets Kids To Love Veggies 🥦 20:23

1h ago20:23

20:23

Oh no big deal, just our idol having a chat about her favourite bread and most-loved recipes in Australia's most iconic cookbook The Cook's Companion. Find out why Stephanie Alexander is such a goddess of the Australian food scene and what she has in store for Kitchen Garden Month. Want more? Follow Stephanie Alexander or the Kitchen Garden Foundat…

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Get A Life Ep.123 with Sam & Melissa from Growing Up in Polygamy 1:00:16

3h ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Welcome back to Part 2 where we continue the eye-opening discussion on high-demand religious groups and their manipulative tactics. In this episode, we delve deeper into the experiences of individuals who have left the FLDS and LDS Church, shedding light on the inner workings and control exerted by charismatic leaders like Warren Jeffs and Bruce Ha…

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✨Kewpie Mayonnaise: A Magical Kewpie Pop-Up Cafe; How to Make Kewpie Yourself 😻 12:18

1d ago12:18

12:18

Would you try a Kewpie pudding? We make one and the results are… surprising. Plus, some ideas on how to use the last part of the Kewpie in the bottle and what to do if you’re – GOD FORBID – without Kewpie in the house. [0:46] Kewpie Cafe Pop-Up [6:22] DIY Kewpie Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our…

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Get A Life Ep.122 with guests Sam and Melissa FLDS, LDS and the PBCC 1:11:48

1h ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Sam and Melissa founded the Growing Up in Polygamy podcast to help survivors of the fundamentalist Mormon cult, Warren Jeffs FLDS, and other extremist high-control groups. As we discuss our experiences, we discover that, polygamy aside, the FLDS and the PBCC are remarkably similar in their history, leadership and mechanisms of physical, mental and …

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🐸 Lime: Spiders, Cordial & Frog In A Pond; What Is Brazilian Lemonade?🤔 21:59

6d ago21:59

21:59

Hmmm, are you making guacamole wrong? There’s a crucial step you might be missing. Plus the weird, wild and medically useful tale of the Gimlet cocktail. We round up the best bogan fake-lime flavoured food and drink and make your new fave hot-day drink! [0:49] Bogan fake-lime things [6:26] What is Brazilian Lemonade? [11:41] How to make elite guaca…

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Get A Life Ep.121 with guest Isaac Foster part 2 57:59

22d ago57:59

57:59

We jump right into part 2 with Isaac reading his note on how he felt whilst being held up in a tiny apartment by the priests. In this episode, Isaac really dives into what helped him gain his strength and balance in the world outside of the PBCC. From moments of heartache to rediscovering hope, Isaac's story is a testament to what we all can overco…

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🍬Adam Liaw’s Fave Japanese Gummies And Underrated Malaysian Dishes🌶️ 23:59

12d ago23:59

23:59

We bow down! Super smart cook, TV show host and author Adam Liaw shared his baking tips with Ben and schooled Em on why black pepper is so appealing. We spoke about his fave condiments and chip packets and also beer, because Adam has created one in collaboration with James Squire – a pale ale called Chef Blend and it's out today. You should already…

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Get A Life Ep.120 with Guest Isaac Foster Part 1 1:25:45

27d ago1:25:45

1:25:45

TRIGGER WARNING! This podcast contains discussions on physical abuse, sexual abuse and suicide. Viewer discretion is advised.Isaac's story originates in New Zealand with an abusive father that he couldn't escape from. In this inspiring story, Isaac shares what it was like growing up in the PBCC where he not only suffered physical abuse but also sex…

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🍭Lollipop: Can You Guess The Melody Pop Tune? And Candy Deodorant... Lollipops? 🤨 13:00

9d ago13:00

13:00

This episode sucks (nah, it might genuinely be one of our best… if you like unhinged Spicks & Specks and want to know how lollipops have changed massively since you were a kid). Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and snacky food pursuits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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🐟 Sardines: Why Are They So Hot Right Now? Plus, Sardine Cigarettes 🤨 25:37

16d ago25:37

25:37

Want to know the best supermarket sardine tins? And how you can smoke them IN THE TIN for your next party trick? There’s also some unhinged concoctions (of course) but they’re actually… delicious?! [1:00] Em’s fave sardines [7:15] Why are sardines so hot (literally) right now? [14:49] Vintage sardine cigarettes [19:01] Oh noooooooo... Ben's sardine…

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Get A Life Ep.119 David Wallace, Brad Mitchell, Rod Diplock- Leaked emails from the Church of Crime (Edited version) 2:12:53

1M ago2:12:53

2:12:53

**NEW**In this edited version of Episode 119, we added more documentation that came forward ,spiced up the intro, and filled in who was on the Global Advisory Panel (GAP). Head to 1:34:30 to find out what the PBCC wanted to buy David, 1:54:38 to find out what elite PBCC members sit on the GAP panel, 2:03:40 for the full compilation of the viral vid…

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🔥 Biscoff: WTF Is It And Why Are We Obsessed? Also, Biscoff Tiramisu 🤤 26:14

2M ago26:14

26:14

Why is Biscoff the most popular thing on the internet? We take a look at this popular spread and make some wildly delicious (and easy) things with it. Em has strong feelings about this spread’s presence in the supermarket and Ben cranks out his fave adorable kitchen appliance again. [0:43] Is Biscoff taking over? [8:18] Going viral [12:53] Biscoffe…

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Get A Life Ep.119 David Wallace, Brad Mitchell, Rod Diplock- Leaked emails from the Church of Crime 2:07:05

2M ago2:07:05

2:07:05

In this documentary style podcast we discuss preachers, pedophiles, private investigators, lawyers and liars, criminals, and crooked cops, big business, bibles, black eyes and bribery, and lots and lots of money. Welcome to the strange Jekyll and Hyde world of the “Universal Elderhood” of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, whose revered priest…

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😻Cream: Is Canned Whipped Cream The Best or Worst? ’70s Style Ripple Cake!🍍 22:53

30d ago22:53

22:53

This time it’s Ben’s turn to veer off course into questionable old school recipe territory… with a war rationing number and a truly irresponsible use of cream and tomato sauce (yes, together). Meanwhile, Em dabbles in whipped cream of all forms and creates a family recipe in the style of a ripple cake. [0:44] Whipped Cream Wars [5:02] The Worst Use…

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Get A Life Ep. 118 with Andrea (Mackinnon) Becker -1 year later 1:19:58

2M ago1:19:58

1:19:58

Join us as we celebrate a one year celebration of freedom! Lyle and Andrea and their 2 beautiful daughters made it out of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church in tact and are thriving in every way that is possible. Andrea takes us back to the day they left and walks us through what that first week was like. She opens up about the challenges of tr…

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Honeycomb: Bertie Beetles Year Round? Did White Choc Crunchie Exist? 29:24

1M ago29:24

29:24

Did you know there's Bertie Beetle PEANUT BUTTER!? If you expected actual honeycomb in this episode, you're gonna be shattered... it's all Violet Crumbles, Crunchies and Bertie Beetles. Ben goes full mad scientist in the kitchen and Em bribes you with a special Bertie Beetle offer. At the end of the episode we have a little note about supporting In…

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Get A Life Ep. 117 with guest Tam Bennett 1:31:35

2M ago1:31:35

1:31:35

Join us as we dive into Tam Bennett's letter she wrote to the entire PBCC community when she left with he brothers in 2018. This letter addresses all the reasons why we continue doing what we do. We discuss the judgment that is placed on any diversity; the lack of empathy, compassion and kindness towards non-community members, especially those that…

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🤔Baked Beans: Why Were They On Em’s 9th Birthday Cake? Pimp My Beans!😋 24:51

1M ago24:51

24:51

Overwhelmed by the choice in the baked bean aisle? We tell you the best (and worst) tins to look out for. Em wonders why no one ate her ninth birthday cake while Ben pimps his beans in three different ways (warning: one is cursed). [0.46] Em’s 9th birthday cake [4:45] Pimp my beans [10:48] Best tin of baked beans? [17:33] Baked bean museum Follow u…

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Get A Life Ep.116 Ben Woodbury TikTok Compilation Vol. 3 59:24

2M ago59:24

59:24

Reflections of Freedom: A Gay Ex-Cult Members JourneyIn this poignant and powerful video compilation, Ben opens up about his life and current happenings within the PBCC, sharing his emotional and transformative journey. Through a series of heartfelt and personal anecdotes, he revisits his time within the cult, and also talks in detail about the PBC…

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😰Beetroot: Why Your Wee Is Red; Aussie Fish & Chip Shop Burgers🍔 21:11

2M ago21:11

21:11

Did you survive the great beetroot shortage of 2024? Why do we put tinned beetroot on burgers? Can Ben overcome his baking fear to make a lovely little sweet treat? And most importantly… piss: why does beetroot turn it red? [0:32] Aussie burgers [8:41] Beetroot shortage of 2024 [13:01] Beetroot wee [15:30] Chocolate beetroot cake Follow us on Insta…

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🍫White Chocolate: WTF Is Caramilk? Microwave White Chocolate Crumb With Potato Chips😻 26:14

2M ago26:14

26:14

Which underrated biscuit is the ultimate nanna bikkie? Is white chocolate even chocolate? And more importantly, does it even matter? Warning: Ben gets fired up in this episode. Whether you’re pro or anti-Caramilk, there’s more than enough chocolate (ok “chocolate”) to go ‘round. [0:48] Is white chocolate chocolate? And does it matter? [7:36] Ben’s …

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Get A Life Ep. 115 with Guest Dr. Jill Aebi-Mytton re Data Research 1:15:11

3M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

Many leavers of the PBCC (Exclusive brethren) have struggled or are struggling with their mental wellbeing. To what extent does being born and raised in a high control group such as the PBCC contribute to this struggle? Many would say it does but what actual evidence is there to support this hypothesis? Research provides that evidence. Join us as w…

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🤔Cinnamon: It’s Lying To You; Cute KMart Hack to Revive Stale Donuts😻 22:35

2M ago22:35

22:35

What if everything you thought you knew about cinnamon was a lie? Did you too wake up one day and everyone was talking about cinnamon scrolls and you had no idea why? Also in this ep, find out how you can revive always-stale supermarket cinnamon donuts with a lil pizazz! [0:59] Cinnamon Scrolls: WTF [7:51] It’s all lies [11:49] Toothbrushing hack […

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😱Tinned Soup: ‘Soup On A Stick’ and Other Truly Cursed Horrors 😨 26:24

2M ago26:24

26:24

Sorry in advance. But this episode is more disgusting than delicious. We bring up (almost literally) some 1950s to 1970s ‘recipes’ featuring tinned soup which should never see the light of day. But on the more positive side, Ben cracks a tinned soup conspiracy wide open! [0:59] Soup On The Rocks [7:36] A Nostalgic Cream of Asparagus Recipe [13:57] …

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Get A Life Podcast Ep. 114 with guest Joey Green with excerpt on Myles Admiraal & Lee Admiraal 1:13:40

3M ago1:13:40

1:13:40

What a story this is! Born into an intensely homophobic and misogynist cult, Joey Green comes to the realization that she is a lesbian – and to make a bad situation worse, her father is an outspoken anti-gay activist. Joey was on episode 93 as anonymous and came back as herself to fill in many parts of her story she wasn't able to fill in before. O…

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🍔Sesame: A Questionable Big Mac Hack; Everything Bagel Seasoning… Dessert?😱 27:27

3M ago27:27

27:27

We get sprinkling with DIY furikake made from Ingredipedia’s favourite fish and also blow our own minds with a dessert hack for the sweet-and-savoury fiends. There’s also a Maccas hack that will leave you questioning everything and also a big tip for a hidden and extremely delicious black-sesame snack that will change your life (no exaggeration). […

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Get A Life Podcast Ep. 113 with guest Andrea (MacKinnon) Becker 1:15:18

4M ago1:15:18

1:15:18

Get-a-Life smashes through the Brethren’s “wall of separation” with this first ever interview of a current and participating member of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church. After listening to the mandatory Friday night recording of Cult Messiah Bruce D. Hales, and before attending the mandatory Saturday morning Cult Bible Reading, PBCC “sister” A…

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🔥Fire: How to Make S’Mores at the Office; The Smokiest Campfire Jaffles🏕️ 26:59

3M ago26:59

26:59

Toasting marshmallows on company time? It’s possible. Ben unearths some relics from the past to cook ‘Smokeshow’ fire jaffles and rounds up the best fire-based restaurant experiences. Also, we get inspired by Lennox Hastie from Sydney’s Firedoor restaurant and try out one of his recipes. This flammable episode of Ingredipedia is sponsored by Vivid …

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Get A Life Ep. 112 with guest Matthew, ex-employee of a PBCC business 1:07:09

4M ago1:07:09

1:07:09

For a community of compassionate and caring Christians, the PBCC businesses tend to get the opposite reviews from former non-community members. Matthew's story isn't anything new to us, but still is heart wrenching to listen to. The comments on social media, messages and emails sent to us by former and current employees all have the same theme- it'…

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🔥Pitmaster Jess Pryles Knows About Fire (and Tomahawk Steaks)🥩 [Bites] 14:45

4M ago14:45

14:45

Ever freak out at the thought of ruining an expensive piece of meat? Or wondered why anyone would deep fry a smoked leg of ham? Same. We turned to meat expert and live fire cook Jess Pryles, who’s an Australian chef living in Texas, for the answers. Aside from being the oracle on all things meat and fire, Jess is the founder of both Hardcore Carniv…

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Get A Life Ep.111 with Guest Chris Jones (Barber) 1:34:14

4M ago1:34:14

1:34:14

Chris Jones’s last view of God’s Chosen People was from the balcony of the London meeting hall in Park Lane, as the Aberdeen crisis split JND’s famous “Metropolitan” congregation in two, and half the “saints” stormed out of the hall amid angry recriminations. Born into the well known Barber brethren family, Chris changed his surname to Jones when h…

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🇮🇹Nutella: Do Italians Do It Better? Random Suburbs That Made Nutella Doughnuts Famous🍩 19:35

4M ago19:35

19:35

Is there a difference between Nutella made here and Nutella imported from Italy? Why did we lose our minds about Nutella doughnuts in 2015? Also, the great Nutella riots and Ben gets freaky with savoury biscuit pairings. [0:46] Do Italians do it better? [5:06] Nutella doughnut trend [13:07] Nutella riots [15:54] Nutella Arnott’s Shapes pairings Fol…

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Get A Life Ep.110 Priestly visit with Mick Strange Rod Diplock, Local Priests and Therapist Shanelle 3:03:50

4M ago3:03:50

3:03:50

TRIGGER WARNING-Listen in as 4 Plymouth Brethren “priests” subject a lone teenager to a vicious and humiliating hour-long Gestapo-style interrogation. Never before in the 200 year history of the PBCC has the brutality of the Brethren priests been recorded and made public. For former members, this will be a highly triggering yet deeply familiar expe…

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😡Pepper: Should It Be Banished From Tables? Cacio e Pepe Two Ways🍝 23:50

4M ago23:50

23:50

This is the most heated Ingredipedia has ever got. Who knew Em and Ben had such strong opposing pepper opinions? There’s also a deep dive into the world’s oldest soft drink Dr Pepper and a multi-faceted exploration of one of the truly great pasta dishes. [00:37] Should black pepper be outlawed? [05:21] Cacio e pepe, two ways [10:42] WTF is in Dr Pe…

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Video Diaries & Discussions Ep. 6 Anonymous Insider shares abuse story 1:57

4M ago1:57

1:57

In this video, an anonymous PBCC insider bravely opens up about their experience of childhood sexual abuse, revealing that their perpetrator continues to walk free as a member of the cult and evade justice. Link for insiders - https://docsend.dropbox.com/view/nq7v3c5mju3ib7yu#SurvivorStory #ChildhoodAbuse #SeekingJustice #plymouthbrethrenchristianc…

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Get A Life Ep. 109 with guest Malcolm Hart 1:30:51

5M ago1:30:51

1:30:51

This raw, emotional interview brought us to tears as Cassie Davies and Cheryl Hope witnessed Malcolm Hart share his journey within the PBCC and his exit from the toxic cult. Malcolm pleads to those inside to not follow a man and to be true to yourself. Malcolm was not willing to drop his principles to become rich and asks those inside, "When do you…

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🍯Crumpets: WTF Is Crumpet Toast? Ben’s Saucy Crumpet Topping🤯 11:34

5M ago11:34

11:34

There's a huge crumpet problem. We’ll guide you in navigating the rough crumpet seas to ensure you have delicious crumpets (or at least innovative and interesting crumpets) for your breakfast and/or mid-morning snack. Also, is crumpet toast worth buying? And WTF is it? [0:42] Crumpet problems and crumpet toast [7:34] Unhinged crumpet topping Follow…

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Get A Life Ep. 108 with Anonymous OneSchool Global Teacher Pt.2 1:35:49

5M ago1:35:49

1:35:49

This was a tear jerker episode as "Jane" continues telling her experience of teaching at OneSchool Global. We hear the all too familiar stories of alcohol and wonder if the PBCC will listen and make changes, especially after the latest car crash that happened, killing 4 people. "Jane" expresses her concerns on their views of the environment and thi…

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Get A Life Ep.107 with Anonymous OneSchool Global Teacher Pt.1 1:28:07

5M ago1:28:07

1:28:07

We sit down with Ben Woodbury, a former OneSchool student and another former teacher and discuss the horrors within this establishment. Our anonymous teacher goes through her interview process where she saw many red flags including how these students are not allowed post secondary education. She explains the separation of the boys and girls and her…

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🤩Iain ‘Huey’ Hewitson Is Back (And We Are Starstruck!) – The Interview!😱 [Bites] 16:46

5M ago16:46

16:46

Huey is one of Australia’s most iconic TV chefs (hello, food-themed braces) and he is BACK! We loved watching him on school sick-days, so we lost our minds when we actually got to talk to the great man himself! We chatted about wiping the plate with a tea towel, his fave anchovies and evidently… being in a band!? Follow Huey on TikTok: @huey_on_tik…

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MOHAMMED on Millionaire SECRETS, Making Money ONLINE and Journey with Islam 1:17:46

5M ago1:17:46

1:17:46

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Video Diaries and Discussion Ep.5 Anne Hamilton makes a life changing decision 4:00

5M ago4:00

4:00

Anne Hamilton's videos are a very real and authentic account of her journey leaving the PBCC. In this video diary she shares on TikTok, she goes through the moment she knew she needed to leave and what that meant to her family.Link for insiders-https://docsend.dropbox.com/view/gc75fn2nfv9iegrw#plymouthbrethrenchristianchurch #pbcc #abuse #church #c…

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Get A Life Ep.106 with guest Neville McCallum Part 2 1:54:21

5M ago1:54:21

1:54:21

If Part 1 of Neville and Pip's story didn't shock you, part 2 will. Neville dives into his mom's heart wrenching story and how disposable she was to the Exclusive Brethren. Neville walks through the abuse of alcohol in the cult and his conversations he has had with others on this topic. We go through more letters that leave you rocked to the core, …

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Get A Life Ep. 105 with guest Neville McCallum Part 1 2:05:28

5M ago2:05:28

2:05:28

In the next 2 episodes, be prepared to hear history that sets up the toxic behavior we see escalated today, in the PBCC. Neville and Pip McCallum wrote a book called Cast outside the camp that documents the insidious horrors that the Exclusive Brethren are capable of. Neville walks us through their families journey escaping this awful cult. Through…

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😵Peas: Eating Still Frozen Peas (WTF); Pie Floater Chips & Pea Snacks✨ 23:51

5M ago23:51

23:51

Rant incoming! Em has something to say to those who eat still-frozen peas. Ben turns into a chip maestro creating the perfect pie floater snack and also delves into the depths of his freezer. Also… soooo many pea snacks (all delicious)! [00:52] Frozen peas: an angry rant [06:00] DIY pie floater chips [13:52] Pea chips snack wrap [18:57] Ben's Chris…

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Get A Life Ep. 104 Hales Money Dynasty 1:15:07

5M ago1:15:07

1:15:07

It's not the money, it's the LOVE of money that drives the Hales dynasty. Instead of loving people, the Hales are proving to many that they love money more and use their flock to attain their wealth. In this podcast Cheryl, Ben and Cassie get into the latest article from Michael Bachelard and Lucy Macken. Is it possible for those inside the PBCC to…

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Get A Life Podcast Ep.103 with Ben Woodbury's TikTok Volume 2 55:22

5M ago55:22

55:22

Ben Woodbury is known as @excultboy on TikTok and has helped inform thousands of people about the Exclusive Brethren/PBCC. Ben's vulnerable conversations bring truth to the surface time and time again, which allow for many people to shed what they've experienced in his safe space. Not only does he dive into all the questions he gets from around the…

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🍿Popcorn: Is It Socially Acceptable To Eat By The Handful? The World’s First Cereal? 🧐 24:28

5M ago24:28

24:28

Ever wondered why we can’t watch a movie without drastically overpriced buttered popcorn? Or what INSANELY GOOD topping you should be sprinkling on top? Grab a handful and shovel it in. [01:07] By the fistful? [06:45] Why do we eat popcorn at the movies? [13:03] Was popcorn the first breakfast cereal? [18:51] Best flavourings Follow us on Instagram…

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