Trigger Warning: Discussion of childhood sexual abuse, child sexual abuse material.

In this episode, we discuss the trial of Josh Duggar. We will review the events leading up to his trial and the failure of responsible parties along the way. We also come up with a fun nickname for the Duggar patriarch, and why being homeschooled is not a good legal defense. Also, Emily discusses holding up Walgreens on her first period.

Resources:

National Sexual Assault Hotline (free and confidential): 800-656-HOPE (4673)

National Domestic Violence Hotline (free and confidential): 800-799-7233

Everyone in Tennessee is a mandated reporter. Tennessee Code Annotated 37-1-403(i) (1) requires all persons to report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect. You can call the hotline 24/7 at 1-877-237-0004.

For cases of abuse or neglect outside of Tennessee, or for more information, check out this link: https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/responding/reporting/how/

Talking to an adult who is a survivor or abuse or assault? Check this out: https://www.rainn.org/articles/tips-talking-survivors-sexual-assault

Links:

Buzzfeed Article:

https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/stephaniemcneal/josh-duggar-family-allegations-timeline

Breakdown of timeline of events before the trial: https://www.nwahomepage.com/northwest-arkansas-news/josh-duggar-trial-a-timeline-of-events/

Breakdown of the trial:

https://www.nwahomepage.com/josh-duggar-trial/josh-duggar-trial-day-4-duggar-confessed-to-molesting-children-says-close-family-friend-under-oath/?utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=socialflow

Bill Gothard breakdown:

https://newrepublic.com/article/151787/bill-gothard-fundamentalist-trap

Fundie Fridays Youtuber on Duggars and IBLP/Gothard:

https://youtu.be/ml9N3IQqh8M

First police report: https://imgur.com/a/uePgT#0

InTouch article: https://www.intouchweekly.com/posts/bombshell-duggar-police-report-jim-bob-duggar-didn-t-report-son-josh-s-alleged-sex-offenses-for-more-than-a-year-58906/

Fundie Wiki: https://fundamentalists.fandom.com/wiki/Josh_Duggar_Molestation_Scandal

Statute of Limitations Clarification:

https://www.msnbc.com/msnbc/why-the-duggar-abuse-investigation-end-msna601861

Claire sits this episode out and we bring on a special guest to talk about his journey up and out of fundamentalism including 'no swim Sundays', honeymoon babies, and the question every Christian should be asking themselves: is it okay to celebrate Veterans' Day?

Plus, Civil War reenactors... we know which side you're on.

Welcome back to Adventures in Podyssey, a reflective road trip to our whits end. Today, we're talking about why 'sold out for Jesus' types don't make great husbands (or fathers, friends, etc.), the common fear of replacing God with close relationships, and why your calling to ministry could use an ego check. Plus, Emily attempts to relate to the youth with as many TikTok references as possible, and Claire gets on her soapbox to talk about Greek life.

https://tolovehonorandvacuum.com/2021/07/on-elisabeth-elliots-terrible-courtship-and-dating-men-sold-out-for-jesus/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=sheilagregoire&utm_content=On%20Elisabeth%20Elliot%27s%20Terrible%20Courtship--and%20Dating%20Men%20%22Sold%20Out%20for%20Jesus%22

https://medium.com/belover/the-purity-hoax-c9b1c4934325

https://www.fathommag.com/stories/the-successful-pursuit-of-god

https://christianhistoryinstitute.org/magazine/article/william-careys-less-than-perfect-family-lifehttps://tolovehonorandvacuum.com/2021/07/on-elisabeth-elliots-terrible-courtship-and-dating-men-sold-out-for-jesus/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=sheilagregoire&utm_content=On%20Elisabeth%20Elliot%27s%20Terrible%20Courtship--and%20Dating%20Men%20%22Sold%20Out%20for%20Jesus%22

https://medium.com/belover/the-purity-hoax-c9b1c4934325 (source from the SG article)

https://www.fathommag.com/stories/the-successful-pursuit-of-god

https://christianhistoryinstitute.org/magazine/article/william-careys-less-than-perfect-family-life

Trigger warning: this episode contains discussion surrounding sexual abuse and sexual assault.

We're back in the van for another road trip! This time, we're talking 'gossip', 'slander', and what it means when Matthew 18 becomes a verb.

Ever told the truth about someone's character and been told you were slandering them? Ever shared something with another person only to be accused of gossip? This episode is for you. Join us as we discuss the weaponization of truth in Christian communities, the power of words, and fruit ninja.

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Links to helpful resources:

CT article that inspired this episode: https://bit.ly/379FLc8

The Dispatch covers RZIM scandal: https://bit.ly/3BXOAEg

Ramsey Solutions and gossip from RNS: https://bit.ly/3lbOJxW

David French on handling abuse as an organization: https://bit.ly/2Vnr5U0

Nancy and David French on Kanakuk scandal: https://bit.ly/37a4BZC

"What is a Girl Worth" by Rachael Denhollander: https://amzn.to/3ic3uyL

Watch Athlete A on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81034185 "Holy Gossip": https://bit.ly/2VmMVaf

Hey friends!

On this episode of Adventures in Podyssey, we're taking a road trip with longtime friend/fourth sister, Faith Lu, to chat about everyone's favorite topic: dispensationalism! (What, you DON'T love to casually talk about the end times?)

Two things to note:

1. We tried a new recording setup for this episode and it... flopped. Sorry about the quality of the episode. We're not audio engineers by a long shot.

2. We throw around the term 'dispensationalist' a lot in this episode and don't hold back with our critiques. However, we want you to know that in the context of this episode, 'dispensationalist' means someone who holds to all or most tenets of that theology. People who casually hold some dispensational viewpoints or have never been exposed to an alternate way of thinking are NOT the individuals we're critiquing here. Everyone has a few dispie french fries hiding in the seats of their car (including us).

Enjoy the ride!

If you've ever been traumatized by the phrases 'modest is hottest', 'guard your heart', or 'are those spaghetti straps?'.... You're not alone.

Formerly known as 'the most modest girls at the party', the Brown girls break down the hot topic of purity culture, its consequences, and their own experiences wearing leggings.

Part 1 features us revisiting high school trauma and plenty of microphone issues.

Part 2 discusses sex after purity culture, women teaching men to use anything other than 5-in-1 shampoo, and Emily learning what 'the bird app' is.

If you've ever been traumatized by the phrases 'modest is hottest', 'guard your heart', or 'are those spaghetti straps?'.... You're not alone.

Formerly known as 'the most modest girls at the party', the Brown girls break down the hot topic of purity culture, its consequences, and their own experiences wearing leggings.

Part 1 features us revisiting high school trauma and plenty of microphone issues.

Part 2 discusses sex after purity culture, women teaching men to use anything other than 5-in-1 shampoo, and Emily learning what 'the bird app' is.