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Alissa's Awake episodes
- Welcome to Alissa's Awake
Alissa’s Awake is a podcast centered on the powerful stories of former Jehovah’s Witnesses, especially women who are reclaiming their voices, independence, and personal identity after leaving the organization. Each episode explores the journey of waking up, stepping away from the religion, and navigating the complex path of healing and self discovery. Through honest conversations about topics often considered taboo, including religious trauma and life after a cult, the podcast creates a supportive space rooted in compassion, understanding, and empowerment.
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About Alissa's Awake
From the publisher's feed
Alissa's Awake: Ex-Jehovah's Witness Women Speak Out is a powerful podcast amplifying the voices specifically of women who have left the Jehovah’s Witness religion. Hosted by Alissa,…
this series dives deep into real stories of religious trauma, shunning, purity culture, control, and the painful, yet empowering journey of waking up and walking away.
Through in-depth interviews and anonymous stories, former Jehovah’s Witnesses share what life was really like inside the organization, what led them to question their faith, and how they are rebuilding after leaving a high control religion. Some guests bravely appear on the show, while others choose anonymity for safety but every story matters.
From disfellowshipping and family estrangement to deconstruction, therapy, and healing from spiritual abuse, no topic is off limits.
If you’re navigating life after leaving Jehovah’s Witnesses, healing from religious trauma, questioning your beliefs, or supporting someone exiting a controlling faith, this podcast offers validation, community, and hope.
You are not alone. Your story deserves to be heard.