<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2020672/open_sms">Send us a text</a>You will likely recognize our guest today from her social media reels on Instagram speaking out about Christian fundamentalisms hidden realities. If not, go check them out they are great! Today's topics we cover high control marriage and high control religion, and handmaid's tale shit. There is some content that will be triggering for some listeners (marital rape, infant discipline and death, violence) please be advised before listening to this episode. Tia Levings shares the realities of what it’s like to live in Christian fundamentalism on social media. Her work seeks out the missing female perspective in patriarchal spaces and supports the survivors of religious trauma. She will appear in the 2023 Amazon docuseries on the Institute of Basic Life Principles and her memoir, A Well-Trained Wife, will be released in 2024 (St. Martin’s Press).<a href='https://tialevings.com/'> </a> Learn more at <a href='https://tialevings.com/'>TiaLevings.com</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/tialevingswriter/'>@tialevingswriter</a> on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube  <a rel="payment" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2020672/support">Support the show</a>Facebook Suppport Group: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/groups/1024788251753835'>Cheers to Leaving - Exvangelical Support Group | Facebook</a>

Send us a text You will likely recognize our guest today from her social media reels on Instagram speaking out about Christian fundamentalisms hidden realities. If not, go check them out they are great! Today's topics we cover high control marriage and high control religion, and handmaid's tale shit. There is some content that will be triggering for some listeners (marital rape, infant discipline and death, violence) please be advised before listening to this episode. Tia Levings shares the realities of what it’s like to live in Christian fundamentalism on social media. Her work seeks out the missing female perspective in patriarchal spaces and supports the survivors of religious trauma. She will appear in the 2023 Amazon docuseries on the Institute of Basic Life Principles and her memoir, A Well-Trained Wife, will be released in 2024 (St. Martin’s Press). Learn more at TiaLevings.com @tialevingswriter on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube Support the show Facebook Suppport Group: Cheers to Leaving - Exvangelical Support Group | Facebook

<a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2020672/open_sms" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send us a text</a>You will likely recognize our guest today from her social media reels on Instagram speaking out about Christian fundamentalisms hidden realities. If not, go check them out they are great! Today's topics we cover high control marriage and high control religion, and handmaid's tale shit. There is some content that will be triggering for some listeners (marital rape, infant discipline and death, violence) please be advised before listening to this episode. Tia Levings shares the realities of what it’s like to live in Christian fundamentalism on social media. Her work seeks out the missing female perspective in patriarchal spaces and supports the survivors of religious trauma. She will appear in the 2023 Amazon docuseries on the Institute of Basic Life Principles and her memoir, A Well-Trained Wife, will be released in 2024 (St. Martin’s Press).<a href="https://tialevings.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a> Learn more at <a href="https://tialevings.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">TiaLevings.com</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tialevingswriter/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@tialevingswriter</a> on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube&nbsp; <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2020672/support" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support the show</a>Facebook Suppport Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1024788251753835" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cheers to Leaving - Exvangelical Support Group | Facebook</a>

Ep 59 The Hidden Reality of Christian Fundamentalism Part 1 (with Tia Levings)

Welcome to "Cheers to Leaving," the podcast that's all about expanding our horizons and embracing diverse perspectives. Join your hosts, Rachael and Cameron, as they embark on a new journey of understanding and connection. In this revamped season, Rachael and Cameron, both who left their evangelical Christian backgrounds, are shifting the spotlight to illuminate stories that exist beyond the realm of Christianity. With an open heart and a commitment to fostering dialogue, they explore the narratives of individuals who bring unique experiences, beliefs, and perspectives to the table. "Cheers to Leaving" is not just a departure from religion and the familiar; it's an invitation to explore the rich tapestry of human stories that may lie outside our comfort zones. Through thoughtful conversations, the hosts aim to bridge the gap between different worlds, fostering empathy, understanding, and unity. Whether you identify with a specific faith, philosophy, or are still finding your path, this podcast invites you to pull up a chair, grab a metaphorical drink, and join the conversation. It's time to raise our glasses to leaving behind Christianity, preconceptions, embracing diversity, and celebrating the multitude of voices that make up the human experience.&nbsp;Get ready for insightful conversations, eye-opening revelations, and a journey that promises to challenge, inspire, and leave you with a deeper appreciation for the vast tapestry of beliefs that shape our world. Welcome to the new era of "Cheers to Leaving" - where everyone's story is not just heard but celebrated. Cheers! 🥂

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Welcome to "Cheers to Leaving," the podcast that's all about expanding our horizons and embracing diverse perspectives. Join your hosts, Rachael and Cameron, as they embark on a new journey of understanding and connection. In this revamped season, Rachael and Cameron, both who left their evangelical Christian backgrounds, are shifting the spotlight to illuminate stories that exist beyond the realm of Christianity. With an open heart and a commitment to fostering dialogue, they explore the narratives of individuals who bring unique experiences, beliefs, and perspectives to the table. "Cheers to Leaving" is not just a departure from religion and the familiar; it's an invitation to explore the rich tapestry of human stories that may lie outside our comfort zones. Through thoughtful conversations, the hosts aim to bridge the gap between different worlds, fostering empathy, understanding, and unity. Whether you identify with a specific faith, philosophy, or are still finding your path, this podcast invites you to pull up a chair, grab a metaphorical drink, and join the conversation. It's time to raise our glasses to leaving behind Christianity, preconceptions, embracing diversity, and celebrating the multitude of voices that make up the human experience.  Get ready for insightful conversations, eye-opening revelations, and a journey that promises to challenge, inspire, and leave you with a deeper appreciation for the vast tapestry of beliefs that shape our world. Welcome to the new era of "Cheers to Leaving" - where everyone's story is not just heard but celebrated. Cheers! 🥂

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