*Content Warning : In this episode we discuss child abuse openly, sharing our personal experiences and stories. Please use discretion when listening.*

In continuing our evangelical education for Cult Month, I couldn't leave out a discussion about Bill Gothard, IBLP and the normalization of child abuse at his hands. And there was no other person who came to mind to discuss this topic besides Lindsey Williams, one of the stars from the documentary Shiny Happy People. As one of "Gothard's Girls" Lindsey has a unique perspective into life at Headquarters, what's expected of you and what actually happens behind closed doors.

Show Notes

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In Honor of Eddie Peter

Shiny Happy People

Bill Gothard

Coalition for Responsible Home Education

Recovering from Religion

IGotOut.org

Out of MLM

The BITE Model

LAMLM Book Club

MLM Dupes

How can you help?

MLM Change

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Music : The Limits of the Cosmos by Geoff Harvey

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