Having left the Old Order Amish 27 years ago, Eli Yoder, has helped 200+ people flee the Amish community.  In today's episode, we discuss the consequences of leaving the Amish, how his mother demanded he never return, and ultimately how his fan base helped soften his mother, and the discussion they recently had when he paid her a visit.  

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Eli’s 1st interview:  When Depression is Considered SIN in the Old Order AMISH (ft. Eli Yoder) 

Eli’s 2nd interview:  Old Order AMISH: Devastating Effects of ZERO S*x Ed Before Marriage (ft. Eli Yoder)

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Eli’s book -  Undeceived: From Amish Tradition to Christ’s Redemption

Website: Eliyoder.com

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Chapter marks

00:04:01 Eli explains the Old Order Amish

00:07:03 Why Eli wanted to leave the religion

00:13:18 How Eli escaped the Old Order Amish

00:16:38 How affection is s*xualized within the Amish community

00:22:15 Consequences of leaving

00:31:08 Eli's mother cuts him off

00:41:12 Eli reflects on the reconciliation with his mother

00:49:48 Amish Traditions Eli Still holds onto

00:50:53 Eli’s book: Undeceived: From Amish Tradition to Christ’s Redemption

00:55:29 Linda, Listen

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