Most people have heard of Christian Science and passed by the reading rooms, but how much do you know about it? 

Hilary grew up as a radical reliant Christian Scientist, which meant her family avoided medical intervention in favor of prayer to try to cure ailments. She lived to talk about it, but others weren't so lucky.

As an adult, Hilary became an atheist and started the Leaving Christian Science Podcast on YouTube. Join us to talk about the history of this group, which is primarily made up of families who have stayed connected to it since its early days. We'll also discuss the medical neglect of children and how much pressure church members have experienced in the past to avoid doctors. While this appears to be changing, elderly members still tied to the belief system continue to suffer as they age and fall ill.

***This episode contains descriptions of medical neglect and death. Listen with care.

Music by Lee Dunn, opening/closing song by The Chaw

Editing by Dhyana Levey

Watch Hilary's show! https://www.youtube.com/@LeavingChristianSciencePodcast