In this episode, we discuss demographic trends going on within Christianity and the inevitability of Atheists outnumbering Christians in the United States. We discuss the reasons for this trend, what the church is TRYING to do to stop it, and what the church COULD do to stop it.

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In this episode, we discuss the breaking story that online tradwife Patriarchy Hannah (@harmonizedgrace) is not in fact the submissive wife to Tony and the mother of 14 children, but has secretly been convicted felon and online kinkster Jennifer Bays, of Arkansas.

In this episode we also discuss the fraud allegations against online homeschooling advocate Rachel Wilson (@Rach4Patriarchy).

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In this episode, we discuss Aimee Semple McPherson's alleged kidnapping, legal troubles, public reputation, and family struggles later in life.

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This is the first of a 2 part episode about Aimee Semple McPherson, a woman who was possibly the first ever megachurch preacher in the early 1900s. Her story is as incredible as it is scandalous. We hope you enjoy!

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In this episode, we answer 6 questions asked to the r/deconstruction subreddit covering a variety of topics including fear of disappointing your parents, figuring out what music to listen to, and telling your spouse that you've been having doubts.

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In this episode, we deconstruct the Book of Jonah

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In this episode, we review Jinger Duggar's new book, "People Pleaser: Breaking Free From the Burden of Imaginary Expectations"

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In this episode, we discuss the Alamo Christian cult following Susan's death in 1982 up until Tony's 2009 imprisonment and death in 2017. This episode contains discussions of child abuse including physical, sexual, and mental abuse, as well as exploitation of child labor.

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In the first part of this 2 part episode, we discuss Tony and Susan Alamo's origins, The start of their cult ministry in Southern California, and their move to Arkansas.

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In this episode, we are joined by Dinah House-Fire to review what happened in 2024, and to make predictions for 2025!

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