Preacher Boys Podcast

By Eric Skwarczynski

Society & Culture Religion & Spirituality Christianity

What's Preacher Boys Podcast about?

Join your host, Eric Skwarczynski, as he sits down with brave survivors who are shedding light on decades of physical, mental, and sexual abuse within the Independent Fundamental Baptist movement.

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Preacher Boys Podcast episodes:

05.05.2024
304: Therapist Reacts to John MacArthur's Take on PTSD, ADHD, and OCD
Joe Nucci is a psychotherapist with thousands of hours of experience working with psychological and personal development issues. He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, couples, families, and adult children of dysfunctional families. I wanted to share this...
05.01.2024
303: Why I SHUT DOWN the Preacher Boys Facebook Group for Two Weeks
In today's episode, I discuss why I shut down the Preacher Boys Facebook group for two weeks and what I hope changes. ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced...
04.28.2024
302: Getting Educated About Abuse | Ashley Easter
Ashley Easter is a passionate advocate committed to guiding individuals toward liberation and empowerment. With an unwavering dedication to helping others break free from abuse and oppression, Ashley channels her energy into creating a space where individuals can unlock their...
04.24.2024
301: Did You Know a "Christian Flag" Exists?
Magic Mind made this episode possible! Get 20% off your first order of Magic Mind by visiting MagicMind.com/PreacherBoys and using the discount code PREACHERBOYS20 ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️...
04.21.2024
300th Episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast!
Today is the 300th episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, and a lot has happened since episode one… The podcast journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. From taking a seat with Chris Hansen to joining forces with Paris...
04.17.2024
299: When Law and Order: SVU Did a Duggar Episode
Over its impressive 26-season run, Law and Order: SVU has consistently mirrored real-life events in its gripping fictional storylines. From the Chris Brown domestic abuse case to the Casey Anthony investigation and the Michael Jackson allegations, the show has always...
04.14.2024
298: Adverse Religious Experiences Explained | Dr. Laura Anderson
Dr. Laura Anderson is a psychotherapist, trauma resolution coach and consultant, writer and educator specializing in complex and developmental trauma, dynamics of power and control and religious trauma based out of Nashville, TN. ✖️✖️✖️ Resources Mentioned: – When Religion...
04.10.2024
297: Olivia Plath's Teen Vogue Interview | An Ex-Fundamentalist Reacts
Olivia Plath -- who entered public awareness through the TLC reality series Welcome to Plathville – recently sat down for an interview with Vogue Magazine. The article, Olivia Plath on Christian Fundamentalism, Welcome to Plathville, and Deconstructing, spoke to me...
04.07.2024
296: Scott M. Coley | Exposing the Propaganda of the Religious Right
Scott Coley exposes the inner workings of the religious right’s propaganda—and how Christians can resist it. Good evangelical Christians are Republican. It seems like it’s always been this way. That means the propaganda is working. Scott Coley trains a critical...
04.03.2024
295: 13-Year-Old Victim "Would Be Lucky" | Asa Akira Defends Statutory Rape in Resurfaced Clip
I came across a video on Instagram recently of famous pornstar Asa Akira, who eventually became Pornhub’s Ambassador and host of the Pornhub Podcast in 2018. This clip was from a 2012 episode of her original podcast, DVDASA, which she...
03.31.2024
294: Dr. Steven Hassan | "It’s Your Mind, Only You Should Control It"
Today on the show, Eric Skwarczynski is joined by Dr. Steven Hassan. Dr. Hassan is a licensed mental health professional, a recognized expert on cults and undue influence, and possesses professional experience both in the US and abroad. ...
03.29.2024
293: John Wilkerson Showed His True Colors | ft. April Avila and Kathy Durbin
Eric Skwarczynski sits down with friends, survivors, and fellow Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals cast members Kathy Durbin and April Avila to discuss John Wilkerson, the pastor of First Baptist Church of Hammond. ✖️✖️✖️ Links Mentioned:...
03.24.2024
292: Shelly Snow Pordea | Exposing Truth Through Fiction
Shelly Snow Pordea is a dynamic figure, renowned as a speaker, publishing consultant, and author of the captivating Tracing Time trilogy. This trilogy, a compelling narrative of women navigating the complexities of life while endeavoring to protect themselves and their...
03.20.2024
291: Bob Jones University EXPOSED in New Podcast Series
Andrew Pledger talks about his work exposing the dark history of Bob Jones University in Greenville, SC, through his new podcast, Beyond BJU. ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE...
03.17.2024
290: Christina Cheetham | Abuse and Cover-up at North Valley Baptist Church
First coverage of the lawsuit: https://youtu.be/I6laSC_E3ZY Multiple sources close to North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California, stated that after the evening service on Wednesday, March 13, the livestream was shut off. After the livestream ended, Pastor...
03.13.2024
289: When Andrew Tate is Worshipped, Society Needs Better Value Systems
Full transcript: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/when-andrew-tate-is-worshipped-society Despite the arrests, Tate’s followers remain as loyal as ever - claiming that these arrests are just attempts by “the matrix” to silence them. As with any cultish following, perceived persecution tends to encourage rather than weaken....
03.10.2024
288: Former North Valley Baptist Church Youth Pastor Sued for Sexual Abuse of Two Minors
Link to full transcript: https://open.substack.com/pub/preacherboys/p/former-north-valley-baptist-church?r=15p355&utm;_campaign=post&utm;_medium=web ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: preacherboyspodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/ https://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspod To connect with a community that shares the Preacher Boys Podcast's mission to expose abuse...
03.03.2024
287: Took a DNA Test, Turns Out I’m 100% Mormon | Shelise Ann Sola
Shelise Ann Sola was born and raised in Utah with a long ancestry in Mormonism. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints was the only way to the highest level of heaven and she eagerly accepted the challenge....
02.28.2024
286: Defending Democracy From Its Christian Enemies | David Gushee
Purchase a copy of Defending Democracy From Its Christian Enemies: https://amzn.to/3OS1Zps About David Gushee: Rev. Prof. Dr. David P. Gushee (PhD, Union Theological Seminary, New York) is Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics at Mercer University, and Chair of...
02.25.2024
285: NC Pastor Says Rapist Should Go Free if the Victim Wore Shorts
Support the podcast on Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ A sermon clip posted by "BadSermons" on X, featured Pastor Bobby Leonard, Pastor of Bible Baptist Tabernacle in Monroe, North Carolina saying, "You’ll find more women with shorts than pants and dresses combined. If...
02.21.2024
284: Building a Supportive Community | Ashley Easter
Eric Skwarczynski sits down with Ashley Easter, the founder of Courage365, to discuss how survivors can build healthy community. ✖️✖️✖️ LINKS MENTIONED: Let Us Prey Q&A;: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/let-us-prey-a-survivor-forum-tickets-824504313597?utm-campaign=social&utm-content;=attendeeshare&utm-medium;=discovery&utm-term;=listing&utm-source;=cp&aff;=ebdsshcopyurl Nic Corl Sentencing: https://patch.com/california/banning-beaumont/ex-teacher-banning-christian-school-sentenced-molestation ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you...
02.18.2024
283: The Election Cycle and Religious Trauma | Dr. Laura Anderson
Support the podcast on Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ Dr. Laura Anderson is a psychotherapist, trauma resolution coach and consultant, writer and educator specializing in complex and developmental trauma, dynamics of power and control and religious trauma based out of Nashville, TN. On...
02.14.2024
282: The Trauma of Purity Culture | Dr. Laura Anderson
UNLOCK my full conversation with Dr. Laura Anderson on Adverse Religious Experiences: https://www.patreon.com/posts/5-common-adverse-97677702 Purchase a copy of When Religion Hurts: https://amzn.to/3uBgoiT About When Religion Hurts: Religious trauma is something that happens far more often than most people realize. But religious...
02.11.2024
281: Angela J. Herrington | Deconstructing Your Faith without Losing Yourself
Purchase a copy of Deconstructing Your Faith Without Losing Yourself here*: https://amzn.to/49afVTU Angela is a faith deconstruction coach and host of The Deconstructing Faith Summit who helps people break free from toxic religious culture & empowers them to recover from...
02.08.2024
280: Bible Teacher Jared Kobernat Sentenced to Four Years in Prison
Jared Kobernat went to school at West Coast Baptist College in Lancaster, CA before becoming a staff member at First Baptist School in Plattsmouth, NE – a ministry of First Baptist Church. According to the First Baptist School website, they are...
02.04.2024
279: Alice Greczyn | When God Becomes Chaos
Purchase a copy of Wayward here*: https://amzn.to/499MuB3 When Alice Greczyn's parents felt called by God to exchange worldly employment for heavenly provision, they followed their faith into homelessness with five children and a cat in tow. Homeschooled and avowed...
01.28.2024
278: Sadie Carpenter | We Shall All Be Groomed
✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: - preacherboyspodcast.com - https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ - https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc - https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/ To connect with a community that shares the Preacher Boys Podcast's mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFICIAL Preacher Boys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/ Our Sponsors: *...
01.26.2024
[BONUS EPISODE] Kentucky Pastor and Hair Stylist Exposed for Predatory Behavior
The Associate Pastor at Bethel Independent Baptist Church and co-founder of the Cowan and Co. Salon in Glasgow, KY has been exposed for sending inappropriate messages and photos to multiple women – including at least one under 18 years old....
01.21.2024
277: Common Red Flags in IFB Churches
In this clip from my guest appearance on the Bible Uncut and Unfiltered Podcast, I discuss some of the common structural issues within IFB churches that make them far more susceptible to abuse cases happening. Join us in this eye-opening...
01.14.2024
276: Lydia Joy Launderville | My Bitterness is a Gift
Lydia Joy Launderville was born and raised in the Independent Fundamental Baptist movement until leaving at the age of 21. More than half a decade later, she continues to speak about those beginning years, what life in the Church was...
01.07.2024
275: Amanda Householder | Filming Let Us Prey, Shutting Down Circle of Hope, and Discussing the SICCA Act
I initially interviewed Amanda Householder on June 10, 2020. During our conversation, she revealed that a staggering number of "troubled teen homes" existed across the United States. Despite purporting to assist at-risk youth, these facilities often functioned as unregulated...
12.31.2023
274: Nadine Macaluso | Run Like Hell
PRE-ORDER RUN LIKE HELL NOW*: https://amzn.to/48bWM2N At age twenty-two, Nadine married Jordan Belfort, the nefarious stockbroker portrayed in the Hollywood blockbuster The Wolf of Wall Street. Their marriage began as a fairytale, but once they were bonded, Jordan’s ”mask”...
12.24.2023
273: Hillary McBride, PhD | Navigating Disembodiment and Trauma
Purchase a copy of Practices for Embodied Living: https://amzn.to/3RU7DJz In The Wisdom of Your Body, clinical psychologist and award-winning researcher Hillary McBride explored the ways many of us inherit a broken understanding of the body and offered a more...
12.17.2023
272: Sarah Stankorb | Author of Disobedient Women
Purchase a copy of Disobedient Women*: https://amzn.to/3uRkS4Q Listen with a free trial of Audible*: https://amzn.to/3Ret8Dq Journalist Sarah Stankorb outlines how access to the internet—its networks, freedom of expression, and resources for deeply researching and reporting on powerful church...
12.10.2023
271: Sharon Liese | Director of Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals
Support the Preacher Boys Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/preacherboys Purchase a Preacher Boys shirt, mask, sticker, or other merch to rep the show! https://www.teepublic.com/user/preacher-boys-podcast ✖️✖️✖️ Sharon Liese is an Emmy® winning filmmaker who is known for having her finger on...
12.03.2023
270: Ruthy Heiler Sent Her Predatory Christian School Teacher to Prison... TWICE
Survivor and founding member of the Blind Eye Movement, Ruthy Heiler, joins the Preacher Boys Podcast to discuss her experience pursuing justice against Aaron Willand, filming the documentary series, Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals, and more. ✖️✖️✖️...
12.01.2023
269: Eric Skwarczynski's Personal Journey In and Out of the IFB (IndoctriNation Podcast Appearance)
Hear Eric Skwarczynski's appearance on the IndoctriNation Podcast. The IndoctriNation Podcast is a weekly podcast covering cults, manipulators, and protecting yourself from systems of control. Each week therapist Rachel Bernstein sits down with former cult members, intervention experts, and people...
11.26.2023
268: April Avila | "Good Girls Don’t Have Bad Things Happen to Them" (And Other IFB Lies)
April Avila is one of the featured interviewees in Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals, a new four-part docuseries exposing the predatory and insidious behavior within the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) Churches, and the struggles of survivors to find...
11.19.2023
267: Ruthy Heiler | Don’t Turn A Blind Eye to Abuse
Ruthy Heiler is one of the featured interviewees in Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals, a new four-part docuseries exposing the predatory and insidious behavior within the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) Churches, and the struggles of survivors to find...
11.12.2023
266: Isami Daehn | The Struggles of Advocacy, Finding Your Circle, and More "Fake Missionaries"
Isami is a subject matter expert on anti-human trafficking and child safety. She grew up in Japan and was raised by professional con artists under the guise of "missionaries." Her home was an unsafe place for children, as her mother...
11.11.2023
265: “Let Us Prey” Documentary Series Coming Soon!
For three years, I've had to keep this under wraps, and I can honestly say it's been one of the hardest secrets I've ever had to keep! I'm honored to share the screen with so many brave, amazing people. I...
10.29.2023
264: Listener Q&A w/ Michael McNeilly | Paul Chappell, Crown College, Why Focus on the IFB?
Welcome back to the Preacher Boys podcast! In this episode, we dive into your questions and address some crucial topics. Host Eric Skwarczynski is joined by Michael McNeilly, also known as the Sheriff of the Preacher Boys Official Discussion Group....
10.16.2023
263: Jill Duggar is "Monetizing Her Trauma" (And She Has Every Right To)
Read my Full Article: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/jill-duggar-is-monetizing-her-trauma As Jill Duggar says in her book, she had to keep her reality separate from the narrative presented on reality TV. What people had seen in the past was essentially Jim Bob's twisted...
10.08.2023
262: Christian School Teacher CAUGHT on Camera | 6 Felony Charges
Subscribe to my free Preacher Boys newsletter: https://preacherboys.substack.com/ ✖️✖️✖️ Stephen Ayon – Music Director at Fishers Baptist Church in Fishers, Indiana – was arrested on September 29, 2023, on six felony charges after being confronted by self-proclaimed predator...
10.01.2023
261: Escaping Toxic Environments | Ft. ASHLEY EASTER + Claudia King, Sarah Edmondson, Emily Anderson
Join the 30 Days of Courage NOW, and you'll be part of a powerful FREE online event starting October 1st-30th inside the Courage 365 Facebook group. This year, we're taking it to the next level! Prepare to be blown...
09.24.2023
260: Mississippi Youth Pastor Arrested, Evangelist Behind Bars, and Other Updates from the IFB
This episode is made possible by Audible. Claim a FREE 30-day trial of Audible Premium Plus here: https://amzn.to/4563R2W ✖️✖️✖️ On today's episode, I'm breaking down a couple of headlines of abuse within the Independent Fundamental Baptist Movement, giving...
09.20.2023
259: The Power of Telling Stories | Introducing Story Jam 2023 (ft. Shelly Snow Pordea + Jon Snow)
Prepare for an intimate and inspiring evening of storytelling, song, poetry, and art featuring a diverse line-up of thriving survivors… The 1st Annual Story Jam is happening in St. Louis! Be they cults, high-demand groups, organizations or companies, spiritually abusive...
09.17.2023
258: Inside Jill Duggar's Book | Counting the Cost Review
Purchase a copy of Counting the Cost here: https://amzn.to/3LsOXNj For the first time, discover the unedited truth about the Duggars, the traditional Christian family that captivated the nation on TLC’s hit show 19 Kids and Counting. Jill Duggar and...
09.10.2023
257: How Bob Jones University Treats Survivors | Erin Burchwell
Erin Burchwell is a Columbus, Ohio-based florist, designer and illustrator. She grew up as a faculty kid on the campus of Bob Jones University, an extremely conservative Christian college known for its strict rules and controversial beliefs. In 2014, Erin...
09.03.2023
256: "Is it God's Will, or Dad's Will?" | Jessica Willis Fisher
Purchase a copy of Jessica Willis Fisher's memoir here: https://amzn.to/3qVyhXU Growing up the eldest daughter in a large, highly controlled, fundamentalist Christian household, Jessica Willis was groomed to perform and conform to her father's disturbing and chaotic teachings. Cut off...

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Preacher Boys Podcast episodes:

304: Therapist Reacts to John MacArthur's Take on PTSD, ADHD, and OCD

303: Why I SHUT DOWN the Preacher Boys Facebook Group for Two Weeks

302: Getting Educated About Abuse | Ashley Easter

301: Did You Know a "Christian Flag" Exists?

300th Episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast!

299: When Law and Order: SVU Did a Duggar Episode

298: Adverse Religious Experiences Explained | Dr. Laura Anderson

297: Olivia Plath's Teen Vogue Interview | An Ex-Fundamentalist Reacts

296: Scott M. Coley | Exposing the Propaganda of the Religious Right

295: 13-Year-Old Victim "Would Be Lucky" | Asa Akira Defends Statutory Rape in Resurfaced Clip

294: Dr. Steven Hassan | "It’s Your Mind, Only You Should Control It"

293: John Wilkerson Showed His True Colors | ft. April Avila and Kathy Durbin

292: Shelly Snow Pordea | Exposing Truth Through Fiction

291: Bob Jones University EXPOSED in New Podcast Series

290: Christina Cheetham | Abuse and Cover-up at North Valley Baptist Church

289: When Andrew Tate is Worshipped, Society Needs Better Value Systems

288: Former North Valley Baptist Church Youth Pastor Sued for Sexual Abuse of Two Minors

287: Took a DNA Test, Turns Out I’m 100% Mormon | Shelise Ann Sola

286: Defending Democracy From Its Christian Enemies | David Gushee

285: NC Pastor Says Rapist Should Go Free if the Victim Wore Shorts

284: Building a Supportive Community | Ashley Easter

283: The Election Cycle and Religious Trauma | Dr. Laura Anderson

282: The Trauma of Purity Culture | Dr. Laura Anderson

281: Angela J. Herrington | Deconstructing Your Faith without Losing Yourself

280: Bible Teacher Jared Kobernat Sentenced to Four Years in Prison

279: Alice Greczyn | When God Becomes Chaos

278: Sadie Carpenter | We Shall All Be Groomed

[BONUS EPISODE] Kentucky Pastor and Hair Stylist Exposed for Predatory Behavior

277: Common Red Flags in IFB Churches

276: Lydia Joy Launderville | My Bitterness is a Gift

275: Amanda Householder | Filming Let Us Prey, Shutting Down Circle of Hope, and Discussing the SICCA Act

274: Nadine Macaluso | Run Like Hell

273: Hillary McBride, PhD | Navigating Disembodiment and Trauma

272: Sarah Stankorb | Author of Disobedient Women

271: Sharon Liese | Director of Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals

270: Ruthy Heiler Sent Her Predatory Christian School Teacher to Prison... TWICE

269: Eric Skwarczynski's Personal Journey In and Out of the IFB (IndoctriNation Podcast Appearance)

268: April Avila | "Good Girls Don’t Have Bad Things Happen to Them" (And Other IFB Lies)

267: Ruthy Heiler | Don’t Turn A Blind Eye to Abuse

266: Isami Daehn | The Struggles of Advocacy, Finding Your Circle, and More "Fake Missionaries"

265: “Let Us Prey” Documentary Series Coming Soon!

264: Listener Q&A w/ Michael McNeilly | Paul Chappell, Crown College, Why Focus on the IFB?

263: Jill Duggar is "Monetizing Her Trauma" (And She Has Every Right To)

262: Christian School Teacher CAUGHT on Camera | 6 Felony Charges

261: Escaping Toxic Environments | Ft. ASHLEY EASTER + Claudia King, Sarah Edmondson, Emily Anderson

260: Mississippi Youth Pastor Arrested, Evangelist Behind Bars, and Other Updates from the IFB

259: The Power of Telling Stories | Introducing Story Jam 2023 (ft. Shelly Snow Pordea + Jon Snow)

258: Inside Jill Duggar's Book | Counting the Cost Review

257: How Bob Jones University Treats Survivors | Erin Burchwell

256: "Is it God's Will, or Dad's Will?" | Jessica Willis Fisher