This week, join us as we attend the sentencing hearing in R v. Olubobokun. Victims shared powerful impact statements, and while Olubobokun's lawyer did his best to defend the indefensible, the truth spoke louder. Hear firsthand accounts from those inside the courtroom, and follow us as we continue down this long road toward justice.

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A Saskatchewan Provincial Court Judge has delivered a thunderous verdict: guilty on all nine counts against former private school director John Olubobokun.

Olubobokun was the longtime Director of Christian Centre Academy, a school that later rebranded to Legacy Christian Academy, and most recently to Valour Christian Academy.

After leaving, he founded yet another institution, Grace Christian Academy, which was shut down by the provincial government in 2022 after his victims came forward. Join his former students as we discuss and read portions of the judge's decision.

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Join Quentin and Mark for some brief updates.

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Join us as we break down the closing arguments in the first criminal trial of John Olubobokun, a former staff member at Legacy Christian Academy and Mile Two Church. We recount the bizarre and contradictory tactics used by defense lawyer Ron Piché, including shifting blame to deceased staff, and wild claims about khaki pants and iPhones. We also preview the upcoming trial of Duff Friesen, share what it's like sitting just feet from the accused, and reflect on the strength it takes to face court again and again. A raw and revealing look at how justice might finally begin to be served.

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In this episode of latest developments, we unpack newly released affidavits and expert witness reports from the class-action lawsuit against Legacy Christian Academy and Mile Two Church. They highlight findings from experts in education, psychology, and child abuse that expose how the Saskatchewan government failed in its duty to oversee independent schools. The episode also shares triggering testimony from alumni, revealing the deep and lasting effects of abuse. Please listen with care.

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In this episode, Cate and Quentin are joined by Robynne and Coy for a heartfelt conversation about the recent John Olubobokun trial. Together, they reflect on the emotional weight of the proceedings and share their personal reactions to its unexpected new delay, exploring the broader impact the trial has had on their lives and community.

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Join us this week as we welcome Randal Rauser, Director of Faith-Based Organization Investigations at Veritas Solutions and co-author of Disabuse: How to Prevent, Detect, Investigate, and Eliminate Abuse in Churches and Faith-Based Organizations. We gain insights into how investigations are handled by churches, and why some might prefer to sweep it all under the rug.

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Join us this week as we welcome Beth Granger, one of the lead plaintiffs in a high-profile lawsuit in Canada, who is also a former student of the now-defunct Grenville Christian College in Ontario. Beth will share her personal experiences and discuss her newly released book, Born and Razed: Surviving the Cult Was Only Half the Battle.

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In today's episode, we sit down with an inspiring alumna of Christian Centre Academy, all the way from New Zealand! Christi shares her experiences at Christian Centre Academy, reflecting on her formative years at the church and school, and how those experiences have profoundly influenced her career as a trauma counsellor.

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In the second installment of our series, we connect with Dana and Dan, longtime volunteers from Evangelist Mark Barclay's church, which shares a history with our former home church. Recently, three former leaders from Barclay's church have faced criminal charges—one has been convicted, while the other two are still navigating the legal system. When the allegations surfaced, Dana and Dan courageously spoke out in defense of the truth, despite Mark Barclay's dishonest statements about the events. Mark Barclay also knowingly had a violent convicted felon around children in his church and in a position of leadership without disclosing to his congregation. These discussions are particularly timely given the current political climate.

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