On this solo episode of the podcast, Eric breaks down the IFB's views on modesty, and what they can teach us about the movement. Prefer to read the article? Click here: https://www.preacherboysdoc.com/looking-your-best-for-the-preacher-boy-the-ifb-modesty (https://www.preacherboysdoc.com/looking-your-best-for-the-preacher-boy-the-ifb-modesty) Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (preacherboysd...
Jul 25, 2020•12 min•Ep. 50
A letter sent November 23, 1990 reveals that then president and editor of the Sword of the Lord, Curtis Hutson, KNEW of "financial improprieties" and "immorality" but REFUSED to remove Jack Hyles from the "Sword Board." He also explicitly stated he would not preach with those who spoke out against Jack or Dave Hyles, for fear of doing "damage to Fundamentalism." The letter literally concludes with Hutson claiming he would deny everything he previously said in the letter if it became public. This...
Jul 23, 2020•9 min
On this episode, Eric sits down with the daughter of controversial IFB pastor, John Koletas. Resources Mentioned: https://outoftheshadows.today/ (https://outoftheshadows.today/) Wolves Among Lambs: https://amzn.to/2BwKYPg (https://amzn.to/2BwKYPg) The Body Keeps the Score: https://amzn.to/2YWA5Po (https://amzn.to/2YWA5Po) When Narcissism Comes to Church: https://amzn.to/38sEdd0 (https://amzn.to/38sEdd0) Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e...
Jul 05, 2020•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 49
Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (preacherboysdoc.com) https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/) https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc (https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc) https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/) To connect with a community who share the Preacher Boys Podcast mission to expose abuse i...
Jul 01, 2020•45 min•Ep. 48
On this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, Eric sits down with Joshua Smith. Joshua shares about his experiences as a pastor within the Independent Fundamental Baptist movement, and the shocking way that his depression was addressed by the leadership around him. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (preacherboysdoc.com) https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.facebook.com/pre...
Jun 24, 2020•46 min•Ep. 47
On this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, Eric sits down with Abby Jameson. Abby attended the Marvelous Grace Girls Academy in Pace, FL – which resides in the same building that once housed the infamous New Beginnings Girl's Academy. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (preacherboysdoc.com) https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/) https://twitt...
Jun 21, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 46
On Monday, February 17, 2020, A Lawsuit Was Filed By JOY RYDER Against DAVID HYLES, HYLES-ANDERSON COLLEGE, INC., And FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HAMMOND, INDIANA, INC. On Wednesday, June 17, 2020, DAVID HYLES, HYLES-ANDERSON COLLEGE, INC., and FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HAMMOND, INDIANA, INC. have filed to dismiss the lawsuit. More Info Can Be Found Here: https://www.preacherboysdoc.com/ryder-v-hyles (Https://Www.Preacherboysdoc.Com/Ryder-V-Hyles) Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiti...
Jun 18, 2020•15 min•Ep. 45
As the Youth Pastor at https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/Journey%20Church (Journey Church), Carl Stine seeks to make disciples of young people, and in turn help them reach others with the Jesus' love. He longs for young people to understand their identity in Christ, and have the confidence to live out their faith. He believes in building disciples through relationships. Carl accepted Christ at an early age, and God has given him a passion to share Christ with others....
Jun 17, 2020•47 min•Ep. 44
On this episode of the Preacher Boys podcast, Eric sits down with Rachel Shomsky, who grew up in a family heavily influenced by the racist and sexist teaching of Peter Ruckman. She talks about the ramifications that Ruckman's toxic theology had on her childhood and those around her, how she began preparing to exit, and the lessons she has learned in hindsight. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: preacherboysdoc.com https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ https://twitter.c...
Jun 14, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 43
Circle of Hope Girls Ranch is a religious corrective boarding facility for adolescent girls. Dozens of survivors have come forward alleging physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. On this episode, I sit down with the founders' daughter, Amanda Householder, to discuss Circle of Hope, the Agape Boarding School, and other facilities in the "troubled teen" industry. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: – preacherboysdoc.com – https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=qmqMy7r04bw&red...
Jun 10, 2020•21 min•Ep. 42
Over the course of 30 years, Jeri Massi has produced novels that have entertained and inspired young people. She also turned her skills to demanding protection for victims of abuse, producing a blog, books, and several audio documentaries on issues of abuse that Christians must confront. On this episode of the podcast, your host, Eric Skwarczynski, sits down to talk to Jeri about her tireless battle against abuse within the Independent Fundamental Baptist Movement. Jeri Massi: http://www.jeriwho...
Jun 07, 2020•28 min•Ep. 41
On this bonus episode, Eric responds to a new development in the Jack Schapp case. Jack Schaap requested early release from prison, citing good behavior as an inmate and a desire to care for his parents in light of COVID-19. Read the article: https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-schaap-compassionate-release-st-0607-20200605-xdtlesygo5fv3b3di4tk5e266y-story.html (https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-schaap-compassionate-release-st-0607-20200605-xdtlesyg...
Jun 06, 2020•8 min•Ep. 40
On this special episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, Eric Skwarczynski is joined by Mike Hutchinson (The True Presbyterian Podcast) to discuss the origins and theology of the IFB movement. Mike Hutchinson: https://thetruepresbyterian.transistor.fm/subscribe (https://thetruepresbyterian.transistor.fm/subscribe) https://www.facebook.com/thetruepresby/ (https://www.facebook.com/thetruepresby/) https://twitter.com/thetruepresby/ (https://twitter.com/thetruepresby/) Find more stories regarding the I...
Jun 05, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 39
Your host, Eric Skwarczynski, sits down with guest Michael McNeilly for a second time on the Preacher Boys Podcast. They discuss their takeaways from the ongoing riots happening across the United States, the refusal to have conversations about sexuality within the IFB, the subjection of women and how that plays into abuse, and so much more. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (preacherboysdoc...
May 31, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 38
Eric Skwarczynski, the host of the Preacher Boys Podcast, answers various listener questions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15NBXI88ui8&t=78s (01:18) – With talking to survivors, do you see any patterns in abuse, stories, or the overall culture in the IFB? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15NBXI88ui8&t=165s (02:45) – What are you doing now to protect yourself emotionally as you navigate all these stories? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15NBXI88ui8&t=215s (03:35) – What practices ha...
May 29, 2020•18 min•Ep. 37
On this Episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, your host, Eric Skwarczynski, sits down with Julia Gilbert. Julia opens up about her difficult childhood experiences, the difficulty of reporting actions that make you feel uncomfortable within IFB circles, her experience at West Coast Baptist College, and the division fundamentalism has caused within her own family. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdo...
May 27, 2020•47 min•Ep. 36
On today's episode of the Preacher Boys podcast, Eric Skwarczynski is joined by Carter. Carter spent over seven hundred days inside the New Beginnings Girls Academy – a reform school for "troubled girls." Hear about the treatment that Carter received at the school, the huge boundaries that the staff stepped over, and what life has been like since leaving. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (...
May 25, 2020•48 min•Ep. 35
On this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, Eric is joined by Rebekah Palmer. Rebekah shares about battling a severe and rare disability within a judgmental religious environment that treats physical or mental disabilities as fruit of a deeper spiritual issue. She also discusses the dark secret she was forced to keep from her early years of childhood, as well as how she has found healing, strength and encouragement to overcome. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://...
May 20, 2020•44 min•Ep. 34
On today's episode, your host, Eric Skwarczynski, is joined by Dr. Kelli Palfy. Dr. Kelli Palfy began her professional career working in adult and youth corrections. Here she noticed a disproportionate number of males in the system. After becoming an RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) officer, she took an interest in investigating sex crimes and went on to specialize in sex crimes committed against children internationally. Here, as she combed through video evidence, she witnessed first-hand t...
May 17, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 33
On this episode, your host, Eric Skwarczynski, is joined by Claire Horner. Claire Horner is known in Atlanta as ATL Shrink and The Relationship Translator. Therapist and advocate for clients seeking relief from sexual assault and those pursuing healthy relationships. She is licensed as a Professional Counselor with a dual masters. There has been so much hurt and abuse within the Church, that she thought it best to gain particular education in this area so she pursued a degree in Professional Cou...
May 13, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 32
On this episode, Eric sits down with Nicole Mitchell. This interview is a little unique due to the fact that Eric and Nicole attended the same church growing up and have many common experiences and connections. Nicole talks about the reasons she was kicked out of three different churches, her time at West Coast Baptist College, surviving an abusive marriage, and, ultimately, her journey toward healing. Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2...
May 10, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 31
Your host, Eric Skwarczynski, sits down with Michael McNeilly, whose parents were on staff at Fairhaven Baptist Church and the associated Christian school in Chesterton, IN. The harsh disciplinary measures used by the school, at one point, were covered on CNN – and many former students have come forward to speak out about the emotional manipulation and other harmful tactics used by the Fairhaven ministries. Sources for Clips Used: 1:19 – CNN - Ungodly Discipline https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/201...
May 06, 2020•59 min•Ep. 30
Your host, Eric Skwarczynski, is the interviewee on this episode. He was asked by Stop Pastoral Abuse on Facebook to record a live broadcast and discuss the Preacher Boys podcast. This episode features a recording of that conversation. Find more about Stop Pastoral Abuse: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pg/stoppingpastoralabuse (https://www.facebook.com/pg/stoppingpastoralabuse) Original YouTube Interview: https://youtu.be/LG_RPOuK4Jc (https://youtu.be/LG_RPOuK4Jc) Find more stories rega...
May 03, 2020•49 min•Ep. 29
Jen Lord found security, acceptance, and love within the IFB at a young age – but she realized quickly how conditional it could be. She eventually ended up at Commonwealth Baptist College in Kentucky, where she noticed even more of the confusing demands being placed on everyone, particularly on the women. She shares about how she learned to stop pursuing approval from others, the steps she's taken to exit the movement, and what she would say to those who find themselves in similar situations and...
Apr 29, 2020•40 min•Ep. 28
Brianna Nellor joins Preacher Boys host, Eric Skwarczynski to discuss her youth experience and the time she spent at the New Beginnings Girls Academy. The victim of a troubled childhood, Brianna was constantly passed around from family member to family member, had run-ins with the law, and was eventually sent to the New Beginning's Girls Academy in Pace, FL. While being sent to the NBGA for the second time at around 17, she was tricked into prostitution and was being sold on Craigslist. She even...
Apr 26, 2020•34 min•Ep. 27
On this episode, your host, Eric Skwarczynski is joined by Jessi Beyer. Jessi Beyer is a speaker, author, and mental health advocate who’s on a mission to help those around her design lives they love waking up to. Jessi believes that discussions are the missing ingredient in removing the stigma surrounding mental health. Because of this, she’s on a mission to help those around her feel valid, heard, and appreciated in their mental health struggles and know they’re not alone. Jessi has landed cov...
Apr 22, 2020•47 min•Ep. 26
Today's episode, Eric is joined by former IFB member, Rebecca Foltz. Rebecca shares about her experiences at churches at Northern California, Southern California, and Nevada, as well as at Golden State Baptist College in Santa Clara, CA. Rebecca was sexually assaulted three times in thirty years, with two actively covered up by Hopewell Baptist Church in Napa Valley, CA, and the other by a church in San Diego. When she reached out to her former college president, pastor, and friend Jack Trieber ...
Apr 19, 2020•48 min•Ep. 25
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Apr 12, 2020•2 min•Ep. 24
Today's episode, Eric is joined by former IFB member, Joshua Ross. Joshua talks about when he first started noticing strange things within the movement. He gets transparent about his experiences up through his one year attendance at Golden State Baptist College before ultimately leaving the movement behind him. Today's Sponsor: https://shows.acast.com/surviving-to-thriving/ (https://shows.acast.com/surviving-to-thriving/) heather.knight@tothriving.org https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab85...
Apr 08, 2020•30 min•Ep. 23
Your host, Eric Skwarczynski, is joined by Heather and Zack Knight. Heather Knight is currently serving as the founder and chair of Surviving to Thriving, an Atlanta based non-profit that provides a long-term sustainability program for victims of domestic violence. The passion for domestic violence awareness and prevention started from a personal situation in her teen years and then grew into a career in law enforcement. She recently left the police department after founding Surviving to Thrivin...
Apr 05, 2020•58 min•Ep. 22
