In this episode, we discuss the investigative report released relating to Mike Bickle and the International House of Prayer in Kansas City. Read the full report here: https://www.tikkunglobal.org/_files/ugd/c39fc4_0c894435ff7b456c83bd967bdf2f40fc.pdf ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ 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.faceboo...
Feb 05, 2025•23 min
A Florida Bible teacher, known for preaching "Christian morality" online and accusing LGBTQ+ people of being "groomers," has been arrested for allegedly molesting a middle schooler in his classroom. Read my original article here: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/before-he-allegedly-molested-a-student ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: preacherboyspodcast.com htt...
Jan 31, 2025•8 min
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/preacherjan #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance ✖️✖️✖️ In this episode, we discuss two shocking stories of abuse within Baptist churches: Sources referenced: McDowell County Sheriff's Office statement (January 17, 2025) | https://www.facebook.com/mcdowellsheriff/posts/994339382725330 The Christian Post article by Ryan Foley https://www.christianpost.com/news/pastor-charged-for-stealing-from-churchs-hurricane-r...
Jan 29, 2025•11 min
Purchase a copy of Knock at the Sky: https://amzn.to/3PQlIG3 *As an Amazon affiliate, I receive a small commission from purchases made through Amazon links on this site at no additional cost to you. ✖️✖️✖️ About the guest: Liz Charlotte Grant is an award-winning nonfiction writer based in Colorado, USA. In 2024, she wrote a viral review of two biographies, chronicling the disturbing third marriage of white American evangelical "purity culture" icon, Elisabeth Elliot, for the Revealer Magazine. (...
Jan 26, 2025•52 min
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/preacherjan #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance ✖️✖️✖️ Purchase a copy of People Pleaser here: https://amzn.to/3WrzCSB *As an Amazon affiliate, I receive a small commission from purchases made through Amazon links on this site at no additional cost to you. Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help ✖️✖️✖️ CONNECT WITH THE S...
Jan 22, 2025•30 min
Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ 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/preacherboyspod https://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspod To connect with a community that shares the Preacher Boys Podcast's mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFI...
Jan 19, 2025•11 min
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/preacherjan #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance ✖️✖️✖️ How did a thrice-married businessman with a history far removed from traditional evangelical ideals become an evangelical favorite? I explore the cultural, societal, and theological factors that have contributed to this unique alliance. From the political goals of the religious right to the rise of Christian nationalism, we’ll uncover what drives this loya...
Jan 15, 2025•27 min
Purchase a copy of The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church: https://amzn.to/4fVoape ✖️✖️✖️ Sarah McCammon is a National Political Correspondent for NPR and co-host of the NPR Politics Podcast. Her work focuses on political, social and cultural divides in America, including abortion policy and the intersections of politics and religion. She's also a frequent guest host for NPR news programs. She has covered several presidential elections, including the 2016 cam...
Jan 12, 2025•1 hr
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/preacherjan #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance ✖️✖️✖️ Nothing like a bit of satanic panic to kick off the new year. Pastors like Mark Driscoll and Daniel White are labeling the musical Wicked as “demonic” and accusing it of corrupting young minds. But here’s the irony—Wicked is all about challenging fear, prejudice, and black-and-white thinking. In this video, I dive into their critiques and why they complete...
Jan 09, 2025•11 min
In this powerful episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, I sit down with Beth White, a survivor of a harrowing marriage defined by abuse, gaslighting, and spiritual manipulation. Beth courageously opens up about her ex-husband Justin White's shocking transformation after an ayahuasca trip, where he claimed he was no longer alive but instead inhabited by higher beings. Beth says that, at times, Justin said he was God; other times, he denied God's existence entirely. He alternated between claiming t...
Jan 05, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/preacherjan #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance ✖️✖️✖️ Is the #MeToo moment over? In this video, I dive into a thought-provoking New York Times op-ed by David French titled The Trouble Began When #MeToo Became Church Too. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/15/opinion/metoo-trump-hegseth-churchtoo.html ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit ...
Jan 01, 2025•21 min
Grab a copy of Reah Bravo's book: https://amzn.to/3Pgxt8E ✖️✖️✖️ In this episode, Reah Bravo reflects on her time working for Charlie Rose, her decision to speak out about his sexual harassment, and the deeply ingrained cultural norms that allowed such behavior to persist. Reah shares her journey of self-discovery, exploring why she remained silent and complicit in the face of abuse, and how societal programming often conditions us to accept, or even enable, unacceptable behavior. Through the le...
Dec 29, 2024•49 min
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Not just because it’s Christmas, but because it’s time to dive into my 2024 Spotify Wrapped and YouTube Year in Review. 📊✨ I’ll be sharing some incredible stats from 2024—including how one episode was streamed 999% more than the others. Can you guess which one it was? 👀 From record-breaking listens to connecting with fans in over 63 countries, this year has been unforgettable. Whether you’ve been here from the beginning or just joined, thank you for be...
Dec 21, 2024•12 min
Christmas is less than ten days away, and you know what that means…… It’s time for some Baptist champagne. Okay, okay, jokes aside – it means you’re doing some last minute shopping. If you’re still searching for the perfect gift or stocking stuffer for the former fundie or religious trauma survivor in your life—or even treating yourself to something special—I’ve got you covered. Here are 10 thoughtful, meaningful, and unique gifts that won’t disappoint. 1. A Well-Trained Wife by Tia Levings http...
Dec 18, 2024•6 min
Watch Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals : https://play.max.com/show/ca01f963-90fe-4028-9d3c-deb127d48f34 ✖️✖️✖️ Follow the Blind Eye Movement: https://www.facebook.com/@blindeyemovement/ https://www.instagram.com/blindeyemovement/?hl=en ✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ Items mentioned at the top of the show: Exvangelicals book: https://amzn.to/4fidyAz Demonology poster: https://candicarpenter.myshopify.com/products/demonology-poster ✖️✖️✖️ If you or someone you know has...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Watch Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals : https://play.max.com/show/ca01f963-90fe-4028-9d3c-deb127d48f34 Follow the Blind Eye Movement: https://www.facebook.com/@blindeyemovement/ https://www.instagram.com/blindeyemovement/?hl=en Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ 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/ htt...
Nov 24, 2024•1 hr 9 min
📚 Get a Copy of Bethany’s memoir, Dinner for Vampires, here: https://amzn.to/3O7AAiB In this deeply moving episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, I sit down with Bethany Joy Lenz—actress, singer, and New York Times bestselling author of Dinner for Vampires. Best known for her decade-long role on One Tree Hill, Bethany shares her extraordinary story of resilience, breaking free from a high-control Bible study-turned-cult, and finding healing after years of manipulation and abuse. We dive into her...
Nov 17, 2024•57 min
Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ 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/preacherboyspod https://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspod To connect with a community that shares the Preacher Boys Podcast's mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFI...
Nov 10, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ 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/preacherboyspod https://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspod To connect with a community that shares the Preacher Boys Podcast's mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFI...
Nov 03, 2024•56 min
Watch Killer Body Count for FREE on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019969/killer-body-count On this special Halloween bonus episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, we dive into an interview from my Film School'd YouTube channel, where I typically discuss the art of filmmaking with industry talents. Today, however, the crossover between my two worlds—horror and religious trauma—made this episode a perfect fit for Preacher Boys. I’m sharing a portion of my conversation with screenwriter Jessica ...
Oct 31, 2024•20 min
Meet Jenna DeVries! A Nashville-based singer-songwriter, DeVries’ “soulful and affecting” (People) voice has already made a powerful connection with millions. She is among the elite handful of artists to make it to American Idol’s Top 24. DeVries discovered her unique sound through a fusion of pop, country, and Americana elements. Named one of NSAI’s Songwriters to Watch, DeVries pulls inspiration for her songs directly from her experiences as an LGBTQ+ artist and small-town survivor. Jenna’s up...
Oct 27, 2024•55 min
⚠️⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including incest, child sexual abuse, and religious trauma. Listener discretion is advised. ⚠️⚠️ In this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, we bring to light the harrowing story of Kayla Palmateer, a survivor of incest who faced not only familial betrayal but also the judgment of her former faith community. Join us as we explore: – The shocking details of the case and the controversial sentencing that followed. – The ...
Oct 20, 2024•1 hr 25 min
In this special Q&A episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, I answer your burning questions! 🎙️ Ever wondered how I decide what to ask during interviews? Or how I handle moments of hopelessness while discussing heavy topics? I dive into these questions and more, including whether I'd consider re-inviting past guests. Join me for a candid conversation where I pull back the curtain on my process and share personal insights from my journey in podcasting and advocacy. 💬 Got a question? Drop it i...
Oct 16, 2024•24 min
In this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, host Eric Skwarczynski sits down with musician Candi Carpenter, whose powerful new album, Demonology, delves deep into themes of religious trauma. Candi shares their personal journey of navigating faith, identity, and the impact of their upbringing in a religious environment. Join us as we explore: – The inspiration behind Demonology and its standout tracks like “Everybody Goes to Hell” and “Cult.” – Candi’s experience growing up in a religious commu...
Oct 13, 2024•54 min
On September 6, 2024, a YouTube video was published by Dead Domain featuring John Anderson, the son of infamous NIFB pastor Steven Anderson, where John publicly accused his parents of severe physical abuse. He also claimed that Steven Anderson beat his wife, Zsuzsanna Anderson, with an electrical cord for "stepping out of line." These revelations ignited a firestorm of controversy within the New IFB community, leading to fractures in the movement – some defending and others calling for Anderson ...
Oct 03, 2024•31 min
✖️✖️✖️ Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ 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/preacherboyspod https://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspod To connect with a community that shares the Preacher Boys Podcast's mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join t...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 10 min
For Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger, service to country has been the guiding principle of his life and career — first as a member of the armed forces, and later as a lawmaker in the halls of Congress. When the strength of the nation was tested on January 6th, 2021 and in the months following, Kinzinger took his sworn oath further, boldly demonstrating an exceedingly rare loyalty to country over party. As one of only two Republicans on the January 6th Committee, Rep. Kinzinger stood against his own pa...
Sep 29, 2024•47 min
In this video, I dive into the recent controversy surrounding Pastor Daniel White of Fellowship Baptist Church in Michigan. During a Sunday night prayer meeting, Pastor White made a cryptic statement revealing that two members of his congregation had been sent to prison. However, his vague remarks left the church with more questions than answers. After posting a clip of this moment on social media, the backlash from the church community was swift. Many were outraged by the lack of transparency f...
Sep 26, 2024•43 min
Renowned historian and New York Times bestselling author, Kristin Kobes Du Mez (Jesus and John Wayne) explores the culture of submission and sexual abuse within the evangelical community in her riveting documentary, FOR OUR DAUGHTERS, available to stream on September 26.Directed by Emmy award-winning filmmaker Carl Byker, the film draws a direct line from the culture of abuse created by evangelical leaders to their fervent support for a presidential candidate who has bragged about abusing women....
Sep 25, 2024•42 min
Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys ✖️✖️✖️ 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/preacherboyspod https://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspod To connect with a community that shares the Preacher Boys Podcast's mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFI...
Sep 22, 2024•1 hr 8 min
