The Deconversion Podcast
There are over 4000 recognized religions in the world. Which one are you leaving? Why are you Deconverting? Welcome to the Deconversion Podcast where we explore the experiences and challenges of Deconverting from religious faith. We are here to discuss and explore this topic and help you on your journey to living an authentic life.
Episodes
84 episodes
Episode 84: Boundaries.
Today we discuss the importance of boundaries for you and those around you in regards to your deconversion.
Episode 83: Christian Unkindness.
Christians are kind right? Today, we discuss the unkindness that seems to be rampantly growing in our society, and how many Christians seem to have forsaken the whole idea of kindness for something more nefarious.
Episode 82: Sleep Paralysis & Demons.
People who suffer with sleep paralysis commonly find themselves at the mercy of their subconscious mind. So what happens when that mind is filled to the brim with religious belief in demons and the supernatural? Today we discus sleep paralysis,...
Episode 81: The International House of Prayer.
We are BACK... and today we discuss the International House of Prayer, and the controversies surrounding their recently dismissed head pastor Mike Bickle.
Episode 80: Politics After Deconversion.
Tim and Isaac talk about politics before and after deconversion and how deconversion can potentially be a catalyst for new political beliefs.
Episode 79: Christian's Persecution Complex.
In this episode Tim and Isaac discuss Christian's persecution complex and its effects on them and our society.
Episode 78: Pillars of Why Tim Deconverted.
Today we break down a segment from the Deconversion Guide regarding the pillars of why Tim left religion.
Episode 77: Say Yes to Halloween.
Today we discuss Halloween, Christian's aversion to it, and how the church uses it to promote real fear in its followers. We also discuss how, for many who deconvert, it becomes a favorite holiday.
Episode 76: One of Us.
Today we discuss the documentary "One of Us" which chronicles the journey of three orthodox Hasidic Jews who chose to leave their insular community.
Episode 75: The Rapture.
Today we discuss the rapture, an event many Christians believe is imminent. We breakdown the theology and how ideas around this event have changed through history. We also address how, for many, the rapture provides an outlet to pass on address...
Episode 74: Also Your Daughters.
Today we interview author Becki Beasley about her new book "Also Your Daughters" which explores her experience leaving evangelicalism.Book:
Episode 73: RTS and Betrayal Trauma.
Today we discuss religious trauma syndrome, its relationship to betrayal trauma, and the resistance to associate trauma with religious beliefs.
Episode 72: Pitfalls of Deconversion.
We all face pitfalls in life and deconversion can present you with a variety of them. Today we discuss how we can effectively consider and avoid pitfalls in the often turbulent time post deconverison.
Episode 71: Scouts Honor: The Secret Files of the Boy Scouts of America.
Today we review the Netflix documentary "Scouts Honor" which chronicles the prolific amount of child abuse past and present surrounding the Boy Scouts of America program.
Episode 70: Missions Trips.
Today we discuss missions trips past and present, there ties to colonialism, and the problems they present in our modern world.
Episode 69: How the Church Fosters Passive Aggression.
Today we explore passive aggressiveness, and the part the church plays in fostering it in individuals. We break down why this is, and how those of who have deconverted can still struggle with the behavior.
Episode 68: Andrew Seidel On the Importance of the Separation of Church and State.
Today we interview author and constitutional attorney Andrew Seidel. Seidel has written several books including The Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-American and American Crusade: How the Supreme Court Is Weaponizing Religious Fre...
Episode 67: Religious Trauma Syndrome with River Wood.
River is back, and today we discuss religious trauma syndrome. RTS is a relatively new term getting used by therapists, and it describes what many of us find ourselves navigating in various degrees post deconversion. Please don't forget...
Episode 66: Homosexuality and the Church with Brandon Flanery.
Today, we interview writer and author Brandon Flanery who shares his experiences growing up and participating in the church as a gay Christian, and his eventual departure from evangelicalism. Brandon's bright reflections on his journey brings s...
Episode 65: Navigating Conflict.
Today we discuss conflict, and the many different forms of it you may encounter on your deconversion journey. We also discuss the value of having goals for different forms of conflict, and our 8 step process to help you navigate verbal argument...
Episode 64: Does Social Media Make Deconversion Better or Worse?
Today, we discuss the potential positive and negative impacts of social media on your deconversion journey.
Episode 63: Dangers of Assumption.
We all assume things, but when we assume too much we open ourselves to bad ideas and poor decisions based in ignorance. Today, we discuss the dangers of assumptions, and how the term assumption is synonymous with faith.
Episode 62: Lets Talk "Christianese"
Today, we discuss the importance of language, and how Christianity utilizes a linguistic shorthand, often referred to as "Christianese", to infuse religious meaning and messaging throughout their language.