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Bodies Behind The Bus

Bodies Behind The Bus
Spiritual Abuse
Southern Baptist Convention
Christian Church Leadership
Monrovia Fellowship
Acts 29
Toxic Work Environment
Albert Tate
Julie Roys
Financial Mismanagement
Guidepost Report
Bart Barber
Judge
Statute Of Limitations
Clergy Sexual Abuse
Child Sexual Abuse
Taylor
Christian Evangelical Culture
Worship Leadership
Pastor L
Individually Focused Investigations

The Bodies Behind the Bus is a podcast centering on the voices of spiritual abuse survivors. We began with stories out of the Acts 29 network and have branched into many organizations since our launch. We are the discarded few. We have been abused, gaslit, ignored, slandered, deceived, intentionally hurt, and betrayed. Our stories were manipulated and our voices were stolen. We were left alone wit... more

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Katie shares her story of growing up in a highly controlled religious environment, entering a young marriage shaped by strict gender roles, and spending years overseas as a missionary. Through the pressures of ministry, isolation, and motherhood, she... more

Katherine shares her journey from a young missionary sent overseas to confronting the realities of faith, sacrifice, and survival. Raised in the church and driven by a deep sense of purpose, she and her husband moved to the Middle East in their early... more

Dominique shares her experience at The Austin Stone, where she became deeply involved in church life, missions, and leadership development as a young woman. In this episode, she reflects on the pressure, isolation, racial dynamics, and harmful church... more

Alicia served for years as both a volunteer leader and staff member at a growing non-denominational church in Ohio. After becoming deeply involved in ministry and church leadership, she began noticing troubling patterns within the church’s culture an... more

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Recent Guests

Ciji Wagner
Founder of Louder Than Silence, an organization providing resources for survivors of sexual violence.
Louder Than Silence
Episode: ATBS: w/ Ciji Wagner
David Bronson
Co-founder of Deconstruction Doulas, guiding survivors exiting high-control religious settings.
Deconstruction Doulas
Episode: ATBS: "Escaping Theonomy’s Grip" w/ The Bronson's
Mollie Callahan
A spiritual director and seminary student
Episode: ATBS “Church Discipline” w/ Mollie Callahan
Dr. Jared Stacy
Ethicist, theologian, and author of an upcoming book on conspiracy theory and evangelicalism
Episode: ATBS: “Holy Paranoia” W/ Jared Stacy
Beth Allison Barr
Author and medieval historian, known for her works on women in church and clergy roles.
Episode: ATBS: “Becoming the Pastor’s Wife” w/ Beth Allison Barr
Margaret Bronson
Former cult member and storyteller focusing on deconstruction and spiritual abuse.
Episode: ATBS - “Fundie Cult Beliefs Going Mainstream w/ Christian Nationalism” ft. Margaret Bronson & Eric Isaac
Eric Isaac
Professor and board member who researches the intersection of spirituality and coercive beliefs.
Episode: ATBS - “Fundie Cult Beliefs Going Mainstream w/ Christian Nationalism” ft. Margaret Bronson & Eric Isaac
Robert Callahan
Attorney, board member of Bodies Behind the Bus, and author of 'Fire In The Whole'.
Episode: ATBS “Fire in the Whole” w/ Robert Callahan
Christa Brown
Author, advocate, and survivor
Episode: ATBS “Baptistland” w/ Christa Brown

Hosts

Jay Coyle
Host of the show, engaged in narratives surrounding spiritual abuse and the impact on survivors.
Jonna Harris
Co-host, dedicated to highlighting stories of spiritual abuse survivors and advocating for healing and accountability.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Stories that Need to be Heard

    Grateful for the work of this crew to provide a platform for survivors who want to speak their stories out loud. Not only is it powerful hearing survivors, it’s powerful seeing the dots connect and patterns of tactics emerge across religious abuse situations, so in a way it’s educational too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTMM22
    United States11 days ago
  • A forum to trash God’s church

    This is a podcast that hurls accusations at churches and groups of people with no accountability. It is one-sided. And as important as it is to bring to light church abuse in all its forms, I personally know people interviewed on this podcast who are liars, who have misrepresented or omitted facts in “their stories.” I suppose it is to be expected with a medium that requires no real accountability or investigation, because this is certainly not journalism, and more of a candy dish for people who... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    violin joe
    United Statesa month ago
  • Necessary Exposure

    Great that these lies are being exposed and it is disheartening to hear of young believers or even ones seeking the Lord who have not heard the true gospel being manipulated but these predators. I suppose these guests with hurt are not all supposed to be true believes but there is a surprising amount of curse words being used. Is this a Christian podcast? That is why it is of the utmost importance to really open up our Bible and read the word of God for ourselves and within our family first and ... more

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    Jluminous7
    United States2 months ago
  • Necessary and important podcast for evangelicals to stay informed.

    Both interviewers are excellent. I’ve learned so much. Thank you for speaking up for truth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    letterwriter21
    United States2 months ago
  • Disappointed

    I would have given this podcast zero stars. However I do believe it’s important to bring to light church scandals that have historically been swept under the rug. This has been a black eye for the church for some time…..how scandals have been dealt with. But this show doesn’t really deal with these issues. This show uses the word Abuse very loosely. I’ve listened to 8 episodes to get a feel for the show and more often than not the hosts coerce the guests into a much more severe “problem” than re... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    DKJ304
    United States6 months ago

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Others criticize the podcast for perceived biases and express concerns about the portrayal of their religious communities.
Many appreciate the compassionate approach to sharing personal stories of trauma and the emphasis on accountability for institutional failures.
Some listeners express gratitude for the opportunity to hear marginalized voices and the importance of highlighting spiritual abuse.

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Julia’s Story / PA
Q: Where are you at today?
I'm in a better place than I was a year ago; I'm remarried, living in my own house with my children, and I feel a sense of peace about not being part of any church institution right now.
Julia’s Story / PA
Q: Why did you want to share your story now?
I wanted to share my story as an act of resistance against systems of power and to validate others who may feel alone in their experiences.
Introducing Just Calling w/ Joash Thomas & BBTB
Q: What is the why behind this book or this conversation?
The book aims to address the necessity of integrating justice into the Gospel and to encourage a shift toward recognizing the importance of both spiritual and physical liberation.
ATBS: "Escaping Theonomy’s Grip" w/ The Bronson's
Q: Can you guys break that down a little bit and also maybe talk about some of like the core beliefs or teachings in that space?
Theonomy is the belief that Old Testament law must be enacted as the law of the land, and its advocates believe all acts by Christians are acts of warfare to impose these laws.
Intro to Stories from The Austin Stone
Q: What do you think is the main thing keeping people from speaking up?
There is a lot of fear and a sense of loyalty that prevents individuals from coming forward due to the church's culture and intake processes.

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What is Bodies Behind The Bus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the experiences of spiritual abuse survivors, the content highlights the often painful journey of individuals who have dealt with manipulative and harmful situations within various faith communities, particularly those affiliated with high-control organizations like Acts 29. Through a series of personal narratives, the discussions underscore the emotional turmoil and systemic issues that can arise in these religious contexts while stressing the importance of accountability and validation for those affected. Each episode aims to create a compassionate space for storytelling, while also addressing broader themes of justice, healing, and the need for reform within faith-based institutions. This initiative is distinctive in its commi... more

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1. Ciji Wagner
2. David Bronson
3. Mollie Callahan
4. Dr. Jared Stacy
5. Beth Allison Barr
6. Margaret Bronson
7. Eric Isaac
8. Robert Callahan

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