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Bodies Behind The Bus

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

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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In this episode of Bodies Behind the Bus, hosts Johnna and Jay sit down with author and pastor Caleb Campbell, author of Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor. Together, they discuss faith, justice,... more

In this episode of Just Calling, hosts Johnna and Jay continue their conversation with author and justice advocate Joash Thomas about his book The Justice of Jesus. Together, they unpack what it means to “decolonize our budgets” exploring how faith, ... more

In this Just Calling episode, the hosts talk about empire, power, and how faith communities are being influenced by political systems. The conversation unpacks a recent government filing showing efforts to target U.S. churches through digital campaig... more

In this episode, Cameron shares his powerful story of serving for sixteen years at one of Arizona’s largest megachurches, a place where faith, control, and fear collided. From witnessing the enforcement of “alignment” policies to experiencing persona... more

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Recent Guests

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
Emily Maynard
Licensed psychotherapist and family therapist
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Episode: ATBS w/ Emily Maynard, MA, LMFT / Pt 1

Hosts

Jay Coyle
Co-host and advocate for religious abuse survivors, involved in promoting narratives of healing and accountability from spiritual abuse.
Jonna Harris
Co-host and advocate for survivors, facilitating dialogues around the experiences of abuse within religious institutions.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 979 ratings
  • 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

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    DKJ304
    United States22 days ago
  • Thank you!

    Such an eye-opening (ear-opening?) podcast. Grateful for podcasts like this that share real church stories compassionately, especially in today’s culture war/celebrity/Christian Nationalist climate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cissalittle
    United States22 days ago
  • Don’t stop

    Johnna, Jay, and company. Please don’t stop doing this work. It’s valuable and needed.

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    5
    relientkrules
    United States23 days ago
  • Tried to have an open mind

    As a counselor and member of this church community, I began listening to this podcast hoping to gain insight into what was happening within my own church and congregation. Unfortunately, the hosts’ approach felt more agenda-driven than balanced. Their commentary often overshadowed the substance of the stories, giving the impression of pushing a specific narrative rather than allowing facts and experiences to speak for themselves. While the topic is serious and deserves careful, nuanced reporting... more

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    Whitneysin
    United States2 months ago
  • the hosts made these hard stories even harder to listen to

    As a follower of Jesus desiring to care better for other believers I started listen to this podcast to hear stories of hurt, and to learn. The hosts do several things that make this hard.

    1. Instead of just letting the guests speak, they were often interjecting to help people see how a hard experience someone went through validated the hosts theological viewpoints. ex. a woman had a tough interaction with a male pastor who didn’t respect her. Hosts share that this is why a complementation view o... more

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    ReadersAreLeaders10
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There is a strong sense of healing and community among those who have experienced church abuse, as reinforced by the stories shared.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for giving voice to spiritual abuse survivors and emphasizing the need for accountability in religious systems.
The podcast is critiqued by some for perceived cynicism, but many emphasize its importance in shedding light on neglected narratives within faith spaces.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Ben’s Story / The Austin Stone
Q: Do you believe that you have a safe environment to explore your questions?
Ben acknowledges mostly operating on his own during this process of questioning his faith and beliefs.
Ben’s Story / The Austin Stone
Q: What does it look like to live out your actual convictions?
He speaks about the internal struggle between conforming to church expectations and maintaining personal integrity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bodies Behind The Bus

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

The content focuses on sharing the experiences of individuals who have faced spiritual abuse within religious organizations, predominantly from the Acts 29 network and similar evangelical communities. Conversations highlight issues such as manipulation, gaslighting, and systemic failures in church leadership, demonstrating the profound impact of these experiences on survivors' lives. Notably, the podcast serves as a platform to reclaim voices that have often been silenced and to foster discussions surrounding healing, accountability, and the need for change within powerful religious institutions.

Listeners are likely to find the podcast's commitment to honesty, empathy, and advocacy for marginalized narratives uniquely valuable. It blends ... more

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

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