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Girlscamp

Hayley Rawle
Mormonism
Faith Deconstruction
Mormon Church
Mental Health
Family Dynamics
Purity Culture
Faith Transition
Spirituality
Motherhood
Grief
Personal Growth
Sexuality
Patriarchy
Divorce
Girlscamp
Ruby Franke
Christmas
Identity
Polygamy
Marriage

I deconstructed my Mormon faith down to the bone—and when my dad died, the deconstruction shit really hit the fan. Now, Girlscamp isn’t just about what’s fallen apart, but about exploring what might come next. Around the campfire, we’ll swap stories from life after faith shifts, laugh at the quirks of high-demand religion, and dig into the ways Mormonism shows up in our culture—from pop culture an... more

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It’s time for one of my favorite types of episodes: reading your wildest religious stories. Today, we’re diving into Ted Bundy’s bizarre stint in Mormonism, a UK reverend threatening six-year-olds, people praying over Utah dirty sodas and a deeply sp... more

Happy Sunday! I decided to do this week's Sunday check-in here on Patreon, where I can be more open and unfiltered. I'm responding to your submissions—including my thoughts on threesomes, my cringiest Mormon phase, advice for a baby-naming crisis, an... more

It was so lovely to chat with today’s guest, Zoe Lazerson, about the times in life she’s made the difficult choice to start over: when rejecting the Mormon life path expected by her community and when ending two long-term relationships. We talk about... more

Content warning: This episode includes discussion of eating disorders and eating disorder recovery.

Today, Clara Henrie bravely shares her story of eating disorder recovery, particularly where it intertwines with her Mormon faith deconstruction. We ... more

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Recent Guests

Clara Henrie
Guest sharing her story of eating disorders and Mormon faith deconstruction
Episode: Eating Disorders, Mormonism & The Road Back to Myself with Clara Henrie
Amanda Montell
New York Times bestselling author, linguist and Webby award-winning podcaster
Episode: How Language Shapes What We Believe with Amanda Montell
Abigail Porter
Advocate for the child-free lifestyle; ex-Mormon
The Girl with the List / The List
Episode: Childfree by Choice (Despite a Mormon Upbringing) with Abigail Porter
Jane Beeson
Indie rock and alt-pop singer-songwriter
Beeson (artist)
Episode: The Religious OCD Diva with Jane Beeson
Alley Bird
Guest sharing her Mormon and post-M Mormon journey
Content creator and storyteller
Episode: Being a Black Mormon Missionary with Alley Bird
Ash Santos
Actress known for American Horror Story, Marshalls (CBS)
Actor
Episode: From Mormon Mom to Marshals with Ash Santos
Mary Murdock Meyer
Chief executive of the Timpanogos Nation; advocate for rights, recognition, and history of the Timpanogos people
Timpanogos Nation
Episode: The Timpanogos Nation & Mormon Settlers with Chief Mary Murdock Meyer
Tiffany Hempel
Raised in the Apostolic United Brethren and later joined mainstream Mormonism; survivor of domestic abuse and trauma; advocate for survivors
Independent podcaster/ storyteller
Episode: Plural Marriage, Mainstream Mormonism, & Starting Over with Tiffany Hemple
David Archuleta
Singer, author of Devout
Self
Episode: From Devout to Out with David Archuleta

Host

Hayley Rall
Host and primary narrator focused on religion, culture, and personal growth after deconstruction.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • Never Mormon who is obsessed with Mormonism

    I’m a never Mormon who grew up devout Catholic with strict parents. My best friend was Mormon and a lot of my friends were Mormon so I went to a more of activities non Mormon youth were allowed to attend because my parents approved of their strict rules. One always been curious about the religion because even though I was around them, they didn’t discuss their beliefs with me. Listening to this podcast along with Mormon Stories has taught me so much! I’m obsessed with this cult religion now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mishybaby
    United States24 days ago
  • Got two opinionated in political

    I used to enjoy these podcast quite a bit and related with Haley quite a bit as well. I feel like she’s got much more opinionated and political. Sometimes it’s hard to relate a lot of earlier podcast seems to have better effort, and I would recommend those if you are listening

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Willis7459
    United Statesa month ago
  • A Gem!!!

    What an absolute gem of a podcast and host. Never in my life have I been able to accurately articulate how I feel about religion until this podcast. Hayley is so educated in the subject and is a true comfort. I never want the episodes to end. Thanks for being a small comfort in the big scary world❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madsjmans
    United States2 months ago
  • My deconstruction / social commentary bestie

    I’ve never met a girlscamp episode I didn’t enjoy listening to. I’ve cried, I’ve laughed. Hayley talks about so much more than just Mormonism (which is great cus I’m not Mormon!) she talks about Christianity in society/American politics, spirituality, tv & social media, culture, parenthood, friendship, truly everything. This podcast is my ritual and I love it!! Thank you thank you Hayley 🫶🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LAU city
    United States3 months ago
  • Big Hayley Fan

    This podcast has been such an essential listen during my religious deconstruction. Hayley does a great job of balancing thoughtfulness, intelligence, relatability, and fun. Couldn’t do this without her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LouPace
    United States3 months ago

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How Language Shapes What We Believe with Amanda Montell
Q: How can features like up speak or vocal fry be useful rather than negative marks of intelligence?
She notes that these features invite participation, signal collaboration in conversation, and can convey authority in specific contexts, challenging stereotypes about women's speech.
How Language Shapes What We Believe with Amanda Montell
Q: What drew you to studying language in the first place, and how does language relate to identity and power?
Amanda explains that language and sociolinguistics reveal how identity, community, and power are formed through speech, and how everyday language shapes social reality beyond mere reflection.
IVF Made Me Question God
Q: Did you have anyone who said things to you during infertility that you had to move past, and how did you manage that impact on your faith?
Listeners shared that judgmental comments about fertility and motherhood were common; I emphasized compassion, setting boundaries, and accepting that others' beliefs can clash with your lived reality. I also highlighted the importance of seeking support and prioritizing one's mental health while navigating family and faith dynamics.
Plural Marriage, Mainstream Mormonism, & Starting Over with Tiffany Hemple
Q: What are practical steps you recommend for someone in an abusive or controlling religious environment?
Seek professional help (therapy), build external support networks, prioritize the safety of yourself and children, educate yourself with resources, and listen to your inner voice while gradually creating an exit plan if needed.
I Went Skeptic, She Went Cosmic with Ash Adams
Q: How do you define spirituality?
Ash defines spirituality as new age and untethered, where belief is not bound to a code or specific deity, viewing all spiritual experiences as real and connected to science.

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The show centers on religious deconstruction, personal growth after high-demand belief systems, and how faith continues to influence culture, identity, and daily life. Across episodes, conversations span parenting, feminism, mental health, sexuality, politics, and spirituality, often pairing vulnerable personal stories with practical insights from guests and experts. A notable edge is the blend of memoir, social critique, and candid humor, with a willingness to challenge sacred assumptions while exploring inclusive communities, therapy, and philosophy as paths to belonging after belief shifts.

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1. Mormon Stories Podcast
2. Weekly Trash
3. What We Said
4. Mormon.ish
5. At Last She Said It

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Girlscamp launched 4 years ago and published 228 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Amanda Montell
3. Abigail Porter
4. Jane Beeson
5. Alley Bird
6. Ash Santos
7. Mary Murdock Meyer
8. Tiffany Hempel

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