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Growing Up Fundie

Sydney Davis Jr. Jr.
Christianity
Deconstruction
Atheism
Mental Health
Religion
Fundamentalism
Homeschooling
Faith
Child Abuse
Recovery From Religion
Religious Trauma
Community
Psychological Trauma
Emotional Neglect
Bill Gothard
Purity Culture
Christian Patriarchy
Baptist Church
Anger
United Pentecostal Church

A podcast analyzing the true life experiences of everyday people who grew up fundamentalist, orthodox, or within any other strictly religious environment, and the impact (positive or negative) that this upbringing had on who they are today.

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Gary Parker and Secular Rarity are long-time friends, and co-producers of “The Conversation Coalition,” A group of Nashville Atheist speakers seeking to ha... more

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"The Casual Scholars" is a new podcast brought to you by the creator of "Growing Up Fundie," featuring interesting people who know a lot about interesting things.

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Adam Hinkle is a Chicago-based actor ... more

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Poulomi Saha is an Associate Professor & Co-Director of the Program in Critical Theory at UC Berkeley. 

They lead a popular course called “Cults and Popular Culture,” which examines, among other things, the idea of naming something a... more

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Recent Guests

Poulomi Saha
Cult expert and English professor
Berkeley
Episode: Growing Up Fundie, Ep. 157: "Why Are We Obsessed with Cults?" feat. Poulomi Saha
Andrew Seidel
Attorney specializing in the separation of church and state
Americans United for Separation of Church and State
Episode: Growing Up Fundie, Ep 156: The Threat of Christian Nationalism in America (feat. Andrew Seidel)
Bill Gothard
Former leader of IBLP and controversial figure noted for his strict teachings.
Episode: Growing Up Fundie, Ep. 153: "Surviving Bill Gothard," Lindsey's Story

Host

Sydney Davis
Host of Growing Up Fundie, known for engaging discussions and interviewing diverse guests about their experiences with strict religious backgrounds.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • This has been dealing for me

    Sidney (sp?),

    This podcast along with many others I’ve discovered recently has been so eye opening for me.

    I want to give a shoutout to your most recent 6/1? Episode. I forget your guests name but he had a really powerful and inspiring story of how he suffered so much abuse while being homeschooled and even in his adult life. He is clearly confident and well spoken and I gleaned a lot from his episode.

    As someone who was homeschooled and raised in an abusive household with a similar mom, t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    celestial85
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awanas

    Just started listening after a talk heathen episode, and seriously thought I had made awanas up in my mind until your first episode!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colecoledub
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Sydney is a great interviewer, and the guests are all interesting… my current favorite podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamNash01
    United States2 years ago
  • A Fantastic Exvangelical Podcast!!

    SUCH a great host/interviewer. She’s hilarious, asks great questions, and has really interesting and insightful guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CynaneShay
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Sydney is a great interviewer, and the guests are all interesting… my current favorite podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamNash01
    United States2 years ago

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Frequently mentioned are the quality of the interviews and the thoughtful questions posed by the host.
The content is praised for addressing complex topics while remaining accessible and relatable, making it a valuable resource for personal reflection.
Many express a sense of community and validation in their experiences through the narratives on the show, highlighting its inspirational nature.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and emotional resonance of the episodes, often sharing personal connections to the themes discussed.

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The Debate that Went Viral: "What is Irrational About My World View?" from the Conversation Coalition
Q: But it seems that these kinds of transformations happen across the board, in Islam, Scientology, Mormonism, all across the board. So why is that evidence to believe in Jesus but not evidence to believe in Allah or Joseph Smith or Scientology?
The thing that cannot be denied is that these things are happening. ... Perhaps we should stop looking at ourselves and look beyond ourselves to ask questions.
PROMO: "The Casual Scholars Podcast, Ep. 1: Adam Hinkle on Theater, Film, and Embracing Life Experiences"
Q: What advice would you give to someone who feels small fry in their acting career?
He suggests not being afraid of bigger artists and knowing that everyone has unique contributions to make.
PROMO: "The Casual Scholars Podcast, Ep. 1: Adam Hinkle on Theater, Film, and Embracing Life Experiences"
Q: What was one of the hardest points in your acting journey?
Adam shared that after his first co-star role on Chicago Fire, he felt a mix of anxiety and self-doubt about his performance.
PROMO: "The Casual Scholars Podcast, Ep. 1: Adam Hinkle on Theater, Film, and Embracing Life Experiences"
Q: How did you first discover that acting was something that you were interested in?
Adam recalls that his interest started when he was 11 years old, using a video camera to make films with his twin brother.
Growing Up Fundie, Ep. 157: "Why Are We Obsessed with Cults?" feat. Poulomi Saha
Q: What is one main takeaway you want your students to have?
I want to give them the tools to see themselves and the world differently and to ask more complicated questions about the phenomenon in front of them.

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What is Growing Up Fundie about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The discussions focus primarily on life experiences of individuals raised in strict religious settings, exploring the intricate dynamics of faith, beliefs, and the journey toward understanding their identities. Episodes feature personal narratives that reflect both the struggles and positive transformations following a fundamentalist upbringing. Highlights include critical examinations of cultural and religious norms, coupled with dialogues addressing broader societal issues such as LGBTQ rights, democracy, and religious nationalism. The format often invites guests who share their unique perspectives, lending a rich diversity of views on heavy themes like deconstruction of faith and the psychological impacts of religious communities, making... more

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