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I Hate James Dobson

Jake & Brooke
James Dobson
Purity Culture
Focus On the Family
Patriarchy
Feminism
Parenting
Sex Education
Bringing Up Boys
Women
Child Abuse
Sexual Relationships
Sex Positivity
LGBTQ+ Issues
Homophobia
Men
Toxic Masculinity
Christianity
Marital Relationships
Spanking
Parenting Advice

Dr. James Dobson is a clinical psychologist, founder of Christian media empire Focus on the Family, a spiritual advisor to every Republican President since Reagan, and a paragon in the Evangelical Christian movement. And he's a massive dick.

Join therapists Jake (a former Evangelical) and Brooke (who knows almost nothing about Evangelical culture) as they read and tear apart Dobson's works. Get re... more

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Howdy readers! Today, Jake and Brooke start with an extra-exciting announcement: the launch of the official I Hate James Dobson Patreon! Then they get into less exciting things, like the rise of Christian Nationalism and so-called "counter-terrorism"... more

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Hi! Today, Jake and Brooke discuss one of Dobson's very first films "What Dads Need to Know About Fatherhood", a movie that is truly... nothing. At least we will always have Cats in the Cradle, I suppose. This is a silly one, readers.

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Put on your best Elle Woods cosplay, readers, because today Jake and Brooke discuss the legal organization called the Alliance Defending Freedom. This Dobson creation continues to wreak havoc on all of our lives in big and small ways. Even if you've ... more

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Put on some scrunchies and hairspray with CFCs because today Jake and Brooke time travel back to 1993 to talk about a VHS classic: "Sex, Lies & ... The Truth!". You'll be shocked to hear that this film is full of lies. Misleading? I prefer to think o... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Mike Rosebush
Former Vice President at Focus on the Family and gay Christian counselor
Focus on the Family
Episode: Episode 33: LGBTQFOTF
Amber Cantorna-Wylde
Ex-vangelical speaker and author of multiple books about sexuality and faith
Episode: Episode 33: LGBTQFOTF
Talia Lavin
Author of 'Wild Faith'
Episode: Episode 23: Wild Faith

Hosts

Jake
Former evangelical turned queer sex therapist whose insights provide a critical examination of evangelical culture and its psychological impacts.
Brooke
Co-host and companion who adds fresh perspectives from outside of evangelical culture, enhancing the discussions around theological influence.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 565 ratings
  • I cannot recommend this "blog" enough. As an avid "reader", the banter, detail, validation, and healing that I've received a few years into deconstruction has been astounding. My AuDHD brain loves y'all and the work y'all do to no end. Thank you. đź’ś

    Audible
    5
    Nicki Kay
    United States14 days ago
  • Middle-school style bashing

    An anonymous, gender-diverse (they/them) marriage and family therapist commits hours of recording time to bash an influential Christian clinical psychologist. Mostly what you’d expect. The message? - All psychology research before this host got his anonymous, online degree has been completely debunked (it hasn’t), as an orthodox believing Christian, Dobson didn’t happily embrace the 10-minute old LGBTQIA ideology (stunning) and the host’s parents followed Dobson’s teachings instead of fully supp... more

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    1
    drdoubleyou59
    United States17 days ago
  • Yikes

    As a counselor, you need more therapy. I’m not sure why I decided to listen…mainly bc I like a different POV. I’m not a staunch Dobson fan and was just curious abt this pod. But your hatred is so petty and after abt 30 min, I’m not wasting my time listening. Sad bc I really wanted to listen abt your ideas and thoughts but the vitriol is too much. Instead of your hatred, maybe you should thank God that you were prob spared from a lot of harmful things that you otherwise would have been exposed t... more

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    AA0529
    United Statesa month ago
  • The unintentional roadmap to my religious deconstruction

    Finding this podcast during my grieving period after I lost a parent helped to fill in so many gaps regarding what happened to me growing up, and why. Going through old boxes and pulling out yellowing paperback FotF parenting books while listening to careful analysis of their contents brought some unexpected clarity (and, surprisingly, levity) that I truly needed in that difficult time.

    I didn't rate this then, but I had to today, on account of having found my first "chick tract" in the wild. D... more

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    5
    BeanWhutKnits
    United States2 months ago
  • Moving Episode!

    I’ve enjoyed all of the episodes, but this one moved me the most. Keep up the good work. And by the way I HATE James Dobson!

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    mollypop1992
    United States2 months ago

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Many listeners find validation in the discussions surrounding their own experiences with evangelical teachings.
The podcast is recognized for tackling difficult themes related to religious trauma while maintaining a light-hearted tone.
The dynamic between the hosts offers a refreshing perspective on evangelical culture, making the content relatable and insightful.
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Episode 47: Holly Bone Secular Christmas Spectacular
Q: What are some Christmas traditions you miss?
I miss singing Oh, holy night in a church. It's powerful, even if it's not about Jesus.
Episode 47: Holly Bone Secular Christmas Spectacular
Q: How do I find a therapist?
Look for someone you feel comfortable talking to, and who has enough background knowledge relevant to your issues.
Episode 33: LGBTQFOTF
Q: What do you think about this?
I have a lot of complicated feelings about Mike Rosebush's story and his connection to the conversion therapy movement.
Episode 23: Wild Faith
Q: What do they want? Why is Dobson doing all of this?
They seek power, control, obedience, and pain.
Episode 5: Bringing Up Boys - Part 1
Q: What does a healthy version of masculinity mean to you?
It's about being a feminist and having a strong understanding of femininity and respect for individuals.

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Focusing on the influence and teachings of Dr. James Dobson, this engaging podcast features hosts who unpack the complexities of evangelical culture through a critical lens. The conversations are centered around various topics, including personal experiences with evangelicalism, the impact of controversial parenting philosophies, and societal issues such as LGBTQ+ rights, domestic violence, and white Christian nationalism. With humor and heartfelt discussions, the hosts aim to provide insight into the lasting effects of Dobson's ideologies on individuals and society as a whole. The dynamic between the hosts, one a former evangelical and the other an outsider to the culture, adds a unique richness to the dialogue, further enriching the explo... more

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