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Leaving Eden Podcast

Leaving Eden LLC
Independent Fundamental Baptist
Independent Fundamental Baptist Movement
Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City
Fundamentalism
Purity Culture
Mormonism
Deconstruction
Cults
Neurodivergence
Duggar Family
Heather Gay
Whitney Rose
Russell Anderson
Religious Trauma
Mental Health
Mean Girls
Britney Spears
Aum Shinrikyo
Shoko Asahara
LDS Church

An Ex-Fundie, Deconstruction, and Cult podcast as told by cult survivor Sadie Carpenter, with her co-host Gavi HaCohen. This podcast covers Sadie's cult, (The Independent Fundamental Baptist church), other cults, (including Jonestown and the Branch Davidians), cult-related media (including reality TV shows and documentaries like The Duggars/19 Kids and Counting, Shiny Happy People, Welcome to Plat... more

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The rapture has come. Sadie has been taken up, and Gavi and Eric Skwarczynski have been left below. We must all come to terms with our eternal destination and try to survive as long as we can under the reign of the antichrist and one world government... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Skwarczynski
Host of Preacher Boys Podcast
Preacher Boys Podcast
Episode: Ep. 240: Ex-Fundie Therapy With Eric Skwarczynski of Preacher Boys Podcast
Jess Grace Garcia
A non-binary polyamorous pastor exploring decolonizing Christianity and queer spirituality.
Episode: Ep. 234: Jess Grace Garcia
Chad Harris
Known as Arch Radish, a TikTok personality and mission conference veteran
Episode: Ep. 227: Missions Conferences with Chad Harris
Gerette Buglion
Survivor of a pseudo-religious toxic self-help cult
Episode: Ep. 222: Dream Work Self Help Cult with Gerette Buglion
Tia Levings
Author of 'A Well Trained Wife'
Episode: Ep. 192: Tia Levings discusses her new book, "A Well Trained Wife"
Dinah House-Fire
Drag performer and creator of the Dinah character
Episode: Ep. 186: Drag Brunch 2024 with Dinah House-Fire
Andrew Pledger
Host of the podcast Surviving BJU, with experiences in the environment he discusses
Surviving BJU
Episode: Ep. 182: Revelation, The Rapture, and the End Times (Part 5)
Laura Paul
Friend of Sadie and a guest discussing Casa Bonita
Episode: Ep. 180: Casa Bonita
Elora Dodd
Disability advocate, content creator, comedian
Episode: Ep. 161: Elora Dodd Speaks About Growing Up Neurodivergent In Fundamentalism

Hosts

Sadie Carpenter
Cult Expert, Cult Survivor and Co-host of Leaving Eden Podcast
Gavi HaCohen
Co-host of Leaving Eden Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Misogyny Still Prevails

    Gavi making jokes about wishing he is a man in these types of cults undermines very serious harm that women have undergone throughout history. Wish someone would keep him in check.

    Apple Podcasts
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    SilentRank
    United States2 months ago
  • Episode 19

    The disgusting mouth slurp sounds in episode 19 makes me want slam an awl into my ear drums.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jo fatty
    United States2 months ago
  • Gavi does not live by their motto ´freedom of mind, freedom of thought, freedom of religion.’

    Gavi is pretty intolerant of any religion other than Judaism. He often makes fun of Christian beliefs, both fundamental and progressive. He has dismissed ALL pagan religions as if they shouldn’t even be discussed (and it’s pretty clear that he holds strong biases against people who practice these religions, even though it’s obvious that he has ZERO experience with any religions outside of the Abrahamic realm), even when Sadie is trying to educate him on them. He makes comments like ‘well, you sh... more

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    Vicca Storm
    United States6 months ago
  • Sadie is great, Gavi is not

    Sadie brings such a nuanced and well-researched perspective to cults and cult psychology. She clearly does a lot of work for each episode and has educational and lived experience. Gavi just seems to jump in and offer very simplistic opinions, get angry, and become caught up in tiny details. For instance, in a recent episode on Russell Anderson, he obsessed over the type and cost of a Rolex watch Anderson wore for over five minutes. Who cares what specific watch he had when the dude was a predato... more

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    Sarah Angel14
    United States7 months ago
  • Voice

    Such good content, but Sadie’s voice is insufferable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Meh9019
    United States8 months ago

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Feedback indicates a strong response to the discussions around cult dynamics and mental health, resonating with those who have had similar experiences.
Critiques often focus on Gavi's humor and perspective, with some finding it off-putting or dismissive, while others appreciate his input.
Many listeners appreciate the insightful and well-researched content, particularly highlighting Sadie's knowledge and experience in the field.
There's a mixed reception around the hosts' approach to sensitive topics, particularly around empowerment and the LGBTQ+ community, attracting both support and critique.

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Ep. 237: Doomerism
Q: What can you do to find yourself if you find yourself going into a doom spiral?
The best way is to avoid getting into one to begin with by knowing what topics to avoid and prioritizing your mental health.
Ep. 234: Jess Grace Garcia
Q: What are your pronouns and how do they relate to your understanding of God?
Jess identifies as non-binary and expresses a relationship to God that transcends gender, often using terms like non-binary and loving mother in their spiritual practice.
Ep. 234: Jess Grace Garcia
Q: Have your experiences in the church as a queer person necessitated a change in the way that you view basic things of church doctrine, such as salvation and the nature of God?
Jess explains that their understanding of God and sin has transformed, emphasizing the need to develop a new concept of sin that resonates with love and community rather than adherence to punitive theology.
Ep. 234: Jess Grace Garcia
Q: Would you like to start by kind of telling our listeners about your background in the church or your background with religion, your story of how you got where you are?
Jess shares that they grew up in what they now consider a cult, called Sovereign Grace Ministries, and discusses their upbringing in an evangelical setting.
Ep. 222: Dream Work Self Help Cult with Gerette Buglion
Q: How was it on your children?
My children have their own perspectives on what happened, and while they both engaged at times with the work, they ultimately found their own paths.

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Exploring the intersection of faith, deconstruction, and personal experience, the content addresses the complexities of life after involvement with fundamentalist cults. Specific attention is paid to the Independent Fundamental Baptist church and other notorious cults, shedding light on their dynamics and impact on individuals and society. Episodes include a diverse range of topics such as listener experiences in youth groups, the psychological aspects of cult behavior, and the founders' reflections on their journeys. Additionally, the duo offers insights on cult-related media, thereby contextualizing real-world issues within broader cultural narratives. Unique to this show is the hosts' commitment to fostering a dialogue about mental healt... more

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