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The Dismantling Doctrine Podcast

Dr Clint Heacock
Christian Nationalism
Project 2025
Donald Trump
Deconstruction
Religious Trauma Syndrome
Christianity
Evangelicalism
Bill Gothard
Spirituality
American Democracy
Trump Administration
Doug Wilson
Christian Patriarchy
Heritage Foundation
Fundamentalism
Christian Fundamentalism
Evangelical Christianity
Cults
Tia Levings
Reproductive Rights

Reconstruction after Deconstruction--after leaving destructive religious dogma behind!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes347Founded10 years ago
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In this episode, I interviewed Chelsea Kim Long about her forthcoming book, Faithfully Dissident Daughters: Reclaiming Christian Womanhood Beyond Patriarchy. The conversation opens with a discussion of the Southern Baptist denomination's recent rulin... more

Author Meg Calvin joins me on the podcast to share her journey from preaching at age 13 in the Methodist church to leaving full-time ministry in 2018. She reflects on how people-pleasing and unhealed childhood wounds drove her pastoral work, and we c... more

In this week's episode, I welcome back a returning guest and good friend, Canadian author and former fundamentalist Christian, Janice Selbie. We discuss her upcoming book, The Guru Gene: From Blind Faith to Clear Thinking in an Age of Influence, drop... more

This week's conversation features an interview with Josh Foster, a former missionary kid turned licensed therapist who specializes in helping people recover from religious trauma. Josh recounts how his life changed dramatically at age five when his p... more

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Recent Guests

Meg Calvin
Author; former pastor and songwriter who experienced a mystical encounter with Jesus
Author of There He Holds Her
Episode: "There, He Holds Her": Ministry, Mysticism, and Reclaiming a Stolen Life (with Meg Calvin)
Janice Selbie
Author of The Guru Gene: From Blind Faith to Clear Thinking in an Age of Influence
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Episode: The Guru Gene: From Blind Faith to Clear Thinking (with Janice Selbie, MPCC)
Josh Foster
Interviewee; former missionary kid who became a licensed therapist and coach
Episode: Missionary Kid, Religious Trauma, and Leaving Christianity (with Josh Foster)
Rob Thain Smith
Author of Four and Twenty Blackbirds, The Trial of Paul Petry
Author
Episode: Four and Twenty Blackbirds: Inside Mars Hill and the Trial of Paul Petry (with Rob Thain Smith)
Paule Patterson
Guest on the show sharing his journey from pastor to Christian mystic
Episode: From Pulpit to the Path: Recovery, Deconstruction, and Christian Mysticism (with Paule Patterson)
Beth Granger
Author of Born and Razed, survivor of Grenville Christian College
Author, survivor
Episode: Born and Razed: Surviving the Cult Was Only Half the Battle (with Beth Granger)
Morgan Piercy
Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in religious trauma syndrome
Private practice: deconstructionkc.com
Episode: More Than Church Hurt: A Therapist's Guide to Religious Trauma Syndrome (with Morgan Piercy, LPC)
Gareth Gore
Author of Opus, The Cult of Dark Money, Human Trafficking, and Right-Wing Conspiracy Within the Catholic Church
Author/Investigative journalist
Episode: Inside Opus Dei: The Catholic Cult Hiding In Plain Sight (with Gareth Gore)
Warren Throckmorton
Author and academic specializing in psychology and religion
Episode: The Christian Past That Wasn't: Debunking Christian Nationalist Myths (with Dr Warren Throckmorton)

Host

Dr. Clint Haycock
Host of The Dismantling Doctrine Podcast; focuses on deconstruction, religious trauma, and critique of Christian nationalism; has background as evangelical pastor/teacher.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 246 ratings
  • Love this. Great deconstruction of the lies told by Christian thought leaders in the parenting sphere. Useful for Christians looking to wisely select healthier materials, and deconstructed/deconstructing folks to see what was true and choose their path forward

    Podcast Addict
    5
    indigonegative
    a year ago
  • Not religious based.

    Do your research before you listen.. Don’t believe everything you hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    j6ade
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Your show reminds me of two great bands; Thin Lizzie and Wishbone Ash. I’m not sure why! Maybe it’s your hard-driving lyrics with a rock-n-roll beat and a true knowledge of the instrument.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J Clam
    United States2 years ago
  • If you sometimes miss the part of church where a straight, white man tells you what to think and do…

    Clint is here to mansplain deconversion to you!

    The episodes with no guests feature Clint clearly reading straight off pages of typed notes in a monotone. Episodes with guests feature pointless interruptions by Clint, especially female guests. For example, I loved hearing from Katherine North on the latest episode but it was almost impossible to keep listening because of Clint’s constant talking over her.

    If I missed straight, white, cis men acting like they have it all figured out, I’d go ba... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    drbuttons
    United States3 years ago
  • Great

    Great podcast for understanding Christian nationalism

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamNash01
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth and rigor in discussions of religious systems and trauma.
Some feedback highlights host interruptions and desire for more guest-centered conversations.
Guests are frequently praised for expertise and insider perspectives.

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"There, He Holds Her": Ministry, Mysticism, and Reclaiming a Stolen Life (with Meg Calvin)
Q: How has your relationship with spirituality evolved since leaving full-time ministry, and what role does mysticism play now?
She explains that spirituality has broadened beyond traditional doctrines, embracing intuitive development and mystical experiences as part of a larger, lived faith that inform her work as a writer and coach without being confined to dogmatic labels.
"There, He Holds Her": Ministry, Mysticism, and Reclaiming a Stolen Life (with Meg Calvin)
Q: What would you say to someone who still doubts the reality of God or Jesus after hearing your story?
Meg emphasizes openness to personal experience while recognizing skepticism exists for many; she suggests meeting people where they are, validating their questions, and gently exploring how spiritual experiences can coexist with doubt until they find their own meaning.
Missionary Kid, Religious Trauma, and Leaving Christianity (with Josh Foster)
Q: How can people get a hold of you?
They can reach him via Instagram and Threads at the unlearning journey, or through his course at theunlearningjourneycourse.com.
Missionary Kid, Religious Trauma, and Leaving Christianity (with Josh Foster)
Q: What do you help people do?
He helps people reframe their life narratives, adopt new tools for living outside religious frameworks, and learn to listen to themselves rather than solely to God, through approaches like Narrative Therapy.
Missionary Kid, Religious Trauma, and Leaving Christianity (with Josh Foster)
Q: Do you ever feel like you abandoned those people on some level?
Yes, there are deep questions about how to maintain responsibility for those you minister to, but the realization came that ongoing presence and discipleship beyond the immediate mission was often lacking, which contributed to his doubts and the decision to step back.

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A hard-hitting discussion space focused on religious deconstruction, trauma, and critique of Christian nationalism. Episodes center on insider accounts of high-control groups, survivor testimonies, and rigorous analysis of religious institutions, their governance, and cultural impact. Notable strengths include a steady stream of expert guests (therapists, authors, journalists) and a willingness to tackle difficult topics—often with practical guidance for healing and recovery. The show frequently connects personal journeys with broader systemic critique, and some episodes blend historical context with contemporary policy issues. This combination makes it appealing to listeners seeking thoughtful, evidence-based exploration of religion, faith... more

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3. Josh Foster
4. Rob Thain Smith
5. Paule Patterson
6. Beth Granger
7. Morgan Piercy
8. Gareth Gore

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