Leaving Eden Podcast

Sadie and Gavri'el have a conversation with Evan Jones of the Your Queer Story Podcast. Evan tells his inspiring story of surviving abuse within the IFB, his decision to leave, and his discovery of his transmasculine identity. Sadie and Gavri'el also share a powerful story sent to them by a listener.  For more information about the Vashti Initiative, visit https://vashtiinitiative.org/ To hea...

In this episode, Sadie and Gavri'el wish everybody a happy pride, read beautiful and moving stories from listeners, and provide alternate interpretations of several bible verses that are so often used against LGBTQ people. This episode was made to be validating and empowering. However, it does contain bible passages that some listeners may have religious trauma relating to. This episode is sponsor...

Sadie takes Gavri'el through the Baptist version of Baptist history, and explains why they've got a flag that's got writing on it for some reason. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Send your queer IFB/Fundamentalism stories to LeavingEdenPod@gmail.com Also send your dating reels to LeavingEdenPod@gmail.com Leaving Eden Podcast...

Sadie assigns Gavri'el homework. This homework assignment is the book, "Dating With a Purpose," a Christian Fundamentalist dating manual written by "Dr." Jack Schaap, who is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence for sex trafficking of a minor. Yes it is as absurd as it sounds. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Send your...

In this episode, Sadie teaches Gavri'el how to break the script of an IFB soul winner by taking him through the whole sales pitch. Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Podcorn! Check out their podcast ad services at www. Podcorn.com Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Send your queer IFB/Fundamentalism stories to LeavingEden...

In this true crime episode, Sadie and Gavri'el recount the tragic tale of Elsa Garcia, and the horrible violent abuse she suffered at the hands of Joe and Evangeline Combs. While this story does have an uplifting ending, listener discretion is strongly advised. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Send your queer IFB/Fundamentali...

Sadie and Gavri'el discuss the 1999 movie based on Comedy Central's "South Park" cartoon, South Park: Bigger, Longer, and Uncut. The next homework episode will air on May 27. This will be a reverse homework in which Gavri'el is assigned Dating With a Purpose, by Jack Schaap. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Send your queer IF...

On today's episode, Sadie and Gavri'el explore the Chickiverse... or the Tractiverse... or the Unichick. Whatever you want to call it. The world of Jack Chick's Chick Tracts. The most famous comics you've never heard of, unless you're a fundie, in which case you've definitely heard of them. Chick Tracts of Note: Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com...

New details have emerged from the bail hearing of Josh Duggar. Sadie and Gavri'el give their analysis and opinions. WARNING: This episode contains discussion of child sexual abuse and child sexual abuse images. Leaving Eden Podcast Merch available on Teespring! https://teespring.com/stores/leaving-eden-podcast-shop Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https...

As a new mom, Sadie reflects on the IFB's traditions and expectations regarding motherhood and mothers' day. Gavri'el makes a joke so filthy that it was not allowed in the streaming cut of the episode. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Send your queer IFB/Fundamentalism stories to LeavingEdenPod@gmail.com Also send your dating...

Our insights on the latest indictments against Josh Duggar WARNING: This episode contains discussion of child sexual abuse and child sexual abuse images. Leaving Eden Podcast Merch available on Teespring! https://teespring.com/stores/leaving-eden-podcast-shop Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhm...

In this episode, Sadie takes Gavri'el through some key parts of her transition out of being a cult member, including learning how to dress and learning how to speak and not sound like an absolute WIERDO. Leaving Eden Podcast Merch available on Teespring!https://teespring.com/stores/leaving-eden-podcast-shopStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.s...

This is the 2nd edition, this episode's about pissing, and about a preacher who thinks that women should stay in the kitchen Leaving Eden Podcast Merch available on Teespring! https://teespring.com/stores/leaving-eden-podcast-shop Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA. Uncensore...

Is the IFB not repressive enough? Are you not satisfied with JUST hating LGBT people, women, and Black people? WELL, Sadie and Gavri'el are here to introduce you to Steven Anderson, who runs Faithful Word Baptist Church out of a strip mall in Tempe Arizona, and the NEW IFB. Just like the OLD IFB only much, much much more racist. Leaving Eden Podcast Merch available on Teespring! https://teespring....

Sadie and Gavri'el watch and review a terrible Mel Gibson movie. Leaving Eden Podcast Merch available on Teespring! https://teespring.com/stores/leaving-eden-podcast-shop Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https:...

Today is THE BIG DAY. And Sadie and Gavri'el are ready to swallow live goldfish to prove their love for this podcast. Not actually. They will not swallow any goldfish. Leaving Eden Podcast Merch available on Teespring!https://teespring.com/stores/leaving-eden-podcast-shopStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDN...

In this episode, Sadie introduces the ***SPRING PROGRAM*** as a shameless way for us to hawk our brand new merchandise which is available now for purchase. Still less ridiculous and exploitative than the ACTUAL IFB spring program. Whatever that is. ***CONTEST RULES:***Every time you recommend our show to an INDIVIDUAL, you will earn ONE point. Every time you recommend our show PUBLICLY, or to a GR...

In today's episode, Sadie and Gavri'el investigate the tale of a man who murdered his cheating wife and her lover, as was told by Jack Hyles in one of his most famous sermons. Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! h...

On Today's TRUE CRIME episode, Sadie and Gavri'el discuss the exploits of one Thom Kimmel, who was imprisoned for running a Ponzi scheme using IFB church members' money. Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https:/...

In this very special episode, Sadie and Gavri'el take YOUR questions and give them answers! This includes discussions of sainthood, other bible colleges, as well as personal stories! Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Pat...

What does it mean to be "Called To Preach?" How does it happen? When does it happen? Today we find out. Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcastJoin our Facebook Discussion gr...

Lester Roloff was a titan who led a life that was as dramatic as the manner of his death. We would almost like him if it weren't for all of the child abuse! (BTW CW for child abuse) https://www.texasmonthly.com/politics/remember-the-christian-alamo/ Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruR...

In preparation for Valentine's Day, Sadie tell Gavri'el about the time-honored IFB tradition of the Valentine's Day Banquet. Tune in for the absolute cringe-fest. Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.pa...

Sadie reviews Paul Simon's 1986 masterpiece, Graceland. Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA. Uncensored and extended episodes are available on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast Join our Facebook Discussion group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodus...

Bethany and Kristen are two sisters who have a fundie-lite YouTube channel, Girl Defined. They create content for young christian women. Somehow they manage to involve the Nazis. Sadie and Gavri'el take this opportunity to snark on them and their weird obsession with Chastity. Stream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gn...