The Legacy of Abuse Podcast

Welcome to the second installment of our two-part podcast episode, delving into the encounter between ex-Minister of Education, Dustin Duncan, and alumni of Christian Centre Academy/Legacy Christian Academy. In 2022, three former students convened with Minister Duncan at the Saskatchewan Legislature to further discuss the shortcomings of private schools in the province.   Notably, the meeting unfo...

Welcome to the first installment of our two-part podcast episode, delving into the encounter between ex-Minister of Education, Dustin Duncan, and alumni of Christian Centre Academy/Legacy Christian Academy. In 2022, three former students convened with Minister Duncan at the Saskatchewan Legislature to further discuss the shortcomings of private schools in the province. Notably, the meeting unfolde...

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Join us this week for Part Two of a Two-Part Series: Exploring the Legacy of System Failures. In this episode, we have a frank discussion on the government administrator, Micheal Walters, at Legacy Christian Academy and delve into the experiences of former alumni as they interacted with him. What initially seemed like a third-party oversight reveals a more ominous reality.   Join the class action...

Join us this week for Part One of a Two-Part Series: Exploring the Legacy of System Failures. In this episode, we have a frank discussion on the government administrator, Micheal Walters, at Legacy Christian Academy and delve into the experiences of former alumni as they interacted with him. What initially seemed like a third-party oversight reveals a more ominous reality .   Join the class action...

Join us in Episode 27 as we venture to Downtown Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Former students of Legacy Christian Academy come together to offer support amid legal proceedings involving the school's former principal and director at Saskatoon Provincial Court. Tune in to capture the students' genuine reactions both before and after the courtroom events.   Join the class action lawsuit: https://scharfste...

In this week's episode, Barb, a former member of the church from 1981 to 2011, opens up about her journey. Join us as she delves into her experience at Christian Center, the reasons behind removing her kids from the academy, and the challenges she faced, including coercion and emotional manipulation. Barb's courage to stand firm and do what is best for her family led to her departure from the chur...

Episode 25 dives into why ANYONE in their right mind would join Christian Centre, with special guest, Murray. Murray joined the church as a young adult and breaks down the making of cult leader, Keith Johnson, and what drew people to him. Murray's hilarious personality provides some reprieve from the heavy message.   Join the class action lawsuit: h t t p s : / / s c h a r f s t e i n l a w . c o...

In Episode 24, we dive into an intimate conversation with Garrison Davis, the step-grandson of Keith Johnson and a former student of Christian Centre Academy. Garrison left Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, with his family as a child to the United States, where he still resides. Garrison shares his personal insights into his interactions with Keith Johnson during his formative years, shedding light on his...

Welcome to Episode 23 of our podcast, where we engage in an enlightening conversation with a former student, Hannah. In this episode, Hannah shares her personal journey, shedding light on the immense pressure exerted by the School's leadership to deter her from pursuing higher education.    Her narrative unveils the shocking statements made by the School's Director, suggesting that one need not at...

Episode 22 is an exciting one with Dr. Jenna Scaramanga, a British academic and writer known for her work on the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum and its impact on education. Scaramanga has gained recognition for her critical analysis and advocacy against ACE's approach to education.   She is known for her research, writing, and public speaking about ACE, highlighting concerns rela...

Episode #021: Becky and Michael's stories- Foster Care, the new Cannan Land   Episode 21 is a particularly weighty installment. Please listen with care.    TW: Conversation about sexual abuse.    In this episode, we are joined by siblings Becky and Michael. Becky's journey began at the CCM/CCA plant school and church in Leader, Sk, before her enrollment at the Christian Centre Academy. Her story t...

Join us on this episode as we welcome a special guest, Cole, the younger brother of our regular podcast host, Cody. Cole, joined by his wife, share his journey and Cole opens up about his time at Legacy Christian Academy. He details the profound impact the treatment of his older brothers at the school had on him. Tune in for a heartfelt and insightful conversation. Join the class action lawsuit: h...

Join us for a special week with a remarkable guest, Dr. Jim Arnold, a renowned community psychologist in Saskatoon. In this episode, Dr. Jim shares his wealth of knowledge and provides a distinctive perspective on the Legacy of Abuse scandal. As a seasoned professional who has testified in court multiple times in child abuse cases, his insights are truly invaluable.   Read "The Child Training Semi...

Welcome to Episode 18 of our podcast, where we have the privilege of welcoming former student Shannon to our virtual studio. Shannon's journey takes us back to her years at the church and school, spanning from 1999 to 2011, alongside her family. In this candid conversation, Shannon unveils the intricate dynamics of navigating a system where conformity was essential for survival, as the specter of...

Part 2 of 2. Our guests, Kim and Christine, are a married couple who, 17 years ago, orchestrated a daring escape from the clutches of the Christian Centre Cult. Little did they know that their return to Saskatchewan, just a month before the explosive "Legacy of Abuse" scandal hit last year, would add yet another layer of intrigue to their story. Join us as Kim and Christine provide us with a candi...

Part 1 of 2. Our guests, Kim and Christine, are a married couple who, 17 years ago, orchestrated a daring escape from the clutches of the Christian Centre cult. Little did they know that their return to Saskatchewan, just a month before the explosive "Legacy of Abuse" scandal hit last year, would add yet another layer of intrigue to their story.  Join us as Kim and Christine provide us with a cand...

  Part One- Who's Who. In this installment, we embark on a compelling three-part series, "Who's Who in the Statement of Claim?" that delves into a class action lawsuit filed by former students of a Christian School in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on August 9, 2023. In Part 1 of this series, we cast a spotlight on William Keith Johnson, a figure known as Keith Johnson in the evangelical community.   Joi...

  Episode #014: Mel's Story   In Episode 14, a special guest, Mel, joins us. A former student who was part of Christian Centre Academy during the late 80s. Through her accounts, she sheds light on the dress code and the conduct of male staff, portraying a disconcerting image of the institution's culture. Mel shares the challenging decision she made to enter foster care temporarily, seeking an esca...

  This is a spicy episode, so listeners beware.  The current hot button issue in Saskatchewan around planned parenthood and sex education is discussed, combined with the harms of not properly educating your children about consent and sex. There are graphic conversations in this podcast episode  and it is not intended for minors.   Join the class action lawsuit: https://scharfsteinlaw.com/class-act...

Celin, a former student who spent 11 years at the school and left   in 2017, reflects on her experiences at both the church and school during that period. The recurring phrase at Mile Two seems to be "we've changed." As you listen to Celin's account, you'll have the chance to assess whether significant changes have truly occurred. Additionally, this episode features a special guest, Mel, who atten...

 Join us in Part Two of a two-part series uncovering some of the eyebrow-raising statements made from the pulpit at Mile Two Church, following the public disclosure of the 2022 lawsuit and articles. For those who are unfamiliar with the tactics used to control the congregation's narrative, including secretive "members only" meetings, we discuss these strategies being used by Mile Two leadership in...

Join us in Part one of a two-part series uncovering some of the eyebrow-raising statements made from the pulpit at Mile Two Church, following the public disclosure of the 2022 lawsuit and articles. For those who are unfamiliar with the tactics used to control the congregation's narrative, including secretive "members only" meetings, we discuss these strategies being used by Mile Two leadership in...

Episode #009: Origins of Christian Centre & Nick's Story   In Episode 9, hear from Nick, a former student at Legacy Christian Academy (formerly Christian Centre Academy). He shares his journey as a gay student in a faith-based school, Christian Centre Academy. Discover how a group of families, including Nic's family, moved from Victoria, BC joined a Catholic Holy Spirit movement in Saskatoon in th...

Episode #008: Jordan's Story & our high school crushes (apparently?)    In this episode, we are joined by Jordan, a former student who shares his personal journey of growing up in the church and attending Legacy Christian Academy from Kindergarten to Grade 12. He opens up about the lingering effects of the control he experienced during his time at the school, which even extended into his adult lif...