Reviews
“🤩💗 “Cult leaders cannot control your emotions, they can teach you how to control your own emotions. They’re not in your head. They can’t read your mind. Even though they may claim that they can, that’s how the control works” Sadie as always brings the wisdom I need to heal from fundamentalist...”Read full review »
Ndjsnsgx(28&;7, via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/04/24
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“Roommate would not stop talking about this show for some reason listend and loved it! Time for them to listen to the regulation podcast now a deal is a deal!”
Roommate 56 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/24
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“I have a very complicated relationship with this podcast. I love the topics covered. I love the length of the episodes, and the deep dives they do into cults and people’s experiences. I do appreciate how the hosts will highlight queer and trans people’s experiences in religion.
That being...”Read full review »
Jordan!!!!!!!!!! a gay baby via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/24
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“I found LE many years back, almost from day one (Sadie was pregnant with Chuck). I enjoy all things culty, especially IBLP/IFB. Sadie is a phenomenal host and does incredible research. She is thoughtful, well-spoken and likable.
Gavi has been a problem since the beginning and has become...”Read full review »
ARegularListener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/24
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“Sadie’s voice is unbearable. Getting a vocal coach would make this podcast so much better.”
oligracelee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/24
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“I have been listening to this podcast for a couple of months and it just gets better and better. So many of the IFB experiences expressed are very similar to mine. The show does a great job of calling out things that need to be called out but at the same time showing empathy.”
wismom4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/24
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“I LOVE this podcast. Sadie and Gavi have great chemistry and the thorough research combined with experiences, listener input, and Gavi’s “outsider” questions and insight have been so helpful for me as I work through my own deconstruction. I feel validated, and learn new things all the time. Keep...”Read full review »
Cindy Carrier via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/24
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“I love the latest episodes about Revelations.”
Lissakay7892 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/24
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“The info Sadie provides is super interesting. I’ve learned a lot. BUT I absolutely could not listen to the Josh Duggar episodes from a while back due to her completely stuffed up nose and literally blowing her nose and sniffling throughout the episode. I really want to listen but Sadie’s voice is...”Read full review »
Lester441972 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/24
“Upside: I find some some insights (especially from Sadie) to be some of the most concise and clear explanations of harm and abuse I’ve heard in a cult podcast.
Downside: Please get a vocal coach. No offense personally, but the nasal and gravelly tone literally makes it impossible to continue...”Read full review »
Dldlse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/24
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“Sadie and Gavi have taught me so much about cults and the IFB in general. Just this morning-a Sunday-I noticed a large school bus for a Baptist church in the town over from mine. In the past, I never would have thought twice, but now I know so much more. I love listening to these two funny and...”Read full review »
musicgrl27 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/24
“Your favorable bias and your superiority to Amish women is evident in how you refuse to respond to the amish raised women and afab people that object to being further exploited and objected whilst you spread disinformation about Amish people, culture and theology.
Please stop.”
Mary Byler via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/24
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“They speak about important topics but when they speak about things outside their lane without acknowledging the harm done; they are just like all the other religious leaders who exploit people for their personal gain.
I am so disappointed. We easily become like the people we speak against.”
Stay in your lane please via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/24
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“Episodes are not structured well- too much small talk and thanking new members…by the time you get to the actual content it’s ten minutes of actual interviews followed by 20 minutes of host commentary that is just retelling the story…hopefully they learn as they grow and it gets more interesting.”
ggosnl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/24
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AlisonMarjory via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/17/24
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“The stories are great! It seems like the hosts have a good chemistry together. I just started listening, so I’m only 7-8 episodes in. I don’t appreciate the political content they have already added in.”
Hbrow ;-) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/24
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“Imagine my surprise when my favorite podcast discussing fundie issues not so subtly mentions their stance on Israel. Being inclusive of LGBT people doesn’t make it okay to be so callous about the siege on Gaza.”
NADIAD126 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/24
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“Such a validating piece of ongoing artwork. Thanks you two 🙏 definitely recommend”
teabag.thieves via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
01/08/24
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“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...”Read full review »
Vicca Storm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/23
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“The male host is insufferable. It sounds like he’s making fun of Sadie.. Most grating is when he references something that she CLEARLY will not know and then he responds “whaaaaaaaatttttt?!” or she has to ask for him to explain it and he does so condescendingly? Hello? Don’t even get me started...”Read full review »
esveesea via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/07/23
“As the son of Wycliff Bible Translator missionaries in Bolivia and have left the fundis years ago, I still find the validation of the abuse and trauma of spanking, shame, fear and thought control at the foundation of these cults and cultural appropriators (destroyers) to be very helpful. I cry as...”Read full review »
Tumi Chucua Doug via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/23
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“Great podcast, very informative and entertaining. I especially love how they are inclusive to LGBT people, and how they handle sensitive subjects.”
7532690637996 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/23
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“I love this podcast, because the hosts are so well-versed in the subject matter and they bring it to the audience in an interesting yet informative way. We need more awareness about the insidious nature of fundamentalist Christianity. Thank you to Sadie and Gavi for shedding light on such an...”Read full review »
AlyMT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/23
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“These hosts are very well spoken and respectful. Such interesting perspectives and story. Thank you for your willingness to share and your honesty. Wow. What an interesting world.”
Monkey Maze via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/06/23
“I found this podcast randomly and have been in love with it ever since. I’ve learned so much listening to Sadie and Gav’riel and that has only lead to me doing more research and learning even more. Also, Gav’riel’s humor is the ABSOLUTE BEST and I can listen to him make fun of these abusive cults...”Read full review »
TucsonTori24 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/23
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“Like most of the episodes that I’ve listened to, this one has also touched on some deeply buried experiences that I can now process. Thank you! This podcast gives a “real-ness” to the murkiest part of my past. It’s “shining a light on the darkness“ (funny that a Christian term says it best)”
Sabetha77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/21/23
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“The content is good, and I enjoy one half of the team. However, I feel as though the forced jokes, explaining every joke that doesn’t land, long drawn out anecdotes are just becoming too much and detracts from the content.”
Josh. Just Josh. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/23
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“I enjoy this podcast - it’s very informative and also fun, without it being “teachy” or so snarky that is becomes uncomfortable. It’s the right balance between honest surprise at the absolutely insane topics and real feeling sorry for the people involved. The hosts are very honest and vulnerable...”Read full review »
AnnejoG via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
07/13/23
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“Sadie is amazing and very knowledgeable, but Gavi always comes across as very rude and unsympathetic.”
Nadaz, voice of the host via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/03/23
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“Thanks, Gavi and Sadie!”
melmariebrns via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/25/23
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“Very interesting podcast, there are sooooo many episodes to listen to and they’re all so well researched, I’m learning a lot ! Thanks I love it”
ClaraenamarredeYEPS via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
06/19/23
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“I’ve seen so many “shut up Gavi” posts!! Gavi you make the podcast better just like Sadie! You make me laugh and realize how utterly wrong some of these practices/teachings are by how normal I think something is until you’re horrified by it. Thank you for you!”
Giirrll via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/19/23
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“Like most of these reviews- Gavi takes away from the podcast. I was so enjoying hearing Sadie’s unique perspective and her stories and I feel she is very insightful and informative. I like hearing her perspective, but she is constantly interrupted by Gavi. I started from the beginning a few weeks...”Read full review »
XtinatX via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/23
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“This podcast has helped me work through and the newest episode about shiny happy people is so good and so hard to listen for me because I was raised in IBLP”
Jadekitty stars via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/08/23
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“I love the show. But please for the love of all that’s good in the world… could you please consider changing the intro and exit song?
I’ve recommended the show to a few others going through various stages of deconstruction and all but 1 person has mentioned the intro song made them want to...”Read full review »
RCT1D via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/23
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“I found this podcast recently and really enjoy listening. Sadie has really put a lot of thought and time into deconstructing her past and it’s so interesting to hear her perspective. Gavi would be better if he just stuck to asking questions to promote Sadie’s perspective. Unfortunately, he thinks...”Read full review »
Late monster via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/23
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“I attended southern baptist churches as a child, in Texas and Oklahoma. I knew that the things I was taught were harmful to my mental and emotional health, but the way it’s presented to a child is so covert that it took me listening to this podcast to realize how very insidious the messaging was....”Read full review »
BKQmofo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/20/23
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“Gavi is always hard to listen to with his self righteous attitude and always acting like an expert on a religion he knows nothing about through experience. He makes it sound like those who are religious (outside of his religion) are not as smart as him. It’s awful. The Pearl episode was...”Read full review »
does_this_one_work via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/23
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“Love the discussions on this podcast!!!”
Codymcg1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/23
“I really enjoyed this show at the beginning, I loved that Sadie exhibited vulnerability in deconstruction. But as the podcast has gotten more popular the hosts have started exhibiting more cultish behavior. Joking about “being cult experts” and “what kind of cult you’d have” are really...”Read full review »
A_lowe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/23
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“Wow I never heard of a more inaccurate description of the IFB! Yes they are ultra conservative but she’s way off.”
AKFireweek via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/23
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“As someone who grew up as an evangelical on the fringes of fundamentalism, I find a lot to think about. I began working my way out of the evangelical mindset about 15 years ago and this is one of my favorite podcasts for thinking through my years in the church.”
jimwinkle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/23
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“Just discovered this show and shared it with my daughter, saying that Sadie sounds like a genius.”
Boppy12 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/23
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“They think that their narrow religious experience defines that religion for all people. Sadie is particularly guilty of this. With Gavi—it’s pretty rich when someone from one religious framework tells followers of a completely different religious framework how they are supposed to believe and...”Read full review »
heidimarieandco via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/23
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“I don’t often leave reviews, but these two are worth it and deserve recognition. They handle hard topics with grace, wisdom, and understanding while also holding their own ground. 5 starts, and keep up the good work!”
GalleryGirl90 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/23
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“This show " jumped the shark" after Sadie was done with her personal story. Claims to be a Cult Expert.
I have yet to hear that confirmed.”Read full review »
Todd Wyatt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/23
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“Enjoy the subject matter but maybe sensitive snowflakes shouldn’t listen with all the hilarious “trigger warnings” she warns us about.”
Dheidmdksoemdneu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/23
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“This podcast finally made me realize what denomination my grandparents were going to back in the 90s and early 2000s.
I really enjoy Sadie's theological and church history rabbit trails, especially as someone who has deconstructed much of my own Christian upbringing and now teaches at the...”Read full review »
Clearbrook4 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/18/23
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“So tolle Themen Einblicke grossartig Bester podcast danke euch Sehr sehr interessant”
hasekstze12 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
01/16/23
“I just found this podcast and woooww it’s really incredible! Just such a wealth of information. I specifically enjoyed the episode on the versions of the Bible and why the fundies are King James Only. I really have already learned so much, and have enjoyed hanging out with you guys! Thanks for...”Read full review »
sweb123456 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/23
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