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“Episode 4 is confusing. There is no context about how or why Susans mom is in America. All of a sudden she is based in California but it doesn’t make sense. Did Susans mom remarry an American and then was she adopted by him? This is supposed to be about adoption and in her telling of the story...”Read full review »
ckvgcxd123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/21
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“As someone who has been in the country for over 21 years, and newly naturalized citizen, this podcast “traumatized” me in a special way. Maybe, because I have never heard of this kind of mistreatment. This an important story, and I am glad I’ve been introduced to it, even though, these stories...”Read full review »
Bimber&bigos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/21
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“Finally, love made manifest through the use of 21st Century technology and the truest expression of love, “I love you because you are”. As the Sister so eloquently said, the Bible is a mass of translations, of the interpretations of men thousands of years ago trying to convey a deeply spiritual...”Read full review »
Ndebeledoll via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
06/26/21
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“Such a great podcast. The do a fair amount of biblical studies and demonstrate that there IS room for the lgbtq+ community within religion.
Jesus said to love thy neighbor as thyself. He called this the second most important commandment.
I feel very sad for the racist and homophobic people out...”Read full review »
jhu11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/21
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“I loved this episode because I’m a follower of Jesus. We are finally changing. Dump the Christian ‘religion’ if you must. Not Jesus! There are communities that love and follow Christ AND welcome LGBTQ folks.”
Barb DK via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/21
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“Great podcast binged the whole thing”
Joojoo55 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/20
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“I can’t believe it’s all done. Now I’ll watch the movie. Amazing podcast and it might even save someone’s life.”
StacksT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/20
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“It left me wanting more, but that doesn’t mean it was lacking. I think it was a great podcast.”
thxvibes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/20
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“Although an interesting subject - I was left wishing there was more. Like Dolly Patton’s America - that is the extent that I felt this podcast could have been but failed to do.”
iamtylerhart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/20
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“Made me cry. Each story is so fascinating and told in a way that is complex. I loved it”
Neon apologist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/19
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“This was a thoughtful and thorough investigation into the disturbing and discredited practice of conversion therapy that continues to scourge LGBTQ people to this day, especially of children by their parents. Pieces like this are essential to advancing the cause of human rights, and this podcast...”Read full review »
Diesel_Wolf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/19
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“I’m so glad that the terrible practice of reparative therapy is being exposed. So many have suffered, and it’s not right. It was interesting to find out the history behind it and the complicate legacy of those involved.”
Ellerpea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/19
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“Please listen no matter what your creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, religion, and history.”
pathosandpopcorn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/19
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“A hard look at a tragic history of the abuse of non-heterosexual, non-cisgender persons. Told in a clear-cut way that cuts to the important parts of this shameful part of the world. Very well done and worth a listen!”
JMarg04 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/28/19
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“As someone who was also exposed to John Schmid and the sick cult he ran, I would have appreciated him not being included in the victims of his abuse finally having a voice. When Kevin Spacey was outed for abusing young men, his career ended and no one wants to hear from him. Young men committed...”Read full review »
Nlp1977075 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/19
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“Very. Slow. Moving. Script.
It’s an interesting story, but for many gay men like me I’ve heard it all before. This very slow moving podcast does little to keep me engaged. Perhaps if it had been one episode instead of four it would have moved better. Or maybe this is for straight people who have...”Read full review »
Erikp57 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/19
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“Great podcast. Makes more sense if you watch the Boy Erased movie first.”
Sky. London via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/13/19
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“The last episode ruined the whole series for me. Speaking as a lesbian, here’s my answer to the podcast’s big question: No, John Smid has not adequately accepted responsibility. In a full 51-minute episode, the closest thing to an apology we get is him basically saying, “boo hoo, I can’t handle...”Read full review »
CSmythe5492 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/19
“I grew up in a welcoming church and have been part of several churches with LGBT members and clergy. Christians like us are rarely represented in popular culture or the news so I appreciate that we are included in this story.”
ProRester via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/19
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“Love this! i want more. interviews with lots of LGBTQAI people!”
smszewczyk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/19
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“I have a gay son who came out in his 20’s, although we knew much earlier. He was bullied in grade school, so we tried to reach out but he denied it. We would be ready when he was ready. He is the love of our lives and I can’t quit crying over the love loss for these men and women who’s parents...”Read full review »
Seeing beyond via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/19
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“As a young woman who grew up in Southeast Oklahoma and northeast Texas. I feel that shame and guilt and hatred that I have heard on this podcast. I grew up in church, hearing that “god hates gays” and other like terms. I pushed it so far back into my mind that I honestly thought the feelings I...”Read full review »
Riles4reals via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/19
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“I don’t care if you are gay, straight or questioning. Listen to this podcast. It’s educational and heart felt. I have cried, laughed and learned so much.
Thank you for doing all this. This podcast is needed.”
Ddfigs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/19
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“A much needed look at the demonization of homosexuality... there are many unsafe places still in our society for gay lesbian trans and bi people”
Canadian Rachel via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/20/18
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“Amazing stories and very touching. I personally loved the mama bears one the best so heartwarming”
Nicolas (runner 5!) via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
12/18/18
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“What more can I say?”
gamer plus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/18
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“Not coming from America, this has been a revelation, I knew about conversion therapy , but had no real idea about how deep rooted this was, As a gay man this was very interesting I've never questioned this, and am lucky to have grown up in a time where it has never really been an issue (got...”Read full review »
Damageink via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/16/18
“Thought provoking and full of love.”
Yahdeedah via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/18
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“These stories are amazing. Great to learn about this and I really enjoyed each episode.
The momma bears made me cry, laugh and restored a bit of faith in humanity.
Got to love moms being moms to anyone who needs one.
Thank you for these podcasts.”
JamersF via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/18
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“This show has taught me so much- as a future therapist, perhaps former Christian, and as a human. Thank you. Would LOVE it if you folks did more episodes but also I should probably watch the movie.”
olson.han via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/18
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“Anyone who has grown up in evangelical communities and churches should listen to this.”
momfriendauntie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/11/18
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“Listening to this guy talk was incredibly frustrating. He shows zero remorse, takes no accountability, and has nothing but performative nonsense to say for his really messed up actions. We all struggle with shame; not all of us methodically destroy people’s lives for 25 years to make ourselves...”Read full review »
Kermit Weatherbee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/18
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“Phenomenal podcast. I'm not unfamiliar with co version therapy, having grown up in the church and having worked in Christian higher ed. But the detailed narrative here provided a lot of new information. As expected, the complexity of the storytelling is the podcast series' great strength....”Read full review »
Kevin Maness via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/18
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“I am a Mama Dragon- we are a Facebook group of moms with LGBTQIA children who love and support each other while we love and support our kids. This series has been so fascinating to listen to. Amazing interviews with the people in the early days who were trying to find a new path for those who...”Read full review »
Lldame via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/08/18
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“I am a new therapist and was completely moved by this podcast. I was not aware that this was still happening. It has opened my eyes. I am also a Christian and do not hold those beliefs that many help in this series. This really got me thinking and I love the moms bears. I am going to share this...”Read full review »
Raelovelife via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/18
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“I am looking forward to seeing Boy Erased (I live outside the US and it's not always easy to find a movie at a theater) but the first episode is basically a retelling of the movie / book! There are even many clips from the movie.
Otherwise, it's an important topic to know about - for...”Read full review »
rushamy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/18
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“For all you psychology buffs out there...”
Omrionyo via Apple Podcasts ·
Israel ·
12/01/18
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“Having had one ex-lover who took his own life, and one friend who went through electro-shock therapy, both due to conversion therapy, I approached this show with trepidation. But it was amazingly well done. Thoughtful, provocative, sad, uplifting,angering at times, but amazingly well presented....”Read full review »
ottawacanuck via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/30/18
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“Loved this series so much. Binge listened to it in one day. Best podcast series since S-town. Must listen if you’re interested in lgbtq history and issues.”
DanElias via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/18
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“REALLY dislike the solid 2 minutes of ads in the beginning of each episode.
I feel this series has good intent, but may stray from actually telling the stories of those who have gone through conversion therapy and give more of a voice to that of the oppressor. I did like the Mama Bears episode,...”Read full review »
jackiem1999 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/18
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“Amazing podcast and the mama bear episode really hit me. If anything I’m maybe bisexual but I just appreciate hearing a literal translation of a bible verse that is so widely open to interpretation. Thank you”
budgaloo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/18
“This podcast is beautiful: particularly episode 2 about the Mama Bears. It’s beautiful and a welcome spring of love and hope.”
newyork10r via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/18
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“Please note that this series focuses on religious and shame based conversion therapy. There are other voluntary therapies out there for men (often married men) who wish to reduce gay attraction. Most often childhood trauma is found that when resolved reduces the attraction. My “Hidden Truth...”Read full review »
janthonybr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/18
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“I really wanted to love this podcast, but it fell so short. First episode was engrossing and I wanted to delve deeper, however, this team took no real hard stance when talking to John Smid. Was there no questioning his material wealth built upon the suicides of these gay men? While I loved the...”Read full review »
beets89 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/18
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