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Leaving Eden Podcast

Leaving Eden LLC

An Ex-Fundie, Deconstruction, and Cult podcast as told by cult survivor Sadie Carpenter, with her co-host Gavi HaCohen. This podcast covers Sadie"s cult, (The Independent Fundamental Baptist church), other cults, (including Jonestown and the Branch Davidians), cult-related media (including reality TV shows and documentaries like The Duggars/19 Kids and Counting, Shiny Happy People, Welcome to Plathville, and Real Housewives of Salt Lake City), famous fundamentalist and fundie influencers, other

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Ep. 93: How To: Dating (Ex-fundie / Fundie Snark /...

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2022/08/01

In this episode, Sadie and Gavri'el discuss learning how to date after leaving fundamentalism.If you want us to talk about something you'd like to learn how to do, please send your questions to LeavingEdenPod@Gmail.comWE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion

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1:32:37

Ep. 92: Plathville Part 1: Are The Plaths IBLP or...

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2022/08/01

Sadie and Gavri'el begin their deep dive (Part 1 of 2) into the Plath family from TLC's Welcome to Plathville! They introduce the family members, the premise of the show, and Sadie uses her ex-fundie research skills to discover new and previously unknown information about the specifics of the Plaths' religious beliefs, including the details of their ties to both IFB and IBLP branches of Christian fundamentalism.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp! For 10% off your first month of online

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1:56:19

Ep. 91: Burnout (Deconstruction / Theology / Fundie...

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2022/07/18

In this episode, Sadie and Gavri'el discuss the very real dangers that fundamentalist life poses to a person's physical and mental health, namely through overwork and sleep depravation.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comProfits from all pride-themed merch go to Point of Pride, an organization that provides resources for trans and nonbinary people across the United States, including in Texas and FloridaStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme

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1:54:09

Ep. 90: Warren Jeffs and the FLDS (Mormonism /...

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2022/07/11

In This Episode, Sadie and Gavi talk about the FLDS, Eat Sweet Pray and Obey, and Warren and Rulon Jeffs.WE HAVE NEW MERCH AVAILABLE, AND A NEW MERCH SHOP, at https://leavingedenpodcast.threadless.comProfits from all pride-themed merch go to Point of Pride, an organization that provides resources for trans and nonbinary people across the United States, including in Texas and FloridaStream the Leaving Eden Podcast theme song, Rolling River of Time on Spotify

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Ep. 89: Christian Nationalism (Biblical Literalism Is...

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2022/07/04

Happy 4th of July! On today's episode, Sadie explains to Gavri'el exactly where the idea of Christian Nationalism comes from, and why so many Christians in the United States believe that America is supposed to be a Christian nation.Note: We recorded this episode several weeks prior to the US Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade. Because of this, we make MANY jokes about topics that are REALLY not very funny in the light of that ruling. We hope you'll keep that in mind as you listen.An Extended

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Ep. 88: The Leaving Eden Drag Brunch Returns With...

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2022/06/27

Sadie and Gavi are ONCE AGAIN joined by Dinah House-Fire the greatest ex-fundie drag performer and exorcism recipient to ever live. The three of them read listener stories, Euphoria, and Gavi's hypothetical drag persona.This Pride month, we are fundraising for Point of Pride, an amazing organization that provides resources including HRT and other medical care to trans and nonbinary people in the United States. If you want to support them, you can donate at https://www.pointofpride.org/donateAn

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Ep. 87: Pride 3: The Gayzer Beam (Grooming Libel)...

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2022/06/20

On this episode, Sadie and Gavi discuss the libelous allegations of grooming that are being leveled against the LGBTQ+ community. Don't worry though, it's not all pain and trauma!Source post for this episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/67870328"Inside a Cult" Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=pwI6py78gsIThis Pride month, we are fundraising for Point of Pride, an amazing organization that provides resources including HRT and other medical care to trans and nonbinary

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1:29:57

Ep. 86: Pride Month Special Interview with Elizabeth...

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2022/06/13

On Today's AMAZING episode, Sadie and Gavi get to talk to the one and only Liz Hunter, AKA LITERALLY the coolest person to ever escape from fundamentalism. We would try to summarize this in the description but there is simply TOO MUCH to summarize. Make sure you check out Liz's new book, Hearts of Clay and Tempest. https://www.nymeriapublishing.com/hearts-of-clay-and-tempest This Pride month, we are fundraising for Point of Pride, an amazing organization that provides resources including HRT and

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1:46:31

Ep. 85: The History of Pride (And Why You Shouldn't...

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2022/06/06

In today's pride month special episode, Sadie tells us all about the history of pride and LGBTQ+ activism in the United States, and explains how trans rights are inherently tied to the rights for not just the whole LGBTQ+ community, but to women's rights as well!This Pride month, we are fundraising for Point of Pride, an amazing organization that provides resources including HRT and other medical care to trans and nonbinary people in the United States. If you want to support them, you can donate at

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1:25:57

Ep. 84: Cult Leaders And Convicted Pedophiles Are Bad...

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2022/05/30

Ex-Cult leader, former FBCH Pastor, and convicted pedophile/sex trafficker "Dr." Jack Schaap believes that he is an expert in mental health and christian counseling. Gavi and Sadie are joined by ACTUAL Dr. Shoshana Fagen to talk about why Jack Schaap's book "Healing for the Inner Hurts" is just about the worst book that you could give somebody who is suffering with their mental health. This book is so bad that Jack Schaap deserves to go back to prison for having written it.National Suicide

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1:46:49

Josh Duggar Sentencing Special: 12 Years and Counting...

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2022/05/26

Sadie and Gavi discuss Josh Duggar's sentencing, from motions, to objections, to his prison term. They also discuss the letters written to the judge by Michelle and Anna Duggar, as well as various recent public statements made about the trial by Amy Duggar King and Caleb Williams.Letters written to Hon. Judge Timothy L. Brooks:https://interactive.5newsonline.com/pdfs/duggar-sentencing-2.pdfContent Warning: This episode discusses the sentencing in a trial for possession of and receiving child sexual

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2:28:30

Ep. 83: A Day In The Life At Cult College (HAC / IFB...

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2022/05/23

In this episode, Sadie takes us through a day in her life during college. If you thought high school was hectic, just wait. We hear about fire alarms, dangerous stairs, and getting caught in the crossfire of a gang fight!An Extended version of this episode is available at Patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcastLeaving 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

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Ep. 82: A Day In The Life In Cult High School (IFB /...

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2022/05/16

On today's episode, Sadie describes what a day in her life was like during high school, both during the week and on the weekends.An Extended version of this episode is available at Patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcastLeaving 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/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion

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1:51:47

Ep. 81: My Smokin' Hot Wife (Mothers Day) (IFB / Cult...

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2022/05/09

Sadie and Gavri'el honor the occasion of Mothers Day by discussing the proverbial Proverbs 31 woman. Sadie explains how even compliments and praise can be a prison within the IFB, And reveals who she believes is a real life, modern day Proverbs 31 woman.This episode was recorded prior to the leak of documents revealing a potential overturn of the Roe V. Wade Supreme Court Decision.This episode was recorded prior to news of the release of Jack Schaap from prison for sex trafficking of a minor. There

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Ep. 80: The Mother of All Conspiracy Theories: The...

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2022/05/02

On today's episode, Sadie and Gavri'el explore the link between Illuminati/New World Order conspiracy theories, and fundamentalism by taking a deep dive into The Protocols of the Elders of Zion, which is a fictitious document originating in the Russian empire in the early 1900s. This document has influenced John Todd, Hitler, The Satanic Panic, Q Anon, and everything in between.Sources for this episode are available on a free post on our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/posts/65298661An Extended

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Ep. 79: The Monarch Returns for Missions Madness...

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2022/04/25

Dinah House-Fire has returned to our podcast to discuss YOUR missions stories! Join us for the laughter and the tears!Extended version of this episode is available at Patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcastLeaving 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/6lB7RwSQ9X5gnt1BDNugyS?si=jVhmqFfYRSiruRxekdLgKA.Join our Facebook Discussion group

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Ep. 78: From the Illuminati to the IFB: The Fantastic...

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2022/04/18

Have you ever wondered why fundamentalism is so rife with conspiracy theories? Have you ever wondered about the link between the IFB and Q anon? Have you ever wondered how Illuminati and New World Order conspiracies became ubiquitous? On today's episode, Sadie and Gavri'el trace it all back to one man; John Todd, who, with the help of Jack Chick and other fundamentalist pastors started the Satanic Panic and many years later, Q-Anon.An Uncensored and Extended version of this episode is available at

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Ep. 77: Eric Skwarczynski of the Preacher Boys...

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2022/04/11

We are so excited to be joined by documentarian Eric Skwarczynski of the Preacher Boys Podcast for an enlightening conversation about what it was like growing up as a boy in the IFB! Tune in to hear us talk toxic masculinity, deconstruction, marriage, and movies!For more information about Eric's work documenting church abuse within the IFB movement, visit PreacherBoysDoc.comAn Uncensored version of this episode is available at Patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcastLeaving Eden Podcast Merch available on

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Ep. 76: Getting Snug with the Dugg Part 2: Walmart...

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2022/04/04

On this episode, we continue our snarkable rundown of Duggar in-laws and weddings including but not limited to Jeremy's expensive taste in sneakers, the antics of Justin's mother-in-law Hillary Spivey, and just EVERYTHING about Jed and Katie. Sadie and Gavri'el deliver the goods.Did we miss your favorite snarkable detail? Check out the extended version of this episode at Patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcast with more than 40 minutes of bonus content!Send your missions stories via Email to

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1:50:52

Ep. 75: Getting Snug with the Dugg Part 1: No...

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2022/03/28

We've been making this show for nearly two years and Gavri'el has still never seen a single full episode of 17/18/19 kids and counting. It's up to Sadie to give him the rundown and an overview of all of the snarkable details of the world's most famous fundie family, the Duggars, and the people who make the highly questionable decision to marry into this family. Today's episode covers Josh's wedding to Anna (née Keller), Jill's wedding to Derick Dillard, and Jessa's wedding to Ben Seewald.An extended

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