Our conversation with Philip Yancey in the last episode was such a head-f*ck, we felt we needed to reflect on the conversation and what it brought up for us. What do Exvangelicals do about Evangelicals who are really good people? You may not agree with the conclusions we reached, but hopefully you resonate with our struggles and honesty. If you mis…

Join host JC Groves and Matt Dudley for our RFP 6th anual Christmas Eve speial. Special Music by Chosen Road.Por Recovering Fundamentalist

What if privacy could be as dynamic and socially aware as the communities it aims to protect? Sebastian Benthall, a senior research fellow from NYU’s Information Law Institute, shows us how privacy is complex. He uses Helen Nissenbaum’s work with contextual integrity and concepts in differential privacy to explain the complexity of privacy. Our tal…

In Season 3, we were thrilled when Evangelical author, Philip Yancey agreed to be a guest on the podcast and talk about his memoir, Where the Light Fell, which chronicles his time growing up fundamentalist. We also talked with Philip about how his books impacted us as we journeyed out of fundamentalism into more moderate versions of Christianity in…

We'd love you to tune in as we say goodbye to 2024 and look forward to 2025. We look back on some of our best episodes of 2024, and even a couple of our worst. We'll definitely be back later in 2025, so see you then! We'll be back with new episodes later in 2025! --- Want more? Check out our exclusive Patreon episodes here. Join the conversation an…

We think you'll really connect with this episode. In 2000, Desiree Richter's two-year-old son Elijah died in a tragic domestic accident. The world as she knew it was dismantled along with her understanding of her place in it, leaving her to figure out how to parent her remaining children and how the fundamentalist Christian faith she'd practiced al…

We're excited to welcome April Ajoy back to our show. April is an influencer, content-creator, podcaster, and all-around troublemaker for the Christian right. She grew up in the heart of American Evangelicalism as an Evangelist’s kid and she is insightful and astute at illuminating the ways Christian Nationalism has infiltrated churches and politic…

Did Jesus predict his own return in the lifetime of his disciples and first century Christians and get it wrong? Was he simply one of many failed first-century Jewish apocalyptic preachers? Did Paul and other writers of the New Testament share Jesus' view and get it wrong too? In this episode, Troy and Brian unpack some of the reasons why many scho…

Our friend, brother and co host of the Recovering Fundamentalist Podcast, Nathan Cravatt, recently returned home from a mission trip to the country of Nepal. Several days after returning home he became very ill. He has only gotten worse. Many of you have asked how you can help. Right now, other than prayer for Nathans healing, financial support to …

What if the secret to successful AI governance lies in understanding the evolution of model documentation? In this episode, our hosts challenge the common belief that model cards marked the start of documentation in AI. We explore model documentation practices, from their crucial beginnings in fields like finance to their adaptation in Silicon Vall…

In preparation for our upcoming episode on the failed second coming of Jesus, we decided to replay this interview with one of our Exvangelical heroes, Bart Ehrman. If you haven't yet heard this interview then you're in for a treat, and if you have heard it before, we know you'll love it all over again. Dr Bart D. Ehrman is the James A. Gray Disting…

Following on from Part 1, we continue our chat about neurodivergence with podcast faves Danielle (D.L.) & Krispin Mayfield. Krispin's website D.L.'s website STRONGWILLED (substack.com) STRONGWILLED (the podcast) We'll be back with new episodes later in 2025! --- Want more? Check out our exclusive Patreon episodes here. Join the conversation and con…

Oh, didn't expect a new episode of the Fundamentalists on a Friday? Well, folks, we've had this in the can for a second but only because I've (Elliott've) been in Florida fighting for MY LIFE! All is well, though, don't worry, and Pete and I will be back to our irregularly scheduled programming next week. Do you like these on Fridays? Let us know! …

On the back of Troy's recent ADHD diagnosis, we talk about neurodivergence with podcast faves Danielle (D.L.) & Krispin Mayfield. Danielle's tells of their own Autism diagnosis and Troy opens up about how ADHD impacted him in the Church and now that he's deconstructed. The Mayfield's also talk about their latest project, Strongwilled. Krispin's web…

Disclaimer: There is a lot of sensitive information in this episode that is not suitable for young children. In this episode, the guys confront a very sinister attack against the ministry God has called them to do. Sometimes all you have to do is wait and those who oppose the truth of Scripture will fall into their own traps. We should never celebr…

Are businesses ready for large language models as a path to AI? In this episode, the hosts reflect on the past year of what has changed and what hasn’t changed in the world of LLMs. Join us as we debunk the latest myths and emphasize the importance of robust risk management in AI integration. The good news is that many decisions about adoption have…

Dr. Laura Anderson is a licensed psychotherapist, trauma resolution coach, religious trauma consultant, speaker, author, and educator. We talk with her about how when we leave fundamentalism, fundamentalism doesn't necessarily leave us, and its toxicity seems to manifest in other ways. Laura's links: Laura Anderson | Religious Trauma Expert When Re…

Some people spend decades studying Hegel and never quite get what he was talking about. Well, we've decided to explain him - in his entirety - in about an hour. This is sarcasm. Mostly. **The Fundamentalists** is available here: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fundamentalists/id1346820645 Google Play: https://podcasts.google.com/f…

Cait West is a survivor of the Christian patriarchy movement and advocate for survivors of spiritual abuse. In this episode, we talk about her experiences and her book, Rift: A memoir of breaking away from the Christian Patriarchy. She shares her story of hope for those who want to break free from high control environments. Links Cait West's websit…

In this episode, Elliott and Peter discuss the modern world of dating, including brand-new concepts like relational feudalism and relational capitalism. It might be one of our best episodes yet. Or it might not be. **The Fundamentalists** is available here: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fundamentalists/id1346820645 Google Play: …

In this episode, we discuss the term "the ick," used to describe a sudden change of perspective in which the formerly positive is perceived as negative with few or zero intermediary stages. I don't understand it either. **The Fundamentalists** is available here: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fundamentalists/id1346820645 Google P…

Following on from Part 1, we continue our recount of a recent Sunday service at Great Big AOG. We dive into the sermon and challenge the f*ck out of his claims and assertions and ask just how reliable are the supposed miracle stories that the pastor told. Judging by the amount of laughter, this two-parter is easily up there with our most fun episod…

Our special guest, astrophysicist Rachel Losacco, explains the intricacies of galaxies, modeling, and the computational methods that unveil their mysteries. She shares stories about how advanced computational resources enable scientists to decode galaxy interactions over millions of years with true-to-life accuracy. Sid and Andrew discuss transfera…

In this episode, we discuss how place plays a pretty large role in who you become, how you think, and what you believe. In fact, is that all there is to it? Do we even have the capacity for original thought? I know I personally don't, I just mean in a more abstract way. You get it. **The Fundamentalists** is available here: iTunes: https://podcasts…

****Transcript***** The Herodians were a sect of Jews back in the time Jesus was on the Earth. They were the world-lings whom were consumed and involved in the politics of the day. They supported Herod and were intertwined with the State. Unfortunately, I see this same thing happening today amongst Christians. They are getting involved in politics …

JC, Matt, and Nathan discuss the division in our country that comes from politics. It's Election Year and we are called to live in a way that extends grace and displays the love of Christ for our enemies without sacrificing the truth. Join us for an honest look at the difficulty of navigating the political conversation in 2024.…

It's been nearly 30 years since our last visit to Great Big AOG, and in this episode, we go back for a Sunday service. Join us as we recount the weird and bizarre antics and carry-on of these modern Pentecostals. We also introduce you to Brian's significant other, Michelle, as she joined us on our expedition back into the world of church. You'll la…

Can your AI models survive a big disaster? While a recent major IT incident with CrowdStrike wasn't AI related, the magnitude and reaction reminded us that no system no matter how proven is immune to failure. AI modeling systems are no different. Neglecting the best practices of building models can lead to unrecoverable failures. Discover how the t…

In this episode, we are joined by Tracey and Sharon from the podcast, Feet of Clay—Confessions of the Cult Sisters. We talk about the black and white thinking of fundamentalism and how to leave it behind and embrace 'the grays' and nuances that pervade most of what life throws our way. Links: Feet of Clay—Confessions of the Cult Sisters Tracey & Sh…

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In this wonderful classic presentation Dave Hunt warns of Witchcraft being within so called Christian Churches in the mainline Churches.Por Christopher Murphy

In this wonderful documentary from 2018 the voices of those who have been silenced about their journey out of the same sex and gender confusion lifestyles are finally able to be heard.Por Christopher Murphy

A wonderful presentation on the Truth of the Young Universe and Earth.Por Christopher Murphy

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Ken Ham's classic presentation on accepting the truth of Creationism as the Root of all other important cultural issues of the day.Por Christopher Murphy

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"Such_Were_Some_Of_You," explains the truth about transgenderism and homosexuality. Explaining how you can come to God and be freed by His Amazing Grace from these sexual and gender confusions.Por Christopher Murphy

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"Michelle_Cretella-_MD-_Gender_Dysphoria_in_Children-_Science-_Ethics_-_Controversy," explains the truth about all this gender confusion madness.Por Christopher Murphy

"Islam_What_The_West_Needs_To_Know," is a wonderful explanation of the dangers of Radical Islam and how the dangers come from their various Religious authorities and worldview.Por Christopher Murphy

Mark Sweetnam explains the 6 Biblical Covenants and why Biblical Dispensationalism is the ultimate end doctrine from using a proper literal-grammatical-historical hermeneutic.Por Christopher Murphy

Greek Expert Lee Brainard Refutes a Pre-Wrath Rapturism.Por Christopher Murphy

Exposing Extreme Calvinism with Andy Woods/Worldview Weekend.Por Christopher Murphy

Eternal Security is the Gospel - Dr. Ralph Yankee Arnold defends the Biblical Gospel and Doctrine of Eternal Security.Por Christopher Murphy

When you leave church and/or the faith, what do you do about those who choose to stay? How do you navigate, maintain or even grieve those you leave behind? Troy and Brian share their own stories and give some advice on this very tricky part of deconstructing. We'll be back with new episodes later in 2025! --- Want more? Check out our exclusive Patr…

Join us as we chat with Patrick Hall, Principal Scientist at Hallresearch.ai and Assistant Professor at George Washington University. He shares his insights on the current state of AI, its limitations, and the potential risks associated with it. The conversation also touched on the importance of responsible AI, the role of the National Institute of…

Dr. Suzanne Humphries speaks on her findings on Vaccines.Por Christopher Murphy