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Subscribe for weekly discussions with cult survivors, experts in religious trauma recovery, and other topics related to recovering from religious harms. This show is hosted by volunteers from Recovering From Religion, which is a non-profit organization that works to provide hope, healing, and support for people who have questions or doubts about their faith.
Whether you are an atheist, religious, or leaving a cult, we hope you will find this podcast helpful. We aren’t here to talk you out of or into faith. We just provide a safe place to examine beliefs. Episodes are adapted from RfRx events.
Whether you are an atheist, religious, or leaving a cult, we hope you will find this podcast helpful. We aren’t here to talk you out of or into faith. We just provide a safe place to examine beliefs. Episodes are adapted from RfRx events.
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This week on RfRx, join us for a conversation with Secular Rarity about how to build community, facilitate connections, and engage in meaningful dialogue with others in the secular community and beyond. Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, the doctor is in. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Ben about understanding medical misinformation, particularly the antivax movement, the dangers involved in this rhetoric, and how to recognize and challenge it when you encounter it. Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
In this episode of RfRx, we talk with Randall Martin, a former Old-Order Mennonite who found his way out of a strict, abusive religious community after secretly accessing the internet. Through online education and connection, he discovered freedom, self-acceptance, and a new purpose. Today, Randall supports others—especially LGBTQ+ individuals—who are navigating similar journeys. Hear how he went from silent suffering to advocacy, and what recovery and hope look like on the other side of religion.Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, we’re joined by Greg James, Executive Producer for the Atheist Community of Austin, to explore The Evolution of Atheist Activism. From ancient skepticism in pre-modern times to today's viral debates and social media campaigns, Greg will walk us through the shifting landscape of secular advocacy over the centuries, the tools being used today, and where the movement is headed. Join us for an empowering discussion about how secular voices have always found a way to rise and how they continue to adapt in an inter-connected world.Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week we’re celebrating Pride Month with RfRx host Kara Griffin and the RfRx Team! Kara will take us on a journey through their experience growing up as a non-binary person in a strict evangelical community characterized by black and white thinking. We'll dive into the social sciences to explore how gender and sexuality show up across diverse societies, and discuss the life-saving importance of creating safe, affirming spaces for the LGBTQ+ community. Together, we'll work on shifting the narrative from shame to pride and embrace the beauty of living authentically. Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Tourette Syndrome has been widely misunderstood throughout history and even today. During the Spanish Inquisition, individuals exhibiting Tourette-like behaviors were sometimes accused of being possessed by demons and tragically burned at the stake. In modern times, people may avoid seeking appropriate treatment because of psychiatric denial, hoping that prayer, positive thoughts, diet, or simply just growing out of it will improve the condition. Join Adrienne Hill as she talks about the sounds, movements and myths surrounding Tourette Syndrome. Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Judaism is one of the oldest extant religions, but due to a history of oppression and genocide, the most religious practitioners maintain an insular, almost secretive culture that the average person isn't privy to. Join us for a talk with poet and novelist Daniel Sokoloff, who was part of the ultra-orthodox Jewish communities of Brooklyn and Lakewood, and uses his own deconstruction to help others at Recovering from Religion.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, we chat with former Mormon Stephanie (Contraddiction) to explore her journey out of the LDS faith. We will discuss growing up in Mormonism and the deep psychological impact of purity culture and strict dress codes for women, as well as Stephanie's journey toward healing and reclaiming autonomy & identity. Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Were you taught shame about masturbation? Were you taught purity culture? Did your church say looking at porn would make you a porn or sex addict? Were you diagnosed as a sex or porn addict? If so, who diagnosed you? Is it possible that mega church pastor, Mark Driscoll is gay? Does porn prevent you from finding your godly spouse? Are you cheating if you watch porn without your spouse?Guest Links:Sex and God - Dr. Darrel Ray - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12577772-sex-godJoin Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, David Teachout joins us to discuss reclaiming your life after leaving religion. Many questions come up after leaving authoritarianism in religion concerning how to think of yourself, relationships, and ethics. We’ll discuss how principles of humanism provide a path forward to celebrate your humanity rather than shame it.Guest Links:https://www.humanitysvalues.comwww.lifeweavings.comOnline class: https://life-weavings.thinkific.com/p...Ethics presentation:: https://vimeo.com/1081461750Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Just as dominant societal forces enforced heteronormative, patriarchal, puritanical, and overly simplistic values on human sexuality, the sexual diversity of animals has been largely ignored or misinterpreted by biologists. But the field of biology has now begun overcoming this bias, and now it studies and describes the sexual diversity in animals – something which is normal and natural and leads to robust populations more adaptable to changes in their environment. In his presentation, Nathan H. Lents will discuss these topics, and describe the myriad ways that animal bodies are sexed, the varieties of “genders” within sexes, and other forms of sexual diversity among animals.Guest Links:www.linktr.ee/nathanlentsJoin Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Bertha Vazquez is an educator and advocate for reason and science. Despite 13 years of Catholic schooling Bertha had a "reverse road to Damascus moment" in her early teens, questioning the sexism and contradictions in her faith. Science soon became her guiding principle. A retired middle school science teacher with 34 years in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Bertha now directs education at the Center for Inquiry, leading a nationwide network of teachers. Bertha will share her journey of deconversion and the power of science, reason, and critical thinking in shaping a meaningful worldview.Guest Links:https://tieseducation.org/What Teachers Want to Know About Teaching Climate Change - https://www.corwin.com/books/teaching-climate-change-289495?srsltid=AfmBOoq5bYXcbjeTfsBEkwsdXIHS1-RQKvWL33Vbd2vrx4YjEBsMMfx3Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, join us for a discussion with trans activist, reptile enthusiast, and Head of Production at The Line, Arden Hart. Arden will share her experiences as an atheist, skeptic, humanist, and defender of trans rights. We’ll discuss misrepresentations of the trans community and pushing back against transphobic rhetoric in secular spaces. Guest Links:Trans Atlantic Call In Show https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAr7zcbKMJh1BgBmDvCRRNkFxJ9cFwuFnhttps://www.youtube.com/@theArdenHart@theardenhart on socialsJoin Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Although many try to deny it, humans belong to a group of animals called apes. As apes, we are simultaneously curious, cruel, and compassionate creatures. But how did we come to be the way that we are? This week on RfRx, fourth year doctoral student in Biological Anthropology Erika (Gutsick Gibbon on YouTube) walks us through the evolutionary history of humans, and draws some surprising connections to the other apes we share the world with. ......Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrx..https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligion ......https://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligion ......https://instagram.com/rfrorg ......https://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligion ......https://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.org ......https://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, join us for a discussion about life after purity culture with Registered Professional Counsellor & Religious Trauma Recovery Coach Janice Selbie. Janice will also share details about the upcoming Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture Conference (featuring Dr. Darrel Ray). With the rise of Christian Supremacy in the USA and the implementation of Project 2025, this conversation is needed more than ever! Let's talk about busting free from sexual repression and supporting others to do the same.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, join us for a conversation with educator, philosopher, and author Nicholas Lamar Soutter on the importance of education. We'll explore the power dynamics behind education and knowledge. What counts as legitimate knowledge - and who gets to decide? Come for the conversation, stay for the hangout after the show.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
When studying cultural anthropology, one is generally taught to treat every belief system with respect and to keep one's opinions to themselves. Speaking up on the ideas of skepticism is usually frowned upon. Malorie Mackey used to feel strongly that all beliefs should be respected, as she came from an anthropological background. However, after living in the world of skepticism for some time, she has concluded that some belief systems are harmful. When do they become harmful? And when do you step in once they do? Join us for this analysis of when beliefs become destructive and how this sensitive topic should be approached. And plan on staying for the post-show hangout.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
In this special Women's History Month episode of RfRx, we hear from a group of inspirational women sharing their personal journeys of leaving religion. They discuss how patriarchy shaped their experiences and the challenges they faced in breaking free from its influence. Their stories highlight the strength and resilience involved in resisting and rejecting patriarchal systems.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
The definition and nature of biological sex in humans should be a straightforward scientific question, so why is the topic so controversial even among skeptics and science communicators? This week on RfRx, Dr. Steven Novella will tackle this subject. Novella is an Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology, host of The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe podcast, author of three books as well as the NeuroLogica blog, and founding editor and regular contributor to the Science-Based Medicine blog.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, Neil The 604 Atheist joins us to discuss his journey away from his former beliefs and will make a case for the importance of human rights over human beliefs. Neil is a Canadian, humanist, and atheist who hosts a show featuring deconversion stories on YouTube. Join us for the talk and stay for the hangout after the show.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
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