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Preacher Boys Podcast

Eric Skwarczynski
Independent Fundamental Baptist Movement
Abuse
Religious Trauma
Caleb Cowan
Child Abuse
Cowan and Co.
PTSD
Legal System Challenges
Trauma Recovery
Purity Culture
Trauma
Let Us Prey
Documentary Filmmaking
Emotional Trauma
Abuse In Religious Communities
Family Dynamics In Abuse
Forgiveness
Independent Fundamental Baptist Churches
Bethel Independent Baptist Church
Grooming

An ex-fundamentalist sheds light on the dark side of the church… from the pulpit to the pews.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes414Founded6 years ago
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DocumentaryTrue CrimeSociety & Culture

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Recent Guests

Angela Denker
Award-winning author, ELCA Lutheran pastor, and veteran journalist
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Brilliant psychotherapist and author of 'PsychoBabble'
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Marissa Franks Burt
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Co-author of The Myth of Good Christian Parenting
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Amy Nordhues
Advocate and author of 'Prayed Upon', a book detailing her experience of being groomed and abused by a therapist.
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Episode: New Documentary EXPOSES the Dark Side of Psychotherapy
Jennifer Kramer
Producer and co-advocate for the documentary series 'Hashtag Therapy 2', with personal experience of therapy abuse.
Episode: New Documentary EXPOSES the Dark Side of Psychotherapy
Daniella Mestyanek Young
A former member of the Children of God cult, military intelligence officer, and author.
Episode: Does America Have a Cult Problem? | Daniella Mestyanek Young
Kevin M. Sullivan
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Author, The Bundy Murders
Episode: Serial Killer Ted Bundy Chose James Dobson to Conduct His Final Interview... Hours Before Execution
Monte Mader
A writer, podcaster, and musician who challenges extremism in American Christianity
Episode: Monte Mader on Christian Nationalism, Project 2025, and the Radicalization of Young Men

Host

Eric Skwarczynski
Host of the Preacher Boys Podcast, known for his insightful discussions on the dark aspects of fundamentalist Christianity and spiritual abuse.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 914 ratings
  • Moving away from his mission

    There must not be much abuse happening in IFB churches now, because Eric is moving into politics. I agree with others who have said to start a different podcast for that. I still attend an IFB church and listen to find out what to look for in my church, but this podcast is delving into areas that don’t seem to deal with abuse. Starting to lose me as a listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    songman3
    United States2 months ago
  • Yes!!

    Eric! You are doing a great job!!! How can you possibly not have political things in a podcast about “Christian’s” using politics to control people??? Keep up the great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coachlaurie
    United States2 months ago
  • Very true

    I was raised in an IFB church and went to an IFB college for one year and these stories are all too common.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mystic TMark
    United States8 months ago
  • Ep 346

    Episode 346 was excellent and heartbreaking, and could have been a great moment to additionally talk about how the church does nothing about mental illness. Obviously her husband was (is?) in a years-long mental health crisis which escalated into severe delusions, paranoia, erratic behavior, and horrible violence. And all the church did about it, was to fire him for bad theology. What a terrible disservice. It's just so sad the lack of basic knowledge that people growing up in church recieve. Mi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grandma Melby
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Podcast

    I appreciate Eric’s work on exposing abuse in the IFB.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    10SPiceY
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Many find the podcast to be a valuable resource for understanding the impact of fundamentalism on mental health and personal well-being.
The host is praised for the thoroughness in exploring complex issues related to faith and personal experience.
Some feedback suggests a desire for a return to personal storytelling rather than political discussions, although the political context is seen as relevant by some.
Listeners commend the show for its compassionate approach to discussing sensitive topics of abuse and trauma.

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#129
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Talking Points

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Psychobabble: The Epidemic of Mental Health Misinformation | Joe Nucci
Q: What are some things that are like really sacred to people that you may be kind of, they feel like you trampled on or an idea that they thought they knew something about?
I've seen some reviews in my chapters where I talk about individual agency versus systemic change.
Serial Killer Ted Bundy Chose James Dobson to Conduct His Final Interview... Hours Before Execution
Q: What do you think Dobson's motive was in doing the interview?
Dobson likely sought to promote his views on morality and the dangers of pornography through the interview.
Serial Killer Ted Bundy Chose James Dobson to Conduct His Final Interview... Hours Before Execution
Q: Was Bundy's conversion legit?
There's skepticism about Bundy's conversion, with many considering it a manipulation of Dobson's moral expectations.
Serial Killer Ted Bundy Chose James Dobson to Conduct His Final Interview... Hours Before Execution
Q: How did these two end up in a room together?
It was Bundy's final decision that he wanted to do it, with John Tanner likely facilitating that connection.
Amy Duggar | Shattering the Shiny Happy Facade
Q: What's the one little hidden gem somewhere in the book or a theme or a thought that you're like, if somebody picks up the book, if they get nothing else, I want them to find this thing?
There is peace that you can have no matter what is going on.

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