114 episodes
Surviving Paradise Surviving Paradise
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- Religion & Spirituality
We can give you 144,000 reasons why overlapping generations aren't a thing. Each week features a look at subjects, experiences and observations from the world of Jehovah's Witnesses, all through the eyes of a former elder who was raised as a JW in the 70's & 80's. Lots of laughs and even some tears. Beards allowed, leave your head coverings at the door. Bring a cheese danish.
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Angels: The Invisible Superheroes of the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses
Move over Ironman, Deadpool and Storm... Jehovah's Witnesses have the REAL superheroes. The 2024 convention season is here... and the real, invisible superheroes hovering above each book cart are back in the spotlight! We look at the long history of the winged, white males that helped Noah gather two kangaroos and guided that new unbaptized publisher in placing their first Watchtower magazine! TWITTER: @exjwpodcastINSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast
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The Dysfunctional World of Sex Inside Jehovah's Witnesses
The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses invite themselves into your bedroom by instructing grown, consenting adults how they can touch each other. Their teachings on sex range from hilarious, to soul crushing, by claiming an ancient book filled with sexual depravity should be our guide when our clothes come off. Touching yourself is off limits, even demonized. Listen in as we look at their love for missionary... not the kind with the book carts.TWITTER: @exjwpodcastINSTAGRAM: survivingparad...
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The Governing Body & Stress: 'Refreshing' Counsel for Jehovah's Witnesses
Jesus Christ of the Bible invited people to seek him out for refreshment. What do we find when we examine the lifestyle of a Jehovah's Witness? Less stress? We take a look at the Governing Body's advice on managing stress... and how it impacts those inside Jesus' 'organization.' TWITTER: @exjwpodcastINSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast
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The Governing Body Asks Jehovah's Witnesses: "Is Telling the Truth Important?"
The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses are the most 'honest' men in all the universe, just ask them. This week they produced an article entitled "Is Truth Important Anymore?" Taking a brief look at their history, should they be commenting on 'truth?' What do we find when we examine the organization they call 'the Truth?'TWITTER: @exjwpodcastINSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast
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Blinded by the Light: Why Can't Jehovah's Witnesses See the Obvious?
Do you love someone trapped inside ‘the truth?’ With all the recent changes inside Jehovah’s Witnesses, many wonder why they can’t see the obvious: the ‘organization’ is a man-made cult. The answers are complex. We explore several reasons why good people can’t see what is being done to them… and how we can help. TWITTER: @exjwpodcastINSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast
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Governing Body Fantasy: Do Governments Fear Jehovah's Witnesses and Book Carts?
In a recent 'dramatic Bible reading,' on Jesus' website, the Governing Body is reminding world governments that Revelation is all about them... and that they're on notice! Despite 110 armed conflicts happening on earth today, world leaders are most concerned with nine guys in upstate New York, their book carts and their inauguration as kings. It's all in full color! TWITTER: @exjwpodcastINSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast