The Misfit Amish

The Misfit Amish

”Amish children and adults will have resources and education to combat crimes in their communities. We bridge the gaps between English and Amish culture”

  1. MAR 7

    Inside the Misfit Amish: Debunking Myths About Child Welfare

    Hosts Mary and Barbie dissect a Psychology Today article on working with Amish families, calling out misinformation and harmful recommendations related to child abuse, reporting, and cultural assumptions. The episode highlights cultural misunderstandings—about affection, assertiveness, gender roles, and community authority—while urging better cultural competence, survivor-centered practices, and respect for Amish people as individuals.

    56 min

  2. FEB 24

    Gossip with Barbie: Suddenly Amish

    In this episode, we will discuss the new reality TV show Suddenly Amish and our thoughts about it! Is it gossiping or sharing useful information? Join two non-practicing Amish people, Barbie and Mary for your bi-weekly gossip sessions. Let us demonstrate by example how to share gossip properly as we talk about our experiences with life in the community and in dominant culture America. Gossip, done the right way, is always done the Amish way! Produced by The Misfit Amish 2026 Art by MB  Funded by our Patreon Subscribers

    1 min

  3. JAN 13

    Coffee with Bri & Madison

    Join us for a conversation with Bri and Madison. Bri was adopted into an Amish Mennonite home as a child. Madison was raised Catholic. Madison and Bri met at the same Wilderness Way Camp!   Hosted by Mary Byler, Abe Troyer, Old Order Amish. Produced by The Misfit Amish 2025 Funded by our Patreon Subscribers Art by BJK and Mary Byler

    1h 1m

  4. 2025-12-25

    Gossip with Barbie and Mary 3

    In this episode, we chat about food, candy, the traditions we have developed around the holidays, and more. We lament the materialistic traditions around this Holiday season. Know that if you are struggling, despite the feeling of isolation, you are not alone.  Is it gossiping or sharing useful information? Join two non-practicing Amish people, Barbie and Mary for your bi-weekly gossip sessions. Let us demonstrate by example how to share gossip properly as we talk about our experiences with life in the community and in dominant culture America. Gossip, done the right way, is always done the Amish way! Produced by The Misfit Amish 2025 Funded by our Patreon Subscribers Art by MB

    38 min

  5. 2025-12-16

    Coffee with Friends: We're not Wrong, You Are!

    Join us for a conversation about the new book co-authored by Rosanna and Mary, in which we, as non-practicing plain women, share and contrast our lives! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G4G4M2W4   Hosted by Mary Byler, Abe Troyer, Old Order Amish. Produced by The Misfit Amish 2025 Funded by our Patreon Subscribers Art by BJK and Mary Byler

    46 min

  6. 2025-11-04

    Gossip with Barbie and Mary

    Is it gossiping or sharing useful information? Join two non-practicing Amish people, Barbie and Mary for your bi-weekly gossip sessions. Let us demonstrate by example how to share gossip properly as we talk about our experiences with life in the community and in dominant culture America. Gossip, done the right way, is always done the Amish way! Produced by The Misfit Amish 2025 Funded by our Patreon Subscribers Art by MB

    46 min

  7. 2025-10-20

    Gossip with Barbie and Mary

    Is it gossiping or sharing useful information? Join two non-practicing Amish people, Barbie and Mary for your bi-weekly gossip sessions. Let us demonstrate by example how to share gossip properly as we talk about our experiences with life in the community and in dominant culture America. Gossip, done the right way, is always done the Amish way!   Produced by The Misfit Amish 2025 Funded by our Patreon Subscribers Art by MB

    34 min

  8. 2025-10-13

    Coffee with Friends: Adoption and Plain Mennonites

    Join us for a conversation with Shelli and Love'Asia, who were both adopted and raised by Plain Mennonites. They share their perspective as non-white women raised in plain homes. Hosted by Mary Byler, Abe Troyer, Old Order Amish. Produced by The Misfit Amish 2025 Funded by our Patreon Subscribers Art by BJK and Mary Byler

    1h 7m
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”Amish children and adults will have resources and education to combat crimes in their communities. We bridge the gaps between English and Amish culture”

Information

  • Creator
    The Misfit Amish
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020-2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Misfit Amish

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