Perverted Justice

Shielagh Clark
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Perverted Justice is a podcast dedicated to the relentless pursuit of truth and the power of radical honesty. Hosted by Shielagh Clark, this series peels back the layers of deception and corruption that have infiltrated even our most sacred institutions, eroding the very foundations of trust. Through a deeply personal narrative, you’ll journey into the heart of a church where abuse was hidden and justice perverted, exposing the devastating impact of dishonesty on both individuals and communities. This is not just a story—it’s a call to action for truth-telling and integrity in spite of personal cost

  1. A Quick Summary

    EPISODE 1

    A Quick Summary

    TRIGGER WARNING: sexual assault. In this conversation, Shielagh Clark shares her deeply personal journey of confronting her past abuse, navigating the complexities of her identity, and seeking justice against her abuser. She reflects on her experiences within the church, the impact of trauma on her life, and the challenges she faced during her legal battle. Through her story, she emphasizes the importance of truth-seeking, empowerment, and the need for accountability within religious institutions. NAMES CHEAT SHEET: https://bit.ly/pj-cheatsheet

    42 min
  2. The Way Out, Is In

    EPISODE 2

    The Way Out, Is In

    This conversation explores the journey of healing from abuse, the impact of church dynamics on victims, and the quest for justice and accountability. Shielagh Clark shares her personal experiences, the emotional toll of confronting her past, and the challenges faced in seeking support and navigating relationships. The discussion emphasizes the importance of truth in healing and the courage required to speak out against abuse. Time Frame Covered: Fall 2019 NAMES CHEAT SHEET: https://bit.ly/pj-cheatsheet

    43 min
  3. When Leaders are Liars

    EPISODE 3

    When Leaders are Liars

    TRIGGER WARNING: Rape, Sexual Abuse, Spiritual Abuse, Miscarriage   Beware unchecked power within the church!   In this episode of Perverted Justice, I reveal the dark underbelly of religious authority and the spiritual abuse that accompanies clergy sexual abuse. I lay out false claims made by pastors which damaged my reputation, and steps I took to have my abuser arrested.   Listen to the long-lasting damage caused by those who should have been trusted but instead betrayed their calling. Are you equipped to recognize a hard truth - even when it might shatter your perceptions?   Disclaimer: original call recording was 42 minutes of mostly silence. Long periods of silence are removed for the sake of timing here but no content is missing or reordered.    Time period covered: Winter 2019/2020 NAMES CHEAT SHEET: https://bit.ly/pj-cheatsheet

    45 min
  4. Apologies

    EPISODE 4

    Apologies

    TRIGGER WARNING: Sexual assault, rape  In this episode, Shielagh Clark offers insight into why accountability is key to building trust and restoring relationships.  We start by analyzing a resignation letter that is full of dishonesty and from there, we explore the elements of effective apologies, why it's so hard to admit our wrongdoings, and then detail missed opportunities. To download the cheat sheet for remembering who is who: CHEAT SHEET. To read the Greenville News article posted following Weaver's arrest: ARTICLE. Time period covered: Winter 2020

    35 min
  5. Misconception by Design

    EPISODE 5

    Misconception by Design

    In this pivotal episode of Perverted Justice, Shielagh Clark dives deeper into the complexities of civil litigation, sharing her personal journey through the legal system and its intersection with her fight for justice against Hyde Park Baptist Church. Shielagh begins with a detailed yet accessible breakdown of legal procedures, including the Child Victims Act (CVA) and the distinctions between civil and criminal law. From pleadings to discovery and beyond, listeners are guided through the mechanics of her case, offering clarity on the challenges survivors face when seeking justice. The episode then shifts to personal reflections on the filing of her complaint, the limitations imposed by the CVA, and the emotional toll of distilling lived trauma into legal documents. Shielagh candidly discusses the church's inadequate response and contrasts it with her hopes for truth, reconciliation, and institutional accountability. Lastly, Shielagh examines the broader implications of civil litigation, highlighting its potential to drive systemic change. With references to historical cases like the McDonald’s hot coffee lawsuit and the Boston Globe’s exposé of abuse in the Catholic Church, she underscores the critical role of survivors, journalists, and advocates in holding institutions accountable.   Resources Mentioned Books: Trauma and Recovery by Judith Herman Suffering and the Heart of God by Diane Langberg We Too: How the Church Can Respond Redemptively to the Sexual Abuse Crisis by Mary DeMuth The Wounded Heart by Dan Allender UnTwisting Scripture by Rebecca Davis Films: Spotlight (2015) – A film detailing the Boston Globe's investigation into the Catholic Church abuse scandal. Articles: https://bit.ly/MidHudsonCVA Complaint: https://bit.ly/cvacomplaint Cheat sheet: https://bit.ly/pj-cheatsheet Homework for Listeners Explore the McDonald’s hot coffee lawsuit for insights into the real story behind this misunderstood case. https://bit.ly/McDCoffeeSuit Reflect on the role of civil litigation in driving accountability within institutions. Call to Action If you’ve found this episode thought-provoking, please rate, review, and share Perverted Justice with your community. Together, we can advocate for radical honesty and systemic change.   Time Period Covered: Spring of 2020

    41 min
  6. What'd Murray Say?

    EPISODE 6

    What'd Murray Say?

    Hyde Park Baptist Church (Romans Road Bible Church) had a beautiful opportunity to right the past and be an example for the local community and neighboring churches - but instead of rising to the challenge, they crumbled.  In this episode, Shielagh lays out the steps the new pastor took to warp perceptions and sidestep his duty to care. Was it incompetence? A calculated strategy? Or something worse? When institutions protect themselves, who pays the price? And what happens when the truth refuses to stay buried? Books: A Church Called TOV by Scott McKnight and Laura Barringer https://www.churchcalledtov.org/ Tates Creek Presbyterian Church public statement: https://bit.ly/TatesCreek Youtube video of Murray's jokes: https://bit.ly/WMSJokes Time Period Covered: Summer 2020

    42 min
  7. The Power of the Bystander

    EPISODE 7

    The Power of the Bystander

    In this second installment of the three-part series on the initial responses to the lawsuit, Shielagh shifts the focus from leadership to the broader community’s reaction. From social media to the quiet, calculated silences, we examine how impression management played a key role these first few weeks. Despite living 800 miles away, Shielagh still felt the weight of the narratives being spun—some dismissing the lawsuit as irrelevant, others distorting her motives. In this episode, she shares how she sought to make sense of the chaos, from creating a Venn diagram to discovering the groundbreaking research of Wade Mullen, whose work on institutional crisis management helped her understand the church’s tactics. She confronts the "new church" argument head-on, asking: Can an institution erase its past simply by rebranding? And challenges the false peace that so many sought to maintain at the cost of truth and justice. Through personal reflections, documented conversations, and hard-earned insights, Shielagh explores why telling the truth remains the ultimate disruption—and why it’s so often met with resistance. Venn Diagram: https://bit.ly/VennD-Responses Books: Something's Not Right by Wade Mullen Trauma and Recovery by Judith Herman The Lord is my Courage by K.J. Ramsey Cheat Sheet: https://bit.ly/pj-cheatsheet Time Period Covered: Summer 2020

    34 min

  8. EPISODE 8 · VIDEO

    Nargi's Silence

    To close the three-part series on reactions to the filing of the lawsuit, we examine the role of Peter Nargi, the youth pastor at Hyde Park Baptist Church, and his failure to report what he witnessed. As a leader responsible for the safety and spiritual guidance of the church’s youth, Nargi saw the warning signs—he witnessed Weaver alone with Shielagh in situations that should have raised alarm. And yet, he said nothing. Why did he choose silence over action? Was it fear? We’ll explore how his inaction contributed to the perversion of justice and the culture of complicity that allowed abuse to persist unchecked. Using firsthand accounts, documents, and radical truth-telling, we expose how silence isn’t just passive—it’s enabling. And we ask the critical question: when a leader fails to protect those in their care, does the system share the blame? Tune in as we continue to unravel the truth behind Hyde Park Baptist Church’s failures—and the people who let them happen. **Peter Nargi denies having suspicions to warrant investigation or report Cheat Sheet: https://bit.ly/pj-cheatsheet

    50 min
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Perverted Justice is a podcast dedicated to the relentless pursuit of truth and the power of radical honesty. Hosted by Shielagh Clark, this series peels back the layers of deception and corruption that have infiltrated even our most sacred institutions, eroding the very foundations of trust. Through a deeply personal narrative, you’ll journey into the heart of a church where abuse was hidden and justice perverted, exposing the devastating impact of dishonesty on both individuals and communities. This is not just a story—it’s a call to action for truth-telling and integrity in spite of personal cost

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  • Creator
    Shielagh Clark
  • Episodes
    21
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
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