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In this bonus episode, John explains the Israel-Hamas bloodshed and its ties to religious allegiance, especially as it relates to Christianity in the United States. John explores the history of "holy wars," narcissism, and the disturbing dehumanization of war. Gain insights into how religious allegiance often serves as a catalyst for conflicts and limits the possibilities of peaceful resolution.


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A Special Free Episode

In this special free episode of Parsing Propaganda, John explores the internalized misogyny, plagiarism, and misinformation purported by Lori Alexander of The Transformed Wife. He reviews and critiques three of her Tiktoks: "The Curse of Emotional Needs," "The Reason Women Began Attending College," and "Living a Cult?"

This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about the dangers of propaganda and how to spot it in the wild. It's also a must-listen for anyone who has been negatively impacted by the teachings of Lori Alexander or other harmful religious leaders.

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Netflix's docuseries "How To Become A Cult Leader" explores the psychology of cult leaders and presents a "How To" playbook for becoming one. The series uses a unique narrative device, employing sarcasm and humor to make the topic more accessible. I argue that the series remains superficial and incomplete. In this critical review, I discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the series, and I interview Radhia Gleis, a friend of the show and a former member of a cult, who was featured in the series.



You can learn more about Radhia and Buy her Book Here: https://radhiagleis.com/books/


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In this bonus episode of "The Cult of Christianity," host John explores the history of the Supreme Court and how it has become increasingly influenced by Christian ideology. He discusses the individual corruption of each judge, as well as the ways in which the religious right has infiltrated the court and influenced recent decisions.






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Join John in this bonus response episode as he reflects on the culturally relevant docuseries "Shiny Happy People." Discover why the series, centered around the Duggar family, has garnered global attention as we explore its effective explanations of the problematic Institute in Basic Life Principles (IBLP). Uncover the accuracy, integrity, and where things could have been improved in the documentary. Don't miss this thought-provoking and engaging exploration of the docuseries' significance in explaining the cult of Christianity.


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Hi there, friend! It's time for the season three finale of the podcast, and it's a 3hr sloppy and entertaining mess.

First, Chris, Lilly, and John take a trip down memory lane, recapping, thanking, and praising the guests from this past season. The Cult of Christianity had some high-caliber and insightful friends this year and it's wonderful to reminisce. All of this is before talking nonsense, showing kitties, and playing some outtakes.

But that's not all - the gang also plays a fun (for John) and competitive game of "Guess these Dungeons & Dragons Bible Characters." Indulge John's nerdiness.

Next, the squad takes a stab at an exvangelical round of "Would you rather?" They hit some hot takes HARD, and realize every decision John makes is just for content.

And finally, a lot of dramatic reading of some of the hilarious, befuddling, and zealous hate comments received from the cultists. Concluding with John's best attempt to make Lilly and Chris cringe to death.

Thanks to you amazing listeners for another great season. Your support means a lot, and The Cult of Christianity wouldn't exist without you. This episode is a lighthearted and fun adventure, filled with plenty of laughs, drinks, and John's attempts to make Chris and Lilly crawl into a hole. So sit back, relax, pour a drink, and buckle up for the finale of another fantastic season!



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