Best Emily Ginn Podcasts (2025)

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IVF This Podcast Episode 179: IVF and Cognitive Distortions 28:29

13h ago28:29

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Join me today as we unpack the most common cognitive distortions and how they show up in infertility and IVF—so you can spot them, soften them, and shift your inner narrative.

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Quantas Ginn, MBA, MS, LMFT-S, CST - Sex Therapy for Purity Culture Survivors 53:49

4d ago53:49

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Quantas Ginn, MBA, MS, LMFT-S, CST (he/him) - Sex Therapy for Purity Culture Survivors My guest today is Quantas Ginn. Quantas is a Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) professor teaching courses on Human Sexuality and MFT theories. His research interests include interracial relationships, perinatal parenting, and the intersection of religion and sexu…

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Dr. Kayden Vargas - From Conservative Christian to Nonbinary Psychologist 59:32

11d ago59:32

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Dr. Kayden Vargas (they/he) - From Conservative Christian to Nonbinary Psychologist TW: Brief references to CSA Dr. Kayden Vargas (they/he) is a trans nonbinary poet, parent, and psychologist located in the traditional homelands of the Yakama Nation. Their poetry revolves around themes of small-town living, bicultural/bilingual/biracial life, traum…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 178: IVF as a Pathway 9:41

15d ago9:41

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Have you ever wondered what good could come out of your infertility/ IVF Journey? Join me today as I explore IVF as a potential pathway to a more intentional life—if and when you're ready to see it that way.

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Glenda Jordan - Powerful Polyamory 1:13:30

20d ago1:13:30

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Glenda Jordan - Powerful Polyamory DIVORCED: Southern Baptist Christianity My guest today is a model, artist, and entertainer - and she will be speaking at the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture event in Seattle this May! Glenda Jordan lives in Las Vegas these days but grew up on a farm south of Nashville, Tennessee - where she was indo…

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Jeremy de Tolly - Liberate Your Voice 56:52

27d ago56:52

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Jeremy de Tolly - Liberate Your Voice My guest today is rock and roll musician, and heart-centered communication coach, Jeremy de Tolly. Jeremy works with those who have deeply shut-down voices, whose voices often became blocked starting in their childhoods. He understands the significance that parenting, school, and culture can have on our voices,…

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Lauren Elise Rogers - Sex Ed for You! 55:48

1M ago55:48

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Lauren Elise Rogers - Sex Ed for You! DIVORCED: Fundamentalist Christianity CW: Frank discussions of s3x Lauren Elise Rogers is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy & Relationship Coach. She is the founder of Sex Ed for You, where she provides clear, compassionate, and comprehensive guidance on intimacy, relationships, and …

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IVF This Podcast Episode 177: IVF & Doomscrolling 12:07

1M ago12:07

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Doomscrolling during IVF can feel like a desperate search for control, but often, it only fuels anxiety and self-doubt. Join me as I break down why we do it, how it shows up (even with positive content), and practical ways to break the cycle and reclaim your peace.

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Dr. Josie McSkimming - Gutsy Girls 1:00:11

1M ago1:00:11

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Dr. Josie McSkimming - Gutsy Girls DIVORCED: Christianity Today’s guest is Dr. Josie McSkimming, who joins us from Australia. She has previously been a guest on the Divorcing Religion Podcast and was also a speaker at CORT2023. Dr. McSkimming is a clinical social worker with more than 35 years experience – and personal experience with religious tra…

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Hip-Hop Artist, Seven J - Betrayed by Christianity 1:08:48

2M ago1:08:48

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Hip-Hop Artist Seven J - Betrayed by Christianity DIVORCED: Christianity TW: Discussion of suicidal ideation Raised in the heart of Jacksonville, FL, amidst the grit and hustle of the city's most notorious zip code, Seven J emerged as a powerhouse in the world of hip-hop. His music is a testament to his roots, blending raw, lyrical prowess with har…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 176: IVF & Emotional Muscle Memory 22:59

2M ago22:59

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Emotional muscle memory shapes how we react to infertility and IVF, often keeping us stuck in cycles of fear and disappointment. In this episode, we’ll explore how it works, why it happens, and how you can retrain your emotional reflexes to work for you instead of against you.

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Emily Hedrick - Resiliency in Tough Times 54:59

2M ago54:59

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Emily Hedrick - Resiliency in Tough Times DIVORCED: Mennonite Evangelicalism Emily Hedrick is a resilience coach specializing in religious trauma and compassion fatigue. A former Mennonite pastor, she holds an M.Div., is an ICF-accredited coach, and is a certified Forward-Facing (R) coach. In addition to being a former guest on the Divorcing Religi…

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Ann Russo, LCSW - Sexuality & Religious Trauma 56:45

2M ago56:45

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Ann Russo, LCSW - Sexuality & Religious Trauma DIVORCED: Fundamentalist Christianity My guest today is Licensed Clinical Social Worker ANN RUSSO. As the founder and director of AMR Therapy, Ann is a mental health advocate, educator, and thought leader specializing in addressing complex and often stigmatized topics such as religious trauma, sexual e…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 175: IVF & Sticky Note Thoughts 25:01

2M ago25:01

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Ever feel like certain thoughts just won’t leave you alone? Those little mental whispers—I’m not doing enough, what if this never happens?—stick like Post-it notes in your brain. In this episode, we’ll unpack why they’re so persistent and how to finally unstick them.

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Janice Formichella - Estranged 1:07:41

2M ago1:07:41

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Janice Formichella - Estranged DIVORCED: Mormonism TW: References to abuse Janice Formichella is a breakup coach and the host of the podcasts Sex and the Solo Girl and Breakups, Broken Hearts, and Moving On. She is passionate about helping people from all backgrounds to beat their breakup, overcome loneliness, and make the end of a relationship the…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 174: IVF THIS and Functional Freeze 23:52

3M ago23:52

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Feeling stuck or numb during IVF? Learn why functional freeze happens and how to break free with simple grounding techniques.

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Beth Granger - Leaving the Cult Was Only Half the Battle 1:03:45

3M ago1:03:45

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Beth Granger - Leaving the Cult Was Only Half the Battle DIVORCED: Anglican Cult Warning: This episode may be triggering for those who experienced abuse in childhood and adolescence. Beth Granger was the first staff-child born at Grenville Christian College, an elite private boarding school in Canada that was actually a cult - from which she did no…

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Marla Taviano - From Missionary to Heretic 52:51

3M ago52:51

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Marla Taviano - From Missionary to Heretic DIVORCED: Christian Fundamentalism Author Marla Taviano knows what it's like to lose it all. In this poignant and humorous conversation, she shares about her missionary husband's infidelity while in the field, the loss of her marriage, and relinquishing some cherished beliefs. She also discusses the power …

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Luis Cornejo - Born this way! 54:32

3M ago54:32

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Luis Cornejo - Born this way! DIVORCED: Chrisitan Fundamentalism My guest today is Luis Cornejo: A Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and the founder of Queer Magic Entertainment LLC. He also hosts the Queer Magic Podcast. A proud first-generation Guatemalan and Mexican American, Luis is passionate about empowering the L…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 173: IVF and Grief Burnout 37:09

3M ago37:09

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In this episode of IVF This, we explore grief burnout—the emotional exhaustion from repeated losses and the relentless stress of infertility. Learn how to recognize it, navigate it, and find ways to heal while continuing your IVF journey.

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Jamin Coller - Almost A Cult 59:59

3M ago59:59

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Jamin Coller - Almost A Cult TW: Mentions of suicidality My guest today is Jamin Coller – and if you got Rapture Anxiety after watching the 1970s Christian cult movie A Thief in the Night, you’ve already met Jamin’s dad! After th e movie, his dad started a fundamentalist church. A seminary graduate, pastor’s kid, and true believer, Jamin spent his …

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Annie Laurie Gaylor - Religion is Killing American Women 48:00

3M ago48:00

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Annie Laurie Gaylor - Religion is Killing American Women Annie Laurie Gaylor is co-founder and co-president of FFRF – the Freedom from Religion Foundation. In addition to being a long-time women's rights activist, Annie Laurie is an accomplished author. Her book, Woe to the Women: The Bible Tells Me So, was first pub…

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Malkie Schwartz - From Fundy to Freedom Fighter 46:30

4M ago46:30

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Malkie Schwartz - From Fundy to Freedom Fighter Divorced: Ultra-orthodox Judaism In her early 20s, Malkie Schwartz chose to leave her ultra-orthodox Jewish community. Within 3 years, she founded Footsteps, the first organization in North America to help people who wish to leave the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community and live in mainstream society. Foo…

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Carol Merchasin - Suing Predatory Spiritual Leaders 56:43

4M ago56:43

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Carol Merchasin - Suing Predatory Spiritual Leaders Carol Merchasin is an attorney who leads a practice group litigating sexual misconduct in religious, faith-based and spiritual communities at McAllister Olivarius. She is an experienced investigator who has conducted dozens of workplace investigations, including tho…

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Mandisa Thomas - WTF, USA?! 52:40

4M ago52:40

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Mandisa Thomas - WTF, USA?! My guest today is activist and speaker Mandisa Thomas. Although never formally indoctrinated into belief, Mandisa was heavily exposed to Christianity, Black Nationalism, and Islam. In 2011, Mandisa founded Black Nonbelievers, Inc., as a non-profit, secular organization. Its goals include e…

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Lonnie Mann - Gaytheist 59:07

4M ago59:07

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Lonnie Mann - Gaytheist Divorced: Orthodox Judaism Lonnie Mann grew up Orthodox Jewish in New York. It's a strict, difficult lifestyle for anyone; but Lonnie found additional challenges growing up as he realized he was gay, and struggled to reconcile his faith and sexuality. Ultimately, Lonnie managed to leave the community. Eventually, he wrote a …

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Dr. Marlene Winell - Christianity Run Amok 59:08

5M ago59:08

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Dr. Marlene Winell - Christianity Run Amok DIVORCED: Christianity Dr. Marlene Winell is a licensed psychologist, educator, and writer. Her background includes 30 years of experience in human services, in both community and academic settings. She holds a doctorate in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylva…

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Yasmine Mohammed - Fighting Religious Tyranny 53:10

5M ago53:10

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Yasmine Mohammed - Fighting Religious Tyranny DIVORCED: Islam CW: Violence and SA briefly mentioned I am honored today to speak today with human rights activist Yasmine Mohammed, who is founder and president of Free Hearts Free Minds, and the author of the book Unveiled: How the West Empowers Radical Muslims. From el…

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Alice Greczyn 54:35

5M ago54:35

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Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Alice Greczyn WELCOME to Strong Women in Secular Spaces, a special Divorcing Religion podcast series highlighting women's courage, creativity, resilience, and strength. Alice Greczyn is an actress, author, and activist. Raised in a fundamentalist Christian home, Alice's book Wayward: A Memoir of Spiritual Warfare and…

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Ashlen Hilliard, MSc - Cult Intervention Specialist 1:00:46

5M ago1:00:46

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Ashlen Hilliard, MSc - Cult Intervention Specialist DIVORCED: Church of Christ TW: Cults, trafficking, and one mention of SA Ashlen Hilliard (she/her), MSc, is a Cult Intervention Specialist and the founder of People Leave Cults. She has been featured on NewsNation, HuffPost, BET+, and more. As a Cult Intervention Specialist, Ashlen collaborates wi…

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Jason Pollick - Confessions of a Former Priest 1:00:59

6M ago1:00:59

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Jason Pollick - Confessions of a Former Priest Divorced: Christianity Jason was an atheist as a teenager, so he was as surprised as anyone when he had a spiritual experience that told him to become a priest. He tried to avoid this call, but eventually became an Anglican priest, a vocation he lived for 12 years. After being diagnosed with PTSD in 20…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 172: IVF and Holiday Triggers 27:45

6M ago27:45

27:45

Join me today as I discuss how to navigate potential holiday triggers.

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David Fitzgerald - Jesus Isn’t Real 59:39

6M ago59:39

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David Fitzgerald - Jesus Isn’t Real Divorced: Southern Baptist Christianity Author David Fitzgerald is an award-winning writer, historical researcher, and atheist activist who lectures internationally at universities and secular events, and is a frequent guest on many podcasts. David has been a passionate advocate for atheism, civil rights, counter…

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Eric Skwarczynski - Preacher Boys: Exposing the IFB 57:17

6M ago57:17

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Eric Skwarczynski - Preacher Boys: Exposing the IFB DIVORCED: Independent Fundamental Baptist, Christianity CW: Child abuse Eric Skwarczynski is an ex-fundamentalist on a mission to shed light on the darker sides of high-control religious environments. As the host of the Preacher Boys podcast, he interviews survivors, experts, and authors on topics…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 171: IVF and Self-Gaslighting 34:24

6M ago34:24

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Join me today as I tackle the topic of self-gaslighting. I’m going to cover what it is, why we do it, and how you can break the cycle to help support yourself through IVF.

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Richard A. Kiers - Christian Cult Survivor 56:12

6M ago56:12

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Richard A. Kiers - Christian Cult Survivor Divorced: Fundamentalist Christianity CW: Brief mention of CSA and suicidality My guest today is author and cult survivor Richard A. Kiers. Richard was born in Canada to Dutch parents. When he was 10, Richard’s parents joined a Group called "The Move" and relocated their family to a commune in British Colu…

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Phil Zuckerman - Exploring Secularism 56:03

6M ago56:03

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Phil Zuckerman - Exploring Secularism Phil Zuckerman is a sociology and secular studies professor at Pitzer College in Claremont, California. Phil founded the first Secular Studies department in the United States in 2011. Secular Studies is an interdisciplinary program focusing on manifestations of the secular in societies and cultures, past and pr…

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Elayna Love - From Sex Toxic to Sex Positive 51:18

7M ago51:18

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Elayna Love - From Sex Toxic to Sex Positive DIVORCED: Mormonism CW: DV, Sexuality Elayna Love left a sex-toxic environment for a sex positive one. She is an ex-Mormon turned stripper, phone sex operator, and OnlyFans creator. Elayna coaches her clients on releasing religious shame, uncovering their desires, and understanding boundaries and consent…

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Sacha Mardou - Healing after the JWs 57:20

7M ago57:20

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Sacha Mardou - Healing after the JWs DIVORCED: Jehovah's Witnesses Sacha Mardou is a British cartoonist and long-form graphic novelist who makes a home in St Louis, Missouri with her husband and teenage daughter. She began making comics after getting her BA in English Literature from the University of Wales in 1998. Working in both fiction and auto…

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Betsy Nuismer - Relationships 52:56

7M ago52:56

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Betsy Nuismer - Relationships DIVORCED: Christian fundamentalism BETSY NUISMER - MA, LPC, Certified EFT Therapist, attained her Masters degree in 2014 and became a marriage therapy specialist. She and her husband, Scott, own a private practice called Hope Heals Counseling. They also run a nonprofit called West Michigan Marriage Center. Together, th…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 170: IVF and You 25:26

7M ago25:26

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Join me today as we explore how to stop waiting for happiness and recognize the power you already have.

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Lia Dugal - Calvary Chapel Survivor 55:25

7M ago55:25

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Lia Dugal - Calvary Chapel Survivor Divorced: Fundamentalist Christianity CW: Suicidality, abuse. My guest today is actress and entrepreneur Lia Dugal. Lia’s experiences with religious trauma occurred while she attended Calvary Chapel in the USA. In her continued efforts to help unwind the effects of trauma, she has created a short film called “I A…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 169: IVF and Perception vs Perspective 35:52

7M ago35:52

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Join me today as I explain and explore the similarities and differences of perspective vs perception and how one can help you feel more grounded during IVF.

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Mick Larson - WWJD on Election Day 58:00

8M ago58:00

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Mick Larson - WWJD on Election Day Divorced: Christianity CW: Politics, reproductive rights Mick Larson is a documentary film producer and director. His work is focused on social justice, politics, religion & evolutionary psychology. Today we discuss three of Mick’s documentaries: What Would Jesus Do On Election Day?" The series is currently availa…

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Andreya Jones - From MK to Sex Therapist 55:21

8M ago55:21

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Andreya Jones, Ph.D., LCSW, CST - From MK to Sex Therapist Divorced: Fundamentalist Christianity CW: CSA, sexuality, and Purity Culture Andreya grew up in a conservative, evangelical community and was an MK in Papua New Guinea and Senegal, West Africa. Andreya has a doctorate in clinical sexology, is a licensed clinical social worker, and is an AAS…

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Healthy Smiles Funder Panel 1:10:56

8M ago1:10:56

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Unfunded List presents a panel focused on grant making for oral health. Today's panelists are experienced philanthropists and they are here to help us prepare for Unfunded List's partnership with Dental Trade Alliance Foundation. Read about the partnership: https://dentaltradealliance.org/news/672304/Empowering-Grant-Applicants-in-the-Oral-Health-S…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 168: IVF and doing nothing 30:40

8M ago30:40

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Join me today as I discuss the book “Do Nothing” by Celeste Headley. I enjoyed this book and share with you the items that resonated for me and the way I paralleled Headley’s work and IVF and infertility.

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Amie Myrick - Media & Self-care 55:18

8M ago55:18

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Amie Myrick - Media & Self-care Divorced: Organized religion TW: References to sexual abuse by religious and institutional authorities Amie Myrick is a Maryland licensed clinical professional counselor. She graduated with her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She is the owner of New Phase Counseling and Consulting, LLC, a…

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Trisha Wilkerson - Religion & Diet Culture 55:45

8M ago55:45

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Trisha Wilkerson - Religion & Diet Culture DIVORCED: Mars Hill Evangelicalism As a certified Health and Nutrition Coach and published author, Trisha is dedicated to assisting individuals in improving their connections with food, their bodies, and themselves. By fostering compassionate curiosity and advocating an anti-diet philosophy, she creates a …

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IVF This Podcast Episode 167: IVF and Openness 23:24

8M ago23:24

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IVF This Podcast Episode 167: IVF and Openness

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