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Subscribe for weekly discussions with cult survivors, experts in religious trauma recovery, and other topics related to recovering from religious harms. This show is hosted by volunteers from Recovering From Religion, which is a non-profit organization that works to provide hope, healing, and support for people who have questions or doubts about their faith. Whether you are an atheist, religious, or leaving a cult, we hope you will find this podcast helpful. We aren’t here to talk you out of or into faith. We just provide a safe place to examine beliefs. Episodes are adapted from RfRx events.
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This week on RfRx, join us for an interactive conversation and Q&A with RfR volunteers who will discuss their experiences coming out as LGBTQ+ and as nonbelievers. We’ll talk about navigating difficult conversations, dealing with family and relationship challenges, and how to find support. Hosted by Kara Griffin, Online-Programming Director, and Rob Palmer, RfR AmbassadorRecorded on August 18, 2025Resource List:https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/resources#lgbtq-plushttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorgThe primary focus of Recovering from Religion (RfR) is to offer hope, healing, and support to those struggling with issues of doubt and non-belief. This transitional period is an ongoing process that can result in a range of emotions, as well as a ripple effect of consequences throughout an individual’s life. We are here to help each other through this journey. For RfRx comments, inquiries & topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org.Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial:(844) 368-2848 in the US & Canada+3 4505 2402 in Australia+20 3856 8791 in the UK+27 11 043 5323 in South AfricaPeer support is also available through local support groups. These groups offer monthly in-person meetings as a place to express doubts, fears, emotions & concerns about religion you wouldn't normally feel comfortable expressing in a religious community. Find your nearest support group at https://www.meetup.com/pro/recovering-from-religion/If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. RfR has an immense collection of well-curated resources available as you go through your journey, including resources for mental and physical crises, working with relationships, issues stemming from specific religions, coming out stories, and much more. Head to https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/resources for these helpful resources.Subscribe to theRfR Blog: https://medium.com/excommunications RfR Podcast: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/podcastRfR is a non-profit organization reliant upon both its volunteers and donations. Like what RfR does? Why not volunteer! There are quite a few options and we are always in need of volunteers. Head over to https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer for more info. Donations can be made at https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate
n this RfRx Talk, Kat McLeod will take you on a journey to discover the dangers of alternative remedies.Kat will reveal her own disturbing experience with herbal remedies, and reveal risks that may not be known by most consumers. Tune in to learn why some seemingly harmless practices can be extremely dangerous.Hosted by Kara Griffin, Online-Programming Director, and Rob Palmer, RfR AmbassadorRecorded on August 11, 2025Resource List:The Demon Haunted World - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/159731/the-demon-haunted-world-by-carl-sagan/Mind the Science - Saving Your Mental Health from the Wellness Industry - Dr. Jonathan Stea - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/727047/mind-the-science-by-jonathan-n-stea-phd/9781039008236www.consumerlabs.comwww.drugs.com/drug-interactions/RfRx-Food & Farming Disinformation, Risk Perception and Social Media Influence Featuring Kevin Folta - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2AVgliTx44A&list=PLvixpJ8E9Oxlj_s2Mo0G3_sqa5bl3dZZ6Guest Links:https://skepticalinquirer.org/authors/kat-mcleod/https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorgThe primary focus of Recovering from Religion (RfR) is to offer hope, healing, and support to those struggling with issues of doubt and non-belief. This transitional period is an ongoing process that can result in a range of emotions, as well as a ripple effect of consequences throughout an individual’s life. We are here to help each other through this journey. For RfRx comments, inquiries & topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org.Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial:(844) 368-2848 in the US & Canada+3 4505 2402 in Australia+20 3856 8791 in the UK+27 11 043 5323 in South AfricaPeer support is also available through local support groups. These groups offer monthly in-person meetings as a place to express doubts, fears, emotions & concerns about religion you wouldn't normally feel comfortable expressing in a religious community. Find your nearest support group at https://www.meetup.com/pro/recovering-from-religion/If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. RfR has an immense collection of well-curated resources available as you go through your journey, including resources for mental and physical crises, working with relationships, issues stemming from specific religions, coming out stories, and much more. Head to https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/resources for these helpful resources.Subscribe to theRfR Blog: https://medium.com/excommunications RfR Podcast: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/podcastRfR is a non-profit organization reliant upon both its volunteers and donations. Like what RfR does? Why not volunteer! There are quite a few options and we are always in need of volunteers. Head over to https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer for more info. Donations can be made at https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate
What happens when -- after years of reporting on your podcast about the psychics, alien-channelers, conspiracy theorists, and crystal healers at Los Angeles’s Conscious Life Expo -- you apply to give your own talk there on “Verified Super Human Powers”?Ross Blocher shares an inside look at the Expo’s selection process, and how his skeptical presentation went over with a mixed audience of supporters and believers.Hosted by Kara Griffin, Online-Programming Director, and Rob Palmer, RfR AmbassadorRecorded on August 4, 2025Resource List:RfRx - All Aboard Noah’s Ark - https://youtu.be/ecZ46MgHDew?si=4xjYqOXfW3vVcM-TRfRx - Infiltrates Scientology - https://youtu.be/N-2ycRC7k64?si=J_igH9jjwQgnaRkuGuest Links:http://rossblocher.comhttps://imsureitsalltrue.com/https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/reading-glasses/https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorgThe primary focus of Recovering from Religion (RfR) is to offer hope, healing, and support to those struggling with issues of doubt and non-belief. This transitional period is an ongoing process that can result in a range of emotions, as well as a ripple effect of consequences throughout an individual’s life. We are here to help each other through this journey. For RfRx comments, inquiries & topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org.Any time you are struggling with religious doubts or fears you can connect with a trained RfR Helpline agent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To chat online go to http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org. To talk over the phone, dial:(844) 368-2848 in the US & Canada+3 4505 2402 in Australia+20 3856 8791 in the UK+27 11 043 5323 in South AfricaPeer support is also available through local support groups. These groups offer monthly in-person meetings as a place to express doubts, fears, emotions & concerns about religion you wouldn't normally feel comfortable expressing in a religious community. Find your nearest support group at https://www.meetup.com/pro/recovering-from-religion/If you are in need of professional help, we can offer the Secular Therapy Project to provide options to connect with a professional therapist. All therapists have been thoroughly vetted by our organization and offer only evidence-based and non-religious treatment. Connect with them at http://www.seculartherapy.org. RfR has an immense collection of well-curated resources available as you go through your journey, including resources for mental and physical crises, working with relationships, issues stemming from specific religions, coming out stories, and much more. Head to https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/resources for these helpful resources.Subscribe to theRfR Blog: https://medium.com/excommunications RfR Podcast: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/podcastRfR is a non-profit organization reliant upon both its volunteers and donations. Like what RfR does? Why not volunteer! There are quite a few options and we are always in need of volunteers. Head over to https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/volunteer for more info. Donations can be made at https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/donate
This week on RfRx, join us for a conversation with Secular Rarity about how to build community, facilitate connections, and engage in meaningful dialogue with others in the secular community and beyond. Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, the doctor is in. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Ben about understanding medical misinformation, particularly the antivax movement, the dangers involved in this rhetoric, and how to recognize and challenge it when you encounter it. Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
In this episode of RfRx, we talk with Randall Martin, a former Old-Order Mennonite who found his way out of a strict, abusive religious community after secretly accessing the internet. Through online education and connection, he discovered freedom, self-acceptance, and a new purpose. Today, Randall supports others—especially LGBTQ+ individuals—who are navigating similar journeys. Hear how he went from silent suffering to advocacy, and what recovery and hope look like on the other side of religion.Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, we’re joined by Greg James, Executive Producer for the Atheist Community of Austin, to explore The Evolution of Atheist Activism. From ancient skepticism in pre-modern times to today's viral debates and social media campaigns, Greg will walk us through the shifting landscape of secular advocacy over the centuries, the tools being used today, and where the movement is headed. Join us for an empowering discussion about how secular voices have always found a way to rise and how they continue to adapt in an inter-connected world.Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week we’re celebrating Pride Month with RfRx host Kara Griffin and the RfRx Team! Kara will take us on a journey through their experience growing up as a non-binary person in a strict evangelical community characterized by black and white thinking. We'll dive into the social sciences to explore how gender and sexuality show up across diverse societies, and discuss the life-saving importance of creating safe, affirming spaces for the LGBTQ+ community. Together, we'll work on shifting the narrative from shame to pride and embrace the beauty of living authentically. Join Us Live Every Monday!recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxOur Socials:linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionfacebook.com/RecoveringfromReligioninstagram.com/rfrorgiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionbsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orglinkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Subscribe for weekly discussions with cult survivors, experts in religious trauma recovery, and other topics related to recovering from religious harms. This show is hosted by volunteers from Recovering From Religion, which is a non-profit organization that works to provide hope, healing, and support for people who have questions or doubts about their faith. Whether you are an atheist, religious, or leaving a cult, we hope you will find this podcast helpful. We aren’t here to talk you out of or into faith. We just provide a safe place to examine beliefs. Episodes are adapted from RfRx events.
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