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| Monica Velin Rodriguez - Mother Abducted by her Jehovah's Witness Family | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:51:38 | |
In this powerful episode, we sit down with a 4th-generation former Jehovah's Witness who shares her deeply personal journey of faith, family, and awakening. From pioneering with her husband across multiple language congregations and dreaming of Gilead, to witnessing the heartbreaking realities of shunning and child abuse within the organization, she opens up about the emotional toll of living a life dedicated to the faith. | |||
| Freedom of Speech: Voices Rise Against the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses | 20 Apr 2024 | 01:29:57 | |
Welcome to a powerful session of truth-telling and empowerment. In this video, we dive deep into the experiences of those who have dared to challenge the authority of the Governing Body. Through candid discussions, we uncover the personal and collective journeys of bravery that inspire and ignite change. | |||
| From Faith to Freedom: Meet Phylice, She's Totally Awake | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:42:48 | |
Join us in this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of the Critical Thought Podcast, as we sit down with Phylice (https://www.youtube.com/@totallyawakeexjw), who courageously shares her journey 'From Faith to Freedom.' Phylice takes us through her awakening from the Jehovah's Witnesses, a journey fraught with personal challenges, probing questions, and intimate revelations. | |||
| Watchtower Can Run…But, Can they Hide from Legal Liability? | 02 Dec 2020 | 00:12:20 | |
In the early 2000’s, the Watchtower formed seven new corporations. This included removing the Governing Body from serving as corporate officers or directors in any of these new corporations. In fact, all Governing Body members are stepping aside from their positions and distancing themselves from all the Watchtower corporate entities such as President, Vice President, […] | |||
| Jehovah’s Witness Letter Writing Campaign – Security Risk? | 24 Nov 2020 | 00:10:47 | |
The global letter-writing campaign organized by the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society, Inc., is risky. Because asking Jehovah's Witnesses to share personally identifiable information with strangers is quite dangerous. In the world of technology, a quick Google search can have an individual at your doorstep in no time. Therefore, Jehovah's Witnesses should be mindful of using their personal information when sending out letters or other Watchtower correspondence. | |||
| The Top 3 Ways the Governing Body Misleads Jehovah’s Witnesses | 26 Oct 2020 | 00:15:55 | |
In this video, we encourage you to meditate and think critically about what you have been convinced to believe as Jehovah’s Witnesses. When you think about it, did God really choose Anthony Morris, Stephen Lett and their colleagues as his earthly channel? Should they be responsible for making decisions on your behalf as to whether […] | |||
| Viewer Feedback – 45 Years of Watchtower Obedience: Topic – Jesus is Not Your Mediator | 17 Oct 2020 | 00:13:00 | |
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| The Awakening of a Jehovah’s Witness | 09 Oct 2020 | 00:03:12 | |
| Discussion: The Faithful & Discreet Frauds | 23 Sep 2020 | 00:27:35 | |
This podcast takes a look at perhaps two of the most crucial teachings that we found during our journey out of the Jehovah’s Witness religion. It pertains to the validity of the faithful and discreet slave and the concept of new light. | |||
| Discussion: Jehovah’s Witnesses and The Consequences of Membership | 18 Sep 2020 | 00:21:47 | |
| Jehovah’s Witness Leadership: Arrogant or Ignorant? | 10 Sep 2020 | 00:16:31 | |
For 140 years, the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society has been publishing tons of literature shedding life on world events based on their own interpretation of scripture. When things don’t turn out as they have predicted, they quickly holler “new light” and move on without thinking about the consequences of their actions and how their […] | |||
| Discussion: JW.ORG – Freedom to vote? | 31 Aug 2020 | 00:23:04 | |
Every Jehovah’s Witness does not have to ask if voting is an option because they have been trained about their role in paying homage to world governments and politics. Even children are discouraged from getting involved in student council elections during school. However, when you do your research on JW.org, most individuals will discover that […] | |||
| Discussion: Lawsuits, Lies & You! | 23 Aug 2020 | 00:12:03 | |
In this podcast, JT and Daniel team up to explain the concept of Theocratic Warfare. It is a technique that Jehovah’s Witnesses use when dealing with world leaders and governments around the world. Jehovah’s Witnesses are indoctrinated to believe that they are in theocratic warfare against the world. That Watchtower encourages them to adopt strategies […] | |||
| Meet Daria! Your Best Free Therapy Session After Leaving the Jehovah's Witnesses | 26 Aug 2023 | 01:28:51 | |
👋 Welcome to another eye-opening episode that you simply can't afford to miss. Today, we have a special guest who embodies the spirit of resilience and healing—meet Daria. | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses & Convention Truths | 08 Aug 2020 | 00:25:47 | |
If Jehovah’s Witnesses were allowed to have group discussions about how they really feel about conventions, what would they talk about? If they could express their true feelings about what they are not receiving or someone is able to bring up points of interest that make others think about the information they are receiving from […] | |||
| Our Experience at Jehovah’s Witness Conventions | 27 Jul 2020 | 00:42:38 | |
In this video, JT & Lady Cee discuss their past history attending Jehovah’s Witness conventions. They discuss their experience working in the chairmans office and how different it is from sitting with the general population at the convention. Lady Cee calls JT out on certain elder practices during the time they went to different congregations […] | |||
| Interview with Linda + 5 Tips to Keep Kids Safe from Predators | 24 Jun 2020 | 00:27:39 | |
| Millennials Making Wise Choices | 16 Jun 2020 | 00:45:09 | |
Thomas grew up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses – walking the walk, talking the talk, and making all of his decisions based on the Watchtower script. He comes from a prominent Jehovah’s Witness family spanning three generations. Prior to his birth, his mom began charting her own course of independence choosing to enroll in college […] | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses, Social Distancing & Zoom | 28 May 2020 | 00:14:34 | |
Throughout the years, the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society has never disappointed Jehovah’s Witnesses in applying pressure to perform in the door-to-door preaching. Do more is their admonition if you want to gain everlasting life. Do more, without letup, making known God’s name and preaching the good news of the kingdom under any type […] | |||
| I Faded, Waiting on Jehovah! | 22 May 2020 | 00:45:58 | |
In this podcast, Linda discusses her awakening to the realization that she spent her entire life waiting on false expectations as promised by the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society. She explains how she knew that something was wrong for many years. However, when bad things were taking place at her congregation, the local Kingdom Hall […] | |||
| Should I go back to the Kingdom Hall? | 19 May 2020 | 00:11:55 | |
If you are a former Jehovah’s Witness trying to make sense of what is happening in the world, you may have that nagging question in the back of your mind, “Should I go back to the Kingdom Hall?” Namely, because you were taught that this is the only place you can gain salvation. The Watchtower […] | |||
| Everything You Need to Know about Jehovah’s Witnesses & Relationships | 08 May 2020 | 01:15:58 | |
Stephen’s Story: In this podcast, Stephen provides an insiders view on what it’s like being married to a Jehovah’s Witness. He not only became well versed in the religion, but can provide an in-depth review on what you can expect. While every relationship may not be the same, there are a lot of similarities […] | |||
| Life at Bethel – Where did that Article Come From? | 26 Apr 2020 | 00:16:44 | |
As we continue in our series of Life at Bethel with JT, in this video, he discusses why certain Watchtower and Awake articles were written into the Jehovah’s Witness narratives. 1) Debased Music 2) Practical Jokes 3) The Snake Did Not Talk to Eve in the Garden | |||
| Millennials Speak Truth: Why Are so Many Leaving the Jehovah’s Witness Faith? | 14 Apr 2020 | 01:18:20 | |
If you’ve ever left the Watchtower organization and thought you were all alone. You’ll discover these three guys story one of triumph. Not only did they reunite and rekindle their friendships, but they have a lot of good advice to share that can help anyone leaving, to pick up the pieces and have a different […] | |||
| Jehovah's Witness Elder Facing Mortality: Regrets After 40 Years of Shunning His Daughter | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:42:33 | |
In this deeply moving and revealing episode, Gail shares her heart-wrenching story of being shunned by her father, an Elder in the Jehovah's Witness congregation, for 40 long years. Facing his mortality, her father calls her to his side, where he opens up about his regrets and the choices that kept them apart for so long. | |||
| Discussion: Jehovah’s Witnesses - Why My Family Won’t Leave? | 17 Mar 2020 | 00:04:19 | |
In this podcast, the comparison is made to how difficult it may be for an elderly couple to move out of a bad neighborhood much like a Jehovah’s Witness that invests many years in the Watchtower organization. They, too, may experience similar issues. A lot of Jehovah’s Witnesses realize that there is something wrong with […] | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses: Corona Virus, Sign of the Times? | 17 Mar 2020 | 00:06:56 | |
The Corona Virus is in its infancy and at this point, no one knows its boundaries or how high the death toll will rise. However, we do know that it is a major global health concern. Like with prior diseases, a vaccine is sure to come by means of medical science. Unfortunately, certain groups use […] | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses, Dating, Marriage & Unbelievers | 23 Feb 2020 | 00:10:49 | |
We receive a lot of correspondence asking us for assistance on how to handle situations where someone’s loved one is dating a Jehovah’s Witness, an individual is married to a JW and wants to return to the religion, the scenarios are endless. This podcast is one of many where we will be talking about Jehovah’s […] | |||
| Feedback From Viewers – Jehovah’s Witnesses and the Free Home Bible Study. How much did it really cost? | 16 Feb 2020 | 00:09:30 | |
We have been reading your comments and we appreciate your thoughts. This is the first segment of many where we will begin sharing your collective feedback about the topics we share online. Everyone comes from a variety of backgrounds, countries, ethnicities, etc. but we all share one common denominator and that is, we all received […] | |||
| Discussion: Jehovah’s Witnesses and Loaded Language | 11 Feb 2020 | 00:26:14 | |
If you are not one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, you may not realize that if you don’t know the right type of questions to ask when seeking knowledge, they may trick you into believing something far different from what they actually believe. In this video, JT, Lady Cee and Daniel, break it down, helping you to […] | |||
| Discussion: Oxygen Documentary: The Witnesses | 10 Feb 2020 | 00:15:45 | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses: Life at Bethel – Privacy Rights | 25 Jan 2020 | 00:09:00 | |
JT shares experiences about his life at Bethel and how the Watchtower's legal department opened their mail. Mainly, they looked for certain type of mail that bethelites received from the county pertaining to jury duty. As a faithful member of the organization, I never stopped to think that they were actually violating my rights as a citizen. In fact, in certain countries and the United States where I reside, it is illegal to open another person's mail. | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses: How I Woke Up…I listened to my inner voice | 22 Jan 2020 | 00:26:56 | |
It doesn’t take a Rocket Scientist to tell you that trusting your gut instinct is what keeps many people alive with the ability to steer free from harm. Despite what people tell you, there is nothing like listening to your inner voice. You know, the voice that tells you that something doesn’t feel right or […] | |||
| After Leaving Jehovah’s Witnesses: Continue in your Healing Process | 01 Jan 2020 | 00:14:20 | |
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| Jehovah’s Witnesses: Risking Life for God or Watchtower? | 09 Nov 2019 | 00:21:55 | |
Sadly, for the past 140 years, Jehovah’s Witnesses have been walking the earth preaching that the end of the world is near. In fact, throughout the lifespan of past presidents of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society, they have published countless books, magazines, and leaflets and instilling in the minds of their members that this […] | |||
| Jehovah's Witnesses - How Much Do You Care About Children? Hear Lucille's Account of Reporting Child CSA | 01 Aug 2023 | 00:22:19 | |
In this powerful video, we share the compelling story of Lucille, a brave individual who took decisive steps to report a case of Child CSA (Child Sexual Abuse). As a former Jehovah's Witness, Lucille faced an incredibly challenging situation but demonstrated unwavering determination to protect the innocent and advocate for justice. | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses: Couples School | 03 Nov 2019 | 00:45:57 | |
Did you know that the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society holds special schools for couples? In this video, we warmly welcome Paul to share his story about what it was like to attend the Watchtower Couples School. Paul is a former elder and Bethelite and has served at several Watchtower branches. | |||
| Bethelites – Cream of the Crop? | 26 Oct 2019 | 00:23:36 | |
In this podcast, JT & Paul reminisce about what it was like being at Bethel and their Jehovah’s Witness wakeup call about Bethel not being anything special. In fact, being at Bethel allowed them to a lot of things about the organization that the average Jehovah’s Witness will never see. During their Bethel entrance school, […] | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses: Regular Pioneering and Pioneer School | 24 Oct 2019 | 00:41:37 | |
Did you know that Jehovah’s Witnesses have an exclusive group within their membership known as regular pioneers? This man-made title is not found in the scriptures, yet they are elevated within the group as being more spiritually minded than those members that choose not to serve in this capacity. In this podcast, JT, Lady Cee […] | |||
| Life at Bethel – Family Night – Episode 7 | 14 Oct 2019 | 00:11:43 | |
Family Night When I was at Bethel, each year the Bethel Family featured a program called “Family Night”. Family Night was a variety entertainment show where the Bethelites had the opportunity to showcase their talent. It ranged anywhere from interviews with individuals discussing their Bethel career, regular pioneer service and those in the traveling work […] | |||
| The Origin of the Super Friends | 04 Oct 2019 | 00:10:24 | |
This video helps you to appreciate that time flies by fast when you’re having fun. Help us celebrate two years of friendship with Daniel. Also, take a look at a few unpublished clips we thought you’d find enjoyable. Yes, Critical Thinkers have fun too!!! ★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com ★SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/2p9RTSC […] | |||
| Interview: Jonathan’s Story: Married to a Jehovah’s Witness | 14 Sep 2019 | 00:54:11 | |
This is the personal experience of Jonathan, an unbeliever that meets the love of his life…that turns out to be one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He talks about how he balances his family life and helps his children to use critical thinking when it comes to making decisions about competitive sports and getting an education to […] | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses – Misleading the Courts | 09 Sep 2019 | 00:20:00 | |
In this podcast, JT & Paul (two former elders & Bethelites) unite in their discussion about the Jehovah’s Witness leadership, the Governing Body and how they will do anything to maintain their reputation. They bend the law every which way they can even using semantics (word games) and evading questions by making false statements to […] | |||
| Shocking Stories! As told by a Former Bethelite Elder | 04 Sep 2019 | 01:16:24 | |
In this podcast, Paul, a former elder & Bethelite from Toronto, Canada shares his experiences about what it was like serving at three Watchtower branches (Toronto, Haiti & the Dominican Republic). He recounts several heartbreaking stories geared to help you to use critical thinking after making simple comparisons about the love and concern Jesus Christ […] | |||
| Jehovah’s Witness Lawsuits – You Can Run, But You Can’t Hide | 31 Aug 2019 | 00:23:06 | |
In this podcast, JT discusses the Jehovah’s Witnesses and the latest lawsuits – yes, their day of reckoning has come – the lawsuits are flooding in. They can create all the corporations they want, but the Governing body will be held accountable for their actions and the law cometh for them. They are no better […] | |||
| Jehovah's Witnesses and The Two Witness Rule – Lynn’s Story | 18 Aug 2019 | 00:17:56 | |
In this episode, Lynn Ragusa shares her personal experience about how she was affected by the two witness rule. | |||
| Jehovah's Witnesses: The Special Treatment of Anthony Morris! | 01 Aug 2023 | 00:10:45 | |
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| Jehovah’s Witnesses: Vow of Poverty (Former Bethelite Tells His Story) | 04 Aug 2019 | 00:24:38 | |
Former Jehovah's Witness elder/bethelite is discussing his own personal experience about what he knows about the practices and policies of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society. | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses: Stop Begging for my Assets! | 08 Jul 2019 | 00:10:17 | |
Former Jehovah's Witness elder/bethelite is discussing his own personal experience about what he knows about the practices and policies of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society. | |||
| Jehovah’s Witnesses: Three Signs that Exhibit they are Collective Narcissists | 25 Jun 2019 | 00:28:43 | |
Former Jehovah's Witness elder/bethelite is discussing his own personal experience about what he knows about the practices and policies of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society. | |||