Explore every episode of the podcast Bodies Behind The Bus
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| ATBS: “Holy Paranoia” W/ Jared Stacy | 14 May 2025 | 01:07:05 | |
In this “At the Bus Stop” episode, Dr. Jared Stacy, a theologian and ethicist, joins Johnna and Jay to unpack the link between conspiracy theories, Christian nationalism, and the culture of abuse within white evangelical spaces. Drawing from his personal experience and academic research, Jared explores how storytelling shapes power, how conspiracy theories thrive in religious communities, and why many churches prioritize maintaining societal structures over faithful witness. The conversation also delves into the dehumanizing effects of disinformation, the role of the church in rural America, and what it means to follow Jesus in a moment of cultural and political disreality. Jared’s upcoming book offers language and insight for those wrestling with these complex dynamics. | |||
| Seth’s Story / Columbus, OH | 17 Apr 2025 | 01:18:46 | |
Be sure to listen to episode 79 “Alicia’s Story” to hear about her experience with this same pastor. | |||
| Gabby’s Story / Fusion, Spurgeon College | 23 Dec 2024 | 01:56:32 | |
| Nicole’s Story / Houston, TX | 02 Feb 2022 | 01:46:44 | |
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| Elizabeth's Story / Kansas City, MO | 19 Jan 2022 | 01:22:40 | |
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| Johnna’s Story / Burbank, CA | 22 Dec 2021 | 00:59:25 | |
Source material & recommended Reading Ep 2
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| Acts 29 Background / The Crowded House Report | 22 Dec 2021 | 01:21:00 | |
| Sustaining BBTB 2025 & Beyond | 13 Dec 2024 | 00:17:39 | |
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| Grace & Dave’s Story, WI, EFCA | 12 Dec 2024 | 01:36:33 | |
| ATBS | Election Debrief w/ the Board | 26 Nov 2024 | 01:19:14 | |
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| ATBS "The American Evangelical Abuse Crisis & Its Ties to Christian Nationalism” w/ Tiffany Thigpen | 01 Nov 2024 | 01:09:50 | |
| ATBS “Understanding Spiritual Abuse” w/ Eric Isaac | 18 Oct 2024 | 01:29:17 | |
| ATBS “Fire in the Whole” w/ Robert Callahan | 24 Sep 2024 | 01:00:17 | |
| ATBS w/ Dave Pittman | 19 Sep 2024 | 01:07:36 | |
| Amy & Simon’s Story/ Edgefield Nashville | 12 Sep 2024 | 02:00:17 | |
Wartburg Watch: https://thewartburgwatch.com/2024/07/19/an-sbc-and-9-marks-church-edgefield-nashville-appeared-to-allow-a-violent-convicted-pedophile-michael-brake-considerable-freedom-in-the-church-for-years-could-there-be-other-victims/ | |||
| ATBS w/ Cassie Kirby, MA, LPCC | 03 Sep 2024 | 01:14:09 | |
Ep Resources: Mental Health/Psychology
Deconstruction/Reconstruction
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| ATBS: Community, Accountability, and Care | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:55:02 | |
In this community conversation, the team from Bodies Behind the Bus responds to recent events involving The New Evangelicals and the release of a NetGrace investigation. They share their perspectives on accountability, integrity, and the responsibility of platforms in survivor spaces. | |||
| The Friend’s Story/ Stephanie & Jill/ Chicagoland pt 3 | 16 Aug 2024 | 01:05:51 | |
What is Clergy Sexual Abuse? (Video) | |||
| Announcement: On the Road Event w/ Emily Maynard | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:02:34 | |
| Jill’s Story / Chicagoland Pt 2 | 14 Aug 2024 | 01:18:16 | |
| Stephanie’s Story / Chicagoland Part 1 | 07 Aug 2024 | 01:58:22 | |
https://clergysexualmisconduct.com | |||
| Alicia’s Story / Columbus, OH | 24 Jul 2024 | 01:47:11 | |
Alicia’s Socials: | |||
| “Breaking Down the Steve Chandler Statement” W/ Attorney Robert Callahan | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:54:58 | |
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| “Whistleblowers: The Village Church Denton” w/ Anna & Chris | 10 Jul 2024 | 01:44:42 | |
| ATBS “Consistency in Integrity” w/ Lori Adams Brown | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:53:06 | |
The Wartburg Watch Post - I Was 12 Years Old and Wearing My Pink Pajamas When Robert Morris, Now of Gateway Church, Began to Molest Me. The Alleged Abuse Lasted for 4 1/2 Years. The Roys Report Post - EXCLUSIVE: Former Staffers Expose Bullying, Abuse of Rick Warren’s Successor Andy Wood A World of Difference Podcast | |||
| ATBS "Continued Discussion & Insight" w/ Dr. Peridot Reed | 26 Jun 2024 | 01:10:12 | |
| ATBS “Defining & Spotting Spiritual Bypassing” w/ Dr. Peridot Reed | 19 Jun 2024 | 01:14:21 | |
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| ATBS: “Becoming the Pastor’s Wife” w/ Beth Allison Barr | 18 Mar 2025 | 01:04:50 | |
In this episode of The Bodies Behind the Bus Podcast, we welcome Beth Allison Barr, historian, professor, and author of The Making of Biblical Womanhood and her latest book, Becoming the Pastor’s Wife. Beth shares her insights on the historical roots of patriarchy in the church, the erasure of women in ministry, and the complex role of pastor’s wives in evangelical spaces. She unpacks the ways in which women have been silenced, how the Southern Baptist Convention’s structures perpetuate inequality, and why understanding history is crucial to moving forward. | |||
| Pete’s Story / Pittsburgh, PA / EFCA | 05 Jun 2024 | 01:52:20 | |
| Update on BBTB | 22 May 2024 | 00:14:35 | |
Johnna and Jay provide an update on the future of Sacred Wilderness & Bodies Behind the Bus. | |||
| ATBS “Baptistland” w/ Christa Brown | 06 May 2024 | 00:53:07 | |
In this episode of the Bodies Behind the Bus podcast, hosts Jay and Johnna introduce us to the incredible journey of Christa Brown, an author, advocate, survivor, and lawyer with a profound story to tell. Through her newly released book, Baptist Land: A Memoir of Abuse, Betrayal, and Transformation, Christa offers an unflinchingly honest exploration of her life's ordeals and the path to recovery and empowerment. This episode delves deep into the themes of resilience in the face of betrayal, the complexities of family dynamics, and the courage it takes to break free from authoritative and abusive structures. Christa's narrative is a testament to the power of speaking out and finding one's voice amid adversity. Join us as we journey with Christa through her compelling story, the challenges and revelations of writing her memoir, and her ongoing advocacy for survivors everywhere. | |||
| BBTB w/ Special Guests From The True Believer Podcast | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:46:48 | |
Do you know something about the Elizabeth Mackintosh case? If so, please reach out no matter how small it seems. | |||
| ATBS w/ Emily Maynard, MA, LMFT / Pt 2 | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:52:20 | |
| ATBS w/ Emily Maynard, MA, LMFT / Pt 1 | 28 Mar 2024 | 00:57:28 | |
| ATBS RICO claims against the SBC | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:35:29 | |
| ATBS “MinistrySafe & Austin Stone” w/ Christi Bragg | 23 Feb 2024 | 00:45:28 | |
| Taylor’s Story / CA / Reformed Church of America | 07 Feb 2024 | 01:46:20 | |
| ATBS/ What in the SBC is Happening? | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:37:30 | |
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| ATBS - “Fundie Cult Beliefs Going Mainstream w/ Christian Nationalism” ft. Margaret Bronson & Eric Isaac | 06 Mar 2025 | 01:35:13 | |
This episode of Bodies Behind the Bus features Margaret Bronson and Eric Isaac discussing the rise of Christian nationalism and its intersection with fundamentalist cult beliefs. Margaret shares insights from her experience in a high-control religious group, highlighting issues of female subjugation, the quiverfull movement, lack of education, and financial entrapment. Eric connects these experiences to broader patterns of spiritual abuse, coercion, and religious power structures. The conversation explores how extreme fundamentalist ideologies are becoming mainstream in America, their ties to white supremacy, and the political implications of these beliefs. Margaret’s ig: https://www.instagram.com/margaretrosebronson?igsh=cW5nbHZ1ZnQ4dTU0 | |||
| Joy’s Story / North Carolina pt 2 | 10 Jan 2024 | 01:12:38 | |
| Joy’s Story / North Carolina pt 1 | 10 Jan 2024 | 01:16:46 | |
| ATBS W/ Jay & Johnna Talking Fellowship Monrovia | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:48:05 | |
| Shasta’s Story / WorldVenture | 01 Dec 2023 | 01:58:39 | |
| ATBS w/ “Lies Christian Parents Believe” authors Marissa Burt & Kelsey McGinnis | 08 Nov 2023 | 01:15:48 | |
| ATBS - A Palestinian Christian Perspective w/ Laila | 03 Nov 2023 | 01:17:22 | |
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| ATBS w/ Scholar of Cults Daniella Mestyanek Young | 04 Oct 2023 | 01:39:56 | |
| Mandie’s Story / WI | 22 Sep 2023 | 02:03:03 | |
Contact Mandie: MRSwisconsin2.0@gmail.com | |||
| The Friends Story / Kendall & Ian / 3 | 30 Aug 2023 | 01:20:23 | |
| Ian’s Story / Muskogee, OK / 2 | 23 Aug 2023 | 01:09:09 | |
| ATBS: “The Spirit of Justice” w/ Jemar Tisby | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:58:44 | |
Subscribe to Jemar’s Substack Here: Footnotes by Jemar Tisby | Jemar Tisby, PhD | Substack Buy “The Spirit of Justice” https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-spirit-of-justice-stories-of-faith-race-and-resistance-jemar-tisby/20859536?ean=9780310144854 “I Am the Spirit of Justice” for kids ages 4-7 https://bookshop.org/p/books/i-am-the-spirit-of-justice-jemar-tisby/21291875?ean=9780310145561 “Stories of The Spirit of Justice” for kids ages 8-12+ https://bookshop.org/p/books/stories-of-the-spirit-of-justice-jemar-tisby/21291877?ean=9780310145592 Additional Books by Jemar: https://jemartisby.com/books/ | |||