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Lester Roloff Series; P.S daughter I love you - Cindy’s Story Oct 29, 2024

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In the final installment of our Lester Roloff series, hosts Olivia and Jen have a surprise for listeners—a powerful guest appearance by another courageous survivor, Cindy. Cindy opens up about her journey growing up in an IFB church and the rebellious teenage years that led her to be sent to the Rebekah Home for Girls. She shares her harrowing experience there and how, in an unexpected twist, the "Christian Alamo" played a pivotal role in her eventual escape.

This episode goes beyond Cindy’s past, diving into her life now, where she provides thought-provoking insights into accountability, parenting, and reflections on what she might do differently if given the chance. The conversations are deep and meaningful, resonating strongly with both Olivia and Jen, who hope listeners find this episode not only informative but a blessing as well.

A huge thank you to Cindy for her bravery in closing out our Lester Roloff series and for bringing awareness to the abuse she endured within the church, her home, and Lester Roloff’s enterprise.

Happiness Hill Survivor: Lester Roloff , Carol Baskins & Bible Signatures Oct 22, 2024

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In this episode, hosts Olivia and Jen sit down with Johnna, a survivor of Happiness Hill Christian Academy. Happiness Hill was an offshoot of Lester Roloff's ministry, run by the Palmers, who had worked closely with Roloff before establishing their own home. Roloff, a well-known fundamentalist pastor and evangelist, left a controversial legacy that continues to be examined.

Johnna bravely shares her experiences, uncovering the abuse she endured and witnessed at Happiness Hill. She reveals shocking new details that even surprised our hosts. As a psychology student, Johnna offers valuable insights into the long-lasting effects of such trauma and emphasizes the importance of seeking professional help. She also discusses the many different forms of therapy available to survivors today.

Thank you, Johnna, for speaking out on today’s episode. And be sure to listen through to the end—do you think Lester Roloff is comparable to Carol Baskins, or is Jen a true conspiracy theorist? Let us know what you think!

Cockroaches & Gangs : Lester Roloff Jubilee Survivor Oct 15, 2024

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Olivia & Jen sits down with another brave survivor to discuss her experience at the Jubilee Home. Our guest, Caryn, has chosen to keep her identity hidden, and we always prioritize the safety and comfort of our survivors and guests during interviews.

In this episode, Caryn provides insight into her life before being sent to the Jubilee Home—a facility established by Lester Roloff for women 18 years and older. She also sheds light on her life after leaving, including some revealing experiences at Hyles-Anderson. You won’t want to miss a word of this conversation.

Hosts Olivia and Jen are excited to continue the Lester Roloff series with next week’s episode. Stay tuned until the end for a special preview!

Shattered Innocence : A Survivor’s journey from the Rebekah Home for Girls Oct 08, 2024

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In this powerful episode, Olivia and Jen sit down with Barbara Anne, a survivor of the Rebekah Home for Girls, owned by Lester Roloff. Barbara bravely opens up about the abuse she endured both at home and during her time at the Rebekah Home. She details the physical, sexual , emotional, and spiritual abuse she suffered, sharing how these experiences have impacted her life as an adult. Barbara also discusses the toll her trauma has taken on her personal relationships and how she continues to cope with PTSD and night terrors as a result of her past.

Be sure to check out the added clips on YouTube, where we include visuals and additional context to Barbara’s story. We highly recommend watching for a fuller understanding of her journey.

Lester Roloff Series: Episode 1 – The Man Behind Roloff Enterprises Oct 01, 2024

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Join hosts Olivia and Jen as they kick off a 5-week series exploring the life and legacy of Lester Roloff. In this episode, they dive deep into the history of who Lester Roloff was, the rise of Roloff Enterprises, and why they are still operating today despite numerous allegations.

We'll also shed light on the abuse accusations, court rulings, and the infamous "Christian Alamo" showdown in Texas, which became a pivotal moment in IFB history.

Stay tuned for the rest of the series, and don’t miss next week’s episode where we sit down with our first survivor, Barbara Anne, to hear her powerful story.

Escaping The Maze Sep 24, 2024

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In this powerful episode of We Are One Podcast, hosts Olivia and Jen sit down with Alissa, a survivor of abuse within the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) church. Alissa shares her harrowing experiences across three different IFB churches, each marred by scandal, and her time at Hyles-Anderson College. She sheds light on the pervasive grooming culture in the IFB and the difficulty of escaping abusive situations.

Alissa recounts the trauma of being harassed and stalked by her abuser, even after marrying her first husband. Despite these hardships, she offers hope to others, affirming that healing is possible. She also discusses the damaging impact of purity culture on her first marriage and her personal life, as well as the church’s view on divorce. Alissa’s story is one of survival and resilience, and she shares how, with the support of her parents she was able to divorce and now be remarried and is better on the other side after leaving the IFB & church scene.

Tune in to hear her courageous story of breaking free and finding peace on the other side.

Yappers are back! Sep 17, 2024

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We’re back! In this exciting first episode of Season 2, Olivia sits down with her new co-host, Jen, to discuss all things coming up this season. We share some exciting spoilers, talk candidly about the trolling we've experienced, and clear up some common misconceptions about our podcast. Most importantly, we readdress our mission and the passion that drives us: to create a platform where survivors of abuse within Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) churches can share their stories and be heard.

We’re excited for what’s to come and look forward to continuing our work to raise awareness and bring about change

Sinner Britches - Season 1Reunion May 30, 2024

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Welcome to Sinner Britches Season 1 Reunion special. I thought it would be fun and cool to record with season 1 guest members and review over season 1 and hear who’s stories impacted who and how and we just had a fun open conversation. Thank you so much for the endless love and support. LETS GO SEASON 2 baby!

Mic Drop May 28, 2024

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Season 1 finale is so special because on today’s episode I sat down one on one with my mom. My mom opens up about how she got lured into the cult and she brings up a lot of things about her childhood. My mom opens up about the reasons why she left our former church and left the IFB cult . We speak about our experiences together and our final straw. I’m so thankful my mom was able to open up and share her experiences, opinion and story!

Motherhood Series - Shannon’s Story May 21, 2024

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I sit down one on one with Shannon to speak about her journey to Motherhood. Shannon sheds light on the Foster Care and Adoption process and the struggles her family had faced throughout. Shannon explains her experiences with the system and opens up about her mental health and the mental toll it takes on one that’s going through this. Shannon thank you for speaking on today’s episode!

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