Today I had the privilege of sitting down with Gina as she shares one of the most heartbreaking stories.

Gina devoted her life to her faith and raising her twin daughters. But after being disfellowshipped, everything changed. What followed was years of fear, manipulation, false accusations, CPS investigations, family betrayal, and a custody battle that ultimately separated her from her children.

Despite losing her children, her community, and her family, Gina never gave up hope. This conversation is ultimately a story of survival, resilience, and a mother's unwavering love.

Today I had the privilege of sitting down with Chelsey as she courageously shares her personal journey. Born and raised in the Jehovah's Witnesses she questioned her faith at a young age, and ultimately walked away before adulthood.

From being treated as "bad association" by her own family, to being scrutinized by elders, pressured into harmful relationships, and blamed for speaking up about abuse, Chelsey's story sheds light on the pressure many young people face inside high control religious environments.

At just 13 years old, she told her father she was an atheist. By 17, she made the difficult decision to leave the organization behind. In this conversation, Chelsey opens up about the emotional toll of growing up under constant judgment, the culture of silence surrounding abuse, and how she found the strength to build a life on her own terms.

Today I had the privilege of sitting down with Hannah and Alexis, two best friends whose lives were deeply impacted by their time in the organization. They experienced significant trauma, including abuse and assault, and witnessed firsthand how harmful behavior can be hidden within the religion.

Everything changed when Hannah was disfellowshipped, leaving Alexis with the painful expectation of shunning her closest friend. Instead of ignoring her instincts, Alexis chose to trust her conscience. She made the difficult decision to step away from the organization and reconnect with Hannah, who had already been out for more than a year.

Today, they are rebuilding their lives, healing from their experiences, and strengthening the friendship that once seemed lost. In this interview, they share their journey and encourage others to trust their instincts, question what doesn't feel right, and discover the beauty, freedom, and genuine connections that exist beyond the organization.