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Letters, drama, and saved face. This week on Girl Found, my siblings and I hold the leaders of the Adventist church accountable for Eric and Ann Marie’s abuse, and the conference replies. I interview Elaina Matthews on her experience in and out of the church, and how the systems of leadership and power protect abusers. || This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Unclockable. Unclockable exists to make life easier for all those who tuck. Their Tuck Kit is the best way to get a euphorically flat, swim-proof tuck that stays in place. 5-star rated, and available now at the link their bio: @unclockableyou || Get access to exclusive content, early episode reads, unique patron only merch, and more by visiting Patreon.com/girlfound!

Chastisement, self reflection, resting the jury. This week on Girl Found, I rest my story in your hands. I can’t convince you, I can’t irrefutably prove my story is valid, it’s ultimately a decision you have to make. This week and the coming weeks leave my story as an appeal to you. What you do next is up to you. This week I interview Lauren DeLeary, radio host, podcast host, creative, and former recording artist. We talk about public ministry and how it challenges our deconstruction. || This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Unclockable. Unclockable exists to make life easier for all those who tuck. Their Tuck Kit is the best way to get a euphorically flat, swim-proof tuck that stays in place. 5-star rated, and available now at the link their bio: @unclockableyou || Get early access to episodes, exclusive content, and more! Visit Patreon.com/girlfound for more.

Relationships grown, relationships changed, relationships ended. This week we talk about leaving my job, calling the police on Eric and Ann Marie, and coming out. Again. || This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Unclockable. Unclockable exists to make life easier for all those who tuck. Their Tuck Kit is the best way to get a euphorically flat, swim-proof tuck that stays in place. 5-star rated, and available now at the link their bio: @unclockableyou || Visit Patreon.com/girlfound for exclusive access to content, early releases, and sick merch…

Threats, growth, and romance. This week on Girl Found, I save my youngest sibling on their 18th birthday, I run from the police, and I tell Ann Marie to shut the f**k up. I also talk to Haley about her grade school experience in the Catholic faith, and why she left. || This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Unclockable. Unclockable exists to make life easier for all those who tuck. Their Tuck Kit is the best way to get a euphorically flat, swim-proof tuck that stays in place. 5-star rated, and available now at the link their bio: @unclockableyou || Get access to early content, exclusive episodes, merch, and more at Patreon.com/girlfound!

Young love, censorship, and purity culture. This week I review the expectations of relationships. I interview Sierra, who shares her story of unrealistic expectations and guilt. Caroline gives this week’s rec! || This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Unclockable. Unclockable exists to make life easier for all those who tuck. Their Tuck Kit is the best way to get a euphorically flat, swim-proof tuck that stays in place. 5-star rated, and available now at the link their bio: @unclockableyou || To get access to exclusive content, merch, and early access to episodes, visit patreon.com/girlfound.

Moves, life goals, and best case scenarios. This week on Girl Found I move to a new city, make new friends, and do my best to pretend that I’m okay. I also interview Emily Fincher and talk about parental support and what it means to her. || This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Unclockable. Unclockable exists to make life easier for all those who tuck. Their Tuck Kit is the best way to get a euphorically flat, swim-proof tuck that stays in place. 5-star rated, and available now at the link their bio: @unclockableyou || This week’s rec is Deconstruct Podcast with Lauren DeLeary and Adam Frost. Apple podcasts link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deconstruct/id1472051573 Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/34g7KMkO3iEASBlQ2kCLBA?si=2kzpWSljS_GFhJnnykJNEA || To support this podcast visit Patreon.com/girlfound and find early access, exclusive content, and merch!

False euphoria. Girlfriends. Allies. This week I celebrate my conversion, and I take out the trash from my life I was convinced I wouldn’t need anymore. Welcome to Season 3! || This weeks rec is The Wayward Children series by Seanan McGuire: https://www.goodreads.com/series/165484-wayward-children || This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Unclockable. Unclockable exists to make life easier for all those who tuck. Their Tuck Kit is the best way to get a euphorically flat, swim-proof tuck that stays in place. 5-star rated, and available now at the link in their bio: @unclockableyou || Support the podcast, get cool merch, and get exclusive access to bonus content, early releases, and more: Patreon.com/girlfound ||

Merry Christmas. Happy second season of holidays with us. Our wishes for ourselves are our wishes for you. Please consider giving to this project this holiday, as we prepare the best season yet. Patreon.com/girlfound

Darkness, abandonment, loss. In the Season 2 finale of Girl Found I learn that rejection doesn’t just come from the ones you expect it from, and I hit rock bottom. I also talk to Eli and Shaylin about all things queer coding, outward identity, and the changes we’re trying to make in our community. Thank you for your continued support of this podcast. For early access, bonuses, and cool merch visit patreon.com/girlfound. Stay tuned for Season 3 announcements soon!

New chapters, new apartments, new freedom. This week I find myself on my own for the first time, and find that freedom means freedom to make mistakes. I also talk with Katie Reckart on her journey of theological mercy. Support Girl Found by visiting patreon.com/girlfound and get access to exclusive content, early episodes, and cool merch. This week’s recs from Katie include: Jesus Feminist by Sarah Bessey, Searching for Sunday by Rachel Held Evans, and Inspired by Rachel Held Evans.

New job, forced hands, and open closet doors. In this week’s episode, I talk about coming clean. I also talk with Emily Cate about her experience questioning queerness, outward identity, and ethics. As season two nears its end, I’d like to encourage you to support the podcast by becoming a Patron. Patrons receive access to unique content, early access, merch, and more. We have exciting stories, interviews, and sponsors for season three, and don’t want you to miss a thing. Learn more at patreon.com/girlfound. || Emily’s recs: The Ethical Slut, by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy. Opening Up, by Tristan Taormino. Polysecure, by Jessica Fern.

Wake up calls, escapes, and frying pans to fires. This week I talk about my prodigal moment, my escape from Weimar, and my return to Eric and Ann Marie’s influence. I also speak with Kaleb, a key part in the telling of my story, and ask him about his continued involvement in the Adventist Church. Visit Patreon.com/girlfound to gain early access to episodes, merch, transition journals, and more.