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Behind the sermons and scripture was a system built on fear, obedience, and control. In this episode, we examine Greater Grace Church—its leadership, its theology, and the lasting impact on those who lived inside it. Trigger Warnings: Mega Church Cult Behavior Scam Financial Fraud Child Sexual Abuse Sexual Abuse Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

The case of Ed Gein stands as one of the most chilling chapters in American criminal history. Born in 1906, Gein's name became synonymous with horror and depravity. Notorious for his gruesome acts, Gein's crimes shocked the nation and inspired numerous works of fiction in popular culture. Trigger Warnings: Murder (Graphic) Mutilation Desecration of a Corpse Religious Abuse Mentions of Cannibalism Possible Gender Dysphoria Deviant: The Shocking True Story of Ed Gein, the Original Psycho https://amzn.to/3Vy7zRK (Commission Link) Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

A decorated state trooper, a marriage unraveling behind closed doors, and a death that authorities rushed to label as suicide. But years later, a civil inquest would hear the evidence that was ignored—and reach a very different conclusion. This is the case of Ronda Reynolds, and the investigation that never really happened. Trigger Warnings: Domestic Abuse Sexual Violence Miscarriage/Infertility Suicide Animal Abuse and Animal Death Substance Abuse and Addiction Affairs Coercive Control Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

A quiet afternoon in the woods turns into something no one saw coming. What began as a simple plan spirals into a mystery filled with fear, faith, and unanswered questions. Nothing in this story is as simple as it first appears. Trigger Warnings: Mentions of Murder Satanic Cults Human Sacrifices Kidnappings Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

Tonight, we’re exploring the disturbing case of Michael Taylor — an ordinary man whose life unraveled after a bizarre exorcism. What followed was a night of unthinkable violence that left even investigators shaken. Trigger Warnings: Mutilation/Torture Murder Animal abuse Attempted Suicide Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

Welcome to the Poddy Podcast — where Laci and Lola shoot the shit and wander through all of life’s weird little whims. This week, they’re diving into their thoughts on witchcraft. Want more unfiltered Poddy chaos? Join the Deadly Faith Patreon! Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

When a U.S. congressman boards a plane to investigate a remote religious settlement, he expects a diplomatic visit — not a reckoning. What begins as a routine inquiry quickly unravels into something far darker, fueled by secrecy, devotion, and fear. In this episode, the line between faith and control begins to blur… and the world starts to take notice. Trigger Warnings: Mass Murder Suicide Cult Brainwashing Religious Trauma Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

Before the world knew his name, Jim Jones was just a small-town preacher with a big vision. He spoke about justice, equality, and love when few others dared to — drawing in crowds who saw him as a voice for the forgotten. But behind the sermons and the smiles was a man driven by something more than faith. In Part One, we explore the rise of Jim Jones — his early life, his calling to ministry, and how his hunger to lead began to blur the lines between pastor and prophet. Trigger Warnings: Racism Animal Death Rape Violence Cults Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

In 1981, a small Connecticut town became the epicenter of one of the most chilling legal battles in American history. When Arne Cheyenne Johnson brutally murdered his landlord, he claimed something no U.S. courtroom had ever heard before—the Devil made him do it. Trigger Warnings: Murder Demon Possession Exorcism Religious Trauma Alcohol Abuse Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

Charity Miranda Martin’s family claimed they were fighting a demon — but by the time the struggle ended, someone was dead. What was meant to save her soul turned into a night of terror that even seasoned investigators struggled to understand. Was it faith, fear, or something far darker that took Charity’s life? dg Trigger Warnings: Murder Exorcism Lola's Book Bludgeoned Faith https://a.co/d/auBqsk9 Get your copy today!!!!! Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

Deep in the isolated jungles of Nicaragua, a young mother’s desperate plea for help turned into a nightmare of fire and fanaticism. What began as a search for healing ended with Vilma Trujillo bound to a tree as flames devoured the night. This is a story of blind faith, fear, and a community pushed past the edge of reason. Trigger Warnings: Violent Exorcism Religious Violence Torture Murder Femicide/Gender-based violence Mental illness & stigma Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

A loving couple created a new life they were proud of together. Late love is so sweet; until it’s not. When Ralph finds purpose in religion he begins to see Joan differently. The kind of different that would lead him and his church friends to turn on Joan. Once you hear this, you can never un-hear it. Trigger Warnings: Exorcism Religious Extremism Death Torture Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

Today we’re heading to California to talk about a case that shook a quiet community. It started with grieving families and a trusted funeral home — but ended with headlines no one saw coming. Grab your coffee, because this story will leave you questioning who you can trust when saying goodbye. Trigger Warnings Desecration of a Body Possible Murder Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

He was charming, intelligent, and even won a spot on a popular TV dating show. But behind the smile, Rodney Alcala was hiding a dark secret. Join us as we delve into the chilling story of the man who became known as "The Dating Game Killer."​ Trigger Warnings: Murder Torture Rape Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

In this episode, we dive into the controversy surrounding Tony Jones, the Emergent Church, and The New Evangelicals. From past allegations of abuse and manipulation to the recent GRACE investigation into Tim Whitaker and TNE, we examine how power, silence, and image protection can cause deep harm—even in progressive faith spaces. This is a story of accountability, survivors speaking out, and the urgent need for communities to confront abuse wherever it shows up. Trigger Warnings: Domestic Violence Spiritual Abuse Victim Shaming Workplace Abuse Manipulation Gaslighting Religious Trauma R.L. Stoller https://rlstollar.com/ https://rlstollar.com/2015/02/11/the-evidence-against-tony-jones/comment-page-1/ TNE Links: Full Report: https://julieroys.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/TNEFinalReportandRecommendations.pdf Rick’s Articles Article 1: https://baptistnews.com/article/allegations-against-tim-whitaker-and-the-new-evangelicals-show-how-hierarchy-transfers-to-progressive-ministries/ Article 2: https://baptistnews.com/article/that-time-i-got-an-angry-call-from-the-subject-of-an-article-about-anger-and-abuse/ Article 3: https://baptistnews.com/article/comment-from-bngs-editor-on-our-coverage-of-the-new-evangelicals/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwL3XBVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHgyhdoSIdrBwsQ0t7SASyFruzlw9A-u2uTFocW1Lw0-0Y5TQNR_0s9XIlCWs_aem_jykkw0Opzuf6VzqinfGh3Q Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Deadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default   Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: [email protected]   Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7 Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888  Connect with Us!  [email protected] PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears