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Cheers To Leaving!

By: Rachael Kuttes & Cameron Smith
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  • Welcome to "Cheers to Leaving," the podcast that's all about expanding our horizons and embracing diverse perspectives. Join your hosts, Rachael and Cameron, as they embark on a new journey of understanding and connection.

    In this revamped season, Rachael and Cameron, both who left their evangelical Christian backgrounds, are shifting the spotlight to illuminate stories that exist beyond the realm of Christianity. With an open heart and a commitment to fostering dialogue, they explore the narratives of individuals who bring unique experiences, beliefs, and perspectives to the table.

    "Cheers to Leaving" is not just a departure from religion and the familiar; it's an invitation to explore the rich tapestry of human stories that may lie outside our comfort zones. Through thoughtful conversations, the hosts aim to bridge the gap between different worlds, fostering empathy, understanding, and unity.

    Whether you identify with a specific faith, philosophy, or are still finding your path, this podcast invites you to pull up a chair, grab a metaphorical drink, and join the conversation. It's time to raise our glasses to leaving behind Christianity, preconceptions, embracing diversity, and celebrating the multitude of voices that make up the human experience.

    Get ready for insightful conversations, eye-opening revelations, and a journey that promises to challenge, inspire, and leave you with a deeper appreciation for the vast tapestry of beliefs that shape our world. Welcome to the new era of "Cheers to Leaving" - where everyone's story is not just heard but celebrated. Cheers! 🥂
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Episodes
  • Ep 80 God, Sex & Rich People: A Pastor's Kid's Journey in the Big Apple

    Ep 80 God, Sex & Rich People: A Pastor's Kid's Journey in the Big Apple
    Apr 25 2024

    TW: Mentions of rape and sexual assault

    This is the last of our purity culture series. For this last episode we had an amazing conversation with Mattie Jo Cowsert. Before terms like “deconstruction” “purity culture” or “Exvangelical'' became hashtags all over the internet, Mattie Jo’ popular blog God, Sex & Rich People exposed the sometimes painful, sometimes hilarious realities of a young female Exvangelical navigating the diversity of Big Apple, working for the 1%, and dating in a city that never sleeps (and never stops sleeping around). This is her story.

    Mattie Jo's book will be available September 10th, 2024 on Amazon.

    Blog post mentioned in the episode:
    https://www.mattiejocowsert.com/post/the-three-train

    Mattie Jo's website: God, Sex, and Rich People | mattiejo (mattiejocowsert.com)


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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Ep 79 Devastating Sex and the Aftermath of Purity Culture

    Ep 79 Devastating Sex and the Aftermath of Purity Culture
    Apr 11 2024

    The word/theme for this episode is devastating. In this episode we discuss sex expectations in purity culture, relationships, relationships during and after deconstructing, late-stage adolescence, sex therapy and much more.

    Our special guests today are Julia Postema and Jeremiah Gibson! They are the co-hosts of the podcast Sexvangelicals: The Sex Education the Church Didn't Want You to Have. They are both Boston-based licensed psychotherapists and certified sex therapists who work with clients in Massachusetts. They currently live in Utrecht, The Netherlands. They specialize in helping couples with negative religious backgrounds discover sexuality that works for their partnership.

    Follow:     Jeremiah and Julia (@sexvangelicals) • Instagram photos and videos
    Website: Sexvangelicals

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    Facebook Suppport Group: Cheers to Leaving - Exvangelical Support Group | Facebook
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Ep 78 True Love Waits

    Ep 78 True Love Waits
    Mar 28 2024

    This is one of the few episodes we will be releasing over the next few weeks regarding purity culture. If you've been listening to us for a while, you know purity culture is something that often comes up in our episodes and I wanted to do a mini-series focusing on it. Here to discuss their own journey with purity culture, we have Canadian queer alt-pop artist Adaline, who just released a purity culture inspired single "True Love Waits", the third single from upcoming EP "Hymnal" (out March 22), that follows her journey of reconciling queerness and the harmful religious narratives she experienced growing up as the daughter of an evangelical minister.

    To learn more about Adaline and hear her music visit: Adaline (adalinemusic.com)

    Insights Into Teens

    A father and daughter discussion about the everyday struggles of teens in today's...

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    Facebook Suppport Group: Cheers to Leaving - Exvangelical Support Group | Facebook
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    1 hr and 25 mins
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