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Hi! We're Amanda and Kyle, a newly-ish married couple. The Cult I Left Behind covers Amanda’s upbringing in the IBLP cult of Duggar infamy - a story Kyle learns about along with listeners. Through sometimes humorous, sometimes heartbreaking stories, we explore the cult’s ideology, the strange rules that surrounded Amanda’s childhood, and the abuse she endured before leaving the cult. Through it all, we talk about what it takes to break free from a cult and what gets left behind.

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I Love the Interaction

It's great to hear Kyle's stunned comments and laughter at the ridiculousness throughout. Lol 😂

Emily S.

Gives Me Hope

Hearing this episode, hearing the lessons you have learned and share, gives hope for healing. My favorite piece of advice “lean into the love that’s there." Thanks for being open and honest!

Sarah G.

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Like Listening to My Friend

Loved to hear the story. Clear to understand.

Melody W.

I Am So Proud of You Two

Thank you for this podcast. You have helped me in so many ways and I am forever grateful for your podcast and how you so clearly and at many times humorously tackle some really big topics with grace and respect. Best wishes from New Zealand.

Aroha W.

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