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02 - Understanding Fundamentalism

02 - Understanding Fundamentalism

FromSurviving Bob Jones University: A Christian Cult


02 - Understanding Fundamentalism

FromSurviving Bob Jones University: A Christian Cult

ratings:
Length:
46 minutes
Released:
Aug 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

EARLY ACCESS - FULL SERIES available on my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/4ndrewpledgerFundamentalism refers to a belief system that upholds a strict interpretation of religious or political ideologies, which are considered fundamental to the faith or cause. Fundamentalism is a mindset or an approach to an ideology and can happen in any social group. This episode will specifically examine the needs that fundamentalist Christianity provides for people, and the lengths people will go to protect the emotional high they get from its teachings and approach. The psychological underpinnings of fundamentalism, focus on the black and white/ us vs them mindset, authoritarianism, anti-intellectualism, justification of evil, narcissism, and claim of absolute truth.Join the discussion group HERE https://www.facebook.com/groups/1153866318625322/Connect with Camille K. LewisWutBJU Blog: https://wutbju.tumblr.com/Connect with Andrew PledgerSocial Media: https://andrewpledger.mypixieset.com/linksJoin my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/4ndrewpledgerSpeaking Up Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/speaking-up-with-andrew-pledgerSources: https://www.tumblr.com/survivingbjupodcast/726104816669081600/sources?source=share Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
Aug 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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“Surviving Bob Jones University: A Christian Cult” is a limited podcast by Andrew Pledger. The show is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the fundamentalist Christian college Bob Jones University, which is located in Greenville, SC. The series covers the history of BJU, the psychology of fundamentalism, the criteria for cults, and survivors experiences. The series features diverse interviews with survivors, including queer individuals, BIPOC, women, and men, sharing their unique perspectives on the institution. The podcast also features cult experts who offer their opinions on the university. Listeners gain insights into the strict rules, culture, and leadership of Bob Jones University and how its fundamentalist beliefs have contributed to a toxic environment that prioritizes indoctrination and conformity.The podcast showcases stories of resilience, healing, and growth from survivors who have overcome trauma and abuse at the Christian college. It offers an eye-opening exploration of cults’ harmful impact on vulnerable individuals and communities. - Surviving BJU Podcast, Cult Podcasts, Religion Podcasts, Christian Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.