Preacher Boys Podcast

Mar 23 2025 369 ep. 47 mins 694

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Join your host, Eric Skwarczynski, as he sits down with brave survivors who are shedding light on decades of physical, mental, and sexual abuse within the Independent Fundamental Baptist movement.

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All Trauma is Spiritual Trauma | Dr. Hillary L. McBride

Mar 23 2025 51 mins

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Hilary McBride, psychologist and author of "Holy Hurt," as we explore spiritual trauma, healing, and parenting. Dr. McBride shares her expertise on embodiment, the cyclical nature of healing, and the importance of repair in relationships.Pre-order "Holy Hurt" before April 16th, 2025, to receive exclusive bonuses: https

Introducing the Jordan Harbinger Show

Mar 22 2025 2 mins

Check out the Jordan Harbinger Show, a podcast I've been diving into for the last several years. Jordan has interviewed some fascinating guests from spies to whistle blowers, including some previous guests from the Preacher Boys. I've been hooked and I'm sure you will be too!

Bestiality, Child Abuse, and a Predatory Music Leader | 9 Baptist Abuse Stories From March 2025

Mar 21 2025 24 mins

Click here for more context and relevant links: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/bestiality-child-abuse-and-a-predatory✖️✖️✖️Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help✖️✖️✖️CONNECT WITH THE SHOW:preacherboyspodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoyshttp

"Patriarchy Boys" | A Crossover Episode with Peter Bell, Host of the Sons of Patriarchy

Mar 16 2025 70 mins

In this special crossover episode, Eric Skwarczynski, host of the Preacher Boys Podcast, and Peter Bell, host of the Sons of Patriarchy Podcast, come together for an in-depth conversation about exposing abuse within religious institutions. From the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) movement to the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches (CREC) to the bizarre teachings of Dou

Pastor Caught on Camera Breaking Into Victim’s Home

Mar 15 2025 42 mins

This week, former Thomas Road Baptist Church (TRBC) pastor Sergio Guardia was found guilty on all three counts, including Stalking and Breaking and Entering, according to court documents. The case, which has garnered significant local attention, reveals disturbing patterns—not only in Guardia’s actions but also in TRBC’s failure to protect the victim and its continued support

This Bill Would Make Clergy in Washington Mandatory Reporters | Discussing SB 5375 with Senator Noel Frame

Mar 11 2025 10 mins

Right now, Washington is one of just five states that does not require clergy to report child abuse.Senator Noel Frame wants to change that.She has introduced Senate Bill 5375, a bill that would make clergy mandatory reporters, with no exceptions for what is said during a religious confession. This is a controversial stance for faith groups like the Washington State Catholic Confer

Pastor Trieber Silenced SA Victims for Years... He Just Got an Award From the Santa Clara Mayor

Mar 08 2025 14 mins

In March 2024, Trieber's ministry settled a lawsuit for an undisclosed amount after two women came forward with horrifying claims of abuse and cover-ups involving his brother-in-law, Mike Strouf.Fast forward to February 2025: Strouf’s name was removed from marquee signs at Santa Clara’s Magical Bridge Playground after information about the lawsuit and victim stories was sen

Psychologist Dr. Diane Langberg on Creating Safer Churches

Mar 02 2025 60 mins

In this episode of the Preacher Boys podcast, Eric Skwarczynski sits down with Dr. Diane Langberg, a psychologist with over 50 years of experience, to discuss her new book, "When the Church Harms God's People." Dr. Langberg shares her insights on trauma, abuse within faith communities, and the importance of prioritizing individual well-being over institutional success.

This Alaska Church is Packed with Predators | Hannah St. George (pt. 2)

Feb 27 2025 67 mins

Eric Skwarczynski continues his conversation with Hannah St. George, a survivor of religious fundamentalism. Hannah shares more harrowing details of her experiences within Bible Baptist Church in Fairbanks, Alaska, focusing on the period leading up to her marriage and the disturbing secrets she began to uncover. Hannah discusses the controlling dynamics within her family, the rigid

"Evangelicals Scare Me" | Tia Levings Reacts to Comedian's Funny and Horrifying Set

Feb 23 2025 48 mins

Marc Maron’s comedy special, End Times Fun, touches on a very real issue – the way many evangelical Christians view the end of the world. In this clip, which recently went viral on TikTok, Maron breaks down why evangelical end-times beliefs scare him, especially since many of these believers hold political power.In this episode, Eric and Tia Levings dive deep into this topic, r