43 - Courtship in the Cult

A conversation Amanda has put off for a long time plays out amid trauma laughs, real laughs, and incredulity (on Kyle's part). Join us for a conversation about an IBLP cult staple: courtship. Presented as an alternative to "secular dating," courtship is Bill Gothard's highly controlled and supposedly impeccable standard for relationships. Amanda and Kyle talk about the espionage inherent in the courtship process, Old Testament stories taken literally and implemented, the complete disregard for holistic attraction, and—of course—how men were in charge of the entire process and the young woman being courted had very little to no say over her relationship. It's a ride; thanks for going on it with us. Support the show