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EPISODE · Feb 15, 2026 · 1H 8M

Villain Origin Stories: When Our (Past) Evangelical Selves Hurt Others

from Praise Be To Pod · host Bailee and Ashley

Ashley and Bailee turn the lens inward, reflecting on the moments they weren’t just harmed by evangelical culture—but actively upheld it.In this episode, they unpack their own “villain origin stories,” examining how fear-based theology, certainty, and institutional power shaped the ways they judged, enforced, defended, and perpetuated harmful religious beliefs.Together, they explore what accountability looks like after deconstruction—why naming harm matters even when it’s uncomfortable, how good intentions don’t negate real impact, and the hard truth that leaving toxic religion doesn’t automatically absolve us from the ways we once participated in it.Connect with Us:📸 Instagram: @praisebetopod🎵 TikTok: @praisebetopod▶️ YouTube: @praisebetopod💻 Web: www.praisebetopod.com💸 Patreon: patreon.com/praisebetopod

Ashley and Bailee turn the lens inward, reflecting on the moments they weren’t just harmed by evangelical culture—but actively upheld it. In this episode, they unpack their own “villain origin stories,” examining how fear-based theology, certainty, and institutional power shaped the ways they judged, enforced, defended, and perpetuated harmful religious beliefs. Together, they explore what accountability looks like after deconstruction—why naming harm matters even when it’s uncomfortable, how...

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