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Runaway Eve
by Elizabeth Franks
Cultivated irreverence, by and for a former church kid. A haven for those who seek radicalization and reclamation.
Episodes
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“My Big Summer of Thoughts and Prayers”
Well y'all, I'm back. It's been the wildest summer of my life, so let's revisit the thoughts and prayers conversation, shall we? This time, I'm on the receiving end of both the thoughts and the prayers, so you know I have a lot to say. A couple notes: I do this entirely by myself, and it has been...
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Yes God Yes: Unpacking Biblical Sexology Part 5 (More of the Sexually Obedient Wife)
Have you ever wondered what a religion rooted in puritanism, that fully embodies purity culture and modesty, really believes about sex and sexuality? Have you ever struggled to link the "premarital sex is sin" belief to the "married sex is awesome" one? Biblical sexology just might be the key....
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Still Waiting? Checking in on True Love Waits
Were you a horny Evangelical teen in the 90s or early aughts? If so, you've probably heard of True Love Waits, and whether or not you had the ring on your finger, you were probably bombarded with constant messages about saving yourself for marriage. Listen in as I share a bit about my own...
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The One Where I Say “Um” a Lot: An Off-the-Cuff Conversation About Where I’ve Been and Where We’re Headed
Hello, friends! It's been too long. Join me for a very informal (and minimally edited) conversation about what I've been up to and how I've been feeling, as well as where this project is headed in the new year. I hope, if nothing else, my optimism and excitement are contagious. The Divorced…
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RE Book Club: "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" Part 6
The Runaway Eve Book Club is once again in session. We're continuing our deep dive into the infamous "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", written by Evangelical darling of the 90s Joshua Harris. Yes, he's since renounced the book. Yes, he's since "apologized". But, as they say... "there is nothing…
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Yes God Yes: Unpacking Biblical Sexology Part 4 (The Sexually Obedient Wife)
Have you ever wondered what a religion rooted in puritanism, that fully embodies purity culture and modesty, really believes about sex and sexuality? Have you ever struggled to link the "premarital sex is sin" belief to the "married sex is awesome" one? Biblical sexology just might be the key....
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Shut up and Listen: The Predator I Grew up With
It’s been awhile since I’ve told you to shut up and listen, but I’m angry this evening. Long story short, someone I grew up with was convicted of child sex crimes and was sentenced earlier this week. I have a lot of feelings about the person, the crimes, and the sentence, and while I want to…
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Naming our Trauma: A Casual Conversation on Millennial Exvangelical Mental Health
Today we are taking a break from Biblical Sexology to talk about something I’ve been thinking about for awhile now. Why is it so hard for millennials, especially those of us who grew up in Evangelical Christianity, to unpack, process, and name our trauma? Admittedly, this episode was sparked by…
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Yes God Yes: Unpacking Biblical Sexology Part 3
Have you ever wondered what a religion rooted in puritanism, that fully embodies purity culture and modesty, really believes about sex and sexuality? Have you ever struggled to link the "premarital sex is sin" belief to the "married sex is awesome" one? Biblical sexology just might be the key....
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Yes God Yes: Unpacking Biblical Sexology Part 2
Have you ever wondered what a religion rooted in puritanism, that fully embodies purity culture and modesty, really believes about sex and sexuality? Have you ever struggled to link the "premarital sex is sin" belief to the "married sex is awesome" one? Biblical sexology just might be the key....
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RE Book Club: "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" Part 5
The Runaway Eve Book Club is once again in session. We're continuing our deep dive into the infamous "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", written by Evangelical darling of the 90s Joshua Harris. Yes, he's since renounced the book. Yes, he's since "apologized". But, as they say... "there is nothing…
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Yes God Yes: Unpacking Biblical Sexology Part 1
Have you ever wondered what a religion rooted in puritanism, that fully embodies purity culture and modesty, really believes about sex and sexuality? Have you ever struggled to link the "premarital sex is sin" belief to the "married sex is awesome" one? Biblical sexology just might be the key....
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Christmas b******t: Holiday triggers, Krampus vs. God, and teasing biblical sexology
In my second annual non-Christmas Christmas episode, I discuss handling holiday-related triggers and choosing joy. I also take a ridiculous and unnecessary dive into the ways Krampus and the Christian God are essentially the same being, and, as a primer for season three, I define biblical…
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My Response to the Evangelical Response to WAP
WAP certainly garnered an interesting response. While clearly not for everyone, the lyrics nonetheless conveyed an empowered, experienced version of female sexuality that we don’t often see in mainstream media. Adding to the conversation surrounding this song two years after it was released might...
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Shut up and Listen: The Christian Right's War on Queer Identities
The Christian Right's rhetoric around queer and trans people continues to take lives. Join me for a brief and frank discussion of my thoughts surrounding current events. Please consider donating to legitimate queer/trans organizations; here is a list. Content warning: violence, anti-queer…
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Culture Wars and a Few Bad Men
Culture wars. You’ve heard the term and have likely seen it in practice, whether or not you realized it. In this episode I’m taking a shallow dive into how culture wars manifest in Evangelical Christian culture. After a very brief history lesson, we will look at two examples—one viral, one...
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Checking in, and a brief rant about Evangelical Twitter
Life always finds a way to keep you on your toes, eh? Hi folx, it's been awhile. In this episode I talk a bit about myself and where I've been, make some media recommendations, and rant about Evangelical Twitter. Come for the gossip, stay for the season three teaser! You can expect a return to…
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RE Book Club: "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" Part 4
The Runaway Eve Book Club is once again in session. We're continuing our deep dive into the infamous "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", written by Evangelical darling of the 90s Joshua Harris. Yes, he's since renounced the book. Yes, he's since "apologized". But, as they say... "there is nothing…
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Martyrdom Porn and the Evangelical Persecution Complex Part 3
This is the third and final (for now) part of our deep dive into the myth of Christian persecution in this country, and today we are looking at the tragic story of a young man who was inexplicably willing and eager to die for his faith. After his death, he was turned into a martyr by many people…
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RE Book Club: "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" Part 3
The Runaway Eve Book Club is once again in session. We're continuing our deep dive into the infamous "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", written by Evangelical darling of the 90s Joshua Harris. Yes, he's since renounced the book. Yes, he's since "apologized". But, as they say... "there is nothing…
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Martyrdom Porn and the Evangelical Persecution Complex Part 2
Today we are continuing the discussion of the myth of Christian persecution in this country by looking at one of the most infamous martyr stories in recent history. Evangelical Christianity took the opportunity to run with the story of a teenage girl, with her whole life ahead of her, brutally...
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RE Book Club: "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" Part 2
The Runaway Eve Book Club is once again in session. We're continuing our deep dive into the infamous "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", written by Evangelical darling of the 90s Joshua Harris. Yes, he's since renounced the book. Yes, he's since "apologized". But, as they say... "there is nothing…
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Martyrdom Porn and the Evangelical Persecution Complex Part 1
What do Nine Inch Nails, Communism, blood being poured into a chalice, and kids playing Ring Around the Rosie have in common? If you guessed they’re all connected to the music video for one of the most popular Christian alternative songs of the 90s, you’d be correct! Today we are starting a...
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Shut up and Listen: Forced birth in the USA
Once again the Christian Right is forcing their regressive, willfully ignorant, and scientifically baseless beliefs on a country that claims to uphold the separation of church and state. I’m pissed, so I need you to shut up and listen for a few minutes. Feel free to share this episode with…
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Jesus was a cult leader and the death cult lives on!
Jesus was a cult leader and the death cult lives on! In this episode I take a quick look at what Easter means to Evangelical Christians, and the historical context it is based on. That’s… pretty much it. Author’s note: at one point I say that Evangelicals don’t celebrate Lent—I should not have…
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Courtship, Sex, and Dating: A Follow-Up
Previously, we talked about how Evangelical Christianity’s guidelines and restrictions surrounding sex, love, and dating can be overwhelming, challenging, and damaging to young people navigating these practices within the culture. In a continuation of that conversation, we are looking at how…
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RE Book Club: "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" Part 1
Join me for the first meeting of the Runaway Eve Book Club! We're taking a deep dive into the infamous "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", written by Evangelical darling of the 90s Joshua Harris. Yes, he's since renounced the book. Yes, he's since "apologized". But, as they say... "there is nothing...
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Courtship, Sex, and Dating
Evangelical Christianity has some very specific guidelines when it comes to sex, love, and dating. While many people do understandably take comfort in these restrictions, feeling forced to experience romantic relationships in one specific way can be overwhelming at best, and damaging and…
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On Original Sin
Happy new year! I’m kicking off season two with a conversation about the Evangelical Christian concept of original sin—where it comes from, what it means, why I think it can be so damaging to those growing up in the faith… and how I think, to an extent, they kind of have a point. The idea for…
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Christmas potpourri: a Josh Duggar update, coping mechanisms, and a look towards the future
Happy holidays! In the spirit of giving, I wanted to give you a proper finale, and one last Josh Duggar update. The trial happened, he was found guilty on both counts, and he currently sits behind bars awaiting sentencing. It’s a Christmas miracle! After our JD update, I go over some ways to cope...
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Shut Up and Listen: Josh Duggar's Pre-Trial Shenanigans
What might be Josh Duggar's largest and most consequential reality check is about to take place, and things are happening fast. In this episode I go over the most interesting details of the lead up to his trial, which is set to start on November 30. Is this a reckoning for Josh and the whole…
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Coping with Doubt
To a primarily deconstructing/deconstructed audience this might sound like a ridiculous question, but how are you doing with doubts? Doubting or questioning aspects of your faith—even if you no longer identify with the culture or religion—can be extremely jarring, especially when you go through...
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A Thousand Ways to Dodge Accountability: Checking in on Josh Duggar
Many were shocked when it was revealed that husband, father of many children, and TLC darling Josh Duggar had accessed violently inappropriate pornographic materials at his workplace. The shock continued when he was formally charged with said crimes. I say that “many” were shocked, because… well,...
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The Evangelical Stage: Where Sexism and “Comedy” Collide
What do a mediocre megachurch pastor, Mike Huckabee, and the Babylon Bee have in common? They say all the world's a stage.... Evangelical leaders have taken full advantage of that fact to infuse their "message" with "comedy". Or are they infusing their "comedy" with a message? And when that…
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Shut Up and Listen: Texas is Coming for Your Uterus, Again
This time we’re ranting about menstrual cycles, fetal development, and comparisons to gun rights while we try to unpack Texas’ S.B. 8. I... actually don't have much to say here. Texas not only wants to outlaw abortions up to a point before many people even know they are pregnant—they want you to…
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A Shallow Dive into White Christian Nationalism
Was the January 6 insurrection a shocking outlier event carried out by extremists, or was it a byproduct of the theology of one of the most prominent religions in the world? The answer is more complicated than you might think. This episode serves as an introduction to White Christian Nationalism,...
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Shut Up and Listen: On Josh Duggar and Protecting Dangerous Behavior
This is a quick and dirty bonus episode (rant?) to introduce you to Josh Duggar and the way Evangelical Christianity tends to protect their own from any sort of real-world consequences, often with disregard for the very real harm caused (and with feet firmly planted on what they perceive to be…
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Focus on who? A response to Jim Daly
What do you do when an Evangelical media mogul tries to debunk the very real experiences that are leading some of us to make connections between his belief system and acts of violence? You record yourself reacting to said debunking, of course. Inspired by Brad Onishi of the Straight White…
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Evangelical Beauty Standards
If you were ever a girl that went to an Evangelical Christian church, you know exactly what it feels like to be told how to (and how not to) dress, speak, act, sit, do your makeup, wear your hair, and generally exist, all while also being told that you were made in God's image by people who…
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God as a Coping Mechanism
Why does Evangelical Christian culture rely so heavily on God and their religious beliefs to cope? Join me as we look at how Evangelicals use their religion to cope with trauma, some reasons why they might do it, and how authentic, tangible support through intentional community building might be…
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Christian Summer Camp
Did you go to camp when you were a kid? Did your camp experience involve things like being forced to confess your sins and being slut-shamed by camp staff? Mine did. Join me as we relive our Christian summer camp experiences! In this first of a multi-part arc, we will listen to several…
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Cultivated irreverence, by and for a former church kid. A haven for those who seek radicalization and reclamation.
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