Today we’re heading to California to talk about a case that shook a quiet community. It started with grieving families and a trusted funeral home — but ended with headlines no one saw coming. Grab your coffee, because this story will leave you questioning who you can trust when saying goodbye.

Trigger Warnings
Desecration of a Body
Possible Murder

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He was charming, intelligent, and even won a spot on a popular TV dating show. But behind the smile, Rodney Alcala was hiding a dark secret. Join us as we delve into the chilling story of the man who became known as "The Dating Game Killer."​

Trigger Warnings:
Murder
Torture
Rape

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In this episode, we dive into the controversy surrounding Tony Jones, the Emergent Church, and The New Evangelicals. From past allegations of abuse and manipulation to the recent GRACE investigation into Tim Whitaker and TNE, we examine how power, silence, and image protection can cause deep harm—even in progressive faith spaces. This is a story of accountability, survivors speaking out, and the urgent need for communities to confront abuse wherever it shows up.

Trigger Warnings:
Domestic Violence
Spiritual Abuse
Victim Shaming
Workplace Abuse
Manipulation
Gaslighting
Religious Trauma

R.L. Stoller
https://rlstollar.com/
https://rlstollar.com/2015/02/11/the-evidence-against-tony-jones/comment-page-1/

TNE Links:
Full Report: https://julieroys.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/TNEFinalReportandRecommendations.pdf

Rick’s Articles
Article 1: https://baptistnews.com/article/allegations-against-tim-whitaker-and-the-new-evangelicals-show-how-hierarchy-transfers-to-progressive-ministries/

Article 2: https://baptistnews.com/article/that-time-i-got-an-angry-call-from-the-subject-of-an-article-about-anger-and-abuse/

Article 3:
https://baptistnews.com/article/comment-from-bngs-editor-on-our-coverage-of-the-new-evangelicals/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwL3XBVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHgyhdoSIdrBwsQ0t7SASyFruzlw9A-u2uTFocW1Lw0-0Y5TQNR_0s9XIlCWs_aem_jykkw0Opzuf6VzqinfGh3Q

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When Jon and Shamika Hayes claimed they were “teaching” their teenage daughter about sex, the reality was far more disturbing. What unfolded was a horrifying case of parental betrayal, abuse, and manipulation disguised as education.

** Trigger Warning **
Sexual Assault
Rape

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They claimed to be led by divine visions, but their version of holiness was anything but sacred. What started as a spiritual revival quickly spiraled into something much darker. In this episode, we uncover the twisted truth behind the group known as the Holy Rollers.

Trigger Warnings:
Cults
Spiritual Abuse
Sexual Abuse
Animal Abuse
Murder (Not Graphic)
Suicide

Fahlo
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15 year old Elizabeth was looking for a friend, someone to trust during a difficult part of high school. When she found that trust and friendship in a school teacher, she felt seen and heard. However, Elizabeth was unprepared for the horrifying, secret plans her teacher had for her. In the midst of her teacher’s plotting, an unlikely hero would help save Elizabeth.

Trigger Warnings:
Kidnapping
Rape
Grooming

Fahlo
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He was a youth pastor, a devoted father, and a trusted member of his church. From the outside, Matthew Lee Richards seemed like the kind of man any family would be lucky to have. But behind the Bible verses and Sunday smiles… something much darker was festering. One quiet evening, that darkness erupted — and his family paid the price. This is the story of Matthew Lee Richards — a youth pastor who did the unthinkable.

Trigger Warnings:
Attempted Murder (Kind of Graphic)

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