Episodes

  • Escaping350Utopia. Episode 1
    Sep 25 2024

    This week we are back with a new guest, Andrew, Who shares what it was like to be in the United Pentecostal Church for 30 years. Being an analytical thinker in a high control organization is often tough and it was no different for Andrew. At some point the quiet sound of things that do not make sense becomes louder and becomes something you can no longer ignore. Even at the risk of suffering consequences that we were told would happen if we questioned the authority over us.

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    48 mins
  • Now I See. Episode 3
    Sep 18 2024

    Bryan is back this week to wrap up his story of leaving the UPCI. We were often taught the verse "study to show thyself approved" but studying brought questions that no one in the highest leadership positions could seem to answer. So what do you do when the place you called home ends up being nothing more than manipulation? Because "once you see it, you can't unsee it."

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Now I see. Episode 2
    Sep 5 2024

    This week Bryan is back to bring us part 2 of his story. Being told that you have what it takes to be somebody in the organization is the dream of most people who attend. But when words are not met with action by those leaders who speak into us it can be confusing and frustrating for someone who is giving their all to the church. Eventually Bryan finds an outlet to be a minister but it becomes the thing that ultimately opens the door for him to leave the UPCI.

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    53 mins
  • Now I see. Episode 1
    Aug 28 2024

    This week we are back with our new guest, Bryan, who shares the story of his time in the United Pentecostal Church. From a young age feeling the pressure to be saved by speaking in tongues, trying to have a bulletproof doctrine to defend, to feeling the betrayl of leadership letting you down, this episode covers a lot of ground and you will not want to miss what Bryan has to say.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • The Old Rugged Cross. Single Episode.
    Aug 21 2024
    Hi friends. Season 2 is back with a guest outside of the United States and brings a perspective of what the UPC is like in other countries. Our guest shares her incredible journey of being a “miracle baby” and finding the courage to seek professional help to find true healing.
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    40 mins
  • I wouldn’t take nothing for my journey now. The follow up
    Jul 24 2024
    Keaton is back to help me wrap up season 1. We discuss the cult like tendencies within these organizations, tithing manipulation, and the ongoing issues of assault. What is the goal in bringing these topics to life and what is the hope for people still inside? Find out this week. https://m.youtube.com/@roundtablediscussions?si=Y2KcIZ00U8MuzPHW
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    46 mins
  • Gratitude. The follow up.
    Jul 17 2024
    Melissa is back to talk about what the last year has been like for her since leaving the organization in 2023. We discuss what salvation looks like to her now as well as how her views changed about oneness theology. You won’t want to miss this week!
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    53 mins
  • I saw the light. Part 3
    Jul 3 2024
    This week we wrap up our interview with Scot about his time in the UPCI. When you become aware of the flaws within the organization, sometimes speaking up can bring a backlash. Defending minorities and women often puts a target on your back with people in the organization. In the end, we learn, we grow and we become better.
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    52 mins