Having left the Old Order Amish 27 years ago, Eli Yoder, has helped 200+ people flee the Amish community. In today's episode, we discuss the consequences of leaving the Amish, how his mother demanded he never return, and ultimately how his fan base helped soften his mother, and the discussion they recently had when he paid her a visit.
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Eli’s 1st interview: When Depression is Considered SIN in the Old Order AMISH (ft. Eli Yoder)
Eli’s 2nd interview: Old Order AMISH: Devastating Effects of ZERO S*x Ed Before Marriage (ft. Eli Yoder)
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Eli’s book - Undeceived: From Amish Tradition to Christ’s Redemption
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Chapter marks
00:04:01 Eli explains the Old Order Amish
00:07:03 Why Eli wanted to leave the religion
00:13:18 How Eli escaped the Old Order Amish
00:16:38 How affection is s*xualized within the Amish community
00:22:15 Consequences of leaving
00:31:08 Eli's mother cuts him off
00:41:12 Eli reflects on the reconciliation with his mother
00:49:48 Amish Traditions Eli Still holds onto
00:50:53 Eli’s book: Undeceived: From Amish Tradition to Christ’s Redemption
00:55:29 Linda, Listen
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