Tara Jean Stevens - Heaven Bent
Divorced: Pentecostalism
CW: Sexuality discussed
Today I’m speaking with fellow Canadian Tara Jean (TJ) Stevens, the host and creator of Heaven Bent, a podcast docuseries with a special focus on Pentecostal and Charismatic movements. In addition to her successful podcast, TJ has also been a morning show favourite on Vancouver radio & TV for 25 years. Listen to "Tara Jean in the Morning" on Wave 98.3 - Vancouver's Coolest Vibe.
In this episode, TJ shares candidly how the “Toronto Blessing” and other charismatic Christian experiences impacted her life.
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