S3 E30 The Reluctant Apostate: In Conversation with Lloyd Evans

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April 13, 2025 • 79 mins

In this episode of the Cult Vault Podcast, host Kacey speaks with Lloyd Evans, a former Jehovah's Witness and current activist, about his journey out of the organisation and the complexities of Jehovah's Witness beliefs. They discuss the history of the Jehovah's Witnesses, the impact of indoctrination on children, and the challenges faced by those who leave the faith, including rapture anxiety. Lloyd shares insights on how to support children from different belief systems and the importance of compassion and understanding. The discussion also touches on the dynamics within survivor communities and the importance of constructive dialogue in healing and understanding.

Lloyd's Books, Websites and YouTube:
The Reluctant Apostate: Leaving Jehovah's Witnesses Comes at a Price: https://amzn.eu/d/4BEY6Jj
How to Escape From Jehovah's Witnesses: https://amzn.eu/d/g4gaJ9G
www.jwwatch.org
www.youtube.com/@LloydEvans

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