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Join Andrew Pledger in exposing Bob Jones University, a school known for its culture of indoctrination and control. BJU is a fundamentalist Christian college with roots in white supremacy and authoritarianism. The monthly podcast features survivors' stories from the university, and its affiliated churches, camps, and day schools. The show also explores BJU's influence beyond the university and its impact on American society. This show is a continuation of the limited series "Surviving BJU: A Christian Cult.” Join my Patreon for bonus episodes and other exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/4ndrewpledger My Linktree: https://andrewpledger.mypixieset.com/links/ Hosted on Acast. See <a sty
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Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism is hosted by Andrew Pledger. The show has published 43 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Episodes Coming 2026" (8 November 2025, 2 minutes), "Klandamentalism w/ Dr. Camille Lewis" (28 September 2025, 54 minutes), and "The Old and The New Promise w/ Erin Burchwell" (27 September 2025, 54 minutes).
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 52 minutes across 43 episodes.
Booking probability for Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism's contact route on record: verified email.
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Andrew Pledger hosts Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism, a society podcast with 43 episodes published.
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Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>Host Andrew Pledger thanks listeners for their support and announces changes for the next season. The podcast will shift its focus to exploring how controlling systems disconnect us from ourselves, their impact on...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode, host Andrew Pledger speaks with Dr. Camille Lewis about her new book 'Klandamentalism.' The conversation delves into the historical and contemporary ties between Christian fundamentalism, white...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode, host Andrew Pledger interviews Erin Burchwell, who delves into the broken promises of Bob Jones University, particularly focusing on the 'Old Promise', an endowment fund meant to support long-time...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In today's episode, Kate shares her journey from being raised in the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) movement to becoming an accidental advocate and activist. She discusses her experiences with emotional and...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode, host Andrew Pledger talks with Elizabeth, a survivor of Bob Jones Academy and University. They discuss Elizabeth's struggles with mental health, the stigma surrounding it in fundamentalist Christian...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode, host Andrew Pledger welcomes Eleanor Skelton, an advocate for awareness about abuse in homeschooling and restrictive religious circles. Eleanor shares their experiences growing up in the Independent...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode, host Andrew Pledger interviews Chris Peterman, a Bob Jones University alum and activist who led the Do Right BJU movement. Chris shares his experiences growing up in fundamentalist Christian...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode, host Andrew Pledger speaks with Shielagh Clark, a survivor of abuse tied to Bob Jones University and an affiliated church. Shielagh shares her harrowing journey of abuse beginning at age 15, and how...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>Host Andrew Pledger explores the impact of Christian fundamentalism, particularly at Bob Jones University (BJU), by interviewing of Rebekah Knauf, a survivor who attended and graduated from BJU from 2015-2018. Their...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode of Beyond BJU, host Andrew Pledger interviews Stephanie, who shares her experiences growing up in an Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) church pastor’s family. Stephanie reveals her struggles with...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this powerful episode, Sheri Cotuna shares her harrowing experience of sexual abuse while a student at Bob Jones University and the subsequent mishandling of her case by the university administration. Sheri is...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this clip, I announce a break and the outsourcing of editing for recorded episodes of season two. I express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported and listened, especially the courageous survivors who...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>Today marks the 10th anniversary of the Grace Report, which investigated Bob Jones University's mishandling of sexual abuse claims. In this episode, I share previously unreleased audio files that reveal the harmful...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>This episode features Dr. Laura Anderson, founder of the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery. Dr. Anderson discusses healing from religious trauma, her book 'When Religion Hurts You,' and the challenges of...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this special episode of the Indoctrination podcast, host Rachel Bernstein discusses the aftermath of the election with Andrew Pledger. They share their initial reactions and delve into the impact of the election...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode, Lane White, a transgender individual and a former BJU student, shares his journey of self-discovery. Lane recounts his upbringing in a Baptist household, his experiences at BJU, and the challenges of...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>Jay Cozzini shares his journey from an isolated upbringing in Alaska to attending Bob Jones University. Jay offers an insider perspective on the culture at BJU and recounts experiences of exploiting loopholes in...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>Access the FULL EPISODE HERE: https://patreon.com/4ndrewpledger</p><br><p>In this Patreon bonus episode, I discuss the concept of spiritual abuse, delving into my personal journey of discovering and defining it. I...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>In this episode, I welcome Daisy back and she delves into her harrowing experiences at BJU and the Wilds Christian Camp. Daisy recounts instances of religious indoctrination, physical and emotional abuse, and the...
Beyond BJU: Exposing Fundamentalism
<p>Access the full episode HERE: https://www.patreon.com/4ndrewpledger</p><br><p>In this Patreon bonus episode I delve into betrayal trauma, a concept I recently discovered that deeply resonates with me. Drawing from...
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Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Furman University, Bob Jones University
licensed psychotherapist, trauma resolution coach, religious trauma consultant, speaker, author, educator, Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery
Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery
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