بهترین پادکست های Deconstruction (2025)

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Deconstructing "Men are the head, but women are the neck" | Reclaiming your voice after spiritual abuse and leaving a high-demand religion 17:19

1d ago17:19

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If you grew up in a high-control religion and are recovering from abuse, you might still find yourself self-censoring or managing others subtly instead of expressing your true needs. This episode deconstructs the "men are the head, women are the neck" metaphor, unpacking how it fuels sexism and unhealthy communication patterns that linger even afte…

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The Truth About the Skilled Labor “Shortage,” AI Hiring & the Future of Construction 1:12:53

4d ago1:12:53

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Everyone’s talking about a skilled labor shortage — but what if it’s not real? In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, Kosta, Johny, and Charlie sit down with Matteo Nunziata, founder of UBILD, to unpack how AI is transforming hiring in construction and why the real problem isn’t a shortage — it’s a labor utilization crisis. Matteo shares ho…

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Defending the Bible: At What Cost? A Conversation with Chris Cornthwaite, PhD 50:02

5d ago50:02

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Christian apologetics—the practice of defending the faith and proving the Bible’s truth—can sound noble on the surface. But when “defending God” means justifying genocide, slavery, and other acts of violence found in scripture, what happens to our moral compass? In this episode, we sit down with Chris Cornthwaite, who holds a Master of Divinity, a …

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Ep178 - About anger and the so-called angry teenager 15:34

6d ago15:34

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In this episode we talk about the anger that is a very consistent companion during our healing, the so called angry teenager you might have heard about and how to deal with the anger. You might have seen a quote like this: “Healing can be so hard. It’s a constant battle between your inner child who is hurting, your inner teenager who is angry and y…

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Cracks in the Noise: Attention as Sacred Currency (East Forest) 1:05:03

16d ago1:05:03

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Are we creating cracks in the fog of our collective consciousness—or adding to the noise? In this conversation, I sit down with musician and spiritual artist ⁠East Forest⁠ to explore attention as sacred currency in a world that profits from our distraction. We speak about creating art that interrupts rather than performs, the tension of living with…

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Ep. 213 - Is Deconstruction Bad? (...it's not) 32:08

18d ago32:08

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Episode Description In this episode, John takes on a question that’s been floating around the public conversation for years — often asked with fear, frustration, or misunderstanding: Is deconstruction a bad thing? After years of listening to the debate unfold online and in church spaces, it felt like time to finally respond. This conversation is pa…

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Ep. 215 - Kerstin Hedlund "Faith on the Frontlines" pt. 1 27:17

3d ago27:17

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Episode Summary In this two-part conversation, John sits down with Pastor Kerstin Hedlund, a U.S. Army Chaplain whose story offers a rare window into what faith looks like when it’s lived out in the hardest and most human places. From her path into military chaplaincy to the deep questions that arise in the presence of trauma and moral injury, Kers…

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“I know this church is true” deconstructed. | The role of blind faith in religious trauma and spiritual abuse in high demand religions 15:48

4d ago15:48

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What if letting go of the need to be 100 percent certain is the very thing that finally gives you peace? If you grew up in a high demand religion repeating statements like “I know this church is true,” you were trained to prize certainty over curiosity. This episode helps you recognize how that conditioning can fuel anxiety, people-pleasing, and bl…

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Am I Still a Good Person After Leaving Religion? Heal Spiritual Abuse, Trauma, and Shame from High Demand Religion 15:32

9d ago15:32

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After you left your high-control group, do you secretly worry that leaving may have made you a 'bad' person? Spiritual abuse, religious trauma, and shame from high demand religions can impact our lives long after leaving. This episode speaks to that lingering fear by separating your personal morality from church attendance, so you can stop second-g…

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From Tools to Systems, Contracts, and AI: Lessons from Highland Electric 1:27:06

11d ago1:27:06

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In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, we sit down with Ben Bruce, owner of Highland Electric in Winnipeg. Ben shares how he built a lean, efficient electrical business by focusing on systems, contracts, and craftsmanship — not chaos. The Jobtable founders and Ben dive deep into the realities of running a construction business today — from …

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Ep. 214 - Hell, The Devil, and Atonement Theories 43:29

11d ago43:29

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Episode: Hell, the Devil, and Atonement Theories What exactly do Christians mean when they talk about hell? Where did the idea of the devil come from, and why does it look so different across the Bible? And why are there so many different theories of atonement—Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection—when most of us only ever hear one? In this episode,…

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Deconstructing “Submit to Your Husband” | Women’s empowerment as an antidote to spiritual abuse after leaving high-demand religions 16:34

11d ago16:34

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Have you ever been told to “submit to your husband”? This episode of Brainwash Be Gone unpacks one of the most damaging and normalized teachings from high-control, high demand religions and reveals how it impacts women’s autonomy, self-worth, and relationships even after leaving religion. If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, self-censorsh…

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Heck yeah, “My Body is a Temple” | What women exvangelicals, exmormons, recovering catholics, and former jehovah’s witnesses need to recover from religious trauma and fully enjoy our bodies 12:59

16d ago12:59

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Have you ever been told “your body is a temple” in a way that left you feeling ashamed, restricted, or disconnected from yourself? For many of us, this is part of our religious trauma. If you’re healing from high-control religion, rules about modesty, purity, and appearance can linger as anxiety, scrupulosity, and disconnection from your own desire…

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Building a 30-Tech Empire, Water Wellness, and Systems That Scale w/ Alessandro Cernuto 1:03:18

18d ago1:03:18

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In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, we sit down with Alessandro Cernuto, founder of Sorso Wellness Water — a fast-growing company that scaled from an idea to 30+ technicians in just five years. We dive into how he built his operation, systemized every part of his business, and tapped into the booming health and wellness market with a tru…

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“Motherhood is your highest purpose” can lead to low self-worth and religious trauma. How exvangelicals, excatholics, and exmormon women can choose an authentic life whether they have kids or not. 15:32

19d ago15:32

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What if your worth has nothing to do with whether you become a mother, how many children you have, or how perfectly you parent? If you were taught that motherhood is your highest purpose, you might still feel pressure, guilt, or confusion when your real life does not match that script. This episode helps you untangle those messages so you can build…

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“Don’t Ask Questions” is a tool of spiritual abuse used by high demand religions; bring back your curious side to heal religious trauma! 14:05

23d ago14:05

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High demand religions don't tolerate questions. This episode explores spiritual abuse in high demand religions and the importance of reclaiming your curiosity. Were you ever told to stop asking questions about your faith, and did it make you doubt your own judgment? If you've grown up in or left a high-control religion, you may still feel a tug-of-…

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From Trenches to the Top: The AquaSTOP Story w/ Antonio 1:05:38

25d ago1:05:38

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In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, the boys sit down with Antonio from AquaSTOP Waterproofing & Construction — a powerhouse contractor from the GTA who’s built a loyal following (18K+ on Instagram) by keeping it real. Antonio shares how he started in the trenches straight out of high school, turned risk into reward, and built one of Ont…

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Ep. 212 - Does the Bible Really Condemn Same-Sex Relationships? 30:10

25d ago30:10

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Episode Summary You’ve probably heard it before: “The Bible clearly condemns homosexuality.” But is that actually true? In this episode, we put that claim under a microscope. We dig into the six main passages most often cited against same-sex relationships, examine them in their original language and cultural context, and confront the translation c…

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Deconstructing “Marriage is forever” [Women overcoming religious trauma as an exvangelical, exmormon, recovering catholic, or former jehovah’s witness] 18:51

25d ago18:51

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Explore the impact of rigid beliefs on personal freedom as we discuss the ‘marriage is forever’ doctrine. Have you ever felt trapped by the belief that a promise, especially one about marriage, must be kept no matter the cost? If you grew up in a high-control religion, you were likely taught that breaking vows is sinful or shameful. But what if tha…

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Season 2 Trailer: Deconstructing religious trauma and spiritual abuse for exvangelicals, exmormons, excatholics, former jehovah's witness 0:59

26d ago0:59

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If you’ve quit a high control, high demand religion, or cult after suffering spiritual abuse and religious trauma, then YOU know, just like I know, how super frustrating it can be to realize that – although we’re physically free – that old psychological conditioning still echoes in our minds over and over, sometimes for years or even decades after …

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Ep. 211 - Sarah Hurwitz "As A Jew: Reclaiming Our Story" (pt. 2) 33:51

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In Part Two of our interview with Sarah Hurwitz, we dive deeper into the big questions raised in Here All Along. Drawing on her experiences in both politics and faith, Sarah reflects on the role of ritual, the meaning of community, and how spiritual practices can ground us in an unsteady world. In this episode, we discuss: How Jewish rituals and pr…

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How Elite Contractors Scale: Profit, Delegation & the ADHD Advantage w/ John MacDonald 1:09:51

1M ago1:09:51

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If you run a trades business and feel “busy” but not truly profitable, this episode is your playbook. Contractor coach John MacDonald (Integrity Corporate Solutions) joins us to unpack the systems elite contractors use to scale: burn-rate math in 15-minute blocks, objection-crushing sales language (“Other than price…”), delegating with real authori…

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Re-Engage Old Leads and Close More Jobs w/ Andrew Killian 59:16

1M ago59:16

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In Episode 40 of The Deconstruction Podcast, the guys sit down with Andrew Killian, founder of Homestead Hot Leads. Andrew shares how his pay-for-performance model is helping contractors win more high-ticket jobs by re-engaging with the leads already sitting in their CRM. Instead of burning money on upfront ad spend, Andrew shows why the goldmine i…

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Ep. 210 - Sarah Hurwitz "As A Jew: Reclaiming Our Story" (pt. 1) 35:38

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In this first half of our conversation with Sarah Hurwitz—author, former White House speechwriter, and chief speechwriter for First Lady Michelle Obama—we explore her journey from the political stage to a deeply personal exploration of faith. Sarah was part of President Obama’s speechwriting team, helping craft some of his most memorable addresses,…

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Attention as Activism: The Power of Thresholds (Dr. Patrick O’Neill) 1:18:14

2M ago1:18:14

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How do we navigate times of disorientation and change without losing ourselves? In this conversation, Dr. Patrick O’Neill brings his background in organizational psychology and years of guiding leaders through transformation to reflect on thresholds as spaces of both challenge and possibility. We talk about attention as a radical act, vocation as a…

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Buy Now Pay Later for Contractors, $3M “Modular Homes” & Old-School Sales That Still Work 54:20

2M ago54:20

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In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast (Ep. 39), the guys dig into two major topics shaping construction today. First, we break down Jobtable’s latest features—optional line items for upselling and a brand-new “Buy Now, Pay Later” payment option powered by Stripe that helps contractors get paid instantly while giving clients flexible financi…

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Ep. 209 - The History of the Bible: How We Got the Scriptures We Have Today 26:51

2M ago26:51

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Episode Summary The Bible is often treated as if it arrived perfectly bound, leather-covered, and gold-edged, straight from heaven. But the reality is far more complex—and far more interesting. In this episode, we dig into the real history of how the Bible was formed—from its earliest writings to the process of canonization, from the Apocrypha to t…

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Social City Series with Keiron Lander | The power of community and the importance of giving back 56:36

2M ago56:36

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Send us a text Keiron Lander joins Janelle and Morgan on the first episode of new look Deconstructions Podcast. We hope you enjoy our new Social City Series. At Helix, we help businesses and projects to achieve inclusive and socially responsible outcomes. By delivering both community and commercial success, we leave behind a lasting positive impact…

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From Hella to Gezellig: Rebecca's Journey to Safe Comfort | Feral Podcast Ep. 4 14:28

2M ago14:28

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Welcome back to the Feral Podcast, where we explore what it means to heal, reclaim, and come home to yourself. 🌿 In this episode, we follow Rebecca's journey from Hella to Gezellig — from chaos, overdrive, and burnout into the grounded, cozy sovereignty of her true self. This conversation is especially for the women who know this path well: 💎 Late-…

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Ep. 208 - Bailey Krawczyk "Lights, Camera, Control: Hillsong from the Inside" (Part 2) 40:26

2M ago40:26

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🧵 Episode Summary: In Part 2 of our conversation with Bailey Krawczyk, we move from the experience of life inside Hillsong to the harrowing process of getting out. Bailey opens up about the aftermath of leaving, the emotional toll of speaking out in the Hillsong documentary, and the backlash from those still inside the movement. We also explore the…

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Focus On The Family 27:49

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In this episode, we reflect on the legacy of James Dobson and Focus on the Family. Raised under the weight of his strict and authoritarian teachings, we unpack the lasting impact of his model for parenting through punishment and control, his rigid prescriptions for women and marriage, and his political crusades against LGBTQ rights. This is not jus…

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Feral Podcast Episode 3: Towanda!! From Masking to Belonging After Deconstruction 24:37

2M ago24:37

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So many of us have masked just to belong — especially in spaces where, deep down, we never truly fit. Our nervous systems got wired to stay "good," keep the peace, and disappear. Evelyn's story is a Towanda moment. By choosing herself over invisibility, she gently retrained her body and her boundaries to feel safe being seen. The result? A life whe…

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“Canada’s ‘Labor Shortage’ Is 100% Bullsh*t" w/ Manny Neves 1:10:03

2M ago1:10:03

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In this episode of the Deconstruction Podcast, Kosta, Johny, and Charlie sit down with Manny Neves—host of The Construction Life Podcast and one of the most outspoken voices in the trades. Manny doesn’t sugarcoat it: 👉 Canada doesn’t have a labor shortage—it has a utilization problem. 👉 Development charges and taxes are crippling the housing market…

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Ep. 207 - Bailey Krawczyk "Lights, Camera, Control: Hillsong from the Inside" (Part 1) 41:03

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🧵 Episode Summary: In this first of a two-part conversation, we sit down with Bailey Krawczyk, a former Hillsong member who bravely spoke out in the Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed documentary. Bailey shares what initially drew her to the movement—its music, its energy, its promises of purpose—and how that promise slowly unraveled. From inside the w…

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7 Proven Ways Contractors Can Get Paid Faster (and Fix Cash Flow) 42:34

2M ago42:34

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Cash flow is one of the biggest challenges in construction—but it doesn’t have to be. This episode dives into 7 proven strategies that help contractors get paid faster, avoid disputes, and build stronger client relationships. Learn how digital invoicing, progress billing, multiple payment options, and more can transform the way you manage your mone…

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Feral Podcast: Where Deconstruction Meets Dangerous Woman - When does love turn into self-erasure? - Christina Yang moment from Grays Anatomy 18:04

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When does love turn into self-erasure? Cristina Yang almost gave herself away. In Grey's Anatomy, we watch her shrink for Preston Burke — bending, twisting, and almost erasing herself to fit the role of "good wife." He wanted the wedding. He wanted the rules. He wanted her small. But when it all collapsed? Cristina's body told the truth. The relief…

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Ep. 206 - Zionism, Gaza, and the Western Church: Untangling a Complicated History 41:41

2M ago41:41

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🔍 Episode Summary In this episode, we step into one of the most emotionally and politically charged issues in modern history—the war in Gaza and the roots of Zionism. With so much confusion around the history, theology, and current events, we take a step back to examine how we got here and why it matters. We trace the origins of modern Zionism, the…

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10 Insanely Powerful Ways Construction Contractors Are Using AI to Crush the Competition 49:24

2M ago49:24

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In this episode of the Deconstruction Podcast, Kosta and Johny reveal 10 insanely powerful ways contractors are using ChatGPT to crush the competition. From 3D renderings and blueprint adjustments to automated quotes, contracts, and maintenance guides, they break down how artificial intelligence is transforming the construction industry. Whether yo…

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Queer, Christian, and Done Begging for a Seat at the Table with Brandan Robertson 48:21

2M ago48:21

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Send us a text What does it mean to reclaim faith when the church has too often used the Bible as a weapon? In this episode of Bible, Bravery, and Bullsh#!t, Dan Minor sits down with pastor, author, and activist Brandan Robertson—known as the “TikTok Pastor” and author of Queer and Christian: Reclaiming the Bible, Our Faith, and Our Place at the Ta…

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Teaser Episode: History on the Margins - The Corpse Synod 13:56

2M ago13:56

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Episode Description: In the year 897, Pope Stephen VI ordered the rotting corpse of his predecessor, Pope Formosus, to be dug up, dressed in papal robes, propped up on a throne, and put on trial. Yes, this actually happened. This bizarre and macabre moment in church history—known as the Cadaver Synod or Synodus Horrenda—is one of the most infamous …

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