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Tara Herbert opens up about how her identity was repeatedly erased: as a transracial adoptee in a white Mormon family, as a Black woman misled about the church’s problematic past, and as a mother excluded by men from spiritual rituals. She also shares her journey of rediscovering her identity and worth outside the confines of the Mormon church. For more Girlscamp content follow along on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. For ad inquiries please email girlscamp@58ember.com. All other emails to girlscamppodcast@gmail.com. References: Tara’s podcast “Pouty Mouth” Mormon Stories episode with Courtney Kimpel Jane Manning Green Flake Curse of Cain Breaking Down Patriarchy podcast FREE TOYS OR GIFT CARDS FOR TOYS! Everyone who signs up to my giveaway with Bellesa wins something! Enter here. The HydroJug Traveler is always by my side and are game changers for anyone on the go! Use code GIRLSCAMP at www.THEhydroJug.com to get 10% off today and start hydrating today! I have been loving Earlybird gummies! Use my single-use discount code GIRLSCAMP20 for 20% Off on EarlybirdCBD.com. These gummies are for those 21+ and ship to all 50 states! SpearmintLOVE has a fresh and modern take on the baby space. Check out their clothing and accessories and use code GIRLSCAMP for 25% off sitewide at spearmintlove.com, or browse on Instagram at @spearmintbaby. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re telling more mission tales, focusing on the lack of safety many missionaries experienced. From stalkers and hostile governments to dangerous companions and hurricanes, there's no shortage of ways to feel unsafe on a Mormon mission. The common thread? Those in charge doing the absolute least to ensure our safety. Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of unsafe situations, including being held up at gunpoint, stalking, and assault. For more Girlscamp content follow along on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. For ad inquiries please email girlscamp@58ember.com. All other emails to girlscamppodcast@gmail.com. My favorite part of my nighttime routine is Earlybird gummies! Use my single-use discount code GIRLSCAMP20 for 20% Off on EarlybirdCBD.com. These gummies are for those 21+ and ship to all 50 states! SpearmintLOVE has a fresh and modern take on the baby space. Check out their clothing and accessories and use code GIRLSCAMP for 25% off sitewide at spearmintlove.com, or browse on Instagram at @spearmintbaby. FREE TOYS OR GIFT CARDS FOR TOYS! Everyone who signs up to my giveaway with Bellesa wins something! Enter here. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Only three days into her honeymoon, Gabby's husband began abusing her. She believed he was a good Mormon boy because he’d always played the part. The violence continued, sometimes even triggered by church rules, until she found the strength to leave. Soon after, she discovered she was pregnant. Gabby shares how the church made her more vulnerable to abuse and how part of her healing journey was stepping away from an orthodox approach to Mormonism. Trigger warning: this episode contains descriptions of physical abuse For more Girlscamp content follow along on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. For ad inquiries please email girlscamp@58ember.com. All other emails to girlscamppodcast@gmail.com. SpearmintLOVE has a fresh and modern take on the baby space. Check out their clothing and accessories and use code GIRLSCAMP for 25% off sitewide at spearmintlove.com, or browse on Instagram at @spearmintbaby. Reclaim your sex life with Sense. Go to hey-sense.com and use code GIRLSCAMP at checkout for 25% off your order, or check it out at @hey.sense on Instagram. Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Charli XCX knows, being a girl can be so confusing—especially for a post-Mormon! Around the campfire today, we're chatting about grieving identity after a faith transition, a stake president who needs to grow up and learn some social skills, and why I haven't officially removed my records from the church yet.  I also respond to submissions about:  - How difficult it feels not to proselytize post-Mormonism after leaving - Saying no to family members about attending church events - Another common misconception about ex-Mormons- that we leave because we can't live in nuanced spaces - If it's ethical to lie to Mormon parents about queerness - A brainwashed missionary brother  For more Girlscamp content follow along on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. For ad inquiries please email girlscamp@58ember.com. All other emails to girlscamppodcast@gmail.com. Quote by Cheryl Strayed Title reference (Charli XCX song) Reclaim your sex life with Sense. Go to hey-sense.com and use code GIRLSCAMP at checkout for 25% off your order, or check it out at @hey.sense on Instagram. Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove SpearmintLOVE has a fresh and modern take on the baby space. Check out their clothing and accessories and use code GIRLSCAMP for 25% off sitewide at spearmintlove.com, or browse on Instagram at @spearmintbaby. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meredith Peterson shares the journey that led to her coming out as a transgender woman. She tried to live the model Mormon life, including going on a mission and graduating from Brigham Young University. She even had to endure horrible conversion therapy sessions in a family friend’s basement. After coming out as gay, she discovered the art of drag. Her fabulous drag persona, Ms. Mer, helped her ultimately embrace her true self as Meredith.  For more Girlscamp content follow along on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. For ad inquiries please email girlscamp@58ember.com. All other emails to girlscamppodcast@gmail.com. Reclaim your sex life with Sense. Go to hey-sense.com and use code GIRLSCAMP at checkout for 25% off your order, or check it out at @hey.sense on Instagram. Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove SpearmintLOVE has a fresh and modern take on the baby space. Check out their clothing and accessories and use code GIRLSCAMP for 25% off sitewide at spearmintlove.com, or browse on Instagram at @spearmintbaby. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up for the best (and craziest) posts from the exmormon subreddit. I’ve curated wild stories, thought-provoking questions, and hilarious comments from my favorite Reddit page to scroll through late at night. We’re talking about murderous moms (yes, you read that right), a Sunday school lesson about Taylor Swift, and a return missionary getting engaged after just one day. Like I said, buckle up! For more Girlscamp content follow along on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube For ad inquiries please email girlscamp@58ember.com. All other emails to girlscamppodcast@gmail.com. Reclaim your sex life with Sense. Go to hey-sense.com and use code GIRLSCAMP at checkout for 25% off your order, or check it out at @hey.sense on Instagram. Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove SpearmintLOVE has a fresh and modern take on the baby space. Check out their clothing and accessories and use code GIRLSCAMP for 25% off sitewide at spearmintlove.com, or browse on Instagram at @spearmintbaby. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 10 years, Kelsey Wells is finally ready to share her whole story about leaving Mormonism. We dive into her devout Mormon upbringing, her husband leaving the church before her, and the intense social and emotional fallout she faced after discovering the church wasn’t true. Then we chat about how she's rebuilt her sense of self and spirituality since then.  Kelsey's Redefine Fitness episode "The Day I Died" CES Letter For more Girlscamp content follow along on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube You can find Kelsey Wells on Instagram For ad inquiries please email girlscamp@58ember.com. All other emails to girlscamppodcast@gmail.com Reclaim your sex life with Sense. Go to hey-sense.com and use code GIRLSCAMP at checkout for 25% off your order, or check it out at @hey.sense on Instagram. Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove SpearmintLOVE has a fresh and modern take on the baby space. Check out their clothing and accessories and use code GIRLSCAMP for 25% off sitewide at spearmintlove.com, or browse on Instagram at @spearmintbaby. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Wednesday of the month means it’s time for a campfire chat! I’m reading and responding to your thoughts, questions and advice inquiries. Some things we’re chatting about:  How I’m REALLY doing since my dad’s death The way you should treat the Mormon missionaries  If ex-religious people are more educated and enlightened than religious ones Why it sucks to go on a “stateside” mission How to help a listener (8 years married) to finally orgasm For more Girlscamp content, follow along on instagram @girlscampodcast, TikTok @hayleyrawle and YouTube @girlscamppodcast. For ad inquiries please email girlscamp@58ember.com. All other emails to girlscamppodcast@gmail.com Reclaim your sex life with Sense. Go to hey-sense.com and use code GIRLSCAMP at checkout for 25% off your order, or check it out at @hey.sense on Instagram. SpearmintLOVE has a fresh and modern take on the baby space. Check out their clothing and accessories and use code GIRLSCAMP for 25% off sitewide at spearmintlove.com, or browse on Instagram at @spearmintbaby. Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many of us who are ex-religious can pinpoint a moment when everything came crashing down. Today, we are talking through those moments. They run the gamut—from reading multiple accounts of Joseph Smith’s First Vision and hearing Jeffrey R. Holland’s “musket fire” talk to having a friend come out as gay and watching a Scientology documentary that felt eerily familiar. These moments are fascinating, as is reflecting on all the things we put up with before the shelf got too heavy. Remember, shelf-breaker, don’t you mess around with me!  You can find more of Sam & Tanner at @zelphontheshelf on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube! Jeffrey R. Holland "musket fire" talk: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/elder-jeffrey-r-holland-2021-byu-university-conference Under the Banner of Heaven: https://www.hulu.com/series/under-the-banner-of-heaven-9c4ae394-e9c4-4a6d-985e-314270602c6b?&cmp=7958&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=BM+Search+TV+Shows&utm_term=under%20the%20banner%20of%20heaven&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwgdayBhBQEiwAXhMxtkzA4M6JUjEYG7e3NtRwoH8QXkvIrCdnBCVQTCs_ouQ3oNNFIX4Z_BoCrj8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds Multiple "First Vision" accounts: https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/site/accounts-of-the-first-vision Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I unpack the Mormon-run "Ward Radio" hate episode about little old me! I discuss my reservations about snark content and then proceed to dive into a snarky episode of my own. But hey, I do it much better than they do. And I guess I've got to live up to my new "mean girl" title somehow.  Cultural Hall recap of Ward Radio video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-lrcy51krc&t=185s Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew flatlined and had an afterlife experience that really shook up his Mormon worldview when he was brought back to life. This kicked off an unraveling of faith in his 40s that ultimately led to leaving the Mormon church. We talk about his leaving and reconstructing, as well as connect over losing close family members, swap mission stories and appreciate being able to relate across an age gap. This conversation meant so much to me and I hope you enjoy it too.  Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EFY aka Especially for Youth aka Mormon youth summer camp- let's get into it. From COWs (crushes of the week) to creepy counselors to Christian worship knock-off music being sung in unison, there's a lot to talk about. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My partner Bentley joins to kick-off our new once-a-month campfire chat tradition. We answers all your burning questions (how to start swearing, what not to bring up around Mormon family members, how I feel about the criticism for wearing a tank top dress to a temple wedding). Then things get a little juicier as we open up about how we navigate porn and "crushes" on other people. For the full work crush story, listen to OVERSHARING IS CARING. For the "Aimee episode about sex," listen to Let's talk about (ex-religious) sex! "I don't give a f- a sh*t" video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0rC9M_h7Hb8 The tank top dress in front of the temple video referenced can be found on @girlscamppodcast on Instagram or @hayleyrawle on TikTok Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connecting with Jesus was the catalyst for Nicole leaving the LDS church. After telling her Mormon story (which includes addiction, foster care & a temple marriage at 18), we dig into her love of Jesus now as a post-Mormon. I admit my own Christianity hangups and we get into all the tricky dynamics between people of Christian faith and those who have deconstructed it. Note: I know the video is out of focus :/ Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re talking Mormon fortune-telling aka patriarchal blessings. And how, for many ex-Mormons, they were less of a blessing and more of a curse. I give a little patriarchal blessing 101, share about the significant way my blessing changed my life and then read and unpack listener submissions about the crazy things their blessings said.  Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sex therapist and self-proclaimed sex witch Aimee Heffernan talks us through all things sexual health. She answers questions about pornography, masturbation and non-monogamy from a post-religious perspective. Her openness and enthusiasm about sex is inspiring, especially for those of us with a lot of baggage (ahem, purity culture) around our own sexuality.  References:  Aimee Heffernan @aimeeheff Come As You Are - Emily Nagoski Come Together- Emily Nagoski Wardless podcast: https://www.wardlesspodcast.com/ Chelsea Homer @chels_homer Natasha Helfer @natashahelfermft Celeste Davis @celestemdavis Carly @uncertainlycarly Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to the Ruby Franke case, many of us are wondering- how Mormon is all of this? Samantha Shelley and I answer that question today from our ex-Mormon perspective. We discuss purity culture, the character of Mormon God, when "honor thy father and mother" goes too far and how we feel about Ruby and Jodi's recent statements in court. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evelyn fell DEEP into fundamental Catholicism as a struggling teen, to the point of only wearing skirts (even to go swimming). But once she started at Franciscan University, the fundamentalism became too much. Her journey includes discovering her sexuality, being told her panic attacks might be demonic and ultimately being intimidated into withdrawing from Franciscan. Let me tell ya, fundamental Catholicism might just give Mormonism a run for its money. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gather 'round the fire for some wild stories from Mormon girl's camp. These tales include traumatizing object lessons, "snipe hunting" and getting secretly stoned under the stars. And I even sing my favorite girl's camp song! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hayley-rawle/support Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BFFs since third grade, Tanner and I experienced most of our faith journeys together. When Tanner came out as gay and then left the Mormon church, I was still hanging on to my progressive Mormon ways. Because of these differences, we broke up. Now that we’ve reconciled, we have lots to say about how the church can come in between people. Thank God we’re back! And, dare I say, more powerful than ever.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hayley-rawle/support Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices