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Books With Your Besties
Plug in, ignore real life for a bit and chat with your unhinged yet lovable besties Emily and Ashley.
In the words of Celisia Stanton “Dr. Reeder, a psychologist professor who teaches about the darkest corners of human behavior—like cults, serial killers, and the psychology of crime—delivers mind-blowing insights on every topic. Her best friend? She’s the lively, no-holds-barred storyteller who keeps things fun, real, and laugh-out-loud relatable.
Whether they’re breaking down a gripping thriller, exploring true crime cases, or tackling thought-provoking topics like justice and human nature, every episode blends depth, humor, and the kind of chemistry only 23 years of friendship can create.
If you love thrillers, true crime, and smart, entertaining discussions, Books with Your Bestie is your next favorite podcast”
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Books With Your Besties
The Religion Episode
In this conversation, Emily and Ashley delve into personal reflections on their experiences with religion, the impact of shame within religious contexts, and the importance of fostering strong character over strict adherence to rules.
- The discussion touches on the dangers of extremist ideologies and the need for preparedness.
- Emily shares her personal journey away from Christianity and the impact of shame in religious contexts.
- Ashley reflects on her upbringing in a liberal church and her current agnostic beliefs.
- The conversation critiques the judgmental nature of some religious communities.
- Emily recounts a personal tragedy that shaped her views on religion and empathy.
- The discussion concludes with a shared disdain for the shame-based teachings often found in religious contexts.
Chapters
00:00Gas Meter Dilemma
06:30The Accelerationists and Societal Change
13:41Reflections on Religion and Identity
19:15The Impact of Personal Loss on Belief Systems
22:22Questioning Religious Judgments and Beliefs
24:27Shame and Judgment in Religious Communities
27:49The Consequences of Shame-Based Teachings
31:05The Dangers of Inauthentic Living
34:08Cherry-Picking Religious Texts
38:59Distinguishing Religion from Its Followers
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-hot-hate-agent-pale-horse/id1591461032
https://www.innerbody.com/abstinence-only-states-have-highest-rates-teen-pregnancy-stds
https://www.edf.org/climate/5-areas-of-concern
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Music is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.
The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
