The Dismantling Doctrine Podcast Confessions of a Former Christian Publisher (with David Morris)
Oct 11, 2023
Former Christian publisher, David Morris, shares his journey of leaving the faith and publishing books for ex-evangelicals. Topics covered include religious trauma, the impact of the Trump evangelical Christian right, dark money in Christian organizations, and the ethical dilemmas of wealthy Christians. They also discuss minimalism, income inequality in Christian companies, adherence to scripture, and the lack of control in religious institutions.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Mutual Connections, Religious Trauma, and the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Deconstruction
02:04 • 2min
Leaving the Faith and Transitioning into Book Publishing
04:06 • 16min
The Impact of Trump Evangelical Christian Right on Deconstruction
20:20 • 17min
Discussion on Dark Money in Christian Right Organizations, Book Bans, and CEO Pay
37:08 • 2min
Living with Minimal Possessions and Income Inequality in Christian Companies
38:49 • 2min
The Irony of Christian Adherence
41:01 • 11min
Wrapping up the conversation and future opportunities
52:03 • 2min