

Unmasking Steven Koko: Grooming, Abuse, and Church Cover-Ups Exposed
12 snips Oct 9, 2025
Dive into the harrowing allegations against Steven Koko, once dubbed the 'Billy Graham of Panama.' The podcast exposes claims of sexual grooming, physical abuse, and manipulative tactics used within his ministry. With victim testimonies and a critical analysis of church cover-ups, the hosts discuss misapplication of scripture and the importance of accountability. They emphasize the need for genuine repentance and the protection of vulnerable individuals. This conversation tackles the dark reality of leadership failures in faith communities.
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Exposing Predators Is A Biblical Duty
- Joshua Lewis frames exposing abusive leaders as a biblical duty and necessary for protecting the vulnerable.
- He argues calling out predation is not partisan but required to stop predators from operating in churches.
Alleged Grooming And Coercion On Trips
- Joshua Lewis recounts allegations that Steven Coco groomed and sexually exploited multiple young women during ministry trips.
- He describes coercive tactics including spiritualizing relationships and pressuring women to use emergency contraception.
Reported Physical And Psychological Abuse
- Michael Miller details reported physical and psychological abuses like beatings with a belt, forced cold exposure, and lash-tracking on a whiteboard.
- He describes isolation, gaslighting, and alternating affection to manipulate victims.