The Remnant Radio's Podcast Behind the Scenes at IHOP: Stories of Systemic Abuse Part 1
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Jun 27, 2024 
Former IHOP members Joanna May, Rachael Steel, and Julie Meyer bravely share their stories of systemic abuse and manipulation under Mike Bickle's leadership. They discuss emotional abuse, prophetic manipulation, lack of accountability, and the toxic dynamics within the charismatic culture of IHOP. The conversation exposes instances of narcissistic behavior, gaslighting, and the need for transparency and integrity in church leadership to prevent harm within religious communities.
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Lifelong Immersion And Late Realization
- Julie Meyer grew up inside IHOP from 1983 and stayed deeply embedded until 2015.
- She describes shock and mixed emotions now that abuses are unwrapping and values counseling for recovery.
Formative Years Spent Within IHOP
- Joanna May entered IHOP as a 17-year-old intern in 2002 and later joined staff.
- She spent her formative years (17–25) embedded in worship, technology, and the prayer room culture before leaving staff in 2010.
Early Commitment Then Slow Reappraisal
- Rachel Steel came to IHOP at 17 (2007) for internship and later served on staff with her husband.
- She recounts growing up in the IHOP culture and only recently seeking external voices and perspectives.