Sons of Patriarchy BONUS: Why Does Sons of Patriarchy Exist? A Conversation with Sarah Bader
Nov 9, 2024
Join Sarah Bader, a dedicated survivor advocate from Moscow, Idaho, as she dives into her journey exposing spiritual and institutional abuse. She shares her experiences engaging with local churches and the harmful influence of Doug Wilson. Sarah discusses how media coverage has shaped awareness and the overwhelming response from survivors after a key interview. Focusing on the podcast’s mission, she emphasizes the importance of validating survivor experiences and confronting systemic issues, urging community support and activism.
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Local Activism Born From Long Frustration
- Sarah Bader describes moving to Idaho and gradually opposing Doug Wilson after witnessing harm in her community.
- She worked behind the scenes for years and felt compelled to take him on when his influence damaged people she loved.
A Chance Meeting That Unlocked Voices
- A massage-therapist meeting led Sarah to record a YouTube video with Kevin McGill that triggered a flood of survivor contacts.
- They received dozens of calls from survivors worldwide and Sarah spent hours daily supporting people afterward.
Media Fatigue Then A Turning Point
- Sarah initially resisted Stan Korb's outreach after media fatigue but accepted when Stan offered trauma-informed support.
- Stan's work brought deeply reported survivor stories that expanded national attention beyond Kevin McGill's podcast.