

Sons of Patriarchy
Peter Bell
What happens when biblical patriarchy, christian nationalism, and a theology of authority and submission become the pillars of a movement? Scores of abuse stories in marriages, schools, churches, families, and more. Though these ideas have filtered throughout the United States for decades, they found a home in Moscow, Idaho, through the ministry and work of Doug Wilson. From there, they have influenced churches across the United States, and across the world. In this series, you’ll hear from experts on all aspects of these movements, and the stories of abuse from those who survived. Some are Christian, some are not, but one thing they’ve got in common? They’re finally speaking out. This is their story.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sons-of-patriarchy--6517628/support.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 54min
The Event that Changed Everything
Season 2 - Episode 18 Peter Bell and Sarah Stankorb LIVE from the Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre in Downtown Moscow, Idaho. A BIG thank you and hearty commendation of Leigh Robartes' work on the audio for our Moscow event. You can find "Radio Free Moscow" at krfp.org. Sarah's resources: Disobedient Women: https://tinyurl.com/bdhuccvb Damned If She Does: https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/religion/article/96756-religion-book-deals-december-18-2024.html Substack: https://sarahstankorb.substack.com VICE Article: https://www.vice.com/en/article/inside-the-church-that-preaches-wives-need-to-be-led-with-a-firm-hand/ Find us: Website: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com Merch: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com/merch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patriarchysons Twitter/X: https://x.com/patriarchysons Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonsofpatriarchy.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofPatriarchy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/sonsofpatriarchy Outreach Idaho: https://outreachidaho.org

Sep 1, 2025 • 38min
Recovering from Purity Culture
Season 2 - Episode 17 Sons of Patriarchy DonorBox: https://donorbox.org/sons-of-patriarchy Dr. Camden Morgante is a licensed psychologist with nearly 15 years of experience as a therapist and college professor. She owns a private therapy practice focusing on women’s issues, relationships, sexuality, trauma, and spirituality, and is a frequent speaker. Dr. Camden combines her personal experience growing up in purity culture with her professional expertise in mind-body integration. She now offers her clients and online community strategies for healing their faith and sexuality. Dr. Camden lives in Knoxville, Tennessee, with her husband and their daughter and son. Morgan's resources: Website: https://drcamden.com Book: https://tinyurl.com/4n386rcv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcamden/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCamden/ Twitter: https://x.com/doctorcamden Find us: Website: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com Merch: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com/merch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patriarchysons Twitter/X: https://x.com/patriarchysons Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonsofpatriarchy.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofPatriarchy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/sonsofpatriarchy Outreach Idaho: https://outreachidaho.org

Aug 25, 2025 • 1h 23min
It's a Man's World: The Genesis 3:16 Effect
Season 2 - Episode 16 Sons of Patriarchy DonorBox: https://donorbox.org/sons-of-patriarchy Rachel Darnall on how the translation of Genesis 3:16 fueled the modern complementarian movement, why it's wrong (and dangerous), and what to do about it. Rachel's resources: Website: http://anastasiscenter.org/mansworld "It's a Man's World" Series Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tl8LiuFQPwc&t=877s "Profiling Key Players in Biblical Womanhood" Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvPqpsYyqh3_Rw-E9RIKxH2xIfNQ_krVP Substack: https://racheldarnall.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips Find us: Website: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com Merch: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com/merch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patriarchysons Twitter/X: https://x.com/patriarchysons Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonsofpatriarchy.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofPatriarchy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/sonsofpatriarchy Outreach Idaho: https://outreachidaho.org

Aug 21, 2025 • 43min
How SHOULD the Media Cover Doug Wilson?
In this discussion, journalist Sarah Stankorb, author of *Disobedient Women* and *Damned If She Does*, delves into the media's problematic portrayal of controversial figures like Doug Wilson. They unpack how patriarchal narratives distort real-life consequences for women and queer individuals. Stankorb highlights the disconnect between Jesus's teachings and current church practices, illuminating the disillusionment felt by many. Emphasizing the need for authentic media engagement, she advocates for stronger representation of survivors from high-control movements.

Aug 18, 2025 • 1h 52min
Live from Moscow, Idaho!
Join bestselling author Sarah Stankorb, known for her work on women leaving the church, as she dives into faith, feminism, and community resilience. She shares powerful insights on the decline of church attendance among women, personal journeys of deconstructing faith, and the importance of accountability within religious institutions. Sarah also emphasizes the role of community support in creating inclusive environments and rebuilding identity, all while keeping the conversation engaging and relatable.

Aug 11, 2025 • 57min
Unity and Diversity in the Church
Richard Lints, a senior consulting theologian at Redeemer City to City, dives into the complexities of unity and diversity in the church. He discusses the challenge of maintaining unity amidst a fragmented society and explores the biblical principles that can guide this effort. Lints also touches on secular morality's impact on justice conversations within evangelicalism, emphasizing the need for humility. The conversation highlights the significance of identity and community engagement, pushing for a deeper understanding and redefined perspectives in navigating these intricate dynamics.

Aug 7, 2025 • 2min
UPDATE About Moscow Event
YouTube Live link: https://youtube.com/live/DpP6rXyFJfU?feature=share Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-recording-qa-in-moscow-idaho-tickets-1504212513119?aff=oddtdtcreator Donations: https://donorbox.org/help-the-series-get-to-moscow?preview=1754514087 EXCLUSIVE Event Merch: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com/merch/p/sons-of-patriarchy-shirt-a7mnk-99hws-abgpn

Aug 4, 2025 • 1h
Evangelicals and Marriage (Moscow Event is LIVE)
Sheila Wray Gregoire, an acclaimed author and speaker behind BareMarriage.com, dives into the complexities of marriage within the evangelical community. They discuss rethinking marriage roles to promote partnership and emotional connection over hierarchy. Sheila highlights the importance of recognizing red flags in troubled marriages and offers insights into fostering healthier relationships rooted in faith. Additionally, the conversation tackles the misconceptions of gender roles and emotional intelligence, advocating for a more balanced understanding of marriage.

Jul 28, 2025 • 51min
A Church That Cares for the Abused
Season 2 - Episode 11 Scot McKnight is a professor of New Testament and an author of dozens of books. Details and tickets for Sons of Patriarchy in Moscow go live on August 4! Scot McKnight's resources: Substack: https://scotmcknight.substack.com Books: https://tinyurl.com/sptkjrym A Survivor-Sensitive Approach to Handling Allegations: https://scotmcknight.substack.com/p/a-survivor-sensitive-approach-to?utm_source=url&s=r Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scot.mcknight/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/scotmcknight?lang=en Find us: Website: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com Merch: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com/merch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patriarchysons Twitter/X: https://x.com/patriarchysons Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonsofpatriarchy.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofPatriarchy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/sonsofpatriarchy Outreach Idaho: https://outreachidaho.org

Jul 21, 2025 • 53min
Gothard, Wilson, and Fundamentalist America
Season 2 - Episode 10 Christy Lynne Wood spent her teens and early twenties in a Christian cult, but Jesus found her anyway. More than twenty years later, Christy continues to pick apart legalism, twisted Scripture, and lies in a search for the truth. As a speaker, podcaster, writer, and author of Religious Rebels: Finding Jesus in the Awkward Middle Way of Grace and Truth, she is passionate about helping people to find a genuine relationship with Jesus. Christy lives in West Michigan with her wonderfully-opposite husband and their two children. Details and tickets for Sons of Patriarchy in Moscow go live on August 4! Christy Wood Resources: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@christylynnewood Substack: https://substack.com/@christylynnewood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christylynnewood/ Website: https://christylynnewood.com/ Find us: Website: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com Merch: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com/merch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patriarchysons Twitter/X: https://x.com/patriarchysons Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonsofpatriarchy.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofPatriarchy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/sonsofpatriarchy Outreach Idaho: https://outreachidaho.org