Heaven Bent

Tara Jean Stevens
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May 19, 2025 • 47min

Heaven Bent: Behind The Mic

A researcher from the University of Georgia recently asked Tara Jean to be a part of a study. It's focus was on content creators whose work impacts people who are leaving or questioning a belief or community that define a large part of someone's identity. So, normally, she's the one doing the interviewing, but not on this episode. Why did Tara Jean start making Heaven Bent? Who is her podcast for? Is she a documentarian? An ally? A meddler? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 12, 2025 • 31min

S6E3: The File Of Evidence

If there's a "file of evidence" that proves prophet Shawn Bolz is a fraud, why didn't anyone alert the public? On the final episode of this miniseries, Jubilee's journey from victim to whistleblower. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 5, 2025 • 35min

S6E2: Bleed For Your Husband

Jubilee married Ted because prophet Shawn Bolz said that's what God wanted. But would God want Jubilee to marry a man who would nearly kill her? Also, how did 'Purity Culture' override Jubilee's abilities to trust her own instincts?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 28, 2025 • 33min

S6E1: The Smartphone Prophet

Shawn Bolz, an acclaimed modern-day prophet, shares his compelling insights into the world of prophetic ministry. He navigates the complexities of ethical challenges and the commercialization of spiritual services in today’s churches. A personal testimony from Jubilee raises questions about the impact of prophetic words. The conversation dives deep into the balance between vulnerability in storytelling and the weight of prophecy on personal relationships, highlighting a community’s emotional journey intertwined with divine revelations.
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Apr 21, 2025 • 1min

S6 Trailer: The Smartphone Prophet

A modern-day prophet. A low-tech hoax. And the shocking cover-up that kept it secret for years.Over three episodes, host & creator Tara Jean Stevens spotlights Shawn Bolz. He's a well-known figure in charismatic Christianity, once celebrated for delivering personal prophecies with astounding accuracy. But Tara Jean has come upon new evidence suggesting his divine insights actually came from the internet.At the center of the story is Jubilee, a woman who says one of Bolz’s prophecies nearly got her killed.*S6 starts April 28th, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 14, 2025 • 40min

S5E7: The Whistleblower

She was Art's friend. He was her pastor. But now she's advocating for his alleged victims. On this final episode, you'll meet the whistleblower who changed everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 3, 2025 • 25min

S5E6: Touch Not The Lord's Anointed

Bodybuilder. Missionary. Youth Pastor.On this episode, Tara Jean reveals what she’s discovered about Art Lucier’s past—from newspaper archives, to livestreams, to firsthand stories from former Harvesters.Art Lucier is the Apostolic Overseer of Harvest Ministries International. He’s also the founding leader of Kelowna Harvest Church, and the former founding leader of Kitimat Harvest Church. As these new episodes are being released, he is facing mounting allegations that have now led to him stepping down. But is he telling the truth. Is this just a bunch of "broken people" tellings lies? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 10, 2025 • 28min

Heaven Bent Revisits: Christian Nationalism

Sean Feucht. Donald Trump. And the rise of Christian Nationalism, in Canada. On this episode, Tara Jean revisits 'Christian Nationalism' with Lisa Gasson-Gardner. She's an assistant professor of religion at Mount Royal University, in Calgary, Alberta. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 24, 2025 • 41min

S5E5: The Letters To The Committee

Former Harvesters are telling sordid stories about Art Lucier & Harvest Ministries International. But what, if anything, should be done about it? And, might the book of Matthew be any help?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 13, 2025 • 30min

S5E4: Do You See Me?

When "Sarah" was kicked out of Kitimat Harvest Church, she was told God’s hand was no longer on her. On this episode, how her life & faith were shaped—and shaken—by the Harvest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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