Check out Podcast episodes of survivors and their stories.

In this episode, Amber Viola shares her harrowing experience in the Rockford Masters Commission program, detailing the psychological and physical challenges she faced during 'Hell Week', the strict rules that led to cultural misunderstandings, and the pervasive racism within the program. She discusses the lack of medical care for health issues, food insecurity, and the emotional toll of being in a controlling environment. Amber's story highlights the cult-like nature of the program and the impact it had on her identity and faith, culminating in her being kicked out for asking too many questions. This conversation serves as a powerful reflection on the need for transparency and compassion in religious programs.

In this conversation, Adam Hulme shares his experiences at Master's Commission Atlanta, detailing the cult-like environment fostered by Jeanne Mayo and the impact it had on students and staff. He reflects on his personal accountability, the fallout from the 2020 revelations, and the role of the Assemblies of God in addressing these issues. Adam also discusses the systemic racism and sexism present in the organization and emphasizes the importance of healing and moving forward for those affected.

In this conversation, Juliana Morris shares her journey through the Masters Commission, a program led by Jeannie Mayo, detailing her experiences of manipulation, control, and the culture of shame within the organization. She discusses her struggles with pain, her initial resistance to joining the program, and the eventual realization of the toxic environment she was part of. Juliana reflects on the double standards in accountability, the ostracizing of those who left, and the long-term effects of her experiences on her mental health and faith. The conversation emphasizes the importance of healing and the need for accountability in church leadership.

Jordan Marcon sat down with Mike and Brian to discuss his role in what he and others are calling a cult. Jordan admits to his culpability and also discusses a huge moral mistake that he made which lead to the closing of the Atlanta Leadership School. This is a sobering interview.

Shawn Weaver was student at Bellevue Christian Academy in the late 80's where Jeanne Mayo was an administrator. In this interview he alleges that she groomed him into a sexual relationship with her for over a year. This is heart breaking!

On the day we found out that the Assemblies of God removed Jeanne Mayo's credentials, Melissa Holcombe comes on and tells her story.

Back in 1987 through 1990, Jennifer Christensen was pursued and groomed by a high school coach from Bellevue Christian Academy in Nebraska. After it was reported to the school administrators, this coach was never held accountable for what he did because his authorities never reported this to the police. They covered the whole thing up and essentially stole the innocence of this precious young lady. This is her story.

The Assemblies of God has responded to two sets of allegations in their recent General Council; one regarding the alleged negligence of the Assemblies in their handling of Daniel Savala, a known perpetrator of SA and another story regarding rampant spiritual abuse from Assemblies of God World Missions.

NBC News follows a group of women who allege they were sexually abused by their former pastor as children in the Assemblies of God. Now, decades later, they’ve reunited and found the courage to speak out about the abuse and how it was covered up, determined to stop the alleged predator from harming others.