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Hosted by Rhonna RickmanAfter leaving Remnant Fellowship Church and Weigh Down Ministries, former leader and staff member Rhonna Rickman shares her story of breaking free from control and rediscovering faith.Through honest conversations and ex-member stories, The Way of…
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Ep. 9 - Beyond the Golden Streets: Michael Shamblin Black | The Way of Escape (opens the original)
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Host: Rhonna Rickman Guest: Michael Shamblin Black Podcast: The Way of Escape - Ep. 9 - Beyond the Golden Streets For more than two decades, Michael Shamblin Black lived at the very center of Remnant Fellowship, not only as Gwen Shamblin’s son, but as a musician, worship leader, and eyewitness to what was happening behind the scenes. In this episode of The Way of Escape , Michael joins Rhonna Rickman for a candid conversation about growing up with Gwen, the beginnings of Remnant Fellowship, the
Ep. 8 - Hope After the Hurt | The Way of Escape (opens the original)
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Host: Rhonna Rickman Guest: Adam Rickman Podcast: The Way of Escape - Ep. 8 - Hope After the Hurt In this personal episode of The Way of Escape, Rhonna Rickman and her son, Adam, discuss his cancer diagnosis, the loss of lifelong friendships, and the reality of shunning after leaving Remnant Fellowship. Adam shares how cancer deepened his faith, revealed who truly showed up for him, and helped him recognize the freedom and genuine relationships he has found outside the group. Together, they refl
Ep. 7 - Different Cult, Same Playbook? | The Way of Escape (opens the original)
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Host: Rhonna Rickman Guest: Julie Dragt Podcast: The Way of Escape - Ep. 7 - Different Cult, Same Playbook? Why do completely different high-control groups use so many of the same tactics? In this follow-up episode, Rhonna Rickman and Julie Dragt discuss the striking similarities they recognized while watching HBO’s The Vow, a documentary series about NXIVM. They explore how charismatic leaders gain devotion, accountability becomes control, personal information is weaponized, boundaries disappea
Ep. 6 | The Impossible Standard: Julie's Journey out of Remnant Fellowship | The Way of Escape (opens the original)
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Host: Rhonna Rickman Guest: Julie Dragt Podcast: The Way of Escape - Ep. 6 - The Impossible Standard Former Remnant Fellowship member Julie Dragt joins host Rhonna Rickman to share her powerful story of pursuing perfection, sacrificing everything, and ultimately finding freedom after leaving a high-control religious environment. Together, they discuss the impossible standards, spiritual manipulation, and fear that kept members trapped, while offering hope to those questioning their own experienc
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