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Heaven Bent

by Tara Jean Stevens

Supernatural signs & wonders. Unusual spiritual practices. Explore the fascinating and sometimes dangerous world of the modern-day prophetic movement, with host & creator Tara Jean Stevens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Latest episodes

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S12E5: Something to Believe In

Daniel Snyder's recovery from addiction didn't happen the way he was told it would. On this final episode, he reflects on what ultimately helped him. Also, what harm does

Oct 12
34 min

S12E4: The Only Solution to Addiction Is Jesus

What happened to Daniel Snyder after he got kicked out of Wagner Hills Farm Society? Tara Jean visits Langley Memorial Hospital with Daniel to find out. Plus, an imprompt

Oct 5
33 min

S12E3: Hedge of Protection

Are there any connections to be made between Daniel Snyder's extreme religious upbringing and his later struggles with addiction? On this episode, Daniel and Tara Jean vi

Sep 28
36 min

S12E2: Primed to Buy In

Daniel Snyder returns to Wagner Hills with Tara Jean. It's a faith-based recovery facility in Langley, British Columbia. What was his first day as a resident like in 2003

Sep 21
32 min

S12E1: The Wagner Way

Morning prayer, farm work, and demonic deliverance were all on the schedule at Wagner Hills, in the 2000s. It's an addiction recovery facility in British Columbia's "Bibl

Sep 14
32 min

S12 Trailer: Wagner Hills Farm Society

What can happen when you believe your battle with addiction is a supernatural battle against Satan? Find out on S12 with your host Tara Jean Stevens and her guest Daniel

Aug 24
1 min

Kathryn Krick: The TikTok Apostle

Some people call her the "TikTok Apostle", but her actual name is Kathryn Krick. She's an LA based minister and founder of 5 Fold Church. She has more than a million foll

Aug 17
20 min

The Art of Deconstructing

An intimate conversation with writer and director Grace Sims about art, deconstruction, & womanhood. Her new movie 'The Country They Call Life' just premiered at the LA

Aug 10
39 min

The History of Christianity in America

There's over 500 years of Christianity in the Americas and it's covered indepth in a new book by distinguised historian Matthew Sutton. 'Chosen Land: How Christianity Mad

Aug 3
50 min

S4B11 P2: Do What I Say, No Questions Asked

Lisa Bickle Stribling calls the accusations against her defamed brother Mike Bickle "exotic trash." On P2 of this 2-part S4 bonus, JoEllen Lindstrom will continue her cri

Jul 13
35 min

S4B11 P1: Hope City KC

It’s been nearly 3 years since Mike Bickle was deemed unfit for ministry, after allegations of grooming & abuse surfaced. But now his sister says enough is enough. Lisa B

Jul 6
38 min

S10E7: Why Can't You Just Say Sorry?

It's been more than 4 months since Kat first publicly accused prophet Patricia King of mishandling and covering up her sexual assault, in 2001. Now she's back to reflect

Jun 15
36 min

Tongues of Fire: The Truth About Glossolalia

What can history, anthropology, psychology, and neuroscience, teach us about the spiritual practice of speaking in tongues? Join Tara Jean Stevens for her conversation wi

Jun 1
45 min

S11E6: An Insatiable Sexual Appetite

Is an insatiable sexual appetite something to be afraid of? Tara Jean believes purity culture made her think so. On the final episode this season, hear her intimate conve

May 18
35 min

S11 E5: Faith-Shattering UFO Files

After Tara Jean lost her faith, she says there's an empty void that she tries to fill with other explanations for why there's anything. But why does that frighten her so

May 11
40 min

S11E4: Rapture Anxiety

Tara Jean unpacks her fear of the rapture with Dr. Amy Frykholm, the author of "Rapture Culture: Left Behind In Evangelical America."  https://www.amyfrykholm.com/raptur

May 4
51 min

S11E3: Memories of an Exorcism

Retching. Snarling. Supernatural strength. Tara Jean deconstructs the exorcism ritual with psychological anthropologist Tayna Marie Luhrmann.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.

Apr 27
36 min

S11 E2: The Witching Hour

At one youth group night in 1993, a church leader taught Tara Jean about the 'witching hour'. Why does this ominous time of night still haunt her decades after she left t

Apr 20
43 min

S11E1: The Antichrist

Growing up in the church, Tara Jean was instilled with a spirit of fear that has stayed with her decades after she stopped calling herself a believer. On this season, she

Apr 13
31 min

S11 Trailer: The Spirit of Fear

Demons. The Antichrist. Witches. Tara Jean says she was instilled with a spirit of fear, in her childhood church. But it's now been decades since she was a believer, why

Apr 6
1 min

What listeners say

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I was apart of the Pentecostal UPC from 12 to 18 years old. I have a lot of religious trauma- I have been trying to get back into church- but it’s hard after my cult experience. I prayed just this Sunday for a way to get past it. Then I found this podcast. Finding a fellow survivor helps it along. Thank you for putting this out there! ❤️❤️

that girl myrisha · May 2026

I am honestly shocked that this podcast does not have 5 stars. I listen to podcasts all day and Tara Jean is one of the best hosts. Thoughtful, well written content, fair and accurate. Plus her voice is so easy to listen to. She is a great speaker. Don’t listen to the haters. You won’t regret listening to this podcast if you’re willing to listen with an open mind

LaurentiaA · Nov 2025

If you want a podcast that has perfect sound, professional editing and an enjoyable voice just for starters. The content is engaging and factual to the best of my research. Each season just gets better. Enjoyable interview style. Waiting for next seasons

Hegnbrgr · Aug 2025

Tara Jean does an amazing job on this podcast. Her reporting is balanced, respectful and thoughtful. She is shedding a needed light on the dark places in evangelical circles. Thank you for your deep dives! And for giving those harmed a space to share their voice.

nourishedmama · Jul 2025

I only listened to season 2 about bethel and I enjoyed the variety of guests she had on but I feel like she very much tries to insert her own beliefs in this. Which is fine for some but not my cup of tea. It feels like she’s an ex Christian (not sure about that) trying to dig through her past trauma. I like to just hear facts and stories and come to my own conclusions. Which Bethel is crazy so at least we agree on that.

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