Ex-Jehovah's Witnesses-Critical Thinkers: Recent Episodes
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Check out more videos from Koco on her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd9mX_w8jrEl8wBOP51pEpg
Be sure to check out Shawn on his YouTube channel where he’s talking about his Jehovah’s Witness experiences. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDDpFXM_OveszOZ2HqRdHNQ
Interview with father/daughter podcast duo of What Should I Think About..? podcast. Listen to their podcast at: https://whatshouldithinkabout.podbean.com Website – https://www.evilsheep.co.uk/whatshouldithinkabout Stephen Mather was a born-in Jehovah’s Witness that never truly believed all of their teachings. His childhood was spent thinking about Watchtower attainments: Ministerial Servant, Elder, Pioneer, Circuit Overseer, Missionary and Bethelite. However, once […]
In this podcast, Paul discusses how he had to live a double-life to survive his Jehovah’s Witness childhood. To learn more about his story, check out his YouTube channel at exjw in Louisiana – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNG97S9rUBNmXaBm_ozarpA Help support our work on Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/exjwcriticalthinker Check out our videos on why we left the Why We Left […]
How to reach Kenan Fill out the contact form at https://dangerouslyawkward.com/ Kenan J. Floyd takes the opportunity to come back on our channel to talk about his latest accomplishments. He is finally fulfilling many of his life long dreams that were, of course, put on hold during his time living up to the expectations of […]
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In this episode, Lady Cee speaks with Keana, an ex-7th Day Adventist. Keana talks about what it was like growing up in her faith, how she felt about most of their teachings, and why she finally decided to walk away from everything. She founded the Finding God Podcast where she features new guests each week […]
There are many people that come into contact with Jehovah’s Witnesses at the lowest point in their lives. David is no different. During the time he lost his mother, they were right there selling paradise. He learned all about the resurrection hope, welcoming dead loved ones, living on paradise earth, and all the fun he’d […]
Pavlov’s Dogs – Classical Conditioning https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jd7Jd… Pavlov started out studying dog digestion and discovered classical conditioning. He didn’t initially set out to condition the dog to respond to the bell ringing to believe he will be fed. Classical conditioning is a mental manipulation to reprogram natural body functions. It is a way of learning where […]
In this episode, our guest Carrie Bee, the author of Paradise Bound https://www.amazon.com/Paradise-Bound-Carrie-Bee/dp/1628387254), shares her experience on the effects of shunning for the better part of her life by her parents. Despite being their only child, they are more devoted enforcing Watchtower policies than having a relationship with their daughter. They have also chosen not […]
In this episode, we will discuss the issues with how Jehovah’s Witnesses indoctrinate their children to believe that the Watchtower teachings are from Jehovah and they are the only true religion. Despite many children choosing not to get baptized, their lives are extremely impacted by their upbringing. Unfortunately, we never get to hear the experiences […]
AnnouncementSeptember 27, 2021 FOR ELDERS COVID-19 Vaccinations and Respect for Superior Authorities: Out of concern andlove, we are sharing the following important information. (1 Cor. 12:25) As a result of theongoing pandemic, secular authorities in an increasing number of lands are mandating orstrongly encouraging that their citizens be vaccinated for COVID-19. The recent GoverningBody updates […]
In this podcast, JT and Goatlike Personality discuss their experiences at Bethel. ★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com ★SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/2p9RTSC ★ TWEET US! #ExJWsThink ★ VISIT OUR WORDPRESS BLOG https://exjehovahswitnessct.wordpress.com ★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/exjwcriticalthinker/ ★LIKE US ON FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Ex-Jehovahs-Witnesses-Critical-Thinkers-529293183758131/ ✰✰ EMAIL: jtladycee@gmail.com
In this podcast, we discuss shunning and the effects it has on Jehovah’s Witness families. This podcast was streamed live. Our friend Jay took time to join us in this discussion and shares his experience being shunned by his four children. VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/2p9RTSC TWEET US! #ExJWsThink FOLLOW […]
Guest John Dehlin, Jehovah’s Witnesses and the Mormon Church? What is the difference? When you think about their history, both religions came into existence during the same era. Each religious leader predicted the end of the world. They misled individuals to believe in their fairy tales of an afterlife. They even convinced them that they […]
exjw #exjwcriticalthinker #jehovahswitness #endofworld Remembering Watchtower Twenty Years Later. It was 20 short (or long) years ago, that the United States experienced a tragedy. Everyone we knew was telling us to get back to the Kingdom Hall because “it done started” Yes, they said, the end of the world is near and anyone that wants […]
This podcast critiques the talk presented by Governing Body member David Splane from the 2021 Regional Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. It helps individuals to use critical thinking when listening to the comments on how the Jehovah’s Witness leadership tries to convince its members to treat information they receive from former members or the media. Throughout […]
In this video podcast, Keith tells his story about how he stumbled on the truth about Jehovah’s Witnesses on Facebook. Doing a simple Google search about a Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Melody lead him to the EX-Jehovah’s Witness Critical Thinker Facebook Page. He reached out to express his gratitude and the rest is history. The following […]
In this interview with Goatlike Personality, JT learns a different perspective on racism in European countries and it has nothing to do with the color of your skin. During the discussion, Goatlike talks about why he could have been a PIMO for life, if the brothers would have only helped his wife to appreciate that […]
In this video podcast, JT & Lady Cee talk with Craig & Misty about how the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society divides families. They discuss the fall out on what happens when Misty chooses to join the group and the affect it has on her relationship with her husband. They also discuss how it affects […]
In this podcast, Chef Nelly speaks about her life growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and the difficulty she had fitting in to the congregation. Being home schooled, beginning with the fourth grade meant being isolated from her peers in a public school setting. Also, being that there were not many kids her age […]
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In this podcast, Nash relates his personal story about growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. The tragic loss of losing a brother to a traffic accident and his father’s near-fatal accident is what brought him to the decision to dedicate his life in baptism to the Watchtower organization. Nash’s world came crumbling down after […]
During the 2020 annual meeting of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society, David Splane, Governing Body member, clearly explained that the low baptism amongst the Jehovah’s Witness ranks are quite concerning. It is something that has been trending for many years. To increase the baptism numbers the release of a new publication titled “Enjoy Living […]
Rashauna discusses how she was able to regain her identity after leaving the Watchtower. She no longer has to agree with everything someone says or be on the same page with them in terms of acting out to remain part of a group. She discusses how therapy has helped her to regain her identity after […]
Lonnie Gillard appeared on our show three years ago telling his story about waking up and leaving the Jehovah’s Witness religion. He was still living at home with his parents. As a result, his parents no longer allowed him to remain living in their home. He survived by finding online resources and was able to […]
In this podcast, Lady Cee chats with Ashli Campbell about her experience growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Ashil talks about what life was like having a father that was not interested in participating in Watchtower activities, but made sure she got involved. It’s amazing how he is not willing to make these major […]
exjw #JehovahWitness #exjwcriticalthinker We receive emails from people worldwide asking us if they should tell their family and friends the truth about the Jehovah’s Witness religion. After waking up to startling facts about the organization, they, like many Jehovah’s Witnesses, are shocked about their findings. Many times, people forget about what it was like being […]
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exjw #JehovahsWitnesses #exjwsthink #exjwcriticalthinker #prodigalson Jehovah’s Witnesses stake the claim that they carry out the same practices in their worship all over the world. But, one of the most inconsistent practices in their faith is the one that pertains to the judicial process and disfellowshipping. If you are disfellowshipped and cannot understand why it is […]
exjw #belgianlawsuit #JehovahWitness #exjwcriticalthinker #shunning Do Jehovah’s Witnesses have a policy for shunning former members? The Watchtower lawyers present arguments to the Belgian court system that it is an individual choice whether to shun family. However, this podcast provides excellent proof from their own written publications that they have a system of teaching their adherents […]
exjw #JehovahsWitness #exjwcriticalthinker #truth How can you claim that your publications represent the truth and are divinely provided aids from God one day and then discard them as refuse and unworthy of being referenced tomorrow? Jehovah’s Witnesses have made life altering decisions based on the information contained in these publications resulting in dire consequences. Some […]
JehovahsWitnesses #AustralianRoyalCommission #RedressScheme Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society required to appear before the Australian Commission to explain their policies and procedures for addressing cases of victims within their institution. At the end of the hearing, the Australian government determined that the best way to address this issue, was to set up a redress scheme. The […]
In this video, we discuss how the Watchtower responded to a question from readers back in 1958 about one of the anointed voluntarily accepting a blood transfusion and whether or not they would be able to partake of the emblems during the Memorial. However, it’s the response to the question that is eye opening for […]
In this podcast, JT & Lady Cee interviews an Unbaptized Publisher that realized at an early age that being one of Jehovah’s Witnesses was not in his DNA. He speaks about having to tow the Watchtower line having a father that was an elder. But, how things took a turn for the better once his […]
In this podcast, JT & Lady Cee speak with Kenan J. Floyd about his experience as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Kenan Jerome Floyd is a writer/producer/comedian based in Los Angeles, CA. He hosts a podcast called “Dangerously Awkward”, where he talks about trying to make it in the entertainment industry while dealing with his hang […]
In this video presentation, we discuss feedback from one of our viewers from a previous video, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Riding the Waves on a Sinking Ship. It addresses the issue about counting time and the ten-hour quota. Most individuals may not realize that several decades ago, Jehovah’s Witnesses were required to turn in ten hours each […]
New Light, Burning out of control, or flickering to survive? The Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society has used the “New Light” theory to explain all of their failed teachings. They use this ideology as a means to change their teachings. By doing so, they expect Jehovah’s Witnesses to sit back and accept their mistakes. Since […]
Numbers don’t lie, but you can lie with numbers, and the Watchtower Bible & Tract Society has done their share of number crunching over the years. With their “do-more, do-more campaigns,” they kept Jehovah’s Witnesses busy. They heaped a lot of responsibility on their members, and they jumped through a lot of hoops to satisfy […]
In the early 2000’s, the Watchtower formed seven new corporations. This included removing the Governing Body from serving as corporate officers or directors in any of these new corporations. In fact, all Governing Body members are stepping aside from their positions and distancing themselves from all the Watchtower corporate entities such as President, Vice President, […]
In this video, we encourage you to meditate and think critically about what you have been convinced to believe as Jehovah’s Witnesses. When you think about it, did God really choose Anthony Morris, Stephen Lett and their colleagues as his earthly channel? Should they be responsible for making decisions on your behalf as to whether […]
This podcast takes a look at perhaps two of the most crucial teachings that we found during our journey out of the Jehovah’s Witness religion. It pertains to the validity of the faithful and discreet slave and the concept of new light.
For 140 years, the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society has been publishing tons of literature shedding life on world events based on their own interpretation of scripture. When things don’t turn out as they have predicted, they quickly holler “new light” and move on without thinking about the consequences of their actions and how their […]
Every Jehovah’s Witness does not have to ask if voting is an option because they have been trained about their role in paying homage to world governments and politics. Even children are discouraged from getting involved in student council elections during school. However, when you do your research on JW.org, most individuals will discover that […]
In this podcast, JT and Daniel team up to explain the concept of Theocratic Warfare. It is a technique that Jehovah’s Witnesses use when dealing with world leaders and governments around the world. Jehovah’s Witnesses are indoctrinated to believe that they are in theocratic warfare against the world. That Watchtower encourages them to adopt strategies […]
If Jehovah’s Witnesses were allowed to have group discussions about how they really feel about conventions, what would they talk about? If they could express their true feelings about what they are not receiving or someone is able to bring up points of interest that make others think about the information they are receiving from […]
In this video, JT & Lady Cee discuss their past history attending Jehovah’s Witness conventions. They discuss their experience working in the chairmans office and how different it is from sitting with the general population at the convention. Lady Cee calls JT out on certain elder practices during the time they went to different congregations […]
Thomas grew up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses – walking the walk, talking the talk, and making all of his decisions based on the Watchtower script. He comes from a prominent Jehovah’s Witness family spanning three generations. Prior to his birth, his mom began charting her own course of independence choosing to enroll in college […]
Throughout the years, the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society has never disappointed Jehovah’s Witnesses in applying pressure to perform in the door-to-door preaching. Do more is their admonition if you want to gain everlasting life. Do more, without letup, making known God’s name and preaching the good news of the kingdom under any type […]
In this podcast, Linda discusses her awakening to the realization that she spent her entire life waiting on false expectations as promised by the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society. She explains how she knew that something was wrong for many years. However, when bad things were taking place at her congregation, the local Kingdom Hall […]
If you are a former Jehovah’s Witness trying to make sense of what is happening in the world, you may have that nagging question in the back of your mind, “Should I go back to the Kingdom Hall?” Namely, because you were taught that this is the only place you can gain salvation. The Watchtower […]
Stephen’s Story: In this podcast, Stephen provides an insiders view on what it’s like being married to a Jehovah’s Witness. He not only became well versed in the religion, but can provide an in-depth review on what you can expect. While every relationship may not be the same, there are a lot of similarities […]
As we continue in our series of Life at Bethel with JT, in this video, he discusses why certain Watchtower and Awake articles were written into the Jehovah’s Witness narratives. 1) Debased Music 2) Practical Jokes 3) The Snake Did Not Talk to Eve in the Garden
If you’ve ever left the Watchtower organization and thought you were all alone. You’ll discover these three guys story one of triumph. Not only did they reunite and rekindle their friendships, but they have a lot of good advice to share that can help anyone leaving, to pick up the pieces and have a different […]
In this podcast, the comparison is made to how difficult it may be for an elderly couple to move out of a bad neighborhood much like a Jehovah’s Witness that invests many years in the Watchtower organization. They, too, may experience similar issues. A lot of Jehovah’s Witnesses realize that there is something wrong with […]
The Corona Virus is in its infancy and at this point, no one knows its boundaries or how high the death toll will rise. However, we do know that it is a major global health concern. Like with prior diseases, a vaccine is sure to come by means of medical science. Unfortunately, certain groups use […]
We receive a lot of correspondence asking us for assistance on how to handle situations where someone’s loved one is dating a Jehovah’s Witness, an individual is married to a JW and wants to return to the religion, the scenarios are endless. This podcast is one of many where we will be talking about Jehovah’s […]
We have been reading your comments and we appreciate your thoughts. This is the first segment of many where we will begin sharing your collective feedback about the topics we share online. Everyone comes from a variety of backgrounds, countries, ethnicities, etc. but we all share one common denominator and that is, we all received […]
If you are not one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, you may not realize that if you don’t know the right type of questions to ask when seeking knowledge, they may trick you into believing something far different from what they actually believe. In this video, JT, Lady Cee and Daniel, break it down, helping you to […]
During the time I was at Bethel, the Watchtower’s legal department opened our mail. Mainly, they looked for certain type of mail that bethelites received from the county pertaining to jury duty. As a faithful member of the organization, I never stopped to think that they were actually violating my rights as a citizen. In […]
It doesn’t take a Rocket Scientist to tell you that trusting your gut instinct is what keeps many people alive with the ability to steer free from harm. Despite what people tell you, there is nothing like listening to your inner voice. You know, the voice that tells you that something doesn’t feel right or […]
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Sadly, for the past 140 years, Jehovah’s Witnesses have been walking the earth preaching that the end of the world is near. In fact, throughout the lifespan of past presidents of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society, they have published countless books, magazines, and leaflets and instilling in the minds of their members that this […]
Did you know that the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society holds special schools for couples? In this video, we warmly welcome Paul to share his story about what it was like to attend the Watchtower Couples School. Paul is a former elder and Bethelite and has served at several Watchtower branches. ★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE […]
In this podcast, JT & Paul reminisce about what it was like being at Bethel and their Jehovah’s Witness wakeup call about Bethel not being anything special. In fact, being at Bethel allowed them to a lot of things about the organization that the average Jehovah’s Witness will never see. During their Bethel entrance school, […]
Did you know that Jehovah’s Witnesses have an exclusive group within their membership known as regular pioneers? This man-made title is not found in the scriptures, yet they are elevated within the group as being more spiritually minded than those members that choose not to serve in this capacity. In this podcast, JT, Lady Cee […]
Family Night When I was at Bethel, each year the Bethel Family featured a program called “Family Night”. Family Night was a variety entertainment show where the Bethelites had the opportunity to showcase their talent. It ranged anywhere from interviews with individuals discussing their Bethel career, regular pioneer service and those in the traveling work […]
This video helps you to appreciate that time flies by fast when you’re having fun. Help us celebrate two years of friendship with Daniel. Also, take a look at a few unpublished clips we thought you’d find enjoyable. Yes, Critical Thinkers have fun too!!! ★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com ★SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/2p9RTSC […]
This is the personal experience of Jonathan, an unbeliever that meets the love of his life…that turns out to be one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He talks about how he balances his family life and helps his children to use critical thinking when it comes to making decisions about competitive sports and getting an education to […]
In this podcast, JT & Paul (two former elders & Bethelites) unite in their discussion about the Jehovah’s Witness leadership, the Governing Body and how they will do anything to maintain their reputation. They bend the law every which way they can even using semantics (word games) and evading questions by making false statements to […]
In this podcast, Paul, a former elder & Bethelite from Toronto, Canada shares his experiences about what it was like serving at three Watchtower branches (Toronto, Haiti & the Dominican Republic). He recounts several heartbreaking stories geared to help you to use critical thinking after making simple comparisons about the love and concern Jesus Christ […]
In this podcast, JT discusses the Jehovah’s Witnesses and the latest lawsuits – yes, their day of reckoning has come – the lawsuits are flooding in. They can create all the corporations they want, but the Governing body will be held accountable for their actions and the law cometh for them. They are no better […]
In this video, Lynn Ragusa shares her personal experience about how she was affected by the two witness rule. International Rape Crisis Hotlines Barbara Anderson – Watchtower Documents Discusses the Two Witness Rule Former Jehovah’s Witnesses recount years of sex abuse ahead of landmark case (article from NY Post – August 12, 2019) The child […]
This video discusses the vow of poverty and how it affects those in full-time service and the impact it has for many individuals that live in areas and what happens when they do not pay into social security. Is there anything wrong with taking a vow of poverty? No! However, the Watchtower, Bible & Tract […]
It’s all about the money. The Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society is at it again. This time they are interested in your travel reward points. While there is nothing wrong with donating your points, the Watchtower Society is being hypocritical because they have long condemned other organizations for doing the same thing. First, they were […]
In this video, JT & Lady Cee join their voices with Arc Ripley of Arglue to Collaborate on the topic of Jehovah’s Witnesses and Collective Narcissism. We discuss the top three things that identify the Jehovah’s Witnesses as collective narcissists: 1) Persecution Complex 2) Belief that they are the only true religion 3) […]
In the fifth installment of life at Bethel with JT, he talks about G-Jobbing and how everyone at Bethel was not broke. A lot of the brothers that work in the trades had the opportunity to make money on the side by doing construction jobs at Kingdom Hall’s and the homes of the local friends […]
This video is a continuation of JT’s life at Bethel. He discusses Public Talks and his role as the speaker coordinator in his congregation. The presiding overseer in his congregation specifically asked him not to coordinate speakers from other Kingdom Hall’s using what he termed a whole sale bargain where if they had 11 speakers, […]
This podcast goes into more details about my Bethel experience by discussing what it was like meeting the friends in my congregation. I discuss: Congregation assignments Meeting the friends Surviving Bethel and receiving assistance from the older friends Learning and understanding the culture at Bethel for compensating those providing transportation Determining whether to bring car […]
In this video, Lynn Ragusa shares her personal experience about how she was affected by the two witness rule. International Rape Crisis Hotlines – http://www.ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html Barbara Anderson – Watchtower Documents, discusses the Two Witness Rule https://youtu.be/Q9dCHqEMObo Former Jehovah’s Witnesses recount years of sex abuse ahead of landmark case (article from NY Post – August […]
This podcast goes into more details about my Bethel experience by discussing what it was like on my first day. I discuss: Advice from the elders prior to leaving Reporting to the Bethel Office Hanging out with fellow Bethelites The importance of having a mentor The impact of having the right social circles can […]
This podcast is the beginning of a series where JT chronicles his life at Bethel. He provides an in-depth account about the good, bad and ugly pertaining to Bethel’s culture, rules, institutional living, and the impact it has on the lives of Jehovah’s Witnesses around the world. In this podcast, he discusses those that influenced […]
In this video, we will critically examine the teaching of Jehovah’s Witnesses that only 144,000 people will go to heaven. According to the Watchtower, there has only been the Heavenly Calling for anyone who became a Christian from the 1st century up till the 19thcentury. This would mean that Jesus Christ had less than 144,000 […]
The Jehovah’s Witness faith has a long history in discouraging its members from having children. Why? Because they believe the end of the world is near and their time can be better spent in what they term “full-time ministry” which entails preaching and converting people to the Jehovah’s Witness religion. There are countless Watchtower publications […]
When one of the Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses is spotted at a liquor store located some 23 miles from Bethel, an unknown person captures it all on footage. It’s amazing when you think about the amount of liquor he’s purchasing. Imagine if a local brother in the congregation was caught purchasing the same amount […]
Higher Education has been discouraged by Jehovah’s Witnesses from its very beginning in the 19th century. Even before this group came to be officially known as JW in 1931, their founder Charles Taze Russell was advocating that even finishing High School had little value and a waste of time. Despite living in the technological 21st […]
How many times has a Jehovah’s Witness gone door-to-door offering the Watchtower and Awake! Magazines and boldly proclaiming that they offer free home Bible studies. It’s way too many times to count. They often brag about not paying tithes to the organization and are quick to point the finger and judge parishioners belonging to other […]
In this podcast, special correspondent, Mark Martin continues with JT and Daniel in their discussion on Blood Fractions and Blood Transfusions. Blood is living tissue. Its not digested and consumed by the body such as food and alcohol. You are transplanting living tissue. The Watchtower, as usual, uses a false analogy that is totally debunked […]
March is Women’s History Month and this video is dedicated to all of the ladies in the JW and EXJW communities. Women: Brilliant Minds, but why Second? This podcast features a variety of women from around the world providing their own perspective on what it was like being a female in the Jehovah’s Witness community. […]
Malawi Vs. Mexico Jehovah’s Witnesses are proud to tell others that they live by the same teachings all over the world. Yet, after leaving the religion and doing our research, we discovered that this is certainly not the case. We can recall hearing about the brothers and sisters in Malawi when the Watchtower, Bible & […]
According to JW.org, the circuit overseers were formerly known as Circuit Servants; Servants to the Brethren; Zone Servants; Regional Servants; Regional Service Directors; Pilgrims; Tower Tract Society Representatives. Yet, they used to have men in place known as district overseers, but they no longer exist within the organization. This title was done away with some […]
Shunning is one of the most powerful tools that Jehovah’s Witnesses use against former members. It completely disproves the adage that blood is thicker than water. Sadly, mother’s will not speak to their children and vice versa. This video examines several cases of shunning. It offers suggestions on how to turn the “lemon” known as […]
In this podcast, JT and Daniel discuss the Jehovah’s Witnesses and double agents. They talk about how the JW goes to the Kingdom Hall and acts like the perfect Witness and then they will come on YouTube channels at night to discuss JW topics with former Jehovah’s Witnesses. Some will try to defend the Watchtower […]
The Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society teaches that all governments and their rulers will be put to death by God. And on the other hand, the Watchtower’s leadership will be put in charge of the earth. Yet, they try to convince world leaders that they share their values and goals, knowing that under their breath, […]
LINKS: Watchtower Letter Dated December 24, 1992 Murder vs Marijuana – which?https://faithleaks.org/wiki/documents/0/0e/19921224LTE_us.pdf Links to the Australian Royal Commission JW.org official tells woman barrister her questions are too long https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGe_GuXvt_c JW.Org, explain Shunning doctrine at the Australian Royal Commission https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heLmQBeR2wI JW.org officials testify that we do not shun those that disassociate https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXni9CZQIO4 SCRIPT: Thanks to everyone […]
In this podcast, JT explains the role of the Watchtower Service Department in a conversation with Daniel. The Service Department is one of the most important departments at Bethel. It is instrumental in handling all of the policies and handling issues that come up in the congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses around the world. Many times […]
In this podcast, special correspondent, Mark Martin continues with JT and Daniel in their discussion of Why You Can’t Trust the Jehovah’s Witness Bible ★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com ★SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/2p9RTSC ★ TWEET US! #ExJWsThink https://twitter.com/ExJWsThink ★ VISIT OUR WORDPRESS BLOG https://exjehovahswitnessct.wordpress.com ★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/exjwcriticalthinker/ ★LIKE US ON […]
In this podcast, special correspondent, Mark Martin continues with JT and Daniel in their discussion of the Watchtower’s teaching that Jesus is not your mediator. To learn more about Mark Martin, visit his Web Site at http://www.reasoningwithjehovahswitnesses.com ★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com ★SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/2p9RTSC ★ TWEET US! #ExJWsThink https://twitter.com/ExJWsThink ★ […]
In this podcast, JT discusses several letters addressed to the Body of Elders: 1) Circuit Overseer Assistance Program 2) Bethel seeking professional attorney’s. For legal reasons, we have chosen not to include the actual letters in this video. If you attend the meeting at the Kingdom Hall, the brothers will read the letter to the […]
02:16 – Helen – Words of Wisdom https://youtu.be/qvVZJcTew8w 02:59 – Alexandra James – JW Victims https://youtu.be/r0fXauj9yJI 03:26 – Demiera – Former Pioneer Discovers Freedom of Choice https://youtu.be/4VafVaCq4ck 03:56 – Brenda Lee – Author, Out of the Cocoon https://youtu.be/9oAlXmnojOM 04:28 – Amanda – College Bound Discouraged by Father https://youtu.be/nus322FiE-s 05:22 – Kassie Meyer – Depression https://youtu.be/sSrKVXr1d6w […]
This video demonstrates show the Watchtower changes the Divine Laws of God. Who authorized that change? Bulgaria and Blood Transfusions https://www.jwfacts.com/watchtower/bulgaria-blood-transfusions.php w61 9/15 Respect for the Sanctity of Blood PARAGRAPH 16– “Is “God’s law” violated by such medical use of blood? Is it wrong to sustain life by infusions of blood or plasma […]
Playwright, choreographer, director and performing arts instructor. Urban, Drama, Comedy, African-American, Historical Fiction/Non-Fiction Plays. Website: https://www.vintagesoulproductions.com YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitHkno5CYAPgSsvQP_OeLw In this podcast, Sharece talks about her life growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and what it was like facing the tragic death of a close friend. She talks about the positive relationships she forged […]
Be sure to check out this website by by M. Kurt Goedelman An Excerpt is below, but follow this link for the rest of his story: http://www.ukapologetics.net/newworld.html A CRITICAL LOOK AT THE JEHOVAH’S WITNESS BIBLE: THE NEW WORLD TRANSLATION The New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (NWT) is the name of the Bible used […]
This podcast asks the critical thinking question as to how the Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses claim their power and authority. If they do not claim to be inspired by God, how is it that they teach their members that they are the only true religion? How can they make rules and expect others to […]
In this podcast JT and Daniel discuss the #1 Thing that Jehovah’s Witnesses Do Not Want to tell you when they knock on your door. https://www.jwfacts.com/watchtower/mediator.php ★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com ★SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/2p9RTSC ★ TWEET US! #ExJWsThink Tweets by ExJWsThink ★ VISIT OUR WORDPRESS BLOG https://exjehovahswitnessct.wordpress.com ★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM […]
In this video, JT & Daniel have a circular conversation about how to prepare for a Jehovah’s Witness visit. What talking points can you prepare in advance of them coming to your door? Is there something that you can say to a Jehovah’s Witness to make them think outside of the box? Jehovah’s Witnesses are […]
In this interview, Lady Cee interviews Helen, a long time Jehovah’s Witness that woke up to the truth about the truth after serving many faithful years. Her husband of 54 years, decided decades ago that he did not want to continue being one of Jehovah’s Witnesses because he never believed the religion to begin […]
In this podcast JT & Daniel discuss where individuals should go after leaving the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Interestingly, the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society teaches its members that if they leave their organization, it is tantamount to leaving Jehovah God. The point made in this podcast is that this statement is based on a false premise. […]
It’s Never Too Late – Mariuca’s Story Story by Richard E. Kelly A Life-Changing Knock at the Door Mariuca was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 7, 1965, two months before my son was born. Her mom claims Mariuca entered this world a lady, a regal child, a quick learner with an even temperament. She […]
Don’t miss these upcoming segments coming soon! The number one thing a Jehovah’s Witness will not tell you when they knock on your door. Issues that Jehovah’s Witness women face when they do not work a secular job How to best prepare for when Jehovah’s Witnesses knock on your door. What is the Watchtower’s current […]
In February 2018, we were contacted by a 20-year-old Jehovah’s Witness that had been on the Internet doing research about the religion. He had been questioning the beliefs for several months and already began fading. During Super Bowl weekend, he finally got the courage to go online, and as he states, “I typed Jehovah’s Witness […]
In this interview with Joe Dyer, Lady Cee gets an earful of knowledge about his experience with the Jehovah’s Witness Judicial System. To learn more about Joe and his Watchtower experiences, visit his YouTube channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_x-…. ★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com ★SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/2p9RTSC ★ TWEET US! #ExJWsThink https://twitter.com/ExJWsThink ★ VISIT […]
This podcast is based on an invitation we received from the moderators of Reddit to participate in a question and answer segment from their members. It was our decision to read the questions from their site and then answer them live on our YouTube channel in a live format.
This podcast is a re-enactment of what it is like going out in the door-to-door preaching work with Jehovah’s Witnesses. While NOT every Witness may engage in such chatter, most congregations around the globe are known for the gossip and telling the business of those that they meet in their ministry. FOR THE RECORD: Jehovah’s […]
Alexandra James pours her heart out in this riveting interview about growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and enduring hardships by her mentally unstable mother and vulgar step-father. She talks about how the Jehovah’s Witness elders did little to help and explains how they blame the victim by admonishing them to be better people, […]
Throughout history there have always been whistleblowers that have come forward to tell what they know about corruption within organizations. Raymond Franz is no different in telling what he knows about the Jehovah’s Witness faith. As a former Governing Body member, he was aware of how they made decisions on how to establish the rules […]
In this podcast, Lady Cee interviews Pat, an ex-Jehovah’s Witness that left the organization in 1995. Pat realizes there are many things that she did wrong prior to leaving. In this podcast, she shares a wealth of knowledge that can help others to avoid the pitfalls she endured during her own departure from the organization. […]
In this podcast Critical Thinkers weigh-in on the Triple Murder Suicide in Keego Harbor, MI in an interview with Joyce Taylor.
This podcast discusses the question whether or not we are bashing the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Daniel sent a link to one of our videos to his aunt Carolyn to help her to appreciate some of our online activism and to his surprise it met with opposition. She wanted to know why he was bashing the Jehovah’s […]
Just as all of the characters in the Wizard of Oz had problems that they wanted answers to, the same is true with the Jehovah’s Witnesses. In Oz, the characters were told to follow the yellow brick road that would lead them to the Oz and he would solve their problems. The Wizard, sent them […]
Lady Cee takes a back seat to hosting the show the Struggles of Jehovah’s Witness women and speaks with Daniel about some of the things she has experienced as a Jehovah’s Witness Woman. While this discussion only touches the tip of the iceberg of issues she’s encountered, it’s definitely a start to helping women to […]
He had a sincere heart and a burning desire to learn his Bible. He did not realize that lurking around the corner was a ticking time bomb ready to deliver explosive, cultish teachings designed to trap his mind and Some people are born and raised in the religion, others are recruited by friends and relatives, […]
There’s an old saying in the Black Community, “when white folks get a cold, blacks folks catch pneumonia”. The same is true when it comes to leaving the Jehovah’s Witness religion. It seems that blacks aka African Americans, tend to remain in the organization much longer than their white counterparts after learning that this is […]
This podcast discusses issues pertaining to how to rescue your family from the Jehovah’s Witnesses. When most people wake up and realize the real truth about the religion, they want to tell everyone. Because Jehovah’s Witnesses have been trained to shut down when others speak negatively about the Watchtower, Bible, & Tract Society aka JW.ORG, […]
In this video, JT is interviewed by Daniel in an in depth discussion about whether or not Jehovah’s Witnesses do their own critical thinking or actually subcontract it out to the governing body of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Lady Cee and JT then discuss the interview and share their own personal experiences on the topic.
JT & Lady Cee discuss their past year at YouTube LINKS Gus Astacio http://www.blogtalkradio.com/healingxoutreach/2016/08/20/btr-guest-former-jehovahs-witnesses-lady-cee-jt-from-exjw-critical-thinkers Ladies Night – Vast Apostate Hour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBp0gqkCRS8 JT appears as a guest on the Gilbert GonZealous Group! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRj_CAUpGyk Jehovah’s Witnesses and Marriage to non-Witnesses https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=9&v=ups4e97e1NA Why is there always a deficit at the Circuit Assembly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APb1RpfjCrA&feature=youtu.be CALL TO ACTION Why […]
In this podcast Lady Cee talks with Rashuna and David about the importance of explaining to your children why you left the Jehovah’s Witness religion.
JT & Lady Cee interview Keith and Shannon, a newlywed couple that landed on their feet after escaping from the Jehovah’s Witness faith. To learn more about Keith and Shannon and how they were instrumental in helping her parents to learn the truth about the truth, be sure to tune in to their YouTube channel, […]
Discussion with Joy Grant, JT & Lady Cee – old time Jehovah’s Witnesses that realize if we returned to the Kingdom Hall we would not recognize many of their beliefs.
When you are a single woman at the Kingdom Hall, you must be careful that you are not caught off guard by brothers pursuing you for marriage when under normal circumstances you would not give that person the time of day.
All too many times individuals get fed up with the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society and they leave the organization. They may get into all kinds of trouble because they have finally gotten to the stage in life where they feel no one can tell them what to do. Instead of leaving and going to […]
Many people have been told that Jehovah’s Witnesses are not allowed to ask questions. But, you know that is not true because there is a segment in the Watchtower titled Questions from Readers. This video goes into detail about how Jehovah’s Witnesses are treated after they ask the question but don’t want to accept the […]
Jehovah’s Witness couple, Rashuna and Terrance wake up and learns the truth about the Watchtower Bible & Tract Society. The husband finds out first and then slowly sends subtle hints to the wife but does nothing more than mention certain incidents like the Watchtower’s involvement with the United Nations or the Australian Royal Commission. […]
The Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society & 1975 April 15, 1967 Watchtower – the Watchtower stated that we only have a few short years ahead of us May 15, 1980 Watchtower 1989 Year Book PP 30-31 1968 Kingdom Ministry May 15, 1969 Watchtower – Have you been studying for six months? September 15, 1941 Watchtower […]
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In this video, Spike Robinson delivers an exceptional presentation about Robert Jay Lifton’s Eight Criteria of Thought Reform. Beginning in 1953, Lifton interviewed American servicemen who had been prisoners of war (POWs) during the Korean War as well as priests and students or teachers who had been held in prison in China after 1951. In […]
This is a conversation that is definitely worth listening to because it is one that Jehovah’s Witnesses have never been allowed to discuss. Imagine if all of the congregations in the world could speak as freely as Amanda and JT in this discussion. It really makes you think about the things you are taught about […]
Amanda was a gifted and talented student, her dad was an educator and he discouraged her from going to a four year college while mentoring and supporting his students to pursue higher education. Why? Because he was influenced by the teachings of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society.
Throughout the history of Jehovah’s Witnesses, they have always been in the habit of looking to the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society to provide guidance on how they are to conduct themselves in the most mundane tasks such as the type of toys they can buy, the type of movies they can watch, where they […]
This podcast provides some eye opening thoughts on the Jehovah’s Witness faith and how their members have a very limited social network. A circuit overseer gave a talk at the Kingdom Hall, Widen Out in your Love. His talk outlines the need to reach out and show love to the brothers and sisters at the Kingdom […]
According to a recent Pew Study, only 9% of Jehovah’s Witnesses have completed college. It is no wonder because each year prior to high school graduation, Jehovah’s Witness youth are discouraged from seeking higher education at the annual Regional Conventions. Not to mention, those that take up the full time door-to-door ministry are praised […]
There is a group of individuals that we have yet to provide an outlet to tell their story and what it is like being part of the Jehovah’s Witness religion and that is the LGBTQ community. Since our podcast focuses on helping individuals to realize that this is not the truth and to help them […]
When Former Jehovah’s Witnesses come online to tell their story about their experience in the religion, why is it that current Jehovah’s Witnesses engage in attacking what they have to say? Instead of having an intelligent dialogue with the person relating their story, the Jehovah’s Witness will make snide remarks and comments that have nothing […]
I was on my way to a business meeting and was looking for a bag to carry my computer and just happened to run across my old field service bag. Oh, what memories I found in that bag! It is amazing how far we have come in our lives since leaving the organization. This video provides […]
In this video Debbie Roberts explains her ordeal in the Jehovah’s Witness religion and how she was treated by the elders in her congregation when she was being abused by her husband. Only to later discover that her husband had been molesting their son. Debbie along with countless other Jehovah’s Witness women have been used […]
Leesa is from a small town in Australia, she’s a third generation born-in Jehovah’s Witness and had an intergenerational tradition of obeying the child abuse policies dictated from the governing body in the USA regardless of what Australian law or common decency might require. In this podcast, she speaks with JT about how she broke […]
May 15, 2016 Watchtower How can the congregation express its joy when an announcement is made that someone has been reinstated? In Luke chapter 15, we find Jesus’ powerful illustration about a man who had a flock of 100 sheep. When one of the sheep was missing, the man left the 99 behind in the […]
Original Title: Jehovah’s Witnesses and Mind Control Date of Broadcast: 5/15/2016 (Length- 20:44) New Headline: Tools of Undue Influence and Mind Control: How Jehovah’s Witnesses Metadata: Spike Robinson discuss how organizations and people with undue influence exercise high control Lady Cee and JT. @CultExpert– Author and Advocate, Steven Hassan’s Twitter Page Freedom of Mind-Steven Hassan’s […]
Everyday another Jehovah’s Witness wakes up and begins to smell a rat from within the Watchtower Society. No matter what happens, there is always an experience that leads one more person to think about the hypocrisy of the organization and to take a second look at the teachings. In this interview, Lady Cee speaks […]
It’s too bad that the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society has been able to trick its members to believe that they have special powers from God and to mislead individuals to think that if they leave the Watchtower Society that they have left God. If you are visiting this blog, please realize that if you do not […]
This podcast chronicles the story about the the struggle of one couple and their young son and how they lost their family due to the shunning policies of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society because they chose to use independent thinking to make wise choices for their own well-being.
In this podcast, JT discusses the culture of Jehovah’s Witnesses and what possibly contributes to the clinical depression experienced by its members.
Jehovah’s Witnesses, who make up just less than 1% of U.S. adults, are known for their door-to-door proselytism. But members of this denomination, which has its origins in 19th-century America, are also unique in many other ways. Source: A closer look at Jehovah’s Witnesses living in the U.S.
Robin and her husband Mike are online activists – helping individuals to learn the truth about the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society. You can view their videos on YouTube on the channel What’s Up Watchtower!
Domestic Violence Links If you are afraid your internet usage might be monitored, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or TTY 1−800−787−3224. The Hotline http://www.thehotline.org/ Domestic Abuse Resources http://www.thehotline.org/resources/ Download Materials http://www.thehotline.org/resources/download-materials/ Narcissism and Abuse http://www.thehotline.org/2016/08/narcissism-and-abuse/ Why Do I Love My Abuser http://www.thehotline.org/2016/09/why-do-i-love-my-abuser/ Women’s Law http://www.womenslaw.org/laws.php Why Black Women Struggle More with Domestic […]
Discover how Sylviane Nuccio finds out about the death of her mother due to being shunned by her brother. Also, learn how she copes with being bullied twice but then turns her life around and gives back to others.
No matter how much we may try to stay connected to our family and friends, at some point in life if we want to attain any level of happiness, we need to be willing to let go. There is a whole world of opportunities to meet new people and find a new clientele of friends. […]
Angel Newman discusses what life was like growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness child. She talks about the struggles she faced under the care of her overly possessive grandmother that thought every kid that was not one of Jehovah’s Witnesses was unworthy of her friendship.
http://ask.un.org/faq/14501 Ronnie shares her experiences being single in the congregation and after taking an honest assessment of her life, begins to think twice about what this religion has to offer by way of happiness. It is during this time that she makes the startling discovery that this is not the truth and the sacrifices she’s […]
Ronnie shares her experiences being single in the congregation and after taking an honest assessment of her life, begins to think twice about what this religion has to offer by way of happiness. It is during this time that she makes the startling discovery that this is not the truth and the sacrifices she’s been […]
Agustin Astacio interviews JT & Lady Cee JT and Lady Cee appear on Healing X Outreach: where X-Cultists Speak Out on BlogTalk radio with host Agustin Astacio. Also, be on the look out for upcoming content from Critical Thinkers Visit our website https://www.exjwcriticalthinker.com YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpHhWSPtMDTSa8dzapmzo5A/featured
Kassie Meyer is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. She’s mild, meek and humble and is wise beyond her years. She’s been through a lot, living through the harsh demands of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society while battling clinical depression at the same time. Listen to her story, be encouraged and learn how […]
In this episode of the Susan Gaskin story, Susan speaks about what it was like after she got disfellowshipped, provides some advice on how to search for that special guy in your life and sheds a true depiction on what the elders are really about. She further goes on to share her views on other […]
This interview focuses on Susan’s story chronicling the issues she encountered with her husband; and despite being labeled a spiritual dud by the brothers, he came out unscathed in the relationship despite her pleas for help in the marriage. The brothers didn’t come to her aid when she called, but when they thought she committed […]
We enjoyed being on the Vast Apostate Hour last night with a group of allstars, BlackJack & Kyla, Mikey & Kim, Eric JW Struggle and Susan Gaskin and not to mention the host Son of Thunder with a guest appearance by Gilbert Gonzalez. #ExJWCriticalThinker
http://percolate.blogtalkradio.com/offsiteplayer?hostId=136735&episodeId=8814205 Joy Grant talks about her struggles as a Jehovah’s Witness woman and how despite all of her accomplishments, it took her many years to gain self esteem after leaving the organization. She had the opportunity to have an up close view of Watchtower leadership being married to an elder at age 18 and invited […]
There are many challenges that individuals may face when married to a Jehovah’s Witness. This video outlines some of the issues that come in to play when a Jehovah’s Witness marries an unbeliever during the time they have been disfellowshipped and then decides to return to the organization.
This podcast demonstrates how the majority of Jehovah’s Witnesses will respond when an ex-Jehovah’s Witness tries to help them learn the truth about the TRUTH!
Lady Cee interviews Brenda Lee, author of Out of the Cocoon and discusses her difficulties growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness child and the struggles she faced after leaving the organization. Website – http://outofthecocoon.net/ YouTube Videos – https://www.youtube.com/user/OutoftheCocoon/videos Brenda’s book – http://www.amazon.com/Out-Cocoon-Womans-Courageous-Religious/dp/1931741654 Out of the Cocoon is a heart-wrenching, yet inspirational tale about the author’s escape from a religious […]
Does it really make a difference whether or not a person chooses to fade from the Jehovah’s Witness religion or to write a disassociation letter? This podcast goes into detail providing you with information so you can make your own decision as it relates to your situation. What is suitable for one person may not be […]
This podcast goes into a brief explanation on the differences between what it means to disassociate vs disfellowship in the Jehovah’s Witness faith?
If you are one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, you have a requirement each month to turn in a time slip indicating how many hours, books, magazines and a host of other production numbers to the Secretary in your congregation. He will then tabulate all of the hours for each publisher in the congregation and send the […]
After leaving the Jehovah’s Witness religion, we had the opportunity to read Emotional Blackmail by Susan Forward, Ph.D. We could readily identify with the stories she relates in the book and could make a direct correlation to our lives as Jehovah’s Witnesses. While the experiences are somewhat different from what we encountered in our personal lives, […]
Every Jehovah’s Witness has attended the circuit assembly and remembers the brothers making the announcement from the platform that “we have a deficit” and then starts asking for more donations to cover the cost of the program. This audio clip goes into detail about why there is always a deficit and the assembly program hasn’t […]
When my husband and I left the Jehovah’s Witness faith, we realized that finding a new clientele of friends was a must. When most individuals leave this religion, it is with great distress because many are being shunned by their family and friends and they literally have no one that they can speak to. Therefore, […]
ThTh This podcast highlights a few personal experiences during the time I was still one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. It is a true testament that I was determined to work outside of the home. I needed my own self-fulfillment. It gave me something else to do in my life besides be a woman at the Kingdom […]
[/ Just because you are a Jehovah’s Witness woman does not mean you are an idiot unworthy of an opinion or lack business acumen. We compliment our husbands and in many instances we have different skills and abilities that bring together a great team to accomplish great things. As a whole, the Jehovah’s Witness […]
It is easy to be labeled as speaking against Jehovah if you make an unfavorable comment about anything the Watchtower writers say in their publication. And anyone that does not follow the Watchtower way to its fullest, is always accused of going against God. Accusations for the least common offense is quite popular amongst individuals […]
Going to college after leaving the Jehovah’s Witnesses was like the icing on the cake to our departure. It helped put a lot of things in perspective as we encountered many aha moments. Our first college course was Psychology and what an eye-opener that was to our understanding on why the Watchtower, Bible & Tract […]
When you think of most main stream religions, you will discover that they celebrate the idea of when their youngsters go off to college to further their education. However, in the Jehovah’s Witness religion, you will find that their youngsters are celebrated more when they choose to take up the full time proselytizing work […]
If you have had the chance to listen to Episodes 1 and 2 of Why Jehovah’s Witnesses count time aka go Door-to-Door, this podcast will acquaint you with the creative ways that they come up with in order to get the time. Date of Broadcast: 9/15/15 (Length- 17:23) References: Six Critical Thinking Skills– JT recommends […]
How many teachings have the #Watchtower taught throughout the years that were actually dead on arrival? That means, it had no merit even before the teaching was introduced in the Watchtower’s publications. This podcast is the first of a series that will delve into some of the Watchtower teachings and use critical thinking to examine such […]
Why do Jehovah’s Witnesses always try to evade questions posed by the householder whenever they use the wrong word when trying to solicit information? Of course, Jehovah’s Witnesses do not use the word church or membership, but they know what the householder wants to know, yet they will stand at the door and act as […]
Throughout the years there has been much controversy about Jehovah’s Witnesses and beards. This podcast goes into detail explaining the culture of Jehovah’s Witnesses and how they view beards. A brother wrote the following letter to the Society inquiring if Jehovah’s Witnesses can wear beards. My name is Tom and I go to the South Congregation […]
The Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society would like to have outsiders believe that Jehovah’s Witnesses are the most happiest people in the world. Yet, there are many in the organization that are the exact opposite. The culture of the organization is to treat those with a long handle spoon that do not adhere to the […]
Years ago around 1985, I began reading the book “The Nations Shall Know that I am Jehovah” and vividly remember reading about the infamous talk that Judge Rutherford gave – “Millions Now Living will Never Die”. I remember thinking in the back of my mind and asking “how could this be” since the majority of the […]
Prior to getting baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, my sister begged me not to go through with it because she said that if I do something wrong, I would be cut off from everyone in the family. In my estimation, my sister’s words were a waste of breath because I was thoroughly convinced that this was […]
We had many questions about the letter of introduction and the nature of its consequences on unsuspecting individuals in the congregation. Therefore, in this episode, JT breaks it down in common terms helping you to appreciate how it works and what can happen to the reputation of those relocating to a new congregation if they […]
After leaving the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society, I began reading and discovering any and every thing that would lead me to knowledge about success. I ran across this book Failing Forward by John C. Maxwell several years ago and highly recommend it. I prefer the audio version due to a lack of time to […]
OMG, I ran across the 10 week seminar based on the book A New Earth, by Eckart Tolle. The book received positive reviews from many of the individuals that had the opportunity to read it. The link below will put you in touch with the audio online seminar hosted by Oprah Winfrey. For those of you […]
This episode discusses how the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society views “independent thinking”. At first, their literature views it in a positive light when it comes to individuals examining the teachings of other religions. But, when their own members try using independent thinking in their own lives, the Watchtower begins to paint this idea as […]
This podcast is the first of many that is dedicated to the struggles of Jehovah’s Witness women. To share your personal experience in confidence, please contact Lady C [aka Cathy] at exjwct@gmail.com.
The Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses Are Now Pushing the Envelope of Self-Worship.
This episode goes into a deeper discussion on why the Jehovahs Witnesses are required to count field service time to track their progress when engaging in door-to-door proselytizing. It provides evidence that the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society wrote a Watchtower article on July 1, 1943 that set the stage for this practice that […]
______ Each month, if a Jehovah’s Witness wants to retain their active status as a member, they are required to turn in a timesheet to report their activity for proselytizing. This entails providing the number of hours they spend talking to people about God and recommending that they attend meetings at the Kingdom Hall. They […]
When we were active Jehovah’s Witnesses we were considered volunteers of the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society. We carried a heavy burden on our shoulders because as we attended our congregation meetings, we were constantly bombarded with messages to do more. In fact, there were constant skits, articles, talks, and you name it, asking us […]
Being one of Jehovah’s Witnesses was quite a unique experience. Not everything we were taught and believed was shared with outsiders. We observed a lot of cognitive dissonance within the organization. We would see the crazy things that took place but literally refused to own up to it and admit it to those we were […]
Thanks to all ex-Jehovah’s Witnesses for coming online to share your story. Without all of your voices providing a confirmation about our past faith, we do not know where we would be at today! It is refreshing to see so many people opening their eyes to see the real “truth” about the Truth. To be […]
Leaving the Watchtower, Bible & Tract Society was a turning point in our lives. We did not write a letter of disassociation because we reasoned that we did not write one to join, therefore, it was not necessary. In fact, since writing a letter is a rule established by the Watchtower, we refused to go that […]
Anyone out there reading Ex-Jehovah’s Witnesses – Critical Thinkers? We know…we know…we have been on a long hiatus but getting back in the groove to start writing and sharing knowledge and experiences. Life has kept us busy but we are back and ready to go. There have been so many things happening and we have […]
Although we no longer associate with past Jehovah’s Witnesses, we realize that we really do not miss them. Mainly, because our friendship was built on our acceptance of Watchtower teachings. Most of the “friends” as we used to call them, really did not have any conversation other than what they read in the magazines and […]
Cee’s thoughts: I remember the countless times talking to many fellow JW associates from a variety of different congregations. Everyone seemed to have the same complaint, mainly, a lack of love amongst the “friends” in the congregation. Yet, we received constant messages that those individuals showing a lack of love would have to answer to […]
We are coming up on our 15 year anniversary that we left the Watchtower Organization. It is amazing how far we have come. Unfortunately, we have left so many people behind and we can only hope and pray that as they continue to grow older that they are smart enough to set something aside and prepare […]
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