Sam sharing what it was like growing up in the polygamous FLDS group, his experiences leaving the group when he was 18 and his journey to where he is now. His wife Melissa is his co-host, asking the questions that everyone from the outside is thinking.

Growing Up In Polygamy
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Sam sharing what it was like growing up in the polygamous FLDS group, his experiences leaving the group when he was 18 and his journey to where he is now. His wife Melissa is his co-host, asking the questions that everyone from the outside is thinking.
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Recent Episodes

May 30, 2026
The Warning Signs Were There All Along | Unchosen Finale Reaction
Hosts Sam and Melissa analyze the "Unchosen" finale, revealing warning signs of manipulation and control from their own experiences in polygamous communities.

May 23, 2026
Given to Samuel Bateman | Nomz Reveals What Happened Next | Pt. 2
Host Nomz Bistline shares her harrowing experiences of being given to Samuel Bateman and escaping cult control in this interview.

May 20, 2026
Raised Under Warren Jeffs… Then Chosen by Samuel Bateman | Nomz Interview Pt. 1
Nomz Bistline shares her harrowing childhood under Warren Jeffs and her early experiences with Samuel Bateman in this interview.
312 total episodes available with 36 transcripts
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