The podcast 'Beyond Belief, Tales of Religious Exodus' explores the journeys of individuals who have left fundamentalist religions. In this episode, the host interviews Simcha, who details his upbringing in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Jerusalem, his struggles within that framework, and his eventual departure from it. Simcha describes his experiences with strict religious schooling, familial pressures, and the challenges he faced in adjusting to secular life. The discussion also touches on the impact of his sexual orientation on his journey out of religion and the healing processes that have helped him, including therapy and psychedelics. The conversation provides deep insights into the complexities of leaving a fundamentalist religious life and the road to finding personal meaning and healing.