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Growing Up In Polygamy
Growing Up In Polygamy
268 episodes
2 days ago
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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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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Religion & Spirituality
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Growing Up In Polygamy
Reacting to Shiny Happy People Season 2 Ep1 | Teen Mania vs LDS EFY

In this video, we react to Shiny Happy People: Season 2 and its deep dive into the Teen Mania youth camps. As we watched, we couldn’t help but notice how much it reminded us of our own experiences at LDS EFY (Especially For Youth) camps.While the intentions behind these programs may differ, there are some surprising similarities in the way they inspired, motivated, and influenced young people in faith-based environments. We reflect on our own youth camp experiences, talk about the emotional highs and expectations, and explore the cultural impact these camps can have — both positive and challenging.If you’ve ever been to EFY, Teen Mania, or a similar youth camp, we’d love to hear your experiences and how they shaped you.#ShinyHappyPeople #TeenMania #LDS #EFY #YouthCamps #FaithJourneys #ExMormon #ShinyHappyPeopleReactionIf you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.orgAt Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamyInsta: @growingupinpolygamyNew website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.comTheme Song created by @artcowles Please feel free to reach out to us!growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com

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4 days ago
34 minutes 44 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Reacting to Scientology and the Aftermath | LDS & FLDS Similarities

In this video, we react to Season 1, Episode 1 of Scientology and the Aftermath—the powerful docuseries by Leah Remini that exposes the inner workings of Scientology. As former members of high-demand religious communities ourselves, we couldn’t help but notice the similarities between Scientology and the FLDS.


From the heartbreaking practice of disconnection and shunning to the pressure to stay silent and loyal, this episode hits close to home. We share our personal experience growing up in an FLDS environment, where leaving often meant losing your entire community—including your own family.


Join us as we break down the parallels, react to Leah’s journey, and reflect on what it really means to walk away from a controlling religion.


🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if this resonates with you or someone you love.


#Scientology #LDSChurch #FLDS #LeahRemini #ReligiousTrauma #Disconnection #ExMormon #ExFLDS #SamAndMelissa


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy


Insta: @growingupinpolygamy

New website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.com

Theme Song created by @artcowles


Please feel free to reach out to us!

growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com


✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE


➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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1 week ago
23 minutes 56 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Reacting to 60 Minutes Australia: Scientology vs FLDS

In this video, we react to the 60 Minutes Australia segment titled “Being Scientologist,” which takes a deep dive into the world of Scientology—its beliefs, practices, and the people who live within it. As former members of high-demand religious communities ourselves, we reflect on the similarities, differences, and emotional weight of what’s shared in the interview.From public image to private control, this episode raises big questions about power, faith, and personal freedom. Join us as we break it all down and share our honest thoughts.👇 Have you watched the original 60 Minutes episode? What stood out to you most? Let’s talk in the comments!#Scientology #60MinutesAustralia #BeingScientologist #ReactionVideo #ReligiousTrauma #CultSurvivors #SamAndMelissaJoin our NEW Patreon HERE: https://patreon.com/growingupinpolygamyIf you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.orgAt Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamyInsta: @growingupinpolygamyNew website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.comTheme Song created by @artcowles Please feel free to reach out to us!growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE➡️ Checkout our other Videos:🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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1 week ago
41 minutes 15 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Inside the Apostolic United Brethren: Power, Abuse, and Fear for the Future

In this interview, we sit down with Emily Lee, the daughter of the current prophet of the AUB (Apostolic United Brethren) church. Emily shares what it was like growing up in a polygamist household, how her father’s leadership affected their family, and why she made the difficult decision to leave the church as a teenager.


She also reflects on her concerns for the future of the AUB, especially as she sees similarities between her brother and Warren Jeffs. Emily shares her personal perspective on what it’s like to grow up in a high-demand religious group and how those early experiences still impact her today.


This conversation offers an honest and personal look into life inside the AUB and what it means to step away from it.


#AUB #Polygamy #EmilyLee #ExFundamentalist #FaithJourney #MormonFundamentalism #LeavingPolygamy #CultRecovery #FLDS


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy


Insta: @growingupinpolygamy

New website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.com

Theme Song created by @artcowles


Please feel free to reach out to us!

growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com

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2 weeks ago
1 hour 28 minutes 17 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Polygamy & Patriotism: What July 4th Looked Like in the FLDS

What does the 4th of July look like in a polygamous community? In this episode, Sam shares his childhood memories of celebrating Independence Day while growing up in the FLDS (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints).From handmade pioneer outfits and early morning parades to community gatherings full of food and patriotic songs, Sam reflects on what made the day feel special—even in a world with very different values from mainstream America.- Hear about unique FLDS traditions around July 4th- Explore the mix of faith, family, and patriotism in a tight-knit religious community- Get a glimpse of what holidays felt like as a child in polygamyThis is a personal and nostalgic look at one of America’s biggest holidays—through the eyes of someone raised in a world most people never get to see.Like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy hearing untold stories from inside closed communities.#FLDS #Polygamy #4thofJuly #GrowingUpFLDS #ExFundamentalist #FamilyTraditions #SamAndMelissaIf you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.orgAt Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamyInsta: @growingupinpolygamyNew website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.comTheme Song created by @artcowles Please feel free to reach out to us!growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE➡️ Checkout our other Videos:🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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3 weeks ago
15 minutes 42 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
FLDS Teens Go Missing—And Believe It’s Their Salvation

Two teenagers have gone missing in Idaho—taken by their older sister who had been missing for years herself. But this isn’t just a runaway case. It’s deeply rooted in the teachings of the FLDS (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints), a group that still holds psychological and spiritual control over its members, even years after they leave.This is not just a family tragedy. It’s a window into how powerful religious control can be.#FLDS #MissingTeens #IdahoNews #ReligiousTrauma #HighDemandGroups #CultSurvivor #ExFLDS #SamAndMelissa #Polygamy #Fundamentalism #Brainwashing #ReligiousAbuse #ChildRescue #Deprogramming #Cults #EscapingPolygamyIf you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.orgAt Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamyInsta: @growingupinpolygamyNew website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.comTheme Song created by @artcowles Please feel free to reach out to us!growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE➡️ Checkout our other Videos:🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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4 weeks ago
14 minutes 1 second

Growing Up In Polygamy
Wolves Among Us: Spotting Predators Who Blend Into Everyday Life w/ Mike King from Profiling Evil

In this eye-opening interview, we sit down with criminal profiler and author Mike King to talk about his powerful new book, Wolves in Sheep's Clothing. With decades of experience tracking and studying predators, Mike reveals how these individuals skillfully blend into our schools, churches, neighborhoods, and even our workplaces.We dive into the chilling reality that "predators don’t always lurk in the shadows—sometimes, they sit in our pews or work in the next cubicle." Mike shares real-life examples, the psychology behind predatory behavior, and most importantly, how everyday people can recognize the warning signs and protect themselves and others.If you’ve ever thought, “I’d know a predator if I saw one,” this conversation may change your mind.📘 Learn more about Mike King’s book: Wolves in Sheep's Clothing at https://profilingevil.com/wolves/👀 Stay informed. Stay safe.#WolvesInSheepsClothing #MikeKing #TrueCrime #PredatorsInPlainSight #AwarenessMatters #CriminalProfilingIf you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.orgAt Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamyInsta: @growingupinpolygamyNew website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.comTheme Song created by @artcowles Please feel free to reach out to us!growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com

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1 month ago
30 minutes 52 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
The State of Polygamy Now: Ex-Members Speak, Teens Missing, and How to Help

What’s really happening in polygamous communities today? In this powerful panel discussion, former members of various polygamist groups come together to talk about the current state of modern-day polygamy, including heartbreaking cases of recently missing teens in Idaho.


We share our own experiences, unpack the patterns still happening in closed religious communities, and discuss how the public can make a real difference. From what it’s like to escape, to the trauma that lingers, to the practical ways we can all support organizations like Holding Out Help—this is a raw, honest, and important conversation.


👉 Whether you’re new to this topic or have followed stories like FLDS, AUB, or Kingston Group for years, this panel offers firsthand insight you won’t hear anywhere else.


🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help raise awareness.


📍 Learn more or support Holding Out Help here: www.holdingouthelp.org

📍 Learn more or support Hope After Polygamy here: www.hopeafterpolygamy.org


#Polygamy #MissingTeens #ExPolygamist #HoldingOutHelp #ReligiousTrauma #SurvivorVoices #EscapingPolygamy


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy


Insta: @growingupinpolygamy

New website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.com

Theme Song created by @artcowles


Please feel free to reach out to us!

growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com


✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE


➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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1 month ago
56 minutes 23 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Polygamy Only Works Without Love? | Final Sister Wives One-on-One Reactions

The Sister Wives experiment is officially over—and the final one-on-one interviews say it all.

Janelle admits she never would’ve married Kody if they had just dated first.
Kody claims he “loved them all” but only got mean because they were mean first 🙄
And now? Every single one of them wants monogamy.

This family set out to prove that polygamy could work... but 19 seasons later, it’s pretty clear: it didn’t.

We’re breaking down all the final confessions, contradictions, and emotional moments from the Season 19 finale. Watch with us as the truth finally comes out.
#SisterWives #Season19Finale #KodyBrown #JanelleBrown #TLC #Polygamy #Monogamy #RealityTV #SisterWivesReaction

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1 month ago
37 minutes 55 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Drama, Digs & Dysfunction | Ep. 1–5 Review

The first episodes of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives are packed with more drama than doctrine — and we’re here for all of it. In this video, we dive into the chaos: from passive-aggressive prayers and friendship sabotage, to pregnancy revelations and messy relationship dynamics.


We talk about Jen and Zach’s struggle to reconnect in their marriage and faith while dealing with a surprise pregnancy, Taylor being blamed for Dakota’s bad behavior, and the bizarre addition of Miranda to the group. Oh — and don’t forget Whitney’s desperate mission to win back her spot in the friend circle. It’s Mean Girls meets Mormonism, and it’s a wild ride.


Grab your popcorn — this is going to be good.


🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more honest reviews from former insiders.

👇 Let us know in the comments: Who do YOU think is stirring the pot the most?


#SecretLivesOfMormonWives #MormonWives #RealityTVReview #ExMormon #MormonDrama #SamAndMelissa


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy


Insta: @growingupinpolygamy

New website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.com

Theme Song created by @artcowles


Please feel free to reach out to us!

growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com


✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE


➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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1 month ago
47 minutes 15 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Toddler Tantrums & Awkward Pauses: Reacting to Sister Wives One-on-One Pt. 2

In this episode, we react to Sister Wives One-on-One Part 2, where things get even more uncomfortable. From Kody Brown refusing to answer direct questions, to Robyn repeatedly saying "I don't know," this interview was full of awkward pauses, emotional contradictions, and tense moments.


We dive into the cultural reasons behind Kody’s failed marriages, his emotional reaction to moving Meri out—despite years of mistreatment—and the shocking moment he claimed to be grieving the loss of their relationship.


Why does Kody suddenly care now? Why won’t he take accountability? And how do these behaviors reflect deeper issues in polygamous culture and belief systems?


🟤 Topics we cover:


Kody’s emotional breakdown and refusal to answer questions


Robyn’s deflections and vague responses


The cultural expectations that shape polygamous relationships


Our take as former members of Mormon and FLDS backgrounds


Join us as we unpack all the drama, denial, and deeply rooted issues in TLC’s Sister Wives Season 19 One-on-One Special Part 2.


🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss Part 3!


#SisterWives #KodyBrown #MeriBrown #RobynBrown #OneOnOne #SisterWivesReaction #TLC #Polygamy #FLDS #MormonCulture #RealityTV


Join our Patreon HERE: https://patreon.com/growingupinpolygamy


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy


Insta: @growingupinpolygamy

New website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.com

Theme Song created by @artcowles


Please feel free to reach out to us!

growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com


✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE


➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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1 month ago
25 minutes 50 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Plural Marriage, Isolation & Control: Ex-FLDS Reacts to House of Yahweh

In this episode, we react to "How I Escaped My Cult"—featuring the House of Yahweh, a high-control religious group with shocking similarities to the FLDS church Sam grew up in. From strict isolation and doomsday prophecies to plural marriage and using food stamps to pay tithing, this story hit incredibly close to home.


As former members of the FLDS and LDS Churches, we break down the tactics used to keep people trapped—like fear-based teachings, total control over relationships and resources, and the belief that only their group would be saved.


We also discuss the raid on their Texas compound, the arrest of their leaders, and the disturbing reality that the group is still active today.


🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more reaction videos, deep dives, and survivor interviews from inside high-control religions.


Join our NEW Patreon HERE: https://patreon.com/growingupinpolygamy


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy


Insta: @growingupinpolygamy

New website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.com

Theme Song created by @artcowles


Please feel free to reach out to us!

growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com


✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE


➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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2 months ago
28 minutes 24 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Kody Still Won’t Take Accountability | Sister Wives One-on-One Part 1 Reaction

In this episode, Sam and Melissa react to Part One of the Sister Wives One-on-One Interviews, and things get messy. Most of the episode centers around Kody’s refusal to take accountability—for his words, his actions, and especially for how things ended with Meri.We break down Kody’s shifting narratives, emotional deflections, and how he continues to paint himself as the victim, even when confronted with his own past behavior. Meri opens up about the end of their relationship, and we dive deep into the emotional toll it’s taken—and whether Kody ever really cared.As former members of fundamentalist and mainstream Mormonism, we bring our unique perspectives to the table and examine the deeper religious and emotional dynamics playing out behind the scenes.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more reactions and real-talk discussions on faith, family, and life after leaving high-demand religions.#SisterWives #KodyBrown #MeriBrown #OneOnOneInterviews #RealityTV #Polygamy #ExMormon #FLDS #AUB #ReactionVideoJoin our NEW Patreon HERE: https://patreon.com/growingupinpolygamyIf you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.orgAt Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamyInsta: @growingupinpolygamyNew website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.comTheme Song created by @artcowles Please feel free to reach out to us!growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE➡️ Checkout our other Videos:🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY#like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel.

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2 months ago
27 minutes 34 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Garrison’s Light Lives On | Sister Wives Season 19 Ep 24 Reaction

In this heartfelt episode of Sister Wives, the family gathers to honor and remember Garrison Brown. We react to Season 19, Episode 24, as they share joyful memories, funny stories, and the deep love they have for Garrison. From his playful spirit to his love for cats, this episode is a beautiful tribute to the bright light he brought into their lives.


Join us as we reflect on the impact Garrison had—not just on his family, but on so many viewers who felt connected to him. This isn’t just about grief—it’s about celebrating a life well-lived and remembering the joy he shared.


💛 If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. Help is available.

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#SisterWives #GarrisonBrown #SisterWivesReaction #Season19 #FamilyLove #TributeEpisode #MentalHealthMatters #988Lifeline


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🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


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2 months ago
17 minutes 53 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Inside the Bergholz Clan: Control, Fear, and Beard Cutting | How I Escaped My Cult Reaction

We’re reacting to the shocking true story of the Bergholz Clan, a radical Amish cult led by a man who declared himself a prophet and claimed only he could interpret the Bible.


As control tightened, the group began attacking other Amish men and women, forcibly cutting off their sacred hair and beards—a deep act of humiliation in Amish culture. The leader even took photos of the attacks, which ultimately helped land him in prison.


This story is told by his former right-hand man, who bravely left the group—but is still shunned by his family to this day.


Different group. Same patterns of power, fear, and control.


#BergholzClan #AmishCult #HairCuttingAttacks #ExCultStory #SamAndMelissaReacts


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🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


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2 months ago
22 minutes 36 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Our Hearts Ache for the Browns | Reacting to the Tragic Loss of Garrison Brown (Sister Wives S19E23)

In this episode, we react to Sister Wives Season 19, Episode 23, and reflect on the heartbreaking loss of Garrison Brown. Our hearts are heavy for the entire Brown family and for anyone who has experienced the pain of losing someone they love. This tragedy reminds us how fragile life is and how important it is to hold our loved ones close and check in with each other—often and without hesitation.


If you're struggling or know someone who is, please know that you're not alone. Help is available.


988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988

Available 24/7 – free and confidential support


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


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🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


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2 months ago
11 minutes 22 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
When 'Self-Help' Becomes a Cult | How Control Looks the Same Without Religion

In this episode, we dive into another story from How I Escaped My Cult — this time focusing on NXIVM, a group that didn’t claim to be religious, but promised personal growth and empowerment.


We break down how NXIVM used the language of self-improvement to lure people in, and how, despite the different promises, the control, manipulation, and abuse were alarmingly similar to what we’ve seen in religious cults.


Join us as we talk about the red flags, the psychological tactics, and why no one is ever "too smart" or "too strong" to be targeted by a high-control group.


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


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➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


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2 months ago
24 minutes 20 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Kody Brown CONFESSES: I Loved Them All — And My Ego Couldn't Handle Losing Them!

In Sister Wives Season 19 Episode 22, Kody Brown finally opens up in a way we’ve rarely seen before. He admits that he truly did love his wives — and that their leaving shattered his ego and confidence.


In today’s video, we react to Kody’s confession, where he shares that his sense of self-worth was built on constant validation from his large family. Now, after even pushing Robyn away, he claims he’s finally in a place where he can be happy in a monogamous relationship.


Is this true growth... or just Kody rewriting the story to protect his pride? We dive deep into the emotional fallout, the power struggles, and what this means for the Brown family moving forward.


👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss our next breakdown of Sister Wives!


#SisterWives #KodyBrown #SisterWivesReaction #TLC


Chapters:

00:00:00 Cody's Struggle with Monogamy and Family Dynamics

00:03:06 Communication Breakdown in Divorce Proceedings

00:06:03 Challenges of Celebrating Valentine's Day in Polygamous Families

00:09:00 Navigating Plural Marriage in LDS Belief

00:12:20 Valentine's Day with Cody and Robin

00:14:59 Mary's Spiritual Release and Breaking Free from Cody

00:17:53 Debate on Marriage: Cult or Commitment?

00:21:02 Cody Confesses: The Truth Behind His Angry Words

00:24:07 Cody and Robin's Marital Struggles

00:27:24 Farewell and Thanks for Joining Sister Wives Journey


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At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


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3 months ago
27 minutes 41 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Can a Mega Church become a Cult? | La Luz del Mundo Reaction

La Luz del Mundo is one of the largest religious organizations in the world—so how did it end up at the center of shocking abuse allegations and cult accusations? In this episode, we react to a powerful “How I Escaped My Cult” story from someone who grew up inside La Luz del Mundo.


We explore what makes a church cross the line into cult territory: Is it the teachings, the control, or the corruption of leadership? Can a religion still do good while being built on abuse and manipulation?


Join us as we unpack this emotional story, compare it with our own experiences, and ask the hard questions about faith, power, and control.


Chapters:

00:00:00 The Mega Church Cult Dilemma

00:02:39 Parallels Between LDS and Restorationist Churches

00:05:19 Uncovering Secrets of the FLDS Church

00:08:07 Psychological Manipulation within Religious Structures

00:11:01 Navigating Manipulation and Abuse in High-Demand Religions

00:13:42 Warren Jeffs and Nasson's Persistence from Prison

00:16:32 The Power Dynamics in Harmful Groups

00:19:19 Examining Leadership and Control in Religious Organizations

00:22:14 The Complexity of Recognizing Cult-like Behavior


Join our NEW Patreon HERE: https://patreon.com/growingupinpolygamy


If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy


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Theme Song created by @artcowles


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➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


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3 months ago
25 minutes 20 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
Why Is Kody Still Using His Church’s Words? | Sister Wives S19E21 Reaction

In this episode of Sister Wives Season 19, we watch as Janelle begins a new chapter of her life in North Carolina, surrounded by love and support.


Meri starts to question whether her relationship with Robyn was ever genuine—or just something she clung to in order to stay connected to the family. Meanwhile, Kody baptizes Aurora in her church… but uses the exact words from his former faith.


Why is Kody still relying on the language and authority of a church he claims to have left? Is this about spiritual connection—or lingering control?


Join Sam and Melissa as they break down all the emotional, spiritual, and relational layers in this thought-provoking episode.


👀 What did YOU think about Aurora’s baptism? Drop your thoughts in the comments!


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If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org


At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."


If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy


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➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

🔷Ex-Polygamist Reacts to Sister Wives: Season 18 Ep. 1-2

✅https://youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0


🔷Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU


🔷Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control

✅ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0


🔷Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo


🔷Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families

✅https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY


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3 months ago
23 minutes 57 seconds

Growing Up In Polygamy
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.