In this gripping episode, Emmaline delves deeper into the heart of Zion's oppressive regime as she begins work at the Repentance Center. Faced with the cruel realities of the "treatments" inflicted upon those deemed unworthy, she must make a fateful decision that will alter the course of her life and the lives of many others. As the weight of her choices presses down upon her, Emmaline reflects on her past and the events that led her to this pivotal moment. With each small act of resistance, she walks a dangerous tightrope between faith and rebellion, hope and despair.

Trigger Warning:

This episode contains themes and depictions that may be distressing to some listeners. Specific content warnings include:

• Emotional and psychological abuse
• Conversion therapy and forced "treatments" for LGBTQ+ individuals

• Religious trauma and spiritual abuse
• Oppression of women and marginalized groups
• Invasion of privacy and surveillance
• Manipulation and gaslighting
• Brief descriptions of medical procedures without consent

Please practice self care and skip this episode if you are triggered by any of these topics.