In Sister Wives Season 20, Episode 12, Kody finally begins his long-overdue apology to Christine — but just as things start to get interesting, the episode cuts it in half. We’re left on a major cliffhanger, with the second half of Kody’s apology pushed to the next episode, raising even more questions about whether this is real accountability or just another carefully controlled moment.Let us know your thoughts in the comments: Is Kody’s apology genuine, and what do you think will happen in part two?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.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
In this week’s Sister Wives Season 20 Episode 11 reaction, we break down Kody’s long-awaited apology to Janelle — and why she was the one he chose to talk to first. We talk about the grace, patience, and kindness Janelle shows him in this moment, and what it says about their history and the dynamics in the Brown family.
We also dive into Meri’s painfully awkward dating event, where she’s trying to move forward but the energy is… rough. And we cover Christine’s hesitation to meet with Kody, even as she leans toward doing it for the sake of her children.
As always, we bring our perspectives as former Mormon and former FLDS members to unpack the religious, emotional, and family dynamics playing out in this episode.
If you enjoy deeper dives into polygamy, faith, and family culture, make sure to stick around for the full reaction!
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
In our reaction to Sister Wives Season 20 Episode 10, we take a close look at Kody’s sudden desire to “apologize” to his ex-wives — and why it doesn’t feel like the sincere accountability he thinks it is. Instead of owning the hurt he caused, Kody seems more interested in apologizing on his terms, in his timing, and in a way that centers his comfort rather than the women he hurt.
We also touch on Janelle’s background and how she came to join Mormon fundamentalism, but only as context for how deeply these relationships were rooted for her .
👉 Like, subscribe, and let us know what YOU think of Kody’s apology tour.
#SisterWives #SisterWivesReaction #SisterWivesSeason20 #KodyBrown #JanelleBrown #PluralMarriage #RealityTV
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
In this week’s Sister Wives Season 20 Episode 9, we react to the Coyote Pass standoff where Kody and Robyn can’t even be bothered to say hi or goodbye to Janelle and Meri.
We also talk about Christine and David’s spa day, and how Christine is continuing to grow and learn communication in a monogamous relationship — something completely new after decades in plural marriage. And of course, Janelle’s girls trip to New Orleans, where she finally lets her hair down and admits she needs a spiritual release from Kody before she can truly move on.
But the biggest question of the episode? Kody claims he wants to repair his relationships with his children…
Is he being genuine, or is he just saying it because the cameras are rolling?
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
In this episode, we’re reacting to Sister Wives Season 20 Episode 8, and wow… Coyote Pass finally sells, but not without a super awkward Brown family moment. Janelle, Meri, Kody, and Robyn all show up to sign the paperwork—only to sit in their cars in a full-on standoff where nobody wants to get out first. 😅
We also touch on the Browns’ odd plural-family finances and how their setup created tension long before this moment.
And of course, we had to poke a little fun at ourselves when the episode sparked a totally random conversation about whether women really like kissing scruffy facial hair or not. 😂
Join us as we unpack the awkwardness, the tension, and the humor in this week’s episode — all from the perspectives of an ex-FLDS member and a former mainstream Mormon.
👇 Let us know in the comments: Would YOU have gotten out of the car first at Coyote Pass?
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
In this week’s episode of Sister Wives, we couldn’t help but notice how uncomfortable things felt between Kody and Robyn — especially during those dancing moments. It brought back memories of Mormon church dances and wedding receptions, including our own, and how deeply those experiences reflect the culture we grew up in.
We also dive into how polygamy and Mormonism often frame jealousy and suffering as spiritual growth — that women are supposed to overcome jealousy to “become better,” and that faith means learning to endure to the end. But what happens when “enduring” starts to mean not living?
Join us as we react to Sister Wives Season 20, Episode 7 and talk about the deeper beliefs behind the culture — where joy is often postponed for a promised reward in the next life.
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.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
In this episode we react to Sister Wives Season 20 Episode 6, and WOW… things got interesting.Kody actually admits that it was his fault the family fell apart, that he didn’t have the skillset for plural marriage, and that he would never be able to pull it off. After years of blaming his wives, this is a moment we didn’t expect.We also talk about the possibility of future reconciliation and family reunions, and whether that’s actually realistic based on everything we’ve seen. Plus, the long-awaited sale of Coyote Pass is finally done—though it sure didn’t seem like a priority for Kody until it became something he wanted.And to top it all off, Kody and Robyn get an email from someone wanting to court the family. Robyn continues to say she is still open to plural marriage… but their actions tell a very different story.✅ Is the Brown family truly done?✅ Could there ever be a real reunion?✅ Is Robyn actually open to plural marriage—or just saying the words?We break it all down from our perspective as former Mormon and former FLDS.Make sure to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments—we love hearing from you!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.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
In this episode of Sister Wives, we react to the Browns’ family traditions that have completely fallen apart — just like the family itself. What used to bring everyone together is now divided between the parents, leaving the kids caught in the middle of what’s left of those memories. We also talk about the painfully awkward moment when Kody makes Aurora’s new relationship all about him and Robyn, trying to compare their romance to hers in a way that had everyone wishing he’d just stop talking.Join Sam and Melissa as they break down the emotional and cringe-worthy moments of Sister Wives Season 20, Episode 5, from the perspective of former polygamists who know what it’s like when “family unity” is used as control instead of love.#SisterWives #KodyBrown #TLC #SisterWivesReaction #ExPolygamist #RealityTVIf 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
In this episode of Sister Wives, so much unfolds — Paedon makes the big decision to move to North Carolina, Meri keeps dipping her toes into the online dating world, and Kody continues to shift the blame for his failed plural marriage onto his wives. Meanwhile, he admits that he was focused on keeping Robyn “safely kept,” revealing once again where his priorities really lie.
Join Sam and Melissa as they react to Sister Wives Season 20 Episode 4, breaking down Kody’s mindset, the emotional fallout from years of dysfunction, and what these moments say about life inside and after polygamy.
#SisterWives #KodyBrown #RobynBrown #MeriBrown #TLC #ExMormon #Polygamy
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
In this interview, we sit down with Christine Brown Woolley from Sister Wives to talk about her roots in the AUB (Apostolic United Brethren) polygamist church and what life was really like growing up in that environment. We also dive into what it was like for Christine to write such a personal and vulnerable book, Sister Wife, and how revisiting those experiences helped her process her journey and growth.👉 Subscribe for more conversations with people who’ve experienced life inside and outside of polygamous and high-demand religious groups.#SisterWives #ChristineBrownWoolley #SisterWife #AUBChurch #Polygamy #ExPolygamist #TLC #MormonFundamentalismGet Christine's Book "Sister Wife" HERE: https://amzn.to/4ooaxnhFollow ChristineIG: @christine_brownswTik Tok: @christine_brownswIf 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
In this episode of Sister Wives Season 20, we react to Meri hosting a paint night as she continues to build a new life and community for herself. Meanwhile, Tony and Mykelti find themselves caught in a hail storm and tornado — because nothing with the Browns ever goes smoothly! And of course… Kody and Robyn are moving again.
Join us as we dive into the storms, the transitions, and the ongoing dynamics that make Sister Wives Season 20, Episode 3 so unforgettable.
#SisterWives #SisterWivesReaction #KodyBrown #RobynBrown #MeriBrown #TonyPadron #MykeltiBrown
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
In this episode of Sister Wives Season 20, things get painfully awkward as Meri dives into the world of speed dating — and we can’t help but feel every cringey moment. Meanwhile, the Brown kids are one by one heading to North Carolina, making it feel like the family is rebuilding far away from the chaos. And just when we think Kody and Robyn might be settling into their new normal, they start talking about changing houses to escape all the painful memories from the last five years.
We break down the emotional moments, the tension between moving on and running away, and what all of this really says about where the Browns are today.
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
Sister Wives is finally back for Season 20, and the premiere does not disappoint! In Episode 1, tensions are higher than ever as Kody makes a shocking admission — he would only consider taking on another wife for sex. We break down the explosive premiere, the state of the family, and what this means for the future of the Browns.Join us as we review Sister Wives Season 20 Episode 1, sharing our reactions, insights, and behind-the-scenes perspective on polygamy and family dynamics. Whether you’ve been watching since the beginning or are just tuning in, this premiere sets the stage for one of the most dramatic seasons yet!👉 What do YOU think of Kody’s admission? Let us know in the comments!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.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
In this episode, we react to Scientology and the Aftermath Season 1, Episode 8, which dives into the Church of Scientology’s troubling stance on mental health and its aggressive tactics against journalists. We discuss how Scientology views psychiatry as an enemy, the harmful impact this has on members who need real help, and the shocking stories of reporters who were stalked and harassed simply for trying to expose the truth. As we share our insights, we connect these patterns to what we’ve seen in other high-demand groups—where control, fear, and silencing critics often take priority over helping people.
If you’ve ever wondered why Scientology is so hostile toward psychiatry and the press, this conversation will shed light on both.
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
In this video, we react to Scientology and the Aftermath Season 1 Episode 7, where Leah Remini and Mike Rinder expose the devastating effects of Scientology’s disconnection policy and the pressure of training for auditing. We share our perspective on how David Miscavige constantly changes the rules to tighten control, keeping members in a cycle of confusion and dependency.
We also dive into the heartbreaking impact of being cut off from family, especially when tragedy strikes, and how those losses are made even more painful by the church’s demands for loyalty over love. Drawing from our own experiences in high-demand religious groups, we connect the dots between Scientology and other communities that use similar tactics of control.
👉 Let us know in the comments what stood out to you most from this episode.
#Scientology #LeahRemini #TheAftermath #CultRecovery
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
In this video, we react to Scientology and the Aftermath Episode 6, which dives deep into Golden Era Productions — Scientology’s high-budget media hub responsible for creating massive events, flashy productions, and inflated statistics.
From staged celebrations to fabricated growth numbers, we break down how the church uses Golden Era to keep members excited, loyal, and financially invested. As former members of high-demand religious groups ourselves, we compare these tactics to what we experienced in our communities and discuss the dangerous power of propaganda when it’s used to control people.
Join us as we uncover the truth behind Scientology’s “Hollywood-style” productions and why so many former members say it’s all smoke and mirrors.
👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more reactions and deep dives into cults, high-demand religions, and the tactics they use to control their followers.
✨ Watch more from Marc & Claire on their channel: @Blownforgood
www.blownforgood.com
www.claireheadley.com
If you or someone you love is trying to leave Scientology and needs assistance, please reach out to www.theaftermathfoundation.org
https://www.youtube.com/@TheAftermathFoundation
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
In this episode, we dive into Scientology and the Aftermath Season 1, Episode 5, and explore the striking similarities between two powerful and controversial leaders: Warren Jeffs of the FLDS Church and David Miscavige of Scientology.
Sam, who grew up in the FLDS under Warren Jeffs’ leadership, shares his firsthand perspective on the control, manipulation, and fear tactics that mirror what Leah Remini and Mike Rinder expose about Scientology. Together, Sam and Melissa break down the patterns of abuse, secrecy, and loyalty demands that connect these two worlds.
Whether it’s through isolation, unquestioned authority, or the silencing of dissent, both Jeffs and Miscavige reveal how high-demand groups can trap their followers in systems of control.
👉 Join us as we compare these two leaders, react to Leah’s powerful series, and uncover the deeper truths about life inside destructive religious groups.
#Scientology #WarrenJeffs #DavidMiscavige #FLDS #CultSurvivor #ExScientology
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
In Part 2 of our exclusive interview, Jenna Miscavige, the niece of Scientology leader David Miscavige, shares how she found the strength to break free from Scientology’s control.
After a childhood separated from her parents, years in the Cadet Org, and joining the Sea Org at only 12 years old, Jenna began to question the system she had been raised to obey. In this conversation, she opens up about the turning points that led her to fight for her freedom, the resistance she faced from the church, and what it took to finally walk away.
Jenna’s story is one of courage, resilience, and the determination to reclaim her life after growing up in one of the world’s most secretive organizations.
👉 Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/Ex58agj7VEs
👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews and stories from those who’ve left high-control groups.
#Scientology #JennaMiscavige #SeaOrg #ExScientologist #BreakingFree
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
In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Jenna Miscavige, the niece of Scientology leader David Miscavige, to hear her powerful story of growing up inside one of the world’s most secretive organizations.
Jenna shares how, at just two years old, she was separated from her parents, who were both Sea Org members, and grew up with almost no time with them. From the age of 6 to 12, she lived in Scientology’s Cadet Organization, under strict rules, separation from family, and relentless indoctrination. By the age of 12, Jenna herself was recruited into the Sea Org, signing away her life to Scientology’s most elite and demanding order.
Through Jenna’s story, we uncover what daily life looked like for children inside Scientology, the intense pressure of the Sea Org, and the lasting impact of being raised under such extreme control.
Whether you’re curious about Scientology, high-demand groups, or stories of resilience and escape, Jenna’s journey offers an inside look few have ever experienced.
👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews and insights from those who’ve left high-control groups.
#Scientology #JennaMiscavige #SeaOrg #ExScientologist
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
In this video, we sit down with Claire Headley from the YouTube channel @Blownforgood to hear her powerful story of growing up inside Scientology. Claire shares what it was like to be raised in the church, experience the cadet program, and even sign FIVE different billion year contracts with the Sea Org.Her journey takes us through the reality of life inside Scientology, the challenges of trying to escape, and ultimately, how she found freedom and reunited with her husband. Today, Claire is on a mission to help others who are leaving high-demand groups, showing that it’s never too late to break free and start again.If you’ve ever wondered what life inside Scientology is really like, or how someone finds the courage to leave, you won’t want to miss this conversation.✨ Watch more from Claire on her channel: @Blownforgoodwww.blownforgood.comwww.claireheadley.comIf you or someone you love is trying to leave Scientology and needs assistance, please reach out to www.theaftermathfoundation.orghttps://www.youtube.com/@TheAftermathFoundation👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video to spread awareness.#Scientology #ExScientology #BlownForGood #HighDemandGroups