I think a way that might make sense to a non-American is to think of the US as 50+ different countries that shares a federal government. The US is so huge and varies so drastically from area to area that if we tried to govern everything solely through the federal government, it would blow up in a major way. Think of it a bit like the EU. If suddenly every single law was written and enforced by the EU (speed limits, drinking ages, what kind of paperwork car deals need to file, divorce procedures, etc. etc. it would be a nightmare and every country would want their way of doing things to be the way the whole EU did them. This is why we have state laws and governments. It’s messy, inefficient and can have devastating consequences but it prevents outright civil war and states breaking up the country to do their own thing. Hopes this helps.
@@NanaHeraUAAs an American, there are even laws within states by county, city, and sometimes even neighborhoods. It’s like a nesting doll only it’s laws all the way down lol
@@NanaHeraUAbecause of something called the 9th amendment. And because our country was founded on the base on not wanting too much centralized government so on that point it makes sense.
By coincidence I was doing a patients intake today and he said “well I was born and raised in Arkansas, but then they found out I could read and write and they made me leave”
There’s no downside to Amazon releasing more episodes: the survivors get more of their voices shared and the views will be good revenue for the greedy Prime executives. Truly everyone wins if they drop a 2nd season
We knew on a surface level that girls and women are seen as little more than property in the IBLP, but Jimbob's casual admission that he was planning on using Jim's daughter as bait really drives it home. That girl dodged a bullet.
The fact Ma and Pa Duggar was willing to let the poor Holt girl marry their pedophile son without telling her, makes me sick.That tells the Holts all they need to know about their "friendship"
@@marysue7165 I still feel a tiny bit bad for Anna’s parents not being told anything about Josh’s history. Obviously Anna is not a good person and neither are her parents BUT what the Duggars did to them in terms of keeping vital information from them about Josh is still absolutely horrible and no one should have had that happen to them, even other awful fundies.
I YELLED when Jen appeared on my screen as I was watching Shiny Happy People. Dang, I'm still staggering from the whole thing. Also, I adore you both and would like to congratulate you on your marriage.
My wife doesn't like documentaries, she says a lot of the ones I watch are slow and dry (and she has a point). She happily watched and engaged with SHP all the way through!
@@jjmartinez9489slow and dull I think they're fascinating my dad almost threw me into one and my sister is in one I found I find all these things interconnected and intertwined it's almost scary I have learned so much about these things that it's interesting how they weave in and out of mainstream Society
We stan James. He is what most men should strive to be. The way he talks about how proud of his wife he is, is so heart warming. Not to mention how smart and logical he is. I love you two together
I was watching this with my mom, and she had the horrific realization about how interconnected all these people are, especially among politicians. Thank you guys for all the work you do in breaking all of this down in ways that are easy to understand, and in a way that's entertaining and educational. I'm waiting for my work bonus to get SHP, but I"m so proud of both of you and the work that you've done.
I would love to see a family tree of all these religious political families to really drive the point home and Jen and James are the perfect pair for that job.
Im a Christian, but i absolutely love this channel. I think Jen did a great job on the documentary, and i love seeing how proud you are of her. I know you all don't always cover the most fun things to talk about,so i thank you for the work you do, and giving victims a voice.
Hearing them referred to as trauma bonded was really enlightening to me. Of course they have done a lot of damage but it can't be skipped over that at one point they were little boys with dreams who needed more than their parents gave them and they found that in one of the few options available to them - folkvangelical style Christianity.
I got this panicked feeling of dread when I realized the connection between IBLP, the Duggars and the hostile takeover of American politics. Great episode, James. Thanks!
Thank you for doing this, James. I’ll walk with you on your weedy wanderings anywhere you want to go. Gotta mention that the special ed bill from Jim Holt makes sense when you consider relaxing standards probably means they can get away with spending less and leaving lots of disabled kids without any kind of substantive education.
I'm usually not one for documentaries, but I watched Shiny Happy People on Tuesday and it was really well made and informative. It also led me to this channel and you've got a new subscriber.
I was a teen when ___ kids and counting came out. I watched it honestly out of morbid curiosity, but I knew people my age who took inspiration from it and that was scary. The pastor when my cousin was a teenager was quiverfull and she and several other teenage girls were inspired by that. Idk if my cousin is still in that but giving the Duggars a platform was literally the worst thing anyone could have done and I think TLC should be held accountable to all the women and children that have been harmed by this movement.
Bro if my husband doesn’t cry for me when I hit a landmark in my career or passion project I don’t want him 😂 You guys seriously are the thing I needed to have an outlet to feel validated in my hoarding of fundie and evangelical knowledge and how it ties into our government. I always learn knew things and love when I get to yell THATS WHAT IVE BEEN SAYING whenever you speak on something I know about. I got here a little late in the party but I’ve never found a channel more in my wheel house of interests 💖 proud of you both for all that you’ve accomplished !!!
y’all are my favorites. it was so sweet to see James get teary eyed talking about how proud he is of Jen!! i told my mom one of my favorite youtubers was in the documentary, and as soon as Jen came on screen, she goes “is that her?” introducing her to y’all’s channel next!!
James, your scripts are amazing and so easy to follow. You and Jen both are easy to follow, coming from an AUDHD perspective! Also english was my favorite classes K-12 and college. You guys are so talented. 💜🖤
James has actually spoken about his ADHD a couple of times. I have ADHD as well, and personally I find other ND people easier to follow and understand. My son has AUDHD. He likes watching James.
This is my favorite Fundie Fridays video yet! I grew up in AR, I adore that place, but boy howdy is it a mess. Seeing the politics get broken down like this gives me so much more perspective on my family and childhood. Thank you so much for all your hard work, King James!!
Can someone clarify something for me? Are there only 2 names in Arkansas- Jim and Bob. Because there are several Jims, a Jim Bob and a Bobye. So are there any other names in Arkansas?
we have more creativity than that, some of the names in my family are laughable, one of the names in particular is absolutely horrendous, and some are very nice (usually only the ones for women). in fact i dont think anyone in my family is named jim or bob? but we’re also not cultists so that’s good lmao
@@MerrybethableMy mom had a best friend with 8 children (I am one of 6) so they bonded over that, but she named each of her kids with a name that began with the letter T. She told my mom she had already named four of them what she'd done and then she didn't want to explain it was an accident so she just went with it.
Gonna be honest, your comment and the fact my grandmother was named Bob made me laugh. She wasn't born in Arkansas but maybe her name is what drew her here lol.
The way I was so excited to see Jen while watching "Shiny Happy People" lol I was with my friend and screamed "OH IT'S JEN! I LOVE HER!" She then asked who Jen was...let the Fundie videos roll lol
That's how I found this channel! My daughter and I both watched "Shiny Happy People" and she was like, Oh, it's Fundie Fridays, her channel is great! So OBVIOUSLY I came over here and started binge-watching.
i also watched SHP three times. i’m so proud of you guys, it was so well made and just very eye opening for people who don’t know anything about our community. i’m proud of you guys, i’ve been watching for years and before i stumbled upon the channel i never knew there were other “weirdos” out there who also liked this weird religious stuff hahah
The way both of y'all have gotten emotional over this topic shows me how much you really, really care about the individuals affected by the horrors of fundamentalism. Y'all are good people, in the truest sense. ❤️ love you both!! Edit: I'm noticing that approx. 5 years out from my deconstruction, I 100% zone out when Bible verses are read, even when I really want to listen 😂 protective mechanism??
My guess is that JB's 2021 Senate race was a way to get money to help pay Josh's attorney fees and whatnot. Since he barely advertised his candidacy, where did the campaign contributions go?
When I was in the church at 14-15 years old, I had men, some as old as 32 interested in me and my parents didn’t bat an eye. Luckily, I was totally disgusted by these men. It’s extremely common.
Definitely want more seasons of SHP for the wider public to learn more. Just like those of us who are fortunate enough to have been educated by Rev Jen & King James at Fundie Fridays 🥰
This was a beautifully in-depth video. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for your time and effort, King James. Also, the “what asshole is going to spend the time going through 45 different pdfs-“ and then the camera zooming in on your devious smile- jokes made me cackle every time. They never got old 😂
James, your voice is soothing and I think you should narate season 2. I'm naming and claiming that it will happen. 🤪🤣 As a survivor of IBLP this documentary was so important to me (Dee) and I'm so thankful for all who participated. Thank you, Reverand Jen and King James for all you do to share the horribleness of IBLP and their world dominantion dreams. I appreciate y'all.
As a native born and raised in NWA, this was a whole experience. The passion and detail you put into this made me incredibly happy because I'm having to live this reality every day. I've lived in the more liberal central Arkansas for college, but I came home during covid. It's hard out here being a socialist heathen, but this really made me feel seen. I am having to meet our Governor later this month for my job and probably going to have to grin and bear it the whole time. The fact we have another Huckster to deal with is horrifying. Thanks again James. I appreciate you working so hard to break down the details for those who just don't know how intensely iblp and the fundies have gripped onto this community.
I had to take lots of brakes, and I'm still making it through Jordan and Makay's insights as well, but as an Arkie (moved in 2002), I 'm so glad SHP was made! Hopefully it will remove the Huckabee's from office and show the IBLP for what they are! I know it's been alluded to, but i also want to point out the EXTREME white privilege's of the Duggar's and all white quiver-full families. Oh! and Congrats on your nups!
I'm only 26 minutes in but I had to take a second to comment because James choosing to spite-read all of Jim Bob's proposed bills is a) such a mood and b) iconic
Awe. Happy tears for your sweet wife. She did great, and I was so proud of the survivors speaking out. Makes me proud. A lot of IBLP theology, including the Umbrella of Authority, snuck it’s way into mainstream Protestant denominations. It was so affirming as someone who is in the deconstruction process. My husband was raised Catholic and isn’t very religious either. So he had no idea about this stuff. When it came on the screen, I remember shouting,”Hey, they made us do that! See?! It exists!!!”
That's so wild about the RO, they were so touchy and seemed like they really liked each other. Shows how "keeping sweet" can fool all of us. Hope Bobye can live a happy life, she deserves it.
Side note but James would seriously be the best for voicing animated characters. Or honestly narrating anything. Give him a docu to narrate!!! Love you guys!!
I cannot praise this episode enough. The detail, the structure, the perfect essay nature of this... Ugh, it's all just perfect. James, you did an incredible job on this. I'm most impressed with how organized and easy to follow you were. Honestly even Shiny Happy People wasn't THIS organized and easy to follow lol. You and Jen have gotten beyond amazing at covering these massive topics in an entertaining and informative way.
I was thrilled seeing Jen in the SHP documentary. I was so proud of someone I never met. I was even prouder, when my husband, whom I thought never paid attention to what I watched on RUclips, watched SHP with me. When Jen made her appearance he said, “You watch this woman don’t you? I hear you listening to her RUclips.” You guys reach far,
My bf and I have been watching shiny happy people together but we definitely have to take breaks because my boyfriend is deconstructing actively, and he is slowly realizing his upbringing was way further into evangelism and fundamentalism than he thought. He was the son of a pastor so yk that’s a whole can of worms. I’m so glad and proud that y’all could be a part of it! Jen was one of the people who genuinely helped him start his deconstruction so we cannot thank you enough!!
I’ll watch James gush over Jen for hours if you let me. That is total king shit and I’m here for it. People openly supporting their partners is my kink (jk but I love it). Thank you both!
48:48 I’m not even done yet, and I have to pause to tell you how much I am enjoying a) Futurama clips (especially “you’ve got a degree in baloney!”) and the push to close ups of you. 😂
I'm not sure how but I definitely have been sucked into the boilin' pot that is the Duggars and IBLP (the exposing and disposing of) Thankfully, my family did not buy into something this destructive, but I was maybe 10 years old when my mom got involved with Bible study groups and the Evangelical movement. That was the big thing in the '70s "born-again" and all the televangelists. Mom was Catholic and she remained Catholic, often going to mass every morning. I had two older sisters who had married and were out of the house in 1970. I refused to go to mass but through Mom's Bible-reading people, I was invited to go to this church that was called The Christian and Missionary Alliance (basically An Assembly of God) They had a Youth Group, and it was fun. To this day I think the only true Christian person I've ever known was the pastor there. By the time I was 15, I just couldn't put aside my questions and what I knew to be true. The fact was, these people were wearing masks. The hypocrisy was overwhelming! It took me several years, an abusive marriage, and an absolute nervous breakdown, with a month in a psych unit to begin to heal. I can't believe how long it took to silence that voice in my head. I didn't even know that they put it there. I'm now 61 years old and I'm at peace with myself. It is things like IBLP that make me so angry. So many people have been hurt, and it is scary that they are trying to get into the government. We can not allow that
i find this stuff so interesting. I was wondering if you would consider making a video on the Joshua Generation mentioned in Shiny Happy People (I think this is what they're called?? They're the political generation Madison Cawthorn is part of). That's something I hadn't head of before, and would be interested in your thoughts! I'm just so happy to see you guys succeeding!! It's so well-deserved
My family briefly got involved in arkansas politics back in 2016-2019, rubbed shoulders with representatives 🤢🤮worse time of my life to be under the microscope. I feel like know too much.
@stella-vu8vh so many of the younger ones sons do like ALOT of coke, they go to smaller towns to be discrete about it but someone always knows someone's son that got into trouble with a cop and got off free. Most of the older reps and long term politicians are so two faced will vote against reproductive freedoms then be incognito "terribly" at a swingers party in a holiday inn..
I saw the show with my parents, it was pretty fantastically made, but also deeply upsetting. My sister was the one who introduced me to Fundie Fridays, and I'm pretty sure she was finishing it around the same time as the rest of us!
I hate the term “power couple” but damn y’all are the fundie snark power couple and I’m so here for it. Also, I’m a wrestling fan so James is one of my own, and I’m proud of you guys, is all. ❤
This is my first time watching one of James’ videos. I, too, am a total politics nerd, so I’ll definitely be watching more of them. Thanks to both Jen and James for breaking all this down. As I like to remind people, “The Handmaid’s Tale” is not supposed to be aspirational.
I have watched SHP three times already, including refreshing multiple times waiting for it to drop. It was such an important series. As someone raised in Assemblies of God, you have no idea how much this channel has helped me. You and Jen are so appreciated in my house. (And blessed alban hefin from one of your pagan viewers)
Hello, fellow AofG raised person. I hope you have a life filled with love and kindness, and that your guilt and shame attacks bestowed upon you by this harmful ideology is minimal or nonexistent ❤
@@-GhostessI haven't attended since I turned eighteen (I am now 39, my daughter and I share this page and she's the Nezuko superfan lol) and I still catch myself worrying about modesty or the rapture. It's exhausting.
Y'all! I've been a Jennonite for a while and love you both so much. I do hate giving Bezos money but I 100% took out a free prime trial just to watch this series. That's how much we love you 😅
@@XSlimSxadyX totally no worries. Like I said. I started a free trial of prime. And put in a calendar reminder to cancel it! I've already watched the series!
Sometimes it feels surreal knowing I lived in that area of Arkansas for a short time before I got more into politics. Great video you guys are amazing people. Thank you.
This is a perfect topic for James. I rarely think much about organization within texts, but I noted out loud to my friend that this was really well organized. Especially for a long video and a story with so many parts, what to include/exclude and how to tell it all can be overwhelming. This is well done. I love all of your videos for various reasons and I can really see the work that went into this one (even more than just "wow, well over an hour")
Just popping in to say I love yall and can't wait to watch this when I have more time. You guys have a way with making such hard to watch content palletable and even safe-feeling to an LGBTQ+ individual like myself ❤
I am so proud of everyone in the documentary! Having watched it recently it's a bit jarring to realize that I have also suffered childhood trauma (not anywhere near to this extent), after finishing it. I do think it is very important to be watched in shared, but yes 100% viewer discretion is advised.
I already was disgusted by Josh, but when i found out that he actually paid $$$ for that movie Daisy's destruction, I've rarely been more disgusted by a human in my life. Except maybe the man and his gf who actually made the movie. I had seen a true crime show about the man who made it, Peter (?) . I can't remember his last name at the moment. I appreciate you minimizing his actions. The very fact that he is still breathing makes me uncomfortable. He's a sick, sick little narcissistic hypocrite.
You guys are my favorite power couple. So happy for you both and wishing you a lifetime of success! I love both of your thoroughness in your deep dives. Thank you for advocating for voting as much as you do! 💗💗💗💗💗 also drop the coconut curry recipe 👀
Thank you for the very well said call to action, King James. I thoroughly enjoy your breakdowns and backstories, as Jen is my first toe dip into the fundie world.
Hi from Germany! Thanks for the amount of effort you put in to your videos. It’s so much background information that helps to get a deeper understanding of topics like that. It is quite difficult not to only think:“Oh, this Americans🙈“ Keep on doing what you do🖤
it’s refreshing to see james so supportive of jen and the work of shiny happy people. proud of you both for the work you do and happy to be a jennonite 🙏🏽
something I've been realizing the more I watch the discussions that have been coming out lately is that the lack of education sure yes it lets them control their kids, keeps them from having thoughts of their own, but it also leads to them not being able to function, so what happens when all the older generation dies and no one is there to tell them what to do anymore and they have absolutely no independence to think for themselves? so they've filled their quiver and shot their arrows at the world.....and then those arrows are arrows, not people with their own bows to then fend for themselves.
Stellar work, King James! I’m from Northwest Arkansas. I so enjoyed listening to you break this all down as only you can do. I learned so much and your commentary is spot on.
I watched shiny happy people with my mom and seeing Christian tiktokers on screen while sitting next to my very offline mom was wild. Aside from that, it was a great watch. Very informative and well done. It's also the reason why I started watching your videos.
I can't find the documentary in my country but seeing James SO proud and loving over his wife makes me feel so happy for them both! 🥰 Thank you both so much for bringing these people into light and what they have done and do. May the gods protect you always! 💚 Love from Argentina 🇦🇷
I'm so excited to witness James' transformation into a Wife Guy.
But not a Transformed Wife Guy.
@@heathengritmonkey8570😂
What's a "wife guy"?
@@cactuscallie5090 I think it’s basically someone that really loves their wife and are constantly talking about them.
Let's not. Those never end well
I absolutely adore the two of you. It was so sweet to see King James get teary-eyed about how proud he is.
I lost it omg
I'm pretty sure I'm older than both Jen and James, but I still aspire to find a partnership as supportive as theirs ❤
Yes, I just beam every time they get sappy about each other!
That was really sweet. James’ love and support for Jen is so pure!
Literally so cute
I’m not even an American, but I just thoroughly enjoyed almost 2 hours of Arkansas electoral history tea
Same! As non-american, it's hard for me to understand why different states have different law. It's the same country!
I think a way that might make sense to a non-American is to think of the US as 50+ different countries that shares a federal government. The US is so huge and varies so drastically from area to area that if we tried to govern everything solely through the federal government, it would blow up in a major way. Think of it a bit like the EU. If suddenly every single law was written and enforced by the EU (speed limits, drinking ages, what kind of paperwork car deals need to file, divorce procedures, etc. etc. it would be a nightmare and every country would want their way of doing things to be the way the whole EU did them. This is why we have state laws and governments. It’s messy, inefficient and can have devastating consequences but it prevents outright civil war and states breaking up the country to do their own thing. Hopes this helps.
@@NanaHeraUAAs an American, there are even laws within states by county, city, and sometimes even neighborhoods. It’s like a nesting doll only it’s laws all the way down lol
Where you at?
@@NanaHeraUAbecause of something called the 9th amendment. And because our country was founded on the base on not wanting too much centralized government so on that point it makes sense.
By coincidence I was doing a patients intake today and he said “well I was born and raised in Arkansas, but then they found out I could read and write and they made me leave”
😂😂😂
Now THATS what I call a zinger 😂
i told a professor of mine i was from arkansas and she asked “do you wear shoes down there?” LIKE MA’AM PLEASE
@therealz360z7❤❤
I would love to meet your patient lol
Friday service here we are
Let the congregation say Amen
Amen
This is the only reverend and spouse I’ll listen to at this point of my reconstruction. Amen!
Praise Jesus herself 🙏🏻 😇
Praise Marshal
There’s no downside to Amazon releasing more episodes: the survivors get more of their voices shared and the views will be good revenue for the greedy Prime executives. Truly everyone wins if they drop a 2nd season
The unlikely but existing risk of being sued by one of the parties being exposed is probably the biggest argument against s2
Maybe it can replace the travesty that is Rings of Power!
@@emilybarclay8831sadly 😢 because the truth hurts and they don’t want to hear it and it’s sad they want to silence people 😢
Would like them to look into Independent Fundamental Baptist in a S2. I think even talking of Bob Jones & his teachings would be interesting to see.
@@xxbrokendollxxx An IFB season 2 with Sadie from Leaving Eden as one of the survivors!!
We knew on a surface level that girls and women are seen as little more than property in the IBLP, but Jimbob's casual admission that he was planning on using Jim's daughter as bait really drives it home. That girl dodged a bullet.
The fact Ma and Pa Duggar was willing to let the poor Holt girl marry their pedophile son without telling her, makes me sick.That tells the Holts all they need to know about their "friendship"
@@marysue7165 I still feel a tiny bit bad for Anna’s parents not being told anything about Josh’s history. Obviously Anna is not a good person and neither are her parents BUT what the Duggars did to them in terms of keeping vital information from them about Josh is still absolutely horrible and no one should have had that happen to them, even other awful fundies.
She sure did JB and Michelle should be ashamed of themselves!
I wonder if that contributed to why Bobby left was just seeing how much sexual abuse is just endemic into iblp culture
A god damned grenade
I YELLED when Jen appeared on my screen as I was watching Shiny Happy People. Dang, I'm still staggering from the whole thing.
Also, I adore you both and would like to congratulate you on your marriage.
My wife doesn't like documentaries, she says a lot of the ones I watch are slow and dry (and she has a point). She happily watched and engaged with SHP all the way through!
@@jjmartinez9489slow and dull I think they're fascinating my dad almost threw me into one and my sister is in one I found I find all these things interconnected and intertwined it's almost scary I have learned so much about these things that it's interesting how they weave in and out of mainstream Society
Love how honest King James is about wanting his own Duggar Episode. KJ episodes I adore for their political commentary
Omg KJ v. KJ wrestling match!
As a born and raised Arkansan, I thank you for your service.
Me too, babe. 😢 ❤
Same here. Thank you for highlighting these scummy Darkansas politicians. They’re over abundant and abhorrent in every way imaginable.
Arkansan? As a British... How do you pronounce that? Arkansawn? Haha
@@chequeplease Are-CANS-in
Same. 🥰
I just about died at “Jason Bourne-in-a-manger”. Absolutely peak comedy. Keep up the amazing work, King James!
That was amazing
Same
We stan James. He is what most men should strive to be. The way he talks about how proud of his wife he is, is so heart warming. Not to mention how smart and logical he is. I love you two together
I was watching this with my mom, and she had the horrific realization about how interconnected all these people are, especially among politicians. Thank you guys for all the work you do in breaking all of this down in ways that are easy to understand, and in a way that's entertaining and educational. I'm waiting for my work bonus to get SHP, but I"m so proud of both of you and the work that you've done.
Read Andrew Seidel’s book about their influence on the Supreme Court, it’s even worse. 😭
I would love to see a family tree of all these religious political families to really drive the point home and Jen and James are the perfect pair for that job.
Ya it’s really nuts. Hollywood too. It’s depressing
Im a Christian, but i absolutely love this channel. I think Jen did a great job on the documentary, and i love seeing how proud you are of her. I know you all don't always cover the most fun things to talk about,so i thank you for the work you do, and giving victims a voice.
Hearing them referred to as trauma bonded was really enlightening to me. Of course they have done a lot of damage but it can't be skipped over that at one point they were little boys with dreams who needed more than their parents gave them and they found that in one of the few options available to them - folkvangelical style Christianity.
Yes they were absolutely trauma bonded.
I got this panicked feeling of dread when I realized the connection between IBLP, the Duggars and the hostile takeover of American politics. Great episode, James. Thanks!
“Heartbreaking: the worst person you know just made a good point” lmaooo I love whoever wrote that headline
Thank you for doing this, James. I’ll walk with you on your weedy wanderings anywhere you want to go. Gotta mention that the special ed bill from Jim Holt makes sense when you consider relaxing standards probably means they can get away with spending less and leaving lots of disabled kids without any kind of substantive education.
I wouldn’t be surprised if he wanted to bring back “special schools” for disabled kids.
Yep, out of sight and out of mind…… They’re hoping this will work with Josh as well.
ah, yes, protecting the most vulnerable, like a true christian [/sarcasm]
I'm usually not one for documentaries, but I watched Shiny Happy People on Tuesday and it was really well made and informative. It also led me to this channel and you've got a new subscriber.
I was a teen when ___ kids and counting came out. I watched it honestly out of morbid curiosity, but I knew people my age who took inspiration from it and that was scary. The pastor when my cousin was a teenager was quiverfull and she and several other teenage girls were inspired by that. Idk if my cousin is still in that but giving the Duggars a platform was literally the worst thing anyone could have done and I think TLC should be held accountable to all the women and children that have been harmed by this movement.
Your silly grin when talking about "who would dig into what JB did 25 years ago" promoted a literal LOL.
Bro if my husband doesn’t cry for me when I hit a landmark in my career or passion project I don’t want him 😂
You guys seriously are the thing I needed to have an outlet to feel validated in my hoarding of fundie and evangelical knowledge and how it ties into our government. I always learn knew things and love when I get to yell THATS WHAT IVE BEEN SAYING whenever you speak on something I know about. I got here a little late in the party but I’ve never found a channel more in my wheel house of interests 💖 proud of you both for all that you’ve accomplished !!!
y’all are my favorites. it was so sweet to see James get teary eyed talking about how proud he is of Jen!! i told my mom one of my favorite youtubers was in the documentary, and as soon as Jen came on screen, she goes “is that her?” introducing her to y’all’s channel next!!
James, your scripts are amazing and so easy to follow. You and Jen both are easy to follow, coming from an AUDHD perspective! Also english was my favorite classes K-12 and college. You guys are so talented. 💜🖤
James has actually spoken about his ADHD a couple of times. I have ADHD as well, and personally I find other ND people easier to follow and understand. My son has AUDHD. He likes watching James.
Same and same!
audhd here too and i feel the same
I finally got diagnosed audhd YESTERDAY 😭😭 my life makes SENSE lol
Seriously. I could listen to him read a phone book
This is my favorite Fundie Fridays video yet! I grew up in AR, I adore that place, but boy howdy is it a mess. Seeing the politics get broken down like this gives me so much more perspective on my family and childhood. Thank you so much for all your hard work, King James!!
boy howdy lmfao
I have family in Arkansas ❤️
Can someone clarify something for me? Are there only 2 names in Arkansas- Jim and Bob. Because there are several Jims, a Jim Bob and a Bobye. So are there any other names in Arkansas?
Yes. But all the children's names start with j.
we have more creativity than that, some of the names in my family are laughable, one of the names in particular is absolutely horrendous, and some are very nice (usually only the ones for women). in fact i dont think anyone in my family is named jim or bob? but we’re also not cultists so that’s good lmao
@@MerrybethableMy mom had a best friend with 8 children (I am one of 6) so they bonded over that, but she named each of her kids with a name that began with the letter T. She told my mom she had already named four of them what she'd done and then she didn't want to explain it was an accident so she just went with it.
Gonna be honest, your comment and the fact my grandmother was named Bob made me laugh. She wasn't born in Arkansas but maybe her name is what drew her here lol.
@@rebeccaholcombe9043 ok that's funny 😂
I really felt it when you said "pedantic nonsense is my passion" 🙏
We love a James led sermon
The way I was so excited to see Jen while watching "Shiny Happy People" lol I was with my friend and screamed "OH IT'S JEN! I LOVE HER!" She then asked who Jen was...let the Fundie videos roll lol
OMG!! I know that chick!!….Wait, not really. This was my first thought when I saw Jen. 😂
That's how I found this channel! My daughter and I both watched "Shiny Happy People" and she was like, Oh, it's Fundie Fridays, her channel is great! So OBVIOUSLY I came over here and started binge-watching.
I did the same thing! My husband looked at me like I was crazy and I just fangirled a bit because "IT'S JEN!" 😂
Same!
i also watched SHP three times. i’m so proud of you guys, it was so well made and just very eye opening for people who don’t know anything about our community. i’m proud of you guys, i’ve been watching for years and before i stumbled upon the channel i never knew there were other “weirdos” out there who also liked this weird religious stuff hahah
The way both of y'all have gotten emotional over this topic shows me how much you really, really care about the individuals affected by the horrors of fundamentalism. Y'all are good people, in the truest sense. ❤️ love you both!!
Edit: I'm noticing that approx. 5 years out from my deconstruction, I 100% zone out when Bible verses are read, even when I really want to listen 😂 protective mechanism??
Yes - not a former fundie, but I do have cPTSD - that is called disassociation. It is a legitimate defense mechanism.
My guess is that JB's 2021 Senate race was a way to get money to help pay Josh's attorney fees and whatnot. Since he barely advertised his candidacy, where did the campaign contributions go?
Compelling theory! Maybe it will be investigated...
The "courtship" at 14 is so horrifying. How many kids are actually married off in this way? More than I'd like to think.
When I was in the church at 14-15 years old, I had men, some as old as 32 interested in me and my parents didn’t bat an eye. Luckily, I was totally disgusted by these men. It’s extremely common.
Definitely want more seasons of SHP for the wider public to learn more. Just like those of us who are fortunate enough to have been educated by Rev Jen & King James at Fundie Fridays 🥰
This was a beautifully in-depth video. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for your time and effort, King James. Also, the “what asshole is going to spend the time going through 45 different pdfs-“ and then the camera zooming in on your devious smile- jokes made me cackle every time. They never got old 😂
I enjoyed the zoom too. James was like, I have time today. 🤣
James, your voice is soothing and I think you should narate season 2. I'm naming and claiming that it will happen. 🤪🤣
As a survivor of IBLP this documentary was so important to me (Dee) and I'm so thankful for all who participated.
Thank you, Reverand Jen and King James for all you do to share the horribleness of IBLP and their world dominantion dreams.
I appreciate y'all.
SpongeBob character: You just blow in from stupidtown?
Josh Duggar: No, actually. I came from Evil-ville an hour ago.
As an Arkansas resident, thank you for helping expose these people's skeletons. Our state is an absolute disaster right now
It really is. The state is so lovely when it comes to nature but a lot of the other people in it make that hard to enjoy.
As a native born and raised in NWA, this was a whole experience. The passion and detail you put into this made me incredibly happy because I'm having to live this reality every day. I've lived in the more liberal central Arkansas for college, but I came home during covid. It's hard out here being a socialist heathen, but this really made me feel seen. I am having to meet our Governor later this month for my job and probably going to have to grin and bear it the whole time. The fact we have another Huckster to deal with is horrifying. Thanks again James. I appreciate you working so hard to break down the details for those who just don't know how intensely iblp and the fundies have gripped onto this community.
I had to take lots of brakes, and I'm still making it through Jordan and Makay's insights as well, but as an Arkie (moved in 2002), I 'm so glad SHP was made! Hopefully it will remove the Huckabee's from office and show the IBLP for what they are! I know it's been alluded to, but i also want to point out the EXTREME white privilege's of the Duggar's and all white quiver-full families. Oh! and Congrats on your nups!
Yes. No one ever talks about the white privilege. Thank you for pointing this out.
I'm only 26 minutes in but I had to take a second to comment because James choosing to spite-read all of Jim Bob's proposed bills is a) such a mood and b) iconic
Awe. Happy tears for your sweet wife. She did great, and I was so proud of the survivors speaking out. Makes me proud. A lot of IBLP theology, including the Umbrella of Authority, snuck it’s way into mainstream Protestant denominations. It was so affirming as someone who is in the deconstruction process. My husband was raised Catholic and isn’t very religious either. So he had no idea about this stuff. When it came on the screen, I remember shouting,”Hey, they made us do that! See?! It exists!!!”
That's so wild about the RO, they were so touchy and seemed like they really liked each other. Shows how "keeping sweet" can fool all of us. Hope Bobye can live a happy life, she deserves it.
I’m gonna need a “Pedantic Nonsense Is My Passion” tshirt IMMEDIATELY, good sir.
I'm really enjoying James' evolution from Supportive Fiance to Wife Guy (complimentary).
Side note but James would seriously be the best for voicing animated characters. Or honestly narrating anything. Give him a docu to narrate!!! Love you guys!!
the first church i’ve felt comfortable in thank you both!!
Watching James tear up when he talks about how awesome Jenn is warms my heart and brings me life 😭😩
I cannot praise this episode enough. The detail, the structure, the perfect essay nature of this... Ugh, it's all just perfect. James, you did an incredible job on this. I'm most impressed with how organized and easy to follow you were. Honestly even Shiny Happy People wasn't THIS organized and easy to follow lol. You and Jen have gotten beyond amazing at covering these massive topics in an entertaining and informative way.
I was thrilled seeing Jen in the SHP documentary. I was so proud of someone I never met. I was even prouder, when my husband, whom I thought never paid attention to what I watched on RUclips, watched SHP with me. When Jen made her appearance he said, “You watch this woman don’t you? I hear you listening to her RUclips.” You guys reach far,
My bf and I have been watching shiny happy people together but we definitely have to take breaks because my boyfriend is deconstructing actively, and he is slowly realizing his upbringing was way further into evangelism and fundamentalism than he thought. He was the son of a pastor so yk that’s a whole can of worms. I’m so glad and proud that y’all could be a part of it! Jen was one of the people who genuinely helped him start his deconstruction so we cannot thank you enough!!
The editing was so good. I just appreciate this video SO much. James you teach and explain things so well.
HOW?? do you do closeups on yourself?? So cool.
I’ll watch James gush over Jen for hours if you let me. That is total king shit and I’m here for it. People openly supporting their partners is my kink (jk but I love it). Thank you both!
48:48 I’m not even done yet, and I have to pause to tell you how much I am enjoying a) Futurama clips (especially “you’ve got a degree in baloney!”) and the push to close ups of you. 😂
I'm not sure how but I definitely have been sucked into the boilin' pot that is the Duggars and IBLP (the exposing and disposing of) Thankfully, my family did not buy into something this destructive, but I was maybe 10 years old when my mom got involved with Bible study groups and the Evangelical movement. That was the big thing in the '70s "born-again" and all the televangelists. Mom was Catholic and she remained Catholic, often going to mass every morning. I had two older sisters who had married and were out of the house in 1970. I refused to go to mass but through Mom's Bible-reading people, I was invited to go to this church that was called The Christian and Missionary Alliance (basically An Assembly of God) They had a Youth Group, and it was fun. To this day I think the only true Christian person I've ever known was the pastor there.
By the time I was 15, I just couldn't put aside my questions and what I knew to be true. The fact was, these people were wearing masks. The hypocrisy was overwhelming! It took me several years, an abusive marriage, and an absolute nervous breakdown, with a month in a psych unit to begin to heal. I can't believe how long it took to silence that voice in my head. I didn't even know that they put it there. I'm now 61 years old and I'm at peace with myself.
It is things like IBLP that make me so angry. So many people have been hurt, and it is scary that they are trying to get into the government. We can not allow that
❤
I found this channel when I was deconstructing and you all have helped me out in so many ways thank you
i find this stuff so interesting. I was wondering if you would consider making a video on the Joshua Generation mentioned in Shiny Happy People (I think this is what they're called?? They're the political generation Madison Cawthorn is part of). That's something I hadn't head of before, and would be interested in your thoughts! I'm just so happy to see you guys succeeding!! It's so well-deserved
Yes, I'd love to see a deep dive into the Joshua Generation. That part was just dropped in SHP and everyone was like um, tell me more.
My family briefly got involved in arkansas politics back in 2016-2019, rubbed shoulders with representatives 🤢🤮worse time of my life to be under the microscope. I feel like know too much.
what do you know that you cant talk about / cant name names
@stella-vu8vh so many of the younger ones sons do like ALOT of coke, they go to smaller towns to be discrete about it but someone always knows someone's son that got into trouble with a cop and got off free. Most of the older reps and long term politicians are so two faced will vote against reproductive freedoms then be incognito "terribly" at a swingers party in a holiday inn..
Love James and how proud he is of Reverend Jen.
I love how happy you are when you say "wife" ❤
also... LOVE that anyone can be pre-med. I could be majoring in geology and still consider myself pre-med if I want to apply to med school.
Can we have "pedantic nonsense is my passion" merch?
Thanks!
THANK YOU FRIEND! And apologies on the delay, we just learned how to see the Super Thanks lol😅
Oh this is the drama I live for, ty Jen and James for the feature length takedown of the IBLP political quagmire
Knowing Bobye was on the cusp of leaving Jim makes her behavior towards him in the doc make so much sense. She just seems so _done_ with him.
I saw the show with my parents, it was pretty fantastically made, but also deeply upsetting. My sister was the one who introduced me to Fundie Fridays, and I'm pretty sure she was finishing it around the same time as the rest of us!
I hate the term “power couple” but damn y’all are the fundie snark power couple and I’m so here for it. Also, I’m a wrestling fan so James is one of my own, and I’m proud of you guys, is all. ❤
Pentecostal preacher's daughter here. From East Texas
This is my first time watching one of James’ videos. I, too, am a total politics nerd, so I’ll definitely be watching more of them. Thanks to both Jen and James for breaking all this down. As I like to remind people, “The Handmaid’s Tale” is not supposed to be aspirational.
Funny enough I watched this video to keep me sane while I was moving boxes and cleaning at my grandparents house.
I have watched SHP three times already, including refreshing multiple times waiting for it to drop. It was such an important series.
As someone raised in Assemblies of God, you have no idea how much this channel has helped me. You and Jen are so appreciated in my house.
(And blessed alban hefin from one of your pagan viewers)
Hello, fellow AofG raised person. I hope you have a life filled with love and kindness, and that your guilt and shame attacks bestowed upon you by this harmful ideology is minimal or nonexistent ❤
@@Nezukofan823 same to you. It's crazy how more than a decade later I'm still identifying bad mentalities from it
@@-GhostessI haven't attended since I turned eighteen (I am now 39, my daughter and I share this page and she's the Nezuko superfan lol) and I still catch myself worrying about modesty or the rapture. It's exhausting.
@@Nezukofan823 SAME! I am pagan now and that doesn't even fit in my beliefs and it messes with me!
I bet James was the kinda guy in college who included a lot of funny little comments in his essays that professors loved
that ending line of your 'you'll know that candidate when you see them' -- dang! excellent episode. maybe one of your best.
Y'all! I've been a Jennonite for a while and love you both so much. I do hate giving Bezos money but I 100% took out a free prime trial just to watch this series. That's how much we love you 😅
Piracy
@@XSlimSxadyX I'm bad at doing that without giving my computer diseases 😭
@@KNosk826 I can help if you need. It might take a day or two on my crap MacBook Pro but I can definitely get it
@@XSlimSxadyX totally no worries. Like I said. I started a free trial of prime. And put in a calendar reminder to cancel it! I've already watched the series!
I love when Jen's hubby hosts! He's so funny and genuine! Good job choosing a mate, Jen!!!
Im so happy for Bobbi Holt and her son. I hope they'll be okay and stay safe.
James I gotta say, I really appreciate all the Futurama. Its my safe show, so it makes me so happy.
Sometimes it feels surreal knowing I lived in that area of Arkansas for a short time before I got more into politics. Great video you guys are amazing people. Thank you.
This is a perfect topic for James. I rarely think much about organization within texts, but I noted out loud to my friend that this was really well organized. Especially for a long video and a story with so many parts, what to include/exclude and how to tell it all can be overwhelming. This is well done. I love all of your videos for various reasons and I can really see the work that went into this one (even more than just "wow, well over an hour")
I want to know if he wrote all of this out and if so, how many pages it ended up being 😂
We love a supportive king!!!! So lovely seeing James be proud of Jen. I hope you both know how proud we are of both of you!
I misread the title as shit in the camp and now I can’t stop giggling to myself 😂
Just popping in to say I love yall and can't wait to watch this when I have more time. You guys have a way with making such hard to watch content palletable and even safe-feeling to an LGBTQ+ individual like myself ❤
I am so proud of everyone in the documentary! Having watched it recently it's a bit jarring to realize that I have also suffered childhood trauma (not anywhere near to this extent), after finishing it. I do think it is very important to be watched in shared, but yes 100% viewer discretion is advised.
I already was disgusted by Josh, but when i found out that he actually paid $$$ for that movie Daisy's destruction, I've rarely been more disgusted by a human in my life. Except maybe the man and his gf who actually made the movie. I had seen a true crime show about the man who made it, Peter (?) . I can't remember his last name at the moment. I appreciate you minimizing his actions. The very fact that he is still breathing makes me uncomfortable. He's a sick, sick little narcissistic hypocrite.
Peter Skully. Hands down the most vile and barbaric evil monster to walk the earth.
Scully
@@chellefell1331 yes. That's the sick twisted freak's name
GOD. I was happier not knowing that existed. I’m going to forget it now.
@@AmandaPaige71 agree.
You guys are my favorite power couple. So happy for you both and wishing you a lifetime of success! I love both of your thoroughness in your deep dives. Thank you for advocating for voting as much as you do! 💗💗💗💗💗 also drop the coconut curry recipe 👀
I have watched Shiny Happy People 4 times already! It is absolutely an amazing eye opening experience! They should bring out a Part 2
Thank you for the very well said call to action, King James. I thoroughly enjoy your breakdowns and backstories, as Jen is my first toe dip into the fundie world.
Y’all are truly some of my favorite people, watching the two of you get more and more success and opportunities is so wonderful
James this is your best piece yet. How did you make 2 hours of Arkansas electoral history so riveting?
“What kind of iiiiddddiot…” that gleam in your eye is *chef’s kiss*
Hi from Germany!
Thanks for the amount of effort you put in to your videos. It’s so much background information that helps to get a deeper understanding of topics like that. It is quite difficult not to only think:“Oh, this Americans🙈“
Keep on doing what you do🖤
Thanks for cracking open the pdfs, King James. From a rogue librarian/archivist, I salute you.
it’s refreshing to see james so supportive of jen and the work of shiny happy people. proud of you both for the work you do and happy to be a jennonite 🙏🏽
Well done, Mr James. You have so much to offer to this “fight “ against the radical right. You are so articulate and you really do your due diligence.
something I've been realizing the more I watch the discussions that have been coming out lately is that the lack of education sure yes it lets them control their kids, keeps them from having thoughts of their own, but it also leads to them not being able to function, so what happens when all the older generation dies and no one is there to tell them what to do anymore and they have absolutely no independence to think for themselves? so they've filled their quiver and shot their arrows at the world.....and then those arrows are arrows, not people with their own bows to then fend for themselves.
Stellar work, King James! I’m from Northwest Arkansas. I so enjoyed listening to you break this all down as only you can do. I learned so much and your commentary is spot on.
I watched shiny happy people with my mom and seeing Christian tiktokers on screen while sitting next to my very offline mom was wild. Aside from that, it was a great watch. Very informative and well done. It's also the reason why I started watching your videos.
Loved it James! You and Jen bring me so much joy and hope keep up the good work!
I can't find the documentary in my country but seeing James SO proud and loving over his wife makes me feel so happy for them both! 🥰
Thank you both so much for bringing these people into light and what they have done and do. May the gods protect you always! 💚 Love from Argentina 🇦🇷
(00:25:57-00:26:38) Thank you for your service James. May the light of Jen continue to shine through us all.
Omg (00:39:53-00:40:28) *y'all can't see it but i am saluting*
OMG (00:48:15)
You got me