Umbrella Rebellion
Here on Umbrella Rebellion we are sharing our experience in the ATI/IBLP and Fundamental Cults. We are on a journey of healing, and exposing the teachings that lead to and justify abuse. It is our hope that those that are experiencing abuse can find support and escape from it. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umbrellarebellion/support
Recent Episodes
Nov. 2, 2025
Exposing IBLP: Gothard’s Convictions — Clarity, Is That an Option?
We continue and finally finish our look at Gothard’s “Ten Basic Convictions,” we continue through the list of scripture-backed beliefs from the IBLP Men’s Manual. The deeper we go, the more it becomes clear that clarity was n...
Oct. 11, 2025
Exposing IBLP Gothard's Commandment Cosplay and Blame Shifting Logic | Episode 14
In this episode, we combine three parts of the Exposing IBLP series to explore Bill Gothard’s tangled web of “convictions,” parenting formulas, and blame-shifting theology. Gothard teaches that when families struggle, it’s be...
Oct. 2, 2025
“When Appearance Becomes Obedience: Gothard’s Hair Rules Examined
In this episode, I unpack some of the most unusual and revealing IBLP materials— Biblical Principles of Hair Length for Single Ladies , Seven Basic Needs of a Husband , and the Wisdom Booklet #15 medicine section. These teach...
May 3, 2025
Title: Exposing IBLP: Gothard’s Formula for Raising Kids, Dodging Blame, and Distorting Truth | Episode 13
In this episode, we examine three deeply troubling aspects of Bill Gothard’s teachings from the IBLP Men’s Manual. First, we look at how Gothard pairs scripture with a racially charged illustration—one that subtly reinforces ...
April 26, 2025
Exposing IBLP: Gothard Twists Childhood Development into Rebellion - Demands Obedience Through Fear
In this episode, we delve into Bill Gothard’s troubling teachings from the IBLP Men’s Manual, where normal childhood behaviors are labeled as rebellion, and natural curiosity is framed as spiritual defiance. We start with Got...
April 19, 2025
Exposing IBLP: Quiet Influence, Twisted Advice, and Misplaced Blame | Episode 11
In this episode, we explore the surprising theological roots of Bill Gothard’s interpretation of a woman’s desire. First, we uncover the quiet influence of Susan Foh—a scholar whose work Gothard quietly borrowed to justify si...
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