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The Way of Escape

Rhonna Rickman

Booking Overview

This is a testimonial interview show focused on spiritual abuse, religious trauma, and recovery from high-control Christian environments, typically featuring former members and people closely connected to Remnant Fellowship and Weigh Down Ministries. Credible pitches include former members of high-control religious groups, religious-trauma recovery advocates, and experts who can address coercive control or faith-based recovery; booking difficulty is low because the show primarily features accessible people with relevant lived experience rather than highly prominent public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 10

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

thewayofescapefromrf@gmail.com

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Host

Rhonna Rickman - Former leader and staff member who left Remnant Fellowship Church and Weigh Down Ministries and now shares personal experiences of control, spiritual abuse, faith, and recovery.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Firsthand experience as a former member of Remnant Fellowship, Weigh Down Ministries, or another high-control religious group; relevant recovery, advocacy, counseling, or research expertise may also fit when tied directly to the show’s subject matter.
Required Achievements:  
Lived experience leaving a high-control religious group, Recovery, advocacy, counseling, or educational work related to spiritual abuse or religious trauma

Recent Guest Discussions

Michael Shamblin Black - Growing Up Within Remnant Fellowship, Leadership Pressure, Control Over Relationships And Daily Life, Leaving The Organization, And Expressing Difficult Experiences Through Music.

Adam Rickman - Cancer, Loss Of Friendships, Shunning, Faith, Forgiveness, Healing, And Rebuilding Relationships After Leaving A High-control Religious Group.

Julie Dragt - Similarities Between Remnant Fellowship And NXIVM, Coercive-control Tactics, Weaponized Personal Information, Perfectionism, And Recovery After Leaving.

Alex Spredemann - Why People Remain In Controlling Groups, Cognitive Dissonance, Fear Of Losing Family, Pressure To Be Perfect, And Finding Freedom After Departure.

Recent Topics

Religion, Religious Trauma, Cult Recovery, Spiritual Abuse, High Control Groups

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Way of Escape
:

Ep. 10 - Remnant Fellowship Weddings - The Way of Escape

October 02, 2026

Host: Rhonna RickmanGuest: Abbi WatersonPodcast: The Way of Escape - Ep.10 Remnant Fellowship WeddingsWhat was it really like to get married in Remnant Fellowship?In this episode of The Way of Escape, Rhonna and her daughter Abbi discuss dating, engagement, and wedding planning inside Remnant. They share how wedding tiers, approved bridal parties, music, edited vows, and church expectations shaped their experience.Abbi and Blake have a beautiful marriage, while at the same time speaking hones...

Ep. 9 - Beyond the Golden Streets: Michael Shamblin Black | The Way of Escape

August 15, 2026

Host: Rhonna RickmanGuest:  Michael Shamblin BlackPodcast: The Way of Escape - Ep. 9 - Beyond the Golden StreetsFor more than two decades, Michael Shamblin Black lived at the very center of Remnant Fellowship, not only as Gwen Shamblin’s son, but as a musician, worship leader, and eyewitness to what was happening behind the scenes.In this episode of The Way of Escape, Michael joins Rhonna Rickman for a candid conversation about growing up with Gwen, the beginnings of Remnant Fellowship, the c...

Ep. 8 - Hope After the Hurt | The Way of Escape

July 28, 2026

Host:  Rhonna RickmanGuest:  Adam RickmanPodcast: The Way of Escape - Ep. 8 - Hope After the HurtIn this personal episode of The Way of Escape, Rhonna Rickman and her son, Adam, discuss his cancer diagnosis, the loss of lifelong friendships, and the reality of shunning after leaving Remnant Fellowship.Adam shares how cancer deepened his faith, revealed who truly showed up for him, and helped him recognize the freedom and genuine relationships he has found outside the group. Together, they ref...

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Frequently asked questions

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The Way of Escape
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How do I get in touch with The Way of Escape?

The Way of Escape is hosted by Rhonna Rickman. Its publicly listed email is thewayofescapefromrf@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Way of Escape?

The publicly listed email for The Way of Escape: thewayofescapefromrf@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Way of Escape have?

Podseeker estimates The Way of Escape reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Way of Escape?

The Way of Escape typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Firsthand experience as a former member of Remnant Fellowship, Weigh Down Ministries, or another high-control religious group; relevant recovery, advocacy, counseling, or research expertise may also fit when tied directly to the show’s subject matter. Common among recent guests: Lived experience leaving a high-control religious group; Recovery, advocacy, counseling, or educational work related to spiritual abuse or religious trauma. Recent guests include Michael Shamblin Black, Adam Rickman, and Julie Dragt.

How hard is it to get booked on The Way of Escape?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Way of Escape cover?

Recent episodes cover Religion, Religious Trauma, Cult Recovery, Spiritual Abuse, and High Control Groups. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

thewayofescapefromrf@gmail.com

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