Episode 3: Ungodly Affection
Megan Phelps-Roper reads from her gripping memoir about escaping the notorious Westboro Baptist Church. Today: social media gives Megan a glimpse of life beyond Westboro's confines
Megan Phelps-Roper reads from her brutally frank memoir about growing up in the Westboro Baptist Church - often called 'the most hated family in America' – the religious sect aggressive in its homophobia and antisemitism, and notorious for picketing the funerals of American soldiers.
From the age of five Megan was protesting daily, believing that she was doing God's work. Aged 26, however, she came to a realisation: Westboro’s teachings were a monstrous lie and she must leave, turn her back on her family, her church — her entire world - and start over.
Today: through social media, Megan gets a glimpse of life beyond Westboro’s fire-and-brimstone confines...
Abridged by Sara Davies
Produced by Elizabeth Allard
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A memoir of growing up in the notorious Westboro Baptist Church.