Videos tagged with Nathan Apffel

This episode of the Shawn Ryan Show features filmmaker Nathan Apffel discussing his docuseries "The Religion Business," which investigates the financial practices and alleged corruption within large religious organizations, particularly megachurches. Apffel, drawing from personal experiences, highlights issues of financial accountability, the accumulation of wealth within religious institutions, and the potential for these funds to be redirected to address societal problems like poverty. The conversation delves into the complexities of faith, money, and modern religious structures, including specific examples like the LDS Church and controversies surrounding figures like Kenneth Copeland. Apffel also advocates for technological solutions to promote transparency and reform.

This episode of the Shawn Ryan Show investigates allegations of corruption within religious institutions, featuring guest Nathan Apffel. Discussions cover the CIA's involvement in creating the IRS church qualification checklist, financial misconduct including border tunnels and misuse of 501(c)(3) funds, and the controversial concept of tax-free parsonages. The episode highlights a pattern of institutional distrust and lack of accountability, drawing parallels to other major institutions.