Shiny Happy People
This limited docuseries peels back the polished “wholesome Americana” image of a well-known mega-family and the radical organization tied to them. As troubling details surface, the story connects private abuses to a wider effort that threatens institutions and democratic life.
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Season 1
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E1
Meet the Duggars
The shiny facade of America's favorite giant family, and the ministry that guided their conservative values, is shattered, revealing a troubling reality underneath.
Jun 1, 2023 -
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E2
Growing Up Gothard
As IBLP's homeschooling empire grows, it becomes clear that patriarchal, abusive authority is at the core of Bill Gothard and Jim Bob Duggar's power.
Jun 1, 2023 -
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E3
Under Authority
Bill Gothard and Jim Bob Duggar grow their shared vision into an international empire on the backs of young people. Unpaid labor, abuse, and threats of retaliation build, until Gothard is finally cut down inside of his own organization. But the roots he put down are now spreading everywhere...
Jun 1, 2023 -
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E4
Arrows Activated
Despite Gothard's demise and Josh Duggars disturbing new crimes, the movement goes on. Fundamentalists have consolidated political power nationwide to reshape society in their own image.
Jun 1, 2023
