No Small Endeavor with Lee C. Camp 198: Nancy French: Ghosted by Her Own Tribe
Mar 3, 2025
Nancy French, a five-time New York Times bestselling ghostwriter and investigative journalist, shares her journey of truth-telling and personal betrayal in her memoir, "Ghosted: An American Story." She discusses the repercussions of opposing Donald Trump within her conservative community and her harrowing investigation into abuse at Kanakuk Camp. French addresses the struggle of maintaining faith amidst political turmoil, the complexities of identity shaped by trauma, and the necessity of kindness in bridging ideological divides.
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Holding the Abuser Accountable
- The abuser was later arrested for attempted rape, but the church protected him, allowing him to coach girls' basketball.
- French's investigation led to his "retirement" and teaching license revocation, despite facing disbelief and mockery.
Kanakuk Camps Investigation
- Gretchen Carlson asked French to investigate Kanakuk Camps for covering up sexual abuse with NDAs.
- French's three-year investigation revealed widespread abuse, multiple predators, suicides, and a lack of accountability from camp leadership.
Kavanaugh Hearings Backlash
- French faced backlash from conservative media for comments made during the Brett Kavanaugh hearings.
- They questioned her credibility as a sexual abuse survivor, victim-blaming her for her childhood abuse.
