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Whether you’re deep-rooted in faith, a dissenting voice, or just starting your journey as a member, join me every Thursday on Blonde Apologist!
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In this episode, a woman of our faith bravely shares her experience with sexual assault. We talk about how she’s worked through the betrayal, the reporting process, and what healing and forgiveness have looked like. My hope is that this episode reminds someone out there that there is hope—and you’re not alone.
Apparently MomTok is busy modernizing our faith and fighting the patriarchy; and I cannot look away. In this episode, we break down the wild claims made by the women of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and what they reveal (or sometimes misrepresent) about our faith. I’ll discuss patriarchy, submission to husbands, the doctrine behind temple sealings, and the all-too-familiar issue of slut-shaming in the Church. Let’s dive in!
Being single in a family-focused church can feel complicated! In this episode, we dive into what it means to truly live, grow, and find joy in the season you’re in. We talk about navigating cultural expectations, finding confidence in your path, and embracing singleness as a meaningful part of discipleship—not just a phase to get through.
Raising spiritually and mentally strong kids feels like a huge responsibility and the window to really shape them can feel so short. In this episode, I sit down with a good friend to talk about what actually stuck from our own childhoods. We also share listener submissions filled with simple and powerful parenting moments. Together we're learning from the past and doing our best to raise strong little humans with the Spirit in our homes.
Many Latter-day Saints feel unsure about how to approach the topic of Heavenly Mother. What's speculation? What's doctrine? And what does it mean for our faith? In this episode, I talk with the author of a widely shared article from Public Square Magazine to explore what we do know, address common misconceptions, and discuss how understanding our Heavenly Mother can deepen our relationship with both of our Heavenly Parents and Savior.
https://publicsquaremag.org/faith/gospel-fare/heavenly-mother-faith-vs-speculation/
What does it really mean to be a witness of the resurrected Jesus Christ? In this episode, we walk through the scriptural accounts of those who saw the risen Savior and discuss how you and I can also come to “know” He lives, even without seeing Him with our eyes. If you’ve ever wondered whether spiritual experiences count as real evidence, or if you've longed for more confidence in your testimony of Christ, this episode is for you. Let’s explore how we can recognize the Savior in our own lives and become modern-day witnesses of Him.
My husband's back on the podcast with me, and we're kicking things off by sharing our favorite moments from General Conference-what stood out, what made us think, and what we're still talking about. Then we dive into some of your questions, chatting about how we handle disagreements in marriage, thoughts on pornography, and how we (try to) make time for scripture study as busy parents.
New garment styles are rolling out worldwide—so what’s changing, and why? In this episode, we’re diving into why things change in the Church, how garments connect to modesty, and whether climate and weather matter when wearing them. Plus, hear my thoughts on the rise of garment-focused influencer accounts!
Divorce is not something most of us expect when we make sacred covenants in marriage, yet for some, it becomes a necessary part of their journey. In this episode, we discuss knowing when divorce is right, seeking God’s guidance, and finding peace in life after. We also touch on navigating a family-centered church as a single member. Whether you're facing this yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and hope.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Word of Wisdom—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it matters. We’ll also tackle common misconceptions, like whether drinking coffee is inherently sinful or if the Word of Wisdom is just about physical health. More importantly, we’ll focus on the deeper principle behind it: obedience to God’s commandments, even when they don’t always make sense by the world’s standards.
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