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    Mormon Stories – LDS

    Mormon Stories is an attempt to build understanding between and about Mormons through the telling of stories in both audio and video formats.

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    1750: A Mormon Mom Tries Mushrooms - Stephanie Brinkerhoff Mar 29, 2023

    Join us as we explore the story of what would lead a super-faithful and believing Mormon mother of three to try psychedelic mushrooms (psilocybin) for the first time...and what happened next.


    1749: Problematic Mormon Revelations after Joseph Smith w/ LDS Discussions Ep. 38 Mar 24, 2023

    Today we discuss several problematic "revelations" by LDS prophets that succeeded Joseph Smith. These include:

    • John Taylor's 1886 revelation on the continuation of polygamy.
    • The multiple "manifestos" allegedly ending the practice of polygamy (but not really).
    • The lifting of the 1978 priesthood and temple ban against Mormons of African descent.
    • Changes to the LDS temple ceremony over the years.
    • Russell M. Nelson's condemnation of the use of the "Mormon" identity after Gordon B. Hinckley and Thomas S. Monson's strong support of the "Mormon" identity.
    • The 2015 LGBTQ Exclusion policy, and the subsequent 2019 reversal of the policy/doctrine.
    • The Mark Hofmann forgeries.

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    1748: SUU Students Protest Apostle Jeffrey R. Holland Mar 21, 2023

    Today we are inviting a panel of Southern Utah University students to discuss their objections to the invitation to have Mormon apostle Jeffrey R. Holland speak at an upcoming graduation ceremony, especially as a man who has used his status, privilege, wealth and power to platform anti-LGBTQ rhetoric, including violent metaphors, which have directly harmed so many in that community.

    Follow @SUU_commencement_protest on instagram for updates and ways to help.

    If you'd like to build up the platform for these brave students from SUU representing themselves and other marginalized peers, there are a number of ways you can help:

    1. Please like & share this episode to give it more visibility and traction

    2. Sign the Change.org petition

    3. Email SUU's Chair, Vice Chair, and the Board of Trustees:

    • trustees@suu.edu
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    4. Fill out SUU's Feedback form on the 2023 Commencement Speaker

    5. Follow @SUU_commencement_protest on instagram

    6. If you know any queer students at SUU, please reach out and let them know you support them.

    7. If you are on or near the campus, attend the walkout:

    • Where: Library Quad on SUU’s Campus
    • When: Thursday, March 23rd from 11am-1pm
    • Who: All are welcome to attend!
    • This will be a peaceful show of queer joy, pride, and solidarity. No violence or hatred will be tolerated.
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    • 1439-1440: A Mexican Mormon Story – Gerardo
    • 1470: When LDS Apostle Jeffrey Holland Calls You Out – Gay BYU Valedictorian Matt Easton

    1747: When Your Mormon Kids Fall Away from the Church - Lance & Brandee Heppler Pt 2 Mar 21, 2023

    Join Lance and Brandee Heppler as they share their personal journeys in Mormonism and delve into mental health challenges they faced as they tried to be good Mormon parents. In this episode, Lance talks about his orthodox upbringing in Oregon, serving his mission in South Carolina, and his panic of finding someone to marry before graduating from BYU. Meanwhile, Brandee shares her struggle of not fitting in at church due in part to her parents being converts and her undiagnosed ADHD, making her wonder why it seemed God made her too "rowdy" as a woman instead of more subdued and "proper".

    Together they navigate the traditional gender roles expected of them as a married couple in the church while raising young children and serving in various callings. As they grapple with issues such as feminism and LGBTQ issues in the church, they also confront their own mental health struggles and the lack of support from the Mormon community. They share powerful insights about the often transactional nature of Mormon relationships and the harmful effects that come from some teachings that associate mental health struggles with sin. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by those raised in Mormonism and the impact it can have on mental health.

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    1746: Mormon Family Struggles with Mental Health - Lance & Brandee Heppler Pt 1. Mar 21, 2023

    Join Lance and Brandee Heppler as they share their personal journeys in Mormonism and delve into mental health challenges they faced as they tried to be good Mormon parents. In this episode, Lance talks about his orthodox upbringing in Oregon, serving his mission in South Carolina, and his panic of finding someone to marry before graduating from BYU. Meanwhile, Brandee shares her struggle of not fitting in at church due in part to her parents being converts and her undiagnosed ADHD, making her wonder why it seemed God made her too "rowdy" as a woman instead of more subdued and "proper".

    Together they navigate the traditional gender roles expected of them as a married couple in the church while raising young children and serving in various callings. As they grapple with issues such as feminism and LGBTQ issues in the church, they also confront their own mental health struggles and the lack of support from the Mormon community. They share powerful insights about the often transactional nature of Mormon relationships and the harmful effects that come from some teachings that associate mental health struggles with sin. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by those raised in Mormonism and the impact it can have on mental health.

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    1745: Mormon Happiness w/ John Larsen Mar 21, 2023

    When Mormons talk about happiness what do they mean? We will deconstruct how the Church uses the concept of happiness to control and gaslight members.

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    1744: Recovering after Mormonism - Dr. Steven Hassan Mar 17, 2023

    Join world cult expert Steven Hassan as he shares almost 50 years of experience regarding how to heal and grow after a high demand religion or cult.

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    1743: Joining and Leaving the Moonies / Unification Church - Cult Expert Dr. Steven Hassan Mar 16, 2023

    Please join us today as Dr. Steven Hassan tells us the story of how he was recruited into a cult (The "Moonies"), and how he became one of the world's experts in cults. A few links are included below:

    3/18/22 - THRIVE Unite Registration (Lehi and Ogden) 3/19/22 - Full-day workshop with Steven and John (tickets) on Understanding Cults: A Foundational Course for Clinicians

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    1742: Progressive Bishop w/ an Unbelieving wife - Martine & Stuart Smith Pt 3 Mar 16, 2023

    Martine and Stuart Smith are back in part three to discuss experiencing the “heavy hand” of Priesthood Authority from their Stake President; from false teachings affecting lives, being told not to watch a specific show he didn’t like, making youth “covenant” to go on missions and never date non-Mormons, only to see him be released and excommunicated for embezzlement. Martine had previously sympathized with the Stake President, who was sometimes unemployed and had five children. She later found out that he had put her membership status as “on probation” though she had never been notified as per policy, and that she had been “blacklisted” from certain callings. The couple began attending Sunstone, where they explored the gray areas of life and Mormon feminism.

    During this time, they began to question the Church's teachings, including the Plan of Salvation, which involved separating families more than bringing them together. They also researched the lives of polygamous women and the Equal Rights Amendment. Stuart, an intellectual, was called into the bishopric as an unorthodox member. They stayed in the Church for its utility, but also for their son's sake. Martine became the RS Pres during the Sept Six Era, a time of more progressive leaders and scholars at BYU and at Women's Conferences and in leadership.

    Eventually the walls crack on their belief and Martine and Stuart find they can no longer stay in a church that goes against their values.

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    1741: Dealing with the tragedy of infant death as Mormon parents - Martine & Stuart Smith Pt 2 Mar 16, 2023

    Martine & Stuart have their first child, Nathaniel, who was diagnosed with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), a rare, painful, and ultimately fatal genetic skin condition. Caring for a child with EB is an immense emotional toll on them due to the constant pain the baby suffers with basic daily tasks like feeding & changing diapers. This episode delves further into the contradictions and complexities of Mormon doctrine around reproduction which made it difficult for Martine and Stuart to come to terms with Nathaniel's condition. They felt guilt and self-blame upon his diagnosis, questioning whether it was punishment for wanting to wait to have children, or due to a "Saturday's Warrior" type pact agreed to in the pre-existence. The doctrine of pre-mortal decisions and the effects on disabilities was also discussed, along with the contradictory messages about disabled or sick children and those who die before accountability.

    As Nathaniel's condition worsened, the couple sought healing through priesthood blessings, but were met with disappointment when they didn't work. John discusses expectations vs. the reality of priesthood blessings and the theological justifications used when they don't work. The couple eventually came to accept the idea of letting Nathaniel go, and he passed away. Martine & Stuart describe the emotional aftermath of Nathaniel's death, including the funeral and how Mormons deal with death.

    Despite some trepidation, the couple decides to have another child, which was met with mixed reactions from their community. Martine became pregnant again and gave birth to a healthy son. They later moved to Louisiana, where they became involved in their LDS branch and had a third child, Sarah, who was also born with EB. The episode discusses the routine of care for Sarah and the support they received from their branch. The second death of an infant affected their faith, with Stuart becoming angry at God and turning down a leadership position in the church. Despite this, Martine still wanted more children, and the episode ends with the couple meeting with a General Authority to discuss the deaths of their children and birth control.

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    1740: A Belgian Mormon Story - Martine & Stuart Smith Pt 1 Mar 13, 2023

    Martine, a Belgian convert to Mormonism, shares what growing up in Belgium was like and how she and her sister end up converting to Mormonism. She eventually made it to the United States to attend General Conference and get her Patriarchal Blessing when her sister decided to serve a mission. Due to connections with several families of missionaries, she finds a job as a nanny and eventually makes it to BYU where she is reintroduced to Stuart, whom she'd briefly met as a missionary in Belgium.

    Though he hadn't known her well, Stuart instantly recognized Martine at a Young Single Adult (YSA) activity and things took off from there until he asked her to be with him for eternity. Martine happily accepts this proposal from an established, generational Mormon returned missionary. However, the engagement is soon jeopardized by challenges between Martine's desire to follow the brethren's admonitions not to put off having children (and wanting a dozen of them!) as the quintessential Mormon housewife with Stuart's practicality regarding his ability to financially support children while still having several years of school left.

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    1739: Joseph's Failed Prophecies | LDS Discussions Ep. 37 Mar 10, 2023

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    In this engaging interview, Mike from LDS Discussions, Nemo the Mormon, and John Dehlin review the failed prophecies of Mormonism's founder, Joseph. They start by discussing what the Bible says about failed prophecies and those who tell them. They then delve into specific failed prophecies, including the Second Coming of the Lord in 1891, the fall and overthrow of the US government, and the "everlasting" covenant of the United Order. Other failed prophecies discussed include the failed treasure seeking mission to Salem and the failed attempt to sell the Book of Mormon copyright.

    Was Joseph wrong or is it was God's fault? What good is having General Conference, either way? The hosts also discuss how FAIR Mormon tries to spin failures into fulfillments and concludes with some final thoughts on the implications of these failed prophecies of Joseph for Mormons today.

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    1738: Unveiling Dr. Clandestine Mar 08, 2023

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    The interview discusses the tensions between Mormon historians and church leadership in the 1970s, focusing on the publication of a pamphlet responding to a critical book by the Tanners. Initially rejected by Mormon leadership for publishing due to their discomfort with the real history revealed in it, the pamphlet is instead published privately under the pseudonym, A Latter-day Saint Historian, or, as the Tanners dubbed him, "Mr. Clandestine."

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    THRIVE Unite - March 18, 2023 Mar 07, 2023

    We are excited to announce Thrive Unite 2023 - which is scheduled for March 18th. Events will be held in the following cities:

    • Idaho Falls
    • Denver
    • Ogden
    • Seattle
    • Zurich Switzerland
    • Calgary Canada
    • Portland
    • Lehi
    • Omaha
    • Chicago
    • Fort Wayne

    Ticket costs Range between $0-40. Each of these events provides opportunities to meet with people that have experienced a change in faith. There are some amazing opportunities to hear from experts and prominent voices in recovering from religious transitions.

    Examples include:

    • Lehi & Ogden - Dr. Steven Hassen (Cult Expert)
    • Seattle - John Larsen
    • Idaho Falls - Anthony Miller

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    Tickets for the all-day workshop with Steven and John Dehlin


    1737: Losing Faith When Your Child’s a Mormon Missionary: Julie and Jill Durrant Mar 06, 2023

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    Jill and Julie Durrant share their Mormon upbringing and the challenges they faced within the faith. They discuss the expectations placed on Mormon children and the milestones they must achieve to be considered successful in the community. Julie's scrupulosity and the patriarchal blessing she received add to her struggles. Jill talks about the superiority you can feel as a Mormon and the cognitive dissonance she experienced when her sister, Alli, came out as a lesbian. Jill went on a mission to find answers about her siblings, and Julie's faith crisis begins in earnest after talking with her son, Tom. They discuss the complications of navigating family dynamics and the difficulty of leaving the church. Ultimately, the Durrant family's story is one of resilience, growth, and learning to navigate the complexities of life within and outside of Mormonism.

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    1736: Mormon Church Finances Revealed - The Widow's Mite Project w/ Radio Free Mormon Mar 05, 2023

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    In this revealing interview, you'll learn about the founding of the Widow's Mite Report and its project goals and methods. The conversation takes a deep dive into the Mormon Church's wealth and how it mishandles funds taken from the poor to fund its massive investment accounts. You'll hear about whistleblowing within the church, sources used, and why all the secrecy about church investments.

    With only six church leaders having full access to Ensign Peak, discover why the church downplays its wealth and only claims to be financially self-reliant. This interview offers eye-opening insights into the LDS Church's finances and its treatment of the poor.

    SEC Order Against Ensign Peak Advisors & The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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    1735: When the Moon Turns to Blood w/ Leah Sotille | Mormon Stories Book Club Mar 03, 2023

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    Author Leah Sotille will be joining John and Rebecca to discuss her book examining the culture of end times paranoia and the trail of mysterious deaths surrounding former beauty queen Lori Vallow and her husband, grave digger turned doomsday novelist, Chad Daybell. When The Moon Turns to Blood tells a gripping story of extreme beliefs, snake oil prophets, and explores the question: if it feels like the world is ending, how are people supposed to act? Join the Mormon Stories Book Club Facebook Group Here!

    Next book: Conspiracy: Why the Rational Believe the Irrational by Michael Shermer

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    1734: Problematic Patterns in Joseph Smith’s Revelations | LDS Discussions Ep. 36 Feb 24, 2023

    Youtube link Today we identify and analyze four problematic patterns in Joseph Smith's "revelations": 1) Using revelations to convince others to submit to his requests, 2) Using revelations to get out of a jam, 3) Changing revelations to fit Joseph Smith’s evolving theologies, and 4) a look at Biblical errors made in Joseph Smith's revelation. Today we are joined by Mike of LDS Discussions and @NEMOTHEMORMON. LDS Discussion Essay on Joseph Smith's Revelations. Episode Show Notes

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    1733: Mormon Bishop Speaks Out About Misleading Church Statistics Feb 24, 2023

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    For the first time ever, a sitting Mormon Bishop joins us to discuss the current situation with the Church's activity rates and its misleading membership statistics. He began watching Mormon Stories despite being an active Bishop and noticed questions and doubts arising among Mexican Saints, especially among English-speaking members as they had more access to information, such as through WhatsApp conversations between leaders discussing the SEC filing in Mexico. Obispo faced pressure to fudge numbers in his Ward Quarterly Report but pushed back, even calling Church Headquarters to find out policies. Obispo also discusses discrepancies between Mexican membership statistics and census data, as well as the pressure to bring people back through programs like "Finding Lost Members." The interview covers topics such as tithing, welfare, and fast offerings. Obispo wants the Church to do better and believes in doing what is right, even if he may face consequences for sharing.

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    1732: LDS Church Fined $5 Million for Hiding Money w/ Mark Pugsley Feb 22, 2023

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    Is the Mormon Church honest in all of its dealings? The Securities and Exchange Commission announced charges against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for obscuring the Church’s money and misstating Ensign Peak’s control over the Church’s investment decisions. To settle the charges, Ensign Peak agreed to pay a $4 million penalty and the Church agreed to pay a $1 million penalty. SEC Order Against Ensign Peak Advisors & The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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    1731: Exposing BYU’s Racism Goes VIRAL - Black Menaces’ Nathan Byrd Feb 20, 2023

    Nate Byrd discusses his experiences as a Black Mormon and how he navigated his identity in a church with a history of white supremacy. He talks about being the only Black family in his wards and the pressure to conform to white norms, including attending BYU and marrying a Black Mormon. He also shares his experiences with racism at BYU, both from white students and from the church's teachings on race.

    Byrd discusses his journey of self-discovery and how he channeled his anger into making things better for Black students at BYU, including starting a Black Student Union. He also talks about his TikTok channel, where he discusses the cringey and racist things he experienced at BYU, and his intentions to help others in similar situations. Byrd concludes by reflecting on the challenges of reconciling his faith with the church's history of white supremacy and how he continues to grapple with these issues.

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    1730: Revelation Pt 1: Joseph Smith's Backdated Prophecies w/ Radio Free Mormon | LDS Discussions Ep. 35 Feb 17, 2023

    Radio Free Mormon joins the usual crew (Mike, John & Nemo) as they discuss evidence for prophecies that appear to have been backdated after the events of the supposed prophecy already happened. They explore how scholars can identify and analyze backdated prophecies and their significance. Specific examples of backdated prophecies are explored in the Book of Mormon and D&C, as well as Joseph Smith's manipulation of Isaiah and the Bible to support his claims.

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    1729: Doubting as a Mormon Missionary and in Early Marriage - Dallin Seely (@TheDashleys) Feb 13, 2023

    Dallin Seely from YouTube channel @TheDashleys grew up as a multigenerational Mormon. When he was seven years old, his father passed away from stomach cancer. Despite this tragedy, the church provided a lot of support to him and his family. The early death of his father leads Dallin to experience intense scrupulosity as he worries that he will never see his father again in heaven if he isn't "worthy" according to LDS Standards. A strict Bishop exacerbates Dallin’s scrupulosity but is somewhat alleviated when a new bishop tells him that his worthiness was not determined by others. When he came home from his mission, he was encouraged to get married, but he continued to have doubts about the church's teachings, such as the priesthood ban for black members.

    Dallin felt the Holy Ghost told him to marry a certain woman, but he falls in love with Ashley, another faithful woman but who seems a bit less "proper" to Dallin for things like expressing humor through sarcasm. Dallin follows his own heart and marries Ashley anyway. The couple deals with the church’s inherent sexism, including in the temple and the teaching of “the patriarchal order” in the Mormon church. Continuous marriage struggles lead them to seek therapy. This led to the healthiest time in their marriage, as they were able to have emotional intimacy and talk about their feelings, including Ashley's feelings about General Conferences and sexism. They did not want to teach their daughter to feel inferior to men. Dallin and Ashley tell how they learned to embrace their true selves and how they are raising their children in a way that eliminates guilt and fear.

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    Steven Hassan (Cult Expert) Coming to Utah and Other Super Cool Mormon Events in 2023 Feb 10, 2023

    There are so many super cool events coming to Utah I can't even stand it. Here are a few you should know about:

    • Mixed Faith Marriage Workshop (Marriage on a Tightrope) (Begins 2/19/23). Details and registration here.
    • Sunday THRIVE Provo - (2/19/23 11am, FREE!). Provo Towne Center Mall. Details here.
    • Unveiling Dr. Clandestine w/ Signature Books (2/22/23, 7pm). 508 W. 400 N. Salt Lake City. Website here.
    • THRIVE St. George (2/24-2/26). Register here.
    • Steven Hassan Speaking at Lost & Found Club (3/17/23). Check here for more details. Faith Journey Meet-Ups Facebook Group here.
    • Steven Hassan is speaking at THRIVE Unite in Lehi and Ogden (3/18/23). See here for a THRIVE Unite event near you! Other cities include Idaho Falls, Denver, Seattle, Zurich Switzerland, Calgary CA, Portland, Omaha. More to come!!!
    • Recovery from Mormonism All-day Workshop w/ World-Renowned cult expert Steven Hassan and John Dehlin (Alpine, UT - 3/19/23). Details and registration here.
    • Mormonpalooza (4/1-4/2, Salt Lake City). Details and registration here.
    • THRIVE Women's Conference (6/2-6/3, Ogden, UT). Details and registration here.
    • Vintage THRIVE (55+, 8/11-8/14). Details here.
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    1728: Joseph Smith and Dartmouth College - Randy Bell Feb 08, 2023

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    Join John, Margi and special guest Randy Bell in exploring a lesser-studied era of Joseph's life and his family connections to nearby Dartmouth. Do many supposedly unique Mormon doctrines have their origin not with Joseph, but at Dartmouth?

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    1727: Bad Mormon, A Memoir - Heather Gay Feb 06, 2023

    For Heather Gay, becoming a cast member on “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” was like “drawing a line in the sand” with her identity as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When she joined the Bravo show in 2019, she realized her move to quietly quit the faith would become very loud. - The New York Times

    Heather Gay visits John and Margi in studio and brings along a familiar face for fans of Mormon Stories and The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Dre Robinson! Heather tells the story of how her memoir, Bad Mormon, came to be, the challenges she faced to write and publish it (and trademark it), her hopes for the future and what she and Dre are working on now.

    From the publisher:

    Between attending orthodox services, embarking on an eighteen-month mission, attending Brigham Young University, and marrying into a "royal" family, Heather was the definition of a "good Mormon." However, when the doting wife's husband unexpectedly filed for divorce, she was left out in the cold by her church and her community. In this funny, brash, and unbelievably vulnerable book, Bad Mormon recounts Heather's experiences as a single mother to three girls, navigating life post-divorce and post-Mormonism."

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    1726: Mormon Convert Leaves Church - Liz Lambson Pt. 4 Feb 02, 2023

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/nEW7ZshLBcU

    Cracks start to form in the testimony and identities of both Liz and her husband Sam. Sam begins to question the narratives he was raised with after a trip to Palmyra and as his degree opens his eyes to the cold, corporate nature of the Church, while Liz struggles to keep her faith despite the growing number of things that feel so wrong and cause so much harm not just to Liz, but her marriage, children, extended family, community, and even the nation at large. Liz recognizes how much of herself she continually denied and gave up trying to belong and finally realizes that she no longer WANTS to belong to an organization at such odds with her nature and values.

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    *** Liz Lambson is a Korean/African American artist, musician, and writer, and - along with her spouse Sam - is a parent to five boys residing in Salt Lake City. Liz performs as a string bassist with the Ballet West Orchestra as well as the children’s singer-songwriter Lizzy Luna, the creator of the music-and-movement program Yoga Storytime & Songs. Liz performed for and toured with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square for several years. She released her first album of original children’s yoga music, Reach to the Sky, in 2018. Her writing has been featured in publications including the New Era and the New York Times. As an active member of Utah’s arts and culture community, Liz formerly served as the Executive Director of the Utah Black History Museum. Her artwork is featured on Salt Lake City’s Black Lives Matter mural at City Hall. Liz is also an aspiring film actress. In her spare time she enjoys needlework, gardening, road trips, and Scrabble.

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    1725: Working Mormon Mother Speaks Out - Liz Lambson Pt. 3 Feb 01, 2023

    Youtube link: https://youtu.be/83bjqlHTxaA After Liz decides to stay at BYU, she meets her future husband, Sam. Liz takes us through her courtship with Sam, their reasons for marrying each other, and the various complications they faced early on in their marriage. Like many LDS women trying to properly fulfill their purpose, Liz finds motherhood alone cannot make her feel happy & fulfilled with the exclusion of the things that make Liz who she is and bring her joy. Episode Show Notes *** Liz Lambson is a Korean/African American artist, musician, and writer, and - along with her spouse Sam - is a parent to five boys residing in Salt Lake City. Liz performs as a string bassist with the Ballet West Orchestra as well as the children’s singer-songwriter Lizzy Luna, the creator of the music-and-movement program Yoga Storytime & Songs. Liz performed for and toured with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square for several years. She released her first album of original children’s yoga music, Reach to the Sky, in 2018. Her writing has been featured in publications including the New Era and the New York Times.

    As an active member of Utah’s arts and culture community, Liz formerly served as the Executive Director of the Utah Black History Museum. Her artwork is featured on Salt Lake City’s Black Lives Matter mural at City Hall. Liz is also an aspiring film actress.

    In her spare time she enjoys needlework, gardening, road trips, and Scrabble.

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    1724: Joining the Mormon Church at BYU - Liz Lambson Pt. 2 Jan 31, 2023

    YouTube link: https://youtu.be/cGm7kpKh9KI

    We continue Liz’s journey as she goes to BYU and gets baptized. Liz explains her interactions with church and BYU culture, and the effect of “worthiness” interviews w/LDS leadership once she is an official member.

    At BYU Liz struggles to fit in with white culture and begins struggling with symptoms of mental illness along with outbursts of creativity. Things get heavy with a friend’s suicide as she battles her own depressive thoughts.

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    ***

    Liz Lambson is a Korean/African American artist, musician, and writer, and - along with her spouse Sam - is a parent to five boys residing in Salt Lake City. Liz performs as a string bassist with the Ballet West Orchestra as well as the children’s singer-songwriter Lizzy Luna, the creator of the music-and-movement program Yoga Storytime & Songs. Liz performed for and toured with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square for several years. She released her first album of original children’s yoga music, Reach to the Sky, in 2018. Her writing has been featured in publications including the New Era and the New York Times.

    As an active member of Utah’s arts and culture community, Liz formerly served as the Executive Director of the Utah Black History Museum. Her artwork is featured on Salt Lake City’s Black Lives Matter mural at City Hall. Liz is also an aspiring film actress.

    In her spare time she enjoys needlework, gardening, road trips, and Scrabble.

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    1723: Converting to Mormonism in High School | Liz Lambson Pt. 1 Jan 30, 2023

    Liz Lambson is a Korean/African American artist, musician, and writer, and - along with her spouse Sam - is a parent to five boys residing in Salt Lake City. Liz performs as a string bassist with the Ballet West Orchestra as well as the children’s singer-songwriter Lizzy Luna, the creator of the music-and-movement program Yoga Storytime & Songs. Liz performed for and toured with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square for several years. She released her first album of original children’s yoga music, Reach to the Sky, in 2018. Her writing has been featured in publications including the New Era and the New York Times.

    As an active member of Utah’s arts and culture community, Liz formerly served as the Executive Director of the Utah Black History Museum. Her artwork is featured on Salt Lake City’s Black Lives Matter mural at City Hall. Liz is also an aspiring film actress.

    In her spare time she enjoys needlework, gardening, road trips, and Scrabble.

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    ***

    We begin Liz’s story with her family and growing up years as a biracial Korean/African American struggling to assimilate into white culture. Her mother converted to Christianity and became a religious fanatic, leading to her eventual abandonment of her husband & children. Liz is introduced to Mormonism shortly after and finds Joseph Smith’s early religious confusion relatable. With continued exposure to LDS peers, including a boy who particularly holds her interest, Liz gains a testimony of the Book of Mormon and falls in love with Mormon culture.

    Liz also shares her struggles with academic, artistic and spiritual perfectionism in high school. We learn ways Liz gives up pieces of herself as she tries harder to assimilate into Mormon culture and eventually makes the decision to attend BYU.

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    1722: Buddhism for Beginners w/ Noah Rasheta | Mormon Stories Book Club Jan 27, 2023

    Noah Rasheta joins John and Rebecca Bibliotheca to discuss basic concepts of Buddhism which has helped many deconstructing and healing from toxic teachings.

    Book: No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners by Noah Rasheta of Secular Buddhism

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    1721: Gay Mormon Rescue w/ Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty? Jan 26, 2023

    Please join us for a panel discussion regarding a recent two-day LDS multi-Stake training in Canada focused on understanding LGBTQ members, led by faithful gay Mormon podcasters Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty (hosts of "Questions From the Closet" podcast).

    Some questions that will be addressed by the panel include:

    • What aspects of this training are groundbreaking and should be celebrated?
    • How do efforts like this one help LGBTQ youth in the LDS pews?
    • Is this a local/grass-roots effort or is it sanctioned by top LDS Church leadership?
    • Does this training represent a "Gay Mormon Rescue" of sorts, reminiscent of the Swedish Rescue and Boise Rescue from previous years (see here and here)?
    • What possible risks do trainings like this introduce for LGTBQ youth and young adults?
    • To what extent do less-official, "grass roots" efforts like this prevent top Mormon church leaders from taking responsibility for the LGBTQ crisis (past and present) within Mormonism?

    Panel Members:

    • Kyle Ashworth
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    • Maven

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    1720: Why Don't Mormons Leave? w/ John Larsen & Carah Burrell Jan 24, 2023

    Why don’t more people leave the Church in the face of overwhelming evidence that it isn’t what it claims to be? In this episode we will discuss how the Normalcy Bias can help explain this behavior.

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    1719: Overview of Joseph Smith's Translations | LDS Discussions Ep. 34 Jan 20, 2023

    In this episode we recap all the different areas where Joseph Smith claims to have translated an ancient source and we analyze his work and compare it against modern scholars and experts in the field to see how he did.

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    1718: If John Could Change the Church w/ Cults to Consciousness Jan 16, 2023

    John is in the hot seat again as Shelise Sola of @CultstoConsciousness does the interviewing around the topic of what and how John Dehlin would change the Mormon (LDS) Church if he were prophet. John expertly synthesizes and explains in easy-to-understand chunks the largest problems facing the Mormon Church today and ways it harms its most ardent believers and their families from past racism, current treatment of women and homophobia, covering up real history etc.

    While Shelise only recently started her podcast, “Cults to Consciousness,” she is quickly gaining viewership and a following due to her vibrant personality and quality content and interviews. In her own words: “From psychedelics to sexual distortions, I interview cult experts, cult survivors, cult advocates, therapists, way-showers, authors, healers, guides, shamans and more, to uncover how they find independence and healing through awareness and true individual sovereignty.”

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    1717: End of Year Review and Q&A - 2022 Jan 12, 2023

    Mormon Stories has experienced an amazing amount of growth for which we are thankful to our viewers, guests, staff, donors, and collaborators! John shares about the growth of the channel and answers viewer questions.

    How was 2022? What helped the channel’s growth? What were the stand-out episodes?

    And what have we got planned for 2023? Join us to find out!

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    1716: Kinderhook Plates w/ LDS Discussions - 33 Jan 09, 2023

    Did Joseph Smith have another shot at translating ancient scripture, or is it just rumor? Mike, Nemo and John take a look at the Kinderhook Plates. What were they? Did Joseph Smith try to translate them, and what was the result? As usual, we dive into the apologetics around multiple scenarios and why they are each attractive to differing views.

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    1715: Nonverts: The Making of Ex-Christian America w/ Stephen Bullivant Jan 09, 2023

    Co-host: Nemo the Mormon

    Stephen Bullivant holds professorial positions at St Mary's University, London, and the University of Notre Dame, Sydney. He has doctorates in theology (Oxford, 2009) and sociology (Warwick, 2019). His studies of contemporary nonreligiosity have received wide international coverage, including from the BBC, New York Times, Economist, Financial Times, and Der Spiegel.

    The United States is in the midst of a religious revolution. Or, perhaps it is better to say a non-religious revolution. Around a quarter of US adults now say they have no religion. The great majority of these religious "nones" also say that they used to belong to a religion but no longer do. These are the nonverts: think "converts," but from having religion to having none. There are currently has about 59 million of them in the United States.

    Nonverts explores who they are, and why they joined the rising tide of the ex-religious. One of world's leading experts on contemporary atheism and nonreligiosity, sociologist and theologian Stephen Bullivant draws on dozens of interviews, original analysis of high-quality survey data, and a wealth of cutting-edge studies, to present an entertaining and insightful exploration of America's ex-religious landscape. Bullivant criss-crosses the country, talking to everyone from ex-Mormons in Utah to ex-Catholics in Pennsylvania, from ex-Evangelicals in Georgia to ex-Muslims in California, showing not only what they have in common but also how the traditions they left behind continue to shape them.

    While American religion is not going to die out any time soon, ex-Christian America is a growing presence in national life. America's religious revolution is not just a religious revolution--it is catalyzing a profound social, cultural, moral, and political impact. Nonverts will serve as an indispensable guide to this shifting landscape, as well as the future of American life.

    Join John and Nemo as they dive deeper into just why it is that people leave the LDS church.

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    1714: Leaving Mormonism Because of Racism - Channel Achenbach Pt. 3 Jan 06, 2023

    Fans of Mormon stories will be familiar with Channel Achenbach, who has been a guest on LDS Discussions' Race & Mormon Scripture Part 1 and Part 2 , Gender Discrimination in the Mormon Church with John Larsen and Mormon Leader Ahmad Corbitt Condemns Activism Towards the LDS Church or they may know her from her tiktok channel, @Bettenoir4. This is a 3-part series of Channel’s story.

    We’re back for a wrap-up of Channel’s story. Starting from where Part 2 left off, Channel, Margi and John discuss racism in general in the United States, and racism experienced in Utah by Channel and her children in Utah based on their skin color, with even her lighter-skinned children getting treated better than those with darker skin.

    Channel finally starts finding her own voice and speaking out about her experiences and observations in the church but with continued pushback from leaders, Channel decides to resign and starts her platform on Tiktok.

    We learn where and how Channel is doing now that she's left the Church and found her voice and is finding herself again after all this time.

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    1713: Surviving as a Black Woman in the Mormon Church - Channel Achenbach Pt. 2 Jan 04, 2023

    Fans of Mormon stories will be familiar with Channel Achenbach, who has been a guest on LDS Discussions' Race & Mormon Scripture Part 1, Gender Discrimination in the Mormon Church with John Larsen and Mormon Leader Ahmad Corbitt Condemns Activism Towards the LDS Church or they may know her from her tiktok channel, @Bettenoir4. This will be a 3-part series of Channel’s story.

    Channel is continuing her story from her marriage, an embarrassing disciplinary council where she is judged for her “sins” by a group entirely of white men, and dealing with the fall-out of a marriage that was ill-suited from the beginning and facing the stigma of divorce within the LDS church as a woman of color. Channel marries again, this time to a non-member of the church and has two children. Despite her husband’s encouragement to leave, Channel continues to seek acceptance and approval from her religion despite her skin color. As she becomes disillusioned over time, Channel manages to stay in because of the influence of a few good friends, especially when her second marriage dissolves, and she finds herself needing more help.

    We learn more about issues around race issues in general such as the difference between racism and white supremacy and how both show up in the Church’s doctrines, practices, and members, including being constantly talked down to and told what to do with her life and what to think even by friends over a decade younger than she.

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    1712: Joining the Mormon Church as a Black Teenager - Channel Achenbach Pt. 1 Jan 02, 2023

    Fans of Mormon stories will be familiar with Channel Achenbach, who has been a guest on LDS Discussions' Race & Mormon Scripture Part 1, Gender Discrimination in the Mormon Church with John Larsen and Mormon Leader Ahmad Corbitt Condemns Activism Towards the LDS Church or they may know her from her tiktok channel, @Bettenoir4. This will be a 3-part series of Channel’s story.

    In Part 1 We get some background on Channel’s family growing up, how black families and black culture differ substantially from Mormon white culture, what led Channel to seek God and how that led to her joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Channel tells us the good, bad & ugly of how she was treated as a black teenage convert, when she learned of the Church’s racism, and ways that she accepted, excused, and eventually internalized it to see herself as “less” than her white counterparts.

    This became most apparent in dating and marriage. While white men in the church may find her exotic and are willing to date her, Channel finds that they are unwilling to marry her as “mixing seed” would pass her “curse” [black skin] to children that could otherwise have two white parents. As Channel loses herself and what makes her unique to the cultural expectations of the Church she marries another black member of the church at the counsel of her Bishop against her better judgment.

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    1711: Olympic Champion Wrestler Mark Schultz Leaves Mormonism Dec 28, 2022

    Mark Schultz was a 3-time NCAA champion, Olympic champion and 2-time World champion wrestler. He also joined the Mormon church in 1991 shortly after being hired as a BYU wrestling coach. Mark coached wrestling at BYU for around a decade.

    A few months ago, Mark started studying factual LDS church history - focusing specifically on Joseph Smith's polygamy revelation in D&C Section 132 - and lost his Mormon faith. He reached out to John this week requesting to tell his story.

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    1710: Book of Abraham, Part 3: A Look at the Text Itself w/ LDS Discussions - 32 Dec 27, 2022

    In Parts 1 and 2 of this series Mike, John, and Nemo explored the history and controversies over whether the Book of Abraham is a literal translation of Egyptian as claimed by Joseph Smith. Now for Part 3 they are back to look at what the text of the Book of Abraham actually says, including many prime LDS doctrines. What have been the consequences of believing those doctrines? Does the Book of Abraham merit being considered “revelation” and therefore binding to believing Saints today? LDS Discussion Essay on Book of Abraham Episode Show Notes

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    1709: How to Stay in the Mormon Church - Carol Lynn Pearson Pt 2 Dec 21, 2022

    Carol discusses ways that she has enabled herself mentally and spiritually to stay in the Church, despite periods of inactivity and varying levels of hope. Has she gone through a “faith crisis” as many know it? What did she keep and what has she thrown away? Why does she stay?

    How does Carol feel she makes a difference by staying in and also how and why has she been able to avoid excommunication, a common fate for those who undertake advocacy in the Church and come under the ire of leadership?

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    1708: Giving God Another Chance - Carol Lynn Pearson Pt. 1 Dec 19, 2022

    Carol Lynn Pearson is an amazing woman and still-active member of the Church who has done more advocacy for feminism and LGBTQ rights than any other member and for far longer through her songs, books, poetry, speaking engagements and other appearances (even Oprah)! Carol Lynn Pearson is the example and embodiment of pure love. Anyone would do well to follow her example. In today's episode, Carol describes how she finds both feminine and masculine traits in the divine, and in such a lovely way that even hard-core atheists can find beauty and inspiration in her thoughts. Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors!

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    1707: Book of Abraham, Part 2: Translation Apologetics w/ LDS Discussions - 31 Dec 16, 2022

    Today we’re going through various apologetics and theories around the Book of Abraham to reconcile it being considered scripture along with what we know the literal interpretation of these things to be. What problems do these apologetics create in other areas for believers? Do these theories hold water without a strong bias to believe in spite of all evidence? Do some apologists even admit it? LDS Discussion Essay on Book of Abraham Episode Show Notes

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    1706: In Their Own Words w/ John Larsen & Carah Burrell Dec 16, 2022

    The best way to consume Mormon history is through original source documents, but where do you find them? In this episode we will review a list of primary sources for early Mormon history that are accessible and affordable to the budding historian.

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    1705: "Perfect" Mormon leaves the LDS Church - Kelsey Edwards Pt. 2 Dec 14, 2022

    Welcome back for part two!

    A trip to Europe gives Kelsey a chance beyond her mission to see more of the outside world and the goodness and happiness that others have found while clearly outside of Mormonism. The trip also gives her the chance to tune in to herself and trust her intuition. Not ready to give up on her religion just yet, Kelsey returns home after the trip and ends up working with LDS Public Relations in various projects while also holding the calling of Relief Society President as she works through her active doubts.

    Kelsey moves back to LA and finally realizes how much of a “box” LDS doctrines & beliefs put herself in. Kelsey takes us on a journey of personal discovery as she learns who she really is & to trust her own authority, leading her to the freest and fulfilled life she’s experienced thus far.

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    1704: My Mormon Family Fell Apart - Kelsey Edwards Pt. 1 Dec 12, 2022

    Kelsey Edwards has a unique upbringing as a child actor who was homeschooled by her Mormon parents. Driven by a desire to do what’s right and excel, Kelsey develops a perfectionism that goes beyond religious adherence into body image and leads to disordered eating. Kelsey is able to recover with help from her parents, only to be thrown into another family crisis as her father succumbs to an opiate addiction after chronic back pain and leaves both the Church and the family. As many children do, Kelsey feels she shares blame for the destruction of her family and re-commits to the LDS religion for strength and comfort.

    When her family moves to Provo, Utah, Mormon purity culture has costs for Kelsey’s self-esteem and body image as she continues pursuing performance at high school and BYU. Kelsey’s first doubts come as she serves a mission in Birmingham Alabama and grapples with the spirituality and fulfillment members of other faiths feel. Kelsey realizes belief in “eternal families” is far from unique to Mormonism but what IS unique about the Mormon version is the dark element that it’s predicated on a God deliberately separating families first.Join us for the rest in Part 2!

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    1703: Transgressions of Four Mormon Church Leaders | Gary James Bergera Dec 09, 2022

    Nearly since its founding, leaders of the LDS Church have excommunicated members for wrongdoing. In earlier times, such punishments might have lasted only weeks. Over the course of succeeding decades, this practice became more severe, constituting a wrenching removal from the community. Gaining readmittance often required intense penance and evidence of significant change stretching over a prolonged period of time. Sometimes this process even involved the leaders' colleagues. Justice and Mercy offers in-depth examinations of several high-profile case studies in church discipline, using journals and other sources close to the participants to provide candid detail.

    Today we interview author Gary James Bergera and Editor Bryan Buchanan.

    The book can be purchased here: Justice & Mercy

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    1702: An Insider Look at LDS Church Operations - Scott Dyer Dec 07, 2022

    Today we get to meet Special Guest Scott Dyer from Rameumptom Ruminations, a podcast centered on Mormon theology & interpretations of scripture through the lens of philosophy, literature and art under the Mormon Discussions Podcasts umbrella.

    John and Scott discuss Brian Harris, a recent guest on Rameumptom Ruminations who was an employee at church headquarters in the correlation department. Brian offers us a chance to pull back the curtain and learn a little bit more about what goes on behind the scenes. How does the church gather and use data from its members? How far up the chain does that data go? What goes into the creation, revising, or scrapping of church programs?

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    1701: Book of Abraham Translation w/ LDS Discussions - 30 Dec 05, 2022

    Starting Book of Abraham! Join us at noon today for the intro to the issues around the "translation" of this controversial piece of Mormon scripture.

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    1700: Mormon Apostle Dallin H. Oaks RESPONDS to Member's Opposing Vote! Dec 02, 2022

    When Douglas Stilgoe, AKA "Nemo the Mormon" on YouTube, no longer felt he could publicly sustain Mormonism's top leadership of apostles & prophets due to multiple acts of demonstrable dishonesty, he lost one of Mormonism's highest privileges: the ability to attend the Temple.

    For Mormons, Temple worship goes FAR beyond religious ceremony. It is the gate by which believing Mormons qualify for Exaltation, the highest level of Heaven & privilege in the after-life according to Mormon theology, and by which marriages & family relationships are "sealed" together for eternity. Thus, losing the privilege of Temple worship doesn't just risk an individual's OWN eternal reward, but also puts one's eternal marriage and other family ties in jeopardy, some even to the extent of believing that faithful spouses and children will be "reassigned" to a faithful stranger who will replace the unbelieving spouse or parent in Heaven.

    It is also synonymous with personal "worthiness", so any Mormons not permitted inside are often thought to be committing or in the process of repenting from egregious sins, such as adultery. Mormons who are not considered "worthy" to perform Temple ordinances themselves are also barred from even attending ordinances - like weddings - of any friends and family that take place there, another significant source of pain and alienation for some.

    Naturally, Doug found it problematic that for believing Mormons, such important things as Exaltation and Eternal Family can be held hostage and denied for something as simple as refusing to agree to sustain leaders who, by virtue of a supposedly secret ordinance known as the "Second Anointing," are exempt from any accountability towards members of the Church, even for bold, deliberate acts of harm and dishonesty.

    ...or are they?

    This episode documents attempts made by Doug (Nemo) to get to the bottom of whether Mormon doctrines & practices meant to instill accountability from its earliest days and scripture are still applicable today, or whether they've become mere ritual, devoid of any meaningful significance other than virtue-signaling conformity and a continued commitment to blind obedience. As a squeaky wheel unable to be assuaged or silenced by local leadership, Nemo surprises everyone (including himself) when he manages to bypass the usual gatekeepers and break through the glass ceiling separating Mormonism's apostles and prophets from the rank-and-file, successfully garnering the attention of none other than second highest-ranking apostle and next in line to become prophet, Dallin H. Oaks.

    How did it go? Tune it to find out!

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    1699: Losing Faith as a BYU Professor - Louisa Killian Pt. 2 Nov 30, 2022

    Louisa Killian is back to talk about what happened after losing her job at BYU, and what resources helped her heal and grow. What have been her victories and challenges in rebuilding her life? How did her family react to her loss of faith? What role does art and creativity play in healing? How does Louisa navigate her marriage, parenting, self-care, and spirituality?

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    1698: Losing Faith as a BYU Professor - Louisa Killian Pt 1 Nov 28, 2022

    After her marriage to a "worthy" priesthood-holding Returned Missionary goes south when her husband is arrested for fraud, Louisa Killian finds love & equality in a relationship outside of the Church and a fulfilling career teaching dance at BYU. But when it's time to renew her Temple Recommend to keep her ecclesiastical endorsement (a requirement for employment at the Church school), Louisa finds that honesty has severe consequences.

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    1697: Thriving in Love after Mormonism - Gary & Ernie Nov 23, 2022

    Content Warning: Suicidal Ideation Gary and Ernie were both raised members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They only had one major problem - they were gay. While Ernie tried marrying a woman and having children to "make the gay go away," Gary pursued graduate school, tried to date women, and eventually pursued a life of celibacy. At some point, both of their lives broke down.

    Join us today for a true love story for the ages - how Gary and Ernie found love together, and how they are thriving today.

    Gary & Ernie: Go Forward

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    1696: Marriage on a Tightrope Interviews Margi & John Dehlin Nov 22, 2022

    Join Kattie & Allan from Marriage on a Tightrope as they interview John & Margi on the various aspects of faith transitioning as a couple.

    Marriage on a Tightrope started as a resource for mixed-faith couples (like themselves) after Allan lost his faith. Mixed faith marriages have their own unique complications and issues and Allan & Kattie hold vulnerable conversations about their mixed faith marriage in order to give the listener context and resources to navigate their own relationship. They have helped hundreds of couples and families stay together and learn to love, accept, and communicate with each other when one goes through a faith transition.

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    1695: Leaving the Mormon Church in Australia - Tani Berlo Nov 21, 2022

    Content warning: Suicidal ideation, Drug addiction

    Tani Berlo was raised in Australia as a biracial Mormon of Maori descent. Showing an early love for history, Tani asked many questions of her LDS seminary teacher regarding science and history that caused concern. This included questioning the validity of the "Lamanite" identity (from the Book of Mormon) handed to her as a descendent of the Maori people.

    Later in Tani's teenage years she was shamed by her LDS church leaders for normative sexual exploration, and was ultimately summoned to a disciplinary council where she was asked sexually explicit questions by multiple men, and was disfellowshipped by the church. This led to significant sexual shame as a temple married Latter-day saint. After having children, Tani experienced significant post-partum depression and an opiate addiction, which when combined with her questioning of Mormon truth claims, led to a full-on faith crisis.

    Today Tani hosts a TikTok channel on history with over 1.1 million followers.

    This is Tani's Mormon story.

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    1694: Mormon Church Supports Same-Sex Marriage? Nov 19, 2022

    Join us for a discussion on the Mormon Church coming out "in support" of the Respect for Marriage Act, which many Mormons are mistakenly interpreting as support for LGBTQ people, and for same-sex marriage.

    LDS Newsroom Statement on the United States Congress Respect for Marriage Act

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    1693: Book Club - Jerald & Sandra Tanner - Despised and Beloved Critics of Mormonism Nov 18, 2022

    Join us for our first Mormon Stories Book Club episode covering LIGHTHOUSE - Jerald and Sandra Tanner, a biography written by Ronald Huggins.

    Co-host: Rebecca Bibliotheca

    • The Good Book Club: For post and nuanced Mormons
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    1692: Gender Discrimination in the Mormon Church w/ John Larsen Nov 18, 2022

    Despite reports of progress, the Church today remains a highly discriminator organization. In this episode the panel will identify and discuss specific, concrete examples of how the Church explicitly discriminates today.

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    1691: Polygamy Apologetics, Spiritual Wifery, etc w/ LDS Discussions - 29 Nov 17, 2022

    Join John, Mike & Elisha Lee as they discuss common problematic apologies around the practice of polygamy in early Church History. From lies being called “carefully worded denials” and attempts to differentiate between “plural marriage” which God approved of or “spiritual wifery” which was not, and the fact that this is still current doctrine and what women have to look forward to in eternity and the harms caused past and present from this doctrine.

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    LDS Discussion Essay on Polygamy Apologetics

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    LDS Discussions 6-Part Series on Polygamy:
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    • Part 2: D&C 132 – Joseph Smith’s Polygamy “Revelation” - 25
    • Part 3: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 1 – 26
    • Part 4: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 2 – 27
    • Part 5: The Happiness Letter (Joseph Smith’s Proposition to Nancy Rigdon) – 28
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    1690: Gender Dysphoria & Mormonism - Amanda & Shaye Scott Pt. 2 Nov 15, 2022

    Content Warning: Suicide Ideation

    For Part 2 we come back to Shaye and Amanda's story after Shaye returns home from his mission. We learn how Shaye got involved in film with Mormon music group "The Piano Guys," their early issues with infertility, Amanda's schooling and career and the class (and book) that started her slowly on the path to finding out the real history of her belief system. We also take a deep dive into Shaye's growing dysphoria into their marriage how that developed into severe internalized transphobia, which extended to the whole LGBTQ community as a whole as even allyship felt too "close" and "dangerous" to the secret he was trying to keep buried.

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    1689: The Tyranny of Mormon Patriarchal Blessings - Amanda & Shaye Scott Pt. 1 Nov 14, 2022

    Content Warning: Gender Dysphoria & Suicidal Ideation

    Amanda and Shaye already have a following on their YouTube Channel "Great Scotts" but their video "Why we left the Mormon Church - coming out story" made an even bigger splash. Join us as we hear their stories growing up in Mormon families, their early testimonies and experiences with the Church, Shaye's gender dysphoria and thoughts of suicide, how they met, Shaye serving a mission, and their subsequent marriage after returning.

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    1688: The Happiness Letter (Joseph Smith's Proposition to Nancy Rigdon) w/ LDS Discussions - 28 Nov 10, 2022

    In part 5 of our 6-part series on polygamy within the LDS Discussions project, we discuss "The Happiness Letter," which was the letter Joseph Smith wrote to Nancy Rigdon to try to convince her to become one of his plural wives.

    Special Guest: Nemo the Mormon

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    LDS Discussion Essay on the Happiness Letter

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    • Part 1: An Introduction to Mormon Polygamy - 24
    • Part 2: D&C 132 – Joseph Smith’s Polygamy “Revelation” - 25
    • Part 3: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 1 – 26
    • Part 4: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 2 – 27
    • Part 6: Polygamy Apologetics, Spiritual Wifery, etc – 29

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    1687: Mormon Leader Ahmad Corbitt Condemns Activism Towards the LDS Church Nov 10, 2022

    Join us as we analyze a Mormon leader's private talk given to a small group of Church leaders that has stirred up the Mormon community. In his talk Ahmad S. Corbitt, first counselor in the LDS Church Young Men general presidency, vehemently condemns activism toward the Church.

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    1686: Healing from Mormon Marital Sexual Dysfunction  - Larissa and Jeff Kindred Pt. 3 Nov 09, 2022

    In Part 3 of 3 on this riveting story of Jeff & Larissa, we join them again as they bravely share their stories of sexual dysfunction due to LDS purity culture doctrines, Larissa's battle with breast cancer, Jeff's experiences with porn/masturbation, and BOTH Jeff and Larissa suppressing their sexuality. They share their journey of healing and growing together in intimacy, as well as other changes post-Mormonism. What is parenting like? How have their beliefs changed and what do they believe now?

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    1685: Unraveling the Progressive Mormon Dream - Larissa & Jeff Kindred Pt. 2 Nov 08, 2022

    In this Part 2 of 3, we return to Jeff & Larissa's story. Now married, Larissa gives up her University Studies to help Jeff through Med school. They share their struggles with infertility, the adoption process, and adopting black children as orthodox Mormons. Larissa faces difficulties in early motherhood and building resentment as they settle into traditional LDS gender roles. Larissa feels she is losing herself wrapped up in her husband's life, while at the same time trying to silence that part of her that is unhappy, seeing it as "wrong." Larissa is called as a RS President, even as she becomes more vocally progressive/feminist and has hope for the Church to change, but it doesn't last. Jeff realizes the Gospel can't fix Larissa's unhappiness as the root cause is Patriarchy. He serves in Bishoprics for 7 years before discovering more about Church history from the CES Letter, and Rough Stone Rolling, with the Gospel Topics Essays being the final straw. Jeff & Larissa finally recognize the level of harm of systemic racism & sexism in Mormonism and no longer wish to be a part of it. Larissa Kindred

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    1684: A Japanese-American Mormon Story - Jeff and Larissa Kindred Pt. 1 Nov 08, 2022

    Join us as we meet Jeff & Larissa Kindred and follow their stories growing up as Latter-day Saints. Jeff's story includes a grooming scoutmaster, his love of sports, attending Snow College, and serving a mission in Jackson, Mississippi where he dealt with scrupulosity, unhealthy diet and exercise, becoming AP, and wrestling with racism in the Church culture & scripture.

    Larissa's story involves her Japanese-American heritage, and gives a brief introduction on the history of anti-Japanese sentiment in Utah, including having been home to a Japanese "Work" Camp in Topaz. Larissa tells of the struggles her grandparents faced assimilating into Utah Culture and dealing with the loss of their own. Larissa also describes racism she experienced growing up in American Fork, UT and Mormon culture's ideals matching white beauty standards.

    And this is just the beginning! Jeff and Larissa have a lot of experiences that many current and former Mormons will relate to and experiences that will be new for many to hear.

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    1683: Mormon Church Tax Scandal in Australia Nov 04, 2022

    Join Simon Southerton and Neville Rochow as they discuss the breaking news story of potentially fraudulent behavior by the LDS Church in Australia.

    Original Stories:

    • Mormons Inc: Church accused of multinational tax rort
    • The Sydney Morning Herald: Labor, Greens push for tax office investigation into Mormon donations

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    1682: Joseph Smith's Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 2 w/ LDS Discussions - 27 Nov 03, 2022

    Join Mike (LDS Discussions), Elisha, and John for Part 2 as they look at the techniques of influence that Joseph Smith used to propose to his plural wives.

    Helen Mar Kimball's age reduction digital illustration by Adam Worthington https://www.knowbrotherjoseph.com/

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    LDS Discussion Essay on Plural Marriage Proposals

    LDS Discussions 6-Part Series on Polygamy:
    • 1673: An Introduction to Mormon Polygamy w/ LDS Discussions – 24
    • 1676: D&C 132 – Joseph Smith’s Polygamy “Revelation” w/ LDS Discussions – 25
    • 1679: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 1 w/ LDS Discussions – 26
    • 1688: The Happiness Letter (Joseph Smith’s Proposition to Nancy Rigdon) w/ LDS Discussions – 28
    • 1691: Polygamy Apologetics, Spiritual Wifery, etc w/ LDS Discussions – 29

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    1681: Rebuilding My Life after Returning Early from Mormon Mission - Brinley Jensen Pt. 2 Nov 02, 2022

    Content Warning: Suicidal Ideation

    Join us as Brinley returns to share what rebuilding her life was like after returning home from her mission and how she finally found her voice & happiness.

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    1680: The Dark Side of a Mormon Mission - Brinley Jensen Pt. 1 Nov 01, 2022

    Content Warning: Suicidal Ideation & Planning

    Join John & Margi as they interview young and spunky Brinley Jensen, a Gen Z returned missionary, as she shares her experiences growing up in the Church and the consequences she's faced at various times as she's spoken up for herself and grown into the person she is.

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    1679: Joseph Smith's Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 1 w/ LDS Discussions - 26 Oct 27, 2022

    Join Mike (LDS Discussions), Elisha, and John as they look at the techniques of influence that Joseph Smith used to propose to his plural wives.

    Special Guest: Elisha Lee

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    LDS Discussion Essay on Plural Marriage Proposals

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    • Part 1: An Introduction to Mormon Polygamy - 24
    • Part 2: D&C 132 – Joseph Smith’s Polygamy “Revelation” - 25
    • Part 4: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 2 – 27
    • Part 5: The Happiness Letter (Joseph Smith’s Proposition to Nancy Rigdon) – 28
    • Part 6: Polygamy Apologetics, Spiritual Wifery, etc – 29

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    1678: Tommy “THETOMSTERS” & Madison Johnson Oct 25, 2022

    Join us for two unique Mormon Stories as John Dehlin & Samantha Shelley interview Tommy & Madison Johnson. Tommy made fans and haters on both sides of belief when he hit the TikTok scene during COVID with funny skits on the peculiarities of Mormonism. What viewers couldn't see was that Tommy was struggling to know how to deal with many of the messier topics in Church History as well as the darker sides of modern Mormon doctrines such as the stance against the LGBTQ+ community, which includes his own sister, while ALSO navigating his mixed-faith marriage with Madison who stopped believing entirely after their Temple Marriage. Madison describes her life as having been "born into a faith crisis" due to stigma and family shame around being conceived out of wedlock by a teen mother. Madison's struggles with the faith continued through most of her life despite her levels of activity/involvement in the Church, even through her Temple Marriage with Tom. Madison leaves the Church upon finding the CES letter and she and Tommy work through what this will mean for their marriage, and even end up on an episode of the podcast "Marriage on a Tightrope" with Katie & Allan Mount. They finish off with where the couple is at today and how life is going since all of the changes they've been through. Guests:

    • Tommy
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    1677: John Larsen - Your Friend, the Church Oct 21, 2022

    Supreme Court Amicus Curie briefings are a way for organizations to influence and become involved in significant Court cases. For many years the church has used its high-powered attorneys to file briefs in major cases. We will discuss which cases and what the church truly values.

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    1676: D&C 132 - Joseph Smith's Polygamy "Revelation" w/ LDS Discussions - 25 Oct 20, 2022

    Today’s episode continues the discussion on Polygamy with the (in)famous revelation still canonized in Mormon/LDS scripture as Section 132 of the Doctrine & Covenants. Mike sets up the historical & personal context of the timing of this revelation and the problematic ideas presented in it as coming from God including how God views women, redefining adultery and other moral issues, and the various rules and justifications given by God to practice polygamy.

    Mike goes on to show that Joseph admits himself that polygamy is something he wanted, and despite being the receiver of the various specific rules defined by God, he nevertheless proceeds to break every one of them.

    Finally, Mike goes over the many apologetics around this section of the Doctrine & Covenants and the problems with most of the arguments attempting to justify the revelation, Joseph’s polygamy, and the resulting polygamy among many of the branches of Mormonism, some continuing to this day.

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    LDS Discussion Essay on Polygamy

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    LDS Discussions 6-Part Series on Polygamy:
    • Part 1: An Introduction to Mormon Polygamy - 24
    • Part 3: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 1 – 26
    • Part 4: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 2 – 27
    • Part 5: The Happiness Letter (Joseph Smith’s Proposition to Nancy Rigdon) – 28
    • Part 6: Polygamy Apologetics, Spiritual Wifery, etc – 29

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    1675: Navigating a Faith Crisis as Brothers-in-law: Chris Lee and Mitch Hadfield Pt. 2 Oct 18, 2022

    Going through a faith crisis can be a lonely and isolating experience, especially in a believing family, so imagine the relief to find someone else is going through the same thing! Join John & Margi as they interview Chris Lee and Mitch Hadfield about their Mormon Story, their struggles with the faith, their relief to find understanding, support & solidarity with each other, and where their lives are now.

    In Part 2 of 2, Chris and Mitch explain the sources of their individual faith crises and how they processed it. Chris’ was a slow burn with a long amount of time spent in progressive Mormonism, while Mitch went from fairly conservative to a nonbeliever overnight. They explain the results of sharing their faith loss with each other, their wives, and other believing family members and where Chris and Mitch find themselves today.

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    1674: Struggling to Complete a Mormon Mission: Chris Lee and Mitch Hadfield Pt. 1 Oct 17, 2022

    Going through a faith crisis can be a lonely and isolating experience, especially in a believing family, so imagine the relief to find someone else is going through the same thing! Join John & Margi as they interview Chris Lee and Mitch Hadfield about their Mormon Story, their struggles with the faith, their relief to find understanding, support & solidarity with each other, and where their lives are now.

    In Part 1 of 2, Chris and Mitch tell their respective stories growing up in Mormon families and share their individual struggles serving missions for the Church. Chris struggles deeply with depression and anxiety resulting in going home early though at the cost of guilt that will last for years. Mitch experiences shame over “unrepented sins,” difficulties of the mission, and deals with suicidal ideation, though his does finish the full two-year term.

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    1673: An Introduction to Mormon Polygamy w/ LDS Discussions - 24 Oct 13, 2022

    Mike and John discuss the timeline and cultural context surrounding Joseph Smith at the time he claims to receive the revelation on polygamy which became canonized and is still considered scripture for many modern Mormon branches, some who still practice it today, and even ones who don't, like the largest Mormon branch headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.

    LDS Discussion Essay on Polygamy Episode Show Notes LDS Discussions 6-Part Series on Polygamy:
    • Part 2: D&C 132 – Joseph Smith’s Polygamy “Revelation” - 25
    • Part 3: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 1 – 26
    • Part 4: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 2 – 27
    • Part 5: The Happiness Letter (Joseph Smith’s Proposition to Nancy Rigdon) – 28
    • Part 6: Polygamy Apologetics, Spiritual Wifery, etc – 29

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    1672: Being Gay at BYU - Daniel Spencer Pt . 2 Oct 11, 2022

    Content Warning: Mention of sexual acts, suicide, & suicidal ideation

    Join us for a very special episode & guest, Daniel Spencer (@DanBamBam on Social Media) to share his heartwarming story with us. From growing up as a closeted gay Mormon teenager in a country where being gay isn't just illegal, but dangerous, to his mission experiences and discovering his talent not just for comedy but for starting important conversations at BYU and beyond! Daniel Spencer (@DanBanBam)

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    Trigger Warning: Suicides & Suicidal Ideation

    In this part 2 of 2, Daniel returns to share what the remainder of his mission was like, his studies at BYU, dealing with his homosexuality, learning more about the Church's history and truth claims, and his attempts to learn to speak his truth out loud after decades of hiding who he was. Daniel attempts to use social media to bring attention to important issues as well as give people a chance to speak their truth, even if anonymously.

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    1671: Growing Up Mormon in Zimbabwe - Daniel Spencer Pt . 1 Oct 10, 2022

    Content Warning: Mention of sexual acts, suicide, & suicidal ideation

    Join us for a very special episode & guest, Daniel Spencer (@DanBamBam on Social Media) to share his heartwarming story with us. From growing up as a closeted gay Mormon teenager in a country where being gay isn't just illegal, but dangerous, to his mission experiences and discovering his talent not just for comedy but for starting important conversations at BYU and beyond! Daniel Spencer (@DanBanBam)

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    Content Warning: Mention of sexual acts

    In Part 1 of 2, Dan tells us about his Mormon upbringing in Zimbabwe, from how his parents met each other, ended up in Zimbabwe, and what may be different for Zimbabwean Latter-day Saints from the more common US & Utah-based stories. We learn what his teens were like, including sexual mores and education where Dan grew up and he shares his own experiences. We also learn when and how Dan began to gain his testimony of the Gospel, his decision to attend BYU and serve a mission, and what his experiences were like going through the Temple for the first time and his early mission experiences.

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    1670: October General Conference - Panel Discussion Oct 06, 2022

    Description: Join us for our very first General Conference Panel of Discussion on Mormon Stories Podcast. John, Samantha, Gerardo, Nemo, and John’s dad, David will analyze a few statements made during the October 2022 Mormon General Conference. You can't miss this one! Official Channel for General Conference Guest Panelists:

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    1669: LDS Temple Endowment & Masonry w/ LDS Discussions - 23 Oct 06, 2022

    Join Mike and John as they discuss Mormonism’s early connection with Masonry through Joseph Smith and the unique problems it creates for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to grapple with today. Covered topics include the timeline of Joseph becoming a Master Mason before introducing the similarly-themed rituals of the Temple Endowment Ceremony, why many members and apologists claim Masonry to be of ancient origin despite evidence to the contrary, the many parallels between the secret rituals of both organizations, and whether or the Temple Endowment involved false doctrines.

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    1668: Mormon Stake Presidency Counselor Confronts General Authorities - Evan and Weston Smith Pt. 3 Oct 05, 2022

    Trigger Warning: Suicidal Ideation Evan Smith rose through the ranks of Mormon leadership ultimately becoming a Stake Presidency member. While serving as an LDS Bishop, Evan struggled with the Church’s positions on LGBTQ+ issues and later found out that his son Weston was gay. Even after coming out, Weston decided to serve an LDS Mission as an openly gay man, leading him to high levels of depression and heartbreaking experiences during and after coming back early from his mission. Evan became an advocate for LGBTQ people in the Church. His position as a Stake Presidency Counselor led him to a few confrontations/discussions with General Authorities and a later meeting at Church Headquarters where they discussed Evan’s progressive beliefs on LGBTQ matters. In Part 3 of 3, Evan describes getting called as a Stake Counselor, his attempts to be an ally for LGBTQ individuals and his subsequent faith crisis. Evan has a few debates/confrontations with Area Seventy Elder McCune (higher than Stake Presidency in Mormon leadership) over his gay son. Evan emails Apostles and other leaders on how the Church can change to be more loving and accepting of LGBTQ members resulting in a meeting with General Authority Allen D. Haynie. Evan continues faith deconstruction when his wife begins her faith crisis, and they both come to see the issues with sexism in the Church, biblical scholarship opening up new issues, and the family’s ultimate decision to leave the Church.

    • Gay Latter-day Saint Crossroads
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    1667: Coming Out as the Gay Son of a Mormon Bishop, Serving a Mission - Evan and Weston Smith Pt.2 Oct 04, 2022

    Trigger Warning: Suicidal Ideation

    Evan Smith rose through the ranks of Mormon leadership ultimately becoming a Stake Presidency member. While serving as an LDS Bishop, Evan struggled with the Church’s positions on LGBTQ+ issues and later found out that his son Weston was gay. Even after coming out, Weston decided to serve an LDS Mission as an openly gay man, leading him to high levels of depression and heartbreaking experiences during and after coming back early from his mission. Evan became an advocate for LGBTQ people in the Church. His position as a Stake Presidency Counselor led him to a few confrontations/discussions with General Authorities and a later meeting at Church Headquarters where they discussed Evan’s progressive beliefs on LGBTQ matters. In Part 2 of 3, we start off where we left with Weston’s story growing up as a gay Mormon kid, discovering his sexuality, his suicidal ideation, and his decision to serve a mission as an “out” gay Mormon. Upon experiencing suicidality again on his mission Weston has a “spiritual experience” which leads to his resolve to leave the church and live a happy life. Meanwhile, Evan gets a call to become a 1st counselor in the Stake Presidency.
    • Gay Latter-day Saint Crossroads
    • This Body of Water: Surviving Mormonism as a Queer Man

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    1666: Becoming a Progressive Mormon Bishop, Son Comes Out as Gay - Evan and Wes Smith Pt. 1 Oct 03, 2022

    Evan Smith rose through the ranks of Mormon leadership ultimately becoming a Stake Presidency member. While serving as an LDS Bishop, Evan struggled with the Church’s positions on LGBTQ+ issues and later found out that his son Weston was gay. Even after coming out, Weston decided to serve an LDS Mission as an openly gay man, leading him to high levels of depression and heartbreaking experiences during and after coming back early from his mission.

    Evan became an advocate for LGBTQ people in the Church. His position as a Stake Presidency Counselor led him to a few confrontations/discussions with General Authorities and a later meeting at Church Headquarters where they discussed Evan’s progressive beliefs on LGBTQ matters. Join John and Gerardo as they interview Evan and his son Weston about their fascinating Mormon Story. In Part 1 of 3, we learn of Evan’s relatively normal LDS (Mormon) upbringing in Utah, early testimony-building experiences, and troubling issues on his mission regarding difficult Church topics including the Church’s racism & homophobia. Evan attends BYU and meets his wife, Cheryl, and works through law school with three children. He becomes a Branch President (leader of a local congregation-similar to a Bishop, but over a smaller congregation) and begins learning Gospel teachings and experiences weren’t as simple as they initially seemed, culminating in his son, Weston, coming out to him as gay.

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    1665: Race & Mormon Scripture Pt 2 w/ LDS Discussions - 22 Sep 29, 2022

    Join us for Part 2 of our discussion on Race and the Book of Mormon. Today Mike and John go over the various apologetics for the apparent racism in the Book of Mormon and early Church leaders, from denying those particular scriptures are literal, to saying “everyone was racist back then” and of course, breaking down the various problems each creates for a Church said to be built on the basis of revelation to modern prophets.

    1663: Race and Mormon Scripture Pt 1 w/ LDS Discussions - 21

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    1664: Boy Scouts Bankruptcy and the Mormon Church - An Update w/ Tim Kosnoff Sep 28, 2022

    TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault, Rape, Child Abuse

    Tim Kosnoff is back to share an update about the Boy Scouts of America Bankruptcy Filing and urgent deadline at the end of 2022 for anyone in California who was abused by a Boy Scout Leader outside of official BSA activities to be able to join a class-action lawsuit before the window is closed forever.

    Anyone with questions or think this might apply to themselves or someone they love are encouraged to contact an attorney (ideally one with experience with child abuse claims) to learn more. Tim Kosnoff is a US attorney who has spent the last two decades representing victims of abuse and has graciously volunteered to talk with anyone who may have questions about this case. Contact info provided below.

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    1663: Race and Mormon Scripture Pt 1 w/ LDS Discussions - 21 Sep 22, 2022

    Join Mike from LDSdiscussions.com and John as they discuss race and Mormon scripture. This is part 1 of a 2-part series. We are also grateful to have a few call-in guests for this episode.

    Today’s episode covers:

    • Personal stories from black members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) of the racist things said to them and ways they were treated, and how psychologically harmful the racist doctrines have been for them
    • The most problematic verses and teaching of past prophets from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that specifically highlight dark or black skin as a curse directly from God
    • Context and proof showing the belief literally meant dark skin and was not an idiom or euphemism for anything else
    • The early belief that the skin color of Indigenous North Americans could/did actually change to become lighter when converting to Mormonism and living more “righteously”
    • The Book of Abraham as evidence of Joseph Smith’s racism, codifying racism into scripture for ALL black people, not just as a curse specific to North American Indigenous people as stated in the Book of Mormon.
    • The doctrinal basis for the early Mormon ban against black people worshiping and marrying in the Temple, as well as the ban against black Mormon men from receiving the Priesthood, the authority needed to hold any leadership position in the Church as well as perform essential saving ordinances such as baptism, receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost etc.
    • The real reasons the Church was pressured to lift the ban and the measures taken to make it happen despite continued vehement opposition among some Church leaders.

    1665: Race & Mormon Scripture Pt 2 w/ LDS Discussions – 22

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    1662: Losing Faith as the Grandson of an LDS Apostle (Joseph B. Wirthlin) - Greg Gerritsen Pt. 2 Sep 21, 2022

    Join us for Part 2 of our 2-part interview with pilot Greg Gerritsen

    Join us for Part 2 of our 2-part interview with pilot Greg Gerritsen - grandson of the late and much believed Mormon or LDS Church apostle Joseph B. Wirthlin. In this series, Greg shares with us more of his own journey in the Church including:

    • Greg's mission experiences, many made more difficult by knowledge of his relationship with Elder Wirthlin
    • What Greg learned at Weber that began affecting his testimony
    • How often General Authorities miss out on family activities and events in service to the Church
    • How the Church deals with aging apostles once they begin to lose lucidity
    • How Greg lost his LDS testimony in spite of descending from the Mormon "elite," and what led him to want to tell his story.

    Also, Greg shares his opinion on whether his grandfather actually "saw" Jesus Christ as an LDS apostle. We hope you enjoy!!!

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    1661: Growing Up As a Grandson of a Mormon Apostle (Joseph B Wirthlin) - Greg Gerritsen Pt 1 Sep 19, 2022

    Join us for Part 1 of our 2-part interview with pilot Greg Gerritsen - grandson of the late and much believed Mormon or LDS Church apostle Joseph B. Wirthlin. In this series, Greg shares with us many fascinating stories about his experiences with his grandfather including:

    • The tendency of LDS church members to overly worship General Authorities, along with the unhealthy obsession some Mormons have with "access" to General Authorities.
    • The undying love Elder Wirthlin had for his wife (Elisa), his family, and for football.
    • The extent to which nepotism, cronyism, and patronage play a part in the selection of LDS church General Authorities.
    • The downsides/sacrifices of being an LDS church Apostle/General Authority.
    • The existence of divisions and "cliques" in the LDS church quorum of the 12 Apostles.
    • The unhealthy pressures and expectations put on the children and grandchildren of LDS General Authorities, that often lead to a familial emphasis on "public appearance" over healthy relationships.
    • The "code" that exists within families of LDS General Authorities to never do or say anything to bring dishonor to the family name or church, including speaking out about a loss of faith, which leads many descendants of LDS apostles to lie about and/or hide their loss of faith.

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    1660: Why do Ex-Mormons Appear So Angry? w/ John Larsen & Carah Burrell Sep 16, 2022

    [TW] Abuse, suicide

    Carah B, John L, and John D go over the tropes and stereotypes of "hateful" ex-Mormons.

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    1659: Word of Wisdom w/ LDS Discussions - 20 Sep 15, 2022

    John and Mike discuss the origins and influences around Joseph Smith and the Creation of the Word of Wisdom.

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    1658: Tough Questions for John Dehlin - Patrick Mason Pt 3 Sep 14, 2022

    Patrick Mason returns to flip the script and put John under scrutiny!

    Patrick Q. Mason holds the Leonard J. Arrington Chair of Mormon History and Culture at USU. He has written or edited several books, including Proclaim Peace: The Restoration’s Answer to an Age of Conflict (Maxwell Institute and Deseret Book, 2021); Mormonism and Violence: The Battles of Zion (Cambridge University Press, 2019); What Is Mormonism? A Student's Introduction (Routledge, 2017); Out of Obscurity: Mormonism since 1945, co-edited with John Turner (Oxford University Press, 2016); Directions for Mormon Studies in the Twenty-First Century (University of Utah Press, 2016); and The Mormon Menace: Violence and Anti-Mormonism in the Postbellum South (Oxford University Press, 2011). He was a Fulbright Scholar in Romania in 2015 and is a past president of the Mormon History Association. Professor Mason is frequently consulted by the national and international media on stories related to Mormon culture and history. He teaches courses on Mormonism, American religious history, and religion, violence, and peacebuilding.

    1656-1658: A Scholarly Defense of Mormonism - Patrick Mason

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    1657: A Scholarly Defense of Faithful Mormonism - Patrick Mason Pt 2 Sep 13, 2022

    Join us today for part 2 of our interview with faithful Mormon scholar Dr. Patrick Mason. In part 2 John and Margi discuss with Patrick his approach to thoughtful, faithful Mormonism as a scholar of Mormon Studies. Patrick Q. Mason holds the Leonard J. Arrington Chair of Mormon History and Culture at USU. He has written or edited several books, including Proclaim Peace: The Restoration’s Answer to an Age of Conflict (Maxwell Institute and Deseret Book, 2021); Mormonism and Violence: The Battles of Zion (Cambridge University Press, 2019); What Is Mormonism? A Student's Introduction (Routledge, 2017); Out of Obscurity: Mormonism since 1945, co-edited with John Turner (Oxford University Press, 2016); Directions for Mormon Studies in the Twenty-First Century (University of Utah Press, 2016); and The Mormon Menace: Violence and Anti-Mormonism in the Postbellum South (Oxford University Press, 2011). He was a Fulbright Scholar in Romania in 2015 and is a past president of the Mormon History Association. Professor Mason is frequently consulted by the national and international media on stories related to Mormon culture and history. He teaches courses on Mormonism, American religious history, and religion, violence, and peacebuilding.

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    1656: Becoming a Faithful Scholar - Patrick Mason Pt 1 Sep 12, 2022

    LDS Scholar, author & apologist, Patrick Mason, shares his (brief) Mormon Story, including his childhood & teenage years before serving a Mission in Seattle, Washington. Patrick studies history at BYU, then Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution at Notre Dame. Patrick explains how became nuanced and how he navigates difficult issues with the Mormon Church. He currently holds the Leonard J. Arrington Chair of Mormon History and Culture at Utah State University.

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    1655: Changes to the Doctrine & Covenants w/ LDS Discussions -19 Sep 08, 2022

    John & Mike discuss changes made to the Doctrine & Covenants, part of the Mormon Canon.

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    1654: Taking Down Warren Jeffs - Elissa Wall Pt 3 Sep 07, 2022

    Elissa Wall is internationally known as the "woman who brought down Warren Jeffs." Never before has she been able to tell her full story, in an un-edited way. This is part 3 of her story, focusing on her efforts to put Warren Jeffs in prison, and how she has rebuilt a life since.

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    1653: My Life as an FLDS Child Bride - Elissa Wall Pt. 2 Sep 06, 2022

    Elissa Wall is internationally known as the "woman who brought down Warren Jeffs." Never before has she been able to tell her full story, in an un-edited way. This is part 2 of her story, focusing on her forced marriage to her first cousin at age 14 by FLDS prophet Warren Jeffs.

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    1652: Growing up in the Shadow of Warren Jeffs - Elissa Wall Pt. 1 Sep 06, 2022

    Elissa Wall is internationally known as the "woman who brought down Warren Jeffs." Never before has she been able to tell her full story, in an un-edited way. This is part 1 of her story, focusing on her upbringing in the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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    1651: Priesthood Restoration w/ LDS Discussions - 18 Sep 01, 2022

    Join John & Mike as they discuss the timeline for the restoration of the Priesthood compared to the current Church narrative.

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    1650: John Dehlin's Thoughts on Christianity - w/ Steven Pynakker of Mormon Book Reviews Sep 01, 2022

    John's in the hot seat AGAIN as Steve Pynakker from YouTube Channel Mormon Book Reviews interviews John on his Spiritual Journey after being excommunicated from the Mormon Church.

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    1649: John Dehlin in the Hot Seat - An Interview with Rick Bennett of Gospel Tangents Aug 29, 2022

    John takes the hot seat this time as Rick Bennett from YouTube Channel Gospel Tangents does the interviewing. Gospel Tangents is a channel looking to represent a 360 degree view of Mormonism and welcomes guests representing various views and experiences of the Restoration Gospel started by Joseph Smith.

    Rick calls John Dehlin the "grandfather" of Mormon podcasting. Not that he's old, but rather internet-old! Rick asks John about his journey in and out of the Church, dating an Oscar-winning actress in high school, some of his dealing with general authorities, and his excommunication and aftermath. They also discuss his tangles with apologists & neo-apologists, the Swedish Rescue, and whether he really wants people to stay LDS.

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    • Richard D. Poll: What the Church Means to People Like Me
    • Mormon Baseball Baptism Era D. Michael Quinn
    • MS 101-103: Ted Lyon on LDS Church Change, Latin American Missions, LDS Membership Statistics & Thoughtful Faith
    • The Cumorah Project
    • Ordain Women
    • John’s TED Talk
    • Sunstone
    • New Order Mormon
    • Mormon Matters
    • Wheat and Tares
    • By Common Consent
    • Dialogue Journal
    • No man knows my history
    • Rough Stone Rolling
    • Reuters Special Report: Mormonism besieged by the modern age
    • MS 343-344: Mormonism and the Internet with John Dehlin, Scott Gordon (FAIR) and Rosemary Avance

    1648: Joseph Smith's First Vision w/ LDS Discussions - 17 Aug 25, 2022

    John and Mike discuss historical & theological issues surrounding the accounts of Joseph Smiths "First" Vision.

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    1647: The Neophyte Problem in the Book of Mormon - Dr. Thomas Murphy Pt. 3 Aug 22, 2022

    Dr. Thomas Murphy presents his fascinating findings regarding 19th Century Native American Christian converts that closely resemble important personages in The Book of Mormon. Join John and Gerardo as they are captivated by these stories and discuss the probability that these are the stories that inspired Joseph Smith’s creation of Book of Mormon characters.

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    • Decolonizing Mormonism
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    • Imagining Lamanites: Native Americans and the Book of Mormon
    • Other Scriptures: Restoring Voices of the Gantowisas (clan mothers) to an Open Canon
    • The Mound Builder Myth: Fake History and the Hunt for a "Lost White Race"
    • Race and the Making of the Mormon People
    • Shannon Caldwell Montez:
      • 1336: The Rise and Fall of B.H. Roberts – with Shannon Caldwell Montez
      • 1337: Shannon Caldwell Montez – From Wife and Mother to Groundbreaking Mormon Historian
      • 1346: Shannon Caldwell Montez – The Secret Mormon Meetings of 1922
    • Lori Taylor: Telling Stories about Mormons and Indians

    1646: Is the Book of Mormon Racist? - Dr. Thomas Murphy Pt. 2 Aug 22, 2022

    The Mormon Church has struggled with the engraved racist passages in its most holy book of scripture such as the divine curse that came upon the Lamanites turning them into loathsome people with a skin of blackness. Anthropologist Dr. Thomas Murphy joined John and Gerardo to discuss racism in The Book of Mormon and how Joseph Smith stole native culture, mixed it with racist ideas of his time, published it, and sold it as theirs. We also discuss how these racist ideas contained in the Book of Mormon have transcended into modern Mormon Culture and beliefs.

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    • Bear Ears MS Interview
    • Passion Isn't Enough | Hidden Brain Podcast
    • Other Scriptures: Grief, Gratitude, and the Haudenosaunee Great Peace
    • Angelo Baca “In Laman’s Terms”
    • Decolonizing Mormonism
    • Mormonism LIVE: Neophytes & Lamanites
    • Mormon Book Reviews Interview
    • Sin, Skin, and Seed: Mistakes of Men in the Book of Mormon
    • Imagining Lamanites: Native Americans and the Book of Mormon
    • Other Scriptures: Restoring Voices of the Gantowisas (clan mothers) to an Open Canon
    • The Mound Builder Myth: Fake History and the Hunt for a "Lost White Race"
    • Race and the Making of the Mormon People
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      • 1336: The Rise and Fall of B.H. Roberts – with Shannon Caldwell Montez
      • 1337: Shannon Caldwell Montez – From Wife and Mother to Groundbreaking Mormon Historian
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    • Lori Taylor: Telling Stories about Mormons and Indians

    1645: Anthropology & Mormonism - Dr. Thomas Murphy Aug 21, 2022

    Renowned anthropologist Dr. Thomas Murphy comes back to update us on his journey engaging with Mormon scholarship and decolonization efforts. Join John and Gerardo as they enter into a fascinating discussion with Dr. Murphy about Book of Mormon apologetics and criticisms through the lens of a Mormon anthropologist's life. Original Interviews: 638-639: Dr. Thomas Murphy Book of Mormon/Lamanite DNA & His Near Excommunication

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    • Views from Turtle Island Article: Message Thomas to ask for a copy on facebook or email tmurphy@email.edcc.edu
    • Original Interview with Thomas on MS: Ep 638-639
    • Bear Ears MS Interview
    • Passion Isn't Enough | Hidden Brain Podcast
    • Other Scriptures: Grief, Gratitude, and the Haudenosaunee Great Peace
    • Angelo Baca “In Laman’s Terms”
    • Decolonizing Mormonism
    • Mormonism LIVE: Neophytes & Lamanites
    • Mormon Book Reviews Interview
    • Sin, Skin, and Seed: Mistakes of Men in the Book of Mormon
    • Imagining Lamanites: Native Americans and the Book of Mormon
    • Other Scriptures: Restoring Voices of the Gantowisas (clan mothers) to an Open Canon
    • The Mound Builder Myth: Fake History and the Hunt for a "Lost White Race"
    • Race and the Making of the Mormon People
    • Shannon Caldwell Montez:
      • 1336: The Rise and Fall of B.H. Roberts – with Shannon Caldwell Montez
      • 1337: Shannon Caldwell Montez – From Wife and Mother to Groundbreaking Mormon Historian
      • 1346: Shannon Caldwell Montez – The Secret Mormon Meetings of 1922
    • Lori Taylor: Telling Stories about Mormons and Indians

    1644: Mormon Church Discouraging Sex Abuse Victims from Reporting - Survivor Stories Aug 19, 2022

    TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault, Rape, Child Abuse

    In light of the recent Associated Press article about the Mormon church abuse hotline, we decided to ask our podcast listeners if any of them had ever been discouraged by Mormon leadership from reporting abuse to the police. Hundreds of listeners responded with concrete, and heart-wrenching examples. In Friday's episode, John and Jenn will be reading many of the accounts (scrubbed of identifying information), so as to highlight the longstanding and ongoing problem of abuse cases NOT being reported to police within the Mormon church.

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    1643: The Trinity & the Book of Mormon with John Larsen Aug 19, 2022

    Join John Larsen, John Dehlin and Carah Burrell as they discuss how prior to the 1837 edits, The Book of Mormon was squarely trinitarian in its approach to God and Jesus christ. Some trinitarian elements remain in the book today. We will discuss and analyze each Passage to determine what Smith's theology was in the early days of Mormonism.

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      • MS First Vision podcast
      • 1830 version of Book of Mormon
      • Lectures on Faith
      • King Follet Discourse
      • ED Howe: Mormonism Unveiled
      • Letterbook 1 First Vision Account

    1642: Deutero-Isaiah w/ LDS Discussions - 16 Aug 18, 2022

    Join John and Mike, from LDS Discussions for an introduction to the multiple authors of Isaiah and what that means for the Book of Mormon.

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    • LDS Discussions Playlist on YouTube
    • LDS Discussions Essay on Deutero-Isaiah
    • Tight vs Loose Translation Episode
    • David Bokovoy MS episodes
    • David Bokovoy: Authoring the Old Testament: Genesis - Deuteronomy
    • MS Bart Ehrman episode
    • Noah’s Flood - w/ Simon Southerton
    • Adam and Eve MS episode with LDS Discussions:
    • BOM translation episode with LDS Discussions
    • Maven’s MS Episode
    • By Common Consent: 2 Nephi and the Deutero-Isaiah Problem in the Book of Mormon #BOM2016
    • Anthony Miller’s MS episodes

    1641: Help Make Utah Mormon Bishops Mandatory Reporters - Protect Kids Rally Aug 15, 2022

    Join John as he interviews Utah Representative Angela Romero, Lindsey Lundholm, and Dr. Julie Hanks about the upcoming Protect Kids rally, in favor of requiring clergy to report abuse.

    ALL adults across the state, without exception, should be mandated to report child abuse. Representative Angela Romero has championed this legislation over the past two years. She is sponsoring the rally and will be the keynote speaker. Lindsey Lundholm is the grassroots organizer for the Protect Kids rally, and passionate about giving children one more safe line of defense against abuse. As a therapist and member of the LDS faith, Dr. Julie Hanks, stands in support of eliminating the clergy loophole. Please join us at the south steps of the Utah State Capitol this Friday @ 6:30pm. WEAR TEAL in support of SA survivors.

    More details here: https://fb.me/e/2G8FC1foR

    For those unable to attend in person, the event will be streamed live. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held fully online via Facebook live at 6:30pm on Friday, August 19th. Currently in Utah law, clergy are exempt from mandatory reporting of child abuse. Recent news stories have highlighted how this exception can lead to serious harm for children, and a grey area for clergy.

    Let’s make the law clear: protecting children from abuse is the first priority. We are rallying to educate and encourage the state to pass laws that close the clergy loophole. We believe this is the year we can get it passed, to provide a safer Utah for children.

    How you can help in the meantime:

    🔹 RSVP to the Facebook event, and invite your circle of influence: https://fb.me/e/2G8FC1foR

    🔹 Follow, like, and share on Instagram @mandateclergyreporting

    🔹 Sign this petition (40k+ signatures): Make LDS Clergy Mandatory Reporters: https://chng.it/6DvQJS5rLF

    🔹 DM or email us at mandateclergyreporting@gmail.com to lend support, offer to volunteer, etc.

    🔹 Share your story. If you would like to express how you or a loved one has been impacted by the clergy exemption, please follow this link for more details:

    * Find your representative link: https://le.utah.gov/GIS/findDistrict.jsp https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1n4Ai...


    1640: Boy Scout Abuse and the Mormon Church with Attorney Tim Kosnoff Aug 12, 2022

    TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault, Rape, Child Abuse

    Join John and Gerardo as they interview attorney Tim Kosnoff about the relationship between the Boy Scouts of America abuse epidemic and the Mormon church.

    Tim Kosnoff is a US attorney who has spent the last two decades representing victims of abuse.

    His introduction to the LDS Church and their lawyers was when he represented Jeremiah Scott who was sexually abused by a serial paedophile Frank Curtis. His work, in this case, appears in Lisa Davis’ legal thriller, The Sins of Brother Curtis. This case has led to a practice in which he has come to represent over 150 Mormon abuse victims bringing him face to face with the Mormon law machine repeatedly.

    Tim Kosnoff:

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    https://abusedinscouting.com/

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    • AP: Seven years of sex abuse: How Mormon officials let it happen
    • AP: How Mormon church 'help line' hid child sex abuse
    • Abused in Scouting (Tim’s legal efforts)
    • The Sins of Brother Curtis
    • Spotlight Movie
    • Scouts Honor - Sexual Abuse and the BSA
    • The Three R’s - Recognize, Review, and Report (BSA Abuse training)

    1639: The Mormon Church Abuse Hot Line with Attorney Tim Kosnoff Aug 12, 2022

    TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault, Rape, Child Abuse, Suicide

    Join John and Gerardo as they interview attorney Tim Kosnoff about the history and evolution of the Mormon church abuse hotline. This hotline has resurfaced recently in the news in response to an Associated Press news story about the Mormon church (through its abuse hotline) telling two Arizona Mormon bishops not to report abuse to authorities, leading to seven years of child abuse in the abuser’s family.

    Tim Kosnoff is a US attorney who has spent the last two decades representing victims of abuse.

    His introduction to the LDS Church and their lawyers was when he represented Jeremiah Scott who was sexually abused by a serial pedophile Frank Curtis. His work, in this case, appears in Lisa Davis’ legal thriller, The Sins of Brother Curtis. This case has led to a practice in which he has come to represent over 150 Mormon abuse victims bringing him face to face with the Mormon law machine repeatedly.

    Tim Kosnoff:

    People can reach my office at 206.785.7326

    https://www.kosnoff.com https://twitter.com/SexAbuseAttys

    https://abusedinscouting.com/

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    Show Notes:

    • A Thoughtful Faith Podcast Ep 258: Taking the Mormons to Court: Defending Sexual Abuse Victims against the LDS Church: Tim Kosnoff
    • Donate to A Thoughtful Faith Podcast
    • AP: Seven years of sex abuse: How Mormon officials let it happen
    • Church Offers Statement on Help Line and Abuse (Response to AP)
    • Opinion: The Church’s response is lacking
    • The Sins of Brother Curtis
    • Spotlight Movie

    1638: The Mormon Abuse AP Article and The Church's Response Aug 11, 2022

    TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault, Rape, Child Abuse

    When a father of a 5-year-old girl who was in counseling with his Mormon Bishop admitted to abusing his daughter, the Bishop followed the guidance of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and called a so-called "helpline" and he was advised by Church Lawyers to tell no one. The man continued to abuse his daughter for 7 more years and went on to assault her newborn sister. The AP has done a deep investigation into the Mormon Church's mishandling of child abuse and their article from last week has spread like wildfire.

    The LDS Church has put its PR department and news media outlets on high alert and they issued an official response and at least two articles trying to respond to the egregious revelations by the Associated Press.

    Join John, Gerardo, and Utah criminal defense attorney Brenton Erickson as they do a deep dive into the AP article and analyze whether the Church adequately explained the alarming allegations in the article.

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    Show Notes:

    • AP: Seven years of sex abuse: How Mormon officials let it happen
    • AP: How Mormon church 'help line' hid child sex abuse
    • Church Offers Statement on Help Line and Abuse (Response to AP)
    • Deseret News Opinion: Perspective: I survived abuse. I worked for the church’s help line. The AP story broke my heart
    • Church responds to AP story on abuse of a child and reporting hotline
    • Spotlight Movie
    • MormonLeaks 1999 Protocol for Abuse Helpline [PDF]
    • Are Publicized Abuse Cases Exceptional or Representative of Our Faith?

    1637: How the Mormon Church Handles Abuse: A History Aug 10, 2022

    TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault, Rape, Child Abuse

    The bombshell article by the Associated Press about the LDS Church’s abuse cover-up in Arizona and West Virgina has taken the Mormon community by storm. As the kickoff episode to our series covering the Mormon church’s handling of abuse John, Jenn, and Gerardo will react to a shocking 2018 interview by Gina Colvin with attorney Tim Kosnoff about his experiences representing over 150 Mormon sexual abuse victims that have brought him face-to-face with Kirton & McConkie and the Mormon law machine. On Friday we will be interviewing Tim Kosnoff in studio to discuss the AP article in more detail, provide an update on the church's handling of abuse cases, and to discuss the Boy Scouts of America case. A link to Gina's original interview is in the show notes below.

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    • A Thoughtful Faith Podcast Ep 258: Taking the Mormons to Court: Defending Sexual Abuse Victims against the LDS Church: Tim Kosnoff
    • Donate to A Thoughtful Faith Podcast
    • Saints for All Seasons: Lavina Fielding Anderson and Bernard Shaw's "Joan of Arc"
    • Writer excommunicated during ‘September Six’ purge loses her bid to rejoin the LDS Church
    • The LDS Intellectual Community and Church Leadership: A Contemporary Chronology [PDF]
    • 542-543: Gina Colvin – KiwiMormon and Fearless/Faithful Mormon Heretic
    • The Sins of Brother Curtis
    • Spotlight Movie
    • Seven years of sex abuse: How Mormon officials let it happen
    • Church Offers Statement on Help Line and Abuse (Response to AP)
    • 1550-1551: Speaking Out When a Mormon Bishop Abuses Children – Kolby & Cami Reddish

    1636: Finding Peace with Infertility - Jessica Parker Aug 10, 2022

    Join us as we welcome Jessica Parker to the Thrive Stories podcast to discuss her journey of accepting and finding peace in infertility. As a woman who was raised in a faithful Latter-day Saint home, Jessica absorbed all the messages about the role of women and her divine purpose to bear children. She served a mission, got married in the temple, and gave her time and energy to the church for years. All of this came into question when Jessica began her faith journey--which then led to deconstructing and rebuilding her innate sense of value, identity, and purpose as a human being.

    Thrive Stories is a podcast series where Margi (alongside John or Jenn) interviews a member of the community once per month. The interviews are shorter (2-3 hours), story-based, and are focused on a particular aspect of healing and growth AFTER a Mormon faith crisis (thus the THRIVE name). They generally happen on Tuesdays at noon (MST). Some examples of areas of thriving include: Family Relationships, Healthy Boundaries, Finding Community, Finding Meaning/Purpose, Dealing with Grief/Death, Religion after Mormonism, Health Sexuality, Parenting, Improving Physical Health, Identity, Health Marriage/Relationships, Secular Spirituality, Word of Wisdom 2.0, and Women Finding Their Own Voice after Mormonism.

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    • Continual Becoming with ALOK
    • Cesletter.org
    • Under the Banner of Heaven book
    • Under the Banner of Heaven series
    • Steven Pynakker - Mormon Book Review Podcast
    • Unfuckyourbrain Podcast
    • Faith Journey meetups FB group
    • Mormon Stories Podcast Community
    • Mormonism Live FB Community

    1635: The Great Mormon Missionary Decline Aug 04, 2022

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is known globally for its massive missionary force. Over the past year we have received several independent reports suggesting serious distress in the Mormon missionary program, including:

    • A sharp decline in the number of LDS missionaries overall.
    • A sharp decline in the number of young men willing to serve missions.
    • A significant increase in the number of LDS missionaries returning home early.
    • Troubling new rhetoric/teachings from Mormon church leadership suggesting (out of seeming desperation) that Mormon missionary service for young men is mandatory/compulsory.

    On Thursday at 4pm (mountain) we will be exploring this issue. If you have any data or stories regarding these (or other) developments regarding Mormon missionary work, please post them as comments below, or email us at: mormonstories@gmail.com and we can include your input in the show (anonymously if requested). Also, please plan to join us live for this show, wherein we hope to accept live video call-ins from viewers.

    • Show notes:

      • Mormon Stories episodes on Missionary Injuries, Mental Health & Sexual Assaults:
        • 787: Parent of Mormon Missionary is Not Allowed to Contact Son in Houston Hurricane
        • 976-979: Experiencing Sexual Assault as a Missionary - Camille & Maddy
        • 1492-1493: Sexually Assaulted by My Companion as a Mormon Missionary - McKay Johnson
        • 1481-1482: My Mormon Mission Left Me Disabled - Lauren Rogers
      • Mormon Stories Early Return Series:
        • 643: Mormon Missionary Faith Crises and Early Return Pt 1 - Josh Tesch & Facebook
        • 644: Mormon Missionary Faith Crises and Early Return Pt 2 - Depression & Suicidality
        • 645: Missionaries Pt 3 - Mike Woodruff - Gay, Abused on Mission, PTSD, Early Return
        • 646: Missionaries Pt 4 - Tre Shortland - Tormented over "Self Abuse," Disillusioned by Uninspired Mission Leadership
        • 647: Missionaries Pt 5 - Rose Sorenson - Becoming an Atheist as a Missionary
        • 648: Missionaries Pt 6 - Jacob - Sent Home Early for Cuddling with Zone Leader
      • Mormon Stories 1548: Is the Mormon Church in Decline?
      • Rameumptom Ruminations: Inside the Curtain of Church Headquarters
      • (LDS.org) Why is there so much pressure on young men to go on a mission?
      • Mexican Youth Mission Activity (Spanish)

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    1634: Losing Faith at BYU - Ally Christiansen Pt 2 Aug 02, 2022

    Ally, a returned-missionary and member of BYU’s elite choir, BYU Singers, describes her struggles with perfectionism, mental health, harmful aspects of BYU culture, and discovering her asexuality in the context of marriage-centric Mormonism.

    Show Notes:

    • AllyChristiansen.com
    • Ally Christiansen Instagram
    • LDS Church Proclamation on the Family
    • Contrapoints YouTube channel
    • Gretchen Day MS Interview
    • RFM Investigation of MTC Sex Scandal
    • “Oh Ye Fair Ones” - Christian Asplund
    • BYU Survival Guide
    • MS Episode - Bradly and Ilana, BYU Survival Guide. How to survive BYU as a non-traditional or non-believing student
    • Utah Valley University
    • Beauty in the Now (Margi's Coaching)
    • Ally Finlinson Christiansen Facebook

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    1633: Struggling with Mormon Perfectionism - Ally Christiansen Pt 1 Aug 02, 2022

    Ally, a returned-missionary and member of BYU’s elite choir, BYU Singers, describes her struggles with perfectionism, mental health, harmful aspects of BYU culture, and discovering her asexuality in the context of marriage-centric Mormonism. Show Notes:

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    1632: The Long Ending of Mark in the Book of Mormon w/ LDS Discussions - 15 Jul 28, 2022

    Description: A look at how a late addition to the New Testament ended up in the Book of Mormon and what that tells us about the Book of Mormon's credibility as an ancient text.

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      • LDS Discussions: Long Ending of Mark
      • MS Episode on KJV and the BOM
      • MS Episode on Deutero Isaiah and the BOM
      • MS Episode on Tight vs. Loose translation of Book of Mormon
      • Radio Free Mormon Podcast: Backdating Prophecy
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    1631: The Church vs the Gospel: The Infamous Poelman Talk with John Larsen Jul 27, 2022

    In 1984 Elder Ron Poelman gave a conference talk that was modified and re-recorded. What was done and why was it done?

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    Ronald Poelman – Censored General Conference Talk – Nov 16, 1984

    The Gospel and the Church – Sunstone Article

    Elder Poelman’s Famous Speech (Sunstone Blog)

    Dr. Brown’s 7 Honest Questions for Atheists – My Reply:

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    MS Episode: BYU Professor Charles Harrell & Evolution of Mormon Doctrine

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    1630: Toxic Mormon Family Systems - Ari and Adam Jul 25, 2022

    Ari talks about growing up in the picture perfect Mormon family, and how it all crumbled when she was excommunicated from that family for speaking out against abuse. In this episode, we discuss how Ari lost her faith in the church when she realized that it, too was rooted in abuse and lies, and set on excommunicating those who spoke out against those things. In her discovery, she concluded that the church creates toxic family systems and even abuse cycles. Ari and Adam are parents to 9 kids, and are now cycle breakers.

    Show Notes:

    • 12 Rules of a dysfunctional narcissistic family: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-narcissist-in-your-life/202003/the-12-rules-dysfunctional-narcissistic-family
    • Narcissistic Personality Disorder - Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20366662
    • http://Cesletter.org
    • Stronger than the dark book - Cory Reese: https://www.amazon.com/Stronger-Than-Dark-Relationship-Depression/dp/1736966405
    • LDS Gospel Topics Essays: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/plural-marriage-in-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints?lang=eng
    • Jeremy Runnells MS Interview: https://mormonstories.org/podcast/jeremy-runnells-and-his-letter-to-a-ces-director/
    • No Man Knows my History - Fawn Brodie: https://www.amazon.com/No-Man-Knows-My-History/dp/0679730540
    • Mormon History Timeline: https://mormonstories.org/truth-claims/chronology-of-mormon-history/
    • Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents: https://www.amazon.com/Adult-Children-Emotionally-Immature-Parents/dp/1626251703
    • Educated - Tara Westover: https://www.amazon.com/Educated-Memoir-Tara-Westover/dp/0399590501
    • Tara Westover MS interviews (there are 2): https://mormonstories.org/podcast/tara-westover/
    • Recovering Agency: https://www.amazon.com/Recovering-Agency-Lifting-Mormon-Control/dp/1489595937
    • The BITE model: https://freedomofmind.com/the-bite-model-and-religious-cult-groups/

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    1629: The Sermon on the Mount in the Book of Mormon w/ LDS Discussions - 14 Jul 21, 2022

    We dive into the Sermon on the Mount and look at why it appears in the Book of Mormon along with what the changes tell us about the author of the Book of Mormon.

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    LDS Discussions article:

    Track Changes: The Sermon on the Mount – Book of Mormon vs. New Testament:

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    Brent Metcalfe MS episode

    MS Episode with Bart Ehrman

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    1628: The German Mormon Artist Who Went Viral - Jonas Jödicke Jul 21, 2022

    Dive into the fascinating story of Jonas Jödicke with John Dehlin and Nemo the Mormon. Born in the church in Germany, Jonas discovered an artistic talent which would lead his work to be adored all over the world. At the same time, Jonas had begun to discover his sexuality and what that would mean for his place in Mormonism. Show Notes:

    Jonas Jödicke (Fantasy Art) (@jojoesart) • Instagram photos and videos

    Nemo the Mormon - YouTube

    Thrive Beyond Religion

    Musikalischer Abend Der Verlorene Sohn am 8. Dezember 2018 in Berlin

    Moroni and the Swastika: Mormons in Nazi Germany: Nelson, David Conley

    https://mormonstories.org/?s=scrupulosity

    1144-1146: A More Effective Approach to Masturbation and Pornography: For Teens and Adults - Mormon Stories

    National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or dial 988 (US)

    http://Cesletter.org

    MormonThink

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    1627: Waking Up from the Mormon Dream - Linda Barney w/ Margi Dehlin Jul 20, 2022

    What happens when a true believing mormon mom discovers that two of her “future missionary” sons are gay/queer/nonbinary? Just when Linda Barney thought she had the perfect life planned for her family, she discovered that letting her kids be exactly who they are and loving them unconditionally was a far happier and healthier path to follow than the one she had always been taught to believe in. Join us for this compelling Thrive Stories episode about Parenting LGBTQIA children.

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    1626: The Tower of Babel and Mormon Scripture w/ LDS Discussions - 13 Jul 15, 2022

    We review the historicity of the Tower of Babel and how the story is written into the Book of Mormon and directly leads to the stones that Joseph Smith claims were buried with the gold plates.

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    http://ldsdiscussions.com/babel

    David Bokovoy MS episodes

    MS Bart Ehrman episode

    Noah’s Flood – w/ Simon Southerton

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    BOM translation episode with LDS Discussions

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    1625: Ellee Duke and Auz Engemann Part 2 - Going Deeper After Mormonism Jul 15, 2022

    Singer songwriter Ellee Duke and her husband Auz Engemann share what life was like growing up in affluent (even idyllic) Mormon communities (Provo and Draper, Utah) and why they decided to eventually distance themselves from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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    1624: Ellee Duke and Auz Engemann Part 1 - Our Mormon Story Jul 15, 2022

    Singer songwriter Ellee Duke and her husband Auz Engemann share what life was like growing up in affluent (even idyllic) Mormon communities (Provo and Draper, Utah) and why they decided to eventually distance themselves from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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    We also premiere Ellee’s newest single about her Mormon faith crisis entitled “Deeper” - available on Spotify.

    Singer songwriter Ellee Duke and her husband Auz Engemann share what life was like growing up in affluent (even idyllic) Mormon communities (Provo and Draper, Utah) and why they decided to eventually distance themselves from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Ellee explains how she got her start in music, why she turned down American idol, and what challenges she had to overcome to finally bring her career into alignment with what she truly wanted—without losing herself in the expectations of others. Other topics include Auz’ connections to big names like Larry David and the Osmonds, his struggle with Adderall addiction, the dangers of bishop roulette, and Ellee losing her gay uncle to suicide.

    Pt 2: https://youtu.be/mzepGTUAdXY

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    1623: The Global Flood and Mormon Scripture w/ LDS Discussions - 12 Jul 13, 2022

    How the story of Noah, the arc, and the global flood is necessary for the veracity of Mormon scripture/doctrine, and a closer look at the historicity of the Biblical accounts of Noah and the flood.

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    1622: Samantha Shelley - Self-Healing after a Mormon Faith Crisis w/ Margi Dehlin Jul 13, 2022

    Join Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories. Samantha Shelley (co-host of Zelph on the Shelf) will be stopping by the studio to share her journey from childhood growing up in England in an atheist/agnostic home through her teen years where she converted to Mormonism and into young adulthood when Sam left the church and began to rebuild her life and sense of self. We will talk about the wounds that emerged during those years as well as how Sam coped. If you have ever wondered about what it means to heal ourselves, this is the conversation for you! If you are interested in hearing more about reparenting, conscious coping, healing, or if you just want to hear some wisdom from Samantha--we would love to have you join us!

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    1621: Suffering Abuse in the Shadow of Mormon Prophets - Christine Burton Jul 05, 2022

    Christine Carol Robinson Burton is the niece of the late Mormon prophet Gordon B. Hinckley, and the daughter of Oliver Preston Robinson and Christine Hinckley Robinson. Christine's father, Preston or "Pres" was a prominent professor of advertising a the University of Utah, general manager of the Deseret News Publishing Company and editor of the Deseret News, and a personal mentor to the late Mormon prophet Thomas S. Monson. Preston was mentioned seven different times in the LDS Church-approved biography of Thomas S. Monson.

    In Christine's heartbreaking and inspiring story, she relates several tragic Mormon-related stories, including:

    • Experiencing psychological, physical and sexual abuse at the hands of her parents.
    • Feeling deep confusion trying to reconcile her parents' abuse with her own self-worth, given that her parents/family were publicly lauded on multiple occasions by several Mormon prophets as being exemplary. This included her father being called as mission president in England, and both of her parents receiving their Second Anointing after the abuse.
    • Her attempts to tell both Gordon B. Hinckley and Thomas S. Monson (as sitting prophets/apostles) about the abuse she experienced at the hands of her parents - wherein she was told by both that she needed to "put it behind her."
    • The death by suicide of her gay son.
    • Her loss of Mormon faith.
    • Her commitment to helping others heal and grow after Mormonism.

    We hope you find value in this heartbreaking and inspiring episode.

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    • O. Preston Robinson's (her father's) Obituary
    • In Sacred Loneliness
    • Emily Dickenson Robin In Nest Poem
    • The Trevor Project

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    1620: Adam & Eve and Mormon Truth Claims w/ LDS Discussions - 11 Jun 30, 2022

    A look at the historicity of Adam and Eve and the impact that scholarship has on the scriptures of Mormonism.

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    1619: The Plight of a Young Mormon Bishop in the U.K. - YouTube's "Priesthood Dispatches" Jun 30, 2022

    Called as an LDS/Mormon Bishop in the U.K. at just 23 years old, we will explore the effect such a calling has on someone so young. Join John Dehlin and Nemo the Mormon as they take time to get to know the man behind “Priesthood Dispatches”! PD is a man of many stories, and we can’t wait to explore them with you all!

    If you or anyone you know is affected by abuse, please reach out to the numbers below:

    For help in the UK 08088 010818

    For help in the USA 800.656.HOPE

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    1618: Growing Up in Polygamy - Sam and Melissa Zitting Wyson Part 2 Jun 27, 2022

    Join John and Jenn as they hear the unique Mormon Story of Sam and Melissa Zitting Wyson. Sam grew up in the FLDS church in Short Creek. After leaving the FLDS at age 18 he converted to the mainstream LDS church. He then met and fell in love with his beautiful wife, Melissa.

    Listen in part two as Sam and Melissa begin to question doctrine of the LDS faith and their transition together out of the mainstream LDS church.

    Listen in part two as Sam and Melissa begin to question doctrine of the LDS faith and their transition together out of the mainstream LDS church.

    You can find them on their amazing YouTube channel Growing Up In Polygamy! https://www.youtube.com/c/GrowingUpinPolygamy

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    1617: Growing Up in Polygamy - Sam & Melissa Zitting Wyson Part 1 Jun 27, 2022

    Join John and Jenn as they hear the unique Mormon Story of Sam and Melissa Zitting Wyson. Sam grew up in the FLDS church in Short Creek. After leaving the FLDS at age 18 he converted to the mainstream LDS church. He then met and fell in love with his beautiful wife, Melissa.

    Listen in part two as Sam and Melissa begin to question doctrine of the LDS faith and their transition together out of the mainstream LDS church.

    Listen in part two as Sam and Melissa begin to question doctrine of the LDS faith and their transition together out of the mainstream LDS church.

    You can find them on their amazing YouTube channel Growing Up In Polygamy! https://www.youtube.com/c/GrowingUpinPolygamy

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    1616: Mormons Respond to Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey on Netflix - Warren Jeffs vs. Joseph Smith Jun 24, 2022

    To what extent are Joseph Smith & Warren Jeffs similar vs. different?

    The new Netflix documentary called "Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey" deals with the history of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its current prophet Warren Jeffs.

    In today's episode, John and Jenn are joined by:

    • Sam and Melissa from the super popular "Growing Up in Polygamy" YouTube channel. Sam was raised in the FLDS church under Rulon and Warren Jeffs, and Melissa was raised in the mainstream LDS/Mormon church.
    • Joanna, also raised in the FLDS church.

    The focus for today's episode will be the similarities and differences between Mormon church founder Joseph Smith and FLDS church prophet Warren Jeffs.

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    1615: How the Book of Mormon was Composed w/ LDS Discussions - 10 Jun 23, 2022

    A recap of how scholars can show the Book of Mormon is a 19th century text and a look at how Joseph Smith could have produced it.

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    1614: Mormons and the Increasingly Toxic Great Salt Lake Lake with John Larsen Jun 22, 2022

    The Great Salt Lake is currently facing an environmental disaster that threatens the seat of Mormonism. What is the responsibility of the church and how will they respond? Join us for an episode with John Larsen, Carah, and John about this fascinating discussion.

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    1613: Persecuted by The Mormon Church - A Modern Case of Lying for the Lord - Douglas & Brennen Jun 22, 2022

    Join us for an epic but daunting story of the Mormon Church going out of its way to persecute and discipline a same-sex married and non-endowed member who was trying to live a happy life outside the fear and shame of Mormon orthodoxy. With audio recordings of phone calls, meetings, and the Disciplinary Council itself, we will show the constant misrepresentations, deflections, and gaslighting perpetrated by the Bishop and the Stake President to protect the good name of the church. A modern case of lying for the Lord.

    After moving out of his home-Stake, not attending church for 4 years, and 6 months after posting on Facebook about getting married to the love of his life, Brennen was handed a letter at his door. He was utterly stunned and confused as he read the document signed by his childhood bishop who was summoning him to a Disciplinary Council on the basis of his same-sex marriage.

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    1612: Evangelical to ex-Christian - Rachel Wunderli pt. 2 Jun 20, 2022

    Join us as we continue Rachel’s story through her LDS faith crisis to Evangelical Worship Leader to Ex-Christian.

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    1611: From Mormon to Evangelical Christian - Rachel Wunderli pt 1 Jun 20, 2022

    Join John and Jenn as we hear Part 1 of Rachel’s Mormon Story! From growing up on the east coast, the difficulties of moving to Utah in high school and the pressure of a temple marriage.

    Show Notes:

    • 1116-1119: Liz Layton - Millennial Post-Mormon, Former Utah Jazz Dancer, Coping with the Suicide of Loved Ones
    • Earl Wunderli Book on Book of Mormon
    • Under the Banner of Heaven
    • MS Episode with Pastor Rick at South Mountain
    • Hillsong Documentary
    • Rachel (@rachel_wunder) TikTok | Watch Rachel's Newest TikTok Videos

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    1610: The King James Bible Problem in the Book of Mormon w/ LDS Discussions - 09 Jun 15, 2022

    Join John and Mike as they discuss the mistranslations in the King James Version that end up in the Book of Mormon and the problems it presents.

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    1609: Anachronisms in the Book of Mormon w/ LDS Discussions - 08 Jun 07, 2022

    Join John and Mike from LDS Discussions as they discuss the Anachronisms in the Book of Mormon!

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    1608: Parenting After Mormonism with Rachel - Margi & John Dehlin Jun 07, 2022

    Join Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST).

    Rachel of PostMormon Parenting on Instagram will be joining us in the studio! Rachel was born and raised in a Mormon family on the east coast. She spent her youth preparing to be a “mother in Zion.” She had three children before her faith transition, and her parenting style was modeled after the examples she found in the scriptures and at church. During and after her faith transition, she realized that this style was doing more harm than good, and things needed to change. Hear her story and WHAT has changed in her parenting style on Thrive Stories!

    Show notes:

    • Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis/Parenting
    • PostMormonParenting Youtube
    • PostMormonParenting TikTok
    • PostMormonParenting Instagram
    • PostMormonParenting Facebook
    • Marriage on a Tightrope Podcast
    • Radio Free Mormon
    • Radio Free Mormon McKenna Denson Episode:
    • Secular Buddhism Podcast
    • The Awakened Family
    • Out of Control: Why Disciplining Your Child Won’t Work, and What Will
    • The Conscious Parent
    • The explosive child by Ross Green
    • The self driven child by Ned Johnson
    • Untigering: Peaceful Parenting for the Deconstructing Tiger Parent
    • Parenting forward
    • Raising Children Unfundamentalist
    • Anabelle and Aiden children’s books
    • Jon Ogden Uplift Kids
    • Oprah

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    1607: Growing up with Teal Swan - Diana Hansen Ribera Jun 06, 2022

    Teal Swan is a highly controversial New Age guru with millions of online followers. Teal specifically markets her services to vulnerable, often suicidal individuals, and advances highly controversial and/or damaging beliefs and techniques including:

    • Encouraging graphic suicidal ideation.
    • Nurturing false memories and false accusations of ritual abuse by family members through thoroughly debunked recovered memory techniques.
    • Waterboarding as a trauma treatment.
    • Downplaying the severity of death by suicide by likening it to “hitting the reset button” into a future reincarnated life.

    Teal’s practices are covered more thoroughly in the recently released Hulu series entitled “The Deep End.” Several deaths by suicide have been attributed to Teal’s practices.

    In today’s episode we interview Diana Hansen Ribera, who was one of Teal’s closest childhood and adolescent friends. In her interview, Diana provides thorough detail to challenge Teal’s false claims of being a victim of satanic ritual abuse and sex trafficking as a child, and explains how Teal developed her coercion skills and harmful techniques with Diana — that Teal would eventually employ on a broader scale.

    Warning: This interview contains graphic and disturbing content. Viewer and listener discretion is advised.

    Show Notes:

    • Zelph on the Shelf YT channel
    • Zelph on the Shelf MS episode
    • The Deep End Hulu Series
    • MS Satanic Ritual Abuse episode
    • Jared Dobson MS episode
    • The Gateway podcast episode on Teal
    • BBC Episode on Teal
    • Teal’s interview by Idaho journalist
    • Girl, Interrupted movie
    • You’re Wrong About podcast Human trafficking episode
    • Remembering Satan Book
    • Diana's Email: DianaTellsHerTruth@gmail.com

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    1606: Mormon Cosmology - Science vs. Mormonism - w/ Dr. Simon Southerton Jun 04, 2022

    Join Simon, John, and Gerardo as they discuss Mormon Cosmology as it relates to the origin and development of the universe based on LDS teachings and scriptures.

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    1605: Responding to Mormon Apostle David Bednar's National Press Club Conference - Pt 2 Jun 02, 2022

    Join us for the last part of our response to Elder David Bednar's most interesting section of his National Press Club Conference in which he is questioned about the declining LDS membership in the US, same-sex marriage, and the $100 billion Church fund.

    John, Jenn, RFM, and Gerardo will be discussing Elder Bednar's remarks and what he left out!

    Show Notes:

    • Widows Might Project
    • Mormon Expression History on Tithing

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    1604: Joseph Smith's Surrounding Influences in the Book of Mormon w/ LDS Discussions - 07 May 31, 2022

    Join John and Mike from LDS Discussions as they breakdown the surrounding influences of the Book of Mormon by Joseph Smith.

    LDS Discussions Essay on Surrounding Influences

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    1603: The Tower of Babel w/ John Larsen May 31, 2022

    Join John Dehlin, John Larsen and Carah Burrell tonight at 7:00PM MT as they discuss the Tower of Babel as only John Larsen can!

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    1602: Responding to Mormon Apostle David Bednar’s National Press Club Presentation May 31, 2022

    Please join us today at 2pm mountain as we respond to Mormon Apostle David Bednar’s recent National Press Club conference in Washington DC. We will be welcoming call-ins from our audience.

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    1601: Becoming a Post-Christian Improv Comic - Holly Laurent Pt. 2 May 26, 2022

    Follow Holly's journey as John, Jenn and Holly discuss her faith crisis and building her comedy career beyond religion.

    Show Notes:

    • MEGA
    • Holly Laurent Website
    • Duncan Trussell Family Hour
    • Holly’s parent’s band Good News Circle
    • Tyler Glenn MS Episode
    • Why I left. Why I stayed. Book
    • Bart Ertman
    • Jesus and John Wayne Book
    • Exvangelical podcast
    • Second City in Chicago
    • Humanize me
    • Cara Santa Maria Mormon Stories Podcast
    • Holly Laurent Website

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    1600: Growing up as Evangelical Christian - Holly Laurent Pt. 1 May 25, 2022

    Join John, Jenn and Holly Laurent from MEGA Podcast as we hear her high demand upbringing from an Evangelical religious space.

    Show Notes:

    • MEGA
    • Holly Laurent Website
    • Duncan Trussell Family Hour
    • Holly’s parent’s band Good News Circle
    • Tyler Glenn MS Episode
    • Why I left. Why I stayed. Book
    • Bart Ertman
    • Jesus and John Wayne Book
    • Exvangelical podcast
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    • Humanize me
    • Cara Santa Maria Mormon Stories Podcast
    • Holly Laurent Website

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    1599: Tight vs Loose Translation of the Book of Mormon w/ LDS Discussions - 06 May 24, 2022

    John, LDS Discussions and Nemo go over the tight and loose translations of the Book of Mormon.

    Special Guest: Nemo the Mormon

    LDS Discussions Essay on Tight vs. Loose Translation

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    1598: Overcoming Religious Shame and Scrupulosity - Marc Oslund May 24, 2022

    Join Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories tomorrow, Tuesday May 24th, at noon (MST). Marc Oslund will be joining us in the studio! Marc spent most of his young adult life and the entirety of his time in the Mormon church trying to fit in. After converting to Mormonism, Marc’s tendency to be hard on himself grew into scrupulosity--a form of religious OCD that made his self-worth plummet. Marc began to believe that he was never good enough--a belief that took a steep toll on his mental health. After years of suffering, Marc acquired skills that aligned with principles of innate worth, shame resilience, mindfulness, self-compassion that allowed him to overcome his scrupulosity. This episode conveys Marc’s experience ending the hustle to find worth and the lessons learned in the process of coming home to himself.

    Disclaimer: although Marc is a mental health professional and therapeutic principles are conveyed in this episode, this not meant to be considered mental health treatment or professional advice.

    Thrive Stories is a new podcast series where Margi (alongside John or Jenn) will be interviewing a member of the community twice per month. The interviews will be shorter (1-2 hours), story-based, but will be focused on a particular aspect of healing and growth AFTER a Mormon faith crisis (thus the THRIVE name). They will happen on Tuesdays at noon (MST). Some examples of areas of thriving include: Family Relationships, Healthy Boundaries, Finding Community, Finding Meaning/Purpose, Dealing with Grief/Death, Religion after Mormonism, Health Sexuality, Parenting, Improving Physical Health, Identity, Health Marriage/Relationships, Secular Spirituality, Word of Wisdom 2.0, and Women Finding Their Own Voice after Mormonism. If you would like to nominate someone you know who would be a great candidate for a THRIVE interview, please nominate them (or yourself) HERE.

    Show Notes:

    • Marc’s MS series
    • Scrupulosity MS Episodes:
      • Understanding Mormon Scrupulosity
      • John Dehlin Scrupulosity
      • ment-therapy-with-john-dehlin/
      • Hannah Comeau
    • Lance Allred MS episodes
    • Redefining masculinity with Lance Allred
    • Tattoos on the Heart
    • Greg Boyle Book Series
    • Brene Brown Book Series
    • Secular Buddhism

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    1597: Becoming Maven - Pt. 2 May 19, 2022

    Join John, Jenn and Maven as we explore the Making of Maven. She takes us through her faith crisis and reconstruction with touching stories, beautiful insight and hope.

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    • Mormonism live
    • D&C Reference about Spirits: D&C 129:4-8
    • Emma Pt. 2 - Philippines MIssion Episode
    • Mormon Stories Podcast of Jennifer and Steph
    • MS David Bokovoy Episodes
    • Tabitha’s Way Food Pantry
    • Jordan and McKay MS Podcast
    • Jordan and McKay Youtube video on YSA stuff
    • Josh and Lolly Weed MS Episode
    • Clara Dehlin - Asexuality YouTube channel
    • A Little Book of Ace
    • Asexual.org
    • Jimmy Snow Youtube Channel
    • Streeter fake apology news coverage
    • Mormonism Live YouTube channel
    • MS Episode on 132 with Sandra Tanner
    • Lila Tueller Mormon Story
    • Donna Showalter Mormon Story
    • Dr. Michael Coe Mormon Story
    • Thomas Murphy Mormon Story
    • Robert Ritner Mormon Story
    • Jennifer Blackwell Mormon Story
    • David Bokovoy Mormon Story
    • Natasha Helfer-Parker Mormon Story

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    1596: Maven's Mormon Story - Pt. 1 May 18, 2022

    Tune in today at 1pm MST to join John, Jenn and Maven, from Mormonism Live, for part one of Maven's Mormon Story. Her story begins in rural Utah, next door to Fundamental Mormons, and later serving an LDS mission.

    In part 2, join John, Jenn and Maven as we explore the Making of Maven. She takes us through her faith crisis and reconstruction with touching stories, beautiful insight and hope.

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    • Mormonism live
    • D&C Reference about Spirits: D&C 129:4-8
    • Emma Pt. 2 - Philippines MIssion Episode
    • Mormon Stories Podcast of Jennifer and Steph
    • MS David Bokovoy Episodes
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    • Jordan and McKay MS Podcast
    • Jordan and McKay Youtube video on YSA stuff
    • Josh and Lolly Weed MS Episode
    • Clara Dehlin - Asexuality YouTube channel
    • A Little Book of Ace
    • Asexual.org
    • Jimmy Snow Youtube Channel
    • Streeter fake apology news coverage
    • Mormonism Live YouTube channel
    • MS Episode on 132 with Sandra Tanner
    • Lila Tueller Mormon Story
    • Donna Showalter Mormon Story
    • Dr. Michael Coe Mormon Story
    • Thomas Murphy Mormon Story
    • Robert Ritner Mormon Story
    • Jennifer Blackwell Mormon Story
    • David Bokovoy Mormon Story
    • Natasha Helfer-Parker Mormon Story

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    1595: Mormon Church Defends Minnesota Leader of Sexual Assault May 18, 2022

    What would you think if your Church Leaders were on the defendant's witness list of your child's sex abuser? In this episode, we will discuss a disturbing Mormon sex abuse case in which the Branch and Stake presidents submitted affidavits that would have aided the dismissal of new charges brought against Elders Quorum President and registered sex offender Michael Adam Davis.

    Join us this Tuesday evening as LDS Member Michael Benjamin walks us through the details of this alarming case in which The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, once again, chooses to protect the institution over sexually abused children.

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    1594: DNA and the Book of Mormon w/ LDS Discussions - 05 May 17, 2022

    While God (in the D&C), Joseph Smith, and most Mormon Prophets certainly knew who the Lamanites were, DNA Science has put the modern Church in a precarious position. Today, The Church of Jesus-Christ of Latter-day Saints claims not to know anything about who and where the descendants of the Book of Mormon people are even though the record was explicitly preserved for them.

    Join John, Mike, and Gerardo as they discuss how the LDS Church has responded to DNA Studies that show that Native Americans are the descendants of eastern Asian populations instead of Israelites.

    LDS Discussions Essay on DNA and the Book of Mormon

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    1593: Mormon Faith Crisis Journey TEDx w/ Anthony Miller May 17, 2022

    Join John and Anthony Miller as he shares about his Mormon Faith Crisis TEDx talk with us LIVE this coming Monday, May 16th, at 2:30 PM MST.

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    • Anthony Miller MS Episode:
    • Sunstone
    • Thrive Beyond Religion
    • Billings Mormon Spectrum group:
    • Mormon Discussions
    • Kyle Ashworth MS Podcast
    • Recovering Agency (Book) by Luna Lindsey Corben:
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    1592: Leaving the LDS Church as a Youth in The Netherlands w/ Nemo May 12, 2022

    Join our new European Producer Nemo the Mormon as he interviews Christina, who left the Mormon Church as a Youth in The Netherlands.

    Christina will share with us how an encounter with Dieter F. Uchtdorf planted the seed of her faith transition, what the state of the LDS church in The Netherlands is, and share the LDS experience from a Dutch perspective!

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    • Christina YouTube
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    1590: Lost 116 Pages w/ LDS Discussions - 04 May 10, 2022

    Join us for another fascinating conversation with LDS discussions on the lost 116 pages of the Book of Mormon.

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    1589: What to Offer Your Children After a Faith Shift - w/ Jon Ogden May 10, 2022

    Join Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). One of the most pressing questions parents ask after a faith shift is, “What do I do about my kids?” Without orthodoxy, the way forward feels disorienting. In this interview, Jon Ogden, co-founder of UpliftKids.org, suggests that a strong foundation already exists in the form of science and wisdom. With this foundation, we don’t have to feel like we’re starting with nothing.

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    • Uplift for Kids
    • When Mormons Doubt Book by John Ogden
    • Eyre parenting books:
    • Covey parenting
    • Secular Buddhism - Noah Rasheta:
    • Lower Lights - Thomas McConkie:
    • Oasis - SLC, Utah County:
    • LIttle book of Spirituality:
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    • Listen so your kids will talk - Book
    • The Awakened Family - Shefali Tsabary Book

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    1588: Noah's Flood w/ Dr. Simon Southerton May 06, 2022

    Join us for an epic episode on the Mormon teaching of Noah and the worldwide flood with Dr. Simon Southerton and renowned geologist Dr. David Montgomery, professor of geology at the University of Washington in Seattle. We will discuss the probability of Noah’s flood being a factual event in history and how the Mormon Church has dealt with this issue. Dr. Southerton will share an interesting Australian perspective regarding the flood.

    Show Notes:

    • “Dingo genome suggests Australian icon not descended from domestic dogs,” by Alice Klein, New Scientist, April 22, 2022
    • From the slide presentation: “The flood and the Tower of Babel,” by Donald W Parry, Ensign, January 1998
    • “DNA and the Book of Mormon” on Mormon Stories
    • The Rocks Don’t Lie by David Montgomery
    • "Noah's flood and the development of geology," David Montgomery's TedTalk
    • William Buckland
    • Ice Dam on the Clark Fork River breached 14,000 years ago, National Park Service
    • Bonneville Outflow via Red Rock Pass, Idaho, 14,000 years ago, Earth Science Picture of the Day
    • Missoula floods 1920s
    • “The Dream Mine,” on Mormon Expression podcast
    • “Noah’s Flood: Modern scholarship and the Mormon Tradition,” by Duane E Jeffery, Sunstone, January 1, 2004
    • “5 answers to difficult questions about Noah and the flood,” by Stephen O. Smoot, LDS Living, January 1, 2022
    • “Race and the Priesthood,” Gospel Topics Essay
    • “Founder of the Book of Mormon Heartland Model,” in Part 2 Rod Meldrum discusses race on Mormon Stories

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    1587: Critical Thinking After Mormonism with Randy Bell and RFM May 05, 2022

    Join John, Jenn, Randy Bell and RFM as we go through Randy’s 15 steps of critical thinking for Mormons. What steps did you skip as an active believing Mormon?

    Show Notes:

    • Post Traumatic Thriving
    • Mormonism Live
    • Heaven’s Gate
    • Mormon Stories Podcast with Randy Bell
    • Mormon Stories Podcast with RFM
    • Mormon Stories "From TBM to RFM Part 1"
    • Mormon Stories "From TBM to RFM Part 2"
    • Miniature Guide to Critical Thinking by Richard Paul and Linda Elder
    • Tom Phillips Case
    • Hugh Nibley
    • Recovering Agency
    • Mormon Stories Luna Lindsey
    • Combating Cult Mind Control by Steven Hassan
    • Steven Hassan on Mormon Stories

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    1586: The Mormon Plan of Salvation - Extended Edition with John Larsen May 04, 2022

    Join John Larsen, Carah Burrell, and John Dehlin for an extensive exploration of the implications of the LDS Church’s Plan of Salvation.

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    1585: Book of Mormon Translation w/ LDS Discussions - 03 May 03, 2022

    Description: Join John, Jenn and Mike from LDS Discussions as we break down the “translation” of the Book of Mormon. Did Joseph use the “spectacles” and breastplate found with the Gold Plates? Or his seer stone and a hat? Or the “Urim & Thummim”? Or nothing at all?

    Does it even matter?

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    1584: Coming Out at BYU Graduation - Jillian Orr Apr 30, 2022

    Jillian Orr became a national news story last week when she flashed rainbow colors sewn into her graduation gown during her graduation from Brigham Young University - coming out as bisexual. This is her story.

    Show notes:

    • Matt Easton MS Interview
    • Jeff Holland Musket talk MS episode
    • Number of women in BOM
    • Latter-gay stories "On the Record" document
    • CES Letter
    • Jillian’s Instagram Account
    • Glennon Doyle - Untamed

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    1583: Golden Plates and the Book of Mormon w/ LDS Discussions - 02 Apr 28, 2022

    Today John is joined by LDS Discussions and Nemo to review the history of the "Golden Plates" as they relate to the creation of the Book of Mormon.

    Who did the first accounts come from of the existence of these plates? Were they real? What became of attempts to see, show, or steal them? What implications do these stories have on Mormon origins and beliefs regarding encounters with celestial beings, including the God supposedly at the center of their coming forth?

    Special Guest: Nemo the Mormon on YouTube

    LDS Discussions Essay on the Golden Plates

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    1582: Redefining Gender Roles after Mormonism - Dre Robinson's THRIVE Story Apr 26, 2022

    Join Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). Come listen and participate in the conversation as we talk to Dre Robinson, cofounder of BeautyLab. Dre will talk a bit about her life growing up as a smart, assertive, and driven woman existing in a structure and culture that had a very limiting beliefs about women and their roles in the home, life, and the world. As things began to fall apart, Dre came into her own and began embracing and redefining herself in ways that have allowed her to show up in her relationships and in life in an integrated and honoring way. .Join us in a conversation about gender roles and the limiting structure of the gender binary! Thrive Stories is a new podcast series where Margi (alongside John or Jenn) will be interviewing a member of the community twice per month. The interviews will be shorter (1-2 hours), story-based, but will be focused on a particular aspect of healing and growth AFTER a Mormon faith crisis (thus the THRIVE name). They will happen on Tuesdays at noon (MST). Some examples of areas of thriving include: Family Relationships, Healthy Boundaries, Finding Community, Finding Meaning/Purpose, Dealing with Grief/Death, Religion after Mormonism, Health Sexuality, Parenting, Improving Physical Health, Identity, Health Marriage/Relationships, Secular Spirituality, Word of Wisdom 2.0, and Women Finding Their Own Voice after Mormonism.

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    • Mormon Stories Podcast Real Housewives
    • Don’t leave foundation
    • Beauty Lab Laser
    • Untamed By Glennon Doyle

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    1581: From TBM to RFM Pt. 2 - How Radio Free Mormon Lost his Faith Apr 26, 2022

    Join John and Jenn for part two of our interview with popular Mormon podcaster Radio Free Mormon, wherein he shares with us the story of how he lost his Mormon faith.

    Listen to Part 1 of this interview by clickig the links below:

    • On Apple Podcasts
    • On Spotify

    Show Notes:

    • Radio Free Mormon podcast
    • Mormonism Live with RFM and Bill Reel
    • "A Treasured Testament," by Russell M. Nelson, Ensign, July 1993; one of few early examples of the Church admitting Joseph used a rock in a hat to produce the Book of Mormon
    • New Testament Scholar Bart Ehrman on Mormon Stories
    • Discuss Mormonism forum (RFM uses the handle "consiglieri")
    • RFM's first interview on Mormon Stories
    • Cleanthes' "Hymn to Zeus"
    • Secular Buddhism podcast
    • "Race and the Priesthood," Gospel Topics Essay
    • "How About an Apology for the Priesthood Ban?" on Radio Free Mormon
    • Bishop Bill Reel on Mormon Stories
    • "Bill Reel Discusses His Falling Out with FAIR and Faithful Dissent of LDS Policy" on Mormon Stories
    • "Bill Reel's Evolution" on Mormon Stories
    • "Bill Reel's Pre-Excommunication Interview" on Mormon Stories
    • "The Excommunication of Mormon Bishop and Podcaster Bill Reel" on Mormon Stories
    • "John Larsen interviews RFM" on Radio Free Mormon
    • "The Adam-God Historical Subterfuge," on Mormon Discussion podcast
    • Robert Ritner's interview on Mormon Stories
    • RFM vs. Midnight Mormons Debate
    • The Church is Not True podcast, with Mike Norton
    • "Rodney Meldrum Founder of the Heartland Model" on Mormon Stories
    • Rodney Meldrum and the Heartland Model, Pt 3" on Mormon Stories
    • Upcoming Events at Mormon Stories

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    A Special Evening with Radio Free Mormon - 4/26/2022 in American Fork, UT Apr 20, 2022

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    We are super excited to let you know that we have organized a special event for you next week in Salt Lake City.

    Beloved Mormon podcaster Radio Free Mormon (RFM) (Radio Free Mormon podcast and Mormonism Live Podcast) will be in town, and so we have scheduled an intimate evening with him...and YOU (our beloved donors)!

    The event will be held on April 26th at 7pm in American Fork, Utah. There will be some treats, RFM will be preparing some remarks, and then we will invite you to ask RFM any question you want.

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    1580: Finding the Fire Within - Holly Ashton Wallin's THRIVE Story Apr 19, 2022

    Join Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). Come listen and participate in the conversation as we talk to Holly Ashton Wallin. Holly will talk about the role of passion in her life, beginning as a young girl where she was a dreamer, a lover and a fighter. She will take us through how she lost herself along the way--and with that, her passion. Holly eventually came to experience the loss of her marriage, her faith, her career path, and her health. Witness how Holly rebuilt her identity and her life after loss by connecting back to that fire within. What does it mean to live “a life on fire?” Join us to find out!

    Thrive Stories is a new podcast series where Margi (alongside John or Jenn) will be interviewing a member of the community twice per month. The interviews will be shorter (1-2 hours), story-based, but will be focused on a particular aspect of healing and growth AFTER a Mormon faith crisis (thus the THRIVE name). They will happen on Tuesdays at noon (MST). Some examples of areas of thriving include: Family Relationships, Healthy Boundaries, Finding Community, Finding Meaning/Purpose, Dealing with Grief/Death, Religion after Mormonism, Health Sexuality, Parenting, Improving Physical Health, Identity, Health Marriage/Relationships, Secular Spirituality, Word of Wisdom 2.0, and Women Finding Their Own Voice after Mormonism.

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    • John Gottman - Marriage book- The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work
    • Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples: Third Edition
    • Esther Perel - The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity
    • Brene Brown - Braving the Wilderness
    • A New Earth - Eckhart Tolle
    • Falling upward by Richard Rohr
    • Mormon Stories Thrive interview with Dave

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    1579: Natasha Helfer's Sex-Communication - One Year Later Apr 19, 2022

    John John, Jenn, and special guest Aimee Heffernan as we check in with Natasha Helfer on the one year anniversary of her excommunication from the Mormon church, largely in response to her work as a licensed sex therapist to Mormons and ex-Mormons.

    Show Notes:

    • Natasha Helfer's Pre-Excommunication reflections on Mormon Stories
    • Live Vigil at Natasha's Excommunication
    • Natasha's Post-Excommunication Debrief on Mormon Stories
    • Ward-less: A Post-Mormon Field Guide podcast with Aimee Heffernan
    • "My Official Stance on Masturbation," by Natasha Helfer, August 6, 2012
    • "I Am Not Broken," Natasha Parker, Thrive 2019
    • "To Young Men Only," Boyd K. Packer's 1976 General Conference talk, in which he uses an extended metaphor comparing male genitals to a "Little Factory" to discourage masturbation
    • Natasha's first interview on Mormon Stories, in which she was still afraid to talk openly about masturbation
    • Feminist Mormon Housewives
    • Natasha interviews Jennifer Finlayson-Fife on Mormon Mental Health podcast
    • American Association of Pediatrics' position that masturbation is normative childhood behavior
    • The 1982 letter from the First Presidency, calling oral sex "an unnatural, impure, or unholy practice;" this position was later officially reversed, but is still widely believed among members
    • "The Lord's Standard of Morality," by Tad R. Callister, Ensign, March 2014
    • "Morality? We can do much better than this..." Natasha's response to Callister condemning masturbation as "self-abuse"
    • Mormon Mental Health podcast
    • "We can all be more civil on LGBT issues, Mormon leader says," by Peggy Fletcher-Stack, Salt Lake Tribune, January 30, 2015
    • "Elder Oaks…stop it!" Natasha's response to Dallin H. Oaks on LGBT issues
    • "Come Follow Me," Russell M. Nelson, General Conference, April 2019, also known as the "Sad Heaven" talk
    • "LDS Church has great power, which it has wielded irresponsibly," A letter to the prophet from a mental health practitioner, Salt Lake Tribune, April 21, 2019
    • "Your Divine and Eternal Destiny," Dale G. Renlund addressing the Women's Session of General Conference, April 2022
    • Sonia Johnson and Kate Kelly on Mormon Land podcast
    • Jennifer Finlayson-Fife discusses Natasha's excommunication on Mormon Land
    • Women and Authority: Re-emerging Mormon Feminism by Maxine Hanks
    • "Teaching Adolescents from Twelve to Eighteen Years," A Parent's Guide, Ch 5
    • Year of Polygamy with Lindsay Hansen Park
    • Natasha's new project and website
    • Symmetry Solutions
    • Mormon Mental Health Association

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    1578: Sandra Tanner’s Journey with the Book of Mormon - An Interview with Chris Thomas Apr 18, 2022

    In this interview, Sandra Tanner talks about her journey with the book of Mormon from an LDS member who believed the Book of Mormon to be scripture, to a born-again Christian who continued to use the Book of Mormon as scripture, to her doubts about the Book of Mormon, to her ultimate rejection of the book as Scripture, and finally to her later work as a critic of the book.

    Show Notes:

    • Jerald and Sandra Tanner: Their Story by Ronald V. Huggins, coming from Signature Books in 2022
    • "Jerald and Sandra Tanner: The Early Years," on Mormon Stories
    • "Reflections on Mark Hofmann and Murder Among the Mormons," with Sandra Tanner on Mormon Stories
    • "Mormon Polygamy Apologetics," with Sandra Tanner on Mormon Stories
      • Part 1
      • Part 2
      • Part 3
    • "Pauline Hancock and Her 'Basement Church,'" by Jason R. Smith,The John Whitmer Historical Association Journal, April 2022
    • Transcript of the 1826 "Glass-Looker" Trial, State of New York v. Joseph Smith, Jr.
    • The Tanners’ "Dear Friend" Letter, explaining why they were resigning from the LDS Church, reproduced in full in "Comments on the Book of Mormon Witnesses: A Response to Jerald and Sandra Tanner," by Matthew Roper, Journal of Book of Mormon Studies, July 1993
    • A New Witness for Christ in America: Evidence of Divine Power in the "Coming Forth" of the Book of Mormon by Francis W. Kirkham
    • The Golden Bible: Or, The Book of Mormon, Is It From God? by Rev. M.T. Lamb
    • Mormonism: Shadow or Reality? by Jerald and Sandra Tanner
    • Joseph Smith's Plagiarism of the Bible by Jerald Tanner
    • Studies of the Book of Mormon by B.H. Roberts, a compilation of manuscripts that suggest some General Authorities knew as early as 1922 that the Church's truth claims had significant factual problems
    • View of the Hebrews, or the Tribes of Israel in America by Ethan Smith
    • Archives of Salt Lake City Messenger, published by the Tanners since 1974
    • Mormonism Unveiled: The Life and Confession of John D. Lee
    • Understanding the Book of Mormon: A Reader's Guide by Grant Hardy

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    1577: The TRUTH About Joseph Smith's Polygamy w/ Sandra Tanner - pt 3 Apr 15, 2022

    Legendary researcher Sandra Tanner joins us for our third episode on Joseph Smith's polygamy and how the LDS church deals with this controversial subject. In this final episode, we will discuss the final part of Doctrine and Covenants 132, which tends to go unnoticed by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

    Follow along with textual references to Doctrine and Covenants 132

    Show Notes:

    • "Doctrine and Covenants 129-132 with Dr. Kate Holbrook," on followHIM podcast
    • An Insider's View of Mormon Origins by Grant Palmer
    • "Preguntas y Respuestas con Elder Bednar para JAS" (English audio), in which Bednar says Mormons do not have free agency because when they got baptized they agreed to follow their church leaders and God
    • Full text of "The Happiness Letter," Joseph Smith's Alleged 1842 Letter to Nancy Rigdon
    • "Your Divine and Eternal Destiny," Dale G. Renlund addressing the Women's Session of General Conference, April 2022
    • The Ghost of Eternal Polygamy: Haunting the Hearts and Heaven of Mormon Women and Men by Carol Lynn Pearson
    • Carol Lynn Pearson on Mormon Stories
    • Carol Lynn on Mormon Stories discusses her book, The Ghost of Eternal Polygamy
    • The Black Menaces on TikTok
    • The Black Menaces on Instagram
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    1576: Cara Santa Maria’s Mormon Story Apr 14, 2022

    Cara Santa Maria is a Los Angeles Area Emmy and Knight Foundation Award winning journalist, science communicator, television personality, author, and podcaster. Cara is the science correspondent on National Geographic's popular television series Brain Games as well as the creator and host of the weekly science podcast Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria. In addition to co-hosting the long-standing Skeptics' Guide to the Universe podcast, she also coauthored the Skeptics Guide to the Universe book.

    Cara was also raised Mormon. This is her story.

    *Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation. If you need help, reach out:

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    • National Geographic's Brain Games
    • Talk Nerdy podcast with Cara Santa Maria
    • Talk Nerdy
    • The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe podcast
    • The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe: How to Know What's Really Real in a World Increasingly Full of Fake by Steven Novella, et. al.
    • Bill Maher "unbaptizes" Mitt Romney's dead father-in-law
    • Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl
    • "Existentialism is a Humanism," lecture by Jean-Paul Satre in 1946
    • Cara's Instragram
    • Cara's Facebook
    • Cara's Twitter
    • Godawful Movies

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    1575: Joseph Smith and Treasure Digging w/ LDS Discussions - 01 Apr 13, 2022

    Over the last decade the Mormon Church has officially admitted that Joseph Smith and his family believed in and practiced treasure-seeking using folk magic and occult methods. However, many people overlook how these illegal and disreputable practices are closely related to the stories that Joseph would tell later, including the creation of the Book of Mormon. In this episode, Mike from LDS Discussions talks to us about Joseph Smith’s treasure digging and how it relates to the Book of Mormon story and the Church as a whole. LDS Discussions Essay: Treasure Digging Episode Show Notes

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    1574: How Mormonism Saved an Evangelical’s Life - Steven Pynakker Pt. 5 Apr 08, 2022

    Join us for part 5 of our interview with Steven Pynakker, host of Mormon Book Reviews.

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    • Steven Pynakker
    • Podcast: Mormon Book Reviews
    • Ryan White - AIDS
    • Aids Quilt at Washington Monument
    • Exodus International - The Downfall of the Ex-Gay Movement
    • New Evidence That Demands Verdict
    • MS Podcast episode with David Bokovoy
    • MS Podcast episode with Bart Ehrman
    • A letter to a Christian nation book
    • Shawn McCraney Podcast
    • MS Podcast episode with Shawn McCraney
    • MS Podcast episode with Chris Thomas

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    1573: An Evangelical Consults the Mormon Church: Steven Pynakker Pt. 4 Apr 07, 2022

    Join us for part 4 of our interview with Steven Pynakker, host of Mormon Book Reviews.

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    • Steven Pynakker
    • Podcast: Mormon Book Reviews
    • David Hall
    • Chris Thomas

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    1572: What an Evangelical Loves about Mormonism - Steven Pynakker Pt. 3 Apr 06, 2022

    Join us for part 3 of our interview with Steven Pynakker, host of Mormon Book Reviews.

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    • Steven Pynakker
    • Podcast: Mormon Book Reviews
    • John Hamer
    • BH Roberts
    • Dan McClellan TikTok
    • A Pentecostal reads the Book of Mormon
    • MS Paul H. Dunn Episode (Lynn Packer)
    • Steven’s episode on reviewing BH Roberts on Mormon Book Reviews
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    • MS Brent Metcalfe Episode
    • MS Fawn Brodie episode with Newell Bringhurst

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    1571: How the Book of Mormon Was Created - Evangelical Steven Pynakker Pt. 2 Apr 05, 2022

    Have you ever wanted a credible explanation for how the Book of Mormon was created?

    Steven Pynakker knows more about Mormonism and Mormon history than 99.9% of all Mormons…. combined. Join us today as Steven shares his views on how the Book of Mormon was created.

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    • Steven Pynakker
    • Podcast: Mormon Book Reviews
    • Kathlene Melanocus - Secret Combinations: Evidence of Early Mormon Counterfeiting
    • Alexander Campbell review of the Book of Mormon
    • Thomas Payne
    • Grant Palmer
    • Johnathan Edwards “Natural Man is an enemy to God”
    • Adam Clarke: Biblical translation
    • William Morgan - Wrote exposé of Masons
    • Thomas Murphy - Interview
    • Dan Vogel
    • CES Letter
    • The Late War 1812
    • Ethan Smith - View of the Hebrews
    • The Glass Looker - Mark Elwood
    • Benny Hinn
    • Sally Chase
    • Luman Walters
    • John Hamer
    • William Davis’ Theory
    • Visions in the Seer Stone - William L. Davis
    • Mormon Think timeline
    • Letter for my wife
    • Mike Brown Essays & Timeline

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    1570: An Evangelical Christian Encounters Mormonism - Steven Pynakker Pt. 1 Apr 04, 2022

    Steven Pynakker, host of the Mormon Book Reviews YouTube channel, shares with us his story of how he gained an avid interest in Mormonism growing up as an Evangelical Christian.

    Show notes:

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    • Podcast: Mormon Book Reviews
    • Gospel Tangents Podcast
    • A Pentecostal reads the Book of Mormon
    • MS Chris Thomas Episode
    • Full Gospel Business Men Association
    • The late great planet earth: (1988)
    • Godmakers Cartoon
    • Ed Decker MS Interview
    • No Man Knows My History
    • Martha Beck - Leaving the Saints
    • Encyclopedia of Mormonism
    • Gospel Tangents
    • Don Bradley: Lost 116 pages
    • Palmer: The incomparable Christ
    • Richard Bushman

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    1569: From Mormon Prepper to Ex-Mormon - Emma Pt. 3 Mar 30, 2022

    Since the founding of Mormonism in 1830 there has been a core belief in the imminent 2nd coming of Jesus Christ (thus the "Latter-day Saints" portion of the Mormon church's official name). Within modern Mormonism over the past few decades there has been an increasing trend towards "end times" preparedness - wherein ultra-orthodox Mormons begin preparing for the 2nd coming of Jesus by selling their 401k's and retirement plans, moving to rural areas, attending "Prepper" conferences like "Preparing a People," building fortresses, stockpiling food/weapons/ammunition/tents/trailers, denying traditional health care to children, etc., and preparing (i.e., "prepping") for the arrival of Jesus. This movement has been at best benign (for a few), but for many has led to extreme behaviors, divided families, financial ruin, a host of emerging "prophets" (e.g., charlatans) who prey on this mentality (e.g., Julie Rowe), and in some cases murder (e.g., Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow story).

    Emma was raised in a Mormon Prepper household. In Part 3 of our 3-part series with Emma, she discusses "coming out" as lesbian while as BYU student, and how her emerging LGBTQ identity, along with family rejection and problems with her family's "Prepper" beliefs, led her to lose faith in the Mormon church, and to become alienated from her orthodox Mormon family.

    Show Notes:

    • "LGBTQ students at BYU light up the 'Y' in rainbow colors," by Courtney Tanner, Salt Lake Tribune, March 5, 2021
    • "A Bishop's Family Questions Mormonism," Kelly and Kayla Mikesell on Mormon Stories
    • Cultish podcast
    • "Coming Out as a Non-Believer to Family Members," Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis
    • Encircle: Utah Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth
    • "Elder Jeffrey R. Holland Urges BYU to Embraces Its Uniqueness, Stay True to the Savior," the August 2021 speech at BYU, in which Holland urges "musket fire" in defense of the school's current standards under pressure for equal rights for LGBTQ+ students and staff
    • The Out Foundation
    • "Valiant in the Testimony of Jesus," Quentin L. Cook, General Conference October 2016, in which he warns against the "stumbling block" of "expensive preparation for end-of-days scenarios"
    • Upcoming Events with the Open Stories Foundation

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    1568: A Mormon Missionary in the Philippines - Emma Pt. 2 Mar 29, 2022

    In Part 2 of our 3-part interview with Emma about being raised as a Mormon "prepper," Emma discusses what it was like to serve an LDS mission in the Philippines, which included a corrupt wherein missionaries were encouraged to baptize impoverished Filipinos at any cost and by any means necessary, largely out of a desire to inflate mission statistics. See Parts 1 and 3 of this series with Emma to learn about the Mormon "Prepper" movement.

    Show Notes:

    • "I-Thou vs I-It Conversions: The Mormon 'Baseball Baptism' Era," by D. Michael Quinn, Sunstone Magazine, December 1993
    • "Dr. Ted Lyon on LDS Church Change, Latin American Missions, LDS Membership Statistics, and Thoughtful Faith" on Mormon Stories
    • "Kiddie Baptisms? My Mission Experience in Guatemala," John Dehlin on Mormon Stories
    • "Stories from a CES Director, Mission President, and Trustee for Deseret Trust Company," Roger Hendrix on Mormon Stories
    • "How a Mormon Mission President Lost His Testimony," Roger Hendrix on Mormon Stories
    • "Tithing and the LDS/Mormon Church," Understanding Mormonism
    • Church Membership Information for the Philippines
    • "New Temples Veil Mormonism's Decline," Simon Southerton on Mormon Stories

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    1567: Growing up as a Mormon Prepper - Emma Pt. 1 Mar 28, 2022

    Since the founding of Mormonism in 1830 there has been a core belief in the imminent 2nd coming of Jesus Christ (thus the "Latter-day Saints" portion of the Mormon church's official name). Within modern Mormonism over the past few decades there has been an increasing trend towards "end times" preparedness - wherein ultra-orthodox Mormons begin preparing for the 2nd coming of Jesus by selling their 401k's and retirement plans, moving to rural areas, attending "Prepper" conferences like "Preparing a People," building fortresses, stockpiling food/weapons/ammunition/tents/trailers, denying traditional health care to children, etc., and preparing (i.e., "prepping") for the arrival of Jesus. This movement has been at best benign (for a few), but for many has led to extreme behaviors, divided families, financial ruin, a host of emerging "prophets" (e.g., charlatans) who prey on this mentality (e.g., Julie Rowe), and in some cases murder (e.g., Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow story).

    Emma was raised in a Mormon Prepper household. In Part 1 of our 3 part series with Emma, she discusses what it was like to grow up in a Mormon Prepper household.

    Show Notes:

    • Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover
    • "Tara Westover, Author of Educated: A Memoir" on Mormon Stories
    • "Ezra Taft Benson and the Making of the Mormon Right" with Matt Harris on Mormon Stories Part 1 Part 2
    • "The Mormon Influences on Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow" on Mormon Stories
    • Visions of Glory: One Man's Astonishing Account of the Last Days by John Pontius
    • Mormon Doctrine by Bruce R. McConkie
    • Doctrines of Salvation: Sermons and Writings of Joseph Fielding Smith by Bruce R. McConkie
    • "Is the Mormon Church in Decline? An Insider Report" on Mormon Stories
    • "Rodney Meldrum: Founder of the Book of Mormon Heartland Model" on Mormon Stories
    • "Rodney Meldrum and the Book of Mormon Heartland Model" on Mormon Stories
    • Saturday's Warrior
    • "Examining Mormon Mind Control with Luna Lindsey Corbden" on Mormon Stories
    • "Entrata founder who accused 'Jews' of Covid-19 vaccine conspiracy steps down from software company's board," by Bryan Schott, Salt Lake Tribune, January 4, 2020

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    1566: Improving Mental Health After Mormonism - Jake Bellenfant's THRIVE Story Mar 24, 2022

    Join Margi, John, and Gerardo for our next episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). Come listen and participate in the conversation as we talk to Jake Bellenfant. Find out how Jake has processed the damaging experiences of his youth and young adulthood growing up gay in the church and how he has reclaimed his own mental health. In addition, listen to how Jake has navigated grief and loss in witnessing both the death of his mother and the loss of his community. Jake is now a mental health advocate, studying at the #1 ranked Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program at Vanderbilt University. He aspires to improve the mental health of populations across the lifespan and in marginalized groups that are struggling with mental illness-- particularly those who have suffered the mental health effects of undue influence, high demand belief systems, abusive family dynamics, and religious trauma.

    Thrive Stories is a new podcast series where Margi (alongside John and Carah) will be interviewing a member of the community twice per month. The interviews will be shorter (1-2 hours), story-based, but will be focused on a particular aspect of healing and growth AFTER a Mormon faith crisis (thus the THRIVE name). They will happen on Tuesdays at noon (MST). Some examples of areas of thriving include: Family Relationships, Healthy Boundaries, Finding Community, Finding Meaning/Purpose, Dealing with Grief/Death, Religion after Mormonism, Health Sexuality, Parenting, Improving Physical Health, Identity, Health Marriage/Relationships, Secular Spirituality, Word of Wisdom 2.0, and Women Finding Their Own Voice after Mormonism.

    If you would like to nominate someone you know who would be a great candidate for a THRIVE interview, please nominate them (or yourself) HERE.

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    • THRIVE story application form link
    • Prop 8
    • Podcast (icarly) Jennette McCurdy
    • Empty Inside Podcast
    • Kolby Sorensen MS Episode
    • Combating Cult Mind Control
    • Steven Hassan website
    • Mind Over Mood
    • Utah Crisis Line
    • Mindfulness Meditation
    • Steven Hassan - Influence Continuum Podcast
    • Recovering Agency
    • Documentaries on cult control and mental control:
      • Bad Vegan - Netflix
      • Wild Wild Country - Netflix
      • The Matrix - HBO Max, Peacock TV & Redbox
      • Pleasantville - Prime Video, Vudu Movie & TV Store, Redbox., Apple TV
      • Tangled - Disney +
      • Holy Hell - Amazon Prime
      • The Invention of Lying - Prime Video, Vudu Movie & TV Store, VUDU, Apple TV or Redbox
      • Smallfoot - Prime Video, VUDU, Vudu Movie & TV Store or Redbox
      • The Vow - Hulu

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    1565: Mormon Polygamy Apologetics w/ Sandra Tanner Pt. 2 Mar 23, 2022

    We've whipped up another epic episode discussing the context left out of LDS church curriculum around early Mormon polygamy. Sandra Tanner joins Mormon Stories as a special guest to address comments made on the followHIM podcast by church historian Kate Holbrook. Join John, Sandra, and Gerardo live Monday at 4:30pm MT.

    Show Notes:

    • "Doctrine and Covenants 129-132 with Dr. Kate Holbrook," on followHIM
    • followHIM podcast with Hank Smith and John Bytheway
    • Full text of "The Happiness Letter," Joseph Smith's Alleged 1842 Letter to Nancy Rigdon
    • "A Study in Religious Manipulation," Jonathan Streeter on "The Happiness Letter"
    • "Nancy Rigdon and the Happiness Letter," on Mormon Discussion podcast
    • Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith by Jon Krakauer
    • "Kingdom Come," by David Van Biema, Time, June 24, 2001
    • A Woman's View, Helen Mar Kimball Whitney's Journals
    • "Joseph Smith and Other Men's Wives," by Dan Vogel
      • Part 1
      • Part 2
      • Part 3
    • Full court transcript of the "Temple Lot Case"
    • "'Warts and all' in Smith biography," Deseret News, October 1, 2005
    • Joseph Smith's Polygamy by Brian Hales
    • Let's Talk About Polygamy by Brittany Nash
    • "Polygamy and the Church's Past," Brittany Chapman Nash on All-In podcast
    • "Rebuking Iniquity," 1856 Brigham Young address threatening to divorce his wives if they didn't stop "whining,"Journal of Discourses Vol. 4
    • In Heaven as It Is on Earth: Joseph Smith and the Early Mormon Conquest of Death by Samuel Brown
    • In Sacred Loneliness: The Plural Wives of Joseph Smith by Todd Compton
    • "For Eternity Alone," a poem by Helen Mar Kimball in which "for time" may mean she agreed to be sealed to Joseph, only to find out later that she was expected to have sex with him
    • "The Joseph Smith-Sylvia Sessions Plural Sealing: Polyandry or Polygyny?" by Brian Hales, Mormon Historical Studies, April 2013
    • Elder Jeffrey R. Holland at Sisters Devotional in Lima, Peru, in January 2020
    • Utah Lighthouse Ministry

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    1564: Rodney Meldrum and the Book of Mormon Heartland Model Pt. 3 Mar 17, 2022

    Join us for Part 3 of our interview with Rodney Meldrum, wherein we discuss his beliefs regarding the Book of Mormon Heartland model.

    Show Notes:

    • Steven Hawkings
    • Ancient Society - Lewis Henry MorganRodney Meldrum Book
    • Jonathan Neville
    • Camorah
    • Gospel Topic Essays
    • Charles Darwin
    • Kay Godfrey
    • Heartland Model
    • Thomas Stuart Ferguson
    • Gregory Smith’s article
    • Hannah Stoddard
    • Mormon Stories Interview with Thomas Murphy

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    1563: Redefining Sexuality and Body Autonomy - Faith Erickson's THRIVE Story Mar 16, 2022

    Join Margi, John, and Carah for our next episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). Come listen and participate in the conversation as we discuss sexuality, body confidence, and owning our own stories from this minute forward. Faith has found deeper meaning and exhilaration in celebrating sexuality and body autonomy in her life after Mormonism.

    Thrive Stories is a new podcast series where Margi (alongside John and Carah) will be interviewing a member of the community twice per month. The interviews will be shorter (1-2 hours), story-based, but will be focused on a particular aspect of healing and growth AFTER a Mormon faith crisis (thus the THRIVE name). They will happen on Tuesdays at noon (MST). Some examples of areas of thriving include: Family Relationships, Healthy Boundaries, Finding Community, Finding Meaning/Purpose, Dealing with Grief/Death, Religion after Mormonism, Health Sexuality, Parenting, Improving Physical Health, Identity, Health Marriage/Relationships, Secular Spirituality, Word of Wisdom 2.0, and Women Finding Their Own Voice after Mormonism.

    If you would like to nominate someone you know who would be a great candidate for a THRIVE interview, please nominate them (or yourself) here.

    Show Notes:

    • "Mindy Gledhill Discusses Her Mormon Faith Transition" on Mormon Stories
    • "Broken Open," Margi Dehlin on Mormon Stories
    • How to Change your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence by Michael Pollan
    • Fantastic Fungi documentary
    • Sex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships by Christopher Ryan
    • Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski
    • Faith's Facebook
    • Faith's Instagram

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    1562: Mormonism and Logical Fallacies Pt. 1 - w/ John Larsen Mar 15, 2022

    Join us for Part 1 of a multi-part series where John Larsen discusses Mormonism and logical fallacies. We talk about how fallacious arguments are natural to the human brain and how people in and outside of the Mormon church use bad reasons to keep their line of thinking alive.

    Please support this content and having John Larsen on by donating to the Mormon Expressions fund HERE!

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    • Encyclopedia of Mormonism
    • Mormonism - What everyone needs to know By Terryl Givens
    • Richard Bushman Rough Stone Rolling
    • Rodney Meldrum Books
    • Mormon Expression Donations
    • Mormon Expression Podcast Link

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    1561: When a Mormon Missionary Reads the CES Letter - Kolby Sorensen Mar 14, 2022

    Join hosts John Dehlin and Gerardo Sumano as they explore what happens when a Mormon missionary reads the CES Letter.

    Kolby Sorensen was raised a devout Mormon in West Valley and West Jordan, Utah. In 2020, he was called to serve a mission as the COVID pandemic began, when missionaries were encouraged to use social media to proselytize.

    Show Notes:

    • Letter to a CES Director by Jeremy Runnells
    • "Reflections on the CES Letter," Daniel Peterson, FAIRmormon Conference 2014
    • "Belief after the CES Letter," Jim Bennett on Mormon Stories
    • "A Faithful Reply to the CES Letter from a Former CES Employee," by Jim Bennett
    • Jeremy Runnell's responses to "Debunkings of the CES Letter"
    • "Missionaries returning home at their own insistence," Mission President's Handbook, Ch 4
    • Kolby's posts on Ex-Mormon Reddit
    • Kolby’s Instagram
    • "Telling Your Loved Ones About Losing Your Faith," on Mormon Stories
    • "Mormon Inoculation" on Mormon Stories
    • "Personal Peace in Challenging Times," Quentin L. Cook, General Conference October 2021
    • "Britvengers React: The Mormon British Rescue" on Mormon Stories
    • "LDS Church addresses health of church president," by Ric Wayman, St. George News, May 3, 2015
    • "Is the Mormon Church in Decline?" An Insider Report on Mormon Stories
    • "No More Strangers," by Alexander B. Morrison, Ensign, September 2000
    • "Strong Impressions of the Spirit," by D. Todd Christofferson, New Era, June 2013
    • "Founder of the Book of Mormon Heartland Model," Rodney Meldrum on Mormon Stories
    • Video by Shane Carpenter, an out gay LDS missionary
    • "Jesus Christ is the Answer," Ronald A Rasband, Evening With a General Authority, February 8, 2019 [CW: May be triggering for those experiencing suicidal thoughts]
    • "Daughter of Mormon General Authority Hartman Rector, Jr." Lila Tueller on Mormon Stories
    • "Vogel and Metcalfe in Da House!" on Mormon Discussion
    • Gerardo Sumano interview on Mormon Stories
    • Kolby and Cami Reddish interview on Mormon Stories
    • "From TBM to RFM: Radio Free Mormon Discusses His Transition from Mormon Apologist to Non-Believer," on Mormon Stories

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    1560: Loving & Leaving Mormonism - Lizzy & Spencer Bean pt. 3 Mar 11, 2022

    Welcome back Lizzy and Spencer Bean for the third and final part to their delightful, authentic, hilarious Mormon Stories interview! We dive in head-on in this episode hearing about how marriage for these two young Mormons was not what they expected. But with an interesting reframe to spirituality from an LDS therapist, Lizzy and Spencer’s autonomous spirituality began to emerge like never before. After having enough of spiritual gatekeeping and finding a way to make marriage finally work from them, Spencer describes almost being kicked out of BYU and the situation he was put in by a bishop telling him he had one week to read the Book of Mormon or lose his ecclesiastical endorsement. There are too many topics to list that we cover in this epic final episode with Lizzy and Spencer, but among them are: How and why some Mormons decide to supplement LDS church teachings with New Age spirituality, how wearing garments and Mormon body standards affect women, how empathizing with friends in the LGBTQ community can wake a person up to the realities and harms of Mormon doctrine, and so many other great insights and analogies that help describe why a couple would love Mormonism and choose to leave it!

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    1559: Loving & Leaving Mormonism - Lizzy & Spencer Bean pt. 2 Mar 10, 2022

    Welcome back Lizzy and Spencer Bean for part 2 of their delightful Mormon Stories interview! In part two, we have Spencer tell us about his upbringing in Orem, Utah as the son of the bishop and what led him to develop a testimony of the church. We hope you like our chat as we let it take us into discussions on missionary work in the developing world, undue influence, death, and the Plan of Salvation. Stick around for some interesting insights from Spencer’s mission to Sweden and even a story about Midsummer with Hans Maddsen’s brother, Leif.

    We named this series “Loving and Leaving Mormonism” to allow our guests to speak authentically to their all-around good experiences being raised members of the LDS faith and hope you’ll stick around to listen to part three as Lizzy and Spencer describe the events and information that made them think twice about their membership in the religion they love.

    Part 2 show notes:

    • Packer talk on funerals
    • Hans Mattsen Mormon Stories episode
    • Swedish Rescue episode
    • Mormon Civil War YouTube - Peter Bleakley
    • Nemo the Mormon YouTube
    • 21st century Saints

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    1558: Loving & Leaving Mormonism - Lizzy & Spencer Bean pt. 1 Mar 09, 2022

    Mormon Stories viewers are in for a treat with this series of episodes as we interview married couple Lizzy and Spencer Bean. In part one, we dive into Lizzy’s story and unique upbringing as just one of two siblings in a Mormon family with convert parents in Upstate New York. We discuss the influence of her involvement with the Palmyra Pageant on her developing testimony as well as the Mormon propensity towards music and theater. Other topics include the culture shock after arriving in Provo when her dad’s career led him to teach music education at BYU, and acclimating to the very LDS saturated environment as she developed her musical and theatrical talents. We named this series “Loving and Leaving Mormonism” to allow our guests to speak authentically to their all-around good experiences being raised members of the LDS faith and hope you’ll stick around to listen to part three as Lizzy and Spencer describe the events and information that made them think twice about their membership in the religion they love.

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    • Hosanna shout
    • Austin Archer Mormon Stories episode
    • Tim Minchin

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    Announcing: The Open Arms Collective Mar 09, 2022

    Join Jenn as she introduces a new addition to Open Stories Foundation. The Open Arms Collective is a group of women and gender non-binary individuals meeting monthly along the Wasatch Front, with open arms, to embrace our family and friends wherever they are on their faith journey!

    We hold monthly events to empower, learn, create and build community together.

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    1557: A Ukrainian Mormon Story - Ksenia Andrukhiv Everton Mar 09, 2022

    Join us Monday afternoon for a special episode with Ksenia Andrukhiv Everton from Ukraine. Get ready for a fascinating story about her family's journey in the Mormon Church. She will also talk to us about Russia’s war on Ukraine.

    European defenders are in huge need of military-grade Helmets and Armory Vests for Territorial Defense Battalions. The Ukrainian American Coordinating Council (financial coordinator), Razom for Ukraine (media partner), and International Charitable Foundation “Come back alive” (end user) with CO Foundation Serhiy Prytula (end user) are uniting their efforts to purchase this necessary equipment. Please consider a donation here.

    Show notes:

    • Nastia Bigun MS episode
    • Douglas Stillgoe MS episode
    • Helmets & Armory Vests for the European Defenders
    • Nemo the Mormon Youtube channel
    • Book: Red famine
    • Book: Bloodlands
    • NPR episode

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    Should We Let THRIVE Die? Mar 07, 2022

    Recently the THRIVE Beyond Religion Foundation has been under attack by the Mormon church’s apologists, the Salt Lake Tribune, some vocal TikTokkers, and a few other Ex-Mormons. Such attacks have taken a heavy toll on many in the THRIVE Board, and on the THRIVE Community overall.

    Please join members of the THRIVE Foundation board of directors this Monday at 9am (mountain) as we ask ourselves and the post-Mormon community whether or not we should allow the THRIVE Foundation to die.

    Note: Our heartfelt support goes out to the people of Ukraine. Please join us Monday afternoon for a special Mormon Stories Podcast episode about Russia’s war on Ukraine.

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    1556: Adam, Eve, and pre-Adamites - Mormon Doctrine vs. Science w/ Dr. Simon Southerton #02 Mar 07, 2022

    Did a single first pair of humans (Adam and Eve) ever exist? Join us this Friday at 4:00 pm MT for an epic discussion with Dr. Simon Southerton about Mormonism’s core doctrine of Adam and Eve. We will analyze the conflicts between the undisputed fact of human evolution and the belief that all humans descended from a single couple of humans in Jackson County, Missouri. We will break down the different ways in which the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its apologists have responded to conflicting scientific evidence and the ongoing debate regarding the existence of pre-Adamites. In addition, Dr. Michael Westaway will be joining us to speak about his groundbreaking research regarding the Mungo Man, the oldest and most famous human skeleton in Australia dated at 42,000 years, which was voted in the top 10 papers of the year by Science magazine in 2016.

    Show Notes:

    • Losing a Lost Tribe: Native Americans, DNA, and the Mormon Church by Simon G. Southerton
    • The Sacred Curse: How Native American DNA Exposes Mormonism’s Lamanite Myth by Simon G. Southerton
    • Stated Clearly YouTube channel
    • Michael Westaway

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    1555: Mormon Polygamy Apologetics w/ Sandra Tanner Pt. 1 - A Mormon Scoops Special! Mar 04, 2022

    The one and only Sandra Tanner joins Mormon Scoops as a special guest to address comments recently made on the Follow Him podcast by church historian Kate Holbrook. Join Carah, John, Gerardo and Sandra for this epic episode starting Thursday at 4:30pm mountain time!

    Show Notes:

    • "Doctrine and Covenants 129-132 with Dr. Kate Holbrook," on followHIMfollowHIM podcast with Hank Smith and John Bytheway
    • "BYU professor [Hank Smith] calls gay student a Book of Mormon term associated with anti-Christ," by Courtney Tanner, Salt Lake Tribune, May 14, 2021
    • Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults: A Face-to-Face Event with Elder Cook (and with historian Kate Holbrook)
    • Kate Holbrook laughs while describing Joseph Smith's polygamy
    • D&C101 as it appeared until 1835 when it was replaced by D&C132
    • Times and Seasons denial of polygamy published in September 1842
    • The sole edition of the Nauvoo Expositor, June 17, 1844, which exposed Joseph's teaching and practice of polygamy
    • The Godmakers: A Shocking Expose of What the Mormon Church Really Believes by Ed Decker Book
    • Film
    • "Kingdom Come," by David Van Biema, Time, June 24, 2001 (in which Gordon B. Hinckley says the church doesn't teach/emphasize that God was once a man and that men will become gods in the afterlife, ruling their own planets which they populate with their own seed)
    • Utah Lighthouse Ministry
    • Mormonism: Shadow or Reality? by Jerald and Sandra Tanner
    • Thrive for Women on April 2

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    1554: Rodney Meldrum Pt. 2 - On Mormonism and Racism Mar 03, 2022

    Join us for our interview with Rod Meldrum, founder of the Book of Mormon Heartland Model. In this episode we explore Rod's Mormon faith.

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    • Exterminate the Brutes

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    1553: Rodney Meldrum Pt. 1 - Founder of the Book of Mormon Heartland Model Mar 03, 2022

    Join us for our interview with Rod Meldrum, founder of the Book of Mormon Heartland Model.

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    • Book of Mormon Evidence website
    • Lila Tueller MS interview
    • DNA and the Book of Mormon article from our website

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    THRIVE Day for Women - April 2, 2022 Mar 03, 2022

    We are super excited to announce our next THRIVE Day for Women, which will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022 in Orem, Utah. The event will be emceed buy Julienna Viegas, and speakers will include:

    • Tiffany Roe
    • Natasha Helfer
    • Leah Young
    • Donna Kelly
    • Suzy Benson

    The purpose of all THRIVE events is to promote healing, growth, and community for post-Mormons. THRIVE is a non-profit, and is priced only to cover the event costs, which includes lunch.

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    1552: Mormon Scoops Weekly Report Feb 26, 2022

    BYU Join us live as John, Carah and Gerardo discuss the news topics of the week at 7pm mountain time Thursday night! Tonight's topics include but are not limited to:

    • BYU Black Student Union confronts Brad Wilcox
    • BYU forces end to “gender-affirming voice care” for transgender students
    • Utah Kaysville Devotional for Sisters Featuring Mormon Apostle Dale G. Renlund

    Show Notes:

    • BYU Black Student union
    • BYU BSU news article
    • Mormonism Live recent ep on women
    • Black BYU students tiktok
    • Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith
    • Under the Banner of Heaven trailer
    • Steven Hassan, author of Combatting Cult Mind Control

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    1551: How a Mormon Bishop’s Sexual Abuse Affected our Faith - Kolby & Cami Reddish Feb 25, 2022

    After an epic retelling of their time trying to protect the children in their Idaho home ward, Cami and Kolby give us a look into how that ordeal changed their faith in the Mormon church in this epic second part of their interview.

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    • CES Letter
    • Matt Easton MS episode
    • Race and priesthood gospel topics essay
    • Saints unscripted videos about priesthood ban
    • Michael Coe interview
    • Brad Wilcox MS episode
    • Thrive beyond religion website

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    1550: Speaking Out When a Mormon Bishop Abuses Children - Kolby & Cami Reddish Feb 24, 2022

    Joining us on the podcast today are Kolby and Cami, a married couple from Idaho whose life and faith were shaken when their bishop was convicted and sent to prison for sexually abusing children. We discuss the moves the local leadership made that shocked them, including praising the former bishop in front of his victims to the entire ward congregation. This is one of the most important stories that highlight the LDS culture of conforming to authority vs following one’s conscience and the fallout of doing the latter. We applaud Kolby and Cami (and other members of their Idaho stake) for trying to protect children and telling this story today. In part two we’ll be discussing how these events affected their faith in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as a whole.

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    • Spotlight movie
    • Mormon Stories Boy Scouts episode
    • CES Letter

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    1549: The Good Life - Dave Biesinger’s THRIVE Story Feb 23, 2022

    Join Margi, John, and Carah for our next episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). We will hear Dave Biesinger talk about meaning and purpose after a faith transition. Join us to hear Dave’s narrative and how he now feels he is enjoying The Good Life.

    Thrive Stories is a new podcast series where Margi (alongside John and Carah) will be interviewing a member of the community twice per month. The interviews will be shorter (1-2 hours), story-based, but will be focused on a particular aspect of healing and growth AFTER a Mormon faith crisis (thus the THRIVE name). They will happen on Tuesdays at noon (MST). Some examples of areas of thriving include: Family Relationships, Healthy Boundaries, Finding Community, Finding Meaning/Purpose, Dealing with Grief/Death, Religion after Mormonism, Health Sexuality, Parenting, Improving Physical Health, Identity, Health Marriage/Relationships, Secular Spirituality, Word of Wisdom 2.0, and Women Finding Their Own Voice after Mormonism.

    If you would like to nominate someone you know who would be a great candidate for a THRIVE interview, please nominate them (or yourself) here.

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    • Margi’s Coming Home podcast episode
    • 4 Agreements
    • The 5th agreement (book)
    • Eckhart Tolle: https://eckharttolle.com
    • Father and son - Cat Stevens
    • Noah Rasheta - Secular Buddhism podcast
    • Master and His Emissary
    • Joseph Campbell, The Hero with a Thousand Faces

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    ANNOUNCEMENT: New Faith Crisis Support Groups and Events!!! Feb 16, 2022

    Hello, everyone! We are excited to announce some upcoming events for the Open Stories Foundation and our sister foundation THRIVE. There are several events coming up that we want to make you aware of today. All the events we talk about today can be found on MormonStories.org under the EVENTS tab. Check back frequently for new event announcements! SUPPORT GROUPS: Free and/or low-cost Faith Crisis Support Groups begin the week of February 22, 2022. Support group locations: Bountiful, Holladay, American Fork, Provo, St George, & Online. In-person sessions will be Tuesday nights from 7-9 pm. Online/Zoom sessions time and date will be announced soon. All donations go towards making the OSF Support Groups program sustainable for future attendees. Please choose whatever amount you can afford. Link: https://donorbox.org/faith-crisis-support-group-8-weeks

    THRIVE MEETUP ALPINE, UT: We also have a THRIVE meetup on Sunday, March 6th in Alpine, UT at KNOT AND PINE. This is an adults potluck and community building event. Follow the link above to sign up! www.knotandpine.com

    Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ZleUTNA6EjcYDb-nlGA5k_cXI9_UduFa2oeBXSS2RTc/viewform?edit_requested=true

    WORKSHOPS & RETREATS: Alpine Faith Crisis Workshop with John and Margi Dehlin on Sunday, March 20th. One day Workshop includes:

    • Navigating a Faith Transition
    • Rebuilding your Family & Life Values
    • Communicating with believers
    • Mental and spiritual health
    • Healthy sexuality after a faith crisis
    • Q&A with John and Margi
    • Community

    *Lunch and snacks provided

    Link: https://donorbox.org/faith-crisis-workshop-alpine-lehi

    Mixed-Faith Marriage Retreat with John Dehlin & Julie Hanks in Provo, UT July 15-17th. This retreat is 2.5 days and will include:

    • Navigating a faith crisis for yourself or a family member
    • Improving your Mental Health
    • Communicating with believing/non-believing family and friends
    • Restructuring your family values together
    • Healthy marriage/committed relationships after a faith crisis
    • Spirituality after a faith crisis
    • Healthy sexuality

    *Lunch and snacks provided on full retreat days

    Link: https://donorbox.org/mixed-faith-retreat-provo

    We are also planning on putting together a monthly meet-up for post-Mormon women in the Salt Lake City area. Email events@openstoriesfoundation.org if you are interested in participating.

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    1548: Is the Mormon Church in Decline? An Insider Report (2022) Feb 16, 2022

    Recently John Dehlin had lunch with a mid-level Mormon church leader along the Wasatch front who was eager to share insider information regarding the statistical and programmatic health of the Mormon church since the COVID-19 epidemic. Topics that were covered include: - The pervasiveness of "faith crisis" issues within Mormon stakes and wards.

    • The rise of conservative/fundamentalist/"Prepper"/"Trumpers"/anti-vaxxers/Q-Anoners as a source of disaffection from the Mormon church.
    • Attempts to increase the involvement of women.
    • How post-COVID Mormon apathy has led to a decline in church activity.
    • The rise of "PIMO" Mormons (Physically in, mentally out).
    • The decline of the Mormon youth programs, with a dramatic decline in young men church participation and mission service.

    The leader was willing to share activity statistics within his stake to demonstrate the post-COVID decline.

    Finally, the source was willing to share information regarding three significant changes at Mormon church headquarters:

    • The dramatic rise in temple building since Russel M. Nelson became the Mormon prophet, and the effect this is having on the temple department.
    • A new Mormon temple prep course that will soon be released.
    • Significant upcoming changes regarding 1 on 1 youth interviews.

    Show Notes:

    • Brad Wilcox's Alpine Youth Fireside on February 6, in which he made racist and sexist remarks, and said that other faiths are only "playing church"
    • The Black Menaces denounce Brad Wilcox on TikTok
    • "Saying he has been 'corrected,' LDS leader Brad Wilcox again apologizes for his remarks on race," by Tamarra Kemsley, Salt Lake Tribune, February 14, 2022
    • Brad Wilcox's apology
    • "Alpine Utah Mormon Youth Rescue With Brad Wilcox," on Mormon Stories
    • "Top 10 Problems with Mormonism that Brad Wilcox's Speech Unveiled," on Mormon Stories
    • "Listeners Call In: Responses to Brad Wilcox's Talk," on Mormon Stories
    • "Brad Wilcox showed up at my religion class at BYUI today to say hi"
    • "How the LDS Church made $22B during the pandemic," by Tony Semerad, Salt Lake Tribune, February 15, 2022
    • Questions From the Closet, with Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty
    • "The Gay Mormon Reformation," on Mormon Stories
    • "The Mormon Influences on Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow," on Mormon Stories
    • "Ezra Taft Benson and the Making of the Mormon Right," with Matt Harris on Mormon Stories Part 1Part 2
    • "The LDS Church's Coverup of Sterling Van Wagenen's Sexual Abuse of Sean Escobar," on Mormon Stories
    • Mormon Enlightenment Facebook group
    • Protect LDS Children
    • Mormonism Live with Radio Free Mormon and Bill Reel
    • "Will Mormons Get Their Own Planets?" A panel discussion on Mormon Stories
    • "Cognitive Dissidents: Sam Harris, Jordan Peterson, and the Damage of Dogma" on Mormon Discussions
    • "Experiencing Sexual Assault as a Missionary: Camille and Maddy" on Mormon Stories
    • "Elder Jeffrey R. Holland Urges BYU to Embrace Its Uniqueness, Stay True to the Savior," an August 2021 speech in which Holland called for "musket fire" in defense of the school's opposition to LGBTQ+ equality
    • "BYU cancels care for transgender clients receiving voice therapy at its speech clinic," by Courtney Tanner, Salt Lake Tribune, February 10, 2022
    • "Mormon British Rescue? The Britvengers React" on Mormon Stories
    • 21st Century Saints Podcast with Jane Christie
    • Ruben Hoyos' TikTok
    • "Anastasia Bigun: A Ukrainian Mormon Journey" on Mormon Stories
    • Trans, Nonbinary, and Genderqueer Network

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    1547: Coming Home to Myself - Margi Dehlin’s THRIVE Story Feb 16, 2022

    Join Margi, John, and Carah for the premiere episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). Get to know Margi as she shares how her journey has allowed her a process of becoming significant to herself and finding her own voice. We hope that you will join us as we introduce Margi, the main interviewer of Thrive Stories by having her share her own Thrive story.

    Thrive Stories is a new podcast series where Margi (alongside John and Carah) will be interviewing a member of the community twice per month. The interviews will be shorter (1-2 hours), story-based, but will be focused on a particular aspect of healing and growth AFTER a Mormon faith crisis (thus the THRIVE name). They will happen on Tuesdays at noon (MST). Some examples of areas of thriving include: Family Relationships, Healthy Boundaries, Finding Community, Finding Meaning/Purpose, Dealing with Grief/Death, Religion after Mormonism, Health Sexuality, Parenting, Improving Physical Health, Identity, Health Marriage/Relationships, Secular Spirituality, Word of Wisdom 2.0, and Women Finding Their Own Voice after Mormonism.

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    Podcast on Nihilism

    Noah Rasheta Secular Buddhism episode on groundlessness

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    Eckhart Tolle podcasts with Oprah

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    1546: An Introduction to Mormon Transhumanism - Carl Youngblood and Lincoln Cannon Feb 14, 2022

    Do you see secular and religious views at odds with one another? In what ways can they work together to become a better expression of one’s Mormon faith? On this very special episode of Mormon stories we chat with Carl Youngblood and Lincoln Cannon, who are leaders in the Mormon transhumanist movement. Mormon Stories listeners may remember Carl, who came on the podcast back in October 2020, where he discussed with John his life and philosophy as a Mormon and a transhumanist. In this follow up episode, we keep the discussion going and ask more hard hitting questions about how Lincoln and Carl view God, Christ, the resurrection, and Book of Mormon historicity - and their answers are unlike anything you’ve probably ever heard before!

    Buckle up for a fun and different Mormon Stories interview! We hope to have these amazing guys back again soon for another chat, so leave a comment or question that we can save for next time!

    Show Notes:

    • Carl Youngblood Mormon Stories interview as a Mormon transhumanist
    • Mormon Transhumanist Association
    • Humanity Plus
    • Check out their upcoming conference, using code “MSFRIEND”
    • Lincoln Cannon blog
    • Youtube channel Transfigurism

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    1545: Listeners Call In - Responses to Brad Wilcox’s Talk Feb 10, 2022

    Join us as we hear listener thoughts and feelings about how Brad Wilcox’s talk reflects on Mormonism.

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    1544: Top 10 Problems w/ Mormonism that Brad Wilcox’s Speech Unveiled Feb 09, 2022

    Join us live Tuesday night for a special new regular weeknight segment with John and Carah called ✨Mormon Scoops✨ at 8pm mst! We just heard that Brad Wilcox apologized for the racist statements that he made in his talk to the Alpine youth of the church. We congratulate Brad. In the hours since the talk, the church has removed it from Youtube and Brad apologized on his Facebook page. Carah and John want to dive into the top 10 things that we think are worse than Brad's actual talk that still need to be addressed! Join us with your questions, comments, and additional information!

    Our Understanding Mormonism playlist of Brad Wilcox's full talk

    Our Mormon Stories episode covering Brad Wilcox's talk

    Brad's same talk in 2020

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    1543: The Alpine Utah Mormon Youth Rescue w/ Brad Wilcox Feb 08, 2022

    You’ve heard of The Swedish Rescue, right? Our Mormon Stories inbox had an influx of incensed Latter-day Saints across all spectrums of belief last night as Brad Wilcox gave a fireside talk that we’re calling “The Alpine Utah Mormon Youth Rescue”. Just like the LDS church’s response to the wave of apostasy in 2012 affecting Swedish members, Brad Wilcox, professor of ancient scripture at BYU and second counselor in the Young Men general presidency spoke to the youth February 6th, 2022 in a talk about how leaving the Mormon church means “you lose everything that matters”. Join John, Gerardo, and Carah as we play clips and react to Brad explaining his reasons to the youth of the church that those who leave the faith are taking the hardest possible route in life. Other quotes include:

    "Maybe instead of asking 'why did the blacks have to wait until 1978’, maybe what we should be asking is 'why did the whites and other races have to wait until 1829?’"

    “We are the only Christians in the world led by Christ”

    "When you walk away from this church you lose everything that matters in your life.”

    Show Notes:

    View our playlist with the full talk on our Understanding Mormonism channel. Individual sections are included below. To download the raw video file click here.

    Grant Palmer’s books

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    1542: The Creation - Mormon Doctrine vs. Science w/ Dr. Simon Southerton #01 Feb 07, 2022

    Dr. Simon Southerton is an Australian geneticist and a former Mormon bishop who was excommunicated by the Mormon church for speaking too openly about his problems reconciling Book of Mormon historicity and emerging DNA research about Native Americans. On 2/4/2022 we are launching a new series on Mormon Stories Podcast. Like with the John Larsen and Margi Dehlin (THRIVE Stories) series, Simon Southerton plans to appear monthly on Mormon Stories Podcast to explore the many ways in which Mormon Doctrine clashes with modern science.

    This episode covers the Mormon church teaching of The Creation.

    We will be paying Simon for his work, but need your financial support to make this happen. If you want to support this series with Simon, please become a monthly donor to this campaign. You can donate here: https://donorbox.org/science-vs-mormonism

    Hosts John Dehlin, Gerardo Sumano, and Carah Burrell interview Dr. Simon Southerton, an Australian geneticist and former Mormon bishop, who was excommunicated for speaking too openly about Book of Mormon historicity and the DNA research about Indigenous Americans.

    This interview marks the launch of a new series on Mormon Stories Podcast. Like with the John Larsen and Margi Dehlin (THRIVE Stories), Simon plans to appear monthly to explore the many ways in which Mormon Doctrine clashes with modern science.

    This episode covers the Mormon Church teaching of The Creation.

    -------------------- We will be paying Simon for his work, but need your financial support to make this happen. 100% of your donations at this link will go to support Simon! --------------------

    • Losing a Lost Tribe: Native Americans, DNA, and the Mormon Church by Simon Southerton
    • The Sacred Curse: How Native American DNA Exposes Mormonism's Lamanite Myth by Simon Southerton
    • Mormon Stories interview with Simon Southerton, “DNA, Lamanites, and the Book of Mormon”
    • Mormon Stories interview with Simon Southerton, “New Temples Veil Mormonism’s Decline”
    • Mormon Stories interview with Simon Southerton, “Rod Meldrum’s Book of Mormon Heartland Model”
    • January 2022 Old Testament Institute Lesson on the Creation
    • Old Testament Chronology Graphic
    • Mormon Doctrine by Bruce R. McConkie
    • “Information, Reproduction, and the Origin of Life,” by Homer Jacobson, American Scientist, 1955
    • Creation: Accident or Design? by Harold G. Coffin
    • "In defense of peer-reviewed science," BYU Department of Geological Sciences, The Daily Universe, April 4, 2017
    • BYU's Dr. Michael Whiting defends evolution on Twitter
    • "Ancient European dog genomes reveal continuity since the Early Neolithic," by L. Botigué, et. al., Nature Communications, July 18, 2017
    • "Genetic evidence for an East Asian origin of domestic dogs," by Peter Savolainen, et.al., Science, November 22, 2002
    • "Rod Meldrum responds to John Dehlin and Simon Southerton" on Mormon Book Reviews with Steven Pynakker
    • "What is DNA and How Does It Work," on Stated Clearly with Jon Perry
    • "An Introduction to the Human Genome," HMX Genetics, Harvard Medical School
    • Upcoming Thrive events

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    1541: Visualizing Joseph Smith and Early Folk Magic - Mark and Erin Elwood Feb 04, 2022

    Mark Elwood is the author and illustrator of a groundbreaking new graphic novel entitled "The Glass Looker: Collected Tales of Joseph Smith."

    The Glass Looker follows an ordinary American farm boy named Joseph Smith who discovers he possesses the magical ability for seeing in stones. Learn the origin story of the American boy-prophet through illustrated accounts collected from Joseph, his family, neighbors and enemies. The Glass Looker illustrates the myths and legends surrounding the rise of Joseph Smith from a teen-aged treasure seer to the man who would become a prophet of God.

    Join Mark, along with his partner Erin, for an illustrated historical adventure.

    To order the novel, click here: https://theglasslooker.com/product/volume1/

    To support Mark and Erin's ongoing work (future volumes in the works!, click here: https://theglasslooker.com/support/

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    Show Notes:

    • The Glass Looker: Collected Tales of Joseph Smith Vol. 1 by Mark Elwood
    • Become of Patron of The Glass Looker
    • Brigham Young's Journal of Discourses
    • Brigham Young: Pioneer Prophet by John G. Turner
    • Blood from the Sky: Miracles and Politics in the Early American Republic by Adam Jortner
    • “The Locations of Joseph Smith’s Early Treasure Quests," by Dan Vogel, Dialogue, 1994
    • "Raiders of the Lost Mormon Cave," Gospel Tangents, July 4, 2021
    • "Discovering Joseph Smith's Cave in Miner's Hill, Manchester, New York," by KC Kern
    • Zion by Eli Brady
    • Maus by Art Spiegelman
    • Joseph Smith: The Making of a Prophet by Dan Vogel
    • Mormon Doctrine vs. Science with Dr. Simon Southerton
    • The Sacred Curse: How Native American DNA Exposes Mormonism's Lamanite Myth by Simon G. Southerton
    • Thrive St. George and other upcoming events

    1540: YouTube’s Jordan and McKay's Pt. 3 - Leaving Mormonism and Starting Our Channel Feb 03, 2022

    Mormon Stories is excited to welcome ex-Mormon YouTuber couple Jordan and McKay on for a three-part series about their journey!

    Picking up where we left off, we invited ex-Mormon Youtuber couple Jordan and McKay back on for part three to take us through their engagement, wedding, son being born, faith deconstruction and birth of their Youtube channel.

    Show Notes:

    • Jordan & Mckay YouTube
    • Jordan & McKay Baptism for the dead video
    • Sam and Tanner MS interview Losing Mormon Millennials
    • LuLu Rich
    • Allan Mount TikTok
    • What happens when an Apostle arrives and nobody is standing
    • Exmormon reddit
    • Faith Journey FB Meetups
    • Tom Phillips MS interview
    • Hans & Birgitta Mattsson MS interview
    • Matt and Stephanie Purcell MS Interview
    • Unshaken YouTube channel w/ Jared Halverson
    • CES Letter
    • Letter to my Wife
    • Marc Oslund MS Interview
    • “No Man Knows My History” by Fawn M. Brodie
    • Book of Abraham Gospel Topics essay
    • Kyle and Neesha Mormon Stories interview
    • Excommunication of John Dehlin
    • Kimberly Anderson TikTok
    • Jordan & Mckay Patreon
    • Jordan & Mckay Ko-Fi
    • Jordan & Mckay TikTok

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    1539: YouTube’s Jordan and McKay Pt. 2 - Jordan’s Mormon Story Feb 02, 2022

    Mormon Stories is excited to welcome ex-Mormon Youtuber couple Jordan and McKay on for a three-part series about their journey! In part two, we dive into Jordan’s story and want to lead off with a heavy trigger warning for sexual abuse. Jordan, who grew up in a similar area of Colorado as McKay, had a very different Mormon upbringing. We discuss the effects of having a never Mormon father, her mom’s remarriage, and a devastating story of how her sexual abuse was handled my Mormon family and leaders.

    Show Notes:

    • Jordan & Mckay YouTube
    • Jordan & McKay Baptism for the dead video
    • Sam and Tanner MS interview Losing Mormon Millennials
    • LuLu Rich
    • Allan Mount TikTok
    • What happens when an Apostle arrives and nobody is standing
    • Exmormon reddit
    • Faith Journey FB Meetups
    • Tom Phillips MS interview
    • Hans & Birgitta Mattsson MS interview
    • Matt and Stephanie Purcell MS Interview
    • Unshaken YouTube channel w/ Jared Halverson
    • CES Letter
    • Letter to my Wife
    • Marc Oslund MS Interview
    • “No Man Knows My History” by Fawn M. Brodie
    • Book of Abraham Gospel Topics essay
    • Kyle and Neesha Mormon Stories interview
    • Excommunication of John Dehlin
    • Kimberly Anderson TikTok
    • Jordan & Mckay Patreon
    • Jordan & Mckay Ko-Fi
    • Jordan & Mckay TikTok

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    1538: YouTube’s Jordan and McKay Pt. 1 - McKay’s Mormon Story Feb 01, 2022

    Mormon Stories is excited to welcome ex-Mormon Youtuber couple Jordan and McKay on for a three-part series about their journey! In part one, we talk to McKay about his upbringing in Colorado and his mission to Honduras. We hope you enjoy our interview with McKay as we discuss a few of the hallmarks of a typical Mormon teen’s life that deal with social conditioning, porn and masturbation, and baptisms for the dead.

    Show Notes:

    • Jordan & Mckay YouTube
    • Jordan & McKay Baptism for the dead video
    • Sam and Tanner MS interview Losing Mormon Millennials
    • LuLu Rich
    • Allan Mount TikTok
    • What happens when an Apostle arrives and nobody is standing
    • Exmormon reddit
    • Faith Journey FB Meetups

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