Mormon Stories Podcast

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1534: From Mormonism to Progressive Christianity - Randy Bell Pt. 2 Jan 20, 2022

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In part 2 of Randy Bell’s Mormon Story, we dive into Randy’s faith post-Mormonism, his experiences with people of other religions around the world including Hindus, Muslims, Jews, and Christians. Among some of the topics we cover are his reasons for becoming a non-denominational Christian, feelings vs science, and the common ground we share.

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The Blind Watchmaker by Richard Dawkins: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blind_Watchmaker
The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins: https://www.amazon.com/God-Delusion-Richard-Dawkins/dp/0618918248
Axis agnostic/gnostic and theism/atheism https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-easiest-way-to-explain-agnostic-gnostic-and-theism-atheism
Bart Ehrman - Misquoting Jesus:https://www.amazon.com/Misquoting-Jesus-Story-Behind-Changed/dp/0060859512
Bart Ehrman Mormon Stories episode: https://www.mormonstories.org/podcast/bart-ehrman/
Gospel of Mark Mormon Stories episode - John Larsen: https://www.mormonstories.org/podcast/the-gospel-of-mark-john-larsen/
The Language of God - Francis Collins: https://www.amazon.com/Language-God-Scientist-Presents-Evidence/dp/1416542744
Saddleback Church: https://saddleback.com/
Rick Warren church: https://pastorrick.com
www.gaychurch.org
Red letter bible: https://www.amazon.com/Full-Size-Burgundy-Leather-Ribbon-Version/dp/1432132881/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3UDBGFUT28BHR&keywords=red+letter+bible&qid=1642465477&s=books&sprefix=red+letter+bible%2Cstripbooks%2C94&sr=1-4
God the most unpleasant character in all fiction By Dan Barker: https://www.amazon.com/God-Most-Unpleasant-Character-Fiction/dp/1454918322
The case for Christ By Lee Strobel: https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christ-Journalists-Personal-Investigation/dp/0310345863/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NSAA65NP7E22&keywords=The+case+for+Christ&qid=1642465603&s=books&sprefix=the+case+for+christ%2Cstripbooks%2C104&sr=1-1
The End of Science By John Horgan : https://www.amazon.com/End-Science-Knowledge-Twilight-Scientific/dp/0465065929
The Demon Haunted World By Carl Sagan: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+demon+haunted+world+carl+sagan&i=stripbooks&crid=2FYTBHR74WRI8&sprefix=the+deamon+%2Cstripbooks%2C134&ref=nb_sb_ss_sc_1_10
Boy Scout Payout: https://youtu.be/bnxaPEdDZys

1533: An Orange County Mormon Story - Randy Bell Pt. 1 Jan 19, 2022

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Today we welcome on Randy Bell, well known expert on real estate damages and friend of the podcast on to hear his Mormon Story. Raised in Fullerton, CA, we discuss Randy’s relationship with the Fender family, the effects of his profession on his Mormon faith including stories about how the Pulse Night Club shooting transformed his LGBTQ beliefs. In part 2 we dig deeper and discuss Randy’s incredible, thoughtful journey from Mormonism to Progressive Christianity.

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Randy’s wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randall_Bell
Link to youtube viewers poll: https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonStoriesPodcast/community
Shawn McCrany’s church: https://hotm.faith/
Rick Warren church: https://pastorrick.com
Carah’s Mormon Stories interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PW1uWu_DnPc
Pulse Night Club: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_nightclub_shooting
OJ Simpsons Made in America: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5275892/
OJ Simpson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O._J._Simpson
Todd Compton - In Sacred Loneliness: http://www.toddmcompton.com/
Gospel Topic Essay on Polygamy: https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/plural-marriage-in-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints?lang=eng
Year of Polygamy: https://www.yearofpolygamy.com/
Steven Hassan: https://www.amazon.com/Steven-Hassan/e/B000APQYV4%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Sunstone: https://sunstone.org/
Simon Southerton interview: https://www.mormonstories.org/podcast/rod-meldrums-heartland-model/
Joseph Smith Criminal Record: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_Smith_and_the_criminal_justice_system#Chronology_of_charges
Laura Roper Andreasen interview: https://www.mormonstories.org/podcast/laura-roper-andreasen-granddaughter-m-russell-ballard/
Randy’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Post-Traumatic-Thriving-Randall-Bell-PhD/dp/0996793178
A Thoughtful Faith Podcast by Gina Colvin: https://www.athoughtfulfaith.org
Bill Reel Mormon Discussions Podcast: https://mdpodcast.org
Johnathan Streeter - Thoughts on things and stuff: https://thoughtsonthingsandstuff.com/
Radio Free Mormon: https://radiofreemormon.org
Sandra Tanner - https://youtu.be/W64Ntsea6uw
Mormon Sex Info - Natasha Helfer: https://mormonsex.info/about/
Real Estate Damages: An Analysis of Detrimental Conditions Textbook: https://www.amazon.com/Real-Estate-Damages-Detrimental-Conditions/dp/0922154554
Me We Do Be: The Four Cornerstones of Success by Randall Bell, PhD: https://www.amazon.com/Me-We-Do-Be-Cornerstones/dp/0996793119
Leo Fender: The Quiet Giant Heart Around the World by Phyllis Fender & Randall Bell, PhD: https://www.amazon.com/Leo-Fender-Quiet-Giant-Around/dp/0996793143
Post-Traumatic Thriving by Randall Bell, PhD: https://www.amazon.com/Post-Traumatic-Thriving-Randall-Bell-PhD/dp/0996793178

1532: A Father & Daughter Mormon Journey - Mark & Zelle Phillips Jan 13, 2022

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Mormon Stories listeners are in for a treat today as we’re joined by Mark Phillips and his daughter Zelle as they share their family’s fascinating Mormon journey. Mark is a clinical and counseling psychologist by profession who has spent part of his career working in LDS Family Services and was first inspired on his mission as a trainer to become a psychologist when working with difficult companions. Zelle discusses with us what it was like as a missionary during Covid, coming home early, coming out to her family, and coming into her own authentic self. A few of the themes we cover in this episode are around how growing up in the US Midwest and South shapes Mormon experiences, focusing on what’s inside instead of outside appearances, and coming to terms with Mormon truth claims as a family. We know you’ll love this amazing father-daughter duo and enjoy listening to Carah as host and Gerardo as co-host on this episode!

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1531: What We Love and Hate About Mormon Podcasting Jan 13, 2022

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After 16 years of podcasting, John has seen a few highs and lows. With transparency for our supporters in mind, John is joined by Mormon Stories co-host and producer Carah Burrell to discuss what they love and hate about podcasting in this space.

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1530: An Alternative Approach to New Year's Resolutions - Margi Dehlin Jan 12, 2022

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Join us live for a discussion with Margi and John about alternative approaches to New Year's Resolutions.

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Thrive Unite
Thrive St. George
A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose by Eckhart Tolle
"Small Things Often" podcast by John and Julie Gottman
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert by John M. Gottman
Ana Mardoll's Instagram
"Secular Buddhism" by Noah Rasheta
"Christmas After a Mormon Faith Crisis" with Margi Dehlin
Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples by Harville Hendrix
Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar by Cheryl Strayed
Untamed by Glennon Doyle
The Awakened Family: How to Raise, Empowered, Resilient, and Conscious Children by Shefali Tsabary
The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Our Children by Shefali Tsabary
Out of Control: Why Disciplining Your Child Doesn't Work and What Will by Shefali Tsabary
One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way by Robert Maurer
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall Rosenberg
"The Hidden Brain" podcast
Relationship Intelligence by Esther Perel
Flourish Therapy (Utah-specific)
LGBTQ+-Affirmative Therapist Guild (Utah chapter of nationwide guild)
Symmetry Solutions
Margi Dehlin blog and life coaching

1529: Follow-Up Questions about THRIVE for Salt Lake Tribune - Peggy Fletcher Stack and Tony Semerad Jan 05, 2022

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Answering follow-up questions from the Salt Lake Tribune about the Open Stories Foundation and THRIVE given to us by Peggy Fletcher Stack and Tony Semerad.

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1528: Our Interracial Mormon Marriage - Makenzie & Gerald Benzi pt. 3 Jan 05, 2022

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Wrapping up Gerald and Makenzie’s Mormon story, we talk in-depth about how their desire to raise healthy children changed their views on Mormon teachings as well as Gerald’s possible regrets around his baptism. Thanks for joining us on this epic three-part interview with the Benzi’s!

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1527: An Interracial Mormon experience - Makenzie & Gerald Benzi pt. 2 Jan 04, 2022

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In part 2 of Makenzie and Gerald’s Mormon Story, we dive into Makenzie’s life, what it was like with interracial parents, reconciling racist past church teachings, and studying under Mormon Egyptologist Kerry Muhlestein. Among some of the topics we cover are gender disparities in the church, dating and temple marriage, and becoming a nuanced believer. Come back for part 3 as we wrap up Gerald and Makenzie’s Mormon Story and we hope you love this amazing couple as much as we do!

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1526: Joining Mormonism from Zimbabwe - Gerald and Makenzie Benzi pt. 1 Jan 03, 2022

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Mormon Stories is proud to welcome our first Mormon convert from Zimbabwe, Gerald Benzi, and his wife Makenzie Benzi to the podcast for an epic three part series of their story. In part one, we discuss Gerarld’s life being raised in Zimbabwe, what it was like moving to the US, and deciding to take religion seriously and taking the missionary discussions. Among some of the topics we cover are gender roles, racism, and whether or not missionaries target immigrants. Please join us for this three part series to also learn about Makenzie and how their faith as a couple progressed through the years.

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1525: Recovering from Post-Mormon Alcoholism - Austin Archer p. 2 Dec 29, 2021

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Join John and Carah at 10am mst for a special live interview with Austin Archer as we discuss the Mormon to alcoholic pipeline, sobriety, and his success on TikTok.

Follow Austin @yourpal_austin on TikTok

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