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1,984 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 4.8K ratingsMormon 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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1689: The Tyranny of Mormon Patriarchal Blessings - Amanda & Shaye Scott Pt. 1
November 14, 2022 19:30 - 2 hours - 136 MBContent 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. YouTu...
1688: The Happiness Letter (Joseph Smith's Proposition to Nancy Rigdon) w/ LDS Discussions - 28
November 10, 2022 21:30 - 2 hours - 149 MBIn 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 Nemo the Mormon on YouTube LDS Discussion Essay on the Happiness Letter Episode Show Notes LDS Discussions 6-Part Series on Polygamy: Part 1: An Introduction to Mormon Polygamy - 24 Part 2: D&C 132 – Joseph Smith’s Polygamy “R...
1687: Mormon Leader Ahmad Corbitt Condemns Activism Towards the LDS Church
November 10, 2022 00:30 - 3 hours - 166 MBJoin 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. Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon Pick ...
1686: Healing from Mormon Marital Sexual Dysfunction - Larissa and Jeff Kindred Pt. 3
November 09, 2022 21:00 - 3 hours - 172 MBIn 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 b...
1685: Unraveling the Progressive Mormon Dream - Larissa & Jeff Kindred Pt. 2
November 08, 2022 21:00 - 2 hours - 113 MBIn 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 silenc...
1684: A Japanese-American Mormon Story - Jeff and Larissa Kindred Pt. 1
November 08, 2022 05:13 - 2 hours - 141 MBJoin 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 s...
1683: Mormon Church Tax Scandal in Australia
November 04, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBJoin 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 Simon Southerton [email protected] Neville Rochow Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content...
1682: Joseph Smith's Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 2 w/ LDS Discussions - 27
November 03, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBJoin 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/ Special Guest: Elisha Lee Faith Unraveled Tiktok (Faith Transition Focused) Soul Unraveled Tiktok (Personal Journey Focused) LDS Discussion Essay on Plural Marriage Proposals LDS Discussions 6-Part Series on Polygamy: 1...
1681: Rebuilding My Life after Returning Early from Mormon Mission - Brinley Jensen Pt. 2
November 02, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBContent 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. Brinley's Instagram Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon Pick “Mormon Stories” as your charity on Amazon Smile or through th...
1680: The Dark Side of a Mormon Mission - Brinley Jensen Pt. 1
November 01, 2022 18:00 - 3 hours - 139 MBContent 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. Brinley's Instagram Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurri...
1679: Joseph Smith's Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 1 w/ LDS Discussions - 26
October 27, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 98.3 MBJoin 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 Faith Unraveled Tiktok (Faith Transition Focused) Soul Unraveled Tiktok (Personal Journey Focused) LDS Discussion Essay on Plural Marriage Proposals Episode Show Notes LDS Discussions 6-Part Series on Polygamy: Part 1: An Introduction to Mormon Polygamy - 24 Part 2: D&C 132 – Joseph Smith’s Polygamy “Revelation...
1678: Tommy “THETOMSTERS” & Madison Johnson
October 25, 2022 18:00 - 4 hours - 223 MBJoin 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...
1677: John Larsen - Your Friend, the Church
October 21, 2022 01:00 - 2 hours - 130 MBSupreme 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. Special Guest: Sam Shelly Samantha Shelley Coaching Zelph on the Shelf Update: We've got a new episode on another case the Church recently supported 1781: Mormon Church Involved in Supreme Court Discrimina...
1676: D&C 132 - Joseph Smith's Polygamy "Revelation" w/ LDS Discussions - 25
October 20, 2022 18:00 - 3 hours - 157 MBToday’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 ...
1675: Navigating a Faith Crisis as Brothers-in-law: Chris Lee and Mitch Hadfield Pt. 2
October 18, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 125 MBGoing 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 ...
1674: Struggling to Complete a Mormon Mission: Chris Lee and Mitch Hadfield Pt. 1
October 17, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBGoing 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 fa...
1673: An Introduction to Mormon Polygamy w/ LDS Discussions - 24
October 13, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBMike 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’...
1672: Being Gay at BYU - Daniel Spencer Pt . 2
October 11, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 106 MBContent 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) TikTok: @danbanbam...
1671: Growing Up Mormon in Zimbabwe - Daniel Spencer Pt . 1
October 10, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 128 MBContent 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) TikTok: @danbanbam...
1670: October General Conference - Panel Discussion
October 06, 2022 21:15 - 2 hours - 147 MBDescription: 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: Samantha Shelly Samantha Shelley Coaching Zelph on the Shelf Nemo the Mormon Nemo the Mormon YouTube Channel Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our G...
1669: LDS Temple Endowment & Masonry w/ LDS Discussions - 23
October 06, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBJoin 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 ...
1668: Mormon Stake Presidency Counselor Confronts General Authorities - Evan and Weston Smith Pt. 3
October 05, 2022 19:00 - 2 hours - 136 MBTrigger 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. ...
1667: Coming Out as the Gay Son of a Mormon Bishop, Serving a Mission - Evan and Weston Smith Pt.2
October 04, 2022 19:00 - 2 hours - 144 MBTrigger 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...
1666: Becoming a Progressive Mormon Bishop, Son Comes Out as Gay - Evan and Wes Smith Pt. 1
October 03, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 124 MBEvan 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...
1665: Race & Mormon Scripture Pt 2 w/ LDS Discussions - 22
September 29, 2022 21:00 - 2 hours - 124 MBJoin 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 LD...
1664: Boy Scouts Bankruptcy and the Mormon Church - An Update w/ Tim Kosnoff
September 28, 2022 16:00 - 58 minutes - 50.9 MBTRIGGER 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 (ide...
1663: Race and Mormon Scripture Pt 1 w/ LDS Discussions - 21
September 22, 2022 21:47 - 2 hours - 115 MBJoin 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 pas...
1662: Losing Faith as the Grandson of an LDS Apostle (Joseph B. Wirthlin) - Greg Gerritsen Pt. 2
September 21, 2022 02:15 - 2 hours - 144 MBJoin 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 ofte...
1661: Growing Up As a Grandson of a Mormon Apostle (Joseph B Wirthlin) - Greg Gerritsen Pt 1
September 19, 2022 21:53 - 2 hours - 127 MBJoin 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 (Elis...
1660: Why do Ex-Mormons Appear So Angry? w/ John Larsen & Carah Burrell
September 16, 2022 02:13 - 2 hours - 116 MB[TW] Abuse, suicide Carah B, John L, and John D go over the tropes and stereotypes of "hateful" ex-Mormons. Episode Show Notes ________ Donate to support John/Carah Show for Mormon Expressions Mormon Expressions Podcast on Spotify Nuancehoe/Carah Burrell’s Channel John Larsen’s Channel ===== Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support u...
1659: Word of Wisdom w/ LDS Discussions - 20
September 15, 2022 19:35 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBJohn and Mike discuss the origins and influences around Joseph Smith and the Creation of the Word of Wisdom. Episode Show Notes ===== Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon Pick “Mormon Stories” as your charity on Amazon Smile or through the Amazon App Our Platforms: Mormon Stories Blog Patreon Spotify Apple Podcas...
1658: Tough Questions for John Dehlin - Patrick Mason Pt 3
September 14, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBPatrick 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 sinc...
1657: A Scholarly Defense of Faithful Mormonism - Patrick Mason Pt 2
September 13, 2022 23:00 - 3 hours - 167 MBJoin 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 Batt...
1656: Becoming a Faithful Scholar - Patrick Mason Pt 1
September 12, 2022 23:00 - 2 hours - 160 MBLDS 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. 1656-1658: A Scholarly Defense...
1655: Changes to the Doctrine & Covenants w/ LDS Discussions -19
September 08, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 126 MBJohn & Mike discuss changes made to the Doctrine & Covenants, part of the Mormon Canon. ————— WE ARE 💯 DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the link below and choose "Mormon Stories". Amazon will do the rest at no cost to you. https://smile.amazon.com APP: Enable Amazon Smile in your app by following link below: https://amz.run/5r2M...
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September 08, 2022 03:01 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBWanting to share latest thoughts and feelings about our recent successes and our recalibration. ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the link below and choose "Mormon Stories". Amazon will do the rest at no cost to you. Amazon Donates When You Purchase Items APP: Enable Amazon...
1654: Taking Down Warren Jeffs - Elissa Wall Pt 3
September 07, 2022 14:19 - 3 hours - 185 MBElissa 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. ————— WE ARE 💯 DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the li...
1653: My Life as an FLDS Child Bride - Elissa Wall Pt. 2
September 06, 2022 18:00 - 3 hours - 175 MBElissa 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. ————— WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories...
1652: Growing up in the Shadow of Warren Jeffs - Elissa Wall Pt. 1
September 06, 2022 16:31 - 2 hours - 119 MBElissa 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. ————— WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stori...
1651: Priesthood Restoration w/ LDS Discussions - 18
September 01, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 156 MBJoin John & Mike as they discuss the timeline for the restoration of the Priesthood compared to the current Church narrative. ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the link below and choose "Mormon Stories". Amazon will do the rest at no cost to you. Amazon Donates When You...
1650: John Dehlin's Thoughts on Christianity - w/ Steven Pynakker of Mormon Book Reviews
September 01, 2022 15:06 - 2 hours - 94.5 MBJohn'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. ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the link below and choose "Mormon Stories". Amazon will do...
1649: John Dehlin in the Hot Seat - An Interview with Rick Bennett of Gospel Tangents
August 29, 2022 18:00 - 3 hours - 206 MBJohn 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-winnin...
1648: Joseph Smith's First Vision w/ LDS Discussions - 17
August 25, 2022 23:00 - 2 hours - 118 MBJohn and Mike discuss historical & theological issues surrounding the accounts of Joseph Smiths "First" Vision. ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the link below and choose "Mormon Stories". Amazon will do the rest at no cost to you. Amazon Donates When You Purc...
1647: The Neophyte Problem in the Book of Mormon - Dr. Thomas Murphy Pt. 3
August 22, 2022 20:00 - 2 hours - 126 MBDr. 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. ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-sto...
1646: Is the Book of Mormon Racist? - Dr. Thomas Murphy Pt. 2
August 22, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBThe 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...
1645: Anthropology & Mormonism - Dr. Thomas Murphy
August 21, 2022 20:00 - 3 hours - 171 MBRenowned 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 ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donatio...
1644: Mormon Church Discouraging Sex Abuse Victims from Reporting - Survivor Stories
August 19, 2022 19:00 - 2 hours - 143 MBTRIGGER 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...
1643: The Trinity & the Book of Mormon with John Larsen
August 19, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBJoin 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. ________ Donate to support John/Carah Show for Mormon Expressions Mormon Expressions Podcast on Spotify Nuancehoe/Carah Burrell’s Channel John L...
1642: Deutero-Isaiah w/ LDS Discussions - 16
August 18, 2022 18:30 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBJoin John and Mike, from LDS Discussions for an introduction to the multiple authors of Isaiah and what that means for the Book of Mormon. ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the link below and choose "Mormon Stories". Amazon will do the rest at no cost to you. A...
1641: Help Make Utah Mormon Bishops Mandatory Reporters - Protect Kids Rally
August 15, 2022 18:08 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBJoin 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,...