Mormon Transitions

038: Jon Ogden - Author of "When Mormons Doubt" Pt. 2

In these episodes of Mormon Stories, we interview Jon Ogden—author of When Mormons Doubt.  Jon describes how his faith crisis blossomed during his LDS mission and time at BYU and ultimately became the impetus to writing the book, which strives to explore how the pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness can save relationships even when we disagree with those we love. We cover: How his faith crisis developed on his LDS mission, but he finished his mission anyway Dating while at BYU and how ...

037: Jon Ogden - Author of "When Mormons Doubt" Pt. 1

In these episodes of Mormon Stories, we interview Jon Ogden—author of When Mormons Doubt.  Jon describes how his faith crisis blossomed during his LDS mission and time at BYU and ultimately became the impetus to writing the book, which strives to explore how the pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness can save relationships even when we disagree with those we love. We cover: How his faith crisis developed on his LDS mission, but he finished his mission anyway Dating while at BYU and how ...

036: 30 Questions Nobody Asks My Husband at Church - Julie DeAzevedo Hanks

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Dr. Julie DeAzevedo Hanks about her article in LDSLiving Magazine titled "30 Questions Nobody Asks My Husband at Church."  John and Margi discuss the powerful cultural messages that are sent in the questions we ask.

035: Navigating Progressive Mormonism with Carol Lynn Pearson, Jana Riess, and Jana Johnson Spangler Pt. 2

In these episodes of Mormon Stories, John and Margi interview Carol Lynn Pearson, Jana Riess, and Jana Johnson Spangler to explore their experiences as they navigate progressive Mormonism. We cover important topics such as: *Each panelist’s experience when their faith became more complex and whether they would self-describe as a Mormon *What made them choose to remain engaged in the Church *What the most valuable aspects of the faith are to each of them, and how they inform and impact ...

034: Navigating Progressive Mormonism with Carol Lynn Pearson, Jana Riess, and Jana Johnson Spangler Pt. 1

In these episodes of Mormon Stories, John and Margi interview Carol Lynn Pearson, Jana Riess, and Jana Johnson Spangler to explore their experiences as they navigate progressive Mormonism. We cover important topics such as: *Each panelist’s experience when their faith became more complex and whether they would self-describe as a Mormon *What made them choose to remain engaged in the Church *What the most valuable aspects of the faith are to each of them, and how they inform and impact ...

033: They Can Leave the Church, But They Can't Leave it Alone - Brynne Thomas Gant

In this episode, we interview Brynne Thomas Gant -- author of the article titled "They Can Leave the Church, But They Can't Leave the Church Alone"

032: They Can Leave the Church, But They Can't Leave it Alone - Brynne Thomas Gant

In this episode, we interview Brynne Thomas Gant -- author of the article titled "They Can Leave the Church, But They Can't Leave the Church Alone"

031: Staying Active in the Mormon Church as a semi- or non-believer

In this episode of Mormon Stories and Mormon Transitions, John and Margi reflect back on their 13 years of experience as semi- and non-believers and provide their advice on how to successfully navigate activity in the LDS Church.  Some of the topics discussed are: *Advice on how to determine whether church attendance is a healthy option for you and your family *Living the “Law of Tithing” in a way that is meaningful to you *Focusing on teaching lessons about truths that resonate with y...

030: Reflections of a Mormon/Post-Mormon Activist: Looking Back and Forward

This episode is a recording of Dr. John Dehlin's goodbye presentation to Cache Valley Oasis - a secular support community formed in Fall of 2015 in Logan, Utah. In his presentation (recorded May 21, 2017), John shared reflections of "lessons" he has learned over the course of 13 years as a Mormon/Post-Mormon activist.

029: Creating a Family Culture

028: Healthy Marriage Pt. 2

In this episode, John, Margi, and Natasha Helfer Parker discuss guiding principles to maintaining successful relationships

027: Healthy Marriage Pt. 1

In this episode, John, Margi, and Natasha Helfer Parker discuss forming a foundation for marriage that withstands change

026: Mormon Transgender Experiences

In this episode John and Margi interview four individuals who are transgender and either active LDS or former LDS. Our panelists for this interview are Kimberly, Ann, Emmett, and Augustus. We discuss: *What it was like growing up in the LDS Church *What effect bullying and life in the “closet” had on them *How the panelists see transgender people fitting (or not) into LDS Church doctrine *“Trans-erasure” in the Church where lesbian, gay, and bisexual identities receive more focus and at...

025: Nicki and Lance Miles' Mormon Transition Pt. 4

In this 4-part series, we interview Nicki and Lance Miles who share their Mormon upbringing, how they met, and how their individual mission experiences intertwined in Episode 1. In Episode 2, we have a serious discussion about Lance’s father who comes out as gay and the impact it had on the Miles family.  Nicki and Lance share how their feelings towards their father evolved in a more positive direction as time progressed.  Episode 3 details the meeting Nicki and Lance had with Marlin K. ...

024: Nicki and Lance Miles' Mormon Transition Pt. 3

In this 4-part series, we interview Nicki and Lance Miles who share their Mormon upbringing, how they met, and how their individual mission experiences intertwined in Episode 1. In Episode 2, we have a serious discussion about Lance’s father who comes out as gay and the impact it had on the Miles family.  Nicki and Lance share how their feelings towards their father evolved in a more positive direction as time progressed.  Episode 3 details the meeting Nicki and Lance had with Marlin K. ...

023: Nicki and Lance Miles' Mormon Transition Pt. 2

In this 4-part series, we interview Nicki and Lance Miles who share their Mormon upbringing, how they met, and how their individual mission experiences intertwined in Episode 1. In Episode 2, we have a serious discussion about Lance’s father who comes out as gay and the impact it had on the Miles family.  Nicki and Lance share how their feelings towards their father evolved in a more positive direction as time progressed.  Episode 3 details the meeting Nicki and Lance had with Marlin K. ...

022: Nicki and Lance Miles' Mormon Transition Pt. 1

In this 4-part series, we interview Nicki and Lance Miles who share their Mormon upbringing, how they met, and how their individual mission experiences intertwined in Episode 1. In Episode 2, we have a serious discussion about Lance’s father who comes out as gay and the impact it had on the Miles family.  Nicki and Lance share how their feelings towards their father evolved in a more positive direction as time progressed.  Episode 3 details the meeting Nicki and Lance had with Marlin K. ...

021: Noah Rasheta's Mormon Transition Pt. 4

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Noah Rasheta — the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast.  This meaningful and compelling interview covers: Noah’s early life as an orthodox Mormon believer and his struggle with the thought that with all of the good in the world, is it possible that the path set forth by the LDS Church is the only valid one? How he felt uneasy and shaken as he broadened his study of the Mormon faith...

020: Noah Rasheta's Mormon Transition Pt. 3

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Noah Rasheta — the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast.  This meaningful and compelling interview covers: Noah’s early life as an orthodox Mormon believer and his struggle with the thought that with all of the good in the world, is it possible that the path set forth by the LDS Church is the only valid one? How he felt uneasy and shaken as he broadened his study of the Mormon faith...

019: Noah Rasheta's Mormon Transition Pt. 2

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Noah Rasheta — the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast.  This meaningful and compelling interview covers: Noah’s early life as an orthodox Mormon believer and his struggle with the thought that with all of the good in the world, is it possible that the path set forth by the LDS Church is the only valid one? How he felt uneasy and shaken as he broadened his study of the Mormon faith...

018: Noah Rasheta's Mormon Transition Pt. 1

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Noah Rasheta — the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast.  This meaningful and compelling interview covers: Noah’s early life as an orthodox Mormon believer and his struggle with the thought that with all of the good in the world, is it possible that the path set forth by the LDS Church is the only valid one? How he felt uneasy and shaken as he broadened his study of the Mormon faith...

017: Utah's Escalating Suicide Crisis and LDS LGBT Despair Pt. 2

Panelists Wendy & Thomas Montgomery and Daniel Parkinson delve into topics related to Utah’s escalating suicide crisis and the feeling of despair that many LDS LGBT individuals experience. Part 1: In this episode, the panel discusses appropriate guidelines when discussing suicide and work to identify possible correlates unique to Utah and the broader LDS LGBT community. Part 2: In this episode, the panel discusses the perceived “whiplash” of mixed messaging from LDS Church leadership abo...

016: Utah's Escalating Suicide Crisis and LDS LGBT Despair Pt. 1

Panelists Wendy & Thomas Montgomery and Daniel Parkinson delve into topics related to Utah’s escalating suicide crisis and the feeling of despair that many LDS LGBT individuals experience. Part 1: In this episode, the panel discusses appropriate guidelines when discussing suicide and work to identify possible correlates unique to Utah and the broader LDS LGBT community. Part 2: In this episode, the panel discusses the perceived “whiplash” of mixed messaging from LDS Church leadership abo...

015: Heidi and Josh Packard's Mormon Transition Pt. 4

SUPER honored/proud to release my latest interview with Heidi Nielson Packard and Dr. Josh Packard. This powerful, informative, and in-depth interview covers: Heidi and Josh’s very orthodox Mormon upbringing and early years as Mormons. For those interested, Heidi’s brother is Christian Nielson, who is married to Stephanie Nielson of the NieNie Dialogues blog (sister to Courtney Clark Kendrick or CJane) Their faith crisis involving science and LDS history (reading Joseph Smith: Rough Stone...

014: Heidi and Josh Packard's Mormon Transition Pt. 3

SUPER honored/proud to release my latest interview with Heidi Nielson Packard and Dr. Josh Packard. This powerful, informative, and in-depth interview covers: Heidi and Josh’s very orthodox Mormon upbringing and early years as Mormons. For those interested, Heidi’s brother is Christian Nielson, who is married to Stephanie Nielson of the NieNie Dialogues blog (sister to Courtney Clark Kendrick or CJane) Their faith crisis involving science and LDS history (reading Joseph Smith: Rough Stone...

013: Heidi and Josh Packard's Mormon Transition Pt. 2

SUPER honored/proud to release my latest interview with Heidi Nielson Packard and Dr. Josh Packard. This powerful, informative, and in-depth interview covers: Heidi and Josh’s very orthodox Mormon upbringing and early years as Mormons. For those interested, Heidi’s brother is Christian Nielson, who is married to Stephanie Nielson of the NieNie Dialogues blog (sister to Courtney Clark Kendrick or CJane) Their faith crisis involving science and LDS history (reading Joseph Smith: Rough Stone...

012: Heidi and Josh Packard's Mormon Transition Pt. 1

SUPER honored/proud to release my latest interview with Heidi Nielson Packard and Dr. Josh Packard. This powerful, informative, and in-depth interview covers: Heidi and Josh’s very orthodox Mormon upbringing and early years as Mormons. For those interested, Heidi’s brother is Christian Nielson, who is married to Stephanie Nielson of the NieNie Dialogues blog (sister to Courtney Clark Kendrick or CJane) Their faith crisis involving science and LDS history (reading Joseph Smith: Rough Stone...

011: Mormon Singles and Sexuality Pt. 2

In this two-part episode, Dr. John Dehlin and his wife Margi hold a panel discussion with Kristin Marie, Michelle Ross, Paul Smith, and Ryan Stott.  The panel navigates topics that include sexuality/purity messaging for the youth of the church, its impacts, and suggestions for approaching sexuality in healthy ways. Part 1: The panel discusses the purity messaging they received as youth in the church and its impact on their sexual education and emotional well-being. Part 2: The panel disc...

010: Mormon Singles and Sexuality Pt. 1

In this two-part episode, Dr. John Dehlin and his wife Margi hold a panel discussion with Kristin Marie, Michelle Ross, Paul Smith, and Ryan Stott.  The panel navigates topics that include sexuality/purity messaging for the youth of the church, its impacts, and suggestions for approaching sexuality in healthy ways. Part 1: The panel discusses the purity messaging they received as youth in the church and its impact on their sexual education and emotional well-being. Part 2: The panel disc...

009: Death, Loss, and Grief Pt. 2

Co-hosts are John and Margi Dehlin.  Today’s Panelists: Emily Celis and Aimee Heffernan.

008: Death, Loss, and Grief Pt. 1

As part 1 in a 2-part series, John and Margi Dehlin discuss death, loss, and grief with Emily Celis and Aimee Heffernan.

007: Communicating with Children during a Mormon Faith Transition Pt. 2

In this episode recorded 2/28/2017, John and Margi Dehlin interview Mary Mealing, Lisa Keyes and Lisa Patterson Butterworth.  This is part 2 in a series on communicating with children during a Mormon faith transition.

006: Healthy Sexuality in a Mormon Transition Pt. 2

In this episode we are joined by sex therapists Natasha Helfer Parker and Kristin Bennion in part 2 of our discussion on healthy sexuality in a Mormon transition.  

005: Healthy Sexuality in a Mormon Transition Pt. 1

In this episode we are joined by sex therapists Natasha Helfer Parker and Kristin Bennion to discuss healthy sexuality in a Mormon transition.  

004: Communicating with Children During a Mormon Faith Transition

In this episode recorded January 31, 2017 Margi and John Dehlin interview Julie De Azevedo-Hanks, Kerstin Koldewyn, and former LDS Quorum of the 70 member Hans Mattsson about how to speak to children during a Mormon faith transition.  Questions and comments are also discussed from our live listening audience.    

Margi Dehlin's Mormon Transition Pt. 3

As the first interview for the new Mormon Transitions project, I am incredibly pleased to interview my dear wife of 23 years, Margaret (Margi) Weber Dehlin. In this three-part interview, I ask Margi a series of 46 questions focusing on thee parts: Part 1: Margi’s life as a believing Mormon.  This includes questions about how her family joined the LDS church in Washington D.C. during the 1970s, reflections on her own “conversion” to the church, Margi’s favorite parts about being a believing,...

Margi Dehlin's Mormon Transition Pt. 2

As the first interview for the new Mormon Transitions project, I am incredibly pleased to interview my dear wife of 23 years, Margaret (Margi) Weber Dehlin. In this three-part interview, I ask Margi a series of 46 questions focusing on thee parts: Part 1: Margi’s life as a believing Mormon.  This includes questions about how her family joined the LDS church in Washington D.C. during the 1970s, reflections on her own “conversion” to the church, Margi’s favorite parts about being a believing,...

Margi Dehlin's Mormon Transition Pt. 1

As the first interview for the new Mormon Transitions project, I am incredibly pleased to interview my dear wife of 23 years, Margaret (Margi) Weber Dehlin. In this three-part interview, I ask Margi a series of 46 questions focusing on thee parts: Part 1: Margi’s life as a believing Mormon.  This includes questions about how her family joined the LDS church in Washington D.C. during the 1970s, reflections on her own “conversion” to the church, Margi’s favorite parts about being a believing,...

003: Communicating with Orthodox/Believing Mormons Pt. 2

In this episode, recorded January 17, 2017, we discuss additional tips on communicating with orthodox/believing Mormons during a faith transition.  Co-hosts are John and Margi Dehlin.  Panelists include Steve Holbrook, Jenny Morrow, Ryan McKnight and Royleane Otteson.

002: Communicating with Orthodox/Believing Mormons Pt. 1

In this episode, recorded January 10, 2017, we discuss tips on communicating with orthodox/believing Mormons.  Co-hosts are John and Margi Dehlin.  Panelists include Amy Grubbs, Shandi Hill, Brynne and Jared Grant, and Tanner Gilliland.

001: Mormon Transitions Live! Introduction

An introduction to Mormon Transitions Live! podcast, hosted by John and Margi Dehlin.  Panelists on today's episode include Amy Grubbs, Shandi Hill, Marco Perez and Dan Wotherspoon.

ARCHIVE: The Oasis Network of Secular Communities – A Possible Home for Unorthodox and Post-Mormons

As progressive and post-Mormons continue to leave the LDS church in increasing numbers, many former LDS church members miss the sense of community that they once enjoyed as active Mormons. Oasis is a network of secular communities that meet weekly (on Sundays), organized according to the following values: 1) People are more important than beliefs. 2) Reality is known through reason. 3) Meaning comes from making a difference 4) Human hands solve human problems. 5) Be accepting and be accepted...

ARCHIVE: Finding Community and Resources through Mormon Spectrum (with Alison Udall)

Alison Udall is the co-founder and main force behind Mormon Spectrum - a web site dedicated to supporting Mormons across the belief spectrum with content and community.  Since the release of Mormon Spectrum in August of 2015, the creation and growth of progressive and post-Mormon support communities have skyrocketed thank to Alison and the Mormon Spectrum team. Mormon Spectrum can accessed here. The Mormon Spectrum community locator map can be accessed here.  This map can be used to locate a...

ARCHIVE: Steve and Chris Holbrook – How to Grow a Healthy Post-Mormon Support Community

In the episode Steve and Chris Holbrook discuss the lessons they have learned in helping to lead/grow the Utah Valley Post-Mormon community to a support community of over 1,400 members, with weekly activities and very high levels of community support, participation, and satisfaction. To locate or create a community in your geographical area, check out the Mormon Spectrum web site. Finally, to hear their background story of what led them to become leaders in the Utah Valley Post-Mormon commun...

ARVHIVE: What I’ve Learned from 15+ Years of Mormon Transitioning

A presentation entitled “What I’ve Learned after 15 Years of Mormon Transitioning” delivered by Dr. John Dehlin at Utah Valley University on August 18, 2015.  Sponsored by the Utah Valley PostMormons.

ARCHIVE: Announcing the Mormon Transitions Project

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIuN4GoOUeY