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An Exciting New Theory On Book Of Mormon Origins [Mormonism Live: 177]

April 25, 2024 14:45 - 2 hours - 120 MB

This week we sit down with Lars Nielsen and take a look at his new theory on Book of Mormon Origins How The Book of Mormon Came to Pass: The Second Greatest Show on Earth – https://www.amazon.com/How-Book-Mormon-Came-Pass-ebook/dp/B0CZSZ1HJ3 https://www.howthebookofmormoncametopass.com

Early Mormon Allegations Of Impropriety [Mormonism Live 176]

April 22, 2024 02:53 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

On this week’s episode we take a look at the historical stories that point to sexual impropriety of Joseph Smith and several other early key leaders in the faith that aren’t traditionally talked about. Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, Martin Harris all come up in the episode and Bill & RFM weigh in on the merit… Read More »Early Mormon Allegations Of Impropriety [Mormonism Live 176]

Joseph Smith’s Fingerprints on the Book of Mormon [RFM 337]

April 12, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

RFM takes a look at some often ignored details that point to who fingerprints are all over the authorship of “The Book of Mormon”

Ancient Gold Plates: What Do They Tell Us About Mormonism’s Gold Plates [Mormonism Live: 175]

April 11, 2024 05:52 - 1 hour - 57 MB

Over the last few weeks a discovery has been making waves in the Mormon World. Gold plates bound by rings with ancient Israelite writing on them. Sound familiar? And YouTube Channels like Ward Radio, David Alexander, and The Stick of Joseph have touted these as evidence for the Book of Mormon. But as soon as… Read More »Ancient Gold Plates: What Do They Tell Us About Mormonism’s Gold Plates [Mormonism Live: 175]

April 2024 Sunday Afternoon Session General Conference Post-Mortem [RFM: 336]

April 08, 2024 01:50 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

RFM breaks down the fifth and final session of General Conference for April, 2024!

April 2024 Sunday Morning Session General Conference Post-Mortem [RFM: 335]

April 07, 2024 19:37 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

RFM breaks down the Sunday morning session of General Conference!

April 2024 General Conference Post-Mortem – Saturday Evening Session [RFM: 334]

April 07, 2024 02:54 - 53 minutes - 38.1 MB

Cover the highlights and lowlights of the April 2024 Saturday Evening Session of General Conference without having to watch it, while being entertained by Radio Free Mormon

April 2024 General Conference Post-Mortem – Saturday Afternoon Session [RFM: 332]

April 07, 2024 01:44 - 50 minutes - 37 MB

Cover the highlights and lowlights of the April 2024 Saturday Afternoon Session of General Conference without having to watch it, while being entertained by Radio Free Mormon

April 2024 General Conference Post-Mortem – Saturday Morning Session [RFM: 332]

April 06, 2024 19:33 - 50 minutes - 36.8 MB

Cover the highlights and lowlights of the April 2024 Saturday Session of General Conference without having to watch it, while being entertained by Radio Free Mormon

A Rabbi’s Take on Book of Mormon Central | Joe Charnes [Mormonism Live: 174]

April 04, 2024 14:29 - 2 hours - 127 MB

Recently Mormonism Live has examined the proposed evidences of the Book of Mormon presented by Book of Mormon Central in their series “A Marvelous Work: How Great the Evidence”. One facet of that has been to tackle their use of Jewish Rabbi Joe Charnes. Rabbi Joe was kind enough to reach out to us and… Read More »A Rabbi’s Take on Book of Mormon Central | Joe Charnes [Mormonism Live: 174]

“The Play’s the Thing”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2, part B: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 009

March 28, 2024 16:45 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

“Welcome back, enthusiasts of the Bard, to another enlightening episode of ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare’! In this edition, our insightful host delves into the complexities of Hamlet Act II, Scene 2, unraveling the intricacies of Shakespeare’s timeless play and noting that “The Play’s the Thing!”. Join us as we explore the nuances of political machinations,… Read More »“The Play’s the Thing”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2, part B: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 009

LDS Church Financial Apologetics w/ Spencer Anderson [Mormonism Live: 173]

March 28, 2024 04:25 - 2 hours - 91.9 MB

On this week’s program we take a look at the Faith matters Podcast with Aaron Miller where they answer the 100 Billion Dollar Question. But do their answers hold up? We sit down with Spencer Anderson to get his perspective on whether these Financial Apologetics hold water or if Miller is just blowing smoke. RESOURCES:https://faithmatters.org/the-100-billion-question-a-conversation-with-aaron-miller/

Jenn Kamp’s Lawsuit Against RFM–DISMISSED!: RFM 330

March 27, 2024 19:21 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

Jenn Kamp’s attempts to get RFM and Gerardo Sumano named as counter-defendants in the Utah civil suit between her and OSF has been denied!

A False Book of Mormon Prophecy?: Radio Free Mormon Sunday School: 011: 2 Nephi 26-33: Lessons 11-12

March 27, 2024 19:11 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

Our study of the Book of Mormon reveals what appears to be a demonstrably false prediction regarding the return of the Jews to their Holy Land in the last days!

Priesthood Ban Refuted by Book of Mormon?: Radio Free Mormon Sunday School: 010: 2 Nephi 20-25: March 4-10

March 27, 2024 19:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

In a strange twist of fate, the Book of Mormon itself seems to refute the priesthood and temple ban on blacks instituted by the LDS Church in 1852 and not discontinued until 1978.

“To Be Or Not To Be”: Hamlet Act III, scene 1; Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 011

March 27, 2024 18:46 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

What’s eating Hamlet? That’s what everyone at court is trying to figure out! As the play progresses, the new king, Claudius, gets closer and closer to discovering Hamlet’s secret–that Hamlet has somehow figured out that Claudius murdered his way to the throne by killing Hamlet’s father!

“O What a Rogue and Peasant Slave am I”: Soliloquy: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 010

March 27, 2024 18:31 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MB

After having gone over this famous soliloquy from Hamlet Act II, scene 2 in the regular podcast, I take some time out here to perform the soliloquy. The rendition may not be stellar, but the soliloquy itself is one of the greatest in the English language!

Who Is Mormon Convert David Alexander [Mormonism Live 172]

March 21, 2024 15:38 - 1 hour - 80.6 MB

Recent LDS Convert David Alexander has been making waves sharing his conversion and testimony everywhere. David claims to have been an Evangelical Pastor and having spent 47 years in Evangelical Christianity before being converted to Mormonism only a few months ago. But what happens when Bill Reel and RFM go digging into David’s background? Where… Read More »Who Is Mormon Convert David Alexander [Mormonism Live 172]

Hebrew Evidence for The Book of Mormon | A Marvelous Work & A Blunder | Part 2 [Mormonism Live 171]

March 14, 2024 17:06 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

In this episode of “Mormonism Live,” hosts Radio Free Mormon and Bill Reel dissect the claims made in the YouTube video titled “Hebrew Evidence for The Book of Mormon | A Marvelous Work | Episode 2” by Scott Christopher and “Book of Mormon Central.” The original video purports to uncover Hebrew evidences for the Book… Read More »Hebrew Evidence for The Book of Mormon | A Marvelous Work & A Blunder | Part 2 [Mormonism Live 171]

Rigdon Spalding Theory: Final Analysis [Mormonism Live 170]

March 07, 2024 15:44 - 2 hours - 95.2 MB

In the “Rigdon-Spalding Theory: Final Analysis,” Bill Reel and RFM delve into the conclusive examination of the theory, welcoming historians and experts Dan Vogel and Bryce Blankenagel. Together, they provide valuable insights, critique, and a comprehensive perspective on the historical aspects surrounding the Rigdon-Spalding theory. The episode serves as a culmination of their exploration, offering… Read More »Rigdon Spalding Theory: Final Analysis [Mormonism Live 170]

How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]

February 29, 2024 14:56 - 2 hours - 104 MB

How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]

Why Is The Book of Mormon So Boring?: Radio Free Mormon Sunday School: 009

February 26, 2024 18:13 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

Today we delve into the Isaiah chapters in 2 Nephi, and RFM shows us how Isaiah can actually be made interesting!

LDS Abuser’s Family Speaks Out! [Mormonism Live 168]

February 22, 2024 03:39 - 1 hour - 75.6 MB

LDS Abuser’s Family Speaks Out! In this bombshell interview on “Mormonism Live,” the family of Shawn Cory Gooden, an LDS (Mormon) bishop charged with child abuse, shares their side of the story. This exclusive conversation will test the claims made by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) regarding Stake President Rhett Hintze’s… Read More »LDS Abuser’s Family Speaks Out! [Mormonism Live 168]

The Monster in the Book of Mormon: 2 Nephi 6-10: RFM Sunday School: 008

February 20, 2024 17:41 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

Join us as RFM dives deep into a textual analysis of this sermon by Jacob. The results are surprising!

“Brevity is the Soul of Wit”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2a: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 008

February 20, 2024 17:34 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

Join us as we continue our exploration of the greatest of all Shakespeare plays: Hamlet!

Mormons vs Ex-Mormons [Mormonism Live: 167]

February 15, 2024 16:26 - 1 hour - 39.1 MB

We review the recent Jubilee video discussion that had Mormons and Ex-Mormons sitting down to discuss differences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Run1f29po8g&t Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonDiscussionsInc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of support for those who… Read More »Mormons vs Ex-Mormons [Mormonism Live: 167]

Hamlet Act II, scene 1: “By Indirections Find Directions Out”: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 007

February 10, 2024 21:06 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

In today’s scene, we find Polonius, the King’s counselor, being sneaky and using spies to gain information. It is a habit that not only contrasts with the “wise” Polonius we have already seen in Act I, it is a practice that will eventually lead to his death. Then his daughter, Ophelia, tells Polonius about an… Read More »Hamlet Act II, scene 1: “By Indirections Find Directions Out”: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 007

Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory Part 2 [Mormonism LIVE 166]

February 08, 2024 05:25 - 2 hours - 89.3 MB

In Examining the Rigdon Spalding theory, hosts Bill Reel and RFM embark on a journey beyond the familiar narrative of golden plates and angels. Delving into the Rigdon Spalding theory, they navigate the murky waters of historical documents and eyewitness accounts to present a compelling case for its consideration. By carefully laying out the best… Read More »Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory Part 2 [Mormonism LIVE 166]

The Book of Mormon Critical Text Project: RFM Sunday School: 006

February 06, 2024 17:36 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

RFM dives into how he was involved with the Critical Text Project, and even ended up changing a word in the text!

Stake President Charged for Not Reporting Child Abuse: RFM: 328

February 06, 2024 17:15 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Stake President Rhett Hintze was just charged with a felony for failing to report child sex abuse. The actual abuse occurred around 20-years ago, but was not reported to President Hintze until 2020. President Hintze called the LDS Abuse Hotline and was told to NOT report it to law enforcement. Now the chickens… Read More »Stake President Charged for Not Reporting Child Abuse: RFM: 328

Stake President Charged for Not Reporting Child Abuse: RFM: 329

February 06, 2024 17:15 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Stake President Rhett Hintze was just charged with a felony for failing to report child sex abuse. The actual abuse occurred around 20-years ago, but was not reported to President Hintze until 2020. President Hintze called the LDS Abuse Hotline and was told to NOT report it to law enforcement. Now the chickens… Read More »Stake President Charged for Not Reporting Child Abuse: RFM: 329

More Things in Heaven and Earth: Hamlet Act I, scene 5: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 006

February 06, 2024 17:07 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

The Ghost of Hamlet’s father, the former King of Denmark, finally delivers his message to Hamlet. It is a message of evil, murder, deceit and revenge! It’s enough to drive a bloke bonkers!

Jenn Kamp Sues Radio Free Mormon: RFM: 328

February 06, 2024 17:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

After failing to get me disbarred, Jenn Kamp has decided to add me to the lawsuit she has going with Open Stories Foundation and John Dehlin in Utah. Just when you thought things couldn’t get any crazier!

Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory Part 1 | Mormonism LIVE 165

February 01, 2024 05:09 - 2 hours - 99.4 MB

Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory [Mormonism LIVE: 165] In “Examining The Rigdon Spalding Theory,” hosts Bill Reel and RFM embark on a journey beyond the familiar narrative of golden plates and angels. Delving into the Rigdon Spalding theory, they navigate the murky waters of historical documents and eyewitness accounts to present a compelling case… Read More »Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory Part 1 | Mormonism LIVE 165

Something is Rotten in the State of Denmark: Hamlet, Act I, scene 4: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 005

January 27, 2024 17:46 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

Act I, scene 4 finds us back on the castle battlements in the middle of the night keeping watch with Hamlet and Horatio for the Ghost of the dead king. Will the Ghost appear? And if the Ghost does appear, what will it say? Join us to find out!

Nephi’s Vision of the Future: Mormon Sunday School: 004

January 26, 2024 15:49 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

RFM breaks down Nephi’s panoramic vision of the future in 1 Nephi 11-14 like nobody else! Sunday School has never been this much fun!

Hamlet, Act I, scene 3: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 004

January 26, 2024 15:42 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MB

Join us as we dive into another scene from the most famous of all Shakespeare plays, “Hamlet!” “To thine own self be true!”

“A Marvelous Work And A Blunder” [Mormonism Live: 164]

January 25, 2024 15:18 - 1 hour - 84.5 MB

Do We discover compelling evidence for the Book of Mormon? In this week’s “Mormonism Live,” hosts Radio Free Mormon and Bill Reel, with guest John Lundwall, critically analyze the YouTube video “A Marvelous Work – The Greatness of the Evidence” by Scott Christopher and “Book of Mormon Central.” Claiming compelling evidence for the Book of… Read More »“A Marvelous Work And A Blunder” [Mormonism Live: 164]

Think Celestial – Celestial Marriage in Mormonism Before 1890

January 18, 2024 14:50 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

In this episode of “Think Celestial – Celestial Marriage Before 1890” we embark on a journey through the annals of Mormon history to unravel the definition of Celestial Marriage as well as “The New and Everlasting Covenant” before the pivotal year of 1890 when Wilford Woodruff issued the Manifesto marking the beginning steps of ending… Read More »Think Celestial – Celestial Marriage in Mormonism Before 1890

Mormon Church Hires LGBT Ally as Head Spokesman – The Mormon Newscast 005

January 16, 2024 16:49 - 1 hour - 48.4 MB

Mormon Church Hires LGBT Ally as Head Spokesman will be our lead story tonight. We will also be covering some news about Tim Ballard, Chad Daybell, an Alcohol trademark violation in Utah, and Grant Hardy’s Annotated Book of Mormon!

Hamlet: Act I, scene 2: A Little More than Kin and Less than Kind: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 003

January 15, 2024 20:48 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB

Making Shakespeare fun and easy! Join us with our exploration of Hamlet in this overview of Act I, scene 2!

Come and Partake of the Fruit: Mormon Sunday School: 003

January 15, 2024 20:39 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

RFM does an in depth comparison of Lehi’s Dream of the Tree of Life in the Book of Mormon with a dream of Joseph Smith’s father in 1811. The results are astonishing!

Temple Madness: Mormonism Live: 162

January 11, 2024 20:59 - 2 hours - 83.2 MB

Join us for a special episode of “Mormonism LIVE” titled “Temple Madness,” where we’re turning the spotlight on the lighter side of LDS temple experiences. In this unique and entertaining episode, we invite callers from the Mormon community to share their funniest, craziest, wackiest, and most bizarre temple stories that have occurred in the Church… Read More »Temple Madness: Mormonism Live: 162

A Tale of Two Testimonies: Mormon Sunday School: 001

January 08, 2024 17:18 - 38.2 MB

Join Radio Free Mormon as we begin our study of the Book of Mormon using the Sunday School materials for the LDS Church. Where you learn the stuff you’re never gonna hear in regular Sunday school!

Hamlet–Introduction: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 001

January 08, 2024 17:10 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Join us as we make Shakespeare fun, easy and fabulous! The way it was meant to be! We begin this series with an introduction to the greatest of all Shakespeare plays–HAMLET!

Hamlet, Act I, scene 1: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 002

January 08, 2024 17:07 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

Today we jump with both feet into the first scene of Hamlet! What other play has a ghost appearing not once, but twice, in the very first scene?! Hamlet is the best play ever written!

The Slaying of Laban: Mormon Sunday School: 002

January 08, 2024 16:59 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MB

RFM covers 1 Nephi 1-5, with special emphasis on the problematic story of Nephi murdering Laban!

Growing Up Black In Mormonism [Mormonism Live: 161]

January 04, 2024 17:09 - 2 hours - 98.3 MB

Growing Up Black In Mormonism [Mormonism Live: 161] Join hosts RFM and Bill Reel in this insightful episode of “Mormonism LIVE” as they engage in a candid conversation with Summur Rayn, a remarkable African American woman sharing her unique perspective on growing up in the Mormon community. We also get to her a bit about… Read More »Growing Up Black In Mormonism [Mormonism Live: 161]

Big News for 2024! RFM: 327

January 01, 2024 18:01 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

RFM is gearing up TWO new weekly podcasts in 2024! The first is “Mormon Sunday School,” which will cover the LDS Church’s “Come Follow Me” Manual on the Book of Mormon for the year.   The second is “Brush Up Your Shakespeare,” making Shakespeare fun and easy, the way it was always meant to be! Both… Read More »Big News for 2024! RFM: 327

MORE Tim Ballard Bombshells! RFM: 325

January 01, 2024 17:53 - 58 minutes - 54 MB

Long-time associate and financier of Operation Underground Railroad, Paul Hutchinson, drops a video with plenty of bombshells scoring direct hits on OUR and its founder, Tim Ballard. RFM reviews the highlights!

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