Thu, 5 December 2019
In our first in a series of condensed interviews where we interview mixed-faith couples and get right to the heart of the issues they face, we meet with Polly and Justin Brown. Polly and Justin were recently featured on an episode of the Marriage on a Tightrope Podcast and today we are excited to hear their story.
Direct download: MormonStories-1231-PollyandJustinBrownPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Thu, 5 December 2019
In our first in a series of condensed interviews where we interview mixed-faith couples and get right to the heart of the issues they face, we meet with Polly and Justin Brown. Polly and Justin were recently featured on an episode of the Marriage on a Tightrope Podcast and today we are excited to hear their story.
Direct download: MormonStories-1230-PollyandJustinBrownPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Wed, 4 December 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19
Direct download: MormonStories-1229-WayneSermonThrive.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Wed, 4 December 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19 |
Wed, 4 December 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19
Direct download: MormonStories-1227-SarahNewcombThrive.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Wed, 27 November 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19 |
Wed, 27 November 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19 |
Wed, 27 November 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19
Direct download: MormonStories-1224-ChristianMooreThrive.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Wed, 27 November 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19 |
Mon, 25 November 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19
Direct download: MormonStories-1222-JuliennaViegasThrive.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:30am MDT |
Mon, 25 November 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19
Direct download: MormonStories-1221-AmberScorahThrive.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Mon, 25 November 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19
Direct download: MormonStories-1220-LisaHackingThrive.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Mon, 25 November 2019
Live at THRIVEDAY Conference, Salt Lake City, UT 11/17/19 |
Fri, 22 November 2019
Our follow-up interview with author Amber Scorah of the book "Leaving the Witness" at the Community of Christ in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this interview, we solicit comments and questions from our live audience. |
Wed, 20 November 2019
I have SUPER good news for those of you who have always wanted to attend a Mormon Stories / Faith Crisis Retreat...I have a super cool opportunity.
Direct download: MormonStories-Announcment-StGeorgeRetreat.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:50pm MDT |
Mon, 18 November 2019
While in Seattle, Washington this past week—we were excited to finally put a face to the voice that so many in the post- and progressive-Mormon world have come to know—by interviewing the host of the Radio Free Mormon podcast of the family of Mormon Discussions podcasts. While we still do not disclose his name, we are confident that after this 7-hour journey with "RFM," you will come away with an accurate depiction of the man behind some of the most informative and entertaining podcasts in the Mormon community. Broadcasting behind Enemy lines, Radio Free Mormon tackles the difficult subjects in Mormonism like no one else. Dissecting things like a surgeon, RFM gets to the crux of the issue, exposing all the connections and subtleties that lie below the surface. His unique sense of humor, his knowledge of Mormonism, his displaying of the data. If you haven’t yet listened, you likely could use some Radio Free Mormon in your life. |
Mon, 18 November 2019
While in Seattle, Washington this past week—we were excited to finally put a face to the voice that so many in the post- and progressive-Mormon world have come to know—by interviewing the host of the Radio Free Mormon podcast of the family of Mormon Discussions podcasts. While we still do not disclose his name, we are confident that after this 7-hour journey with "RFM," you will come away with an accurate depiction of the man behind some of the most informative and entertaining podcasts in the Mormon community. Broadcasting behind Enemy lines, Radio Free Mormon tackles the difficult subjects in Mormonism like no one else. Dissecting things like a surgeon, RFM gets to the crux of the issue, exposing all the connections and subtleties that lie below the surface. His unique sense of humor, his knowledge of Mormonism, his displaying of the data. If you haven’t yet listened, you likely could use some Radio Free Mormon in your life. |
Mon, 18 November 2019
While in Seattle, Washington this past week—we were excited to finally put a face to the voice that so many in the post- and progressive-Mormon world have come to know—by interviewing the host of the Radio Free Mormon podcast of the family of Mormon Discussions podcasts. While we still do not disclose his name, we are confident that after this 7-hour journey with "RFM," you will come away with an accurate depiction of the man behind some of the most informative and entertaining podcasts in the Mormon community. Broadcasting behind Enemy lines, Radio Free Mormon tackles the difficult subjects in Mormonism like no one else. Dissecting things like a surgeon, RFM gets to the crux of the issue, exposing all the connections and subtleties that lie below the surface. His unique sense of humor, his knowledge of Mormonism, his displaying of the data. If you haven’t yet listened, you likely could use some Radio Free Mormon in your life. |
Mon, 18 November 2019
While in Seattle, Washington this past week—we were excited to finally put a face to the voice that so many in the post- and progressive-Mormon world have come to know—by interviewing the host of the Radio Free Mormon podcast of the family of Mormon Discussions podcasts. While we still do not disclose his name, we are confident that after this 7-hour journey with "RFM," you will come away with an accurate depiction of the man behind some of the most informative and entertaining podcasts in the Mormon community. Broadcasting behind Enemy lines, Radio Free Mormon tackles the difficult subjects in Mormonism like no one else. Dissecting things like a surgeon, RFM gets to the crux of the issue, exposing all the connections and subtleties that lie below the surface. His unique sense of humor, his knowledge of Mormonism, his displaying of the data. If you haven’t yet listened, you likely could use some Radio Free Mormon in your life. |
Mon, 18 November 2019
While in Seattle, Washington this past week—we were excited to finally put a face to the voice that so many in the post- and progressive-Mormon world have come to know—by interviewing the host of the Radio Free Mormon podcast of the family of Mormon Discussions podcasts. While we still do not disclose his name, we are confident that after this 7-hour journey with "RFM," you will come away with an accurate depiction of the man behind some of the most informative and entertaining podcasts in the Mormon community. Broadcasting behind Enemy lines, Radio Free Mormon tackles the difficult subjects in Mormonism like no one else. Dissecting things like a surgeon, RFM gets to the crux of the issue, exposing all the connections and subtleties that lie below the surface. His unique sense of humor, his knowledge of Mormonism, his displaying of the data. If you haven’t yet listened, you likely could use some Radio Free Mormon in your life. |
Mon, 18 November 2019
While in Seattle, Washington this past week—we were excited to finally put a face to the voice that so many in the post- and progressive-Mormon world have come to know—by interviewing the host of the Radio Free Mormon podcast of the family of Mormon Discussions podcasts. While we still do not disclose his name, we are confident that after this 7-hour journey with "RFM," you will come away with an accurate depiction of the man behind some of the most informative and entertaining podcasts in the Mormon community. Broadcasting behind Enemy lines, Radio Free Mormon tackles the difficult subjects in Mormonism like no one else. Dissecting things like a surgeon, RFM gets to the crux of the issue, exposing all the connections and subtleties that lie below the surface. His unique sense of humor, his knowledge of Mormonism, his displaying of the data. If you haven’t yet listened, you likely could use some Radio Free Mormon in your life. |
Mon, 18 November 2019
While in Seattle, Washington this past week—we were excited to finally put a face to the voice that so many in the post- and progressive-Mormon world have come to know—by interviewing the host of the Radio Free Mormon podcast of the family of Mormon Discussions podcasts. While we still do not disclose his name, we are confident that after this 7-hour journey with "RFM," you will come away with an accurate depiction of the man behind some of the most informative and entertaining podcasts in the Mormon community. Broadcasting behind Enemy lines, Radio Free Mormon tackles the difficult subjects in Mormonism like no one else. Dissecting things like a surgeon, RFM gets to the crux of the issue, exposing all the connections and subtleties that lie below the surface. His unique sense of humor, his knowledge of Mormonism, his displaying of the data. If you haven’t yet listened, you likely could use some Radio Free Mormon in your life. |
Thu, 14 November 2019
Today we interview Mike Brown. Mike is interesting and important to Mormon Stories Podcast for a number of reasons. 1) Mike has a compelling story of how Mormon Truth claims deeply affected his relationship to the church. 2) Mike has studied Mormon Truth Claims more than most Mormons I know, and has authored 31 essays exploring Mormon Truth claims, which have been posted to the Mormon Stories Podcast website. Finally, 3) Mike was one of the original supporters of the Mormon Stories Podcast billboard campaign, which has been responsible for helping thousands of Mormons find support during their faith crisis. Today Mike will share with us his story, and then we will go deep into his explorations and discoveries regarding Mormon Truth Claims. |
Thu, 14 November 2019
Today we interview Mike Brown. Mike is interesting and important to Mormon Stories Podcast for a number of reasons. 1) Mike has a compelling story of how Mormon Truth claims deeply affected his relationship to the church. 2) Mike has studied Mormon Truth Claims more than most Mormons I know, and has authored 31 essays exploring Mormon Truth claims, which have been posted to the Mormon Stories Podcast website. Finally, 3) Mike was one of the original supporters of the Mormon Stories Podcast billboard campaign, which has been responsible for helping thousands of Mormons find support during their faith crisis. Today Mike will share with us his story, and then we will go deep into his explorations and discoveries regarding Mormon Truth Claims. |
Thu, 14 November 2019
Today we interview Mike Brown. Mike is interesting and important to Mormon Stories Podcast for a number of reasons. 1) Mike has a compelling story of how Mormon Truth claims deeply affected his relationship to the church. 2) Mike has studied Mormon Truth Claims more than most Mormons I know, and has authored 31 essays exploring Mormon Truth claims, which have been posted to the Mormon Stories Podcast website. Finally, 3) Mike was one of the original supporters of the Mormon Stories Podcast billboard campaign, which has been responsible for helping thousands of Mormons find support during their faith crisis. Today Mike will share with us his story, and then we will go deep into his explorations and discoveries regarding Mormon Truth Claims. |
Thu, 14 November 2019
Today we interview Mike Brown. Mike is interesting and important to Mormon Stories Podcast for a number of reasons. 1) Mike has a compelling story of how Mormon Truth claims deeply affected his relationship to the church. 2) Mike has studied Mormon Truth Claims more than most Mormons I know, and has authored 31 essays exploring Mormon Truth claims, which have been posted to the Mormon Stories Podcast website. Finally, 3) Mike was one of the original supporters of the Mormon Stories Podcast billboard campaign, which has been responsible for helping thousands of Mormons find support during their faith crisis. Today Mike will share with us his story, and then we will go deep into his explorations and discoveries regarding Mormon Truth Claims. |
Mon, 11 November 2019
On November 17th in Salt Lake City we will be holding the largest conference for post-Mormons ever assembled. The focus of THRIVEDAY will be healing, growth, and community for post-Mormons. This meeting will NOT be about criticizing or discussing the Mormon church. We are hopeful that everyone who attends will feel educated, uplifted, and empowered. |
Fri, 8 November 2019
In today's episode of Mormon Stories Podcast we bring back Youtuber, Podcaster, Author, and Sex expert Laci Green to discuss her take on "10 Things You Should Know About Sexuality After Mormonism." |
Fri, 8 November 2019
In today's episode of Mormon Stories Podcast we bring back Youtuber, Podcaster, Author, and Sex expert Laci Green to discuss her take on "10 Things You Should Know About Sexuality After Mormonism." |
Fri, 1 November 2019
Laci Green is an internationally recognized YouTuber (1.4M subscribers), author, and podcaster. Prior to 2019, Laci's Youtube content and public activism primarily focused on sex education which culminated with Laci being named one of the 30 most influential people on the Internet by Time Magazine (2016). |
Fri, 1 November 2019
Laci Green is an internationally recognized YouTuber (1.4M subscribers), author, and podcaster. Prior to 2019, Laci's Youtube content and public activism primarily focused on sex education which culminated with Laci being named one of the 30 most influential people on the Internet by Time Magazine (2016). |
Wed, 30 October 2019
In today's episode of Mormon Stories Podcast we talk with Chris Shelton about the complexities of leaving Scientology, and how he became an ex-Scientology activist.
Direct download: MormonStories-1202-ChrisSheltonExPt4.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:30am MDT |
Wed, 30 October 2019
In today's episode of Mormon Stories Podcast we talk with Chris Shelton about the complexities of leaving Scientology, and how he became an ex-Scientology activist.
Direct download: MormonStories-1201-ChrisSheltonExPt3.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Wed, 30 October 2019
In today's episode of Mormon Stories Podcast we talk with Chris Shelton about the complexities of leaving Scientology, and how he became an ex-Scientology activist.
Direct download: MormonStories-1200-ChrisSheltonExPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Wed, 30 October 2019
In today's episode of Mormon Stories Podcast we talk with Chris Shelton about the complexities of leaving Scientology, and how he became an ex-Scientology activist.
Direct download: MormonStories-1199-ChrisSheltonExPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Fri, 25 October 2019
Join us today as we continue our multi-part series on Scientology with Chris Shelton - Critical Thinker. Chris is a former Scientologist and Sea Org member and is now a writer, consultant podcaster, YouTuber and advocate for critical thinking. Today we will be focusing on: - Chris' life as a Scientologist, including his time as a member of the elite Sea Org. - The events that led to Chris leaving Scientology. - Chris' life as an ex-Scientologist activist. As always, we will be exploring the similarities and differences between Scientology and Mormonism.
Direct download: MormonStories-1198-LifeAsAScientologistPt4.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:30am MDT |
Fri, 25 October 2019
Join us today as we continue our multi-part series on Scientology with Chris Shelton - Critical Thinker. Chris is a former Scientologist and Sea Org member and is now a writer, consultant podcaster, YouTuber and advocate for critical thinking. Today we will be focusing on: - Chris' life as a Scientologist, including his time as a member of the elite Sea Org. - The events that led to Chris leaving Scientology. - Chris' life as an ex-Scientologist activist. As always, we will be exploring the similarities and differences between Scientology and Mormonism.
Direct download: MormonStories-1197-LifeAsAScientologistPt3.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Fri, 25 October 2019
Join us today as we continue our multi-part series on Scientology with Chris Shelton - Critical Thinker. Chris is a former Scientologist and Sea Org member and is now a writer, consultant podcaster, YouTuber and advocate for critical thinking. Today we will be focusing on: - Chris' life as a Scientologist, including his time as a member of the elite Sea Org. - The events that led to Chris leaving Scientology. - Chris' life as an ex-Scientologist activist. As always, we will be exploring the similarities and differences between Scientology and Mormonism.
Direct download: MormonStories-1196-LifeAsAScientologistPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Fri, 25 October 2019
Join us today as we continue our multi-part series on Scientology with Chris Shelton - Critical Thinker. Chris is a former Scientologist and Sea Org member and is now a writer, consultant podcaster, YouTuber and advocate for critical thinking. Today we will be focusing on: - Chris' life as a Scientologist, including his time as a member of the elite Sea Org. - The events that led to Chris leaving Scientology. - Chris' life as an ex-Scientologist activist. As always, we will be exploring the similarities and differences between Scientology and Mormonism.
Direct download: MormonStories-1195-LifeAsAScientologistPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Fri, 18 October 2019
In today's episode we will continue our series on the parallels between Scientology/Mormonism - interviewing Chris Shelton - Critical Thinker -- a former Scientologist and Sea Org member, and current writer, consultant podcaster, YouTuber and advocate for critical thinking.
Direct download: MormonStories-1194-ChrisSheltonMiscavigePt3.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Fri, 18 October 2019
In today's episode we will continue our series on the parallels between Scientology/Mormonism - interviewing Chris Shelton - Critical Thinker -- a former Scientologist and Sea Org member, and current writer, consultant podcaster, YouTuber and advocate for critical thinking.
Direct download: MormonStories-1193-ChrisSheltonMiscavigePt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Fri, 18 October 2019
In today's episode we will continue our series on the parallels between Scientology/Mormonism - interviewing Chris Shelton - Critical Thinker -- a former Scientologist and Sea Org member, and current writer, consultant podcaster, YouTuber and advocate for critical thinking.
Direct download: MormonStories-1192-ChrisSheltonMiscavigePt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Wed, 16 October 2019
Today we sit down with ex-Scientologist and Youtuber Chris Shelton to discuss a brief history of Scientology - with a focus on parallels between Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard and Mormon church founder Joseph Smith. |
Wed, 16 October 2019
Today we sit down with ex-Scientologist and Youtuber Chris Shelton to discuss a brief history of Scientology - with a focus on parallels between Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard and Mormon church founder Joseph Smith. |
Wed, 16 October 2019
Today we sit down with ex-Scientologist and Youtuber Chris Shelton to discuss a brief history of Scientology - with a focus on parallels between Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard and Mormon church founder Joseph Smith. |
Fri, 11 October 2019
Have you explored drinking alcohol after losing faith in Mormonism? Have you or a loved one struggled with alcohol abuse during or after your faith journey? In this episode my dear friend Brittany Holley opens up about her journey with alcohol use and abuse after a Mormon faith crisis.
Direct download: MormonStories-1188-BrittanyHolleyPt3.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Fri, 11 October 2019
Have you explored drinking alcohol after losing faith in Mormonism? Have you or a loved one struggled with alcohol abuse during or after your faith journey? In this episode my dear friend Brittany Holley opens up about her journey with alcohol use and abuse after a Mormon faith crisis.
Direct download: MormonStories-1187-BrittanyHolleyPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Fri, 11 October 2019
Have you explored drinking alcohol after losing faith in Mormonism? Have you or a loved one struggled with alcohol abuse during or after your faith journey? In this episode my dear friend Brittany Holley opens up about her journey with alcohol use and abuse after a Mormon faith crisis.
Direct download: MormonStories-1186-BrittanyHolleyPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Mon, 7 October 2019
Mormon Stories had the real privilege of interviewing Daniel “Wayne” Sermon of Imagine Dragons, along with his wise and talented wife Alex Sermon, an accomplished professional ballerina, in their home in Las Vegas. In this interview the Sermons open up about their lives as Mormons, their life with Imagine Dragons, and their journey out of Mormonism. Their interview is so inspiring....especially regarding their devoted partnership. |
Mon, 7 October 2019
Mormon Stories had the real privilege of interviewing Daniel “Wayne” Sermon of Imagine Dragons, along with his wise and talented wife Alex Sermon, an accomplished professional ballerina, in their home in Las Vegas. In this interview the Sermons open up about their lives as Mormons, their life with Imagine Dragons, and their journey out of Mormonism. Their interview is so inspiring....especially regarding their devoted partnership. |
Mon, 7 October 2019
Mormon Stories had the real privilege of interviewing Daniel “Wayne” Sermon of Imagine Dragons, along with his wise and talented wife Alex Sermon, an accomplished professional ballerina, in their home in Las Vegas. In this interview the Sermons open up about their lives as Mormons, their life with Imagine Dragons, and their journey out of Mormonism. Their interview is so inspiring....especially regarding their devoted partnership. |
Mon, 7 October 2019
Mormon Stories had the real privilege of interviewing Daniel “Wayne” Sermon of Imagine Dragons, along with his wise and talented wife Alex Sermon, an accomplished professional ballerina, in their home in Las Vegas. In this interview the Sermons open up about their lives as Mormons, their life with Imagine Dragons, and their journey out of Mormonism. Their interview is so inspiring....especially regarding their devoted partnership. |
Mon, 7 October 2019
Mormon Stories had the real privilege of interviewing Daniel “Wayne” Sermon of Imagine Dragons, along with his wise and talented wife Alex Sermon, an accomplished professional ballerina, in their home in Las Vegas. In this interview the Sermons open up about their lives as Mormons, their life with Imagine Dragons, and their journey out of Mormonism. Their interview is so inspiring....especially regarding their devoted partnership. |
Wed, 2 October 2019
IMPORTANT! This Saturday morning (8:30am) in Salt Lake City we will be convening with Sam Young for The March to Save a Child (during LDS General Conference Weekend). |
Wed, 25 September 2019
Join us now as we interview the author of the new book “Bridges - Ministering to Those Who Question.” In Part 1 we will hear David’s story - focusing on how he came to write a book in support of disaffected Mormons. In Part 2 and 3 we will explore his book, digging into his suggestions for how to minister to Mormons who are struggling with their faith, and how the LDS church can become a more hospitable place for Mormons who question/doubt/disbelieve. |
Wed, 25 September 2019
Join us now as we interview the author of the new book “Bridges - Ministering to Those Who Question.” In Part 1 we will hear David’s story - focusing on how he came to write a book in support of disaffected Mormons. In Part 2 and 3 we will explore his book, digging into his suggestions for how to minister to Mormons who are struggling with their faith, and how the LDS church can become a more hospitable place for Mormons who question/doubt/disbelieve. |
Wed, 25 September 2019
Join us now as we interview the author of the new book “Bridges - Ministering to Those Who Question.” In Part 1 we will hear David’s story - focusing on how he came to write a book in support of disaffected Mormons. In Part 2 and 3 we will explore his book, digging into his suggestions for how to minister to Mormons who are struggling with their faith, and how the LDS church can become a more hospitable place for Mormons who question/doubt/disbelieve. |
Wed, 18 September 2019
Marlena Smith’s parents joined the Mormon church as black converts after the priesthood ban was lifted (1978). After her parents moved to Utah, Marlena was born in 1989 in Provo, Utah. Marlena was raised as a devout Mormon in Lindon and Pleasant Grove - as the only black family in her ward and stake. Later Marlena attended BYU and married in the Payson temple. |
Wed, 18 September 2019
Marlena Smith’s parents joined the Mormon church as black converts after the priesthood ban was lifted (1978). After her parents moved to Utah, Marlena was born in 1989 in Provo, Utah. Marlena was raised as a devout Mormon in Lindon and Pleasant Grove - as the only black family in her ward and stake. Later Marlena attended BYU and married in the Payson temple. |
Wed, 18 September 2019
Marlena Smith’s parents joined the Mormon church as black converts after the priesthood ban was lifted (1978). After her parents moved to Utah, Marlena was born in 1989 in Provo, Utah. Marlena was raised as a devout Mormon in Lindon and Pleasant Grove - as the only black family in her ward and stake. Later Marlena attended BYU and married in the Payson temple. |
Thu, 29 August 2019
Join us now on Mormon Stories Podcast as we do an all-day, live-streamed series of interviews on "How to Survive BYU as an Unorthodox or Non-Believing Student." Please share your questions, comments, and stories here so we can use them in the show. This segment focuses on the BYU Survival Guide, created by our panel of guests today. And please share this info with anyone who you think might benefit from it, including any past, present, or future Brigham Young University-Provo or Brigham Young University–Idaho students. Thanks in advance.
Direct download: MormonStories-1173-BYUUndergroundPt5.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 4:00am MDT |
Thu, 29 August 2019
Join us now for Part 4 of our Mormon Stories Podcast series on “How to Survive BYU as an Unorthodox or Non-Believing Student.” We will be interviewing Andrew, one of the co-founders of the “BYU Survival Guide” - a survival guide for unorthodox and non-believing BYU students.
Direct download: MormonStories-1172-BYUUndergroundPt4.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:30am MDT |
Thu, 29 August 2019
Join us now for Part 3 of our Mormon Stories Podcast series on “How to Survive BYU as an Unorthodox or Non-Believing Student.” We will be interviewing Jared Brinton, brother of dear friend and Mormon Stories Podcast listener Janelle Brinton.
Direct download: MormonStories-1171-BYUUndergroundPt3.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Thu, 29 August 2019
Join us now on Mormon Stories Podcast as we do an all-day, live-streamed series of interviews on "How to Survive BYU as an Unorthodox or Non-Believing Student." Please share your questions, comments, and stories here so we can use them in the show. And please share this info with anyone who you think might benefit from it, including any past, present, or future Brigham Young University-Provo or Brigham Young University–Idaho students. Thanks in advance.
Direct download: MormonStories-1170-BYUUndergroundPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Thu, 29 August 2019
Join us now on Mormon Stories Podcast as we do an all-day, live-streamed series of interviews on "How to Survive BYU as an Unorthodox or Non-Believing Student."
Direct download: MormonStories-1169-BYUUndergroundPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Thu, 22 August 2019
![]() SUMMARY: While I am pleased to finally see extensive news coverage of Mormon Bishop/Stake High Councilman Steven Murdock’s voyeurism story, I feel strongly that the reporters are missing the most important part of this story: basically, that Mormon church leadership explicitly knew of Bishop Murdock’s history of sexual harassment as early as 2017, but chose to ignore the reports, kept him in as bishop for several months after the firing, and eventually “promoted” Steven Murdock to the Stake High Council in spite of at least three different direct reports regarding his pattern of behavior. The following report comes from personal interviews with over 20 individuals who have personal relationships with Steven Murdock, either as friends, co-workers, neighbors, or ward/stake members. |
Thu, 22 August 2019
Presented at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, UT
Direct download: MormonStories-1167-AnthonyMillerGrowingBeyondGriefPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Thu, 22 August 2019
Presented at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, UT
Direct download: MormonStories-1166-AnthonyMillerGrowingBeyondGriefPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Thu, 22 August 2019
![]() Anthony shares the feedback he received from his Mormon Story
Direct download: MormonStories-1165-AnthonyMillerEpilogue.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Fri, 9 August 2019
Anthony Miller is widely known across post- and progressive- Mormon internet communities for his thoughtful contributions on faith, spirituality, religion, scripture, and relationships. Anthony has presented at multiple Sunstone Symposium sessions in the past and at this Summer's Thrive Conference where he gave a presentation titled "Growing Beyond Grief" which we hope to feature on a future episode of Mormon Stories / The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis. Anthony has also given past interviews with Gina Colvin's A Thoughtful Faith and appeared on multiple episodes with Bill Reel and Allan Mount (linked on Anthony's blog) unpacking the Gospel Topic Essays. On these episodes with Mormon Stories, we hope to dig deep into Anthony's personal Mormon story including: *What he calls his "literal faith" in the truth claims of the Mormon Church, including using his patriarchal blessing as the literal guidebook for the choices and direction he pursed in life ....and so much more. We hope our listeners will draw from Anthony's rich experience in learning to navigate a mixed faith marriage, communicating across faith and belief, reconstructing a sense of spirituality after a faith crisis, and creating support communities for people inside and outside the edge of Mormonism. |
Fri, 9 August 2019
Anthony Miller is widely known across post- and progressive- Mormon internet communities for his thoughtful contributions on faith, spirituality, religion, scripture, and relationships. Anthony has presented at multiple Sunstone Symposium sessions in the past and at this Summer's Thrive Conference where he gave a presentation titled "Growing Beyond Grief" which we hope to feature on a future episode of Mormon Stories / The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis. Anthony has also given past interviews with Gina Colvin's A Thoughtful Faith and appeared on multiple episodes with Bill Reel and Allan Mount (linked on Anthony's blog) unpacking the Gospel Topic Essays. On these episodes with Mormon Stories, we hope to dig deep into Anthony's personal Mormon story including: *What he calls his "literal faith" in the truth claims of the Mormon Church, including using his patriarchal blessing as the literal guidebook for the choices and direction he pursed in life ....and so much more. We hope our listeners will draw from Anthony's rich experience in learning to navigate a mixed faith marriage, communicating across faith and belief, reconstructing a sense of spirituality after a faith crisis, and creating support communities for people inside and outside the edge of Mormonism. |
Fri, 9 August 2019
Anthony Miller is widely known across post- and progressive- Mormon internet communities for his thoughtful contributions on faith, spirituality, religion, scripture, and relationships. Anthony has presented at multiple Sunstone Symposium sessions in the past and at this Summer's Thrive Conference where he gave a presentation titled "Growing Beyond Grief" which we hope to feature on a future episode of Mormon Stories / The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis. Anthony has also given past interviews with Gina Colvin's A Thoughtful Faith and appeared on multiple episodes with Bill Reel and Allan Mount (linked on Anthony's blog) unpacking the Gospel Topic Essays. On these episodes with Mormon Stories, we hope to dig deep into Anthony's personal Mormon story including: *What he calls his "literal faith" in the truth claims of the Mormon Church, including using his patriarchal blessing as the literal guidebook for the choices and direction he pursed in life ....and so much more. We hope our listeners will draw from Anthony's rich experience in learning to navigate a mixed faith marriage, communicating across faith and belief, reconstructing a sense of spirituality after a faith crisis, and creating support communities for people inside and outside the edge of Mormonism. |
Fri, 9 August 2019
Anthony Miller is widely known across post- and progressive- Mormon internet communities for his thoughtful contributions on faith, spirituality, religion, scripture, and relationships. Anthony has presented at multiple Sunstone Symposium sessions in the past and at this Summer's Thrive Conference where he gave a presentation titled "Growing Beyond Grief" which we hope to feature on a future episode of Mormon Stories / The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis. Anthony has also given past interviews with Gina Colvin's A Thoughtful Faith and appeared on multiple episodes with Bill Reel and Allan Mount (linked on Anthony's blog) unpacking the Gospel Topic Essays. On these episodes with Mormon Stories, we hope to dig deep into Anthony's personal Mormon story including: *What he calls his "literal faith" in the truth claims of the Mormon Church, including using his patriarchal blessing as the literal guidebook for the choices and direction he pursed in life ....and so much more. We hope our listeners will draw from Anthony's rich experience in learning to navigate a mixed faith marriage, communicating across faith and belief, reconstructing a sense of spirituality after a faith crisis, and creating support communities for people inside and outside the edge of Mormonism. |
Fri, 9 August 2019
Anthony Miller is widely known across post- and progressive- Mormon internet communities for his thoughtful contributions on faith, spirituality, religion, scripture, and relationships. Anthony has presented at multiple Sunstone Symposium sessions in the past and at this Summer's Thrive Conference where he gave a presentation titled "Growing Beyond Grief" which we hope to feature on a future episode of Mormon Stories / The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis. Anthony has also given past interviews with Gina Colvin's A Thoughtful Faith and appeared on multiple episodes with Bill Reel and Allan Mount (linked on Anthony's blog) unpacking the Gospel Topic Essays. On these episodes with Mormon Stories, we hope to dig deep into Anthony's personal Mormon story including: *What he calls his "literal faith" in the truth claims of the Mormon Church, including using his patriarchal blessing as the literal guidebook for the choices and direction he pursed in life ....and so much more. We hope our listeners will draw from Anthony's rich experience in learning to navigate a mixed faith marriage, communicating across faith and belief, reconstructing a sense of spirituality after a faith crisis, and creating support communities for people inside and outside the edge of Mormonism. |
Fri, 9 August 2019
Anthony Miller is widely known across post- and progressive- Mormon internet communities for his thoughtful contributions on faith, spirituality, religion, scripture, and relationships. Anthony has presented at multiple Sunstone Symposium sessions in the past and at this Summer's Thrive Conference where he gave a presentation titled "Growing Beyond Grief" which we hope to feature on a future episode of Mormon Stories / The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis. Anthony has also given past interviews with Gina Colvin's A Thoughtful Faith and appeared on multiple episodes with Bill Reel and Allan Mount (linked on Anthony's blog) unpacking the Gospel Topic Essays. On these episodes with Mormon Stories, we hope to dig deep into Anthony's personal Mormon story including: *What he calls his "literal faith" in the truth claims of the Mormon Church, including using his patriarchal blessing as the literal guidebook for the choices and direction he pursed in life ....and so much more. We hope our listeners will draw from Anthony's rich experience in learning to navigate a mixed faith marriage, communicating across faith and belief, reconstructing a sense of spirituality after a faith crisis, and creating support communities for people inside and outside the edge of Mormonism. |
Mon, 5 August 2019
Presented by John Dehlin at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah http://thrivebeyondmormonism.org |
Fri, 2 August 2019
Presented by Christian Moore at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah http://thrivebeyondmormonism.org |
Wed, 31 July 2019
Presented by Natasha Helfer Parker at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah |
Mon, 29 July 2019
Presented by Margi Dehlin at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah |
Mon, 22 July 2019
What could cause one of the Mormon church's "best and brightest" women to lose their faith in the church? For part 2 of today’s interview with Donna Showalter, we will hear how an east bench, Provo, Utah Mormon mother, former Relief Society President, former Stake Young Women’s President, and BYU employee navigated her Mormon faith crisis. - This story includes the gripping account of what happened when they asked Mormon apostle Jeffrey R. Holland to heal their son of his gayness. - It also includes Donna's touching experiences as a Relief Society President. - We also learn about the impact of the November 2015 LGBTQ policy on Donna, Michael and her family - along with the 2019 policy reversal.
Direct download: MormonStories-1154-DonnaShowalterPt5.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 4:00am MDT |
Mon, 22 July 2019
What could cause one of the Mormon church's "best and brightest" women to lose their faith in the church? For part 2 of today’s interview with Donna Showalter, we will hear how an east bench, Provo, Utah Mormon mother, former Relief Society President, former Stake Young Women’s President, and BYU employee navigated her Mormon faith crisis. - This story includes the gripping account of what happened when they asked Mormon apostle Jeffrey R. Holland to heal their son of his gayness. - It also includes Donna's touching experiences as a Relief Society President. - We also learn about the impact of the November 2015 LGBTQ policy on Donna, Michael and her family - along with the 2019 policy reversal.
Direct download: MormonStories-1153-DonnaShowalterPt4.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:30am MDT |
Mon, 22 July 2019
What could cause one of the Mormon church's "best and brightest" women to lose their faith in the church? For part 2 of today’s interview with Donna Showalter, we will hear how an east bench, Provo, Utah Mormon mother, former Relief Society President, former Stake Young Women’s President, and BYU employee navigated her Mormon faith crisis. - This story includes the gripping account of what happened when they asked Mormon apostle Jeffrey R. Holland to heal their son of his gayness. - It also includes Donna's touching experiences as a Relief Society President. - We also learn about the impact of the November 2015 LGBTQ policy on Donna, Michael and her family - along with the 2019 policy reversal.
Direct download: MormonStories-1152-DonnaShowalterPt3.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Mon, 22 July 2019
What could cause one of the Mormon church's "best and brightest" women to lose their faith in the church? For part 2 of today’s interview with Donna Showalter, we will hear how an east bench, Provo, Utah Mormon mother, former Relief Society President, former Stake Young Women’s President, and BYU employee navigated her Mormon faith crisis. - This story includes the gripping account of what happened when they asked Mormon apostle Jeffrey R. Holland to heal their son of his gayness. - It also includes Donna's touching experiences as a Relief Society President. - We also learn about the impact of the November 2015 LGBTQ policy on Donna, Michael and her family - along with the 2019 policy reversal.
Direct download: MormonStories-1151-DonnaShowalterPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Mon, 22 July 2019
What could cause one of the Mormon church's "best and brightest" women to lose their faith in the church? For part 2 of today’s interview with Donna Showalter, we will hear how an east bench, Provo, Utah Mormon mother, former Relief Society President, former Stake Young Women’s President, and BYU employee navigated her Mormon faith crisis. - This story includes the gripping account of what happened when they asked Mormon apostle Jeffrey R. Holland to heal their son of his gayness. - It also includes Donna's touching experiences as a Relief Society President. - We also learn about the impact of the November 2015 LGBTQ policy on Donna, Michael and her family - along with the 2019 policy reversal.
Direct download: MormonStories-1150-DonnaShowalterPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Fri, 19 July 2019
For part 1 of today’s interview with Donna and Michael Showalter, we will hear the story of the Showalter family’s Mormon journey, which includes living in very conservative Provo, Utah, Michael coming out as gay, and Donna’s journey to fully accept/embrace/love/celebrate Michael.
Direct download: MormonStories-1149-MichaelDonnaShowalterPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Fri, 19 July 2019
For part 1 of today’s interview with Donna and Michael Showalter, we will hear the story of the Showalter family’s Mormon journey, which includes living in very conservative Provo, Utah, Michael coming out as gay, and Donna’s journey to fully accept/embrace/love/celebrate Michael.
Direct download: MormonStories-1148-MichaelandDonnaShowalterRedactPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Thu, 18 July 2019
Should the Mormon Church Conduct Worthiness Interviews for 8-11 Year Old Children? Earlier this week The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released a marketing research survey inquiring from members about the idea of lowering the age of youth interviews with clergy from age 12 to eight. Today we have assembled an all-star panel to discuss whether or not this is a good idea. Panelists include: - Natasha Helfer Parker (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Sex Therapist) - Roger Hendrix (former Mormon Bishop, Stake Presidency Member, Mission President, and CES Director) - Sam Young (founder of Protect LDS Children and Protect All Children) - Joelle Casteix ( leading global expert, advocate and spokesperson for survivors of child sexual assault and institutional cover-up. Joelle has considerable experience fighting the Mormon church in state legislatures in support of sexual abuse victims )
Direct download: MormonStories-1147-ChildrenInterviews.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Mon, 15 July 2019
In this episode of The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis licensed marriage and sex therapist and active Mormon Natasha Helfer Parker shares with us a more effective approach to masturbation and pornography for both teens and adults.
Direct download: MormonStories-1146-HealthySexualityPt3.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 3:00am MDT |
Mon, 15 July 2019
In this episode of The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis licensed marriage and sex therapist and active Mormon Natasha Helfer Parker shares with us a more effective approach to masturbation and pornography for both teens and adults.
Direct download: MormonStories-1145-HealthySexualityPt2.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:30am MDT |
Mon, 15 July 2019
In this episode of The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis licensed marriage and sex therapist and active Mormon Natasha Helfer Parker shares with us a more effective approach to masturbation and pornography for both teens and adults.
Direct download: MormonStories-1144-HealthySexualityPt1.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Mon, 8 July 2019
On 6/30/2019 Mormon Bishop Jared Lusk attended a Mormon church disciplinary council in the Farmington, New Mexico stake on the charges of apostasy. His "sins" included:
Direct download: MormonStories-1143-LuskDisfellowship.mp3
Category:Religion -- posted at: 2:00am MDT |
Fri, 5 July 2019
Join us today on Mormon Stories Podcast as Allan and Kattie Mount share with us their top tips for thriving as a Mormon mixed-faith couple. Allan and Kattie Mount co-host the “Marriage on a Tightrope” podcast which is focused on supporting Mormon mixed-faith couples. This presentation was first delivered in Salt Lake City at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference |
Fri, 5 July 2019
Join us today on Mormon Stories Podcast as Allan and Kattie Mount share with us their top tips for thriving as a Mormon mixed-faith couple. Allan and Kattie Mount co-host the “Marriage on a Tightrope” podcast which is focused on supporting Mormon mixed-faith couples. This presentation was first delivered in Salt Lake City at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference |
Fri, 5 July 2019
Join us today on Mormon Stories Podcast as Allan and Kattie Mount share with us their top tips for thriving as a Mormon mixed-faith couple. Allan and Kattie Mount co-host the “Marriage on a Tightrope” podcast which is focused on supporting Mormon mixed-faith couples. This presentation was first delivered in Salt Lake City at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference |
Mon, 1 July 2019
For today’s Mormon Stories Podcast episode we are interviewing Kattie and Allan Mount (co-hosts of Marriage on a Tightrope Podcast) about: 1) how they have navigated their mixed-faith Mormon marriage, |
Mon, 1 July 2019
For today’s Mormon Stories Podcast episode we are interviewing Kattie and Allan Mount (co-hosts of Marriage on a Tightrope Podcast) about: 1) how they have navigated their mixed-faith Mormon marriage, |
Mon, 1 July 2019
For today’s Mormon Stories Podcast episode we are interviewing Kattie and Allan Mount (co-hosts of Marriage on a Tightrope Podcast) about: 1) how they have navigated their mixed-faith Mormon marriage, 2) what it has been like to start a podcast to support others in a mixed-faith marriage, and 3) what tips they have for Mormon mixed-faith married couples. |
Tue, 25 June 2019
![]() Join us now on Mormon Stories Podcast as we interview Jared, Gwen, and Madison Lusk. This episode is a continuation in our series highlight former Mormon bishops and their families who have experienced a faith crisis. Jared is set to be excommunicated on June 30th, 2019 for apostasy (details below). The Lusks live in Farmington, New Mexico. Jared and Gwen were raised as devout Mormons, married in the Jordan River temple, had 6 children, and established a successful dental practice in Farmington, NM. Jared and Gwen devoted their lives to the Mormon church for 45+ years, including Jared serving as bishop from 2008-2013, and Gwen serving in multiple callings. Jared’s faith crisis was triggered in 2015 when he began reading the LDS Gospel Topics Essays. Jared and Gwen experienced a mixed faith marriage for a few years. In April of 2018, while being released from a stake calling, Jared shared with his stake president and one of the counselors details regarding his faith crisis. The stake president immediately took Jared’s temple recommend away, and then released Gwen from her calling and took her temple recommend away a few weeks later. Madison (18) resigned from the church in April, 2019. After Jared began expressing public support for Sam Young and the Protect LDS Children movement, along with expressing public feelings about the church’s truth claims, Jared was summoned to a disciplinary council. Jared faces excommunication on June 30th, 2019 at 6pm at the Farmington, NM stake center. This is their story. |
Tue, 25 June 2019
![]() Join us now on Mormon Stories Podcast as we interview Jared, Gwen, and Madison Lusk. This episode is a continuation in our series highlight former Mormon bishops and their families who have experienced a faith crisis. Jared is set to be excommunicated on June 30th, 2019 for apostasy (details below). The Lusks live in Farmington, New Mexico. Jared and Gwen were raised as devout Mormons, married in the Jordan River temple, had 6 children, and established a successful dental practice in Farmington, NM. Jared and Gwen devoted their lives to the Mormon church for 45+ years, including Jared serving as bishop from 2008-2013, and Gwen serving in multiple callings. Jared’s faith crisis was triggered in 2015 when he began reading the LDS Gospel Topics Essays. Jared and Gwen experienced a mixed faith marriage for a few years. In April of 2018, while being released from a stake calling, Jared shared with his stake president and one of the counselors details regarding his faith crisis. The stake president immediately took Jared’s temple recommend away, and then released Gwen from her calling and took her temple recommend away a few weeks later. Madison (18) resigned from the church in April, 2019. After Jared began expressing public support for Sam Young and the Protect LDS Children movement, along with expressing public feelings about the church’s truth claims, Jared was summoned to a disciplinary council. Jared faces excommunication on June 30th, 2019 at 6pm at the Farmington, NM stake center. This is their story. |
Tue, 25 June 2019
![]() Join us now on Mormon Stories Podcast as we interview Jared, Gwen, and Madison Lusk. This episode is a continuation in our series highlight former Mormon bishops and their families who have experienced a faith crisis. Jared is set to be excommunicated on June 30th, 2019 for apostasy (details below). The Lusks live in Farmington, New Mexico. Jared and Gwen were raised as devout Mormons, married in the Jordan River temple, had 6 children, and established a successful dental practice in Farmington, NM. Jared and Gwen devoted their lives to the Mormon church for 45+ years, including Jared serving as bishop from 2008-2013, and Gwen serving in multiple callings. Jared’s faith crisis was triggered in 2015 when he began reading the LDS Gospel Topics Essays. Jared and Gwen experienced a mixed faith marriage for a few years. In April of 2018, while being released from a stake calling, Jared shared with his stake president and one of the counselors details regarding his faith crisis. The stake president immediately took Jared’s temple recommend away, and then released Gwen from her calling and took her temple recommend away a few weeks later. Madison (18) resigned from the church in April, 2019. After Jared began expressing public support for Sam Young and the Protect LDS Children movement, along with expressing public feelings about the church’s truth claims, Jared was summoned to a disciplinary council. Jared faces excommunication on June 30th, 2019 at 6pm at the Farmington, NM stake center. This is their story. |