@mormonstories Mormon Stories Podcast
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"Behind the CES Letter - Jeremy Runnells (Rebroadcast) Ep. [----] Join us today as we rebroadcast the story of the man behind the famous CES Letter: Jeremy Runnells. In February [----] Jeremy Runnels experienced a crisis of faith which subsequently led to a faith transition in the summer of [----]. In the spring of [----] Jeremy was approached and asked by a Church Education System (CES) Director to share his concerns and questions about the LDS Churchs origins history and current practices. In response Jeremy wrote what later became publicly known as Letter to a CES Director. Letter to a CES Director"
YouTube Link 2025-06-19T23:27Z 298K followers, 59.1K engagements
"Golden Plates and the Book of Mormon Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] Today John is joined by LDS Discussions and Nemo to review the history of the "Golden Plates" as they relate to the creation of the Book of Mormon. Who did the first accounts come from of the existence of these plates Were they real What became of attempts to see show or steal them What implications do these stories have on Mormon origins and beliefs regarding encounters with celestial beings including the God supposedly at the center of their coming forth Special Guest: @NEMOTHEMORMON LDS Discussions Essay:"
YouTube Link 2022-04-27T20:50Z 297K followers, 107.9K engagements
"Examining The Book of Abraham Text Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] In Parts [--] and [--] of this series Mike John and @NemotheMormon explored the history and controversies over whether the Book of Abraham is a literal translation of Egyptian as claimed by Joseph Smith. Now for Part [--] they are back to look at what the text of the Book of Abraham actually says including many prime LDS doctrines. What have been the consequences of believing those doctrines Does the Book of Abraham merit being considered revelation and therefore binding to believing Saints today LDS Discussion Essay on the Book of"
YouTube Link 2022-12-27T19:00Z 297K followers, 56.9K engagements
"Why this bishop resigned from the pulpit #lds #mormon #exmormon Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-02-07T16:39Z 297K followers, 140K engagements
"Born into Scientology - Claire & Marc Headley Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Prepare yourself for an EPIC non-Mormon story This week we are introducing Claire and Marc Headley who were born into the Church of Scientology and have a remarkable escape story that we are excited to share with you. Both Claire and Marc were members of the Sea Organization within Scientology where the churchs elite-level leaders work and are required to sign a billion-year contract of servitude. During their time there both worked closely with David Miscavige the current leader of Scientology and witnessed his brutality firsthand."
YouTube Link 2025-09-22T12:45Z 297K followers, 71.6K engagements
"James Strang King of Beaver Island: John Larsen/Carah Burrell @JohnLarsen1 @nuancehoe Ep. [----] James Jesse Strang (March [--] [----] July [--] 1856) was an American religious leader politician and self-proclaimed monarch. In [----] he claimed to have been appointed to be the successor of Joseph Smith as leader of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Strangite)a a faction of the Latter Day Saint movement. Strang testified that he had possession of a letter from Smith naming him as his successor and furthermore reported that he had been ordained to the prophetic office by an angel. His"
YouTube Link 2021-11-03T03:24Z 297K followers, 34.5K engagements
"Mormon Bishop reads the CES letter #lds #mormon #bishop #christian #cesletter"
YouTube Link 2023-07-24T23:18Z 297K followers, 64.9K engagements
"High-Ranking Leader Leaves Mormon Church: The Second Anointing w Hans & Birgitta Mattsson Ep. [----] As part of our mini-series on Mormonism's Second Anointing Ritual we are re-releasing part of Hans and Birgitta's original interview discussing their participation in this exclusive ceremony. Hans H. Mattsson is a 3rd generation LDS church member from Sweden who served as a bishop and stake president in Sweden before serving in the LDS church 3rd Quorum of the Seventy from 2000-2005 in the Europe Central area under LDS Apostle L. Tom Perry. After discovering troubling information about the"
YouTube Link 2024-07-19T19:00Z 297K followers, 122.7K engagements
"Top Mormon Historian Admits CES Letter has Validity - Richard Bushman v. Sandra Tanner Ep. [----] Today we are joined with Sandra Tanner to discuss Mormon historian Richard Bushman's recent response to the CES Letter. Bushman's response was on the topic of the translation of the Book of Mormon. Did Joseph Smith really use a seer stone Is the author of the CES Letter Jeremy Runnells wrong for feeling betrayed by the church Did the church really hide that Joseph Smith had and used a seer stone to translate their most sacred text Join us to find out these answers To view the original interview"
YouTube Link 2024-08-29T02:14Z 297K followers, 177.1K engagements
"Did the Mormon temple Endowment come from Freemasonry Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-06-16T20:29Z 297K followers, 120.5K engagements
"Survivor of Sexual Abuse and Mormon Church Cover-up Ep. [----] A strong trigger warning leads off this special Mormon Stories episode with our guest who prefers to be referred to as Rachel '' for this interview. We discuss Rachels father being called as a mission president the abuse she endured and the subsequent cover-up from those in positions of power in the LDS church. --------------- ***We are 100% donor funded Please click here to donate to keep this content coming: https://donorbox.org/mormon-storiesdefault_interval=m --------------- Show notes and links: The LDS church's Gospel Topics"
YouTube Link 2021-11-29T17:00Z 297K followers, 390K engagements
"Why Young Women Are Leaving the Mormon Church - Caroline Barrow Ep. [----] Caroline Barrow was raised in a typical Mormon household in Louisiana. While she was a faithful believer in the Church she always had questions about certain teachings but was often encouraged to halt her critical thinking on these issues. She chose to attend BYU and serve a Mormon mission but continued to be plagued by questionsparticularly around polygamy and the treatment of women in the LDS faith. Caroline also found herself struggling with scrupulosity perfectionism and the many pressures placed on women in the"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T01:32Z 298K followers, 93.3K engagements
"Senior Mormon missionary tried to woo me. #lds #mormon #missionary"
YouTube Link 2023-03-05T04:32Z 297K followers, 1.9M engagements
"The SECRET Mormon Temple Ceremony #lds #mormon"
YouTube Link 2023-03-06T19:23Z 297K followers, 378.8K engagements
"Heather Gay SUED by the Mormon Church #lds #mormon #christian"
YouTube Link 2023-02-08T22:57Z 297K followers, 475.6K engagements
"Going through the Mormon temple for the first time Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-07-29T22:23Z 297K followers, 132.3K engagements
"Tim Ballard vs. the Mormon "Deep Church" w/ Carah Burrell Ep. [----] In this explosive deep-dive John Dehlin and Carah Burrell unpack the shocking rise fall and reinvention of Tim Ballard the founder of Operation Underground Railroad and former ally of the LDS Church as well as the self-styled hero of the Sound of Freedom movie. From his alleged misconduct and excommunication to conspiracy claims about The Deep Church Tim Ballards story intertwines faith politics and power in ways that continue to shake the Mormon and evangelical words. Join us as we trace the full timeline from his early"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T00:33Z 297K followers, 66.9K engagements
"Daughter of Mormon Top Leader speaks out about secret ritual for Mormon royalty #lds #mormon"
YouTube Link 2023-01-27T15:33Z 297K followers, 1M engagements
"Mormon Influencer Discovers the CES Letter - Haleigh Everts - Episode [----] After converting to Mormonism as a teen and attending BYU Haleigh Everts relationship with the Mormon church grew unfulfilling and complicated. After leaving the church for a time Haleigh came back to the Mormon church married in the temple and started making videos and writing about her Mormon journey. Haleigh eventually published the book Why I Left the Mormon Church and Came Back which is still sold at Deseret Book today. Then after years of promoting and defending the Mormon church Haleigh read the CES Letter for"
YouTube Link 2021-05-27T16:00Z 298K followers, 402.3K engagements
"Non-member reading the Book of Mormon #lds #mormon #bookofmormon Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-01-01T14:49Z 297K followers, 283.9K engagements
"Joseph Smith's World on Fire in Nauvoo - John Turner pt [--] Ep. [----] Welcome to Part [--] in our ongoing series with Dr. John Turner based on his new book Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet. Today we are diving into Chapter [--] World on Fire and the explosive years 1842-1843 in Nauvoo a period marked by scandal secrecy political pressure and deep internal crisis. In this episode we cover the rise and fall of John C. Bennett and the Spiritual Wifery scandal. We also discuss the attempted assassination of Lilburn Boggs and the role of Porter Rockwell. We also cover aspects of"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T11:14Z 298K followers, [----] engagements
"If you leave the Mormon church where will you go Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-07-15T17:01Z 297K followers, 273.8K engagements
"Mormon Mom Becomes the Provider for Her Family - Cate Smith Ep. [----] What happens when a Mormon woman becomes the primary provider for her family inside a religion that teaches her highest purpose is in the home In this deeply personal and honest conversation Cate Smith shares her journey growing up Mormon internalizing the Family Proclamation and believing her eternal destiny was marriage motherhood and supporting her husband. From being voted most likely to be mom as a teenager to entering the temple and covenanting to hearken to her husband Cate explains how clearly her path seemed laid"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T19:00Z 298K followers, 30.1K engagements
"FBI Agent learns that the Mormon Church is not true. #mormon #exmormon #lds #fbi #cult"
YouTube Link 2023-05-29T02:53Z 298K followers, 641K engagements
"Not So Secret Lives of Not So Mormon Wives - Season [--] Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Welcome back to Part Two of our deep-dive coverage of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season [--] In this episode John is joined by Alyssa Alexander and Samantha Shelley to continue unpacking the plot-points this season that highly represent Mormon culture. We will take a closer look at Mikayla and Jaces relationship the cast's opinions on LGBT+ issues in Utah Demis claim of sexual-assault and Taylor and Dakotas baby blessing. From complicated relationship dynamics to the cultural tensions woven through these episodes we examine"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T18:15Z 298K followers, 19.2K engagements
"Traumatized by the Mormon temple "endowment" ritual #lds #mormon #exmormon Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-01-02T23:00Z 297K followers, 195.4K engagements
"How to Leave the Mormon Church - w/ Alyssa Grenfell Ep. [----] (@alyssadgrenfell) Alyssa Grenfell is the author of a brand new book called "How to Leave the Mormon Church: An Exmormons Guide to Rebuilding After Religion." Today she will be sharing with us her Top [--] tips on how to leave Mormonism. Part 1: https://youtube.com/live/nSu8cD_IMiA Alyssas new book can be purchased here: https://a.co/d/aMFgG8D 00:00:00 Intro & Disclaimers 00:13:12 Point 1: Owning your own story 00:36:22 Point 2: Trusting yourself over an authority 00:53:52 Point 3: How to decide to stay or leave the Church 01:07:20"
YouTube Link 2024-01-12T21:57Z 298K followers, 253.9K engagements
"Mormon Church Employee Speaks of SECRET Membership Committee w/ Kate Lyn Whitaker Ep. [----] After five years of reflection Kate opens up about her journey growing up in a strict Mormon household serving a mission in Argentina and working for the LDS Church. She shares pivotal moments of doubt her experiences in church administration and the troubling realities she uncovered in the Confidential Records department. From questioning church discipline policies to witnessing firsthand how the institution handles abuse cases Kate's story reveals the struggles and insights that ultimately led her to"
YouTube Link 2025-04-04T15:40Z 297K followers, 202.3K engagements
"Mormon Stories Podcast being sued by the church Dr. John Dehlin met with the churchs lawyers in mediation. They want him to take the word Mormon out of his podcast. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #lds #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #utah #exmormon ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1."
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T17:03Z 298K followers, 44.2K engagements
"CES Letter vs Book of Mormon Pt. [--] - LDS Discussions [--] Ep. [----] In this episode we dive deep into the attacks on the CES Letter and its author Jeremy Runnells unpacking why apologetic responsesno matter how weakare often accepted by believing members. This is the first in a multi-part series analyzing the LDS Discussions CES Letter project. We tackle critical questions about the Book of Mormon including: -Why does it contain errors from the [----] King James Bible -What about the italicized words from the KJV showing up in the text -Why doesnt the Book of Mormon match Joseph Smiths own"
YouTube Link 2025-06-26T18:00Z 297K followers, 54.8K engagements
"Devout Mormon Couple Leaves Church - Clare and Jackson Adams Ep. [----] In this powerful episode of Mormon Stories Clare and Jackson share their personal journeys of growing up in the Mormon church struggling with shame guilt and anxiety and eventually undergoing faith transitions. Clare discusses her challenges with modesty body image and mental health especially during her mission while Jackson opens up about his battles with pornography shame and a dangerous mission experience in Honduras. Together they reflect on their experiences with church teachings therapy and the emotional toll of"
YouTube Link 2025-01-08T19:00Z 297K followers, 175.6K engagements
"My husband left the Mormon church #mormon #lds #christian Ep. 909: https://youtu.be/xnTSmPkbTkc Understanding what it was like when her husband left the Mormon church and how it put them into a mixed-faith marriage. ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other"
YouTube Link 2023-01-21T21:44Z 297K followers, 204K engagements
"LDS Church Holds Missionary HOSTAGE on His Mission (from Ep. 2001) When Mormon missionaries are sent abroad the Church often takes their passports under the pretense of keeping them safe. However many missionaries report feeling trapped unable to leave on their own terms. This was the reality for Kevin and Jen Lundquists son in Lithuania where his mission president not only refused to let him return home but also subjected him to unethical pseudoscientific psychological treatment that worsened his depression. Desperate to free their son Kevin used his connections and issued a serious warning"
YouTube Link 2025-02-21T16:58Z 297K followers, 97.6K engagements
"The Mormon church changing the Law of Chastity #lds #mormon #exmormon #byu Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-02-09T16:59Z 298K followers, 460.1K engagements
"Wearing two-piece swimsuits as a Mormon teenager #lds #mormon #cult #women #swimsuit"
YouTube Link 2023-06-23T04:22Z 297K followers, 990K engagements
"What Mormons think about people that leave their Church. #lds #mormon #prophet #latterdaysaint #cult"
YouTube Link 2023-10-04T14:51Z 297K followers, 341.3K engagements
"South Park and the Mormons #southpark #mormons Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-06-27T15:05Z 297K followers, 121.3K engagements
"What living in Utah as a black man can be like #Utah #mormon #racism Episode 1124-1126: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=DxPi5SqRwTE&list=PLxq5opj6GqODKpxhnhQS-1mMArCpNIP5G Please join us now for our Mormon Stories Podcast interview with Spencer Nugent. Spencer along with his parents and sibling were the first Jamaicans baptized on the island into the Mormon church. Later Spencers family moved to Orem Utah. Spencer attended UVSC and BYU served a mission to San Antonio Texas and became an Industrial Designer. Spencer is a renaissance man of sorts. His many talents/interests include karaoke/music"
YouTube Link 2022-12-26T14:00Z 297K followers, 413.5K engagements
"Mormon Apostles get paid and they get paid very well Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-10-04T17:39Z 297K followers, 250K engagements
"When a Mormon bishop asks to be released Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-11-23T16:16Z 297K followers, 528.7K engagements
"Growing up in the Shadow of Warren Jeffs - Elissa Wall Pt. [--] Ep. [----] You may be aware of Warren Jeffsprophet of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (or FLDS)either through one of the many documentaries such as Netflixs recent hit Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey or through ongoing news coverage when he made the FBIs Top [--] Most Wanted got caught and eventually brought to justice. In this three-part series John interviews Elissa Wall; forced by Jeffs to be a child bride at only [--] to her [--] yr old cousin she eventually escapes the abuse and community to become the woman to"
YouTube Link 2022-09-05T18:00Z 297K followers, 363.8K engagements
"Mormon Seminary Teacher Resigned LAST WEEK & Tells Us Why - Riley Davis Ep. [----] Today we are continuing our series of interviews with LDS Church Education System employees. Todays guest is extra special as he resigned from his seminary teaching position just days before the filming of this episode Riley Davis was born into the church and grew up in a very traditional Mormon family in Utah. As the son of an LDS bishop Riley struggled with depression due to religious scrupulosity in his youth but found healing and growth through church youth programs like the Boy Scouts of Americaan experience"
YouTube Link 2025-08-23T20:02Z 297K followers, 122.6K engagements
"Satan talks to the members in the Mormon Temple #mormon #lds #ldstemple Rachel Wunderli tells her story of her traumatic first LDS temple experience. Join us for Part [--] Ep. 1611: https://youtu.be/XMejrN0r3hc ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other"
YouTube Link 2022-06-17T12:03Z 297K followers, 349.8K engagements
"Escaping the Kingston Polygamy Group w/ Amanda Rae Ep. [----] Content Warning: Discussions of @buse of children including ince$t. Those who want to support Amanda can do so here: https://venmo.com/u/Arae18 https://paypal.com/paypalme/AmandaRaeGrant The Kingston Group founded by Elden Kingston has a complex hierarchy where Ortell emerged as a leader introducing incestuous practices. From bloodline beliefs linking them to Jesus to intricate rules dictating marriages the Order's control over its members is striking. In this gripping interview with Amanda Rae we dive deep into the secretive world"
YouTube Link 2023-11-16T19:00Z 298K followers, 462.8K engagements
"Alyssa Grenfells Mormon Missionary Story - Pt. [--] Ep. [----] In this captivating interview Alyssa shares poignant moments that shaped her perception of gender roles societal expectations and the struggle for self-worth within the Mormon context. The narrative explores her attempts to reconcile personal identity with the rigid doctrines of the Church touching on themes of control body autonomy and the internal conflicts that arise when faith clashes with individual growth. Alyssa recounts her mission marriage and the disillusionment that eventually led to her departure from the Mormon Church. The"
YouTube Link 2024-01-12T01:44Z 297K followers, 310.5K engagements
"Mormon returned missionaries are leaving the church within months of coming home #ldsmissionary Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-05-24T15:23Z 297K followers, 340.5K engagements
"Buying my Mormon temple recommend Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin Mormon mormon the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints Mormon Stories Mormon Stories Podcast LDS Church Exmormon LDS John Dehlin"
YouTube Link 2024-07-18T15:21Z 297K followers, 231.1K engagements
"Hidden True Crime's Lauren Matthias Pt. [--] - Early Years & Journalism Career Ep. [----] In this powerful and emotional episode journalist Lauren tells her Mormon story publicly for the first time. Known for covering others experiencesincluding the high-profile Lori Vallow Daybell trialLauren now opens up about her own journey through faith trauma resilience and healing. She shares her upbringing in the LDS Church the influence of her legally blind father and her early fears around death that led to a fascination with true crime. Lauren details her mission to Ohio her shock upon learning about"
YouTube Link 2025-07-12T05:35Z 298K followers, 142.6K engagements
"Mormon Russia Mission Almost Broke Me - Kyson Dana Ep. [----] In this deeply vulnerable and wide-ranging conversation Kyson Dana shares his story of growing up Mormon serving a mission in Russia and the lifelong psychological spiritual and physical consequences that followed. What was supposed to be the best two years of his life became the most traumatic shaping his identity mental health and eventual departure from the Church. Kyson opens up about generational trauma internalized shame self-policing and suicidal ideation in his youth. He walks us through the intense pressure to be perfect the"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T19:00Z 298K followers, 39.3K engagements
"Mormon Missionary Reads the CES Letter - Kolby Sorensen - [----] Join hosts John Dehlin and Gerardo Sumano as they explore what happens when a Mormon missionary reads the CES Letter. Kolby Sorensen was raised a devout Mormon in West Valley and West Jordan Utah. In [----] he was called to serve a mission as the COVID pandemic began when missionaries were encouraged to use social media to proselytize. Show notes: Letter to a CES Director by Jeremy Runnells https://bit.ly/3t6Sici "Reflections on the CES Letter" Daniel Peterson FAIRmormon Conference [----] https://bit.ly/3w4lwKx "Belief after the CES"
YouTube Link 2022-03-12T02:23Z 298K followers, 259.8K engagements
"Life After Mormon Stories with Brooke (McLay) Lark Ep. [----] Brooke is returning to MSP after [--] years when she and her husband came on as the first couple to be interviewed on the podcast. Brooks husband at the time John McLay was a CES employee who lost his faith while working for the church. It was an epic Mormon Stories interview and we are excited to hear what Brooke has been up to since. We will hear about how Brooke has rebuilt her life and career after a divorce and how her life has been impacted by sharing her story in such a public way. Show notes can be found on the Mormon Stories"
YouTube Link 2025-05-27T19:23Z 297K followers, 60.1K engagements
"David Archuletas Mom Leaves Mormon Church - Lupe Bartholomew Ep. [----] Lupe (Mayorga) Bartholomew is American Idol finalist David Archuleta's mother. Lupe her mother and her three sisters joined the LDS church in Honduras on September [--] [----]. Ultimately Lupe and her family came to the United States to live the Mormon dream. Lupe lived as a very happy fully believing orthodox Mormon mother until [----] when her son David came out as gay. David's difficulties with the LDS Church's LGTBQ policies and doctrines caused Lupe to begin questioning the Mormon faith that she loved. This is Lupe's Mormon"
YouTube Link 2023-09-13T16:32Z 297K followers, 167.1K engagements
"Nahom: The Strongest Evidence for the Book of Mormon - LDS Discussions w/ Kolby Reddish Ep. [----] Is Nahom really the strongest evidence for the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon In this episode we take a deep dive into noe of the most cited archaeological proofs of the Book of Mormon -the discovery of altars inscribed with the letters NHM in Yemen. John Dehlin and attorney and former clerk from the Idaho Supreme Court Kolby Reddish examine what the text of the Book of Mormon actually says about Nahom where its supposed to be located and whether the archaeological evidence matches up. Along"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T16:05Z 297K followers, 20.6K engagements
"Why Mormon Women Are Leaving the Church - Jared Halverson Meltdown Ep. [----] On March [--] [----] Church educator and BYU professor Jared Halverson released an Instagram short where he stated: One of the statistics that has worried me the most of late comes from a survey that was done in [----] and its suggesting that for the first time that I can think of more women are leaving religion than men are. Is this true Why are more women leaving Mormonism than men are Join us today as we gather with Katie Rich (author of Fifty Years of Exponent II) Amy McPhie Allebest (of the Breaking Down Patriarchy"
YouTube Link 2025-03-29T04:22Z 297K followers, 108.3K engagements
"Word of Wisdom Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] John and Mike discuss the origins and influences around Joseph Smith and the Creation of the Word of Wisdom. LDS Discussions Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=6p7gAxwsM_k&list=PLxq5opj6GqOB7J1n6pMmdUSezxcLfsced https://www.ldsdiscussions.com/wow Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:10 The Word of Wisdom and its Evolution in Mormonism 00:05:00 The Churchs Now You Know video on the Word of Wisdom 00:06:00 Reactions to the Intro to the Video 00:09:40 Back to the Now You Know video 00:13:20 The church gives a nod to Josephs use of surrounding"
YouTube Link 2022-09-15T19:50Z 297K followers, 64.7K engagements
"Elizabeth Smart's Mormon Kidnapping Ep. [----] A new Netflix documentary on the [----] kidnapping of Elizabeth Smart in Salt Lake City by Brian David Mitchell and Wanda Barzee (all Mormons) has been released. To what extent was this kidnapping influenced by Joseph Smith and/or Mormonism Join John Samantha Alyssa and Taylor as they explore the Mormon connections to Elizbeth Smart's kidnapping. Show notes can be found on the Mormon Stories blog here: https://www.mormonstories.org/elizabeth-smarts-kidnapped-mormons-react/ Timecodes: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:09:55 Introducing Elizabeth Smarts story"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T04:34Z 298K followers, 33.6K engagements
"Leaving the Mormon Church to Save My Family - Elisha Lee Ep. [----] Elisha Lee takes us on an emotional journey through her life from experiencing her parents' divorce as a child to facing intense shame and scrutiny as a teenager. She shares raw accounts of bishop interviews religious scrupulosity and the pressure to conform to church standards. As a young adult Elisha threw herself into church devotion only to later confront doubts that would unravel her faith. Her candid reflections on marriage parenthood and personal growth in the wake of leaving Mormonism offer valuable insights for anyone"
YouTube Link 2024-08-03T18:00Z 297K followers, 219.5K engagements
"Four (or Five) Types of Mormons - Are LDS Church Members Secularizing Ep. [----] In this episode of Mormon Stories we explore a fascinating question: Are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) becoming more secular We are joined today by Dr. Julie Hanks de Azevedo Jana Spangler Beau Oyler and Dr. John Dehlin to discuss the new research put out concerning different types of Mormons. Sociologist Alex Bass joins us to present his groundbreaking Mormon Typology Report which identifies four (possibly five) distinct types of Mormons from devout believers to cultural members"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T21:36Z 297K followers, 39.2K engagements
"Could Joseph Smith Write or Dictate a Well-Worded Letter LDS Discussions Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Welcome to another episode of our LDS Discussions series In this episode we take a detailed evidence-based look at one of the most repeated claims in Latter-day Saint apologetics: that Joseph Smith was incapable of producing a well-written text and therefore could not have authored the Book of Mormon. Drawing from Joseph Smiths three earliest letters (written in 1829-1830) historical context church manuals apologetic arguments and modern scholarship we critically explore where the evidence leads. We dont"
YouTube Link 2025-12-02T19:00Z 297K followers, 13.3K engagements
"New Church Essays on Translation and Polygamy w/ Sandra Tanner - LDS Discussions [--] Ep. [----] We are thrilled to have Sandra Tanner as a guest on our LDS Discussions series this week Along with John Julia and Nemo Sandra is here to offer commentary on three new essays recently released by the LDS Church addressing the issues of Book of Mormon translation polygamy and Joseph Smiths character. In part one of this two-part episode we will focus on Joseph Smiths translation of the Book of Mormon and on polygamy. Among the topics well cover: -Translation vs. Revelation -Josephs use of the seer"
YouTube Link 2025-09-16T14:45Z 297K followers, 42.8K engagements
"Why are so many people leaving the Mormon Church. #lds #mormon #cult #exmormon #latterdaysaint"
YouTube Link 2023-10-08T05:27Z 297K followers, 120.6K engagements
"Priesthood Restoration Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] Join John & Mike as they discuss the timeline for the restoration of the Priesthood compared to the current Church narrative. https://www.ldsdiscussions.com/priesthood LDS Disc Full Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLxq5opj6GqOB7J1n6pMmdUSezxcLfsced WE ARE 100% 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."
YouTube Link 2022-09-01T21:10Z 297K followers, 106.3K engagements
"From Mormon to Christian Pastor - Jean Daniel ODonncada Ep. [----] In this episode of Mormon Stories Podcast we talk with Jean Daniel about his journey from a devoted Mormon convert to a Christian pastor. Growing up in Boston Jean discovered Mormonism as a teenager and found in it a strong sense of structure identity and belonging. He served a mission in San Diego CA and was later married in the Newport beach temple. While studying at Harvard and Yale Divinity Schools Jean began to see the value in many Christian traditions and ultimately let go of the idea of one true church. He shares how"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T19:00Z 298K followers, 23.4K engagements
"I Sued Mormon Church to Get My Tithing Back - James Huntsman Ep. [----] James Huntsman a successful businessman and member of the Huntsman family joins John Dehlin and fraud attorney Mark Pugsley to discuss his high-profile fraud lawsuit against the LDS Churchhow he lost his LDS faith why he pursued a fraud lawsuit to get a tithing refund what he learned and why he has no regrets. Show Notes: https://www.mormonstories.org/i-sued-the-mormon-church-to-get-my-tithing-back/ 00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:49 Brief overview of James Huntsman's lawsuit 00:07:27 Family background info 00:18:50 Served a"
YouTube Link 2025-02-27T22:24Z 297K followers, 72.4K engagements
"Can children consent to join a church Sirisha talks about how she took the missionary lessons for the Mormon church and was physically punished by her parents. As a fourteen year old could she actually consent to joining the church Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #lds #mormon #exmormon #religion #christianity #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as"
YouTube Link 2025-08-19T14:42Z 297K followers, 10.8K engagements
"Mormons React to Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season [--] Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Welcome back to our deep-dive coverage of Secret lives of Mormon Wives In this episode we break down every twist confession and jaw-dropping moment from Season [--] with honest reactions analysis and plenty of laughs along the way. Our panelists today are: Hayley Rawle (of Girl's Camp Podcast) Alyssa Alexander Samantha Shelley (of Zelph on the Shelf) Brooklyn Alden and Dr. John Dehlin. If you've ollowed our previous reviews you alreaedy know -we're all about thoughtful commetary behind-the-scenes context and pointing out the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T21:09Z 297K followers, 42.4K engagements
"Mormon Church Bought Her Silence While Protecting Her @bu$er - Chelsea Goodrich Ep. [----] 0In this interview Chelsea Goodrich details years of sexual abuse by her father former Mormon bishop John Goodrich beginning when she was a young child. When confronted in [----] John admitted the abuse to both Chelsea's mother and their Mormon leaders. Ultimately Chelsea decides to go public to protect other potential victims from a predator still left free. Her story exposes the patterns of coverups victim blaming inaction and secrecy in the Mormon church around abuse. Resilient Wellness:"
YouTube Link 2023-12-20T19:00Z 297K followers, 552.6K engagements
"Joseph Smith's Backdated Prophecies w/ Radio Free Mormon Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] Radio Free Mormon joins the usual crew (Mike John & @NEMOTHEMORMON) as they discuss evidence for prophecies that appear to have been backdated after the events of the supposed prophecy already happened. They explore how scholars can identify and analyze backdated prophecies and their significance. Specific examples of backdated prophecies are explored in the Book of Mormon and D&C as well as Joseph Smith's manipulation of Isaiah and the Bible to support his claims. LDS Discussion Essay on Backdating"
YouTube Link 2023-02-17T19:00Z 297K followers, 94.2K engagements
"An Inconvenient Faith & Progressive Mormonism w/ Julie Hanks Jana Spangler & Beau Oyler Ep. [----] Recently a documentary series entitled "An Inconvenient Faith" appeared on YouTube produced by Robert Reynolds and Jim Bennett (among others). The documentary seeks to promote progressive Mormonism within LDS church membership. The documentary is groundbreaking in the sense that it includes both Ex-Mormons (e.g. Jeremy Runnells Sandra Tanner John Dehlin Bill Reel) and faithful Mormon scholars (e.g. Richard Bushman Terryl & Fiona Givens Patrick Mason). The series has also received a considerable"
YouTube Link 2025-09-04T22:35Z 297K followers, 48.8K engagements
"Book of Mormon Translation Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] Description: Join John Jenn and Mike from LDS Discussions as we break down the translation of the Book of Mormon. Did Joseph use the spectacles and breastplate found with the Gold Plates Or his seer stone and a hat Or the Urim & Thummim Or nothing at all Does it even matter LDS Discussions Essay: https://www.ldsdiscussions.com/translation LDS Disc Full Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLxq5opj6GqOB7J1n6pMmdUSezxcLfsced Chapters: 00:00:00 Introductions 00:02:38 Overview 00:07:04 The next piece of the puzzle: Translation"
YouTube Link 2022-05-03T18:30Z 297K followers, 98.6K engagements
"The Mormon Church Failed Me as A Woman - Dana Raine Ep. [----] Dana shares her personal journey of growing up in the Mormon church navigating mental health challenges having a hard time on her Mormon mission and eventually deconstructing her faith. From her Mormon upbringing and mission experience to questioning societal and religious expectations Dana's story explores themes of self-discovery the impact of religion on her life and the search for meaning beyond traditional beliefs. After leaving the church Dana delves into mental health fertility relationships and motherhood offering a candid"
YouTube Link 2025-03-06T19:00Z 297K followers, 57.3K engagements
"An African (Kenya) Mormon Story - Dr. Joe Ngatia Ep. [----] In this powerful and first-ever interview with a Latter-day Saint convert from Kenya we explore the remarkable faith journey of Dr. Joe Ngatia (pronounced ga-tia). Africa has become one of the fastest growing regions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints yet Joes story reveals the complexities behind that growth from faith and miracles to history race and resilience. Joe shares his encounter with the missionaries and how his family first reacted having only heard rumors about Mormons being devil worshippers. His story"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T06:17Z 297K followers, 29.5K engagements
"Are "Anti-Mormons" or Mark Driscoll Responsible for Charlie Kirk & Michigan LDS Killings Ep. [----] The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) has been in the news lately in connection with the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the murderous attack on an LDS chapel in Michigan. As Americans have rushed to find the "cause" of these attacks several groups have been blamed including: Latter-day Saints Political Conservatives/Republicans Political Liberals/Democrats Evangelical Christians and Ex-Mormon influencers. Today we will discuss many of these theories with an amazing panel:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-05T20:13Z 297K followers, 65.9K engagements
"Mormon Temple ritual is disturbing and even traumatic for a lot of people #lds #mormon"
YouTube Link 2023-02-13T04:13Z 297K followers, 169.8K engagements
"Leaving Mormonism in Las Vegas - Shelise Sola of @CultstoConsciousness Ep. [----] Shelise Sola discusses her life journey of being raised in the Mormon church including the purity culture self-worth struggles and sexual trauma she experienced. She shares about having a faith crisis in her 20s after learning disturbing historical truths about the church feeling liberated yet terrified and rebuilding an identity outside of Mormonism. Sola also opens up about confronting childhood abuse memories finding healing through experiences with psychedelics and embracing her voice by starting a podcast to"
YouTube Link 2024-02-19T17:00Z 297K followers, 409K engagements
"Can One Mormon Woman be Sealed to Two Men - Rebecca Lucero Jones Pt. [--] Ep. [----] In part two of this important series with Rebecca Lucero Jones we explore the question: What happens when a Mormon widow tries to be sealed to two men In the LDS faith a man can be sealed to a second wife if his first wife passes away. But as we will learn from Rebeccas story Mormon widows do not receive the same treatment. After the death of her first husband Rebecca describes what it was like to find a second chance at love and marriage. She then shares her experience requesting a second-sealing clearance from"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T19:00Z 297K followers, 30.4K engagements
"Jodi Hildebrandt Destroyed My Life - Adam Paul Steed Ep. [----] Adam Paul Steed raised Mormon was @bused as an LDS Boy Scout in Idaho. He became a nationally known whistleblower when he turned in a dangerous pred@tor and teamed with his father to successfully change the Idaho sexu@l @buse statute of limitations laws. Later Adam moved to Utah with his new wife to attend Brigham Young University. Soon thereafter tragedy stuck when he fell into the crosshairs of Mormon therapist Jodi Hildebrandt - at the recommendation of his Mormon bishop. Among other violations Jodi Hildebrandt sought to paint"
YouTube Link 2023-09-12T22:05Z 297K followers, 483.7K engagements
"The Future of Mormonism (2025 Edition) w/ Roger Hendrix Ep. [----] Please join us for a live episode with Roger Hendrix - one of the highest ranking Latter-day Saints ever interviewed on Mormon Stories Podcast. Roger served as CES Director Bishop Stake Presidency Member Mission President and served for [--] years as a Trustee on the board of the Deseret Trust Company (called to the position by President Gordon B. Hinckley). Today we are discussing the Churchs renewed emphasis on the Atonement its place in within Western Christianity and whether recent shifts represent genuine change pragmatic"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T04:01Z 298K followers, 28.5K engagements
"My Mormon Bishop Dad was Excommunicated for Polygamy - Laurel Hell Ep. [----] In this raw and emotional deep-dive Laurel shares her powerful story of growing up in an extremely orthodox Mormon household as the youngest of eight children. From uncovering her Danish-Mormon ancestry to dealing with abuse purity culture and her father's secret polygamist "revelation" that led to his excommunication Laurel reflects on how early trauma sexual repression and church doctrine shaped her identity. She opens up about her mission to Poland her battle with anxiety shame and identity within the church and"
YouTube Link 2025-07-07T18:00Z 297K followers, 80.2K engagements
"How the Mormon Church Handles Doubt Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] In this eye-opening episode of LDS Discussions Mike John Dehlin and Nemo the Mormon explore the Mormon church's approach to handling doubt. They take a brief historical journey into the realm of Mormon doubt and apologetics. We critically examine the church's framing of doubters as unruly children and labeling doubts that lead away from the church as evil. They discuss the reliance on the church as the sole source of authority on truth and the discouragement of critical thinking. With insights from various church authorities"
YouTube Link 2023-08-18T18:00Z 297K followers, 61K engagements
"Mormon Church Saved My Life Then I Lost My Faith - Keira Shae Ep. [----] Today we welcome to the podcast Keira Shae who joins us to share her story of converting to the LDS Church as a teenager while growing up in an abusive home. Living in Utah Keira was surrounded by Mormons and idealized them as a contrast to her tumultuous home life. Around the age of fifteen she went to live with a foster family who required her to follow church guidelines very rigidly. At the time however this structured lifestyle was a welcome change from her chaotic upbringing. After marrying and starting a family with"
YouTube Link 2025-10-18T16:28Z 297K followers, 41.4K engagements
"Relief Society Secret Polygamy & Joseph Smith's Character - John Turner Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Welcome to Episode [--] of our series The Joseph Smith Podcast with Dr. John Turner where we discuss chapters from his new book Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet. In this episode we dive further into Chapter [--] (Upper Rooms) from John Turners work and unpack the origins of the LDS Relief Society in May of [----] right in the middle of Joseph Smiths secret practice of polygamy. We explore whether the Relief Society was meant to empower women function as a stepping stone to priesthood-like"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T09:48Z 298K followers, 11.7K engagements
"Finding out the Mormon Church wasn't true #mormon #faithcrisis #lds Ep: 1704-1705: https://youtube.com/playlistlist=PLxq5opj6GqODiBnVhLtU1oVP4l2yKMg4T ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1) Facilitate informed"
YouTube Link 2023-01-07T14:00Z 297K followers, 100.2K engagements
"Revelations after Joseph Smith Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] Today we discuss several problematic "revelations" by LDS prophets that succeeded Joseph Smith. These include: - John Taylor's [----] revelation on the continuation of polygamy. - The multiple "manifestos" allegedly ending the practice of polygamy (but not really). - The lifting of the [----] priesthood and temple ban against Mormons of African descent. - Changes to the LDS temple ceremony over the years. - Russell M. Nelson's condemnation of the use of the "Mormon" identity after Gordon B. Hinckley and Thomas S. Monson's strong"
YouTube Link 2023-03-24T18:00Z 297K followers, 145.7K engagements
"Mormon Patriarchal Blessings - A Discussion Ep. [----] LDS Discussions Ep. [--] Discover the truth behind Mormon Patriarchal Blessings in this eye-opening interview with hosts Mike @NEMOTHEMORMON and John. From reflections on their own blessings to the harmful effects of this mechanism of control over members the hosts delve into the nuanced nature of these individualized messages from God. With insights on how even past prophets have framed patriarchal blessings and the agelessness of their messages you won't want to miss this deep dive into revelation in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day"
YouTube Link 2023-05-12T18:00Z 297K followers, 71.7K engagements
"Leaving The Mormon Church Because of Racism Channel Achenbach Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Channel Margi and John discuss racism in general in the United States and racism experienced in Utah by Channel and her children in Utah based on their skin color with even her lighter-skinned children getting treated better than those with darker skin. Channel finally starts finding her own voice and speaking out about her experiences and observations in the church but with continued pushback from leaders Channel decides to resign and starts her platform on Tiktok. We learn where and how Channel is doing now that"
YouTube Link 2023-01-06T21:00Z 297K followers, 27.1K engagements
"Mormon Church Facing New Sex Abuse & Trafficking Lawsuits - Phil & Paydan Bussey Ep. [----] We sit down with the attorneys behind the explosive lawsuits filed against LDS Church alleging decades of systemic child sexual abuse and institutional cover-up. These lawsuits include shocking claims of abuse facilitated by Church leaders across multiple states and even international borders with some cases framed under federal trafficking statutes. The attorneys reveal how these cases aim to hold the Church accountable explain the legal strategy behind the state and federal coordination efforts and"
YouTube Link 2025-02-11T17:49Z 297K followers, 118.3K engagements
"Extermination Orders in Mormon Missouri - John Turner Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Welcome to Part [--] of our Joseph Smith the Podcast series with Dr. John G. Turner. Today we are continuing our discussion of Chapter [--] of his new book Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet that covers the years 1838-1839 in Missouri. Today we will dive deeper into one of the most volatile and consequential moments in early Latter-day Saint history: the escalating conflict between the Mormon settlers and the Missourians in the late 1830s. In this episode we examine how political tensions misinformation"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T14:44Z 297K followers, 17K engagements
"Critical Thinking After Mormonism with Randy Bell and RFM - [----] Join John Jenn Randy Bell and RFM as we go through Randys [--] steps of critical thinking for Mormons. What steps did you skip as an active believing Mormon Show notes: Post Traumatic Thriving: https://www.audible.com/pd/Post-Traumatic-Thriving-Part-1-Podcast/B09XBWWNNQ Mormonism Live: https://mormonismlive.org/ Heavens Gate: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heaven%27s_Gate_(religious_group) Mormon Stories Podcast with Randy Bell: https://mormonstories.org/podcast/from-mormon-to-christian-randy-bell/ Mormon Stories Podcast with RFM:"
YouTube Link 2022-05-05T20:00Z 297K followers, 22.8K engagements
"Freemasonry & The Early Nauvoo Endowment Ceremony - John Turner Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Welcome back to our Joseph Smith Podcast series with historian Dr. John Turner This is Episode [--] where we dive into Chapter [--] titled Upper Rooms from John Turners new book Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet. In this episode we focus on Nauvoo in [----] a pivotal year when Freemasonry the Relief Society secrecy and the earliest forms of the Nauvoo Endowment ceremony all intersect. The central question we wrestle with is this: To what extent did Freemasonry shape Joseph Smiths use of secrecy and"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T17:32Z 298K followers, 15.3K engagements
"Is the Mormon church pretending The Mormon church is pretending it doesnt harm people. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #lds #mormon #exmormon #religion #christianity #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members"
YouTube Link 2025-08-21T12:01Z 297K followers, 41.4K engagements
"Progressive Bishop w/ an Unbelieving Wife - Martine & Stuart Smith Pt [--] Ep. [----] Martine and Stuart Smith are back in part three as they discuss the heavy hand of Priesthood Authority from their Stake President; from false teachings affecting lives being told not to watch a particular show making youth covenant to go on missions and never date non-Mormons only to see him be released and excommunicated for embezzlement. Martine had sympathized with the Stake President who was sometimes unemployed and had five children. She later found out that this Stake President had put her membership status"
YouTube Link 2023-03-15T22:24Z 295K followers, 50.5K engagements
"Serving my mission in a racist area. #lds #mormon #exmormon #ldsmissionary"
YouTube Link 2024-01-31T17:28Z 294K followers, 2M engagements
"The Mormon church is not beyond criticism. #lds #mormon #exmormon"
YouTube Link 2024-01-15T16:51Z 293K followers, 150.7K engagements
"The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is not for everyone #lds #mormon #exmormon"
YouTube Link 2024-03-14T13:59Z 295K followers, 36.2K engagements
""I was never Broken as a Gay Mormon man" Appio Hunter talks about the realization that he as a gay Mormon man was never broken. The narrative simply came from broken people trying to help. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #lds #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #utah #exmormon ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T20:01Z 298K followers, [----] engagements
"Growing Up in Polygamy - Sam & Melissa Zitting Wyson Part [--] - [----] In part one join John and Jenn as they hear the unique Mormon Story of Sam and Melissa Zitting Wyson. Sam grew up in the FLDS church in Short Creek. After leaving the FLDS at age [--] he converted to the mainstream LDS church. He then met and fell in love with his beautiful wife Melissa. Listen in part two as Sam and Melissa begin to question doctrine of the LDS faith and their transition together out of the mainstream LDS church. You can find them on their amazing YouTube channel Growing Up In Polygamy"
YouTube Link 2022-06-27T18:00Z 295K followers, 244.8K engagements
"LDS church changes garments (underwear) Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----] The Mormon church recently changed their garments to accommodate sleeveless tops and shorter shorts. #LDS #Mormon #MormonStories #Christian #religion ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church"
YouTube Link 2025-06-05T16:23Z 293K followers, 51.3K engagements
"What causes a shelf to break in Mormonism Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. Britt Hartley talks about the causes of a shelf breaking in the Mormon church. @No Nonsense Spirituality #lds #mormon #religion ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators"
YouTube Link 2025-06-16T23:00Z 294K followers, 19.2K engagements
"Cover-ups in the Mormon Church Karen Hyatt talks about how the sexual a*use cover-ups in the Mormon church are the biggest issue with the church. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T13:44Z 298K followers, 11K engagements
"Problems with the Mormon law of health Benson Lawson talks about the problems with the Mormon law of health called the Word of Wisdom. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding Mormon"
YouTube Link 2025-09-22T10:53Z 294K followers, 22.4K engagements
"Mormon doctrine separates families #mormon #lds #mormonism Ep: 1704-1705: https://youtube.com/playlistlist=PLxq5opj6GqODiBnVhLtU1oVP4l2yKMg4T @KelseyEdwards has a unique upbringing as a child actor who was homeschooled by her Mormon parents. Driven by a desire to do whats right and excel Kelsey develops a perfectionism that goes beyond religious adherence into body image and leads to disordered eating. Kelsey is able to recover with help from her parents only to be thrown into another family crisis as her father succumbs to an opiate addiction after chronic back pain and leaves both the"
YouTube Link 2022-12-28T18:26Z 293K followers, 201.4K engagements
"Mormon Prophet Ezra Taft Benson taught against the Civil Rights Movement #lds #mormon"
YouTube Link 2023-08-04T02:59Z 294K followers, 20.4K engagements
"Polygamy Under Brigham Young w/ Lindsay Hansen Park & Bryan Buchanan Ep. [----] We explore the tumultuous history of Mormonism after Joseph Smith's death including Brigham Young's succession and controversial doctrines like polygamy and blood atonement. Lindsay Hansen Park and Bryan Buchanan guide us through the schisms scandals and sexual dynamics of this era from the chaotic leadership struggles in Nauvoo to the restrictive culture of polygamy in Utah. We examine how polygamy hindered missionary work and statehood the harsh realities for women the escalating conflicts with the US government"
YouTube Link 2023-11-06T20:00Z 296K followers, 118.6K engagements
"Unworthy for supporting gay marriage Heidi Bruno tells the story of how her husband got his Mormon temple recommend taken away because he supported gay marriage. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T15:30Z 298K followers, 16.9K engagements
"Mormon Bishop Abuses Children - Kolby & Cami Reddish Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Joining us on the podcast today are Kolby and Cami a married couple from Idaho whose life and faith were shaken when their bishop was convicted and sent to prison for sexually abusing children. We discuss the moves the local leadership made that shocked them including praising the former bishop in front of his victims to the entire ward congregation. This is one of the most important stories that highlight the LDS culture of conforming to authority vs following ones conscience and the fallout of doing the latter. We applaud"
YouTube Link 2022-02-24T17:00Z 295K followers, 193K engagements
"Excommunicated for Openly Disbelieving Joseph Smith's Polygamy - Karen Hyatt Ep. [----] In this in-depth conversation John sits down with Karen Hyatt to explore her lifelong faith journey in the LDS Church and the research that ultimately led to her excommunication. Karen shares her background as a devoted member -convert parents mission service leadership roles and decades without doubt before explaining what prompted her to closely examine Doctrine and Covenants [---] and the history of polygamy. Karen explains why she ultimately rejected D&C [---] why she believes Joseph Smith did NOT practice"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T22:11Z 298K followers, 41.3K engagements
""Reparative" therapy as a gay Mormon man Appio Hunter describes his time in Reparative Therapy as a gay Mormon man to help him reorient himself to be straight. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #lda #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #utah #exmormon ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T13:47Z 298K followers, [----] engagements
"Raised in the Two by Twos Cult (2x2 The Truth) - Kari and Kyle Hanks Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Kari & Kyle Hanks share their journey of leaving the secretive 2x2 church a religious group with no official name written doctrine or corporate structure. They discuss their upbringings struggles with faith the exclusivity of the religion and the trauma they endured. From discovering the churchs hidden history to creating a support group for ex-members they expose abuse scandals strict doctrines on women and emotional suppression within the group. Their deconstruction was influenced by the Mormon Stories"
YouTube Link 2025-04-09T14:35Z 295K followers, 229.3K engagements
"Mormon Apologist Admits CES Letter is Right About Joseph Smith Polygamy w/ Sandra Tanner Ep. [----] Join us as we dive into a thought-provoking discussion with Sandra Tanner about Brian Hales' recent video addressing the challenges raised in the CES Letter regarding polygamy. Hales controversially claims that Joseph Smith did not engage in sexual relations with his polyandrous wives (his wives who were already married). We'll explore key topics including biblical support for polygamy Emma Smith seeking divorce due to polygamy the possibility of Joseph sending men on missions to marry their"
YouTube Link 2024-10-05T02:01Z 294K followers, 141.9K engagements
"My Mormon Leader Abused Me as a Teen - Heidi Bruno Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Join us today for the start of an epic two-part episode with Heidi Bruno who is here to share her story of abuse within the church and her experience of losing a child as a Mormon mother. In Part [--] Heidi details her history of sexual abuse as a teenager by the Elders Quorum President in her wardwhile her father was serving as bishop. We discuss how her abuser groomed her using highly manipulative tactics and by abusing his authority in the ward. For years afterward Heidi carried the shame of this abusive relationship not"
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T19:00Z 295K followers, 38K engagements
"Sean and Crystal Escobars Journey out of Mormonism Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Sean and Crystal Escobar share their remarkable faith journey within the LDS community in this insightful interview. Their evolving perspectives on faith marriage and personal growth are candidly explored highlighting the complexities of navigating a faith crisis while fostering authenticity and resilience within their relationship. The couple discusses their experiences with doubt including Sean's profound research into challenging church claims and Crystal's emotional reactions to critical discussions. Their decision to"
YouTube Link 2019-05-09T08:45Z 295K followers, 10.7K engagements
"The Mormon Manifesto did NOT end Polygamy Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. Historian Bryan Buchanan talks about how the first Mormon manifesto did NOT actually end polygamy. Instead it was created to help Utah gain statehood. #lds #mormon #polygamy ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed"
YouTube Link 2025-06-19T16:46Z 294K followers, 18K engagements
"Nemo talks about how Mormon moral standards are about what you're authorized to do"
YouTube Link 2025-02-25T15:25Z 274K followers, [----] engagements
"Beliefs based on evidence or faith Kolby Reddish talks about how members of the church need to be honest about their beliefs being rooted in evidence or faith. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-23T16:11Z 298K followers, 17.3K engagements
"Mormon Bible Scholar - Dan McClellan Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Join me as we delve into the fascinating journey of Dan McClellan who revolutionized biblical scholarship on TikTok. With over 600k followers he democratized access to biblical knowledge showcasing his deep background in Jewish and Bible studies. From his unique mission experiences in Uruguay to his thought-provoking discussions on homosexuality and creation accounts in the Bible Dan's insights captivate. Born agnostic his conversion to Mormonism took a more social and emotional route than intellectual. He's an active church member even as"
YouTube Link 2023-08-21T18:00Z 295K followers, 123.5K engagements
"How Radio Free Mormon Lost his Faith Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Join John and Jenn for Part [--] of our interview with popular Mormon podcaster Radio Free Mormon wherein he shares the story of how he lost his Mormon faith. From TBM to RFM Part 1: https://bit.ly/3y4lJi7 Show Notes: Radio Free Mormon podcast https://bit.ly/3KtrSHa Mormonism Live with RFM and Bill Reel https://bit.ly/3KoXvS8 "A Treasured Testament" by Russell M. Nelson Ensign July 1993; one of few early examples of the Church admitting Joseph used a rock in a hat to produce the Book of Mormon https://bit.ly/3ksEwM0 New Testament Scholar Bart"
YouTube Link 2022-04-26T00:09Z 295K followers, 45.8K engagements
"April [----] LDS General Conference Recap w/ Patrick Mason and Jana Riess Mormon News Weekly Ep. [--] Hey Friends I am teaming with scholars Patrick Mason and Jana Riess to pilot a short weekly podcast entitled "Mormon News Weekly." Today we discuss the [----] April General Conference. Podcast home page can be found here: http://mormonnews.com. 00:00:00 Intro & panel background 00:02:40 What we hope we can do that other podcasts aren't doing 00:03:50 Is there a way to talk about difficult things and disagree that models healthy dialogue 00:05:20 General Conference 00:05:47 The highlight is when the"
YouTube Link 2023-04-14T22:43Z 295K followers, 13K engagements
"Mormon Church Telling Young Men They No Longer Have a Choice About Serving Missions An excerpt from an LDS stake conference held in Davis County Utah in May [----] - with commentary"
YouTube Link 2022-07-07T00:21Z 293K followers, 106.9K engagements
"1558: Loving & Leaving Mormonism - Lizzy & Spencer Bean pt. [--] Mormon Stories viewers are in for a treat with this series of episodes as we interview married couple Lizzy and Spencer Bean. In part one we dive into Lizzys story and unique upbringing as just one of two siblings in a Mormon family with convert parents in Upstate New York. We discuss the influence of her involvement with the Palmyra Pageant on her developing testimony as well as the Mormon propensity towards music and theater. Other topics include the culture shock after arriving in Provo when her dads career led him to teach"
YouTube Link 2022-03-09T17:00Z 295K followers, 50.2K engagements
"Mormon Stories #965: Jeanne and Jason Booth on Losing Your Faith as Bishop and Bishop's Wife Pt. [--] What would cause a sitting Mormon bishop and his wife to lose their testimonies while he is serving as bishop - leading him to resign as bishopJeanne and Jason's story is another in a series of episodes where we interview past Mormon bishops. The two describe raising their four children in the church their varied callings and how inextricable Mormonism was in their marriage and worldview.Jason's first call to a bishopric was not one he felt ready or spiritual enough for. Moved by the words of"
YouTube Link 2018-08-17T08:15Z 294K followers, 34.5K engagements
"Mormon parents disown me for being gay #mormon #lgbtq #ldsfamily Mormon Stories 1569: From Mormon Prepper to Ex-Mormon - Emma Pt. [--] Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=WHBYzMV6jDw&t=2896s ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other"
YouTube Link 2022-03-31T15:08Z 294K followers, 105.4K engagements
"Maven's Mormon Story - Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Maven shares an intensely personal faith journey out of Mormonism in a compelling video interview. She describes how experiences with excessive guilt and doubt led her to question core LDS teachings. Attending church schools surfaced further questions on race gender roles and the nature of eternity. Seeking assistance when struggling financially she was shamed by LDS welfare services contrasting sharply with the non-judgment she found at a secular agency. Her patriarchal blessing brought little comfort as she realized she was asexual in a church focused"
YouTube Link 2022-05-19T19:00Z 295K followers, 37.5K engagements
"The Making of "Ruby & Jodi: A Cult of Sin & Influence" Ep. [----] We are super excited to announce that a new docuseries entitled "Ruby & Jodi: A Cult of Sin and Influence" is set to be released on September 1st and 2nd on Investigation Discovery and HBO Max. This four part series provides unparalleled context behind the Ruby Franke / [--] Passengers / Jodi Hildebrandt saga. Several Ex-Mormon influencers were included in the series including Lauren and Dr. John Mathias (Hidden True Crime) Jordan and McKay Forsyth Dr. Julie De Azevedo and Natasha Helfer. Former Mormon Stories Podcast interviewees"
YouTube Link 2025-08-27T22:51Z 295K followers, 38.6K engagements
"Why I Resigned as a Mormon Bishop - Nick and Amanda Jones Ep. [----] A few weeks ago Mormon Bishop Nick Jones (Mississippi) took the LDS church by storm by resigning his position as bishop from the pulpit (with the video being subsequently shared on TikTok and YouTube). Please join us for Nick and Amanda's (his wife's) story. We welcome your questions and comments. Also Nick's resignation video can be found here: https://youtu.be/08J-CNG5muw Episode Show Notes: https://www.mormonstories.org/portfolio-items/i-resigned-as-mormon-bishop/ Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:35 Intentions for coming on"
YouTube Link 2024-02-01T20:46Z 295K followers, 649.6K engagements
"Learning about the racism in the Mormon church. #lds #race #black #exmormon Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode 1888"
YouTube Link 2024-04-25T12:00Z 296K followers, 27.3K engagements
"The Most RACIST Mormon Scripture #lds #mormon #racism #scripture"
YouTube Link 2023-06-27T04:30Z 294K followers, 43.4K engagements
"Mormon Church Changes Children Polygamy Lesson After Online Criticisms Ep. [----] In December [----] the Mormon Church released a new chapter in the childrens Doctrine and Covenants Stories on the topic of polygamy. In that chapter they discuss how God sometimes commands his people to live polygamy and how hard it was for Joseph Smith to obey. The chapter also discusses how Josephs wife Emma did not want her husband to marry other women. Children were even taught that some of the brethren were arrested and put in prison for living polygamy. After the release of that chapter many people spoke up"
YouTube Link 2025-02-19T21:29Z 291K followers, 42.1K engagements
"Mormon Temple INSIDER: Sealer Martin Lock Ep. [----] A former Mormon Temple Presidency member from the U.K. Martin Lock candidly discusses his disillusionment with the LDS Church after learning troubling historical facts. He reveals shocking details about temple rituals the Second Anointing ceremony granting eternal life and how polygamy drove the creation of temple sealings. Lock's journey from devout believer to critic exposes the deep schism between the Church's teachings and its origins. Show Notes: https://www.mormonstories.org/portfolio-items/temple-sealer-martin-lock/ Chapters: 00:00:00"
YouTube Link 2024-06-17T18:00Z 296K followers, 219K engagements
"Hungry for a heavenly mother Keira Shae talks about her hunger for a Heavenly Mother. She was raised in a troubled home and longed for the Divine Feminine. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T10:40Z 293K followers, [----] engagements
"The Mormon Church behaves like a teenager Dr Julie Hanks Jana Spangler and Beau Oyler discuss how the Mormon church behaves. @DrJulieHanks @janjospan @beau_oyler Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and"
YouTube Link 2025-09-12T16:01Z 295K followers, 35.6K engagements
"When Your Child Dies as a Mormon Mom - Heidi Bruno Pt. [--] Ep. [----] We are back today with Part [--] of our epic interview with Heidi Bruno. In Part [--] Heidi shared her story of suffering sexual abuse as a teenager at the hands of the Elders Quorum President in her ward. In Part [--] we shift the focus to Heidis daughter Holly who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of eight and tragically passed away in March of [----]. Heidi describes the inspiring movement that Holly started during her treatment called Love Is Everywhere and the wide-reaching impact it had on many communities. While the gospel was a"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T01:13Z 295K followers, [----] engagements
"Former Mormon temple presidency member discusses his thoughts on Joseph Smith"
YouTube Link 2024-06-20T16:45Z 296K followers, 243.9K engagements
"Feeling invisible at Church when my son David Archuleta became famous. #lds #mormon"
YouTube Link 2023-09-22T02:33Z 296K followers, 136.4K engagements
"The Book of Abraham was allegedly translated from papyri written by Abraham"
YouTube Link 2023-01-31T02:18Z 295K followers, 50.6K engagements
"Polygamy or Adultery Fanny Alger & Joseph Smith - John Turner Pt. [--] Ep. [----] Welcome to part [--] of our epic series on Dr. John G. Turners landmark biography Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet. Things are really heating up as we enter the mid-1830s in the life of Joseph Smith founder of the Latter-day Saint movement. This episode dives into one of the most controversial and debated episodes in early Mormon history Josephs relationship with Fanny Alger a young woman employed in the Smith household in Kirtland Ohio in [----]. Was it adultery Was it an early form of plural"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T17:39Z 294K followers, 13.1K engagements
"Dreading Mormon heaven as a woman Caroline Barrow talks about dreading Mormon heaven as a woman because her husband could choose to marry multiple women. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members"
YouTube Link 2025-11-03T12:48Z 294K followers, 21.7K engagements
"Mormon Brian Pew voting opposed at LDS General Conference. #lds #mormon #churchofjesuschrist Brian Pew voting opposed at LDS General Conference April [----]. Love it or hate it.this takes courage. Apparently Brian was met by several security guards after the session and was heavily pressed to provide his name and stake information to the security guards"
YouTube Link 2023-04-02T14:03Z 293K followers, 150.7K engagements
"Top [--] Mormon Problems Exposed by Sandra (and Jerald) Tanner Ep. [----] Today we are re-introducing Sandra Tanner to a new generation of Mormons exMormons and never-Mormons. Both Sandra and her husband Jerald have strong Mormon backgrounds. When he was only eighteen Jerald began to have doubts about his faith. When they began dating Sandra Tanner also began to doubt. Throughout the 60s 70s and 80s Jerald and Sandra Tanner were among the first to begin publishing on the problems with Mormon history and its truth claims. They opened a bookstore called the Utah Lighthouse Ministry and began"
YouTube Link 2025-03-27T09:34Z 296K followers, 160.2K engagements
"Pioneers (A Mormon Poem by Carol Lynn Pearson) Where there's truth you follow.if you are a pioneer"
YouTube Link 2010-08-28T10:18Z 294K followers, 12.3K engagements
"Wearing Pants to the Mormon Church Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. Jennie Latham Johnson talks about what it was like to wear pants as a woman to the Mormon church ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding Mormon"
YouTube Link 2025-06-11T23:16Z 294K followers, 52.7K engagements
"Jubilee's Mormons vs Ex-Mormons on Middle Ground - Ex-Mormon Cast Reacts Ep. [----] Join John Dehlin Jillian Orr Liz and Dillan for clips and behind-the-scenes commentary on the Jubilee channels Mormons vs Ex-Mormons episode. We think youll get fired up with us as we highlight the most infuriating logical fallacies and manipulative tactics employed by the Mormon debaters as well as the more poignant genuine moments from each side. Beyond the debate recap the conversation explores profoundly personal wounds still felt from the religions damaging teachings on LGBTQ identities and traditional"
YouTube Link 2024-02-06T17:00Z 293K followers, 143.9K engagements
"In defense ofSecret Lives of Mormon Wives Hayley Rawle of Girls Camp Podcast talks about the impact that The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is having in introducing Mormon culture to the world. @Girlscamppodcast Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T17:01Z 295K followers, [----] engagements
"Human Trafficking in Early Mormonism Top Mormon leader William Law published the Nauvoo Expositor in [----] and the Mormon prophet Joseph Smith had it destroyed. In the newspaper Law exposed Smiths involvement in human trafficking. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and"
YouTube Link 2025-05-14T14:25Z 294K followers, 31.8K engagements
"How can you deny your Mormon testimony Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. John McLay talks about how he answers the question: How can you deny his past experiences in the Mormon church #lds #mormon #religion #faithcrisis ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members"
YouTube Link 2025-07-01T20:26Z 296K followers, 29.6K engagements
"Lost faith in Joseph Smith because of Warren Jeffs Ceci Hendrickson tells the story of how she lost faith in Joseph Smith because she had lost her faith in Warren Jeffs. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #exmormon #lds #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #utah #exmormon ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T16:06Z 298K followers, 14K engagements
"Growing up with Teal Swan - Diana Hansen Ribera - Mormon Stories Ep. [----] Teal Swan is a highly controversial New Age guru with millions of online followers. Teal specifically markets her services to vulnerable often suicidal individuals and advances highly controversial and/or damaging beliefs and techniques including: - Encouraging graphic suicidal ideation. - Nurturing false memories and false accusations of ritual abuse by family members through thoroughly debunked recovered memory techniques. - Waterboarding as a trauma treatment. - Downplaying the severity of death by suicide by"
YouTube Link 2022-06-06T16:00Z 296K followers, 323.6K engagements
"When Your Mormon Children Stop Believing - Nan & Rod Osborne Pt. [--] Ep [----] Join Nan and Rod Osborne on a journey through their lives as devoted Mormons parents and spouses and discover how their faith shaped their family culture. From Nan's early years in the LDS community to Rod's conversion and mission to the challenges of raising a large family no topic is off-limits in this captivating interview. Along the way they share their experiences with temple worship gender roles and the pressure to keep their children on the "Mormon train." However when their children start to question their"
YouTube Link 2023-05-09T18:00Z 295K followers, 81K engagements
"A Mormon Historian responded with an anonymous pamphlet to Sandra and Jerald Tanners criticisms"
YouTube Link 2023-03-09T03:40Z 294K followers, 99.2K engagements
"Attending the Mormon Church is a stressful event. #lds #mormon #latterdaysaint"
YouTube Link 2023-07-09T20:49Z 296K followers, 34.3K engagements
"Mormon Church sexually shames women #mormon #lds #purityculture Ep. 1438: https://youtu.be/Xqus_ef6z20 ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1) Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and"
YouTube Link 2022-12-11T03:06Z 294K followers, 125.5K engagements
"Mormon revelations can be dangerous Laurel Hell tells the story of how her Mormon dad received revelation to take a polygamous wife Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #lds #polygamy #mormon #religion ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and"
YouTube Link 2025-07-09T13:31Z 293K followers, 26.5K engagements
"Joseph Smiths polygamy and the Law of Sarah. #lds #mormon #latterdaysaint #josephsmith #prolds"
YouTube Link 2023-08-11T21:58Z 294K followers, 113.3K engagements
"Douglas Stilgoe / Nemo - Leaving the LDS Church as a Young Adult in the U.K. - Mormon Stories #1345 As part of our ongoing series on 21st century Mormonism outside of the United States today we interview Douglas Stilgoe. Douglas is a [--] year old 3rd generation Mormon raised in Warwickshire England (Coventry England Stake). Douglas' story is interesting for many reasons: - He discusses life as a Mormon in the UK in the 2000's. - He was raised in the same area as Tom Phillips the high-ranking Mormon church leader in the U.K. who lost his faith and left the church AFTER receiving his 2nd"
YouTube Link 2020-09-15T18:00Z 294K followers, 67.6K engagements
"Conversion therapy through Mormon BYU Voice actor Cam Clarke talks about how he attended conversion therapy through Mormon BYU. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----] #lds #mormon #byu #conversiontherapy #religion ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members"
YouTube Link 2025-07-09T13:28Z 293K followers, 13.4K engagements
"Tim Ballard accuses Mormon Church of Satanic ritual ause Tim Ballard accuses the Mormon church of Satanic ritual ause. @CarahBurrell Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding Mormon"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T20:03Z 294K followers, 15K engagements
"Are Mormon standards lowering Alyssa Witbeck talks about the unattainable beauty standards for women through the lens of Jessi from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives @lyslikeswords Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T14:01Z 295K followers, 15.2K engagements
"The Mormon church in impoverished countries #ldsmissionary #mission"
YouTube Link 2024-05-18T14:02Z 296K followers, 30.2K engagements
"Mind control shame and perfectionism in cults #lds #mormon #exmormon #cult"
YouTube Link 2023-03-27T16:07Z 294K followers, 37.8K engagements
"Did Joseph Smith Have Sex With His Plural Wives LDS Discussions [--] Ep. [----] Many have asked the question: Did Mormon Prophet Joseph Smith have sex with his polygamous wives During his lifetime Joseph Smith engaged in polygamy (which was illegal in the state of Illinois) and his wives consisted of women who were underage women who were single women who were widowed and women who were already legally married. What is the evidence for his sexual relations with them Additionally a number of the brethren were also commanded to live polygamy what is the evidence for sexual relations in those unions"
YouTube Link 2025-02-13T18:05Z 273K followers, 26.2K engagements
"Mormon missionary speaks out #lds #latterdaysaint #mormon #missionary"
YouTube Link 2023-04-25T03:37Z 293K followers, 52.9K engagements
"Scandalous talks at the Mormon Church #lds #mormon #latterdaysaint"
YouTube Link 2023-06-07T22:35Z 296K followers, 176.3K engagements
"Jordan and McKay Pt. [--] - Jordans Mormon Story - Ep. [----] Mormon Stories is excited to welcome ex-Mormon Youtuber couple Jordan and McKay on for a three-part series about their journey In part two we dive into Jordans story and want to lead off with a heavy trigger warning for sexual abuse. Jordan who grew up in a similar area of Colorado as McKay had a very different Mormon upbringing. We discuss the effects of having a never Mormon father her moms remarriage and a devastating story of how her sexual abuse was handled my Mormon family and leaders. --------------- ***We are 100% donor funded"
YouTube Link 2022-02-02T17:01Z 294K followers, 162.6K engagements
"Mormon Mission President let the missionaries do what #mormon #lds #ldsmissionary Ep. 1681: https://youtu.be/icNIqz1b1Uk ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1) Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members"
YouTube Link 2022-11-16T14:19Z 293K followers, 4.7M engagements
"Is the Mormon Church a force for good Dr. Joe Ngatia discusses how the Mormon church is a force for good. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding Mormon history doctrine and theology 2."
YouTube Link 2025-10-20T12:07Z 296K followers, 11.4K engagements
"First Black woman to speak at LDS General Conference #mormon #lds #ldsgeneralconference Ep. 1714: https://youtu.be/q2Zc6TSGd0Y Watch Channel's Full Story: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=zbyGhOXVSqE&list=PLxq5opj6GqOCQclBv9mdHAYD5UQHb9YCp Channel Margi and John discuss racism in general in the United States and racism experienced in Utah by Channel and her children in Utah based on their skin color with even her lighter-skinned children getting treated better than those with darker skin. ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted"
YouTube Link 2023-01-16T16:00Z 295K followers, 107.9K engagements
"Escaping Scientology - Claire & Marc Headley Pt. [--] Ep. [----] In Part Two of our conversation with Claire and Marc Headley we dive into the details of how they finally escaped the Sea Organization and the events that led up to that decision. We will also discuss other topics such as the FBI's investigation into Scientology why they have spoken out against the church since leaving and how Scientology responds to critics. Claire and Marc also open up about their ongoing mission to help others break free including their work with the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation which provides resources"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T13:03Z 294K followers, 38K engagements
"Thought-stopping in Mormonism Heidi Bruno talks about how she had to continually shut off her thoughts and questions about the Mormon church. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T14:45Z 298K followers, 15.2K engagements
"Pay tithing to the Mormon Church or feed my family #mormon #ldschurch #tithing Ep. 1675: https://youtu.be/ULrXpzp6EwQ ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1) Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members"
YouTube Link 2022-11-15T15:40Z 296K followers, 167.6K engagements
"More women are leaving the Mormon church Dr. Julie Hanks talks about the inequality experienced by women in the Mormon church. @thesurefoundation Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T17:01Z 296K followers, 19K engagements
"Polygamy Under Joseph Smith w/ Lindsay Hansen Park & Bryan Buchanan Ep. [----] In this engaging interview with historian Bryan Buchanan and Lindsay Hansen Park we delve into the complex history of Joseph Smith's controversial practice of polygamy. What evidence supports his multiple marriages the experiences of his wives and the implications of this aspect of Mormon history Throughout the interview we emphasize the importance of nuanced historical analysis over apologetics encouraging open and honest discussions about Mormon history polygamy and the broader impact of these topics on the faith's"
YouTube Link 2023-09-22T18:00Z 296K followers, 162.9K engagements
"Joseph Smith Didnt Practice Polygamy - Says Michelle Stone Ep. [----] For nearly two centuries Joseph Smiths involvement in polygamy has been a point of controversy. Historians and more recentlyLDS leaders haveaffirmedthat the Mormon prophet took dozens of wives. But a growing movement within the Church is challenging that narrative arguing that Smith was a monogamistand that polygamy was a later invention used to justify the actions of Brigham Young and other church leaders. One of the most vocal advocates of this perspective is Michelle Stone creator of [---] Problems: Revisiting Mormon"
YouTube Link 2025-02-22T09:46Z 296K followers, 71K engagements
"I was taught the cupcake lesson in Mormon Sunday School #lds #mormon #christian"
YouTube Link 2023-01-24T23:49Z 295K followers, 2M engagements
"Nemo is facing potential excommunication from the Mormon church"
YouTube Link 2024-09-12T17:10Z 294K followers, 21.4K engagements
"John Dehlin loved Mormonism #mormon #lds Ep. 1696: https://youtu.be/L4vgVVwcKhM ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1) Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding"
YouTube Link 2023-01-07T22:00Z 294K followers, 77.2K engagements
"Are women equal to men in the Mormon Church"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T17:47Z 294K followers, 10K engagements
"Leaving The Mormon Church Would Be The Scariest Thing Ever #mormon #faithcrisis #lds Ep: 1704-1705: https://youtube.com/playlistlist=PLxq5opj6GqODiBnVhLtU1oVP4l2yKMg4T ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1)"
YouTube Link 2023-01-03T15:55Z 295K followers, 73.1K engagements
"How critics become fundamentalist Mormons Greg Matson (who runs the Cwic podcast) asks why it is that critics of the church suddenly become fundamentalist Mormons. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T15:00Z 298K followers, 18K engagements
"Punished for being the best Mormon #lds #mormon #exmormon"
YouTube Link 2024-02-09T02:01Z 294K followers, 110.5K engagements
"The Mormon Church cares more about active members #mormon #lds #christianity Ep. 1696: https://youtu.be/L4vgVVwcKhM ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1) Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members"
YouTube Link 2023-01-04T15:53Z 294K followers, 41.3K engagements
"I was told by a General Authority NOT to be inclusive #lds #mormon #exmormon"
YouTube Link 2024-02-14T15:55Z 296K followers, 179.2K engagements
"Mormon Bishops Discuss Their Experiences Ep. [----] Content warning: mentions of child abse assault suicidlality Four former Mormon Bishops - Beau Nick Jedd and Rob - have an intimate discussion about the oft-hidden realities of serving in Mormon leadership including the lack of training on handling abuse cases near-suicidal stress levels the painful contradictions between doctrine and human needs and the ways bureaucratic priorities seem to trump pastoral care. With empathy and nuance they peel back the curtain on issues like LGBTQ exclusion leader worship doubted spiritual 'gifts' unhealthy"
YouTube Link 2024-02-02T21:03Z 294K followers, 249.2K engagements
"How the Mormon Church trains its missionaries to find potential converts #lds #mormon #missionary"
YouTube Link 2023-07-05T05:03Z 294K followers, 45.2K engagements
"People who leave the Mormon Church #lds #mormon #latterdaysaint"
YouTube Link 2023-08-03T00:00Z 293K followers, 64.4K engagements
"The richest church in the world Roger Hendrix discusses the vast wealth of the Mormon church. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members investigators and non-members regarding Mormon history doctrine and theology [--]. Support"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T13:44Z 298K followers, 39.5K engagements
"My seminary teacher told us Mormon prophets were racist #lds #mormon #latterdaysaint #prophet"
YouTube Link 2023-09-06T05:27Z 293K followers, 109.4K engagements
"Father gives 12-year-old daughter to the prophet Ceci Hendrickson talks about how her husband sobbed when he delivered his twelve year old daughter to the FLDS prophet Warren Jeffs. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #lds #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #utah #exmormon ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T12:58Z 298K followers, 11.7K engagements
"The Mormon health code makes no sense Olivia talks about how the Mormon health code makes no sense. Watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Episode [----]. #lds #mormon #exmormon #religion #christianity #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: [--]. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church"
YouTube Link 2025-08-13T09:00Z 296K followers, 61.6K engagements
"Mormon Bishop Melts Down in Eagle Mountain - Jared and Camille Johnson Ep. [----] In this in-depth interview Jared and Camille share their intertwined journeys through faith family and personal growth within the Mormon Church. They discuss formative experiences from Jareds basketball career and mission (under Jeffrey Holland and Brad Wilcox) where he faced challenges like fraudulent baptisms in Chile and an unexpected interview with Apostle Richard G. Scottto Camilles teenage struggles with modesty faith and mental health. Their love story temple experiences and navigating higher callings in"
YouTube Link 2024-11-18T19:00Z 296K followers, 165.6K engagements
"Mormon Church told us we should start having children right away. #mormon #lds #exmormon Episode 1321: https://youtu.be/hneM0kqJLik Mormon Church told us we should start having children right away. ABOUT US: Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism - hosted by Dr. John Dehlin. At Mormon Stories we explore celebrate and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We also occasionally interview scholars authors LDS apologists and other professionals. Our"
YouTube Link 2022-12-02T22:10Z 293K followers, 857.4K engagements
"The Mormon church cannot afford to rapidly modernize #mormon #lds #exmormon"
YouTube Link 2024-02-29T15:34Z 294K followers, 54.2K engagements
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