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Mormon Stories PodcastAn Inconvenient Faith & Progressive Mormonism w/ Julie Hanks, Jana Spangler & Beau Oyler | Ep. 2058Recently 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 amount of excitement and critique on the Internet.Please join Mormon Stories for a livestream as a panel (John Dehlin, Bishop...
2025-09-045h 13Mormon Stories PodcastQuestioning Mormon Learns REAL Truth about Joseph Smith w/ John Dehlin and Carah Burrell | Ep. 2016Join us as we revisit this epic interview with John Dehlin and Carah Burrell, which originally aired on Carah's channel in 2023.Eve, a good friend of Carah Burrell's, was an active and faithful member of the LDS Church at the time of this interview. She had begun to question aspects of the Church—particularly polygamy—and agreed to sit down with Carah and John for a truly unique conversation. In this interview, they simply presented her with factual information about LDS history and captured her real-time reactions.This one-of-a-kind interview is now being shared on Morm...
2025-05-051h 33Mormon Stories PodcastUnraveling the Threads of Mormon History w/ Sandra Tanner | Ep. 1978This video features Sandra Tanner, a descendant of Brigham Young, sharing insights into her family history and involvement in Mormon history. From Brigham Young's legal wife, Mary Ann Angell, to descendants of the Mountain Meadows Massacre, Sandra delves into the complexities of her heritage and polygamy's impact on her upbringing.The discussion explores Sandra's journey into Mormon historical research with her late husband, Jerald, encounters with figures like Ogden Kraut and Ervil LeBaron, and her work with notable journalists and podcasters, including Wallace Turner, Peggy Fletcher Stack, and John Dehlin. This episode offers a fascinating look at the intersections...
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Mormon Stories PodcastJohn Explains Joseph Smith and His Own Story - w/ the Cross Examiner | Ep. 1907John Dehlin is in the hot seat again, this time with Graham Martin’s podcast, The Cross Examiner. Graham takes on the case of Rationality vs Religion using his experience as a lawyer to examine claims, making his listeners the “jury.”
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Mormon Stories - LDS1791: The Teachings of Prophet Ezra Taft Benson w/ John LarsenStep into the thought-provoking world of hosts John Larsen, Carah Burrell, and John Dehlin as they delve into the life and beliefs of Ezra Taft Benson, an influential figure in Mormonism. Uncovering historical insights, they explore Benson's views on communism, civil rights, and his perplexing association with conspiracy theories. From dissecting Benson's rigid authoritarian stance to questioning his understanding of communism, they candidly evaluate the impact of his leadership within the Church. With engaging discussions on American exceptionalism, the divinity of the Constitution, and the role of women in Benson's teachings, this episode invites listeners to reflect...
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Mormon Stories Podcast1791: The Teachings of Prophet Ezra Taft Benson w/ John LarsenStep into the thought-provoking world of hosts John Larsen, Carah Burrell, and John Dehlin as they delve into the life and beliefs of Ezra Taft Benson, an influential figure in Mormonism. Uncovering historical insights, they explore Benson's views on communism, civil rights, and his perplexing association with conspiracy theories. From dissecting Benson's rigid authoritarian stance to questioning his understanding of communism, they candidly evaluate the impact of his leadership within the Church. With engaging discussions on American exceptionalism, the divinity of the Constitution, and the role of women in Benson's teachings, this episode invites listeners to reflect...
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Mormon Stories - LDS1769: Mormon Superiority w/ John LarsenIn this enlightening interview, John Larsen explores with John Dehlin and Carah Burrell the concept of superiority within Mormonism and its far-reaching implications. He delves into the various ways in which superiority is ingrained in Mormon theology, scriptures, and practices, shedding light on the inherent biases and discriminatory narratives that persist within the community. From the belief in white skin as inherently superior to the patriarchal nature of the priesthood and the reinforcement of rigid gender roles, John uncovers the damaging effects of these doctrines. He also discusses the patronizing language used to describe those outside the faith, the...
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Mormon Stories Podcast1769: Mormon Superiority w/ John LarsenIn this enlightening interview, John Larsen explores with John Dehlin and Carah Burrell the concept of superiority within Mormonism and its far-reaching implications. He delves into the various ways in which superiority is ingrained in Mormon theology, scriptures, and practices, shedding light on the inherent biases and discriminatory narratives that persist within the community. From the belief in white skin as inherently superior to the patriarchal nature of the priesthood and the reinforcement of rigid gender roles, John uncovers the damaging effects of these doctrines. He also discusses the patronizing language used to describe those outside the faith, the...
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Mormon Stories - LDS1718: If John Could Change the Church w/ Cults to ConsciousnessJohn is in the hot seat again as Shelise Sola of @CultstoConsciousness does the interviewing around the topic of what and how John Dehlin would change the Mormon (LDS) Church if he were prophet. John expertly synthesizes and explains in easy-to-understand chunks the largest problems facing the Mormon Church today and ways it harms its most ardent believers and their families from past racism, current treatment of women and homophobia, covering up real history etc. While Shelise only recently started her podcast, “Cults to Consciousness,” she is quickly gaining viewership and a following due to her vibrant pers...
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Mormon Stories Podcast1718: If John Could Change the Church w/ Cults to ConsciousnessJohn is in the hot seat again as Shelise Sola of @CultstoConsciousness does the interviewing around the topic of what and how John Dehlin would change the Mormon (LDS) Church if he were prophet. John expertly synthesizes and explains in easy-to-understand chunks the largest problems facing the Mormon Church today and ways it harms its most ardent believers and their families from past racism, current treatment of women and homophobia, covering up real history etc. While Shelise only recently started her podcast, “Cults to Consciousness,” she is quickly gaining viewership and a following due to her vibrant pers...
2023-01-162h 42Mormon Stories - LDS1696: Marriage on a Tightrope Interviews Margi & John DehlinJoin Kattie & Allan from Marriage on a Tightrope as they interview John & Margi on the various aspects of faith transitioning as a couple. Marriage on a Tightrope started as a resource for mixed-faith couples (like themselves) after Allan lost his faith. Mixed faith marriages have their own unique complications and issues and Allan & Kattie hold vulnerable conversations about their mixed faith marriage in order to give the listener context and resources to navigate their own relationship. They have helped hundreds of couples and families stay together and learn to love, accept, and communicate with each other...
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Mormon Stories Podcast1696: Marriage on a Tightrope Interviews Margi & John DehlinJoin Kattie & Allan from Marriage on a Tightrope as they interview John & Margi on the various aspects of faith transitioning as a couple. Marriage on a Tightrope started as a resource for mixed-faith couples (like themselves) after Allan lost his faith. Mixed faith marriages have their own unique complications and issues and Allan & Kattie hold vulnerable conversations about their mixed faith marriage in order to give the listener context and resources to navigate their own relationship. They have helped hundreds of couples and families stay together and learn to love, accept, and communicate with each other...
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Mormon Stories Podcast1658: Tough Questions for John Dehlin - Patrick Mason Pt 3Patrick Mason returns to flip the script and put John under scrutiny! Patrick Q. Mason holds the Leonard J. Arrington Chair of Mormon History and Culture at USU. He has written or edited several books, including Proclaim Peace: The Restoration’s Answer to an Age of Conflict (Maxwell Institute and Deseret Book, 2021); Mormonism and Violence: The Battles of Zion (Cambridge University Press, 2019); What Is Mormonism? A Student's Introduction (Routledge, 2017); Out of Obscurity: Mormonism since 1945, co-edited with John Turner (Oxford University Press, 2016); Directions for Mormon Studies in the Twenty-First Century (University of Utah Press, 2016); and The Mormon Menace: Vi...
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Mormon Stories - LDS1658: Tough Questions for John Dehlin - Patrick Mason Pt 3Patrick Mason returns to flip the script and put John under scrutiny! Patrick Q. Mason holds the Leonard J. Arrington Chair of Mormon History and Culture at USU. He has written or edited several books, including Proclaim Peace: The Restoration’s Answer to an Age of Conflict (Maxwell Institute and Deseret Book, 2021); Mormonism and Violence: The Battles of Zion (Cambridge University Press, 2019); What Is Mormonism? A Student's Introduction (Routledge, 2017); Out of Obscurity: Mormonism since 1945, co-edited with John Turner (Oxford University Press, 2016); Directions for Mormon Studies in the Twenty-First Century (University of Utah Press, 2016); and The Mormon Menace: Vi...
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Mormon Stories Podcast1650: John Dehlin's Thoughts on Christianity - w/ Steven Pynakker of Mormon Book ReviewsJohn's in the hot seat AGAIN as Steve Pynakker from YouTube Channel Mormon Book Reviews interviews John on his Spiritual Journey after being excommunicated from the Mormon Church. ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the link below and choose "Mormon Stories". Amazon will do the rest at no cost to you. Amazon Donates When You Purchase Items APP: Enable Amazon Smile in your app by foll...
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Mormon Stories - LDS1650: John Dehlin's Spiritual Journey - w/ Steven Pynakker of Mormon Book ReviewsJohn's in the hot seat AGAIN as Steve Pynakker from YouTube Channel Mormon Book Reviews interviews John on his Spiritual Journey after being excommunicated from the Mormon Church. ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Thank you for your donations! Monthly Donor: Monthly Donor or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories One Time Donation: One Time Donation or https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories Amazon Purchases: ONLINE: Follow the link below and choose "Mormon Stories". Amazon will do the rest at no cost to you. Amazon Donates When You Purchase Items APP: Enable Amazon Smile in your app by foll...
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Mormon Stories Podcast1649: John Dehlin in the Hot Seat - An Interview with Rick Bennett of Gospel TangentsJohn takes the hot seat this time as Rick Bennett from YouTube Channel Gospel Tangents does the interviewing. Gospel Tangents is a channel looking to represent a 360 degree view of Mormonism and welcomes guests representing various views and experiences of the Restoration Gospel started by Joseph Smith. Rick calls John Dehlin the "grandfather" of Mormon podcasting. Not that he's old, but rather internet-old! Rick asks John about his journey in and out of the Church, dating an Oscar-winning actress in high school, some of his dealing with general authorities, and his excommunication and aftermath. They also discuss h...
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Mormon Stories - LDS1649: John Dehlin in the Hot Seat - An Interview with Rick Bennett of Gospel TangentsJohn takes the hot seat this time as Rick Bennett from YouTube Channel Gospel Tangents does the interviewing. Gospel Tangents is a channel looking to represent a 360 degree view of Mormonism and welcomes guests representing various views and experiences of the Restoration Gospel started by Joseph Smith. Rick calls John Dehlin the "grandfather" of Mormon podcasting. Not that he's old, but rather internet-old! Rick asks John about his journey in and out of the Church, dating an Oscar-winning actress in high school, some of his dealing with general authorities, and his excommunication and aftermath. They also discuss h...
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Mormon Stories Podcast1643: The Trinity & the Book of Mormon with John LarsenJoin John Larsen, John Dehlin and Carah Burrell as they discuss how prior to the 1837 edits, The Book of Mormon was squarely trinitarian in its approach to God and Jesus christ. Some trinitarian elements remain in the book today. We will discuss and analyze each Passage to determine what Smith's theology was in the early days of Mormonism. ________ Donate to support John/Carah Show for Mormon Expressions Mormon Expressions Podcast on Spotify Nuancehoe/Carah Burrell’s Channel John Larsen’s Channel ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Than...
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Mormon Stories - LDS1643: The Trinity & the Book of Mormon with John LarsenJoin John Larsen, John Dehlin and Carah Burrell as they discuss how prior to the 1837 edits, The Book of Mormon was squarely trinitarian in its approach to God and Jesus christ. Some trinitarian elements remain in the book today. We will discuss and analyze each Passage to determine what Smith's theology was in the early days of Mormonism. ________ Donate to support John/Carah Show for Mormon Expressions Mormon Expressions Podcast on Spotify Nuancehoe/Carah Burrell’s Channel John Larsen’s Channel ________ WE ARE 100% DONOR FUNDED! Than...
2022-08-191h 42Mormon Stories Podcast1608: Parenting After Mormonism with Rachel - Margi & John DehlinJoin Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). Rachel of PostMormon Parenting on Instagram will be joining us in the studio! Rachel was born and raised in a Mormon family on the east coast. She spent her youth preparing to be a “mother in Zion.” She had three children before her faith transition, and her parenting style was modeled after the examples she found in the scriptures and at church. During and after her faith transition, she realized that this style was doing more harm than good, and thing...
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Mormon Stories - LDS1603: John Larsen & The Tower of BabelJoin John Dehlin, John Larsen and Carah Burrell tonight at 7:00PM MT as they discuss the Tower of Babel as only John Larsen can! ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— MSP on Spotify MSP on Apple Podcasts MSP Blog Instagram Patreon TikTok Discord Contact Us! *MormonStories@gmail.com *PO Box 171085 Salt Lake City, UT 84117
2022-05-312h 23Mormon Stories Podcast1603: The Tower of Babel w/ John LarsenJoin John Dehlin, John Larsen and Carah Burrell tonight at 7:00PM MT as they discuss the Tower of Babel as only John Larsen can! ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— MSP on Spotify MSP on Apple Podcasts MSP Blog Instagram Patreon TikTok Discord Contact Us! *MormonStories@gmail.com *PO Box 171085 Salt Lake City, UT 84117
2022-05-312h 23Mormon Stories - LDS1598: Overcoming Religious Shame and Scrupulosity - Marc OslundJoin Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories tomorrow, Tuesday May 24th, at noon (MST). Marc Oslund will be joining us in the studio! Marc spent most of his young adult life and the entirety of his time in the Mormon church trying to fit in. After converting to Mormonism, Marc’s tendency to be hard on himself grew into scrupulosity--a form of religious OCD that made his self-worth plummet. Marc began to believe that he was never good enough--a belief that took a steep toll on his mental health. After years of suffering, Marc acquired sk...
2022-05-242h 07Mormon Stories Podcast1598: Overcoming Religious Shame and Scrupulosity - Marc OslundJoin Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories tomorrow, Tuesday May 24th, at noon (MST). Marc Oslund will be joining us in the studio! Marc spent most of his young adult life and the entirety of his time in the Mormon church trying to fit in. After converting to Mormonism, Marc’s tendency to be hard on himself grew into scrupulosity--a form of religious OCD that made his self-worth plummet. Marc began to believe that he was never good enough--a belief that took a steep toll on his mental health. After years of suffering, Marc acquired sk...
2022-05-242h 07Mormon Stories - LDS1586: The Mormon Plan of Salvation - Extended Edition with John LarsenJoin John Larsen, Carah Burrell, and John Dehlin for an extensive exploration of the implications of the LDS Church’s Plan of Salvation. Show notes: Mormon Expression Mormon Expression Donorbox ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— MSP on Spotify MSP on Apple Podcasts MSP Blog Instagram Patreon TikTok Discord Contact Us! *MormonStories@gmail.com *PO Box 171085 Sa...
2022-05-043h 06Mormon Stories Podcast1586: The Mormon Plan of Salvation - Extended Edition with John LarsenJoin John Larsen, Carah Burrell, and John Dehlin for an extensive exploration of the implications of the LDS Church’s Plan of Salvation. Show notes: Mormon Expression Mormon Expression Donorbox ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— MSP on Spotify MSP on Apple Podcasts MSP Blog Instagram Patreon TikTok Discord Contact Us! *MormonStories@gmail.com *PO Box 171085 Sa...
2022-05-043h 06Mormon Stories - LDSANNOUNCEMENT: New Faith Crisis Support Groups and Events!!!Hello, everyone! We are excited to announce some upcoming events for the Open Stories Foundation and our sister foundation THRIVE. There are several events coming up that we want to make you aware of today. All the events we talk about today can be found on MormonStories.org under the EVENTS tab. Check back frequently for new event announcements! SUPPORT GROUPS: Free and/or low-cost Faith Crisis Support Groups begin the week of February 22, 2022. Support group locations: Bountiful, Holladay, American Fork, Provo, St George, & Online. In-person sessions will be Tuesday nights from 7-9 pm. Online/Zoom sessions time and date wi...
2022-02-1722 minMormon Stories PodcastANNOUNCEMENT: New Faith Crisis Support Groups and Events!!!Hello, everyone! We are excited to announce some upcoming events for the Open Stories Foundation and our sister foundation THRIVE. There are several events coming up that we want to make you aware of today. All the events we talk about today can be found on MormonStories.org under the EVENTS tab. Check back frequently for new event announcements! SUPPORT GROUPS: Free and/or low-cost Faith Crisis Support Groups begin the week of February 22, 2022. Support group locations: Bountiful, Holladay, American Fork, Provo, St George, & Online. In-person sessions will be Tuesday nights from 7-9 pm. Online/Zoom sessions time and date wi...
2022-02-1722 minMormon Stories - LDS1547: Coming Home to Myself - Margi Dehlin’s THRIVE StoryJoin Margi, John, and Carah for the premiere episode of Thrive Stories this coming Tuesday at noon (MST). Get to know Margi as she shares how her journey has allowed her a process of becoming significant to herself and finding her own voice. We hope that you will join us as we introduce Margi, the main interviewer of Thrive Stories by having her share her own Thrive story. Thrive Stories is a new podcast series where Margi (alongside John and Carah) will be interviewing a member of the community twice per month. The interviews will be shorter (1...
2022-02-162h 53Mormon Stories - LDS1542: The Creation - Mormon Doctrine vs. Science w/ Dr. Simon Southerton #01Dr. Simon Southerton is an Australian geneticist and a former Mormon bishop who was excommunicated by the Mormon church for speaking too openly about his problems reconciling Book of Mormon historicity and emerging DNA research about Native Americans. On 2/4/2022 we are launching a new series on Mormon Stories Podcast. Like with the John Larsen and Margi Dehlin (THRIVE Stories) series, Simon Southerton plans to appear monthly on Mormon Stories Podcast to explore the many ways in which Mormon Doctrine clashes with modern science. This episode covers the Mormon church teaching of The Creation. We will b...
2022-02-072h 21Mormon Stories Podcast1542: The Creation - Mormon Doctrine vs. Science w/ Dr. Simon Southerton #01Dr. Simon Southerton is an Australian geneticist and a former Mormon bishop who was excommunicated by the Mormon church for speaking too openly about his problems reconciling Book of Mormon historicity and emerging DNA research about Native Americans. On 2/4/2022 we are launching a new series on Mormon Stories Podcast. Like with the John Larsen and Margi Dehlin (THRIVE Stories) series, Simon Southerton plans to appear monthly on Mormon Stories Podcast to explore the many ways in which Mormon Doctrine clashes with modern science. This episode covers the Mormon church teaching of The Creation. We will b...
2022-02-072h 21Mormon Stories Podcast1531: What We Love and Hate About Mormon PodcastingAfter 16 years of podcasting, John has seen a few highs and lows. With transparency for our supporters in mind, John is joined by Mormon Stories co-host and producer Carah Burrell to discuss what they love and hate about podcasting in this space. Show Notes: Mormon Stories response to Jacob Hess part 1 Please support Bill and RFM! Mormonism LIVE! 021: Sexual Allegation Against John Dehlin Goes Down In Flames Carah’s TikTok Please support Lost and Found Club Please support Sunstone! Please support Johnathan Streeter - Thoughts on things and stuff Please support Zelph on the Shelf! ————— We are...
2022-01-133h 23Mormon Stories - LDS1530: An Alternative Approach to New Year's Resolutions - Margi DehlinJoin us live for a discussion with Margi and John about alternative approaches to New Year's Resolutions. ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— Show Notes: Thrive Unite Thrive St. George A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose by Eckhart Tolle "Small Things Often" podcast by John and Julie Gottman The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert by John M. Gottman Ana Mardoll's Instagram "Secular Buddhism" by Noah Rasheta "Chr...
2022-01-122h 07Mormon Stories Podcast1530: An Alternative Approach to New Year's Resolutions - Margi DehlinJoin us live for a discussion with Margi and John about alternative approaches to New Year's Resolutions. ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— Show Notes: Thrive Unite Thrive St. George A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose by Eckhart Tolle "Small Things Often" podcast by John and Julie Gottman The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert by John M. Gottman Ana Mardoll's Instagram "Secular Buddhism" by Noah Rasheta "Chr...
2022-01-122h 07Mormon Stories Podcast1519: Joseph Smith’s Egyptian Grammar and AlphabetJoin John Dehlin and Radio Free Mormon as we speak with Dan Vogel about his new book, “ Book of Abraham Apologetics: A Review and Critique” published by Signature Books. Said to have been dictated by Joseph Smith as a translation of an ancient Egyptian scroll purchased in Kirtland, Ohio, in 1835, the Book of Abraham may be Mormonism’s most controversial scripture. Decades of impassioned discussion began when about a dozen fragments of Smith’s Egyptian papyri, including a facsimile from the Book of Abraham, were found in the New York Metropolitan Museum in 1966. The discovery solved a mystery...
2021-12-174h 21Mormon Stories - LDS1519: Joseph Smith’s Egyptian Grammar and AlphabetJoin John Dehlin and Radio Free Mormon as we speak with Dan Vogel about his new book, “ Book of Abraham Apologetics: A Review and Critique” published by Signature Books. Said to have been dictated by Joseph Smith as a translation of an ancient Egyptian scroll purchased in Kirtland, Ohio, in 1835, the Book of Abraham may be Mormonism’s most controversial scripture. Decades of impassioned discussion began when about a dozen fragments of Smith’s Egyptian papyri, including a facsimile from the Book of Abraham, were found in the New York Metropolitan Museum in 1966. The discovery solved a mystery...
2021-12-174h 21Mormon Stories Podcast1518: The Gospel of Mark - John LarsenJoin John Dehlin and Carah Burrell as they speak with John Larsen about the Gospel of Mark. In this episode we have John pull back the cover on the bible, what we can learn from the oldest gospels, and ask if the Mormon church as it currently stands is any different than the Pharisees of Christ’s day. ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— Links and show notes: Mormon Expressions links: https://www.mormonstories.org/podcast/mormonexpressio...
2021-12-162h 31Mormon Stories - LDS1518: The Gospel of Mark - John LarsenJoin John Dehlin and Carah Burrell as they speak with John Larsen about the Gospel of Mark. In this episode we have John pull back the cover on the bible, what we can learn from the oldest gospels, and ask if the Mormon church as it currently stands is any different than the Pharisees of Christ’s day. ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— Links and show notes: Mormon Expressions links: https://www.mormonstories.org/podcast/mormonexpressio...
2021-12-162h 31Mormon Stories - LDS1508: Becoming a Mormon Apologist as a Non-literal Believer - Jon WestoverIs there space in the Mormon church for non-literal believers? Mormon Stories is joined today by Jon Westover, professor and former church apologist with FAIR Mormon to help us discover if the non-orthodox “middle way” is still a tenable path. We hope you enjoy hearing Jon’s story! ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— Show notes: Ed Decker Mormon Stories interview Jon’s “Human Capital Innovations Podcast” Elder Packer General Conference remarks about same-sex attraction Why People Leave the Church Mormon St...
2021-11-264h 50Mormon Stories Podcast1499: Mormon British Rescue? - The Britvengers ReactJohn Dehlin has never been so lucky! He’s joined today by the folks who have been dubbed “The Britvengers”, a collection of progressive and post Mormons who all have one thing in common, they’re British! They will be discussing what is being called “The British Rescue”. On Halloween Weekend 3 Senior Apostles are coming and addressing the UK membership. Is this a rescue? The Britvengers are: Nemo the Mormon https://www.youtube.com/c/NEMOTHEMORMON Peter Bleakley https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYIeulcLs85NLINDyxzHQQ 21st Century Saints https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLES...
2021-11-013h 28Mormon Stories Podcast1484: The Gay Mormon ReformationParallel to the LDS Church’s shifting position regarding homosexuality, there have been new crops of faithful gay public figures who are held up by the church as role models on how to be a faithful gay member of the church. As the LDS Church has softened its stances and opened the window for “righteous celibacy,” gay public figures in mixed-orientation marriages have lost popularity and a more nuanced breed of celibate role models has emerged E.g. Charlie Bird and Ben Schilatty. In this episode we discuss how these public figures enable the perpetuation of harmful church...
2021-09-253h 21Mormon Stories - LDS1476c: Telling Loved Ones about Losing Your Faith - Margi & John Dehlin Pt. 3Today's Mormon Stories episode we are joined by Margi Dehlin as we continue discussing how to communicate with believing family and friends about losing your faith. --------------- If you would like to see this sort of content continue on Mormon Stories Podcast, please become a monthly donor to the project here: https://donorbox.org/the-gift-of-the-mormon-faith-crisis-podcast --------------- Show notes: Resources for your faith crisis Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis website Conscience parenting The Holistic Psychologist Beauty in the Now website
2021-09-152h 51Mormon Stories Podcast1476c: Telling Loved Ones about Losing Your Faith - Margi & John Dehlin Pt. 3Join Margi, John, and Carah as we discuss different approaches to telling loved ones about your loss of faith. Please share questions, lessons you've learned, and suggestions in the comments below. This episode is part of our new "Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis" project on Mormon Stories Podcast, where we will share tips and tricks for navigating, healing, and growth after a Mormon faith crisis. If you would like to see this sort of content continue, please become a monthly donor to the project. Show Notes: Faith Crisis Resources Gift of...
2021-09-152h 51Mormon Stories - LDS1476b: Telling Loved Ones about Losing Your Faith - Margi & John Dehlin Pt. 2Join Margi and John Dehlin as we continue our discussion of different approaches to telling loved ones about your loss of faith. This episode is part of the new "Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis" project on Mormon Stories Podcast - where we will regularly share tips and tricks for navigating a Mormon faith crisis, and healing and growth after a faith crisis, on the podcast. --------------- If you would like to see this sort of content continue on Mormon Stories Podcast, please become a monthly donor to the project here: https://donorbox...
2021-09-152h 26Mormon Stories Podcast1476b: Telling Loved Ones about Losing Your Faith - Margi & John Dehlin Pt. 2Join Margi, John, and Carah as we discuss different approaches to telling loved ones about your loss of faith. Please share questions, lessons you've learned, and suggestions in the comments below. This episode is part of our new "Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis" project on Mormon Stories Podcast, where we will share tips and tricks for navigating, healing, and growth after a Mormon faith crisis. If you would like to see this sort of content continue, please become a monthly donor to the project. Show Notes: Faith Crisis Resources Gift of...
2021-09-152h 26Mormon Stories - LDS1476a: Telling Loved Ones about Losing Your Faith - Margi & John Dehlin Pt. 1Join Margi and John Dehlin as we discuss different approaches to telling loved ones about your loss of faith. Please share questions, lessons you've learned, and suggestions in the comments below. This episode is part of the new "Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis" project on Mormon Stories Podcast - where we will regularly share tips and tricks for navigating a Mormon faith crisis, and healing and growth after a faith crisis, on the podcast. --------------- If you would like to see this sort of content continue on Mormon Stories Podcast...
2021-09-152h 33Mormon Stories Podcast1476a: Telling Loved Ones about Losing Your Faith - Margi & John Dehlin Pt. 1Join Margi, John, and Carah as we discuss different approaches to telling loved ones about your loss of faith. Please share questions, lessons you've learned, and suggestions in the comments below. This episode is part of our new "Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis" project on Mormon Stories Podcast, where we will share tips and tricks for navigating, healing, and growth after a Mormon faith crisis. If you would like to see this sort of content continue, please become a monthly donor to the project. Show Notes: Faith Crisis Resources Gift of the Mormon...
2021-09-152h 33Mormon Stories - LDS1471: Staying Grounded During Chaotic Moments - with Margi DehlinHave you ever found yourself reacting in unhelpful ways to the distress that accompanies a religious faith crisis (or life in general)? Margi Dehlin has spent two decades supporting and/or coaching Mormons in faith crisis, post-Mormons, and women experiencing significant life transitions. As part of a new series on Mormon Stories Podcast providing free coaching support to transitioning and post-Mormons, Margi will share her general approach to managing the emotional distress that often accompanies a religious faith crisis. Her framework will be based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which is a cutting-edge form of...
2021-09-012h 22Mormon Stories Podcast1389: Catching Up with John Larsen (2021)John Larsen is one of the most influential and well-respected figures within Modern progressive and post-Mormon communities. John (along with his ex-wife Zilpha) was the co-host of Mormon Expression podcast for several years, and he is an occasional host of Sunstone Podcast. He has appeared on Mormon Stories Podcast several times over the past decade. In today's episode I bring John Larson back, and we discuss several topics, including: -Divorce after a faith crisis. -Raising children with mental illness after a faith crisis. -Alcohol and drug use after a faith crisis....
2021-01-294h 04Mormon Stories - LDS1389: Catching Up with John Larsen (2021)John Larsen is one of the most influential and well-respected figures within Modern progressive and post-Mormon communities. John (along with his ex-wife Zilpha) was the co-host of Mormon Expression podcast for several years, and he is an occasional host of Sunstone Podcast. He has appeared on Mormon Stories Podcast several times over the past decade. In today's episode I bring John Larson back, and we discuss several topics, including: -Divorce after a faith crisis. -Raising children with mental illness after a faith crisis. -Alcohol and drug use after a faith crisis....
2021-01-294h 04Mormon Stories Podcast1252: 3 Questions with Bob EvansIt has been five years since "Mormon Stories" podcast host John Dehlin was excommunicated from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was a very difficult episode for him and his family, who also either left the church or are no longer active. The podcast began 15 years ago and has become a place where Latter-day Saints having a faith crisis can go for support and understanding. Now it has sparked a community of both former and current believers who look to Dehlin for camaraderie.
2020-01-3133 minMormon Stories - LDS1252: 3 Questions with Bob EvansIt has been five years since "Mormon Stories" podcast host John Dehlin was excommunicated from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was a very difficult episode for him and his family, who also either left the church or are no longer active. The podcast began 15 years ago and has become a place where Latter-day Saints having a faith crisis can go for support and understanding. Now it has sparked a community of both former and current believers who look to Dehlin for camaraderie.
2020-01-3133 minMormon Stories Podcast1249: The Normon Podcast - John DehlinRob from the Normon Podcast interviews John Dehlin about Mormon Stories Podcast, why he started it, and his excommunication. They also discuss changes in society and religion on homosexual marriage.
2020-01-241h 28Mormon Stories - LDS1249: The Normon Podcast - John DehlinRob from the Normon Podcast interviews John Dehlin about Mormon Stories Podcast, why he started it, and his excommunication. They also discuss changes in society and religion on homosexual marriage.
2020-01-241h 28Mormon Stories - LDSJoin us for THRIVEDAY 2019On November 17th in Salt Lake City we will be holding the largest conference for post-Mormons ever assembled. The focus of THRIVEDAY will be healing, growth, and community for post-Mormons. This meeting will NOT be about criticizing or discussing the Mormon church. We are hopeful that everyone who attends will feel educated, uplifted, and empowered. Speakers for the event include: - Wayne Sermon - Lead Guitarist for Imagine Dragons - Amber Scorah - Ex-Jehovah's Witness and Author of Leaving the Witness - Dr. John Dehlin - MormonStories.org - Stephenie Sorensen Larsen...
2019-11-1210 minMormon Stories Podcast1158: Finding Purpose After a Mormon Faith Crisis by John DehlinPresented by John Dehlin at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah http://thrivebeyondmormonism.org
2019-08-051h 08Mormon Stories - LDS1158: Finding Purpose After a Mormon Faith Crisis by John DehlinPresented by John Dehlin at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah http://thrivebeyondmormonism.org
2019-08-051h 08Mormon Stories - LDS1155: Coming Home by Margi DehlinPresented by Margi Dehlin at the June 2019 THRIVE Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah
2019-07-2942 minMormon Stories - LDS1113: Parenting After a Mormon Faith Crisis: An Overview Pt. 2Join us now as we discuss Part 1 in our series of parenting after a Mormon Faith Crisis. In this episode Natasha Helfer Parker, Margi Dehlin, and John Dehlin provide some overarching principles to guide post-Orthodox parenting. We also take your questions and comments.
2019-05-131h 10Mormon Stories - LDS1112: Parenting After a Mormon Faith Crisis: An Overview Pt. 1Join us now as we discuss Part 1 in our series of parenting after a Mormon Faith Crisis. In this episode Natasha Helfer Parker, Margi Dehlin, and John Dehlin provide some overarching principles to guide post-Orthodox parenting. We also take your questions and comments.
2019-05-131h 13Mormon Stories - LDS1097: Building Community after Mormonism: A Conversation with John LarsenJohn Larsen and John Dehlin spent years publicly deconstructing the LDS Church. But now they’re wondering, what can they build “from the ashes?” What is their role in the post-Mormon community beyond the “addiction to anger” and toward doing the difficult work of community building? Join us for this joint release with the Sunstone Podcast!
2019-04-151h 50Mormon Stories - LDS1096: One-on-One with John Dehlin, by Margi Dehlin Pt. 2In this edition of Mormon Stories Podcast, Margi Dehlin turns the tables and asks John all the questions—focusing on what surprised John about his excommunication process, what the best and most difficult parts of running Mormon Stories and The Open Stories Foundation are, what are some regrets he has, what keeps him up at night, what his motivations are behind his parenting and relationships, along with much more!
2019-04-121h 28Mormon Stories - LDS1095: One-on-One with John Dehlin, by Margi Dehlin Pt. 1In this edition of Mormon Stories Podcast, Margi Dehlin turns the tables and asks John all the questions—focusing on what surprised John about his excommunication process, what the best and most difficult parts of running Mormon Stories and The Open Stories Foundation are, what are some regrets he has, what keeps him up at night, what his motivations are behind his parenting and relationships, along with much more!
2019-04-121h 18Mormon Stories - LDS1007: How Conversion Therapy Harms LGBTQ MormonsIn this jointly-released production of Mormon Mental Health Podcast, Mormon Sex Info Podcast, and Mormon Stories Podcast, Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Dr. John Dehlin about his research regarding LGBT Reparative Therapy in a Mormon context. During this conversation, John discusses why he decided to pursue his studies on this topic with his colleague Dr. William Bradshaw—to cut through the talk, rumor, and debate on the success rates of reparative therapy by compiling actual data on the subject. Join us as we learn important insights from the study, including: Are attempts to change sexual orie...
2018-11-151h 22Mormon Stories - LDS970: Jeremy Young - From Entrepreneurial Bishopric Member to Wine Geek Pt. 3Longtime friend of John and Margi Dehlin, Jeremy Young joins us discuss his pioneer ancestry, faith journey, ventures as an entrepreneur, and wine!Near the conclusion of the interview, we hear about an exciting scripted TV series on Joseph Smith and the founding of the Mormon church that Jeremy is undertaking with John C. Hamer and other brilliant collaborators. Part One: Growing up deeply rooted in Mormon culture in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Jeremy felt the pressure to be perfect but realized early in his teen years that he didn't quite fit the mold. From mimicking the edgy "Z...
2018-08-201h 22Mormon Stories - LDS969: Jeremy Young - From Entrepreneurial Bishopric Member to Wine Geek Pt. 2Longtime friend of John and Margi Dehlin, Jeremy Young joins us discuss his pioneer ancestry, faith journey, ventures as an entrepreneur, and wine!Near the conclusion of the interview, we hear about an exciting scripted TV series on Joseph Smith and the founding of the Mormon church that Jeremy is undertaking with John C. Hamer and other brilliant collaborators. Part One: Growing up deeply rooted in Mormon culture in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Jeremy felt the pressure to be perfect but realized early in his teen years that he didn't quite fit the mold. From mimicking the edgy "Z...
2018-08-2042 minMormon Stories - LDS968: Jeremy Young - From Entrepreneurial Bishopric Member to Wine Geek Pt. 1Longtime friend of John and Margi Dehlin, Jeremy Young joins us discuss his pioneer ancestry, faith journey, ventures as an entrepreneur, and wine!Near the conclusion of the interview, we hear about an exciting scripted TV series on Joseph Smith and the founding of the Mormon church that Jeremy is undertaking with John C. Hamer and other brilliant collaborators. Part One: Growing up deeply rooted in Mormon culture in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Jeremy felt the pressure to be perfect but realized early in his teen years that he didn't quite fit the mold. From mimicking the edgy "Z...
2018-08-2058 minMormon Stories - LDS932: Depression, Mormonism, and Faith Transitions Pt. 3In light of a statement on LDS.org declaring, “An inability to feel the spirit … is often a symptom of poor mental health,” Natasha Helfer Parker, MFT CST and John Dehlin, Ph.D. are joined by our guest Matt to speak about his experiences with Mormon faith crises, depression, and suicidality—issues he has dealt with for 20 years. According to Matt, it makes him angry to read that his struggles were a trial, test, or blessing from God, or that he could have been healed if he had more faith, prayed, or hadn’t “sinned.” Matt believes that religious o...
2018-05-2856 minMormon Stories - LDS931: Depression, Mormonism, and Faith Transitions Pt. 2In light of a statement on LDS.org declaring, “An inability to feel the spirit … is often a symptom of poor mental health,” Natasha Helfer Parker, MFT CST and John Dehlin, Ph.D. are joined by our guest Matt to speak about his experiences with Mormon faith crises, depression, and suicidality—issues he has dealt with for 20 years. According to Matt, it makes him angry to read that his struggles were a trial, test, or blessing from God, or that he could have been healed if he had more faith, prayed, or hadn’t “sinned.” Matt believes that religious o...
2018-05-2853 minMormon Stories - LDS930: Depression, Mormonism, and Faith Transitions Pt. 1In light of a statement on LDS.org declaring, “An inability to feel the spirit … is often a symptom of poor mental health,” Natasha Helfer Parker, MFT CST and John Dehlin, Ph.D. are joined by our guest Matt to speak about his experiences with Mormon faith crises, depression, and suicidality—issues he has dealt with for 20 years. According to Matt, it makes him angry to read that his struggles were a trial, test, or blessing from God, or that he could have been healed if he had more faith, prayed, or hadn’t “sinned.” Matt believes that religious o...
2018-05-281h 08Mormon Stories - LDS915: Secularism Meets Christianity: Shawn McCraney Interviews John Dehlin Pt. 3Heart of the Matter's Shawn McCraney sits down with John to have a discussion about: *(Part 1) John's Mormon story, *(Part 2) The history of Mormon Stories and how his motivation behind the podcast has transformed over time, and *(Part 3) An interesting back-and-forth as John gives his take on Christian concepts including God, sin, redemption, and much more. Continuing a theme this year of capturing updates from some of our most impactful past interviews, in the coming weeks John will interview Shawn again to see what life has been like since his Mormon Stories interview...
2018-05-0257 minMormon Stories - LDS914: Secularism Meets Christianity: Shawn McCraney Interviews John Dehlin Pt. 2Heart of the Matter's Shawn McCraney sits down with John to have a discussion about: *(Part 1) John's Mormon story, *(Part 2) The history of Mormon Stories and how his motivation behind the podcast has transformed over time, and *(Part 3) An interesting back-and-forth as John gives his take on Christian concepts including God, sin, redemption, and much more. Continuing a theme this year of capturing updates from some of our most impactful past interviews, in the coming weeks John will interview Shawn again to see what life has been like since his Mormon Stories interview...
2018-05-0255 minMormon Stories - LDS913: Secularism Meets Christianity: Shawn McCraney Interviews John Dehlin Pt. 1Heart of the Matter's Shawn McCraney sits down with John to have a discussion about: *(Part 1) John's Mormon story, *(Part 2) The history of Mormon Stories and how his motivation behind the podcast has transformed over time, and *(Part 3) An interesting back-and-forth as John gives his take on Christian concepts including God, sin, redemption, and much more. Continuing a theme this year of capturing updates from some of our most impactful past interviews, in the coming weeks John will interview Shawn again to see what life has been like since his Mormon Stories interview...
2018-05-021h 03Mormon Stories - LDS769: On Building Secular Communities: Bart Campolo interviews John Dehlin interviews Bart CampoloIn this episode recorded for use on Bart Campolo's "Humanize Me" podcast, John and Bart interview each other on their experience at building communities post religion
2017-07-171h 30Mormon Stories - LDS642: John Dehlin "Ask Me Almost Anything" on Facebook LiveJohn Dehlin answers questions from a live audience via Facebook Live! This episode was recorded on July 20, 2016.
2016-07-211h 15
Mormon Stories - LDS613: Reviewing 2015 Pt. 2 with J. Nelson Seawright, John Hamer, Jamie Hanis-Handy, and Marisa CalderwoodIn this episode we assemble an all-star panel to discuss the events of Mormonism in 2015. Panelists include Dr. J. Nelson Seawright, John Hamer, Jamie Hanis-Handy, and Marisa Calderwood.
Topics discussed include:
The impact of Kate Kelly's excommunication on Mormon feminism and the events of 2015.
The increase of excommunications for apostasy, including those of John Dehlin, Rock Waterman, and Marisa and Carson Calderwood.
The death of three LDS apostles, including Boyd K. Packer.
The November 2015 LDS policy change naming same-sex married individuals as mandatory apostates, and preventing their children from membership in the church.
The release of t...
2016-01-121h 12Mormon Stories - LDS612: Reviewing 2015 Pt. 1 with J. Nelson Seawright, John Hamer, Jamie Hanis-Handy, and Marisa CalderwoodIn this episode we assemble an all-star panel to discuss the events of Mormonism in 2015. Panelists include Dr. J. Nelson Seawright, John Hamer, Jamie Hanis-Handy, and Marisa Calderwood.
Topics discussed include:
The impact of Kate Kelly's excommunication on Mormon feminism and the events of 2015.
The increase of excommunications for apostasy, including those of John Dehlin, Rock Waterman, and Marisa and Carson Calderwood.
The death of three LDS apostles, including Boyd K. Packer.
The November 2015 LDS policy change naming same-sex married individuals as mandatory apostates, and preventing their children from membership in the church.
The release of t...
2016-01-121h 21Mormon Stories - LDS599: Mindy Gledhill Discusses her Mormon Faith Transition
This podcast is Part 3 of a Mormon Stories and A Thoughtful Faith Collaboration.
Mindy Gledhill is an American indie pop music singer-song writer. She has five albums, the Sum of all Grace, Anchor, Winter Moon and Pocketful of Poetry and has collaborated on many others. Mindy’s music appears in film, television and commercials. Its has been described as ‘tender, emotional, intelligent, and touchingly auto-biographical, fun flirty and heartfelt.’
Her vocal style is warm and rich; each of her songs attest to the tremendous talent she has as both a musician and a lyricist. S...
2015-12-081h 55Mormon Stories - LDS570: Dan Wotherspoon Interviews John Dehlin About His Evolving Perspectives on Mormonism Pt. 2In this two-part episode John Dehlin is interviewed by Dan Wotherspoon about his evolving perspectives on Mormonism, and on his upcoming "Mormon Transitions" project.
2015-09-151h 40Mormon Stories - LDS569: Dan Wotherspoon Interviews John Dehlin About His Evolving Perspectives on Mormonism Pt. 1In this two-part episode John Dehlin is interviewed by Dan Wotherspoon about his evolving perspectives on Mormonism, and on his upcoming "Mormon Transitions" project.
2015-09-151h 31Mormon Stories - LDS564: Lindsay Hansen Park Interviews John Dehlin on the 10th Anniversary of Mormon Stories PodcastIn this 2015 Sunstone Symposium presentation, Lindsay Hansen Park interviews me (John Dehlin) on the 10 year anniversary of Mormon Stories podcast. Warning -- I get a bit emotion during this one....so listeners beware!
2015-09-041h 05Mormon Stories - LDS563: Gina Colvin Interviews John Dehlin on the 10th Anniversary of Mormon Stories Podcast Part 3Gina Colvin Interviews me (John Dehlin) on the 10th Anniversary of Mormon Stories Podcast. We discuss my early years growing up in the church, my mission experience in Guatemala, my time at BYU during the early 1990s, my faith crisis while working at Microsoft, my 10 year journey with Mormon Stories Podcast, my excommunication earlier this year, and my thoughts/plans about the future (with Mormon Stories and Mormon Transitions).
2015-09-041h 14Mormon Stories - LDS562: Gina Colvin Interviews John Dehlin on the 10th Anniversary of Mormon Stories Podcast Part 2Gina Colvin Interviews me (John Dehlin) on the 10th Anniversary of Mormon Stories Podcast. We discuss my early years growing up in the church, my mission experience in Guatemala, my time at BYU during the early 1990s, my faith crisis while working at Microsoft, my 10 year journey with Mormon Stories Podcast, my excommunication earlier this year, and my thoughts/plans about the future (with Mormon Stories and Mormon Transitions).
2015-09-041h 10Mormon Stories - LDS561: Gina Colvin Interviews John Dehlin on the 10th Anniversary of Mormon Stories Podcast Part 1Gina Colvin Interviews me (John Dehlin) on the 10th Anniversary of Mormon Stories Podcast. We discuss my early years growing up in the church, my mission experience in Guatemala, my time at BYU during the early 1990s, my faith crisis while working at Microsoft, my 10 year journey with Mormon Stories Podcast, my excommunication earlier this year, and my thoughts/plans about the future (with Mormon Stories and Mormon Transitions).
2015-09-041h 06Mormon Stories - LDS527: John Hamer on Community of Christ as a Church Home for Transitioning Mormons Pt. 2Mormon Stories alumnus John Hamer returns to talk about Community of Christ as a viable spiritual home for transitioning Mormons in this two-part video series. John Hamer was raised LDS, but became a doubting teenager and left organized religion altogether as an adult. In 2010, he joined Community of Christ and currently serves as pastor of its congregation in downtown Toronto, Canada.
In part 1, John Hamer sits down with John Dehlin and makes the case for "non-literalistic" religion. (The presentation is illustrated with John Hamer's amazing diagrams, so the podcast audience is advised to watch the YouTube version.) John Hamer describes how a...
2015-03-191h 06Mormon Stories - LDS526: John Hamer on Community of Christ as a Church Home for Transitioning Mormons Pt. 1Mormon Stories alumnus John Hamer returns to talk about Community of Christ as a viable spiritual home for transitioning Mormons in this two-part video series. John Hamer was raised LDS, but became a doubting teenager and left organized religion altogether as an adult. In 2010, he joined Community of Christ and currently serves as pastor of its congregation in downtown Toronto, Canada.
In part 1, John Hamer sits down with John Dehlin and makes the case for "non-literalistic" religion. (The presentation is illustrated with John Hamer's amazing diagrams, so the podcast audience is advised to watch the YouTube version.) John Hamer describes how a...
2015-03-191h 18Mormon Stories - LDS521: Mormon Stories: A Tribute from Past Podcast ParticipantsAs John Dehlin faces a disciplinary council for his work on Mormon Stories, more than two dozen past participants offer their thoughts on what John and the podcast have meant to them and to Mormonism. These reflections include faithful, orthodox Latter-Day Saints and ex-Mormons; famous scholars and private individuals; and social activists and theologians. They reflect the inclusiveness of the Mormon Stories project, past, present, and future --- and the many ways lives have been changed and improved by involvement with John's work. We invite listeners to share their own reflections about the importance of Mormon Stories in the...
2015-01-251h 17Mormon Stories - LDS520: John Dehlin's TribTalk with Jennifer Napier-Pearce about Disciplinary Council520: John Dehlin's TribTalk with Jennifer Napier-Pearce about Disciplinary Council recorded January 22, 2015.
2015-01-2338 minMormon Stories - LDSMarriage and Faith Transition Workshop with Natasha Helfer Parker, John Dehlin, and Margi Dehlin (8/3/2014)Natasha Helfer Parker, John Dehlin, and Margi Dehlin will be hosting a 6 hour workshop for current, mixed-faith, and former Mormon couples who are navigating faith issues, parenting, and sexuality in either a mixed-faith, post-orthodox, or a post-Mormon context. Couples and individuals are welcome to attend, but the content will be oriented towards helping married couples deal with faith transition issues.
2014-07-2504 minMormon Stories - LDS479: Salt Lake Tribune TribTalk with John Dehlin and Kate KellySalt Lake Tribune TribTalk with John Dehlin and Kate Kelly, held on June 12, 2014.
2014-07-1439 minMormon Stories - LDS478: LDS Church Spokeswoman Ally Isom responds to Kate Kelly and John Dehlin's interview on RadioWestLDS Church Spokeswoman Ally Isom responds to Kate Kelly and John Dehlin's interview on RadioWest
2014-07-1451 minMormon Stories - LDS346: 2012 Boston Conference Pt. 1 - Laurel Thatcher Ulrich and John DehlinAs part of the 2012 Boston Mormon Stories regional conference, Dr. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich discusses the importance of history and personal narrative within Mormonism, and John Dehlin briefly explores the history and purpose of Mormon Stories. Dr. Ulrich is a historian of early America and the history of women and a university professor at Harvard University. Ulrich's innovative and widely influential approach to history has been described as a tribute to"the silent work of ordinary people" an approach that, in her words, aims to"show the interconnection between public events and private experience."
2012-05-141h 34Mormon Stories - LDS344: Mormonism and the Internet with John Dehlin, Scott Gordon (FAIR) and Rosemary Avance Pt. 2As part of the March 2012"Mormonism and the Internet" conference held at Utah Valley University, John Dehlin, Scott Gordon (of the Foundation for Apologetic Information and Research or FAIR) and Rosemary Avance discuss LDS disaffection and apologetics.
2012-05-021h 11Mormon Stories - LDS343: Mormonism and the Internet with John Dehlin, Scott Gordon (FAIR) and Rosemary Avance Pt. 1As part of the March 2012"Mormonism and the Internet" conference held at Utah Valley University, John Dehlin, Scott Gordon (of the Foundation for Apologetic Information and Research or FAIR) and Rosemary Avance discuss LDS disaffection and apologetics.
2012-05-021h 13Mormon Stories - LDS323: OCD, Scrupulosity and ACT with John DehlinIn this episode John Dehlin discusses his Masters thesis research on Scrupulosity (religious/moral Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder). This presentation covers: 1) an overview of obsessive-compulsive disorder, 2) an overview of Scrupulosity, 3) a review of the most common treatments for OCD/Scrupulosity, and 4) the results of John's recent study of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a treatment for Scrupulosity.
2012-02-261h 26Mormon Stories - LDS254: Exploring the Future for Uncorrelated Mormons with John DehlinOn March 26, 2011 we held our first Mormon Stories regional retreat/conference in New York City. This presentation exploring the future for uncorrelated or non-traditional Mormons was given by John Dehlin.
2011-04-301h 19Mormon Stories - LDS187: John Larsen (Mormon Expression) and John Dehlin Interview Each Other, and Take Calls Live Part 2In this 2-part interview, John Larsen of Mormon Expression podcast and John Dehlin interview each other, and take calls as part of a live-streamed podcast.
2010-09-211h 11Mormon Stories - LDS186: John Larsen (Mormon Expression) and John Dehlin Interview Each Other, and Take Calls Live Part 1In this 2-part interview, John Larsen of Mormon Expression podcast and John Dehlin interview each other, and take calls as part of a live-streamed podcast.
2010-09-211h 18Mormon Stories - LDS114: Mormon Expression Interviews John DehlinMormon Expression Interviews John Dehlin. Published August 11, 2009.
2010-01-251h 08