Shows
LawbalizationInventing Blockchain and Reinventing Trust – Digital Identity and SureMark with Dr. W. Scott StornettaJonathan Bench speaks with Dr. W. Scott Stornetta, widely recognized as the co-inventor of blockchain technology and CEO of SureMark Digital, about the evolution of trust in the digital age. They trace the origins of blockchain from its early research roots at Bell Labs to its modern implications for data integrity, digital identity, and the fight against deepfakes. Dr. Stornetta explains how decentralization principles can help verify authorship and authenticity without relying on central authorities—extending blockchain’s legacy into AI-era identity verification. He also shares insights on mentorship, innovation, and the mindset entrepreneurs need to build lasting value.
2025-11-2528 min
LawbalizationDecoding China Risk and Corporate Exposure with Isaac Stone FishIn this episode of Lawbalization, host Jonathan Bench speaks with Isaac Stone Fish, founder and CEO of Strategy Risks and author of America Second. A leading expert on China risk and geopolitics, Isaac shares insights on how companies can identify and manage their exposure to China, the complexities of decoupling, and what global executives often overlook about political and ethical risks. He and Jonathan explore Beijing’s influence abroad, the realities of doing business under Communist Party oversight, and the fine line between engagement and dependency. Isaac also reflects on his years as a journalist in China, how his pers...
2025-11-1829 min
LawbalizationFrom Southern Utah to the World – International Law, Reinvention, and Rural Impact with Timothy B. AndersonJonathan Bench speaks with Timothy B. Anderson, senior attorney in Kirton McConkie’s International Section based in St. George, Utah, about his remarkable 47-year career in international commercial law and rural economic development. They explore how Anderson built a global legal practice from southern Utah—handling deals across Europe, Asia, and beyond—while remaining deeply involved in local community growth, higher education, and public service. Anderson shares stories from his early work with Soviet clients during the fall of the Iron Curtain, his unexpected link to Rocky IV through the landmark Anderson v. Stallone copyright case, and his philosophy of profess...
2025-11-1130 min
LawbalizationEast Africa’s Innovation Engine—Kenya’s Fintech Inclusion, ESG, and Venture Trends with Evelyne Mbula NzukiJonathan Bench speaks with Evelyne Mbula Nzuki, Nairobi-based founder of MN Legal and co-founder of Tenakata Enterprises, about Kenya’s rise as East Africa’s innovation hub at the intersection of fintech, sustainability, and law. They discuss how a young, tech-driven population, shifting compliance priorities, and AI-fueled disruption are reshaping business and legal practice across the region. Mbula shares her journey from lawyer to multi-industry entrepreneur and offers advice for global investors: enter Africa with cultural humility, trusted local partners, and an openness to rapid change.
2025-11-0429 min
LawbalizationLatin America’s Fintech Landscape and Brazil–Mexico Venture Trends with Julia de LucaJonathan Bench speaks with Julia de Luca, São Paulo–based Business Development lead at Banco Itaú and former tech investment banker, about Latin America’s tech ecosystem—where a maturity gap with the U.S. coexists with abundant real-world problems to solve. They unpack why fintech still dominates, how Brazil’s pro-competition Central Bank and the instant-payments system Pix—along with “payment institution” rules—accelerated financial inclusion, and where AI wrappers and stablecoins are gaining traction. Julia offers an investor playbook (visit the region, build trusted on-the-ground networks, and avoid treating LATAM as a monolith), contrasts Mexico’s recent venture surge...
2025-10-1430 min
LawbalizationBelgium’s Employment Law Landscape and EU Cross-Border Work Trends with Kato AertsJonathan Bench speaks with Kato Aerts, a Belgium-based partner at Lydian and international employment lawyer, about the evolving realities of EU employment law amid remote work and cross-border teams. Kato breaks down choice-of-law and mandatory protections, contrasts termination regimes in Belgium, the Netherlands, and France, and unpacks practical guidance on expatriate assignments vs. temporary secondments. They also explore workations and digital nomads, gig-economy and influencer/child-labor questions, migration-driven diversity and rising discrimination claims, Brexit-era permit timelines, and the legal and ethical implications of AI in hiring and training.
2025-10-0728 min
LawbalizationTaiwan’s Role as Asia’s Legal and Innovation Hub with Roick FengJonathan Bench speaks with Roick Feng, co-managing partner of Zhong Yin Law Firm in Taiwan, about life and business amid rising cross-strait tensions. They explore generational attitudes, supply-chain strategies from “China-plus-one” to commit-or-exit, Taiwan’s rule-of-law advantages over mainland China, and the island’s evolving blockchain/VASP regulatory landscape—plus why Taiwan is an ideal launchpad for Asia and how lawyers act as strategic partners.
2025-09-3030 min
LawbalizationEast Africa’s Tech and Investment Landscape and Africa VC Market Update with John BrittellJonathan Bench speaks with John Brittell, an East Africa–based managing partner at Six Figure Ventures, about the region’s evolving tech and investment landscape. John shares on-the-ground insights into intra-regional trade, regulatory fragmentation across 54 countries, common investor misconceptions, and where infrastructure and AI are creating near-term opportunities—from ISP/Wi-Fi and EV charging to insurtech and fintech. They also explore how startups, multinationals, and policymakers navigate informal markets, election-year dynamics, and protectionist rules, and why his fund blends VC and PE with short hold periods to accelerate exits.
2025-09-2339 min
LawbalizationSingapore’s Role as Asia’s Legal and Business Hub with Azmul HaqueJonathan Bench speaks with Azmul Haque, founder of Collyer Law LLC and a tri-qualified lawyer in England, India, and Singapore. Azmul shares insights on Singapore’s rise as a financial and legal hub, the opportunities and risks for investors in Southeast Asia, and how cultural nuances shape business across the region. They also explore Singapore’s unique approach to innovation, regulation, and its growing role as the “Delaware of Asia.”
2025-09-1635 min
LawbalizationPoland's Tech and Legal Landscape and Eastern Europe Business Trends with Katarzyna SzczudlikJonathan Bench speaks with Katarzyna "Kasia" Szczudlik, a Warsaw-based lawyer and partner at Schoenherr, about the evolving legal and business landscape in Poland and Central Europe. Kasia shares insights on MiCA delays and their impact on crypto, renewed U.S. tech interest in the region, and the growing role of defense investments. They also explore how financial institutions, startups, and regulators are navigating AI, data privacy, and overregulation in a rapidly changing European market.
2025-09-0931 min
LawbalizationRebuilding China's Expat Community and China Business Market Update with Matias Otero JohanssonJonathan Bench speaks with Matias Otero Johansson, founder of Sihai Business Consultancy, about navigating China's evolving business landscape post-COVID. They explore cultural perspectives, branding challenges, social media trends, and the role of technology and AI in shaping opportunities for companies on the ground. Connect with Matias on LinkedIn here.
2025-09-0229 min
Salt Lake ChamberSpeaking on Business: Kirton McConkieThis is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since 1964, Kirton McConkie has delivered exceptional legal services across Utah and now serves clients in all 50 states and over 15 countries worldwide, offering trusted expertise in business, litigation, intellectual property and international law. President, Rob Walker, joins us with more.
Rob Walker:
Salt Lake City is on the rise. With rapid economic growth, national recognition, and the 2034 Winter Olympics on the horizon, we’re once again stepping onto the world stage, and businesses have a key role to play.
At Kirton McConkie, we understand that being Utah’s premier law firm means more than prov...
2025-06-2301 min
Latter-day Saint FAIR-CastPreserving and Protecting “Plain and Precious” Truths In Our Familiesby Brent Andrewsen at the 2024 FAIR Conference
How do we help our young people avoid deception, or keep them from “stumb[ling] exceedingly”? We keep the “plain and precious” parts of the gospel front and center in their lives.
Brent Andrewsen practices at a regional law firm with offices throughout the Intermountain West. He is the chairman of Sutherland Institute Board of Directors, an independent research and educational institution and think tank, whose mission is to advance civility, sound ideas, and principled public policy supporting faith, family and free enterprise. Brent serves as...
2025-06-0421 min
Homosexuality Archives | FAIRPreserving and Protecting “Plain and Precious” Truths In Our Familiesby Brent Andrewsen at the 2024 FAIR Conference
How do we help our young people avoid deception, or keep them from “stumb[ling] exceedingly”? We keep the “plain and precious” parts of the gospel front and center in their lives.
Brent Andrewsen practices at a regional law firm with offices throughout the Intermountain West. He is the chairman of Sutherland Institute Board of Directors, an independent research and educational institution and think tank, whose mission is to advance civility, sound ideas, and principled public policy supporting faith, family and free enterprise. Brent serves as...
2025-06-0421 minFAIR Conference Archives | FAIRPreserving and Protecting “Plain and Precious” Truths In Our Familiesby Brent Andrewsen at the 2024 FAIR Conference
How do we help our young people avoid deception, or keep them from “stumb[ling] exceedingly”? We keep the “plain and precious” parts of the gospel front and center in their lives.
Brent Andrewsen practices at a regional law firm with offices throughout the Intermountain West. He is the chairman of Sutherland Institute Board of Directors, an independent research and educational institution and think tank, whose mission is to advance civility, sound ideas, and principled public policy supporting faith, family and free enterprise. Brent serves as...
2025-06-0421 minFAIR Conference Archives | FAIRPreserving and Protecting “Plain and Precious” Truths In Our Familiesby Brent Andrewsen at the 2024 FAIR Conference
How do we help our young people avoid deception, or keep them from “stumb[ling] exceedingly”? We keep the “plain and precious” parts of the gospel front and center in their lives.
Brent Andrewsen practices at a regional law firm with offices throughout the Intermountain West. He is the chairman of Sutherland Institute Board of Directors, an independent research and educational institution and think tank, whose mission is to advance civility, sound ideas, and principled public policy supporting faith, family and free enterprise. Brent serves as...
2025-06-0421 minGender Issues Archives | FAIRPreserving and Protecting “Plain and Precious” Truths In Our Familiesby Brent Andrewsen at the 2024 FAIR Conference
How do we help our young people avoid deception, or keep them from “stumb[ling] exceedingly”? We keep the “plain and precious” parts of the gospel front and center in their lives.
Brent Andrewsen practices at a regional law firm with offices throughout the Intermountain West. He is the chairman of Sutherland Institute Board of Directors, an independent research and educational institution and think tank, whose mission is to advance civility, sound ideas, and principled public policy supporting faith, family and free enterprise. Brent serves as...
2025-06-0421 minMarriage Archives | FAIRPreserving and Protecting “Plain and Precious” Truths In Our Familiesby Brent Andrewsen at the 2024 FAIR Conference
How do we help our young people avoid deception, or keep them from “stumb[ling] exceedingly”? We keep the “plain and precious” parts of the gospel front and center in their lives.
Brent Andrewsen practices at a regional law firm with offices throughout the Intermountain West. He is the chairman of Sutherland Institute Board of Directors, an independent research and educational institution and think tank, whose mission is to advance civility, sound ideas, and principled public policy supporting faith, family and free enterprise. Brent serves as...
2025-06-0421 min
Famous Interviews with Joe DiminoAuthor & Justice Seeker Brett EliasonWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this gripping episode, we speak with author and justice advocate Brett Eliason about his powerful and controversial book, The Mormon Mafia and ‘ME’. Brett shares the harrowing true story of his fight for justice against the LDS Church-affiliated law firm, Kirton McConkie, which he accuses of embezzling his parents' estate and committing egregious ethical violations.This interview dives into the depths of corruption, abuse of fiduciary duty, and institutional power, exposing what Brett calls “the most corrupt legion of criminals in history.” His mission is to bring tr...
2025-05-2329 min
Mormon Discussion by Bill ReelHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie and other legal representation of the LDS Church, shedding light on their practices that may seem counterintuitive when it comes to protecting victims.
In this episode: Tim Kosnoff’s Eye-Opening Insights: Tim, a seasoned lawyer, provides a unique perspective on the actions of Kirton & McConkie, revealin...
2024-02-292h 35Mormon Discussion PodcastHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
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2024-02-292h 35Mormonism Live! Archives - Mormon Discussion by Bill ReelHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
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2024-02-292h 35Mormon Discussion Podcast: Leading With FaithHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
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2024-02-292h 35
MormonismLive! – Mormonism Live!How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
2024-02-292h 35Mormonism Live!How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie and other legal representation of the LDS Church, shedding light on their practices that may seem counterintuitive when it comes to protecting victims.
In this episode: Tim Kosnoff’s Eye-Opening Insights: Tim, a seasoned lawyer, provides a unique perspective on the actions of Kirton & McConkie, revealin...
2024-02-292h 35Mormonism LIVE !How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
2024-02-292h 35Mormon Discussion Podcast: Leading With FaithHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie and other legal representation of the LDS Church, shedding light on their practices that may seem counterintuitive when it comes to protecting victims.
In this episode: Tim Kosnoff’s Eye-Opening Insights: Tim, a seasoned lawyer, provides a unique perspective on the actions of Kirton & McConkie, revealin...
2024-02-292h 35
Radio Free MormonHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie and other legal representation of the LDS Church, shedding light on their practices that may seem counterintuitive when it comes to protecting victims.
In this episode: Tim Kosnoff’s Eye-Opening Insights: Tim, a seasoned lawyer, provides a unique perspective on the actions of Kirton & McConkie, revealin...
2024-02-292h 35Mormon Discussion Podcast: Leading With FaithHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie and other legal representation of the LDS Church, shedding light on their practices that may seem counterintuitive when it comes to protecting victims.
In this episode: Tim Kosnoff’s Eye-Opening Insights: Tim, a seasoned lawyer, provides a unique perspective on the actions of Kirton & McConkie, revealin...
2024-02-292h 35Mormonism Live! – Radio Free MormonHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie and other legal representation of the LDS Church, shedding light on their practices that may seem counterintuitive when it comes to protecting victims.
In this episode: Tim Kosnoff’s Eye-Opening Insights: Tim, a seasoned lawyer, provides a unique perspective on the actions of Kirton & McConkie, revealin...
2024-02-292h 35
Mormonism Live! Archives - Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full LineupHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
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2024-02-292h 35Mormon Discussions Podcasts – Full LineupHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie and other legal representation of the LDS Church, shedding light on their practices that may seem counterintuitive when it comes to protecting victims.
In this episode: Tim Kosnoff’s Eye-Opening Insights: Tim, a seasoned lawyer, provides a unique perspective on the actions of Kirton & McConkie, revealin...
2024-02-292h 35
Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full LineupHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
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2024-02-292h 35Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full LineupHow The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]
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2024-02-292h 35Mormon Discussion by Bill ReelShunning By Decree: Mormonism LIVE: 145One LDS couple shares their experience about how the LDS Church tries to prevent members from sharing uncomfortable truths with each other.
Chapters
5:00 Guest introduction
15:00 The video that started it all
24:00 Voting opposed 44:00 Fast & Testimony Meeting
50:00 Canceling church
58:00 Chatbot and circular reasoning
59:30 Aftermath of the testimony meeting
1:02:30 The nightmare
1:05:00 Email from the Bishop
1:15:15 Stake President meets him in the parking lot
1:17:00 Another fast & testimony meeting
1:37:25 The Cops show up at the house
1:50:00 A Cowardly Letter from Kirton McConkie
2:03:45 The Texts 2:17:15 In Closing
2:26:00 Calls...
2023-09-142h 44Mormonism Live!Shunning By Decree: Mormonism LIVE: 145
One LDS couple shares their experience about how the LDS Church tries to prevent members from sharing uncomfortable truths with each other.
Chapters5:00 Guest introduction15:00 The video that started it all24:00 Voting opposed 44:00 Fast & Testimony Meeting50:00 Canceling church58:00 Chatbot and circular reasoning59:30 Aftermath of the testimony meeting1:02:30 The nightmare1:05:00 Email from the Bishop1:15:15 Stake President meets him in the parking lot1:17:00 Another fast & testimony meeting1:37:25 The Cops show up at the house1:50:00 A Cowardly Letter from Kirton McConkie2:03:45 The Texts 2:17:15 In Closing2:26:00 Calls...
2023-09-142h 44Mormon Discussion Podcast: Leading With FaithShunning By Decree: Mormonism LIVE: 145
One LDS couple shares their experience about how the LDS Church tries to prevent members from sharing uncomfortable truths with each other.
Chapters5:00 Guest introduction15:00 The video that started it all24:00 Voting opposed 44:00 Fast & Testimony Meeting50:00 Canceling church58:00 Chatbot and circular reasoning59:30 Aftermath of the testimony meeting1:02:30 The nightmare1:05:00 Email from the Bishop1:15:15 Stake President meets him in the parking lot1:17:00 Another fast & testimony meeting1:37:25 The Cops show up at the house1:50:00 A Cowardly Letter from Kirton McConkie2:03:45 The Texts 2:17:15 In Closing2:26:00 Calls...
2023-09-142h 44Radio Free MormonShunning By Decree: Mormonism LIVE: 145
One LDS couple shares their experience about how the LDS Church tries to prevent members from sharing uncomfortable truths with each other.
Chapters5:00 Guest introduction15:00 The video that started it all24:00 Voting opposed 44:00 Fast & Testimony Meeting50:00 Canceling church58:00 Chatbot and circular reasoning59:30 Aftermath of the testimony meeting1:02:30 The nightmare1:05:00 Email from the Bishop1:15:15 Stake President meets him in the parking lot1:17:00 Another fast & testimony meeting1:37:25 The Cops show up at the house1:50:00 A Cowardly Letter from Kirton McConkie2:03:45 The Texts 2:17:15 In Closing2:26:00 Calls...
2023-09-142h 44Mormon Discussions Podcasts – Full LineupShunning By Decree: Mormonism LIVE: 145One LDS couple shares their experience about how the LDS Church tries to prevent members from sharing uncomfortable truths with each other.
Chapters
5:00 Guest introduction
15:00 The video that started it all
24:00 Voting opposed 44:00 Fast & Testimony Meeting
50:00 Canceling church
58:00 Chatbot and circular reasoning
59:30 Aftermath of the testimony meeting
1:02:30 The nightmare
1:05:00 Email from the Bishop
1:15:15 Stake President meets him in the parking lot
1:17:00 Another fast & testimony meeting
1:37:25 The Cops show up at the house
1:50:00 A Cowardly Letter from Kirton McConkie
2:03:45 The Texts 2:17:15 In Closing
2:26:00 Calls...
2023-09-142h 44
Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al & Dives ruminate on the great and spacious Beehive!EP 75 - Update on CofC Pres. Veazy’s, gospel lecture series insights, Mrs. America is a LDS, and a Mormon TikToc star agrees to plea dealShow Information
Sep 3, 2023
Greetings brothers and sisters! Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Dives and crew ruminate on the great and spacious beehive!
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EP 75 - Update on CofC Pres. Veazy’s, gospel lecture series insights, Mrs. America is a LDS, and a Mormon TikToc star agrees to plea deal
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2023-09-041h 23
Faith Matters139. How the Helpline Actually Works — A Conversation with Kate Taylor Lauck*This episode discusses the topic of sexual abuse, and in particular, the recent sexual abuse case in Arizona that was covered by the Associated Press and widely shared and discussed in mainstream/social media. Please use discretion in determining whether or not this is a suitable episode for you or for anyone listening in.*As most of you know, in August of this year, the AP released an article that chronicled a case of sexual abuse, perpetrated by a member of the Church and, in at least in one instance in 2011, disclosed by the perpetrator...
2022-11-1352 min
Mormon Stories - LDS1637: How the Mormon Church Handles Abuse: A HistoryTRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault, Rape, Child Abuse The bombshell article by the Associated Press about the LDS Church’s abuse cover-up in Arizona and West Virgina has taken the Mormon community by storm. As the kickoff episode to our series covering the Mormon church’s handling of abuse John, Jenn, and Gerardo will react to a shocking 2018 interview by Gina Colvin with attorney Tim Kosnoff about his experiences representing over 150 Mormon sexual abuse victims that have brought him face-to-face with Kirton & McConkie and the Mormon law machine. On Friday we will be interviewing Tim...
2022-08-123h 13
Mormon Stories Podcast1637: How the Mormon Church Handles Abuse: A HistoryTRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault, Rape, Child Abuse The bombshell article by the Associated Press about the LDS Church’s abuse cover-up in Arizona and West Virgina has taken the Mormon community by storm. As the kickoff episode to our series covering the Mormon church’s handling of abuse John, Jenn, and Gerardo will react to a shocking 2018 interview by Gina Colvin with attorney Tim Kosnoff about his experiences representing over 150 Mormon sexual abuse victims that have brought him face-to-face with Kirton & McConkie and the Mormon law machine. On Friday we will be interviewing Tim...
2022-08-103h 13
Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell-The Real StoryMeans gets...mean!Lots of new filings in the Daybell/Vallow matter. Mark Means alleges that Prosecutor Wood is behaving like an “insecure schoolyard bully,” among so many other things. Kirton McConkie responds to subpoenas by explaining what client attorney privilege is, and the State responds to Mr. Prior in the best way possible. Pop an advil and come along for the ride!
Source Material
https://coi.isc.idaho.gov/docs/case/CR22211624/120221Response%20and%20Objection%20to%20Motion%20for%20Contempt.pdf
https://coi.isc.idaho.gov/docs/case...
2021-12-071h 06True Crime SquadMeans gets...mean!Lots of new filings in the Daybell/Vallow matter. Mark Means alleges that Prosecutor Wood is behaving like an “insecure schoolyard bully,” among so many other things. Kirton McConkie responds to subpoenas by explaining what client attorney privilege is, and the State responds to Mr. Prior in the best way possible. Pop an advil and come along for the ride!
Source Material
https://coi.isc.idaho.gov/docs/case/CR22211624/120221Response%20and%20Objection%20to%20Motion%20for%20Contempt.pdf
https://coi.isc.idaho.gov/docs/case...
2021-12-071h 06Mormon Discussion by Bill ReelMormonism LIVE: 036: Hostile Takeovers, Bailouts, & Other Backroom Deals
Today Bill and RFM will look into events that the Church and/or its Leaders were involved in that seem to have the “appearance of Evil”.
From Elder Ballard’s time selling cars to buying Valley Music Hall to becoming an Apostle of the Lord, to what appeared to be a Hostile Takeover by Quentin Cook of a Hospital in California, to what appears to be A giant favor done by Kirton and McConkie towards Thomas Monson and his family. We may touch on a few others as well….. you never know !!!
All of these stories...
2021-08-121h 47Radio Free MormonMormonism LIVE: 036: Hostile Takeovers, Bailouts, & Other Backroom DealsToday Bill and RFM will look into events that the Church and/or its Leaders were involved in that seem to have the “appearance of Evil”.
From Elder Ballard’s time selling cars to buying Valley Music Hall to becoming an Apostle of the Lord, to what appeared to be a Hostile Takeover by Quentin Cook of a Hospital in California, to what appears to be A giant favor done by Kirton and McConkie towards Thomas Monson and his family. We may touch on a few others as well….. you never know !!!
All of these stories...
2021-08-121h 47Mormon Discussion Podcast: Leading With FaithMormonism LIVE: 036: Hostile Takeovers, Bailouts, & Other Backroom Deals
Today Bill and RFM will look into events that the Church and/or its Leaders were involved in that seem to have the “Appearance of Evil”.
From Elder Ballard’s time selling cars to buying Valley Music Hall to becoming an Apostle of the Lord, to what appeared to be a Hostile Takeover by Quentin Cook of a Hospital in California, to what appears to be A giant favor done by Kirton and McConkie towards Thomas Monson and his family. We may touch on a few others as well….. you never know !!!
All of these stories...
2021-08-121h 47Mormonism Live!Mormonism LIVE: 036: Hostile Takeovers, Bailouts, & Other Backroom Deals
Today Bill and RFM will look into events that the Church and/or its Leaders were involved in that seem to have the “Appearance of Evil”.
From Elder Ballard’s time selling cars to buying Valley Music Hall to becoming an Apostle of the Lord, to what appeared to be a Hostile Takeover by Quentin Cook of a Hospital in California, to what appears to be A giant favor done by Kirton and McConkie towards Thomas Monson and his family. We may touch on a few others as well….. you never know !!!
All of these stories...
2021-08-121h 47
S.J. Quinney College of Law Events and WebinarsIt Isn’t Over Yet: How COVID Has Impacted Law Firm OperationsThis podcast will discuss how COVID has impacted law firm operations in that last year, including attorney flexibility and mobility, client expectations, emerging practice areas and how the new changes will be further impacted by Utah’s new regulatory reform experiment.Panelists:Keven Rowe, President, Jones Waldo Holbrook and McDonoughLee Wright, Managing Partner, Kirton McConkieTodd Leishman, President and Chairman of Dentons Durham Jones & PinegarHosted by Lori NelsonOriginally aired and recorded February 12, 2021 @ 12:00 pm
2021-02-2358 min
The BetrayedThe lies of Operation Underground Railroad & Tim Ballard ! - The Betrayed EP. 77#OperationUndergroundRailroad #TimBallard #LilianaIn this week's episode, we are back with our usual topics. Today we discuss the deception from O.U.R. (Operation Underground Railroad), the lies from Tim Ballard, and the impact it is having on real help. Thank you for listening, liking, commenting and, subscribing. We truly appreciate your continued support! The uncensored version of this episode is available on all other platforms. Links we mention:American Crime Journalhttps://americancrimejournal.com/AJC's YouTube Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wO0LLb4a2tQ&feature=em...
2021-02-1316 min
Mormon Stories - LDS1364: Investigating Tim Ballard and Operation Underground Railroad - Lynn Packer Pt. 6In today's Mormon Stories Podcast episode legendary Utah journalist and investigator Lynn Packer discusses his recent investigation into possible fraud perpetrated by Utah Mormon Tim Ballard and Utah Mormon Attorney General Sean Reyes - as part of Operation Underground Railroad (OUR), which has raised over $30 million claiming to rescue children from sex trafficking. Packer has raised concerns about Tim Ballard and Sean Reyes being involved in the following: - Stockpiling $30M in donations that are not being used to save children. - Excessive compensation to Tim Ballard (over $300k/year). - Unethical accounting...
2020-12-083h 45
Mormon Stories Podcast1364: Investigating Tim Ballard and Operation Underground Railroad - Lynn Packer Pt. 6In today's Mormon Stories Podcast episode legendary Utah journalist and investigator Lynn Packer discusses his recent investigation into possible fraud perpetrated by Utah Mormon Tim Ballard and Utah Mormon Attorney General Sean Reyes - as part of Operation Underground Railroad (OUR), which has raised over $30 million claiming to rescue children from sex trafficking. Packer has raised concerns about Tim Ballard and Sean Reyes being involved in the following: - Stockpiling $30M in donations that are not being used to save children. - Excessive compensation to Tim Ballard (over $300k/year). - Unethical accounting...
2020-12-083h 44
Blossom of ThoughtLee A. Wright - Essentials of Legal PracticeJoin me and my guest, Lee A. Wright, an attorney of over 20 years and president of Kirton McConkie Attorneys. The firm is the biggest in the state of Utah with over 150 attorneys and has access to over 10,000 attorneys at more than 160 law firms based in 90 countries. He speaks about the fundamentals of legal practice, the hottest issues, and/or the global direction of legal practice.
2020-12-021h 08
Glass Box PodcastEp 37 - Mormon Money pt.4; Welfare KingdomToday's show centers around an interview with an anonymous person sharing her story of the Mormon welfare system. She's currently undergoing a divorce and found out in court the church has been paying her estranged husband's car and mortgage payments, over $18,000, for the past year on accounts bearing her name without her knowledge. When our interviewee attempted to find more information about the financial support for divorce and tax reasons, she was stonewalled by local leadership. She ran up the ranks to find more information only to be stonewalled by a senior attorney at Kirton-McConkie the primary law firm...
2020-01-082h 36
The Dentist Money Show | Financial Planning & Wealth ManagementYour Estate Planning Wake-Up CallOn this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Reese interviews Brent Andrewsen, estate planning expert at the Kirton McConkie law firm. As a practice owner with a growing net worth, you're probably aware that you should do some basic estate planning. Reese and Brent discuss why that should start early in your career. Where do your assets go, or who will raise your kids should something unexpected happen? Listen in as Reese and Brent deliver advice your family needs you to hear.
2019-08-0749 minGlass Box PodcastEp 7 - Little Red HatchlingIt's long overdue that we make a foray into politics. We examine the life and times of 7-time Utah Senator, Orrin Hatch. After that Braden tells us about Jesse Pinkman leaving a cult, Ryan McKnight joins us for a Mormon Leaks Minute, and there are more tigers in the world than there used to be! A YUGE thanks to our new patron, Joel, and a shoutout to Rhiannon for the 5-star iTunes review! Orrin Hatch: https://ballotpedia.org/Orrin_Hatch https://www.hatch.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/14ed4691-a365-4f...
2018-09-261h 40
EX-MORMON LIVE SHOW#335-Mormon Sex Abuse and David J. Jordan-7-26-2018In this episode, I discuss Mormon Sex abuse & the horrific case of McKenna Denson & her claim of being brutally raped by the MTC President Joseph L. Bishop(in his secret lair & rape room in the basement of the MTC or missionary training center in Provo) & the Mormon church's attempt to have the case thrown out(after covering it up for 34 years) while not even punishing Bishop at all.(still in good standing last we heard) He confessed sexual sins in the 1970s to a Mormon General Authority, Robert E. Wells but was still a regular mission president & then MTC presid...
2018-08-0600 minEX-MORMON LIVE SHOW#337-Do Mormon Leaders Claim to See Christ?!-7-30-2018In this episode, I discuss whether current & past Mormon leaders claim or have claimed to see Christ. Apostles like Dallin Hoaks(the Boise Rescue) & Boyd K. Packer(General Conference-April 1971) claim "it's too sacred to talk about" while insinuating that they do see him but can't discuss any details because it would violate some strict rule that someone has placed upon them to not talk about it. Who is in charge of them & making these rules? Kirton & McConkie? It's all lawyers & signed documents nowadays anyway, so probably so. After all, they are legally: "The Corporation of the President of the Church of...
2018-08-0100 minMormon Stories - LDS619: Matt Long, Sex Crimes Prosecutor, Discusses LDS Church Child Abuse Policies and the Recent News Release Pt. 2On February 1, 2016 the LDS Church re-released a media statement originally released in 2013 entitled “Effectiveness of Church Approach to Preventing Child Abuse.” In this press release (authored by Kirton & McConkie partner and LDS 1st Quorum of the 70 member Elder Von G. Keetch) the LDS Church claimed that "no religious organization has done more" to prevent child abuse, and touted their child abuse approach as "the gold standard" amongst all churches.
Immediately the Mormon Internet exploded with the stories of past and present victims of LDS-related sexual abuse, expressing sadness, frustration, feelings of invalidation, sickness, and (at times) horror over the church...
2016-02-022h 13Mormon Stories - LDS618: Matt Long, Sex Crimes Prosecutor, Discusses LDS Church Child Abuse Policies and the Recent News Release Pt. 1On February 1, 2016 the LDS Church re-released a media statement originally released in 2013 entitled “Effectiveness of Church Approach to Preventing Child Abuse.” In this press release (authored by Kirton & McConkie partner and LDS 1st Quorum of the 70 member Elder Von G. Keetch) the LDS Church claimed that "no religious organization has done more" to prevent child abuse, and touted their child abuse approach as "the gold standard" amongst all churches.
Immediately the Mormon Internet exploded with the stories of past and present victims of LDS-related sexual abuse, expressing sadness, frustration, feelings of invalidation, sickness, and (at times) horror over the church...
2016-02-021h 16