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Mormon.ishA Ban On Christmas A Little Known TaleIn this festive holiday episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined once again by the wonderful Rob Lauer, as we explore the little known history of the ban on Christmas. Rob tells us more about Christmas's checkered past as certain groups of religious zealots attempted to eradicate Christmas forever. Rebecca, Landon, and Rob also share Christmas memories and the new meanings they find during the holidays after deconstruction of previous beliefs.This episode was originally aired on December 22, 2023.***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast: If you would like to help financially...
2024-12-2439 min
Mormon.ishThe Truth About LDS Giving MachinesWe have gotten so many questions recently about the LDS Giving Machine, especially from never Mormons, we decided to repost our episode from last year!On this episode of Mormonish podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by accounting professor, Dr. Spencer Anderson as we explore the truth behind the LDS Giving Machine’s that are popping up in cities all over the United States! On the surface Giving Machines seem to be a fun and festive way to donate to people in need. However, questions have arisen over the use of these machines to generate publicity for th...
2024-11-221h 22
Mormon.ishWe're Gonna Make You An Offer You Can't Refuse: McKinney Texas Temple UpdatesOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon discuss the LDS church's recent offer to the small Texas town of Fairview of "substantial concessions" during negotiations involving the proposed McKinney Temple.Just how substantial were these concessions anyway? You're about to find out!Rebecca and Landon also navigate us through a new unofficial website promoted by the church to share information about he McKinney temple and cut through all the misinformation out there.As we get closer to the town council date of August 6th, things are really heating up and Mormonish...
2024-07-192h 26
Mormon.ishFairview Town Council Watch Party with Mormonish PodcastOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Landon and Rebecca watch the Fairview Texas Town Council Meeting and provide insightful commentary.The Town Council meeting was held on June 4th, 2024 in Fairview Texas. On the meeting agenda is the LDS church's request to build a 63 ft building with a 171 ft spire in a residential neighborhood. Emotions run high as residents of Fairview and LDS members who live in Fairview both petition the Town Council to understand their points of view.Landon and Rebecca were on a livestream episode of Mormon Stories where we streamed...
2024-06-123h 25
Mormon.ishMormons and Holy Week: Becoming a Part of Mainstream ChristianityOn this episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon discuss the new phenomenon of Mormons celebrating Palm Sunday and Holy Week in addition to Easter Sunday.These sacred days have long been celebrated in the wider world of Christianity, but Mormons seem to have neglected them all together until very recently.Why the sudden shift to adopt the appearance of being part of the more main stream Christian community? Landon and Rebecca look for examples of this new phenomenon and possible motivations.***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast:If you would like...
2024-03-291h 21
Mormon.ishThe Lone Mountain Nevada Temple: Here We Go Again!On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon delve into the controversy surrounding the proposed Lone Mountain temple in Las Vegas Nevada.The residents in the rural area are concerned that zoning codes and ordinances are being changed to accommodate a very large structure that is too tall and will be too bright for the surrounding area.Rebecca and Landon tell the residents’ story in yet another temple building scenario where the LDS church seems to follow the same playbook they did in the other temple stories we follow in Heber Valley, Utah and Co...
2024-03-271h 30
Mormon.ishWhere's New Church Spokesman Aaron SherinanOn a current events episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon explore the events surrounding Aaron Sherinian being called as the new LDS church's Managing Director of Communications. Aaron Sherinian was announced as the new church spokeman on January 9th, 2024 and stated on LinkedIn that he would start his new role immediately. Rebecca and Landon search social media to discover evidence that he has started acting in his new capacity, if any exists. Controvery erupted following the annoucement after it was discovered Aaron posted pictures of himself at a Pride Parade and made pother posts...
2024-02-2937 min
Mormon.ishMormon Church Forces Brewery to Discontinue Signature BeerOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon delve into a developing story involving a local Utah brewery that has been asked by lawyers for businesses owned by the LDS church to discontinue their signature brew "Deseret IPA" due to trademark infringement. "Deseret" is a word that appears in the Book of Mormon and means "honeybee" and the brewing company developed a beer that uses local honey and local grain and his brewed locally, as a tribute to the state of Utah. Their hope is that visitors will enjoy the beverage and learn more about Utah.
2024-01-1459 min
Mormon.ishTranscending Ecclesiastical AbuseOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon sit down with Michelle Stone of "132 Problems" to learn more about her life and experiences within the LDS church. Our viewers may be familiar with Michele from her interactions with Mormonism Lives' Bill Reel and Radio Free Mormon. We were excited to give her an opportunity to tell us more about her story and we look forward to future scholarly interactions! Don't forget to like and subscribe to Mormonish Podcast!***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast:If you would like to financially...
2024-01-121h 18
Mormon.ishThe Ethical and Moral Dilemma of the Bishop's MantleOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Landon and Rebecca are joined by AASECT Certified Sex Therapist/Supervisor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Natasha Helfer and former LDS bishop, Joel Huntington, to discuss the role of ecclesiastical leaders who are often forced to override their own moral and ethical compass to serve. Viewed in the framework of a bishop who recently resigned his calling publicly in front of his congregation, stating, "There's just a few things that I've been required to do that I personally cannot morally stand by. I can't. So I need to step down,"...
2024-01-101h 54
Mormon.ishAre The Gospel Topics Essays Going Away?On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon dive into a section of the church website called “Topics and Questions.”There has been concern recently that The Gospel Topics Essays are being retired and replaced by “Topics and Questions.”Rebecca and Landon discover the truth and delve into the type of answers the church provides to those who have real questions. We found it really interesting to dissect this information and we’re sure you will too.Don't forget to like and subscribe to Mormonish Podcast!***How to DONATE to Mormonish...
2024-01-051h 08
Mormon.ishExplosive Revelations in D. Michael Quinn's New Memoir: Chosen PathOn this special episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon have the opportunity to film at the Signature Books headquarters. as we interview the Executive Director of Signature Books, Barbara Jones Brown and Moshe Quinn, son of D. Michael Quinn about a new book, “Chosen Path: A Memoir.”This explosive new memoir written by D. Michael Quinn, and found and published posthumously, contains so much insider information about the inner workings of the LDS church and never before shared details about notable figures in Mormonism. Quinn experienced it all.Quinn also shares his poignant struggle as a ga...
2024-01-031h 09
Mormon.ishThe Healing Power of Humor: Deconstructing Through Parody with Tik Tok's Cultural HallOn this extremely entertaining episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon sit down with Rob aka Cultural Hall, creator of the most hilarious post Mormon themed Tik Tok's out there!Rob shares his top ten favorite Tik Tok creations as we discuss his faith journey, his life, and his passion for making us all laugh through deconstruction. Prepare to laugh a lot and gain a deeper understanding of the medium and the man behind the comedy gold! ***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast:If you would like to financially support our...
2023-12-291h 05
Mormon.ishThe Top Shocking Moments in Mormonism 2023In this entertaining end of the year review, Rebecca and Landon are joined by the ever effervescent Dr. Monique Derr, to discuss the top WTF moments in Mormonism of 2023.2023 with a big year for Mormonism in the news and we cover it all!***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast:If you would like to financially support our podcast, you can DONATE to support Mormonish Podcast here:https://www.mormonishpodcast.org/supportAlso at:PayPal: https://paypal.me/BiblioTechMediaVenmo: @BiblioTechMediaWe appreciate our...
2023-12-272h 17
Mormon.ishHow the Puritan Grinch Stole Christmas with "'Twas the Night Before Christmas in Old Nauvoo!"In this festive holiday episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined once again by the wonderful Rob Lauer, as we explore the little known history of the ban on Christmas. Rob tells us more about Christmas's checkered past as certain groups of religious zealots attempted to eradicate Christmas forever.Rebecca, Landon, and Rob also share Christmas memories and the new meanings they find during the holidays after deconstruction of previous beliefs.And as a bonus feature, we recite our favorite Christmas poem, "'Twas the Night Before Christmas in Old Nauvoo!"
2023-12-2239 min
Mormon.ishDoes the Book of Mormon Have to be Historical (Episode 5 of a 5 part series)On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined again by the amazing Dr. John Lundwall for Episode 5 in his series on Book of Mormon authenticity and the The Standard of Proof for the Book of Mormon. In the final episode of our series with Dr. John Lundwall, Lundwall responds to questions and comments as he discusses the differences between oral and literate cultures and what a "tight" and "loose" translation means for the Book of Mormon. Further, Lundwall shows that the standard of Proof for the Book of Mormon was established by...
2023-12-202h 13
Mormon.ishJoseph Smith’s Teachings about Priesthood, Temple, and WomenOn another collaborative episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon join The Backyard Professor and very special guest, Margaret Toscano, as we dive into the Gospel Topics Essay titled, "Joseph Smith’s Teachings about Priesthood, Temple, and Women." In September 1993, six scholars were disciplined by LDS Church leaders because of scholarly works they published that pushed back on the church. Dr. Margaret Toscano’s husband Paul was one of the September 6 and several years later, Margaret herself was also excommunicated. Margaret's essay's "Joseph Smith's Teachings on Priesthood, Temple, and Women": A Critique, takes a hard look...
2023-12-172h 04
Mormon.ishTricked by Mormonism: Magic, Manipulation and MormonsOn our first premiere episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by two incredible guests, Dr. Randy Bell and Radio Free Mormon, to discuss the difference between ethical magic and unethical magic and its use in manipulating people either for entertainment, or far more sinister purposes.Randy Bell is the owner of the world's largest collection of Houdini artifacts and uses these amazing items to take us on a journey through the history of magic tricks and magical stunts. As we learn more about how magic actually works, we come to understand that magicians follow...
2023-12-131h 57
Mormon.ishUpdate: Heber Valley and Cody, WY Temple LawsuitsOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon give updates on both the Cody, WY and Heber Valley Temple situations as they continue to play out.Both cities have active citizens' groups who are going through proper legal channels to try to change the proposed temple sites to locations more in line with zoning regulations and the look and feel of the town.It's very interesting to look at these two situations as a whole. The church is using very similar strategies in each city to make sure their planned temples are built as...
2023-12-121h 06
Mormon.ishThe Oath: An Epic Book of Mormon ReviewOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon discuss their experience going to see the movie, "The Oath," which opened in theaters nationwide on Friday, December 8th. According to Rotten Tomatoes the movie is described as follows. "400 A.D., in a forgotten time of Ancient America, a lone Hebraic fugitive must preserve the history of his fallen nation while being hunted by a ruthless tyrant but rescuing the King's abused mistress could awaken a warrior's past.The movie is directed, produced, and starred in by Darin Scott who has been a part of many...
2023-12-1058 min
Mormon.ishThe Truth About Giving MachinesIn this episode of Mormonish podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by accounting professor, Dr. Spencer Anderson as we explore the truth behind the LDS Giving Machine’s that are popping up in cities all over the United States!On the surface Giving Machines seem to be a fun and festive way to donate to people in need. However, questions have arisen over the use of these machines to generate publicity for the church itself. Is the LDS Church simply a middle man taking credit for someone else’s generosity?Rebecca and Landon talk with an E...
2023-12-081h 22
Mormon.ishThe Fight for Equality: Is It Time For LDS Women to Take A Stand?In this episode of Mormonish podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by the wonderful Dr. Margaret Toscano to talk about recent events involving women, equality, and who gets to sit on the stand in the LDS church.Social media is buzzing with the news that a decade old tradition of having women in leadership sit on the stand during LDS sacrament meeting in the Bay Area, came to an end abruptly with a cease and desist order from the church.Margaret shares her invaluable perspective on the ongoing struggle for equality that women in the...
2023-12-061h 23
Mormon.ishDoes Myth Matter? A Conversation with No Nonsense Spirituality's Britt HartleyOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon have a wonderful converstion with "No Nonesense Spirituality's" Britt Hartley. We discuss the concept that spirituality is a human need and is connected to the myths that join us together. Once we truly are able to connect to ourselves we can not only find purpose and meaning in life, we can also face difficulties along the way. Britt shares her own faith journey and the valuable lessons she learned along the way. We also discuss the state of religion in general, especially in terms of generational...
2023-12-011h 26
Mormon.ishThe 1980's BYU LGBTQ Witch-Hunt: Stories From Five Men Who Lived It, Told For the First TimeMormonish is so excited to have reached our 100th episode! And this is probably one of the most unique, wonderful, and emotional episodes of Mormonish Podcast we have ever taped. A few months ago Landon and Rebecca interviewed the wonderful playwright Rob Lauer, who told us about his experiences as a theater major at BYU in the early 1980s. The late 1970s and 1980s were a difficult time for LGBT students who were attending BYU. They were hunted down and entrapped and forced to live a hidden life or be removed from school. During that...
2023-11-281h 34
Mormon.ishPilgrims and Mormons: God's Chosen People?In this special Thanksgiving episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon eat pumpkin pie and take a look at the Pilgrims and the Puritans in their historical context. Much has been made of the idea that the story of the Pilgrims has a deep connection to the Restoration. Many books and videos have been produced on this topic and Mormonish wanted to understand exactly what that connection was. Join us for an informative and revelatory look at the Pilgrims and their destiny. And did we mention, there's pie! Happy Thanksgiving to all from Mormonish Podcast! ...
2023-11-221h 02
Mormon.ishDoes The LDS Church Share Your Tithing Info?On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by Dr. Randy Bell and Sophronia to discuss the recent allegations that the LDS church may have provided tithing information on high net worth members to Tim Ballard and OUR in order to solicit donations.We also discuss the Prop 8 era when wealthier LDS members were called upon to give money to a third party political entity to influence a vote, and both Randy and Sophronia share their personal stories. We also talk about the fall out from the LDS's influence on the Prop 8 vote.
2023-11-211h 12
Mormon.ishTim Ballard, O.U.R. and White Mormon NationalismOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon joined by Dr. Matthew Harris as we delve into the world of Mormon nationalism and the legacy of Ezra Taft Benson. This topic is more relevant than ever as we seem to see a growing faction of Mormonism embracing white Christian nationalism. In the mid-twentieth century, Ezra Taft Benson was a deeply controversial figure who served not only as Secretary of Agriculture under Dwight Eisenhower but also as a member the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.His ongoing battle to preach ag...
2023-11-171h 33
Mormon.ishMormonish Podcast Turns 1 Year OldIn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon celebrate our 1 year birthday! Mormonish Podcast aired it's first episode on November 17, 2022 and it seems like just yesterday. Join us as we take a look back at all our wonderful and amazing guests, the scholarly topics we covered, the late breaking news, and more!Thank you everyone, we couldn't have done it without all of you!How to Donate to Mormonish Podcast:We appreciate our Mormonish viewers and listeners so much! If you would like to financially support our podcast, you can...
2023-11-1551 min
Mormon.ishFirst Vision Accounts: The Best Kept Secret in MormonismOn another collaborative episode in The Gospel Topics Essays Series with The Backyard Professor, Rebecca and Landon dive into the Gospel Topics Essay, "First Vision Accounts." The First Vision account we all grew up with was the quintessential telling of the story and we never considered there might be other versions. And that was by design. In this revelatory episode we discuss how each of the First Vision accounts differ, why no one seemed to know anything about any account until years later, how the church wants to spin the narrative that conflicting accounts actually make the...
2023-11-142h 16
Mormon.ishMormon Mind Games Revealed: An Epistemological Discussion with Kolby ReddishOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by the wonderful Kolby Reddish as we dive in to the importance of epistemology as a method to determine truthfulness. There is a growing concept in the LDS church that the more something appears to not be true, that only proves it's truth more strongly. And of course, faith strengthens this idea. Kolby shares his thoughts and experiences with epistemology and explains how this tool to determine truth is invaluable. Epistemology is defined as "the theory of knowledge, especially with regard to its methods...
2023-11-101h 21
Mormon.ishUpdate: Is The Media Covering for Elder Ballard and the LDS Church?On this breaking news episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon explore two news articles about Elder M. Russell Ballard's relationship to Tim Ballard, that were released in local and national media and then suddenly taken down. In an effort to determine why the article would have been pulled so quickly, we fact check the article itself and other related statements from the Church. We also delve into the question of whether the media in Utah and perhaps even nationally to some degree, is controlled by the LDS church. How far is their reach and...
2023-11-091h 33
Mormon.ishTim Ballard Lawsuit Amended ClaimOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca joins host, Dives on his weekly news program, Mormon News Round Up, to discuss the latest news of the week. Our episode here focuses on the segment about Elder Ballard, allegedly leaked tithing records, and the amended claim details. Rebecca cohosts with Dives every first Sunday of the month, and Landon often joins MNR too, so look for more collaboration to come. If you would like to watch the entire episode of Mormon News Round Up that Rebecca appeared in, you can find it here. You can watch...
2023-11-081h 29
Mormon.ishThe Devastating Reality of Spiritual Grooming: One Woman’s StoryOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon sit down with Autumn (not her real name) as she tells us a disturbing story of spiritual grooming and manipulation in her marriage to a faithful Mormon.As a convert to the church and a young wife, Autumn experienced the kind of grooming we have heard about recently in the Tim Ballard lawsuit. When you give up your power to a person in authority over you and an institution,you can lose all sense of self and often reason.Autumn’s st...
2023-11-071h 37
Mormon.ishIs This What an LDS Schism Looks Like? Faith Matters Restore Conference 2023 with Randy BellOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, we sit down with the wonderful Randy Bell, the Master of Disaster, to talk about the recent Faith Matters: Restore conference held in Utah.Restore was an opportunity for faithful Latter Day Saints to spend a weekend restoring their faith with music, talks, community and more. It was attended by over 3500 people and had the look and feel of an Evangelical gathering according to those who were there to observe. Randy, Rebecca, and Landon discuss the significance of this type of conference that portrays a different type of Mormonism...
2023-11-031h 11
Mormon.ishIs It God or Your Brain: The Science Behind Near Death ExperiencesOn a special Halloween episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon delve into the world of Near Death Experiences, also known as NDEs.Near Death Experiences have taken center stage recently as we have learned more about the many people who claim to have had NDEs and those who have been influenced by them.Julie Row, Thom Harrison and the book, "Visions of Glory," Chad Daybell, the new Angel Studio movie, "Near Death," and more, are drawing a great deal of attention and we felt it was important to learn more. In the...
2023-10-311h 35
Mormon.ishLDS Church's $2 Million Dollar Donation To First Americans Museum GIVEN BACK?On this episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon delve into an interesting mystery involving a $2,000,000 donation given by the LDS church to the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.The donation was to be used to build a Family History Center in the museum. We recently learned that the Family History Center was never built and we put our sleuthing skills to the test as we try to find out more about the donation, it's purpose, why the Family History Center was not build, and what eventually happened to the $2M donation.We got...
2023-10-2736 min
Mormon.ishBig Update on the Cody, WY and Heber Valley TempleOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon give another update on both the Cody, WY and Heber Valley Temple situations with up to the minute newsBoth cities have active citizens' groups who are going through proper legal channels to try to change the proposed temple sites to locations more in line with zoning regulations and the look and feel of the town. The legislative process is heating up in both towns as the citizens’ groups file legal responses and voting continues. We will continue to provide updates as information becomes available. Cody...
2023-10-251h 36
Mormon.ishJoseph 2.0: Is Tim Ballard Using Joseph Smith's Playbook?Is Tim Ballard Joseph Smith 2.0? On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon explore the growing observation that Tim Ballard is a reincarnation of Joseph Smith himself. Many people can't help notice that several of the grooming and manipulation tactics that the female victims are alleging have a familiar ring to them. From using scripture to convince women to do things they wouldn't normally do, to claiming authorization from a higher power, to encouraging secrecy, there are seemingly many similarities and parallels. Join us as we compare and contrast and...
2023-10-121h 34
Mormon.ishFive Women File Lawsuit Against Tim Ballard and O.U.R.In this late breaking episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon read through the lawsuit filed yesterday by five women against Tim Ballard and the OUR organization.The lawsuit contains many new details and allegations we haven’t heard before, and a big picture starts to develop that we could only imagine.There’s so much more to try and understand about this situation, but the newly filed lawsuit does shed some light on this currently unfolding situation.How to Donate to Mormonish Podcast:We appreciate our Mormonish viewers and listeners so m...
2023-10-101h 04
Mormon.ishComic Fresh King Benjamin Gets Serious About Growing Up in PolygamyIn another comically insightful episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon continue our conversation with the talented and hilarious Ben Brown, known as Fresh King Benjamin. Ben grew up on a Mormon polygamist compound and started operating his family’s business, a bakery, at age 14. Ben gets serious as we discuss this darker aspect of growing up and provides some important and emotional insights. When Ben finally left polygamy he spent a decade building a successful online education company. Eventually he felt the call to pursue his dream to be a stand-up comic and has be...
2023-10-101h 24
Mormon.ishA Tale of Two Temples: Cody, WY and Heber Valley, UT Temple UpdatesOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon give updates on both the Cody, WY and Heber Valley Temple situations as they continue to play out!Both cities have active citizens' groups who are going through proper legal channels to try to change the proposed temple sites to locations more in line with zoning regulations and the look and feel of the town. It's very interesting to look at these two situations as a whole. The church is using very similar strategies in each city to make sure their planned temples are built as...
2023-10-031h 22
Mormon.ishTim Ballard's Divine Plan: "Capitalism to Converts"On this informative episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon delve deeper into what is known as Tim Ballard's "Whiteboard Meeting."In this 2019 meeting, Tim Ballard gathered his elite team of associates and investors to outline his plans and goals for the future. Each person had to sign an NDA to even be in the room.The plan was outlined on a whiteboard, also known as a dry erase board, and revealed many surprising details that caused several participants in the room to part ways with Tiim Ballard at that point. Not only...
2023-09-291h 02
Mormon.ishShame On You: LDS 12 Step Program Facilitator Speaks OutOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by James Hofheins, a former 12 Step Addiction Program facilitator for the LDS church.James discusses how facilitators are chosen and rarely have any kind of experience or training. He tells us more about how the 12 Step Programs work and how people who are referred to these programs often slip deeper into shame and guilt. James has a very interesting story himself and it was fascinating to delve deeper into the world of LDS therapy programs in general. In light of the...
2023-09-2654 min
Mormon.ishMormons and Psychics: Tim Ballard, O.U.R., and the Ghost of NephiOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon continue to dissect the events of the past week involving Tim Ballard and the LDS Church. In the most recent VICE article, we delve into the use of psychic, Janet Russon, who is channeling information from dead Book of Mormon prophet Nephi, to guide the rescue missions of OUR.Did donors know that the operations were guided by Nephi through a psychic? Did M. Russell Ballard, apostle of the LDS church, know about the use of the psychic? The twists and turns just keep coming and Mormonish is here to b...
2023-09-211h 11
Mormon.ishTotally Off The Rails: The Church vs. Tim BallardOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon unravel the events of the past week involving Tim Ballard and the LDS Church. In a statement in Vice Magazine, an LDS church spokesman publicly denounced Tim Ballard, founder of Our Underground Railroad and claimed he had very limited involvement with Apostle M. Russell Ballard, who Tim Ballard claims is a strong supporter of his organization and efforts. What follows is an ongoing story with so many twists and turns it's impossible to keep up! We try to sift through the information and bring you what's current and...
2023-09-191h 47
Mormon.ishMagic and Mormonism: Discussion of D. Michael Quinn's Early Mormonism and the Magic World ViewHave you read D. Michael Quinn's "Early Mormonism and the Magic World View?" On this episode of Mormonish, Landon and Rebecca present a discussion of Quinn's ground breaking book on early Mormonism and folk magic. This was a revolutionary concept when the first edition of the book was published in 1987. Very few members knew anything about the prevalence of folk magic and the occult in the early days of the church and it's importance in the Smith household itself. This book is a must read to truly understand the origins of the church. If you...
2023-09-121h 42Mormon.ishReligious Cult Survivors from "Shiny Happy People" Documentary Speak OutWere you shocked at the parallels between Mormonism and the "Shiny Happy People" documentary on Amazon? If you watched the documentary like we did, the similarities were impossible to ignore. On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon have a fascinating discussion with Lindsey Williams and Chad Harris, both survivors of the IBLP religious organization started by Bill Gothard. We highly recommend that you watch the documentary, "Shiny, Happy People" on Amazon Prime to understand the full scope of this high demand, high control religious movement and what survivors went through. Both...
2023-09-041h 32
Mormon.ishGospel Topics Essay Series: Translation of the Book of Mormon with the Backyard ProfessorOn another collaborative episode in The Gospel Topics Essays Series with The Backyard Professor, Rebecca and Landon dive into the Gospel Topics Essay, "Book of Mormon Translation." Most of us learned a narrative growing up in the church with a very specific story of how Joseph Smith learned about the golden plates, retrieved the plates, and translated the plates. In recent years, this narrative has been turned on it's head. The church essay claims that these new details have always been available to members and we must have misunderstood the information we were given in the past. Mormonish and...
2023-09-012h 08
Mormon.ishPost Mormon Dating in a Mormon World w/ Jarin Brophy, Meg GriffesWhat is it like to search for community as a young post Mormon? Mormonish has a very special guest on today's episode, Landon's son Jarin! Jarin is a post Mormon navigating the world of relationships, friendships, changing faith, and more in a predominantly LDS environment. Many of us have children, grandchildren, or friends who are in a similar situation. This interesting discussion delves into strategies for finding community and avoiding feelings of isolation as you move forward living your best life. Adding her voice to the conversation is Meg Griffes, a family life educator and CEO of "...
2023-08-221h 13
Mormon.ishLDS Church Sues and Financially Threatens Town: The Cody, WY Temple StoryWhat happens when the LDS church wants to build a temple in your town? In this episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon dig into the ongoing Cody, WY temple situation to uncover the tactics the church is using to manipulate the outcome.The new temple is slated to be built in a neighborhood not zoned for this type of structure. With concerns over traffic, dark skies, height requirements, and more, a group of citizens have formed “Preserve Our Cody Neighborhoods” to try to relocate the temple to a more appropriate site. The fight is heating up and emot...
2023-08-151h 36
Mormon.ishGospel Topics Essay Series: DNA and the Book of Mormon with the Backyard ProfessorOn another collaborative episode in The Gospel Topics Essays Series with The Backyard Professor, Rebecca and Landon dive into the Gospel Topics Essay, "DNA and Book of Mormon Studies" with special guest, anthropologist Dr. Thomas Murphy. Mormons of a certain age all grew up knowing that the Book of Mormon was a record of the Nephites and Lamanites who were the "principle" ancestors of the Native Americans today. In the last few decades, new DNA evidence has disputed this claim and caused the LDS church to make changes to this centuries old narrative. We are now told that the...
2023-08-112h 13
Mormon.ishBeyond God and Religion: A Discussion with Faith Transition Coach Kyle BishopOn this episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon sit down with the amazing Kyle Bishop, a faith transitions coach, whose organization "Beyond God and Religion" is helping people everyday to move past religious trauma and thrive in new lives. Kyle is a major presence on Tik ToK and Instagram as he works to help people move away from damaging belief systems and toward a new way of living that creates space for who you are amd what you actually believe. Kyle discusses his own faith transiton and the lesson he learned that allow him to help others let go...
2023-08-011h 11
Mormon.ishSam Young and LDS Child Protection Policy Changes: with Inside Out's Ian Wilks and Jim BennettIs the LDS church making progress when it comes to child protection? Mormonish podcast cohosts Rebecca and Landon are joined by the wonderful Sam Young from Protect Every Child, and Ian Wilks and Jim Bennett from Inside Out Podcast, to discuss the recent positive developments in church policy on background checks in the UK. Sam shares his story as he fought to implement changes to stop in appropriate bishop interviews with youth church wide over the last decade. And Ian shares the never before heard backstory of attempts to require background checks and protect children in the UK two...
2023-07-281h 30
Mormon.ishHow Will You Be Moral After You Have Left the ChurchCan you be a moral person once you’ve stepped away from your religion? This seems to be a question that is often asked about someone who has left their faith. On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, we dive into ethics and morality with our special guest, Widow’s Mite spokesperson, Professor Spencer Anderson. Spencer has recently appeared in the last of a three part Mormon Stories series on church finance and will soon appear on Mormonism Live to drop another financial bombshell from the Widow’s Mite. There are many ethical and moral questions they arise in these discus...
2023-07-2559 min
Mormon.ishGospel Topics Essay Series: Becoming Like God with the Backyard ProfessorOn another collaborative episode in The Gospel Topcs Essays Series with The Backyard Professor, Rebecca and Landon dive into the Gospel Topics Essay, Becoming Like God. Most of us grew up in the church with the narrative that we would someday become gods and create our own worlds. This was not something we misunderstood, but something that was taught in sunday school lessons, seminary, sacrament meeting talks, firesides, and more. In the past decades and especially recently, this idea has been discarded and sent down the memory hole as if it never existed. In this episode we delve into...
2023-07-141h 54
Mormon.ishGospel Topics Essay Series "Mother In Heaven" with the Backyard ProfessorOn another collaborative episode in The Gospel Topcs Essays Series with The Backyard Professor, Rebecca and Landon dive into the Gospel Topics Essay, Mother in Heaven. We discuss the sacred, not secret nature of Mother in Heaven, where we first hear mention of her, and what her role is. The idea of Mother in Heaven is gaining popularity and leaving both members and post Mormons wanting to know more. What is not said in the essay may be more important than what is said, which is very little. We found it fascinating to dive into this nebulous and little...
2023-07-071h 27
Mormon.ishNew Play Depicts History of the Mountain Meadows Massacre with Playwright Debora ThreedyOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon have a wonderful conversation with former law professor and play-wright Debora Threedy. Prior to becoming a law professor at the Univesity of Utah, Debora graduated and worked in theater. During her time in Utah, Debora delved into the hisotry of the region and stories from the past. The events at the Mountain Meadows Massacure on September 11, 1857 made a great impact on her. When she moved to the Mountain Meadows area of Utah she became even more immersed in the history and learned more about Juanita Brooks, a faithful member of the...
2023-07-0253 min
Mormon.ishGospel Topics Essay Series "Are Mormons Christian?" with the Backyard ProfessorOn another collaborative episode in The Gospel Topics Essays Series with The Backyard Professor, Rebecca and Landon dive into the Gospel Topics Essay, Are Mormons Christian? This is a question we hear more and more often with many different answers and perspectives. In this episode we explore what it even means to be Christian and learn more about the early Christian sects. Is there a single definition of being a Christian? Is being Christian subjective? This was an absolutely fascinating and often heated subject to delve into and we know you'll learn a lot from what we explore in...
2023-06-301h 45Mormon.ishMind-blowing New Archeology of the Mountain Meadows MassacreOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon interview the amazing Geoff Pingree, Emmy award winning documentary filmmaker, National Geographic photographer, writer, and Professor of Cinema Studies at Oberlin College. Geoff's journey from valedictorian at BYU and one of the founders of Provo's 7th East Press to post Mormon filmmaker, photographer, and professor, is absolutely fascinating. Many of you may have already heard of, or watched his wonderful documentary film, "The Return of Elder Pingree: Memoir of a Departed Mormon," which has had such an impact in the post Mormon world. In our interview, Geoff discusses his time...
2023-06-272h 24
Mormon.ishEmmy Award Winning Filmmaker and Post-Mormon Geoff Pingree: An Inside LookOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon interview the amazing Geoff Pingree, Emmy award winning documentary filmmaker, National Geographic photographer, writer, and Professor of Cinema Studies at Oberlin College. Geoff's journey from valedictorian at BYU and one of the founders of Provo's 7th East Press to post Mormon filmmaker, photographer, and professor, is absolutely fascinating. Many of you may have already heard of, or watched his wonderful documentary film, "The Return of Elder Pingree: Memoir of a Departed Mormon," which has had such an impact in the post Mormon world. In our interview, Geoff discusses his time...
2023-06-232h 08
Mormon.ishApostle for Hire: $250/plate Dinner Features Elder RasbandWhen is a fundraiser not a fundraiser? Recently an invitation surfaced inviting interested parties to a dinner where LDS apostle, Elder Rasband is the keynote speaker. The cost of the dinner is $250 a plate and it's sponsored by Scripture Central (formerly Book of Mormon Central.) Many people questioned the implication of the invitation and took to social media to discuss it. Is this a fundraiser that an apostle is speaking at? Mormonish cohosts Rebecca and Landon dive into the question as they research past Scripture Central fundraising events, changes in the online invitation during their investigation, the mission of...
2023-06-211h 12
Mormon.ishExmo Stake Presidency Member and Faithful Apologist Talk Church Hot TopicsCan faithful members and post Mormons find common ground? On this fascinating episode of Mormonish, cohosts Rebecca and Landon sit down with former bishop and stake presidency member, Ian Wilks and faithful apologist, Jim Bennett, to discuss their unlikely collaboration and new podcast “Inside Out.” Ian grew up in a coal mining town in Wales and his story of living on the streets and finding the church is just incredible, as is his eventual journey out of the faith. You really have to hear the story to believe it! Jim was raised in the church and is a practicing memb...
2023-06-201h 53
Mormon.ishThe Politics of Revelation: Lifting the Priesthood BanWhen is revelation simply policits? In this special rerelease of Mormonish Podcast, cohosts Rebecca and Landon discuss the LDS 1978 “revelation” to lift the Priesthood Ban. All of us are familiar with the epic revelation, but many don't realize there were decades of behind the scenes politics, infighting and lobbying by the Q15 at play before the Priesthood Ban was finally lifted. Many of the Q15 were vehemently opposed to the “revelation,” while others saw that it was the only way forward for the church and the behind the scenes story shines a light on the church, the politics, and the men t...
2023-06-141h 11
Mormon.ishGospel Topics Essay Series "Introduction to the Gospel Topics Essays" with the Backyard ProfessorOn a special collaborative series, Mormonish cohosts Rebecca and Landon team up the one and only Backyard Professor, Kerry Shirts for a deep dive into the LDS church’s Gospel Topics Essays! Using the book, “The LDS Gospel Topics Series: A Scholarly Engagement,” by Matthew L Harris and Newell G Bringhurst, we plan to explore each Gospel Topics Essay thoroughly and completely! So look for more episodes in this special Mormonish/BYP mega collaboration!! This episode covers the Introduction to the essays and delves into why they were written in the first place, how they were released, and what the re...
2023-06-092h 05
Mormon.ishMormon News of the Week with Mormonish and Mormon News Round UpOn this episode of Mormonish, cohosts Rebecca and Landon join forces again with Dives and Mormon News Roundup, to cover this week's news in the Mormon landscape. Alot of interesting things came out in the first week of June and we dig in and bring all the hard hitting info to our viewers on both programs. We also discuss Thrive Women's Conference and the Utah Pride Parade. It was a big weekend for Mormonish and we were so excited to have met so many of our viewers and listeners. We should also mention that we loved meeting several of...
2023-06-041h 42
Mormon.ishApologists Claim Patriarchal Blessing "Cures" Trans Young Adult with LGBTQ Advocate Melisa MonCan a patriarchal blessing give guidance on issues of gender? In this episode of Mormonish, cohosts Rebecca and Landon are joined by one of our favorite guests, LGBTQ advocate, Melisa Mons, as we discuss a presentation that was given last year at the FAIR Conference. Although the presentation was given a year ago, it was rereleased recently to advertise the upcoming FAIR Conference 2023. The presentation, titled, "Teaching and Communicating the Doctrine of the Family to the Rising Generation" was given by presenter, Carol Rice, and included a story about a trans young adult who received a patriarchal blessing which...
2023-06-021h 11
Mormon.ishWhat I Learned From My Five Moms: with Liz Phillips, Granddaughter of Polygamous Prophet Rulon AllredOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon have a wonderul conversation with our very good friend, Liz Phillips. Liz is the granddaughter of murdeed polygamist prophet, Rulan Allred. She grew up in polygamy, joined the mainstream LDS church as a teenager, and then lhad eft both as an adult. Liz talks about her upbringing in polygamy, her superwoman persona in the LDS church, and the challenges she faces now to raise her family without the roadmap of religion. Liz is a wise, wonderful and dynamic person that we can all learn a lot from. She's a truly s...
2023-05-301h 18
Mormon.ishLet's Talk LDS Church Finance with Canadian Tithing Whistleblower Nigel KennettOn a special financial update episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by Canadian tithing whistleblower, Nigel Kennett. In his profession as an accountant, Nigel stumbled upon the fact that the LDS church was sending $100,000,000 or more to BYU-Provo, BYU-Idaho, and BYU-Hawaii annually. After asking local leaders for clarification, he eventually took the information to a Canadian news program, The 5th Estate, which broadcasted an episode on LDS tithing in Canada. Nigel tell us about his life as a faithful member up until his discovery, which put him on a path that changed his life and shone...
2023-05-261h 20
Mormon.ishLawyer for Ensign Peak Whistleblower Speaks Out About 60 Minutes EpisodeShould the IRS investigate the LDS Church's wealth? On this episode of Mormonish, cohosts Rebecca and Landon dissect the recent statement made by Ensign Peak whistleblower, David Nielsen's lawyer, Michael Sullivan, in response to the 60 Minutes Episode. This statement clearly outlines the position both whistleblower David Nielsen and his lawyer take regarding the claims the church made on 60 Minutes and the puts forward the reasons the IRS needs to proceed with an investigation. We also reference a recent Salt Lake Tribune article on the same topic, "Pressure builds to investigate LDS Church wealth" by Tony Semerad, which discusses the...
2023-05-2244 min
Mormon.ishChurch vs State Corruption, Deceit, Power, and Influence on the Road to StatehoodHow involved is the LDS church in Utah politics? Has it always been this way? In a recent LDS Conference talk, we learned about President of the Seventy, B. H. Roberts and his run for an 1895 congressional seat. At odds with the brethren over the church’s interference with the election, he was suspended from ecclesiastical office and eventually forced to sign The Political Manifesto of 1895 or face excommunication. Mormonish Podcast cohosts Rebecca and Landon are joined again by church history buff, Master Peace (Ron Yorgason), as we delve deeper into the ongoing conflict between church and state as Ut...
2023-05-191h 54
Mormon.ishWhat Did We Learn From the 60 Minutes EpisodeHow did you feel about the 60 Minutes interview on LDS church finances that just aired? On this episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon discuss the recent 60 Minutes segment featuring former Ensign Peak employee and whistleblower, David Neilsen's first ever on camer interview. We take a deep dive into the church's response to the accusation of misuse of funds, and dissect statements made by Bishop W. Chrisopher Wallen, who represented the LDS church in the segment. We also take an indepth look at response articles, podcasts, and the church's own statement following the interview. We especially pay attention to an...
2023-05-171h 18
Mormon.ishKidnapped! A Former LDS Missionary's Ordeal in Colombia with Todd MarkIn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Landon and Rebecca talk with extraordinarily interesting Todd Mark, bird watcher and world traveler extraordinaire! Todd's story is absolutely fascinating as we discuss being a convert to the LDS faith as a child, attending BYU and serving a mission as more of an atheist than a believer. Once he returned from his mission, he became a world traveler and adventurer which led to probably the most pivital experience of his life, being kidnapped and held against his will in Colombia in the late 1990s. Todd's story is a story of survival against the o...
2023-05-111h 37
Mormon.ishAttacked: New Faithful Website Goes After Post Mormon Podcasters' FinancesNew faithful website attacks post Mormon podcasters’ finances! On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, cohosts Rebecca and Landon and special guest, The Backyard Professor, explore a new faithful website called Answering LDS Critics (answeringldscritics.com). This website is dedicated to “Revealing the Strategies of LDS Church Critics and Addressing Their Accusations.” The site has many links to LDS apologetic resources and materials and features an article called, “Making Money with Anti-Mormonism - A Critical Look at LDS Critics.” The article promotes the idea that post Mormon thought leaders and podcasters are only in it for the money, and actually destroy fa...
2023-05-091h 52
Mormon.ishLGBTQ+ Mom Speaks Out Against Possible Church Handbook Changes with Melisa MonsOn a very special episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon sit down with our good friend, Melisa Mons to discuss the potential "November 15th" like General Handbook policy chaanges regarding the transgender community. These changes have been discussed on social media on multiple platforms. Melisa is in a mixed faith marriage and the parent of a transgender child. She is an outspoken advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, and shares her empassioned plea for understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ+ youth in the church by members and leadership. Melisa is a wonderful, caring individual who works tirelessly to support this community...
2023-05-051h 22
Mormon.ishWhat Mormons Don't Know About the Virgin BirthWe all know the story of the Virgin Birth? But do we? Mormonish cohosts Rebecca and Landon dig deeper into the origins of the virgin birth story to analyze it's validity and learn more about the mythology around it. This episode was orginally released in 2022, but we are re-releasing it now in tandum with a Backyard Professor episode we will be doing on Thursday night (May 4th, 2023), covering the Gospel Topic Essary, "Are Mormons Christian?" This was a fascinating topic to research and we learned a lot, we hope you will too.
2023-05-021h 08
Mormon.ishBill Reel Gets Real: Psychedelics, Sexuality, and Discovering Your Authentic SelfOn this episode of Mormonish podcast, cohosts Rebecca and Landon speak with the fascinating and extremely knowledgeable Bill Reel. Bill delves into the topics he feels passionate about such as psychedelics, human sexuality, the mythology of humankind, finding your authentic self on the other side of Mormonism and more! We absolutely loved getting to know Bill better and honestly, could have kept taping for hours! It was a complete pleasure to interview Bill and we know you’ll find this episode as fascinating as we did!Please check out Bill’s shows at https://mormondiscussions.org
2023-04-281h 53Mormon.ishFrom Mormon to MermaidOn this episode of Mormonish, cohosts Rebecca and Landon talk to a real live mermaid! Or at least the next best thing! Our guest is the wonderful, multiple award winning author, Lorelei Kay! We have a wonderful time discussing her award winning book, “From Mormon to Mermaid: One Woman’s Voyage from Oppression to Freedom!” And learning more about her personal faith journey and her adventures in and out of Mormonism. If you’re looking for something awesome to read this summer, we highly recommend this enchanting, whimsical memoir that hits very close to home for most of us!**H...
2023-04-251h 00
Mormon.ishLet's Talk About ThriveMormonish is thrilled to team up with Thrive in this special public service announcement announcing “Thrive Women’s Conference” coming up Friday, June 2nd and Sunday, June 3rd! Cohosts Landon and Rebecca sit down with organizers, Nan Osborne and Rebecca Peterson to discuss the importance of the Thrive organization and all the exciting details of the upcoming Thrive Women’s Conference at Weber State University in Ogden, UT. This two day conference is going to be absolutely amazing with a wonderful lineup of speakers, events, activities, community building and more! Please click on the links below to get tickets and find...
2023-04-2335 min
Mormon.ishWe're Not Having A Mormon Funeral: A Life Celebration with Rene SteelmanThis week on Mormonish Podcast, Landon and Rebecca spend some time getting to know the wonderful Rene Steelman! Rene is an amazing woman with many life experiences we can all learn from. We discuss her sucessful podcast, "She Became Visible" gives a platform to women who are thriving and doing wonderful things in their communitieis. We also learned more about Rene's life, family and philosophy in this very engaging conversation. We thendiscuss the sensitve topic of the recent death of Rene's son. Rene tells us about her wish to not have an LDS funeral, although many family members might e...
2023-04-211h 05
Mormon.ishBrad Wilcox and the Lord's Cruise ShipIn the special bonus episode of Morminish podcast, Landon and Rebecca discuss the recent Brad Wilcox graduation address given at BYU Idaho. This is a very interesting speech by Brother Wilcox, and with so much attention given it to it on social media, Landon and Rebecca weigh in on his pivotal celestial cruise ship analogy and more!
2023-04-1828 min
Mormon.ishNavigating a Mixed Faith Marriage with Anthony D. MillerHow can you describe to someone what going through a faith transition feels like? And how can you successfully navigate the pain and heartache of a mixed faith marriage? On this week's episode of Mormonish Podcast, coshost Rebecca and Landon sit down with the wonderful Anthony D.Miller to discuss his insights and wisdom on going through his own personal faith journey. Anthony is very well known for a 2022 TedX talk he gave describing a Mormon faith crisis journey. This presentation was monumental in helping others understand the overwhelming nature of going through this type of transition. Anthonly has...
2023-04-141h 36
Mormon.ishWhere Do We Go After We Die? With Kelsey B. ReynoldsHow do we talk to children about death in the absense of a specific religious tradition? In a special episode of Mormonish, Landon and Rebecca talk with children's author Kelsey B. Reynolds about her new book, "Where Do We Go After We Die?" Kelsey's beautifully self illustrated book explores the endless possibilities that exist when you ask the question, "What comes next?!" Her book gives children and adults a chance to read about and discuss a topic that can sometimes be difficult or frightening. Her gorgeous watercolor illustrations and simple prose make the topic very accessible in a wonderfully...
2023-04-0750 min
Mormon.ishLet's Talk About Post-Mormon Sex with Dr. Darrel RayMormonish Podcast co hosts Rebecca and Landon sit down with the always knowledgeable and entertaining, Dr. Darrell Ray in this fascinating episode. Dr Ray is an Organizational psychologist and author who focuses on topics such as secular sexuality, and the treatment of religion-induced trauma. Dr. Ray also founded the non-profit organization Recovering from Religion as well as the Secular Therapy Project. We first met Dr. Ray when our post Mormon virtual reading group, The Good Book Club, read Dr. Ray’s mind blowing book “Sex and God: How Religion Distorts Sexuality” and had him talk to the group. We are so...
2023-03-311h 32
Mormon.ishGeneral Conference Predictions Update: ChinaOn this special abbreviated episode of Mormonish Podcast, cohosts Landon and Rebecca add a few more predictions to their original Mormonish conference predictions episode that aired recently! Based on new information from breaking new stories, we’re updating our predictions!
2023-03-2815 min
Mormon.ishLDS General Conference April 2023 PredictionsIn this episode of Mormonish, cohosts Rebecca and Landon delve into "Conference and rumors of Conference!" With April 2023 General Conference on the horizon, we sent out a request for conference predictions and rumors and we recieved over 400 responses! After sifting through all of your replies, we're bringing you the top predictions for LDS General Conference April 2023! We hope you enjoy this insighful and humorour discussion, we had a lot of fun putting it together! Please add your additional predictions in the comments on this episode, we'd love to hear from you!
2023-03-241h 04Mormon.ishTaking on the SEC Fine: The Good Shepherds Speak OutIn this bonus episode of Mormonish Podcast, cohosts Rebecca and Landon discuss the recent SEC fine against the LDS church with Christopher Metz and David Nolan, the writer/directors of "The Good $hepherd$," a musical about LDS tithing and finances that debuted last summer. The mega talented Christopher Metz and David Nolan developed the musical to shine a light on how the LDS church uses it's tithing funds and donations, with a message that "they can do better." The themes explored in the musical have never been more relevant than they are today, as recent events involving an SEC...
2023-03-221h 08
Mormon.ishLDS Church Response to SEC Fine DebunkedIn this episode of Mormonish, Landon and Rebecca are back talking about church finance! In a previous Mormonish episode they presented data on what TBMs thought of the recent SEC ruling and fine placed on the LDS church! It seems that the church also received questions from faithful members on this topic because ironically, on March 10, 2023, the LDS church published a topic essay titled, “Church Finance!” The little known essay is meant to put everyone’s mind at ease and reassure members that there has been no financial impropriety, now or ever, in the church. Join us as we debunk the...
2023-03-171h 41
Mormon.ishNathan Smith: Fair Mormon Apologist, Missionary PTSD Survivor, Post Mormon PodcasterIn this episode, Mormonish Podcast cohosts Rebecca and Landon visit with Nathan Smith of "Mind Makes This World Podcast." Nathan is an absolutely wonderful and unique individual! As a teenager he was actually an apologist for Fair Mormon and helped provide answers to many people who were struggling with their faith. During that time he went through his own faith transition, yet still decided to serve an LDS mission. While on his mission, he had many life-changing experiences that resulted in PTSD and some pretty serious trauma. Finding his way back from that led Nathan to explore eastern spiritual...
2023-03-101h 17
Mormon.ishSEC Fines LDS Church: What Do TBM's Think?On a special “investigative reporting” episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon comb through social media to find out what faithful members of the church are saying about the recent SEC fine against the LDS Church and Ensign Peak Advisors. Drawing on comments, posts, videos and more, we gain a larger picture of how TBMs are explaining the fines and the SEC ruling to themselves and others. Our findings reveal some interesting patterns as we delve further into the topic. What does the SEC fine really mean? And what do TBMs think it means? We’d love to know what you...
2023-03-031h 02
Mormon.ishRonald's Little Factory: LDS Sexual Purity Culture with Director Brent BokovoyMormonish Podcast discusses “Ronald's Little Factory, a post Mormon movie premier this weekend! Rebecca and Landon sit down with writer and director, Brent Bokovoy to discuss the premier of his new film, “Ronald’s Little Factory!” Ronald's Little Factory is a dark comedy about a 19-year-old Mormon boy who handcuffs his hands to his bedpost to keep himself from sinning...but then becomes stuck. The movie is an irreverent, funny, dark and twisted journey that highlighted the serious consequences of religious purity culture that many of us can relate to through our experiences growing up in the L...
2023-02-2555 min
Mormon.ishDisinherited For Leaving Mormonism: Janice Formichella's New Life TodayIn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Landon and Rebecca sit down with the amazing Janice Formicello of "Ex-Philes" podcast! Janice has an incredible story of determination, resilience and making life joyful despite very difficult circumstances once she left Mormonism. We delve into her experiences growing up in the LDS church at the mercy of "bishop roulette," and her time in the Young Womens' program with a very surprising end. We also talk with her about her time at BYU and the pivitol decisions she made there, as well as her family dynamics as a post Mormon. Janice now heads...
2023-02-171h 16
Mormon.ishEmma, A Woman Scorned: The Heartbreak of Polygamy with Ron YorgasonThis week's episode of Mormonish Podcast is a SPECIAL VALENTINE'S DAY EDITION as Landon and Rebecca sit down with Ron Yorganson to do a deeper dive than usual into Joseph Smith's polygamous relationships and more importantly, Emma's documented perspective on each one. Ron is a brilliant historian who focuses on the quirky, unusual and little known stories of Mormon history. He recently started creating hilarious retro newspaper memes that provide humorous comnentary on Mormonism of the past. You can check out "Mormon Weekly News" on Instagram @vintageexmo and some were recently posted by RFM on his Facebook page. We...
2023-02-102h 15
Mormon.ishThe Mystical and Magical MoniqueThis week on Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon, sit down with the wonderful Dr. Monique Derr to discuss gravitating away from the gospel in the heart of Mormonism and what that means. Monique is an actress, vocalist, fundraiser, humanitarian, journalist, human rights activist and all around awesome person! She also has a PhD in Human Science and teaches at Utah Valley University and Salt Lake Community College. Monique's story is wonderfully unique and we were excited to spend time talking with her. You'll have to excuse all the laughing, we totally blame Monique.If you want to...
2023-02-031h 04
Mormon.ishMeet Rod and Nan Osborne from the Hulu Docuseries, "Mormon No More"Landon and Rebecca had the great pleasure to welcome Rod and Nan Osborne to Mormonish podcast this week. Rod and Nan were featured on the Hulu docuseries "Mormon No More" last spring. "Mormon No More" is a wonderful documentary that details the stories of several individuals as they deconstruct their faith. Rod and Nan's daughter Sally and her relationship with her new partner Lena, was one of the significant stories in the program. In our conversation, Rod and Nan discuss how they met, raising their family, their personal faith journeys, the amazing and wonderful projects they are involved in...
2023-01-271h 15
Mormon.ishEP10: Hoozier Daddy? The Life and Times of Elder BrophyOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Landon and Rebecca discuss the upcoming documentary screening of "The Return of Elder Pingree: Memoir of a Departed Mormon." This beautiful documentary film from Emmy award winning documentary film from Emmy award winning documentary filmmaker Geoff Pingree will be showing at a free screening at Brewvies Cinema Pub in Salt Lake on February 13th starting at 6 PM MT. Geoff Pingree will be joining us for a meet and greet, Q&A and to watch the film with us. We also have a special message from Geoff in this episode.Inspired by...
2023-01-211h 21
Mormon.ishPolitics of Revelation: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Lifting of the 1978 Priesthood BanWith Martin Luther King Day coming up on Monday, Landon and Rebecca of Mormonish Podcast, discuss the LDS revelation to lift the Priesthood Ban that was revealed in June of 1978. All of us are familiar with the revelation, but many don't realize there were decades of behind the scenes politics, infighting and lobbying by the Q15 at play before the Priesthood Ban was finally lifted. Join us as we delve into the little know backstory of how the "The Revelation" finally came to be.
2023-01-131h 11
Mormon.ishRFM Narrates "Twas the Night Before Christmas in Old Nauvoo (an Exmo Tale)" a Christmas Greeting from MormonishRFM Narrates "Twas the Night Before Christmas in Old Nauvoo" a Christmas greeting written by Rebecca Bibliotheca and Landon Brophy from Mormonish. This is a tale of how Christmas in Nauvoo would be if it were occupied by critically thinking Ex-mormons! It incorporates references that only ex-mormons will understand so try to identify all of the references to stories of Joseph Smith. Merry Christmas!
2022-12-2107 min
Mormon.ishOh Christmas Steve, Oh Christmas Steve: A Holiday Conversation with Steven PynakkerIn this episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon talk have a holiday discussion with Steven Pynakker of Mormon Book Reviews and Mormon Media Reviews podcast.
2022-12-091h 11
Mormon.ishTraditions of Their Fathers: Take 'Em or Leave 'EmJust in time for the holidays, Rebecca and Landon discuss how to negotiate the holidays and various family traditions as a post or nuanced Mormon. This discussion is intended to give our listeners alternative ideas for celebrating traditions which may no longer be relative to your life and to help our listeners find new ideas for introducing new rituals and ceremonies into their lives as they find joy on the other side of Mormonism.
2022-11-2551 min
Mormon.ishMeet the Mormonish{es}Meet the Mormonish{es} your hosts for the Mormonish podcast Rebecca and Landon. They introduce themselves and their new podcast which is intended for people who see Mormonism in the rear view mirror and is now focusing on other life activities. We explore where people are putting their energies now that they are not as much a part of Mormonism.
2022-11-1840 min