Best Sebastian Hell Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 149 - IT (1990) Part 2 - Must See Stephen King Clown Horror 1:30:16

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Spooky Season has begun as we reach Halloween month and Cast Me To Hell are beginning our season of Stephen King on Film - Beginning with a TV Film cult class in 1990's hit adaptation of IT starring Tim Curry. This is also a contender in our long running Must See Horror feature as we discuss the film across it's two parts. This week we will be intr…

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Episode 148 - IT (1990) Part 1 - Must See Stephen King Clown Horror 1:50:56

2d ago1:50:56

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Spooky Season has begun as we reach Halloween month and Cast Me To Hell are beginning our season of Stephen King on Film - Beginning with a TV Film cult class in 1990's hit adaptation of IT starring Tim Curry. This is also a contender in our long running Must See Horror feature as we discuss the film across it's two parts. This week we will be intr…

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The Base Creates - Episode 6 - Howard Barker - Inconsistency is the first law of reality. 1:22:46

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Howard Barker is a playwright, poet, painter, director, designer and essayist. He is, in many people's opinion, our greatest living playwright. His work is extremely difficult to categorise. He has coined the term Theatre of Catastrophe and has argued for the reintroduction of the tragic mode. His style is unique - poetic, tragic, speculative, full…

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Episode 147 - Favourite Horror Directors 1:15:10

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This week we return on the eve of our spooky season beginning and bring you a round up of some of our favourite horror directors. We discuss a variety of directors filmographies and what we love about them and the stories they have given t the horror community. We link in with some modern, underrated and all time masters of horror with links to our…

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Episode 146 - House of Wax (1953) - Must See Horror 1:17:22

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This week we return to our Must See Horror feature with the Vincent Price classic House of Wax. We delve into the classic horror of this first in eye popping 3D cinema. We discuss the film as a Must See Top 100 horror film, alongside it's incredible set pieces, interesting twists and elements of the macabre in the words of Price himself. So join us…

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Episode 145 - Dario Argento's Tenebrae (1982) - Video Nasties Italian Horror 1:29:17

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This week we return to our Video Nasties feature with Dario Argento's Tenebrae (1982). We delve into the video nasties of Italian horror dealing with themes of violence towards women, sexual humiliation, fetish, homosexuality and masculinity. We discuss Tenebrae's book inspired murders and how the film was received around the world due to its contr…

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Episode 144 - Friday The 13th (2009) - Must See Horror 1:14:08

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Its Friday The 13th and its a good time to return to our Must See Horror list. In Episode 7 of our podcast we reviewed the Original F13 (go check it our) so in in it's place we review the remake. We discuss the film impact within the franchise, the divisive nature of the film approaches to Jason and whether or not the original does deserve its plac…

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Episode 143 - The Funhouse (1981) - Video Nasties 1:21:18

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This week we return to our Video Nasties feature and we have our first case of mistaken identity, a film that went through possible prosecution in Britain only for most within the film community to find it had been mistaken for a far more controversial film. We discuss Tobe Hoppers The Funhouse (1981) in depth and talk about tis relation to other f…

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The Base Creates - Episode 5 - Steven Berkoff - The Last Rebel Alive 1:43:07

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We talk to Steven Berkoff about his life and work. Steven Berkoff was born on the 3rd of August 1937. He is an English actor, author, playwright, theatre practitioner and theatre director. He is a towering figure in the dramatic world. Steven takes us through his earliest memories and tells us what he would do to pull the dramatic arts out of a 'qu…

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Episode 142 - In a Violent Nature (2024) - Summer Slasher Season 1:16:09

2M ago1:16:09

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This Week we reach the conclusion of our Summer Slasher Season as we hit the Twenty Twenties and bring ourselves up to date with a modern divisive slasher film - In A Violent Nature (2024). We discuss the divisive and controversial aspects of the film including the POV of the killer style, the long shots of walking following the killers and that Yo…

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Episode 141 - Alien Romulus (2024) Review 2:01:57

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This week we are back and straight from the cinema with our chests ready to burst from Fede Alvarez's Alien Romulus. For the first 20 minutes we are spoiler free, so come and listen before you see the film, then come back and listen as we delve deeper into spoilers. We talk about the homage Alvarez's pays to the franchise as a whole and whether som…

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Episode 140 - MaXXXine (2024) Review - Ti West X Trilogy 1:26:08

2M ago1:26:08

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This week we close out a much beloved modern horror trilogy with Ti West's X Trilogy's conclusion MaXXXine (2024). We discuss the our own divisive expectations for this conclusion by linking back to the common themes within X and Pearl. We look at the positives and negatives of this concluding chapter and how it relates to the previous films in the…

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Episode 139 - Stiches (2012) - Summer Slasher Season - Killer Clown Irish Comedy 1:19:59

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This week we follow our slasher delve into the noughties now with a step into the twenty tens with Irish Horror Comedy Stiches (2012). We discuss this niche largely unknown clown horror Stiches starring northern comedian Ross Noble. A first time viewing for Seb and Robbie we look at its status as a slasher, as a dark comedy and how it's low budget …

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The Base Creates - Episode 4 - Sebastian Milbank - The Faustian Man. 1:24:05

2M ago1:24:05

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We sit down with Sebastian Milbank to discuss his thoughts on Goethe's Faust Part 1. Sebastian is a writer and Executive Editor of the magazine The Critic. Sebastian gave a response to our staged reading of Faust Part 1 in March in St Bartholomew the Great's church in Smithfield in London. We talk about why Goethe was so drawn to this myth and what…

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Episode 138 - High Tension (2003) - Summer Slasher Season 1:21:36

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Summer Slasher Season reaches the early noughties with 2003's Haute Tension (High Tension) or for those that prefer more on the nose titles Switchblade Romance. We discuss this controversial French horror thriller that is often cited for it's divisive twist that many believe ruins a fantastic suspense filled modern slasher. The CMTH Boys come in to…

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The Base Creates - Episode 3 - Dominic Frisby - Who pays for Theatre? 1:06:38

3M ago1:06:38

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We talk to Dominic Frisby about the financial subsidy system in the Theatrical world and the dramatic world at large. We talk about how art is paid for and what other systems might be possible. Dominic Frisby is writer and a performer. He has written numerous books about economic philosophy and has an incredibly popular Substack. He has vast experi…

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The Base Creates - Episode 2 - Esmé Partridge - Who is Prometheus? 1:09:42

3M ago1:09:42

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We talk to Esmé about Prometheus. We discuss Aeschylus's play Prometheus Bound, what the Promethean myth might mean and how Plato might think about the dramatic form. Esmé Lily Katherine Partridge is a writer and consultant working at the intersection of religion, philosophy and politics. She holds a First Class BA in the Study of Religions from SO…

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Episode 137 - Longlegs (2024) 1:26:01

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This week we come at you straight from the cinema with a transformed Nicholas Cage horror thriller Longlegs. The first 15 minutes are spoiler free for those who still want to make up their minds on the film. Then we launch our longlegs into the big spoilers of the film. We discuss the film's cinematic equivalents, the key performances and the divis…

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Episode 136 - I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997) - Summer Slasher Season 1:34:00

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We continue Summer Slasher Season with the most obvious choice for a Summer Slasher and a modern horror classic - I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997). We discuss the impact of writer Kevin Williamson in 90's slashers, the sequels spawned and the more thriller aspect of this modern teen slasher. We also return to a point raised previously in Cast…

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Episode 135 - Sleepaway Camp (1983) - Summer Slasher Season 1:40:44

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We are back and hitting one of the biggest and most controversial hit in horror or in all of film. We begin our Summer Slasher Season with the cult classic Sleepaway Camp (1983). Following our discussion of Summer Slashers (If you did check out that episode, go back and listen!) we delve into a season of slasher films released, set in or enjoyed du…

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Episode 134 - Summer Slashers - Horror Recommendations 1:05:39

4M ago1:05:39

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This week we begin our Summer Slashers season of Films by introducing a range of Summer Slashers you may want to check out this summer season. Seb and Robbie choose 3 slasher films each with a relation to summer and discuss their reasons for chooses these different slice and dice horrors. Discussing well known favourites, forgotten gems and unknown…

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Episode 133 - Shaun of The Dead - 20th Anniversary 1:19:30

4M ago1:19:30

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This week we return with a British Horror Comedy Classic; Shaun of the Dead (2004). This year is the 20th Anniversary of what on to be the first in a Cornetto Trilogy of classic horror / Sci-fi Comedies. We discuss the film's legacy within British horror and the following work of Edgar Wright within the Cornetto Trilogy. We talk about it's impact w…

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The Base Creates - Episode 1 - Nina Power - Hell is other people? 57:53

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We discuss Sartre's play 'No Exit' with Nina Power. Nina was our speaker in our December 2023 performance of Sartre's classic play. Nina takes us through some key ideas in existentialist thinking and explores with us what Sartre might have been asserting about the human condition. The Base Creates is a new production company founded by Oliver Benne…

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Episode 132 - Sting (2024) - Spoiler Review 1:03:35

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This week we bring you our Spoiler review of Sting (2024). Following on from our straight from the cinema spoiler free episode (check it out first), we delve deeper into the film and talk about those must see moments for those who have seen this tonally mixed giant spider creature feature. We delve into fellow spider movies like Arachnophobia and E…

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Sting (2024) - Spoiler Free Review 27:50

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This week we are back and straight from the cinema after seeing The latest spider creature feature that is Sting (2024). In this spoiler-free short episode we discuss the highlights of the film, the actors performances and the genre of spider horror movies. We will return on Monday with the Full Spoiler review episode discussing Sting in more depth…

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Episode 131 - The Strangers: Chapter 1(2024) - Spoiler Review 1:24:18

5M ago1:24:18

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This week we bring you our Spoiler review of The Strangers Chapter 1 (2024). Following on from our straight from the cinema spoiler free episode (check it out first), we delve deeper into the film and talk about those must see moments for those who have seen this prequel, remake, reboot, sequel...who knows what but it starts a trilogy. We talk abou…

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The Strangers: Chapter 1 (2024) - Spoiler Free Review 25:51

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This week we are back and straight from the cinema after seeing The beginning of a new trilogy in The Strangers Chapter 1. In this spoiler-free short episode we discuss the highlights of the film, the actors performances and the terrible deja-vu feeling if you've watched the original film. We will return on Monday with the Full Spoiler review episo…

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Episode 130 - Skinamarink (2022) - Divisive Horror Films 59:29

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This week we return to our divisive horrors feature, looking at the horror films that cause a stir in good and bad ways and films that you either love them or hate them. The Cast Me to Hell boys are here to decide if this divisive horror is a modern artistic masterpiece or a mind numbing bore. Skinamarink (2022) is an experimental horror film in th…

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Episode 129 - Van Helsing (2004) - 20th Anniversary Monster Movie 1:32:23

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This week we return celebrating for some a much loved classic and for others a throw away monster mash up from 20 years ago this very week. We are looking back at Van Helsing (2004) on it's 20th Anniversary. We discuss our own history of this film with Robbie loving this nostalgic monster movie in his teens and Seb never really understanding the fu…

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Episode 128 - The Fly (1986) - Must See Horror 1:19:37

6M ago1:19:37

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This week we return to our Must See Horror feature and this week we are each deciding on the 1986 David Cronenberg classic The Fly. We discuss is status as a classic horror and a well received remake of another Vincent Price classic. We delve into the key elements of the film including how it subverts in some ways your expectations for the film and…

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1901: BYU Black Menace Leaves Mormon Church Over Racism - Sebastian Stewart-Johnson 4:56:32

6M ago4:56:32

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Get ready for an explosive and unfiltered look at life as a Black student at BYU! Sebastian takes us on a wild ride as he dishes about the viral rise of his "Black Menaces" group, a provocative movement that fearlessly called out racism within Mormon culture. From protests that sparked national headlines to tense confrontations with horrified churc…

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1900: No Nonsense Spirituality w/ Britt Hartley 2:11:00

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Today we are excited to announce the launch of an exciting new book: No Nonsense Spirituality: All the Tools, No Faith Required, by Britt Hartley. Please join us to discuss the book, and to ask your questions about nihilism and spirituality after religion. No Nonsense Spirituality Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous D…

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Episode 127 - Abigail (2024) - Spoiler Review 1:00:28

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This week we bring you our Spoiler review of Radio Silence's Abigail. Following on from our straight from the cinema spoiler free episode (check it out first), we delve deeper into the film and talk about those must see moments for those who have seen this vampire ballerina film. We talk about the great cast there best moments, the unexpected level…

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Abigail (2024) - Spoiler Free Review 26:02

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This week we are back and straight from the cinema after seeing Radio Silence's Abigail (2024). In this spoiler free short episode we discuss the highlights of the film, the actors performances and the horrifying ballerina moments without giving away any of those big moments. We will return on Monday with our Spoiler episode discussing Abigail in m…

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1889: Mormons REACT to Chad Daybell's Explosive Trial Defense w/ @HiddenTrueCrime 3:22:54

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Together with Hidden True Crime, we will analyze Chad Daybell's LDS Faith based defense on his criminal trial. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platfo…

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1888: Deconstructing Mormonism in a Mixed-Faith Marriage: Summur-Rayn Berrett Pt. 2 2:41:15

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Just when you thought Summur's faith transition couldn't get any more intense, buckle up for a mind-blowing ride in part 2. From uncovering disturbing details in the Gospel Topics Essays that left her questioning everything she knew, to grappling with the church's dishonesty about its history and finances, to watching her oldest daughter develop sc…

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1887: Returning to Mormonism after Falling Away - Summur-Rayn Berrett Pt. 1 3:28:47

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What happens when a multiracial woman raised in a loving family that valued advocacy, positivity, and education joins the Mormon church? Summur's fascinating journey takes you from her NFL player father desegregating a team, to her mother fiercely protecting her from bullies and racism. Despite nurturing experiences at home, Summur faced harsh judg…

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1886: Are the 3 Witnesses to the Book of Mormon Credible? w/ LDS Discussions 3:25:24

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Julia, Nemo, and Mike are back to discuss the varying accounts of the three men who supposedly saw Joseph's "gold plates" that eventually became the Book of Mormon. What did they say about what they REALLY saw? Episode Show Notes Youtube Link Nemo the Mormon - YouTube Nemo the Mormon - TikTok Nemo the Mormon - Instagram Analyzing Mormonism - YouTub…

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1885: Book of Mormon Evidence? Saudi Gold Plates are Forgeries w/ Bible Scholar Dan McClellan 1:11:09

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Last week Book of Mormon apologists declared victory when it was revealed on an evangelical Christian podcast that ancient gold plates were allegedly discovered in Saudi Arabia - in their minds, validating the Joseph Smith/Gold Plates/Book of Mormon/Nephites narrative. Today Bible scholar Dan McClellan returns to Mormon stories to show us the evide…

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1884: LDS General Conference April 2024 Review w/ Nemo 1:53:04

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Join us as Nemo the Mormon reviews with us the highlights and lowlights from the April 2024 LDS General Conference. Nemo watches LDS General Conference so that you don't have to. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring don…

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Episode 126 - The First Omen Spoiler Review - 666 Omen Prequel 56:12

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Following on from our spoiler free review (check it out for more context within this episode) We know bring you all the big spoilers and in depth discussion of the key areas that worked and didn't work within this prequel to the masterpiece that is The Omen (1976). We discuss the films horror influences, the cast and the links to the original film …

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The First Omen - Spoiler Free - The Omen Prequel 28:13

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Straight from the cinema we are back with our Spoiler Free short review of The First Omen. Prequel to on of our favourite horrors The Omen, find out our thoughts on this religious horror prequel. Once you've seen the film come and tell us your thoughts and check out our Spoiler Episode releasing on Monday. You can find us @cmthpodcast on twitter an…

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1883: Mormons Explain Ruby Franke's Journal - w/ Julie Louise @julielouise1975 2:32:25

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In today's episode, we are diving into some of the most shocking Mormon-themed entries from Ruby Franke's journal with the well-known true crime and news TikTokker, Julie Louise. Gerardo and John will break down the journal's themes, looking at how they tie back to Latter-day Saint doctrine and practices. Julie knows the Franke/Hildebrandt story in…

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1882: David Archuleta's Hell Together, Women and Garments, Vegas Temple Payoffs | Newscast 015 1:58:17

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In this week's program, we take a look at the return to past instruction on the Mormon Undergarment as the new status quo and take a look at the aftermath of the Church's misstep on female Power & Authority. The newest creation of David Archuleta as well as other Mormon News will round out the show! Don't forget to like and subscribe! LDS temple ga…

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1881: Isaiah & Mormonism - David Bokovoy Pt. 5 2:29:59

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David Bokovoy delves into Isaiah's significance in Mormon scripture, prophecy, and current events with an emphasis on understanding biblical prophets as social critics, not predictors of distant future events. We discuss scholarly debates on Isaiah's authorship and anachronistic references like brass plates, clarifying that the writings of Isaiah a…

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1880: Do Mormon Women have More Power & Authority than Those of Other Faiths? 1:22:05

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In a recent broadcast, one of the top female leaders of the Mormon church made the following statement, “There is no other religious organization in the world that I know of, that has so broadly given power and authority to women.” (J. Anette Dennis, 1st Counselor in the LDS Church Relief Society General Presidency). Please join Amy McPhie Allebest…

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Episode 125 - The Beast in Heat (1977) - Video Nasties -Italian Sex Nazi Exploitation 53:44

7M ago53:44

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This week we return to our Video nasties feature to continue delving into the films British cinema deemed to offensive to be released. This time on the feature we cover a film that has never recieved any form of British release and is still banned in many countries around the world; The Beast in Heat (1977). You need to hear why this Italian Nazi E…

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1879: Instagram Firestorm Over LDS Women's Devotional 1:28:43

7M ago1:28:43

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Join us today for a panel discussion on this week's firestorm over J. Anette Dennis's sermon broadcast to women of the church, which was uploaded to the LDS Church's official Instagram account. Panelists include: Julia Sanders, Celeste Davis, Samantha Shelley, and Alyssa Witbeck. This riveting interview takes a deep dive into the church's recent Wo…

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How to Become a Guest on Mormon Stories Podcast 8:09

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Hey everyone! We have revamped our process for becoming a guest on Mormon Stories Podcast. We are currently seeking panelists for a number of upcoming panels including a Relief Society Presidents panel, a Bishops Wives panel, a "Recently Returned LDS Missionary" panel, a "lost my faith in the last year" panel, a "Left the church recently BEFORE ser…

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143: Hit & Run - Ruthless - Thwarted - The Murder of Preston Lord and the Gilbert Goons (Jesus Ayala & Jzamir Keys - Sebastian Villasenor) 30:43

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First, you will hear about how on August 14, 2023, 17-year-old Jesus Ayala ran down 63-year-old retired police chief Andreas Probst as he rode his bicycle in Las Vegas, Nevada while the 16-year-old passenger in the car, Jzamir Keyes, recorded the murder on his cellphone. Then, I’ll tell you about the January 27, 2024 shooting death of 60-year-old R…

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