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Mormon Stories Podcast is an attempt to build understanding between and about Mormons through the telling of stories in both audio and video formats.
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🙈World’s only podcaster with 44 siblings. A podcast about cults, culture, and leaving your comfort zone. Hosted by an ex-cult member.
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I’ve left the Mormon church but, damn it, I just can’t seem to leave the church alone. Whether you’re navigating leaving a high-demand religion too or simply find yourself fascinated by religion (and where it can go off the rails), pull up a camp chair. I share my post-Mormon perspective on the quirkiness of church culture and the compelling journey of faith deconstruction. I’ll be reading and reacting to crazy religion story submissions, doing long-form interviews and deep diving into churc ...
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Saints Unscripted is a show with faithful, hilarious Mormons with different opinions on being Mormon.
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Leaving the Church to Find God delves into the shadows of organized religion, guiding you past indoctrination and towards authentic spirituality. Join solo reflections, insightful interviews, and a supportive community on this transformative journey beyond the pews.
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Mormon Stories is an attempt to build understanding between and about Mormons through the telling of stories in both audio and video formats.
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A podcast that seeks to highlight and model thoughtful faith within Mormonism
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This is my story of leaving the Mormon church and what it was like.
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Stories of claiming independence after leaving high-control groups. Hi! I’m Shelise Ann Sola— former devout Mormon. On C2C, my husband Jonathan and I dive deep into the nuance of culty organizations. From Extreme Christian Fundamentalism, FLDS Polygamy, Amish, Mennonite, Mormonism, Scientology, Ultra Orthodox, and Jehovah's Witnesses, to cults featured in popular docu-series, we interview cult experts, survivors, advocates, therapists, way-showers, authors, and more, to uncover how they find ...
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Unpacking is in the title of the show and it applies to all of us; being self-aware requires us to be critical of unhelpful patterns, but we also have to give credit and forgive ourselves as well. Understanding why you did what you did, is extraordinarily helpful. Sarah an ex-Mo and licensed counselor on a journey to unpack Mormonism and other religious trauma is joined by her husband Mason, a former bishop and active member of the Mormon church. Sarah and Mason have been married for 23 year ...
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Welcome to this podcast! If you like this podcast, come join Jenny in her new podcast: "Advanced Relationship Podcast," where she and her husband, Bryce, talk about how to get empowered in your relationships with yourself and others! If you want to learn more about Jenny, or get coaching or support, go to www.jennymorrow.com
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In this investigative podcast series, I explore the ways global religions have informed our historical and cultural perceptions of sexuality and contributed to issues I’ve experienced firsthand including matters of violence, community, isolation, self-worth and identity. I grew up Mormon and I am a lesbian.
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Podcast about leaving an overbearing religion or cult behind.
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Welcome the redacted apostate, your guide to life after leaving high-control groups. This channel is your compass through the challenging journey of reclaiming independence. Dive into insightful discussions, practical tips, and empowering stories on navigating a world where you must make your own decisions free from a controlling environment. Whether you've recently broken free or are contemplating the leap, join us for support, understanding, and strategies to navigate the complex internal ...
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The Protestant Libertarian Podcast explores the intersection between protestant Biblical studies and libertarian philosophy. We will discuss the Bible, history, culture, economics, philosophy, and current events from both protestant and libertarian perspectives. Questions, comments, suggestions? Please reach out to me at theprotestantlibertarian@gmail.com. You can also follow the podcast on Twitter: @prolibertypod. If you like the show and want to support it, you can! Check out the Protestan ...
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Grandma's telling the stories from the Book of Mormon targeting their young grand children
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A Podcast dedicated to sharing true stories of Mormons who left the Mormon Church for Jesus Christ and to share the true gospel of Jesus as found in the Bible. We invite all to accept Jesus and to live in His grace!
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The Podcast where two ex-christian lesbians take on life without God. Join Lauren and Carris as we discuss our way through our living life as out and proud lesbians having being raised in strict religious culture. Lauren grew up within the Mormon church and Carris grew up in the Baptist church. Both of us married men, and realised out sexuality much later in life, we discuss the complexities of leaving high control religion, coming out as lesbians after being married to men and having childr ...
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Latter Day Lives - Talking with Latter Day Saints
Latter Day Lives - Talking with Latter Day Saints
The Latter Day Lives Podcast features interviews with fascinating people who belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This is a fun, positive, faith-promoting podcast. New episodes each week!
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Curious friends (not experts) have fun diving into a variety of topics that intrigue them ... From Mormonism to Online Dating, Transcendental Meditation to Midwifery; Science, Technology, Cults, Biographies & more ... Everywhere You Go is Bullshit. Formerly known as The Fundamentals podcast.
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Leaving the Mormon Church is only the beginning... This "of the world" podcast is recorded from the Great and Spacious Building in Salt Lake City. Join Nimrod The Lamanite, Orrin Porter, The Bastard Son of Joseph Smith, Our Lord and Savior Johnny Cuervo in this latter day guide to leaving religion. These Fomos show us how easy it is to move on with our lives in the big, scary, world of sin... and how much fun it can be. Drinking, politics, sex, drugs, it's all covered. Nothing is sacred. No ...
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Formally titled Leaving Religion & Those We Leave Behind. This podcast is a guide to navigating the waters after religion and how to find your spiritual center. Each episode is full of stories, including mine, of leaving religion, our experiences through it and the gifts gained. My desire is to assist others in having a deeper understand to their path and that leaving does not have to be full of anger and hatred. This podcast is not about bashing any religion or people but is about our stori ...
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Kolob to Calvary Podcast speaks to the heart and soul of those leaving Mormonism for Biblically-based faith. It also serves as a digital portal to empower like-minded believers seeking to better understand the Word of God and to prepare and equip them to be victorious on the spiritual battlefield.
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If the little angel and devil from your shoulders ever hung out without you and made a podcast, this is probably what it would sound like. Equal parts wholesome and horrific, Mormon and the Meth-head is about one unlikely friendship. Jessa and Aaron have led two completely different lives. While Aaron was stopping strangers on the streets of Milan to teach them about Joseph Smith, Jessa was teaching dudes how to keister meth while blowing them in Arby's bathrooms across Portland. But as Aaro ...
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Melissa Kruger hosts Sometimes in Shambles, a mental health podcast based out of Salt Lake City, Utah. Melissa hopes that with Sometimes in Shambles, she can create a listening experience that lets you know you are not alone in what you are going through. Her goal is to only talk about things that she is passionate about and has experienced, to make the podcast the most real it can be. Melissa talks a lot about depression and anxiety along with other sprinkles of mental illness. She also tal ...
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Out of the Woods is a podcast for stories about not-quite-cults but not-quite-not-cults. People share their experiences being strong believers in something--a religion, an ideology, a community, anything--and share how they came to realize it was, well...cult-ish. Stories of all kinds of these beliefs & experiences are welcome, with a particular interest in those in the digital world.
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Leaving in Color is a captivating podcast that delves into the compelling narratives of individuals who have bravely chosen to depart from high-demand religious groups. In this thought-provoking series, we invite you to experience the unique journeys, challenges, and triumphs of those who have embarked on a path of self-discovery, liberation, and healing. Host Christina Elmer is a Martha Beck Wayfinder-trained life coach and recovering Mormon. Join us as we celebrate persons of color and the ...
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Your user's guide to life on the outside. Leaving religion is the first step into a larger, better world. But it can also be a scary world. Things work differently now. Never fear: that's why we’re here! We're your audio uncles, and with help from good friends and experts in all sorts of fields, we're going to share the stories and seek the knowledge we all need for building a great life! After all, you only get one (that we know of), so you'd better make the most of it!
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What is it like to be gay? Am I alone in this journey? How do I reconcile my faith and my sexuality? Is leaving my religion to find happiness even possible? Welcome to Latter Gay Stories! We're a podcast featuring real people, real stories, and real talk! We discuss life inside and outside of the closet—and living your best and most authentic LGBTQ+ self. You are not alone. You are not broken. And your best days are ahead. Most of our guests have a background in Mormonism and we discuss how ...
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We are two Former Mormons who were raised as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We’re also both registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapists in the state of California. We share our own stories, insights, and clinical opinions related to mental health and thriving in a life after Mormonism. We welcome active members of the church, former members, therapists serving this population, as well as those that are curious to listen in.
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Through the Fearless podcast, Cissie Graham Lynch―daughter of Franklin Graham and granddaughter of Billy Graham―shares personal experiences of how God has worked through her life. Each episode will take a look at different subjects and explore what the Bible teaches about those topics―encouraging listeners to explore God’s Word for themselves so that they know what they believe and why they believe it; challenging them to stand boldly for the Gospel of Jesus Christ in an ever-compromising world.
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Making a Missionary | Prepare for your LDS Mission | Learn from future and returned missionaries and church educators | Get inspired
Jacob Hyrum Nelson, Returned Missionary, LDS Mission Prep Specialist
This show will help future missionaries get ready to hit the ground running when they enter the MTC by providing daily inspiration, advice and motivation from people who have learned the benefits of selfless service. We will discuss what you are doing to get ready for your missions and what you want to know to be better prepared. We will also chat with returned missionaries from fresh out of the field to seasoned and strong and be inspired by church leaders and educators. I hope that as we e ...
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Welcome to How the Wise One Grows – where we live with intention by connecting to inner wisdom, one another, and the natural world through mindful conversations and meditations. Join me, your host Holly Zajur, and guests for heartful interviews about topics like spirituality, wellness, and anything and everything that aids us in navigating the human experience. Episodes alternate between guest interviews and guided meditations to help you integrate mindfulness into daily life. The intention ...
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Finding Faith Above with Exmo Christian Shelby Hohsfield, Self-worth, Self-help, Bible truths, Ex-Mormon, Ex-LDS, ExMormon, Christian Women, Christian Life Coach, Theology, Apologetics, Ex-LDS
Shelby Hohsfield | Exmo Christian, Writer, Speaker, and unstoppable ENTHUSIAST of Living God’s Purpose after the Church.
I help exmo Christian women Build Self-worth through Biblical Truths. Are you ready to go on a Jesus Journey? You’re invited! I know what it is like to have so many questions about the Christian faith. If you are like me, you may have some religious baggage that left you questioning your self-worth in a big way. You’re asking... How do I raise my kids with faith when I’m still trying to figure it out? Where can I find a community I can trust? Why does every church feel like culture shock? Wi ...
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I’m Tommy. Let’s talk about everything.
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Exmo nde's sports gaming philosophy conspiracies psychedelics family religion and some politics nsfw Contact us @permadude and @noj304
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Beside you on the journey from loneliness and isolation to the most nourishing friendships, connection and community.
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Barry, Rahsaan, and Jonathan. Three guys talking about what's on our minds.
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Jayenna Wild and Cat Hawk come together to seek the middle path on topics about mental health, spirituality, and abuse. They share their healing journeys in an attempt to help others on their path.
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Receiving the Second Anointing and then Leaving Mormonism - Tom Phillips (Rebroadcast) | Ep. 1917
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In this compelling rebroadcast (first time on youtube), we revisit John Dehlin's 2012 interview with Tom Phillips, a U.K. convert and former LDS stake president whose close friendships with LDS leaders like Harold Hillam, Gordon Hinkley, Russel Ballard, and Jeffrey Holland likely led to the invitation to receive the religion's most exclusive ordina…
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232 - 6 Ways Leaving Mormonism Has Changed Us, The Good and The Bad
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Sarah and Mason discuss six significant changes in their lives after leaving the Mormon church. We're eager to hear from you, our valued listeners. Are you currently a member of the church? Or are you contemplating your position? Perhaps you're committed to staying, or you've already made the decision to leave? Share your thoughts with us. We're ex…
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"Interfaith Debate: Should Different Religions Ever Marry?" | ft. @HalfPastChai (ep 9)
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Oo la la! Today is a juicy episode--one of the most polarizing questions--should people of different faiths (and races) marry? Is it even possible to make work? Would that be a disaster? How would you raise your family? What holidays would you celebrate? What would be the hardest part? We cover all of that and more in today's episode. Please let me…
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The LDS Church is NOT the highest demand organization
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Is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a high demand religion? Are members of the Church required to do too much? In this episode, some Saints Unscripted hosts discuss what it means to be a part of a high demand organization and whether or not the LDS Church qualifies as high demand.
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Experiencing domestic violence in an LDS marriage
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Only three days into her honeymoon, Gabby's husband began abusing her. She believed he was a good Mormon boy because he’d always played the part. The violence continued, sometimes even triggered by church rules, until she found the strength to leave. Soon after, she discovered she was pregnant. Gabby shares how the church made her more vulnerable t…
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Lessons in Feminine Energy with the First Arab/Saudi Woman to Cycle Iceland’s Ring Road, Yasmine Idris (107)
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In this episode, we have the honor of speaking with Yasmine Idris, the first Arab/Saudi woman to cycle Iceland's ring road. Yasmine shares her journey and the profound role of feminine energy in achieving her goals, overcoming failure, allowing herself to rest, and embracing the continual process of becoming. In this episode we discuss: Yasmine’s M…
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Ask Us Anything! Responding to YOUR questions
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In this special Q&A session, we dive into your questions (from Instagram) and provide heartfelt advice on various aspects of life, including faith, relationships, personal growth, and more. As members of the Latter-day Saints community, we understand the unique challenges and joys you experience, and we're here to support you every step of the way.…
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Summer Encore Series: A Cultural Hurricane – Can Your Foundation Stand Through the Storm?
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Can your home withstand the storms that we are facing today? The Fearless “Summer Encore Series” – some of your favorite past episodes – continues today with a look back at a special episode I recorded at the home of my grandparents, Billy & Ruth Graham. The bedrock of my family started with my grandparents – and they instilled God’s Word into ever…
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Ep 135: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbors with Caleb Campbell
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In this episode, I talk with Caleb Campbell, pastor of Desert Springs Bible Church in Phoenix, Arizona, about his brand-new book ‘Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor’, out now on IVP. In this book he argues that we should view Christian nationalism as a missionary opportunity, seeking to lovingly lead Christian nationali…
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Black Mormons Respond to LDS Priesthood and Temple Ban | Ep. 1916
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Today we are joined by Dr. Darron Smith, Summur-Rayn Barrett, and Nate Byrd of Black Menaces to react to the first three episodes with Matt Harris. Their commentary unpacks Joseph Smith's complex racial attitudes, Brigham Young's implementation of the priesthood ban, and the painful legacy of racist doctrines. Their candid discussion highlights the…
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Are Cult Awareness Network (CAN) Actions Justified?
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Was the Cult Awareness Network working as Deprogrammers or Kidnappers? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeO_7EoE7YEjNoZXUS0oyEw/join In this eye-opening video, we explore into the controversial practices surrounding the Cult Awareness Network (CAN). Established with the noble intention of helping individuals ensnared by cults, CAN's methods often i…
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How much prophetic fallibility is too much?
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In this episode, the hosts discuss questions about prophetic fallibility. It is acknowledged early on that prophets are fallible but the big question is -- At what point is a prophet "too" infallible to no longer be rendered a prophet of God? The hosts discuss the nuance and also discuss why they choose to stay in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latt…
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As Charli XCX knows, being a girl can be so confusing—especially for a post-Mormon! Around the campfire today, we're chatting about grieving identity after a faith transition, a stake president who needs to grow up and learn some social skills, and why I haven't officially removed my records from the church yet. I also respond to submissions about:…
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Was Utah Jazz Draft Pick Kyle Filipowski Groomed by his Mormon Girlfriend? | Ep. 1915
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Tonight we will be discussing one of the biggest surprises of the 2024 NBA Draft - the fall of Duke forward Kyle Filipowski. Filipowski is a skilled 7-foot big man, two-time All-ACC selection and All-American in 2024. He was projected as a first-round pick by many accounts, but ended up being chosen as the second pick of the second round. Most are …
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The Dark Side of Mormon College Towns (Rexburg, Provo) - Courtney Kimpel ft. Hayley Rawle | Ep. 1914
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Hayley and Courtney bravely unmask the devastating impacts of sexual shaming in the LDS Church. Representing Provo and Rexburg, two cities with highly dense Mormon populations, Courtney & Hayley reveal how dogmatic teachings warp self-worth and consent. This raw conversation offers validation and healing for those grappling with religious sexual sh…
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Your ultimate guide to navigating a faith crisis!
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Jared Halverson, a professional religious educator, joins us to talk about faith crisis, engaging with faith questions, and establishing spiritual experiences. If you have had faith questions or have been struggling with conversations about your faith, this episode is for you. This is one of our favorite scholar interviews! Thanks so much for joini…
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Summer Encore Series: Celebrate True Freedom This Fourth of July
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“Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you. Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. One died for your soul; the other for your freedom.” This quote hangs outside the Samaritan’s Lodge in Alaska where my family and I are serving with Samaritan’s Purse this month with Operation Heal Our Patriots. The Fourth of July reminds me of the im…
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Ep 134: John the Baptist with James McGrath
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In this episode I welcome back Dr. James McGrath to discuss his brand-new book “Christmaker: A Life of John the Baptist”, out now on Eerdmans press. In this book Dr. McGrath crafts a biography of John in which he offers a fresh look at the historical sources in an attempt to understand who John was and why he was so influential. McGrath explores Jo…
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Aum Shinrikyo: The Most Dangerous Cult that still exists today!
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A discussion about Aum Shinrikyo the Cult responsible for the 1995 Sarin Gas attack in Japan. Become a member of Redacted Apostate, and help the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeO_7EoE7YEjNoZXUS0oyEw/join We discuss what is possibly the most dangerous cult that still exists to this day. From Sarin gas attacks, Uranium mines, Russian Atta…
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In this episode, David, Kaitlyn, and Brett discuss their opinions on whether or not progression after death is possible. And yes, the hosts have different opinions! They talk about the implications of whether or not What do Latter-day Saint leaders have to say about progression in the eternities?
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Professor Confronts Mormon Leaders on Racism - Lowry Nelson | 2CS 03 | Ep. 1913
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In 1947, Lowry Nelson, a respected Mormon academic, challenged the LDS Church's racist policies in a series of letters to top leadership. Occurring on the cusp of the Civil Rights Movement, the First Presidency reacted by doubling down on encoding white supremacy into Mormon doctrine. Nelson wasn't ready to give up though and continued to flirt wit…
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Missing: Bryson Muir, 14 year old son of Cult Member
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Please share this with as many people as possible. Bryson Muir is the son of Colt's line backer Daniel Muir. Daniel and his wife Kristen are members of a dangerous cult called Straightway Truth Ministry which is based on Black Hebrew Israelism. According to teachings all women and children are considered property, and old testament teachings are us…
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In this episode I explain inflation and the negative effects it has on society. I provide the correct definition of inflation, which is an increase in the supply of money relative to the amount of goods and services in an economy. I explain how the Federal Reserve, which controls the nation’s money supply and monetary policy, creates inflation by p…
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Meredith Peterson shares the journey that led to her coming out as a transgender woman. She tried to live the model Mormon life, including going on a mission and graduating from Brigham Young University. She even had to endure horrible conversion therapy sessions in a family friend’s basement. After coming out as gay, she discovered the art of drag…
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Unlock Your Intuition and Inner Strength with Guided Meditation (106)
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Learn how to tap into your intuition and inner strength with a we offer a guided mindfulness-based meditation. Through visualization techniques, you'll learn to recognize what your "yes" feels like, what your "no" feels like, and reconnect with your gut feelings. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking to cultivate their "inner Gabby," inspired …
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Ep 132: Was the Apostle Paul Really Anti-Imperial? with Najeeb Haddad
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In this episode I talk with New Testament scholar Dr. Najeeb Haddad, who has written two very compelling books critiquing the popular perspective in Biblical studies that the apostle Paul was actively opposed to the Roman empire. We discuss the history of the Paul and empire debate and explore some of the key scholars and interpretive methods that …
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1912: A Nashville Mormon Story: Darian and Jennifer Ellsworth Rogers
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From basketball dreams deferred to navigating faith crises, Darren and Jennifer Rogers share their journey out of Mormonism and into a new paradigm of parenting. With candid insights about gender roles, sexual shame, and the struggle to find identity beyond the church, this couple offers hope for those questioning their beliefs. Their story of rebe…
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Putin's Russian state backed Victory Cult
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We discuss the Victory Cult and it's origin. Putin's control and his reasoning for the invasion of Ukraine. Our discussion of high control groups. Thanks to our monthly supporters Kristie Musick ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Redacted Apostate
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1911: My Mormon Grandparents Received the Second Anointing - Derren Klein
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Derren Klein didn't know a split-second decision to examine a document headed for the trash would blow open not just a family secret, but one of the Mormon Church's most-guarded, controversial, and exclusive rituals: the Second Anointing. This discovery set Klein on a transformative journey as he confronted unsettling truths about his faith, family…
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