Best Papa Culture Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 780: Tegan Zelano Blanchard (or “Z”), Recent RM, Bisexual member, Giving Hope to Others 1:40:56

1h ago1:40:56

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**This episode talks about suicide. If you are suicidal, please call/text/chat 988** My friend Z Blanchard, (lived in Utah, Costa Rica, San Diego and Ecuador; Argentina RM; attending UVU in Utah; age 21) joins us to share his story as a bisexual member of the Church of Jesus Christ out of his heartfelt desire to give hope to others. Z (youngest of …

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Episode 779: Tonya Baker Miller, LCSW, Active LDS, Supporting Transgender Members and Their Families 1:39:45

4d ago1:39:45

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This episode is dedicated to the loving memory of JeNeal Nichol Miller, who passed away on Pioneer Day this year. She inspired everyone she knew to be nonjudgmental and Christlike. She was a true ally and is deeply missed. **This episode talks about suicide. If you are suicidal, please call/text/chat 988** My friend Tonya Baker Miller (married moth…

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Episode 778: Caysen Crum, Gay Latter-day Saint, Age 24, Self-Love/Acceptance 1:40:56

2d ago1:40:56

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**This episode talks about suicide. If you are suicidal, please call/text/chat 988** My friend Caysen Crum (New Hampshire RM, Southern Utah University Grad, HXP Guide, Further Physician, Minersville Utah) joins us to share his story of doing everything he could to be “Mr. perfect and straight” (including serving a perfectly obedient mission, dating…

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Episode 777: Ben Bernards, LDS Father of Two Transgender Daughters 1:40:56

13d ago1:40:56

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My friend Ben Bernards (lives in Sacramento, RM, current Bishopric member, author, podcaster, EFY speaker, early 40s) joins us to share their family story. This story started with three children — a daughter and then two sons — but now continues with 3 daughters, as both of their sons are transgender. Ben talks about how he and his wife Megan are n…

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Episode 776: Michelle and Steve Shaw – Improving Church Culture for Members with Disabilities 1:19:29

4d ago1:19:29

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Michelle and Steve Shaw are the parents of four children, three of whom have been diagnosed with neurological disabilities, ranging from ADHD to anomalies in the brain. They are active members of the Church and live in the Seattle area; Michelle serves in her Stake Primary Presidency and Steve serves on the Stake High Council. Michelle is also a sp…

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Episode 775: Rylee, Transgender Latter-day Saint, Brave Story 1:20:02

8d ago1:20:02

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My friend Rylee (he/they) joins us to share their story. Rylee (married father of 7, mid-40’s. RM, believing/active LDS, IT professional) talks about their feelings of gender dysphoria from their earliest memories. Rylee (who is doing the podcast to give others hope walking this road) talks about their journey of self-discovery, navigating faith an…

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Episode 774: John Crane, Late 70s, RM, Believes in Gospel, Same-Sex Marriage 1:16:57

12d ago1:16:57

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My friend John Crane (lives in Austin TX, grew up in Oregon/Washington, Sweden RM 1966-68, married a woman, has 4 kids and many grandkids, divorced, been with husband Thom for over 35 years, no longer LDS), joins us to share his story being gay and a deep believer in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. John starts with his growing up years and finding his …

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Can Chris Pratt Do a Good British Accent? 7:20

14d ago7:20

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Chris Pratt gives a British accent a go. How did he do? Find out here.

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Episode 773: Guillermo Lemus, Faith Crisis/Expansion, Staying LDS 1:08:22

17d ago1:08:22

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My friend Guillermo Lemus (age 30, BYU grad student, BYU-Idaho grad, married, RM) joins us to share his multi-year journey to process the complicated aspects of our Church and find a way to remain a member of the Church. In sharing his story, Guillermo normalizes a faith crisis/expansion (including all the pain one feels on this road) and what he (…

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What is the Best Accent in the U.K. 13:12

21d ago13:12

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Today we have a chat to some British native speakers and find out what accent they think is the best and worst in the U.K.

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Episode 772: Bryce Cook, LDS Father of Two Gay Sons, Longtime Ally 1:19:45

22d ago1:19:45

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My friend and mentor Bryce Cook (married, father of 6 children/7 grandchildren) joins us to talk about how he and his wife Sara navigated the road of having two gay sons (which started in 2003 when their son Trevor came out as gay). Bryce talks about how his worldview of gay people dramatically changed upon learning his good/talented/spiritual son …

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Episode 771: Seth Price, Recent RM, Gay Latter-day Saint 1:03:57

27d ago1:03:57

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** Trigger Warning. This episode talks about suicide. If you are suicidal, please call, test, chat 988 ** My friend Seth Price (Canadian, Age 20, Service Missionary) joins us to bravely share his story. Seth talks about dealing with and then accepting being called on a service mission (finished July 2024) when he always wanted to serve a proselytin…

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Teacher Talk with Londoner Ariyo 21:49

28d ago21:49

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In today's session we talk about how to make yourself more confident when speaking in English

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Can You Understand the Brummy Accent? 12:40

1M ago12:40

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Today I have a chat with my mum to show you the Brummy accent, an accent located in the Birmingham area

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Episode 770: Lori LeVar Pierce, President Exponent II, LGBTQ Ally, Feminist, Active LDS 1:12:25

1M ago1:12:25

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My friend Lori LeVar Pierce (grew up in the South, BA and MBA from BYU, corporate executive, married mother of three, teacher, lives in Columbus, Mississippi) joins us to introduce listeners to Exponent II—which is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Lori talks about the purpose of Exponent II (including a quarterly magazine, a blog, annual retreat) …

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Can You Understand the Scouse Accent | British Accents 8:23

1M ago8:23

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In this video we look at the Scouse accent, an accent that is quite difficult for many learners. How much can you understand?

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Episode 769: Jessie Salter and Jett Atwood, Same-Sex Marriage, Attending Church 1:12:58

1M ago1:12:58

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My friends Jessica Salter and Jett Atwood (gay Latter-day Saint women in a same-sex marriage, attend and believe in Church) join us to share their stories. Jett & Jessie (who were married on June 15, 2024) talk about their supportive ward in Utah County (including their bishopric attending their reception) and being so fortunate to have many in the…

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Episode 768: Sarah and Jeff Case, Gather Conference, Gather For Youth 1:16:54

2M ago1:16:54

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My friends Sarah and Jeff Case (mixed-orientation marriage, active LDS, two queer kids) join us to update listeners on their story, share principles to keep families together, and the new Gather for Youth (ages 14-18) at the Gather Conference (Sept 13-14th, 2024). Sarah (middle school teacher, straight) and Jeff (clinical psychologist, gay) talk ab…

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Drinking Culture in the U.K. USA and Australia 25:31

2M ago25:31

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In today's session, I have a chat with 2 friends about the drinking culture in the U.K Usa and Australia and the differences between them.

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Episode 767: Brenden Krogh, Gay Latter-day Saint, Christ’s Ability to Bring Hope 1:04:23

2M ago1:04:23

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My friend Brenden Krogh (age 25, grew up in Grantsville/Mona Utah, Lives in St George, Active LDS, RM) joins us to share his story. Brenden talks about his journey to understand and accept being gay and the role of his Heavenly Parents and the Savior in this process—including personal revelation that he is created as intended and he should feel no …

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How Reading Can Help speaking Skills w/ Papa English 37:48

2M ago37:48

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In today's session, I have a chat with another teacher Sam from Papa English. We talk about pronunciation and how to improve your speaking skills through reading

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Episode 766: Sarah and Josh Sabey - @forlittlesaints, New Book: Book of Mormon Storybook 51:18

2M ago51:18

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This episode is guest-hosted by Tonya Miller. Tonya interviews Sarah and Josh Sabey, who run For Little Saints (@forlittlesaints). Sarah and Josh share the experiences they've had in creating their newest publication, "The Book of Mormon Storybook." Sarah and Josh talk about wishing that they had a way to share the scriptures with their children th…

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Can You Understand the Essex Accent? 16:10

2M ago16:10

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In today's session, I have a chat with my friend from Essex so we can have a chance to practice listening to a new type of accent from the U.K.

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Episode 765: Lilly MacKenzie, Transgender Latter-day Saint, BYU Student 57:51

2M ago57:51

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My friend Lilly MacKenzie (3rd year BYU student) joins us to share her story. Lilly talks about her journey (starting in her early years) realizing she was different and gradually developing the vocabulary, understanding, and person insights to realize she is transgender. Lilly talks about how she feels so much better being her authentic self. Lill…

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Do I Need to Understand Everything in a Conversation? 34:01

3M ago34:01

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It was an absolute pleasure to have Tika join me this week. We had a relaxed conversation about how to communicate in conversations. Listening to real and natural conversations is a fantastic way to improve your English.

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Episode 764: Austin Peterson, Gay Latter-day Saint, Gather Conference, Gather For Youth 1:14:30

2M ago1:14:30

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My friend Austin Peterson (Ghana RM, BYU Grad, FSY Leader, Gather Event Coordinator) joins us to share his story. Austin starts with his journey to accept being gay and gradually coming out (including as a Bishopric member during his testimony). Austin talks about the good experiences and the painful experiences being open in his Latter-day Saint c…

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Can You Understand the West Country Accent? British Accent Class 16:18

3M ago16:18

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Do you understand different accents in the U.K. In today's episode, we talk to a friend of mine who has a West Country accent and we talk about the differences between living in the city and the countryside

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Barrels, Biomes, & Balance: A tour of Aquabella Organics 54:03

3M ago54:03

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We tour the AquaBella warehouse with Chris Grunenberg Jr., Tracy Letain, & Erika to get a firsthand look at how they hand make their craft fermentation and inoculation products. Then we sit down with Yoni and Jeff to discuss the inception of their one-of-a-kind recipe! aquabellaorganics.comBy Royal Grown Radio

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Episode 763: Spencer Smith, Gay Latter-day Saint 1:09:12

3M ago1:09:12

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My friend Spencer Smith (age 31, ER attending pharmacist, BYU grad, active LDS) join us to share his story. Spencer (oldest of five; grew up in Sacramento) talks his journey to accept his sexual orientation and coming out to others. Spencer talks about not being able to make dating work with women and managing the sometimes painful cultural expecta…

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Drinking Culture in the U.K. Australia and America 25:31

3M ago25:31

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In this episode, I talk to 2 other teachers about the difference in drinking culture between the U.K. USA and Australia. This is a great listening practice for English learners.

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Episode 762: Todd (gay) and Tanya (straight) Hughes, Recently Divorced, Staying Close 1:07:49

3M ago1:07:49

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My friends Todd and Tanya Hughes (live in Ventura County CA, married for 29 years, recently divorced, still best friends) join us to share their story. Todd (who recently turned 50) shares his background growing up gay in the church, and all the shame and self-hate that came with that. Todd and Tanya met on their missions and ended up getting marri…

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Episode 761: Dr. Jeremy Kerrigan, Age 40, Gay Latter-day Saint, Recently Out 1:08:10

3M ago1:08:10

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**This podcast mentions suicide. If you are suicidal, please call/text chat 988** My friend Jeremy Kerrigan (LDS convert, married father of 5, Arizona native, Chiropractor, photographer) joins us to share his story. Jeremy talks about being aware of this same-sex attraction most of his life but not fully addressing it until he came out to his wife …

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Down the Rabbit Hole w/ Eleanor Kuntz & Charlotte Thomas (Leafworks) 1:04:02

3M ago1:04:02

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Welcome to Season 6! We take a trip down to Sebastapol, CA to talk with Eleanor Kuntz & Charlotte Thomas of Leafworks! We discuss Cannabis Science, Genetics, Cultivar documenting, ID tests, Phenotype definitions, Herbarium Pressings, HLV, Pathogen testing, and more! leafworks.comBy Royal Grown Radio

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Episode 760: Glen “Mateo” Bass; Bisexual Latter-day Saint, Rebaptized 2024, Sharing Hope 1:10:28

3M ago1:10:28

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**This podcast mentions suicide. If you are suicidal, please call/text chat 988** My friend Glen Bass (father of two, lives in Utah County, left church 2018, rebaptized 2024, divorced after 15 years of marriage) joins us to share his story. Glen talks about his early years figuring out he is not 100% heterosexual. Glen talks about his mission and b…

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Episode 759: Dr. Kerry Spencer Pray, New Book: “The Book of Queer Mormon Joy” 51:55

4M ago51:55

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My friend Dr. Kerry Spencer Pray (lives in Maryland, Associate Professor at Sevenson University, married to her wife Heather, mother of two, taught at BYU for 15 years, no longer practicing Mormon) joins us to share her story. Dr. Pray talks about her prior marriage to her former husband (they both are gay), why that marriage ended (they are on goo…

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Episode 758: Jaci Wightman - Wellness Coach, Healing From Compulsive Eating and Sugar Addiction 1:13:25

4M ago1:13:25

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This episode is guest-hosted by Tonya Miller. Tonya interviews Jaci Wightman, who shares her compelling story of recovery from dependence on food, and on sugar in particular. Jaci describes the ways that she felt prepared and guided in her journey, which began with her learning that sugar addiction is very real. Jaci talks about being resistant to …

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Episode 757: Haymitch St. Stephen, New Book about Forgiveness (Ourselves and Others) 1:07:54

4M ago1:07:54

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My friend Haymitch St. Stephen (BYU degree, Stanford graduate degree, mid 30s, SLC native, Latter-day Saint) joins us to talk about his new book called “Friend of the Devil: A Story of Mental Health, Mistakes, and Self-Forgiveness”. This book is the story of Haymitch’s lifelong friend Cameron White, who—at age 17 in 2007—was the drunken driver of a…

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Episode 756: Hannah Russell, Asexual Latter-day Saint 1:25:11

4M ago1:25:11

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My friend Hannah Russell (married mother of three, PhD, lives in Cincinnati, active Latter-day Saint) joins us to share her story of being asexual out of a desire to help others not feel alone. Hannah starts realizing she is different and falsely concluding “I am not a divine child of Heavenly Parents” because I don’t have any sexual interest. Hann…

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Heart of Humboldt Sitdown w/ Daniel & Keely 46:10

4M ago46:10

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We are closing out Season 5 with a sit down with Daniel & Keely at Heart of Humboldt in Arcata, CA, to discuss the history of this legendary Dispensary and of our gracious Hosts. Thanks for tuning in to Season 5! Keep your ears open for Season 6 coming soon!https://www.theheartofhumboldt.com/By Royal Grown Radio

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Right in the Heart of Town- Heart of Humboldt tour w/ Keely, Ann Marie and Daniel 46:34

4M ago46:34

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In this episode we tour the original Arcata, CA dispensary, The Heart of Humboldt. We check out the grow rooms, house strains, and the Retail location. theheartofhumboldt.comBy Royal Grown Radio

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Episode 755: Kate Kendrick and her non-binary child Morgan 58:50

5M ago58:50

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My friends Kate Kendrick (she/her) and her non-binary child Morgan (they/them) join us to share their story. Kate, who is no longer active LDS, joins us to talk about her journey to become an LGBTQ ally and then fully love and accept her sixteen-year-old non-binary/pansexual child who goes by the pseudonym "Morgan." (who is age 16). It is a beautif…

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Moca Humboldt Tour w/ Matt Engel & Nate Fontaine 1:10:56

5M ago1:10:56

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We are on location at MOCA Humboldt in Eureka, CA! We tour the grow rooms, check out some of the in-house strains, and get a behind the scenes look at the magic that makes Modern Cannabis Humboldt a masterpiece. @mocahumboldtBy Royal Grown Radio

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Episode 754: David Ostler “Healing our Divides: Answering the Savior’s Call to be Peacemakers.” 1:14:08

5M ago1:14:08

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My good brother David (author of “Bridges: Ministering to Those Who Question”) joins us to talk about his new book which gives readers a gospel-based framework and tools to navigate the increasingly polarized and contentious landscape of modern society. In the podcast, David talks about why he wrote the book, who is the audience, and how he hopes i…

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Papa Tom Davis, From the Seas to the Stars (Rarotonga) 35:04

5M ago35:04

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Papa Tom, an extraordinary Cook Islander who smashed new frontiers in space and the ocean in a life that spanned many fields of work.By RNZ

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Episode 753: Arthur Wiseman, Recently Returned Gay LDS Missionary 1:11:23

5M ago1:11:23

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My friend Arthur Wiseman (who returned from his successful mission in Gilbert Arizona in Dec of 2023, plans to become a therapist, and returned to live in Arizona) shares his mission experience. Arthur (who knew he was gay since age 6 and planned to tell no one) shares what it was like starting his mission and feeling spiritual promptings (many tim…

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Episode 752: Kyle Jones, M.D., Author 1:01:51

5M ago1:01:51

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** This podcast mentions suicide. If you are suicidal, please call/text chat 988**Guest host Tonya Miller interviews Kyle Jones, M.D., who talks about his most recent book, “When All Hope Seems Lost: A Gospel Perspective on Mental Illness in Youth,” which will be released later this month. Kyle is a Family Practice physician who works primarily wit…

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I’Iga Pisa, Samoa’s Unsung Hero 49:28

5M ago49:28

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The life story of I'iga Pisa, an independence activist who sailed hundreds of kilometers in a small canoe to escape exile from Samoa.By RNZ

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Episode 751: Jashon Fabia, Author: “Swirling in the Eddy: LDS, Filipino, & Gay” 1:07:00

5M ago1:07:00

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My friend Jashon Ray Fabia (Age 33, single, LDS, RM, BYU-H grad in Psychology and Music, finishing Master's in Music Therapy) bravely shares his story as a queer Filipino Latter-day Saint (our first guest from the Philippines) and his new book (see show notes). Jashon shares the shame he felt which continued until he came out to himself in his mid-…

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More Bass, Less Mids w/ Jason Miller (Kiskanu) & Brian Gandy (Valoya) -Trimmings 35:50

5M ago35:50

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We continue our conversation about LED lighting, Crop Steering, and Cannabis Culture with Jason Miller of Kiskanu & Brian Gandy of Valoya! Kiskanu ValoyaBy Royal Grown Radio

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Episode 750: Erik Thompson, Gay Latter-day Saint, Overcoming Addiction, Finding Hope in Christ 1:34:04

5M ago1:34:04

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**This episode talks about suicide. If you are suicidal, please call/text/chat *988** My friend Erik Thompson (Age 40, single, active LDS, RM) bravely shares his story with a heart full of desire to give others hope. Erik vulnerable and bravely talks about: Being a survivor of sexual abuse at age 13.Spiritual OCD (Scrupulosity).Porn and masturbatio…

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