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Mormon Stories podcast, created by John Dehlin, was retired in 2007. MormonThink.com is re-posting this podcast, along with John's other works, for those who still want/need the information. Because John released all of his podcast episodes with a Creative Commons license, we are within our full legal rights to post them here.
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The internet’s courtroom in the case of Rationality v. Religion. Here, our host uses his experience as both an attorney and an atheist to put religion on trial. We solemnly swear that it is the most informative, educational, and entertaining jury duty you will ever do!
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Jenn Kamp really turns up the heat by initiating criminal charges against John Dehlin for violating a protection order. Unfortunately the protection order had been dismissed more than half a year earlier. But a little thing like that won’t stop Jenn Kamp from her quest for revenge! The post Jenn Kamp Files CRIMINAL Charges Against John Dehlin: RFM:…
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This scene takes place entirely in a graveyard! And Shakespeare, sensing things are getting a bit heavy, lightens things up with some comedy between two gravediggers! One of the gravediggers pops up a skull that belonged to the court jester, Yorick, and hands it to Hamlet. This begins one of the most famous vignettes in Shakespeare: That of Hamlet …
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In this week’s episode of The Mormon Newscast, we will focus on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ recent policy update concerning transgender members, a change that has ignited significant controversy among LGBTQ members and their allies. We’ll explore the details of these new guidelines, which restrict the participation of transgend…
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In this week’s episode of The Mormon Newscast, we will focus on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ recent policy update concerning transgender members, a change that has ignited significant controversy among LGBTQ members and their allies. We’ll explore the details of these new guidelines, which restrict the participation of transgend…
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Can ancient scripture be reinterpreted to erase racism? Mormon apologists are attempting just that with controversial 'skin of blackness' passages in the Book of Mormon. But can these efforts stand up to historical scrutiny, or do they merely obscure uncomfortable truths? Critics argue it whitewashes history and denies lived experiences. Join us as…
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A recent Mormon youth concert is being promoted as a means to worship Jesus Christ through music. But what on earth are Mormons doing worshiping Jesus? RFM takes us on a journey to his own youth , when Mormon apostle Bruce are McConkie laid down the law that Mormons are not supposed to worship Jesus! Then RFM goes behind the story of that speech by…
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A recent Mormon youth concert is being promoted as a means to worship Jesus Christ through music. But what on earth are Mormons doing worshiping Jesus? RFM takes us on a journey to his own youth , when Mormon apostle Bruce are McConkie laid down the law that Mormons are not supposed to worship Jesus! Then RFM goes behind the story of that speech by…
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A recent Mormon youth concert is being promoted as a means to worship Jesus Christ through music. But what on earth are Mormons doing worshiping Jesus? RFM takes us on a journey to his own youth , when Mormon apostle Bruce are McConkie laid down the law that Mormons are not supposed to worship Jesus! Then RFM goes behind the story of that speech by…
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RFM delves into the subject of affinity fraud, Mormon style! Unfortunately, some famous and respected names in Mormon leadership got into the act. RFM shares some personal stories about Mormon affinity fraud, as well, and rounding out the show are some comments from last week’s episode, featuring comments from some members of George W. Pace’s famil…
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RFM delves into the subject of affinity fraud, Mormon style! Unfortunately, some famous and respected names in Mormon leadership got into the act. RFM shares some personal stories about Mormon affinity fraud, as well, and rounding out the show are some comments from last week’s episode, featuring comments from some members of George W. Pace’s famil…
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RFM delves into the subject of affinity fraud, Mormon style! Unfortunately, some famous and respected names in Mormon leadership got into the act. RFM shares some personal stories about Mormon affinity fraud, as well, and rounding out the show are some comments from last week’s episode, featuring comments from some members of George W. Pace’s famil…
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Join us as historian Matthew Harris returns to discuss what happens when members of the Mormon Church First Presidency go rogue. We explore George Romney's support of Civil Rights versus Ezra Taft Benson's involvement with the John Birch Society. We'll also dive into the impact of white church members marching in the Civil Rights Movement and how f…
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently released new policies surrounding transgender members of the church. It has taken the news and social media by storm! Among other things, the new policies include a measure to annotate trans members’ records, grouping them with members who have committed sexual violence or child abuse. Today …
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A new study shows that religion usually leads to a more positive body image but Mormons in Utah are getting cosmetic surgeries at a rate 10% higher than the national average. What’s driving this trend? Today, we’re talking with Dr. Julie Hanks, Alyssa Whitbeck, Celeste Davis, and others to explore what’s happening in Utah’s Mormon culture. Tune in …
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In this week’s episode of Mormonism Live, we delve into the controversial and shocking allegations surrounding sex abuse within the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team, focusing on the involvement of Peter Vidmar, a devout Mormon, and former Olympic Gold Medalist. Vidmar, who has been twice inducted into the Olympic Hall of Fame, once for his individual a…
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In this week’s episode of Mormonism Live, we delve into the controversial and shocking allegations surrounding sex abuse within the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team, focusing on the involvement of Peter Vidmar, a devout Mormon, and former Olympic Gold Medalist. Vidmar, who has been twice inducted into the Olympic Hall of Fame, once for his individual a…
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In this week’s episode of Mormonism Live, we delve into the controversial and shocking allegations surrounding sex abuse within the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team, focusing on the involvement of Peter Vidmar, a devout Mormon, and former Olympic Gold Medalist. Vidmar, who has been twice inducted into the Olympic Hall of Fame, once for his individual a…
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On this week’s Mormon Newscast we take a look at Hulu’s new program “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” which premiers in early September. We also look at the recent changes that shortened the temple endowment by 20 minutes making the ritual now around a half hour long. We wrap up the show updating you on several lawsuits involving the LDS Church as…
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On this week’s Mormon Newscast we take a look at Hulu’s new program “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” which premiers in early September. We also look at the recent changes that shortened the temple endowment by 20 minutes making the ritual now around a half hour long. We wrap up the show updating you on several lawsuits involving the LDS Church as…
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Join Nate Byrd, Summer-Rayn, Dr. Darron Smith, and John Dehlin as they tackle the uncomfortable truths of Mormon leaders supporting racial segregation. This episode dives into topics like the European origin theory of the lost ten tribes, the discovery of black ancestry in those who appear white, patriarchs’ treatment of the “Curse of Cain,” and a …
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In this episode of Mormonism Live, hosts Bill Reel and Radio Free Mormon dive deep into one of the most impactful events in Mormon history—the loss of the 116 pages of the Book of Lehi. These pages, the first part of the Book of Mormon, were said to be translated by Joseph Smith through divine means, under the guidance of the angel Moroni. However,…
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