Below is an attempt at putting together a comprehensive list of LDS Church self-inflicted wounds. Please comment below with any corrections or additions. Thanks! LDS Church Self-Inflicted Wounds – Joseph …
Simon Southerton
My parents and siblings (seven girls, two boys) converted from Anglicanism to Mormonism in 1970 in Sydney. My parents were committed Anglicans and our family were taught the discussions for …
Progressive and Post-Mormon Influencers — A Starter List
Statement of Purpose: In 2020 we are experiencing a “Mormon Renaissance” of sorts, as the LDS church (under President Russell M. Nelson) is making historic changes to accommodate long-fought-for progressive …
Mette Harrison
I’m a novelist and essayist and recently poet who still considers herself deeply Mormon, even though I reject the authority of the church. My novel The Bishop’s Wife from 2014 …
Erin Gluth Spencer
Hello, I’m Erin Gluth Spencer. I was born and raised in Houston, Texas. I love being a Texan! My twin sister and I were among the proud Texans hanging not …
John Hamer
My name is John Hamer. I’m a historian, map-maker, editor, and publisher. I grew up in the LDS Church in the 1970s and 80s in the Midwestern U.S. as a …
Leah Lewis Young
My name is Leah Young, I was born in “happy valley,” aka Provo Utah and I am 38. I met my husband at the ripe old age of 19 in …
Kristen Gluth Cranney
Hello, my name is Kristen Cranney and I live in Bentonville, Arkansas which is in the very NW corner of the state, home to Wal-mart headquarters, and where everyone you …
Hannah Comeau
Hello! My name is Hannah Comeau. I am 24 years old and currently live in Charlottesville, Virginia where I am attending my first year of law school at UVA. My …
Lila Tueller
My name is Lila Tueller. I’m a single mom of seven mostly grown children, and I’m living in Orem, Utah. My two youngest kids live with me full-time. I’m 58 …
Brock Hancock
I grew up in Snowflake, Arizona a small Mormon community with a long pioneer heritage. I was as active and faithful a member as anyone could have been. But, being …
Becca Barton DeGrizio
My name is Rebecca (Becca) Barton DeGrizio. I am a 33 (almost 34) year old woman, married with a one year old daughter. I am currently stationed in Germany and …
Heidi Darling
My name is Heidi Darling. I am 51 years old, living in Temecula, CA. I was raised in the church, in San Jose, CA, with a convert father (at age …
Can I be healthy and happy without Mormonism?
One of the most common questions I have been asked over the past 14 years is, “Can I be healthy and happy without Mormonism.” Having been raised a devout Mormon, …
Mormon Stories Billboard Campaign
10/13/2020 Our billboards have been tremendously successful in bringing new listeners to Mormon Stories Podcast. If you would like to continue supporting the billboard project, you can donate here. Sincerely, …
Please post your questions here for my “Dr. Michael Coe – Where is he now?” Interview
Esteemed Listeners – In 1.5 weeks I will re-interview Dr. Michael Coe (live…from his home in New Haven, Connecticut…with video even!) – as part of a new Mormon Stories Podcast …
A Second Provo MTC-Associated Abuser and Cover-Up: Mormon Bishop and MTC Dr. Richard Sampson
Mormon Stories Podcast has just received a tip about another Mormon sex abuser (in addition to Joseph Bishop) who is also a former Mormon bishop, and who is also associated …
Author Tara Westover – March 29th, 2018
Please join Mormon Stories for a live Q&A and book signing in conjunction with the King’s English Book Store. on Thursday, March 29th from 7pm-10pm. To RSVP, receive the event location …
Singer Angela Soffe – May 17th, 2018
Mormon Stories is proud to host a live in person podcast event with Angela Soffe on Thursday, May 17th from 7pm-10pm. Angela is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. She …