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 …
1287-1293: Surviving Spiritual Abuse and Suicidality as BYU-Idaho Faculty & Non-Believing Spouse – Ryan & Holly Nielsen
For today’s Mormon Stories Podcast episode we interview Ryan Nielsen and Holly Parson Nielsen, who were both raised as devout Mormons in Rexburg, Idaho. After marriage, Ryan worked as full-time …
1241-1243: Returning to Mormon Church Activity as an Unorthodox Believer (Joe Tippetts)
In my first sit-down with Joe Tippetts, Joe shared his story of how he became re-baptized into the Mormon church after resigning his membership. In this second sit-down, Joe explains …
1233-1235: Joe Tippetts – Rejoining the LDS Church after Resigning, and Building Bridges
Mormon Stories Podcast is back for 2020! In this kickoff interview we hear from a kind, thoughtful human named Joe Tippetts. Joe’s story is unique in that: He was raised …
1088-1090: A Celebration of Dan Wotherspoon and Mormon Matters
On March 24, 2019, we held an evening to honor and celebrate Dan Wotherspoon, host of Mormon Matters Podcast. As a part of this event, John interviewed Dan for a …
848-851: Mormon Millennial (Neo-) Apologist Jaxon Washburn
In this Mormon Stories Podcast episode, we interview millennial apologist Jaxon Washburn. Jaxon is 19 year old, pre-mission Mormon apologist attending Arizona State University. Jaxon was introduced to issues of …
785-786: Jon Ogden – Author of “When Mormons Doubt”
In these episodes of Mormon Stories, we interview Jon Ogden—author of When Mormons Doubt. Jon describes how his faith crisis blossomed during his LDS mission and time at BYU and …
779-780: Bill Reel’s Evolution
In our third sit-down with former Mormon Bishop and podcaster Bill Reel, we discuss: His early years as a convert to the Mormon church. His original motives for starting his podcast, …
765-766: Staying Actively Engaged in Mormonism – The “A Thoughtful Faith” Panel
In this Mormon Stories series, John and Margi interview three of the hard-working moderators for the “A Thoughtful Faith” Facebook support group. The ATF group is comprised of LDS church …
762-764: Natasha Helfer Parker – Mormon Sex Therapist
In this three-part series on Mormon Stories, we interview the fabulous Natasha Helfer Parker, MFT, CST — host of Mormon Mental Health podcast — to finally hear her “Mormon story.” This interview covers: …
759: The Courage of Savannah
In this episode of Mormon Stories we interview Savannah and her mother, Heather. Savannah recently generated international media attention when she came out as gay to her Mormon ward (congregation) in …
758: Staying Active in the Mormon Church as a semi- or non-believer
In this episode of Mormon Stories and Mormon Transitions, John and Margi reflect back on their 13 years of experience as semi- and non-believers and provide their advice on how …
752-753: Derrick Clements – Ethically Navigating the Middle Way of Mormonism
In these episodes of Mormon Stories, we interview Derrick Clements—a new contributor to “The Cheeky Mormon Movie Review” podcast series with Gina Colvin, avid podcaster, and reporter for Provo’s Daily …
693-696: Nadine McCombs Hansen – Progressive Mormon Pioneer
Nadine McCombs Hansen has been championing progressive causes within Mormonism for over three decades. Some of her efforts include: Supporting the Equal Rights Amendment as a Mormon mother, including interactions …
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691-692: Noah Rasheta, Founder of SecularBuddhism.com
Noah Rasheta is the CEO of iStabilizer, and the founder of Secular Buddhism podcast. Noah was raised in the LDS church with a U.S.-born father and a Mexican-born mother – living …
671-672: Amy McPhie Allebest, Author of “Dear Mormon Man, Tell Me What You Would Do”
Amy McPhie Allebest is a lifelong member of the Church, a returned missionary, a temple-married wife and mother of four, a writer, and a graduate student at Stanford University. Last month, …
665-666: Nathan Lisgo – Navigating the “Middle Way” in the U.K.
For my first interview in our “Mormons in the U.K.” series, I interview my dear friend Nathan Lisgo. In this two part series Nathan discusses: Growing up in Lancaster, England, serving a mission, getting …
658-660: Dr. Greg Prince – The Life of a Faithful Mormon Scientist and Historian
Dr. Greg Prince is best known within Mormonism as the author of three books: – Power from on High: The Development of Mormon Priesthood – David O. McKay and the …
649: Sam Young – Living the Law of Common Consent by Voting Opposed
Sam Young lived as an orthodox Mormon for several decades, including a full term as an LDS bishop and many years as a stake high counselor. After stumbling on the …
640: Staying Active in the LDS Church as an Unorthodox Member
In this episode Gina Colvin, Ph.D., Dan Wotherspoon, Ph.D., and Thomas McConkie explore the path of staying active in the LDS Church as an unorthodox member. This episode was recorded live …