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A podcast for post and nuanced Mormons seeking a joyful life as they navigate their faith journey outside of orthodox Mormonism. Donate to Mormonish Podcast here: https://www.mormonishpodcast.org/support

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Fairview Mayor Henry Lessner Speaks Out

Mar 07 2025 53 mins  
On this special episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by Fairview Mayor, Henry Lessner to discuss the proposed McKinney LDS temple and the potential lawsuit threatened by the LDS church.It was a pleasure to have Mayor Lessner on the podcast. We've all read his statements, seen him in action during town council meetings, and watched his interviews on various ne

Just How "Christian" Were the Founding Fathers?

Mar 06 2025 109 mins  
On this episode of Mormonish, Rebecca and Landon are joined by Professor Matthew Harris to discuss the question of whether America was originally founded as a Christian nation or a secular republic. Evangelicals would have you believe that God played a prominent role, while the nones may believe otherwise. This debate has resulted in a culture war over the narrative that shapes The

Does the LDS 12 Step Program Work? With Former Addict and Facilitator Colleen Johnston

Mar 05 2025 109 mins  
On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by Colleen Johnston, a facilitator in the LDS addiction recovery 12 step program for almost two decades. Colleen is also a recovering addict who shares her incredible journey in the LDS church and her lifestyle that was very different from what the gospel was teaching.Colleen has a unique perspective on the LDS chu

The Nauvoo Expositor Affidavits: Polygamy's Smoking Gun w/ Radio Free Mormon

Feb 28 2025 77 mins  
With renewed interest in The Nauvoo Expositor affidavits as a “silver bullet” for proving Joseph Smith practiced polygamy, Mormonish is releasing its episode with RFM debuting his groundbreaking evidence about the polygamy affidavits contained in the Expositor. No one breaks down the evidence quite like RFM and by the end of the episode you’ll understand why the terms “smok

Are LDS Funerals Just for Proselyitizing?

Feb 25 2025 99 mins  
On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by favorite returning guest, Rob Lauer to discuss LDS funerals.Many people see LDS funerals as an attempt to proselytize their doctrine and The Plan of Salvation with little attention paid to the person who has passed away.There are many horror stories of LDS funerals completely ignoring the family, the wishes of t

LDS Mission Nurse Speaks Out On Missionary Mental Health Crisis

Feb 18 2025 94 mins  
On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by a former LDS mission nurse to discuss the concerning topic of missionary mental health. Our guest served as a mission nurse in a South American mission and saw first hand the struggle with mental health many missionaries have. Pulling back the curtain of secrecy, she shines a light on efforts to support and help

The Crazy History of LDS Temple Sealings: It's Not What You Think!

Feb 17 2025 98 mins  
On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Landon and Rebecca discuss the history of LDS temple sealings, as we begin to realize it's not at all what we were taught it was.We explore the idea of the past use and meanings of sealings in many different ways that may pave a way to see temple sealings in a whole new light and perhaps even create a way forward for same-sex temple marriage.Us

Can I Join the LDS Church if I Don't Believe the Book of Mormon is Historical?

Feb 11 2025 111 mins  
On this episode of Momonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon delve into a question posed on faithful social media by someone considering joining the LDS church. This potential convert seemed to have an issue believing the Book of Mormon to be historical and reached out on social media to ask if you can be LDS and not believe in the historicity of the book. The answers from faithful memb

Do Mormons Believe in Guardian Angels? with Master Peace Ron Yorgason

Feb 07 2025 87 mins  
On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by Master Peace, Ron Yorgason to explore the question, "Do Mormons believe in guardian angels?" I'm sure we have all heard the stories from the pulpit or from family members telling of miraculous rescues or events involving guardian angels. Some Mormons believe that your guardian angel is a deceased relative who ha

What Do Faithful LDS Think of the Fairview Lawsuit?

Feb 04 2025 159 mins  
On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon read through comments found on faithful social media discussing the LDS church's intent to sue the town of Fairview Texas over their proposed temple. The comments give us a window into what the faithful LDS think about their church pursuing litigation to achieve their goals. The results were very eye opening!***How to DONATE