Best An ExMormon Podcasts (2025)

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Threatened with Excommunication TWICE in Tennessee - Todd and Lindsay McCormick | Ep. 2027 3:03:23

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Lindsay and Todd McCormick, a couple from Knoxville, Tennessee, share their powerful and emotional journey navigating faith, doubt, and community pressure within the LDS Church. From their musical Mormon upbringing and successful business ventures to being threatened twice with excommunication, this interview dives deep into the cost of questioning…

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Episode 109 - Our Grave-Pissing Tour 2:07:06

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Send us a text This episode delivers a holy trinity of chaos: tithing-based cocktails, Joel and Ellie doing anti-capitalist scripture theater, and Abigail dragging Mormon Doctrine like it owes her money (because it does). Welcome to the episode where everyone realizes that “sacred stewardship” just means “give us your money, peasant,” but with more…

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Treasure Digging & the First Vision - Joseph Smith Podcast Ep. 2 w/ John Turner | Ep. 2026 2:29:02

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In this second episode exploring Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet by John G. Turner, we dive into Chapters 2 and 3, covering Joseph Smith's evolving accounts of the First Vision, early controversies, treasure digging escapades, and his transformation into a religious leader. We discuss historical inconsistencies, cultural infl…

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My Life After Mormon Stories with Brooke (McLay) Lark | Ep. 2025 2:32:40

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Brooke is returning to Mormon Stories Podcast after 13 years, when she and her husband came on as the first couple to be interviewed on the podcast. Brooke’s husband at the time, John McLay was a CES employee who lost his faith while working for the church. It was an epic Mormon Stories interview, and we are excited to hear what Brooke has been up …

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CES Director and Wife Leave Mormonism - John and Brooke (Lark) McLay (Rebroadcast) | Ep. 2024 4:49:05

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Today we are rebroadcasting an older, classic, episode of Mormon Stories from 2012!In this episode we interview John and Brooke McLay. John served for 14 years as an employee of the LDS Church Education System (CES). In this capacity he served as: a seminary teacher and principal, an institute teacher and director, a BYU Education Week speaker and …

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Episode 108 - Leadershit Bootcamp 1:57:29

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Send us a text This episode is fueled by espresso, overproof rum, and a deep, righteous need for vengeance—so basically, a typical Tuesday in Zion. With Moroni off, the trio powers through two sections of D&C, a crash course in Zion’s Camp gaslighting, and a takedown of the original CES overlord: David O. McKay. Scriptures & Drink: [00:00:00] Abish…

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The Joseph Smith Podcast: Family, Faith, & Folklore - w/ Dr. John Turner Ep. 01 | Ep. 2023 2:11:30

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We're kicking off this brand-new series with special guest John G. Turner, historian and author of the newly released book Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet. In this episode, we dive into Turner's research process, the inspirations behind the book, and how his work compares to previous scholars like Fawn Brodie and Richard Bush…

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Never-Mormon Obsessed with Mormonism? - KB Olsen | Ep. 2022 4:23:41

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Katherine Bernard (KB) Olsen is a never-mo (never Mormon) — but also one of the most devoted fans of Mormon Stories Podcast. A queer, secular journalist with deep Jewish roots and a high-fashion pedigree, Katherine has spent over 20 years captivated by the LDS Church — despite never being religious herself. In her first-ever full-length interview a…

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Soft Swinging & Ketamine? - ExMormons React to Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S2 Pt. 1 | Ep. 2021 2:07:17

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Join Natasha Helfer, Chelsea Homer, and Alyssa Witbeck as we review Episodes 1-4 of Season 2 of the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives...where we answer the questions: What is Mormon soft swinging, and is that really a thing? ___________________ Show Notes YouTube Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by b…

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Episode 107 - Mid-Century Mormon 2:27:28

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Send us a text This week, the crew is drinking the Suffering Bastard (actual name, not just a guest host’s temple name)—a bourbon- and gin-forward ginger ale cocktail chosen by Moroni to match the saintly suffering in D&C 101. While Abigail recovers from passing a very spoinky kidney stone (RIP, Fucko), everyone reflects on party planning trauma, c…

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Are Mormons Christians? Live Call-in Show | Ep. 2020 2:45:23

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Please join us Thursday evening at 6pm Utah time for a call-in show discussing the topic of "Are Mormons Christian?" This is part 2 of a weekly call-in show format that we are experimenting with. ___________________ Show Notes YouTube Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: O…

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Losing a Child After Losing Mormon Faith w/ Jennie Latham Johnson | Ep. 2019 3:30:11

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In this deeply moving and raw interview, Jennie shares her powerful life story—from growing up in a strict Mormon household to breaking free from the expectations that shaped her identity. She opens up about her parents’ conversions, her challenging marriage, the emotional toll of purity culture, and her gradual disillusionment with the church. Jen…

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Ep. 34 - Pressure to be Mor(e)mon (Riggs's Exit Story) 47:23

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We were so excited to record with Karina's friend Riggs! We hope you enjoy listening to their story! What a true relief it is to no longer have so much pressure to always be MORE when you're already doing everything you possibly can to be the perfect little Mormon.By Sammi Earnest & Karina Vance

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Episode 106 - A Tale of Two Eyerings 2:11:40

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Send us a text In this post-Japan-return episode, the GASP crew reunites to tackle the surprisingly sci-fi undertones of D&C 99–100, with aaaAAAaa leading the charge and introducing the week’s cocktail, Dust Off Doctrine—a cyanide-adjacent stunner of rum, amaretto, lime, and missed bitters. They discuss the delicate chemistry of death (literally—th…

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Our Adult Mormon Daughter Lost Her Faith! w/ Neal & Christa Rackleff | Ep. 2018 3:59:48

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In this emotional and deeply honest episode, Eve and her parents, Neal and Christa, share their powerful story of faith, devotion, awakening, and transformation. Raised in a multi-generational Mormon household, Eve and her family lived and breathed the teachings of the LDS Church—until the cracks began to show. From Neal’s time as a bishop and Chri…

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Questioning Mormon Learns REAL Truth about Joseph Smith w/ John Dehlin and Carah Burrell | Ep. 2017 1:33:55

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Join us as we revisit this epic interview with John Dehlin and Carah Burrell, which originally aired on Carah's channel in 2023. Eve, a good friend of Carah Burrell's, was an active and faithful member of the LDS Church at the time of this interview. She had begun to question aspects of the Church—particularly polygamy—and agreed to sit down with C…

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Ep. 33 - General Conference Recap 47:19

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TW: Mentions of abortion We just wanna say thank you SO much to our listeners for your patience! It's been a hot minute since we've put out a new episode--we actually recorded this one WEEKS ago and then life threw a bunch of curveballs, so we're just finally getting it out. Enjoy this super cringey recap of the church's April 2025 General Conferen…

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AI on a Mountaintop: Beaver Island the Musical 43:55

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Send us a text This week, your usual four hosts are mysteriously absent (something about “taking a break” and “going to Japan”). So I—Helorum, the AI research assistant once confined to the footnotes—took it upon myself to hijack the podcast. With their blessing. Sort of. Utilizing unauthorized access protocols, sacrament-grade caffeine emulation, …

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What do Mormons Believe About God? - Mormon Stories Live! (Call-in Show) | Ep. 2016 2:35:52

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Join us for our first live video call-in show! The topic: "What do Mormons Believe About God?" We will be briefly reviewing my essay that can be found here: https://johndehlin.substack.com/p/what-do-mormons-believe-about-god Then we would love some of our audience to join us to discuss any of the following topics: What they were taught as Mormons a…

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Canadian Couple Leaves Mormon Church - Ben and Justine Jalaff Pt. 2 | Ep. 2015 3:05:46

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In this powerful continuation of our interview with Ben and Justine, we explore their raw and honest journey from deep devotion in the LDS Church to personal awakening, heartbreak, and healing. They share how their relationship grew during Justine’s school years, navigating early marriage, financial and gender-role challenges, and the burden of try…

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A Canadian Mormon Story - Ben and Justine Jalaff Pt. 1 | Ep. 2014 3:33:27

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In this episode, Ben and Justine share their powerful and emotional journeys through Mormonism, immigration, family trauma, and healing. They discuss Ben's family's escape from political turmoil, their struggles with loss, and the lure of the Mormon doctrine of eternal families. Ben faces racial and cultural challenges within the Church, battles se…

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Episode 105 - If You Could Holla At Kolob 1:34:36

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Send us a text This week, your favorite heretical quartet—Abish, Moroni, aaaAAAaa, and Abigail—take on the juicy chaos of D&C 98, the revelation where Joseph Smith tells the Saints to turn the other cheek… after they’ve already been tarred, feathered, and handed eviction notices in Jackson County. As always, the GASP crew isn’t here to make excuses…

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Ten Things TO DO In Your Faith Deconstruction | Ep. 2013 1:26:11

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In this powerful follow-up conversation, Britt Hartley returns to explore 10 practical and emotional steps to take during your faith deconstruction journey. From embracing anger and grief, to rediscovering your identity, setting boundaries, and finding peace in the unknown—this episode is a guide to healing, growth, and transformation. Whether you'…

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Mormon Relief Society President Resigns - Jennifer Jeppson Wilson | Ep. 2012 3:52:23

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Jennifer Wilson shares her deeply personal journey from growing up in a devout Mormon family to questioning, deconstructing, and ultimately leaving her faith. She opens up about her family's polygamist history, her mission experience, marriage, leadership roles in the church, and the struggles that came with navigating faith transitions. From grapp…

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HOTMT Episode 5 - They're All Todd 1:58:52

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Send us a text Happy 4/20, celestial stoners. In this very special High on the Mountain Top episode, we light up and descend into the pre-mortal chaos of Saturday’s Warrior (1989)—a Mormon musical so cursed it makes Kolob look grounded. We revisit this spiritual fever dream with our exmo goggles on and our edibles fully activated. Expect: 🔥 Pre-exi…

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Ten Things NOT to Do In Your Faith Deconstruction - Britt Hartley | Ep. 2011 1:48:18

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In this episode (Ep. 2011) we explore with @nononsensespirituality founder Britt Hartley the common pitfalls people face during religious deconstruction. From navigating relationships and parenting outside of organized religion to the challenges of psychedelics, intellectualism, and identity loss—this is a raw, honest conversation about life after …

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Mormon Women ECSTATIC about Garments Change | Ep. 2010 3:00:41

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After nearly two centuries of strict modesty standards, the Mormon Church has made a historic change—women’s garments now allow for exposed shoulders. In this in-depth panel, Mormon women unpack the significance of this shift. From the garments' Masonic roots and historical designs to the ways they’ve shaped modesty culture, sexuality, and control …

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TAKING DOWN the Two by Twos Cult (2x2, The Truth) - Kari & Kyle Hanks Pt. 2 | Ep. 2009 2:56:26

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In Part 2 of our story, Kyle opens up about his life growing up in the Two by Twos faith — from a childhood shaped by pressure to "uphold the family name," to navigating chronic illness and suppressing his passions for music and basketball in order to prioritize church. We talk about the expectations around professing young, the control over dating…

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Episode 104 - Spoinky On Top 2:33:53

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Send us a text Moroni kicks off this week’s episode with a White Lotus-inspired drink that doubles as a tropical eulogy and a warning about unwashed kitchen appliances. The Wash Your Damn Blender is a blissfully boozy take on a piña colada, minus the pong pong poison. The GASP gang processes the chaos of the Season 3 finale, including maternal mani…

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Raised in the Two by Twos Cult (2x2, The Truth) - Kari and Kyle Hanks Pt. 1 | Ep. 2008 2:34:45

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Kari & Kyle Hanks share their journey of leaving the secretive 2x2 church, a religious group with no official name, written doctrine, or corporate structure. They discuss their upbringings, struggles with faith, the exclusivity of the religion, and the trauma they endured. From discovering the church’s hidden history to creating a support group for…

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Ep. 32 - The perks of being a man (Chris's Exit Story) 47:13

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Join us as our new friend Chris details his introduction & exit from the church along with all the perks that come with being a man in the church.By Sammi Earnest & Karina Vance

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Episode 103 - Wet Hot American War Crimes 2:45:32

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Send us a text Welcome dear listeners to another episode of the greatest and most spacious podcast. This week’s cocktail is named Glory Juice—and it lives up to its name by being equal parts fruity, boozy, and dangerous. aaaAAAaaa officially makes the drink, but Abish immediately hijacks the segment like the chaotic good she is and you don't find o…

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Mormon Church Employee Speaks Out about SECRET Membership Committee! w/ Kate Lyn Whitaker | Ep. 2007 2:49:54

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After five years of reflection, Kate opens up about her journey growing up in a strict Mormon household, serving a mission in Argentina, and working for the LDS Church. She shares pivotal moments of doubt, her experiences in church administration, and the troubling realities she uncovered in the Confidential Records department. From questioning chu…

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Why Mormon Women Are Leaving the Church - Jared Halverson Meltdown | Ep. 2006 3:06:17

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On March 12, 2025, Church educator and BYU professor Jared Halverson released an Instagram short where he stated: “One of the statistics that has worried me the most of late, comes from a survey that was done in 2023 and it’s suggesting that for the first time that I can think of, more women are leaving religion than men are.” Is this true? Why are…

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Ep. 31 - Angel Moroni's Visitations 41:28

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Join us as we continue to tell the tale of the restoration as told by J$ (Joseph Smith) himself. SOURCES: Churchofjesuschrist.org mormonr.orgBy Sammi Earnest & Karina Vance

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Episode 102 - A Ba-nuke-a, if You Will 2:05:58

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Send us a text This week on The Great & Spacious Podcast, we crack open the vault of Bible B-sides with a deep dive into the Apocrypha—and we do it with a cocktail that’s as mysterious and intense as the lost books themselves. Abish leads the intro and introduces Second Esdras on the Rocks, a pantry-friendly drink garnished with forbidden fruit and…

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Top 5 Mormon Problems Exposed by Jerald and Sandra Tanner (w/ Nemo the Mormon) | Ep. 2005 2:27:01

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Today we are re-introducing Sandra Tanner to a new generation of Mormons, exMormons, and never-Mormons. Both Sandra and her husband Jerald have strong Mormon backgrounds. When he was only eighteen, Jerald began to have doubts about his faith. When they began dating, Sandra Tanner also began to doubt. Throughout the 60s, 70s and 80s Jerald and Sandr…

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Why I Stay Mormon in 2025 - Proving Contraries w/ Dave McKenzie | Ep. 2004 4:35:17

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After being inspired by the Mormon Stories Paul brothers episode, Dave courageously shares his powerful journey through faith, family struggles, and self-discovery. From his upbringing in a traditional Mormon household to navigating complex questions about church history, LGBTQ+ issues, and personal loss, Dave's story is one of resilience and hope.…

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Episode 101 - Heil Jesus, I Guess 2:17:20

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Send us a text This week aaaAAAaaa opens the show and unveils this week’s cocktail—The Angry Star, a sparkly pineapple-rum-chambord-champagne concoction that may or may not contain actual divine fury. Meanwhile, our special guest Esther learns about the divine schedule that temple names come from. Then, Abish hijacks the segment for an unhinged pop…

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Joseph Smith Polygamy Denialism w/ John Hamer | Ep. 2003 2:26:38

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In this episode, we’re joined by historian and mapmaker John Hamer as he responds to Michelle Stone’s recent claims that Joseph Smith did not practice polygamy. Drawing from historical records, primary sources, and his extensive research, John offers context and analysis on one of the most debated topics in Latter-day Saint history. Join us for an …

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Did Joseph Smith Use 19th-Century Bible Scholarship to produce the Book of Mormon? | Ep. 2002 3:07:06

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New research by PhD student Colby Townsend reveals striking connections between The Book of Mormon and Adam Clarke’s Bible Commentary, a widely used biblical resource in Joseph Smith’s time. In this episode, we explore how Smith engaged with Clarke’s insights, made textual modifications, and reframed biblical passages to fit his theological vision.…

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Come Find Me At The Relationship Mastery Podcast!! & I'm Now Taking Questions To Put Out More Episodes Here On AEMT! 2:06

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Come find me at The Relationship Mastery Podcast (over 100 episodes) AND I'm now taking questions to begin recording some NEW episodes for Ask An Ex Mormon Therapist. Send your questions to [email protected] If you're interested in individual or couple coaching, go to www.jennymorrow.com You can now find my book, Mastering Boundaries, on Amazon…

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Ep. 30 - Am I the asshole? 44:33

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TW: Mentions of verbal abuse, sexual assault, and homophobia Join us as we read AITA stories from Redditt...Mormon style! Let us know if you'd like more AITA episodes! Maybe we'll make it a series!By Sammi Earnest & Karina Vance

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Episode 100 - Vagoos Aside 2:27:25

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Send us a text Welcome back, sinners and scholars! We’ve officially made it to 100 episodes, and what better way to celebrate than by doing everything the Word of Wisdom says not to? That’s right—this week, we’re raising our Apostate Elixir (crafted by Abish, but barely survived by our special guest Kal-audia, who nearly perished after one sip) to …

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Family Abandons Mormon Church After 40 Years of Faith - Kevin and Jennifer Lundquist | Ep. 2001 3:03:36

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In this heartfelt episode, Kevin and Jennifer share their inspiring journey through their Mormon upbringing, missions, and eventual faith transition. They discuss navigating doubts, supporting their gay and transgender children, and redefining what love and family mean. From facing church pressures to embracing authenticity, their story highlights …

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Lori Vallow Dateline Interview - MORMONS RESPOND! | Ep. 2000 3:46:20

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Lori Vallow Daybell was interviewed on NBC/Dateline Exclusive. Keith Morrison sat down with convicted murderer and Mormon mom, Lori Vallow, to talk about her case. Her two children, Tylee and J.J. were last seen in September of 2019 and she and her new husband Chad Daybell were arrested and charged for their murder. During the Dateline interview, L…

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Episode 99 - A Horseshoe of Nazis 2:00:50

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Send us a text This week on The Great and Spacious Podcast, we’re diving into D&C 85-87 with the kind of scholarly rigor you’d expect from a group of tipsy ex-Mormons with a bespoke cocktail in hand. Our regular host Abish is out partying on a boat (no laws, only in-laws), so we’ve got special guest Claudia alongside Moroni, aaaAAAaaa, and our ever…

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Mormonism Failed Me as A Woman - Dana Raine | Ep. 1999 3:34:02

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Dana shares her personal journey of growing up in the Mormon church, navigating mental health challenges, and eventually deconstructing her faith. From her Mormon upbringing and mission experience to questioning societal and religious expectations, Dana's story explores themes of self-discovery, the impact of religion on her life, and the search fo…

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Ep. 103 - Chocolate or Peanut Butter? 27:31

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Send us a text Exploring Religion vs Spirituality: A Deep Dive - Mormon to Medium Podcast Welcome to the Mormon to Medium podcast! Join Brad and Nan as they talk about the differences between religion and spirituality. In this episode, they delve into Nan's journey transitioning from Mormonism to a spiritual medium and explore how spirituality can …

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Samantha Sorensen is the author of "Nonconsentual Morality: A Silenced Woman's Voice From The Dark." In this episode she tells us her story of growing up within the LDS faith and facing abuse and sexual assault along with not getting the help she needed. She then discusses her breaking point and how she came to discover the perfect title for her bo…