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In this explosive episode of “Radio Free Mormon,” RFM delves into the shocking revelations surrounding “Operation Underground Railroad” (OUR) and anti-trafficking activist Tim Ballard (OUR). Documents obtained by VICE News unveil a complex web of connections, alleging that a prominent figure within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, President M. Russell Ballard, played a secret role in “Operation Underground Railroad” activities. Insider information describes Ballard’s claims of a covert collaboration between OUR, his personal ventures, and the senior church leader Russell M Ballard. Their alleged aim: to use the anti-trafficking cause as a means to draw Americans into the Mormon faith. As RFM uncovers the intricate details, listeners will learn about the extent of the ties between the two Ballards, involving business arrangements, blessings, and even interactions with a psychic claiming to communicate beyond the veil. Moreover, the episode highlights the fallout from these revelations. Tim Ballard’s departure from “Operation Underground Railroad” amid internal investigations coincided with the unexpected success of “Sound of Freedom,” a fictionalized account of his child-rescue missions. RFM dissects the statements provided by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which firmly denounces any endorsement or support for “Operation Underground Railroad” and Tim Ballard’s projects. The podcast uncovers a trove of psychic readings, purportedly used in OUR’s operations, raising questions about the legitimacy of their missions. As the episode unfolds, RFM explores the ramifications of these revelations on Tim Ballard’s professional and political aspirations. Despite being effectively denounced by the Mormon power structure, Ballard’s persistence and ability to reinvent himself remain remarkable. Listeners will be captivated by this in-depth exposé, shedding light on a controversy that challenges perceptions of faith, activism, and personal ambition. “Operation Underground Railroad Unveiled: The Tim Ballard Controversy” promises to be a riveting and thought-provoking installment of “Radio Free Mormon.” RESOURCES: https://www.vice.com/en/article/bvjypz/mormon-church-denounces-tim-ballards-morally-unacceptable-activities

One LDS couple shares their experience about how the LDS Church tries to prevent members from sharing uncomfortable truths with each other. Chapters5:00 Guest introduction15:00 The video that started it all24:00 Voting opposed 44:00 Fast & Testimony Meeting50:00 Canceling church58:00 Chatbot and circular reasoning59:30 Aftermath of the testimony meeting1:02:30 The nightmare1:05:00 Email from the Bishop1:15:15 Stake President meets him in the parking lot1:17:00 Another fast & testimony meeting1:37:25 The Cops show up at the house1:50:00 A Cowardly Letter from Kirton McConkie2:03:45 The Texts 2:17:15 In Closing2:26:00 Calls Episodes mentioned: The Rules of the Game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_c4md93lOm8Why Mormons Are So Fake: Radio Free Mormon: 079: Why Are Mormons So Fake – Radio Free MormonLDS AI Chat: LDSBot.com ___________________Welcome to “Mormonism Live,” the ultimate talk show that delves into the messiness of Mormon history and theology while also tackling current events with a live call-in section at the end of every episode. Hosted by two trusted voices in the Mormon community, Radio Free Mormon (RFM) and Bill Reel, this podcast has been taking on the tough issues and exploring the nuances of the LDS faith for years. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: https://mormonismlive.org/2020/12/mormonism-live/?default_interval=mTake a look at our Merch! https://www.exmoshirts.com/collections/mormondiscussionsSign up for our (mostly) quarterly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hrnr4P Our Platforms:MormonDiscussions.org, MormonismLIVE.orgSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19LxPcTdYUeBhEqUaZNCFmApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormonism-live/id1546629841 Connect on Social Media:Private facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1307897462893835Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mormondiscussion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormondiscussionDiscord (hosted by Mormon Stories): https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjFhttps://twitter.com/MormonDisc Contact us: MormonDiscussionsPodcasts@gmail.com #MormonismLive #MormonDiscussions #RadioFreeMormon Mormon Discussion Inc is a 501(c)(3) and is in the arena of journalistic work and is part of a free press. Any of the awesome content or the solid opinions expressed, implied or included in Mormon Discussion Inc’s podcast lineup and production are solely those of Mormon Discussion Inc. and/or its program hosts and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Radio Free Mormon shares with his audience the latest saga regarding Jenn Kamp. That in fact Jenn Kamp has attempted to get Radio Free Mormon disbarred. RFM explains the dirty little details in this episode and shares with his audience both what Jenn shared in her claims and what the Washington State Bar Association responded…. Did RFM get disbarred? Did Jenn Kamp have a viable claim? Can RFM continue to practice law? All this and more in today’s episode of Radio Free Mormon “Jenn Kamp Tries to Get RFM Disbarred”

Embark with “Mormonism Live” on a thought-provoking journey with its hosts Bill Reel and RFM in their podcast, “Is Mormonism True Or Is It A Fraud?” as they investigate the LDS Church Truth claims, how those claims run into a wall of contradictions, and how the LDS Church simply moved the goalposts so as to make Mormonism indiscernible from a fraud. This podcast sheds light on the problematic issues that have cast shadows of doubt upon the LDS faithful as Bill Reel and RFM take you on a captivating exploration of the Church’s ever-evolving framing of these issues. Discover how, when faced with the doubts and faith crises of LDS believers, the Church and its apologists have skillfully retreated on each issue, artfully crafting new narratives that blur the line between truth and potential fraud. The podcast unravels Joseph Smith and the Mormon Church’s truth claims, examining the complex history that surrounds the foundational beliefs of the LDS faith. In “Is Mormonism True Or Is It A Fraud?” you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the delicate balance between faith and skepticism within the LDS community. Join us as we navigate the intricate landscape of Mormonism, questioning the past while seeking to uncover the truth in the present.RESOURCES:  Mormon quotes about Adam God theory (mormonthink.com)

Dr. John Lundwall explains how the Book of Mormon not only contains anachronisms, but is actually an anachronism itself. Chapters 08:00 John’s intro 10:10 Orality & Literacy 11:12 Entire presentation summarized in one slide 23:00 Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man 24:00 The Medium is the message 27:15 Printing Press as Medium 32:00 Oral and Literate Mediums 41:20 Oral Imprinting Press 52:30 Secondary Orality 57:15 Metal Plates: History or Ritual? 58:00 Literate thinking 1:00:00 Mythologizing History 1:04:30 Evolution of Religion 1:07:00 Evolution of the Word 1:20:00 Joseph Smith Assumes History is Literate 1:31:30 Nephite & Lamanite Civilizations are Fully Literate Welcome to “Mormonism Live,” the ultimate talk show that delves into the messiness of Mormon history and theology while also tackling current events with a live call-in section at the end of every episode. Hosted by two trusted voices in the Mormon community, Radio Free Mormon (RFM) and Bill Reel, this podcast has been taking on the tough issues and exploring the nuances of the LDS faith for years. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: https://mormonismlive.org/2020/12/mormonism-live/?default_interval=mTake a look at our Merch! https://www.exmoshirts.com/collections/mormondiscussionsSign up for our (mostly) quarterly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hrnr4P Our Platforms:MormonDiscussions.org, MormonismLIVE.orgSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19LxPcTdYUeBhEqUaZNCFmApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormonism-live/id1546629841 Connect on Social Media:Private facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1307897462893835Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mormondiscussion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormondiscussionDiscord (hosted by Mormon Stories): https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjFhttps://twitter.com/MormonDisc Contact us: MormonDiscussionsPodcasts@gmail.com MormonismLive #MormonDiscussions #RadioFreeMormon Mormon Discussion Inc is a 501(c)(3) and is in the arena of journalistic work and is part of a free press. Any of the awesome content or the solid opinions expressed, implied or included in Mormon Discussion Inc’s podcast lineup and production are solely those of Mormon Discussion Inc. and/or its program hosts and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

RFM reviews insights from Lester Bush’s groundbreaking 1973 Dialogue article on the history of the priesthood and temple ban!

In this episode, we delve deep into the controversial history of the LDS (Latter-day Saints) Church’s priesthood ban, shedding light on the untold truths and deceptions that shaped this discriminatory practice. From its mysterious origins to its lasting impact, we uncover a story that challenges the foundation of faith and reveals the complex interplay of faith, culture, and racism.RESOURCES:Lester Bush’s original Article – https://www.dialoguejournal.com/wp-content/uploads/sbi/articles/Dialogue_V08N01_13.pdfLester Bush – https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1032&context=mormonhistory pg 229https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1013&context=arrington_stwriting  Elder Oaks “Be One Celebration” – https://youtu.be/ZXrlHULMFcE  Bruce R McConkie “All Are Alike unto God” – https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/bruce-r-mcconkie/alike-unto-god/Bruce R. McConkie April 1980 “The Coming Tests and Trials and Glory”https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/the-coming-tests-and-trials-and-glory?lang=eng Randy Bott – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_L._BottOfficial Statement of the Church https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/race-church Elder Holland – https://www.pbs.org/mormons/interviews/holland.html2007  “The Mormons” Abraham 1: 21-22, 26-27 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/pgp/abr/1?lang=eng Moses Chapter 7: 6-8https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/pgp/moses/7?lang=eng  Joseph Smith “Messenger & Advocate – pg 289 https://archive.org/details/latterdaysaintsm01unse/page/n303/mode/2up   Brigham Young  address before the legislative assembly of the Territory of Utah on January 6, 1852 https://archive.org/details/CR100317B0001F0017/mode/2uphttps://www.theroot.com/do-most-whites-have-traces-of-african-dna-as-i-do-1790874465 https://www.vox.com/2014/12/22/7431391/guess-where-white-americans-have-the-most-african-ancestry  Dr Lowry Nelson Correspondence – https://www.mormonstories.org/lowry-nelson/ Race and The Priesthood Gospel Topic Essay https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/race-and-the-priesthood?lang=eng  1969 First Presidency Letter – http://exhibits.usu.edu/files/original/aecf91ae5ab5e2af3892cd200971fd39.pdfMissed In Sunday School – https://missedinsunday.com/category/memes/race/  Brigham Young’s Prophecy – https://jod.mrm.org/2/136  Racist LDS Teacings – https://bib.irr.org/brigham-young-on-race-later-comments  ___________________Welcome to “Mormonism Live,” the ultimate talk show that delves into the messiness of Mormon history and theology while also tackling current events with a live call-in section at the end of every episode. Hosted by two trusted voices in the Mormon community, Radio Free Mormon (RFM) and Bill Reel, this podcast has been taking on the tough issues and exploring the nuances of the LDS faith for years.Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: https://mormonismlive.org/2020/12/mormonism-live/?default_interval=mTake a look at our Merch! https://www.exmoshirts.com/collections/mormondiscussionsSign up for our (mostly) quarterly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hrnr4POur Platforms:MormonDiscussions.org, MormonismLIVE.orgSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19LxPcTdYUeBhEqUaZNCFmApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormonism-live/id1546629841 Connect on Social Media:Private facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1307897462893835Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mormondiscussion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormondiscussionDiscord (hosted by Mormon Stories): https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjFhttps://twitter.com/MormonDiscContact us: MormonDiscussionsPodcasts@gmail.com#MormonismLive #MormonDiscussions #RadioFreeMormonMormon Discussion Inc is a 501(c)(3) and is in the arena of journalistic work and is part of a free press. Any of the awesome content or the solid opinions expressed, implied or included in Mormon Discussion Inc’s podcast lineup and production are solely those of Mormon Discussion Inc. and/or its program hosts and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The podcast explores a Church survey about reasons for leaving, including dishonesty and historical suppression. It discusses church leaders hiding information and the church's use of surveys, contradicting divine guidance. The speaker reflects on doubts and changing beliefs while highlighting the frequency of certain approaches in LDS church culture. Brigham Young's perspective on being a good person is highlighted. The importance of various actions and beliefs in church culture is discussed, including limited personal growth and opportunities for church indoctrination.

Dismantling Brian Hales’ Book of Mormon Defense: ML: 141 In this episode, hosts RFM and Bill Reel team up with LDS scholar Dan Vogel to critically examine the arguments put forth by LDS apologist Brian Hales in defense of the Book of Mormon’s authenticity. They discuss Hales’ reasons and defenses of why the BOM can’t possibly be a work of fiction authored without God’s involvement. The conversation offers a scholarly exploration of the strengths and weaknesses of Hales’ defense, encouraging listeners to engage in thoughtful analysis of the Book of Mormon’s origins. RESOURCES: https://www.rickgrunder.com/parallels/mp193.pdfhttps://missedinsunday.com/memes/scripture/paul-vs-moroni/https://missedinsunday.com/memes/other/adamic-language/https://missedinsunday.com/memes/scripture/plagiarism-in-book-of-mormon/https://missedinsunday.com/memes/scripture/king-james-bible/http://www.fullerconsideration.com/TempleNameOracle/https://missedinsunday.com/memes/scripture/mark-16/ ___________________Welcome to “Mormonism Live,” the ultimate talk show that delves into the messiness of Mormon history and theology while also tackling current events with a live call-in section at the end of every episode. Hosted by two trusted voices in the Mormon community, Radio Free Mormon (RFM) and Bill Reel, this podcast has been taking on the tough issues and exploring the nuances of the LDS faith for years.Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: https://mormonismlive.org/2020/12/mormonism-live/?default_interval=mTake a look at our Merch! https://www.exmoshirts.com/collections/mormondiscussionsSign up for our (mostly) quarterly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hrnr4POur Platforms:MormonDiscussions.org, MormonismLIVE.orgSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19LxPcTdYUeBhEqUaZNCFmApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormonism-live/id1546629841 Connect on Social Media:Private facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1307897462893835Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mormondiscussion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormondiscussionDiscord (hosted by Mormon Stories): https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjFhttps://twitter.com/MormonDiscContact us: MormonDiscussionsPodcasts@gmail.com#MormonismLive #MormonDiscussions #RadioFreeMormonMormon Discussion Inc is a 501(c)(3) and is in the arena of journalistic work and is part of a free press. Any of the awesome content or the solid opinions expressed, implied or included in Mormon Discussion Inc’s podcast lineup and production are solely those of Mormon Discussion Inc. and/or its program hosts and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.___________________

Brian Hales & The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Book Review: ML: 140 We lost Dan due to storms affecting his internet connection, so join us next week for part 2! In this week’s episode, Mormon apologist Brian Hales enters the scene to deliver a 2-star review of “Charisma under Pressure,” the groundbreaking book by Mormon critic Dan Vogel. As the battle of perspectives unfolds, it becomes apparent that Brian’s review may not be all it seems, raising questions about intellectual honesty and genuine consideration. While giving us all pause to consider the believing mindset and church loyalty of its apologists while also considering the fine line between passionate belief and intentional misleading. Chapters09:00 The Review17:30 Brian Hales by the numbers23:25 The first paragraph28:00 Brian makes the caricatures 32:30 Second paragraph34:15 God of the (dictation) gap48:00 RFM on the revelations Joseph also got50:00 BoM a “complex” book1:08:45 Joseph’s Composition and Oratory skills1:27:45 Bill goes over proof he is a liar1:30:45 Caller: Brian, words aren’t miracles1:39:20 NaNoWriMo1:45:25 Caller: I wrote my 77,000 Master’s thesis as a mom of 5 in two months Welcome to “Mormonism Live,” the ultimate talk show that delves into the messiness of Mormon history and theology while also tackling current events with a live call-in section at the end of every episode. Hosted by two trusted voices in the Mormon community, Radio Free Mormon (RFM) and Bill Reel, this podcast has been taking on the tough issues and exploring the nuances of the LDS faith for years.Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: https://mormonismlive.org/2020/12/mormonism-live/?default_interval=mTake a look at our Merch! https://www.exmoshirts.com/collections/mormondiscussionsSign up for our (mostly) quarterly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hrnr4P Our Platforms:MormonDiscussions.org, MormonismLIVE.orgSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19LxPcTdYUeBhEqUaZNCFmApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormonism-live/id1546629841 Connect on Social Media:Private facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1307897462893835Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mormondiscussion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormondiscussionDiscord (hosted by Mormon Stories): https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjFhttps://twitter.com/MormonDisc Contact us: MormonDiscussionsPodcasts@gmail.com MormonismLive #MormonDiscussions #RadioFreeMormon Mormon Discussion Inc is a 501(c)(3) and is in the arena of journalistic work and is part of a free press. Any of the awesome content or the solid opinions expressed, implied or included in Mormon Discussion Inc’s podcast lineup and production are solely those of Mormon Discussion Inc. and/or its program hosts and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.