

Mormon Stories Podcast
Dr. John Dehlin
Mormon Stories Podcast is an attempt to build understanding between and about Mormons through the telling of stories in both audio and video formats.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 2h 15min
Healing from Aunt Jodi - Jessi Hildebrandt's Update | Ep. 1873
Join us as Jessi Hildebrandt, Jodi Hildebrandt's niece, updates the Mormon Stories audience on the healing and growth they have experienced after telling their story on Mormon Stories Podcast.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 4min
Abraham Lincoln and the Book of Mormon: Tim Ballard’s Lincoln Hypothesis | Ep. 1872
Join Julia Sanders and John Dehlin as the explore the plausibility of Tim Ballard’s “Lincoln Hypothesis” - which is that the Book of Mormon inspired Abraham Lincoln to free American slaves.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 4h 25min
U.K. Brothers in Mormon Faith Crisis - Richard & Julian Heath | Ep. 1871
Nemo from @NEMOTHEMORMON is back to produce another UK episode! Strap in for an epic UK Mormon Stories interview!
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Feb 23, 2024 • 1h 32min
1870: Satan in Mormonism w/ John Larsen
Explore the role of Satan in Mormon theology, his superpowers and influence, philosophical conundrums regarding evil and free will, evolution of devil concepts in religious texts, Lucifer's traits in the Book of Mormon, and the devil's role in God's salvation plan. The podcast delves into the complexities of Mormon beliefs and concludes with expressions of gratitude and plans for future projects.

Feb 20, 2024 • 1h 50min
1869: Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt Sentenced to Prison w/ Lauren Mathias
Discussing the recent sentencing of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt to prison. Exploring Chad's TikTok video coping mechanism. Delving into public reactions to Ruby's actions. Reflections on love, regret, and family struggles in a divorce context. Paranoia, criminality, and beliefs in the LDS prepper community. Legal battles and complicated dynamics. Sentencing details for Ms. Frankie and Jody Hildebrandt. Addressing abuse, manipulation, and justice for victims. Advocating for healing and improvement in faith and justice systems.

Feb 19, 2024 • 3h 5min
1868: Leaving Mormonism in Las Vegas - Shelise Sola of “Cults to Consciousness”
Shelise Sola discusses her life journey of being raised in the Mormon church, including the purity culture, self-worth struggles, and sexual trauma she experienced. She shares about having a faith crisis in her 20s after learning disturbing historical truths about the church, feeling liberated yet terrified, and rebuilding an identity outside of Mormonism. Sola also opens up about confronting childhood abuse memories, finding healing through experiences with psychedelics and embracing her voice by starting a podcast to support others leaving high-demand groups. Cults to Consciousness on YouTube Cults to Consciousness on Patreon Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

Feb 16, 2024 • 1h 24min
1867: Reflections of a Mormon Historian - Sandra Tanner Reviews "Chosen Path"
In this wide-ranging interview, Sandra Tanner discusses her complex history with D. Michael Quinn, from being arch-enemies due to their clashing views on Mormon history, to gaining an appreciation for Quinn's tireless research into difficult aspects of LDS history, even as she remains puzzled by his persistent belief in Mormonism despite uncovering many factual problems. Sandra highlights Quinn's lifelong quest to reconcile his faith with the uncomfortable realities he uncovered, his struggles with Church leadership over his historical writings, the irony of him publishing an anti-Tanner pamphlet, and the sadness of his eventual excommunication which rejected both him as a person due to his sexuality and his meticulously researched historical analysis which the Church disliked. Ultimately, Sandra expresses a wish that Quinn was still alive to have an open discussion given their intertwined, conflicted past. Chosen Path: A Memoir: Quinn, D. Michael | Amazon.com Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 46min
1866: Secrets of a Mormon Historian: Michael Quinn's "Chosen Path | MSP Book Club
Rebecca and John are joined once again by Barbara Jones Brown and special guest, Moshe Quinn. Join us for the unveiling of a hidden legacy as Moshe Quinn shares his father's untold memoir with the world. We'll unravel the layers of D. Michael Quinn's remarkable journey — a path marked by secrecy, conviction, and unwavering faith. Delve into the complexities of identity, family dynamics, and the pursuit of truth as we navigate through the pages of a life story that defies conventions and embraces honesty. Chosen Path: A Memoir: Quinn, D. Michael, Quinn, Moshe | Amazon.com Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Co-host: Rebecca Bibliotheca The Good Book Club: For post and nuanced Mormons Mormon.ish Podcast Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

Feb 9, 2024 • 2h 20min
1865: Jodi Hildebrandt Ruined My Mormon Marriage - Brian Tibbets
Brian Tibbets describes his faith journey from devoted Mormon missionary to suic*dal doubter to healed ex-Mormon. He opens up about the shame and lies he felt compelled to tell while hiding his loss of faith, his wife's manipulation by unethical therapist Jodi Hildebrandt, and the supernatural beliefs that tore his marriage and family apart. Brian shares intimate details about his experiences with Mormon rules around sexuality and how he tested whether sinning really caused loss of the Spirit. Ultimately, Brian found peace and healing after leaving the LDS church, regaining relationships with his kids, and finding a healthier marriage outside Mormonism. His story serves as a cautionary tale about the harm fundamentalist Mormon beliefs can cause. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

Feb 9, 2024 • 1h 57min
1864: John C. Bennett and Homosexuality in Nauvoo - Pt 3 w/ LDS Discussions
The team discusses controversial allegations of sexual impropriety against Joseph Smith and John C. Bennett in Nauvoo, the existence of the Danites as a violent vigilante group, Bennett's subsequent exposes of Mormonism after his excommunication, the succession crisis and various Mormon offshoots after Joseph Smith's death, and questions around the authenticity of Mormon truth claims such as the golden plates. There is debate around the accuracy of some historical sources, as well as acknowledgment that early Mormonism contained cult-like elements such as polygamy and unquestioning loyalty tests. YouTube Link Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord