McKay Coppins on sports betting for Latter-day Saints | Episode 457
“The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is opposed to gambling. … [It] is motivated by a desire to get something for nothing. This desire is spiritually destructive. It leads participants awa...
16 Sep 30min
LDS service missionaries confront a whole new challenge: immigration | Episode 456
Scott Howell is a well-known figure among Utah Democrats. He served for a decade in the state Senate and was twice the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate. During the past dozen years, though, Howe...
9 Sep 42min
Sex for older single, divorced and widowed Latter-day Saints | Episode 455
Sexual standards set by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints seem clear — no sex before marriage, total fidelity during marriage. Guidelines for sexual activity are set out for young Latter...
2 Sep 31min
Shorter lessons. Less foyer time. Will new Sunday schedule lead to a ‘drive-thru’ church? | Episode 454
Starting in September, the Sabbath experience will change for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints around the world. Services each Sunday will feature all of the faith’s traditio...
26 Aug 40min
Exploring the church's case against John Dehlin's "Mormon Stories" | Episode 452
After a failed attempt at a mediation, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sued the influential podcast “Mormon Stories,” known for its criticism of the faith and its leaders. In their com...
12 Aug 49min
'Mormons in Media' crossover: Watching 'The Altar' so you don't have to
On this crossover episode between ‘Mormon Land’ and ‘Mormons in Media, ’ Rebbie and Nicole are joined by Meg Walter, host of the ‘Hive Mind’ podcast. There is a new season of a Provo "dating show" tha...
9 Aug 55min
‘My mom cried and my dad went silent,’ says gay son of famed LDS composer | Episode 451
Jeff McLean grew up as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Heber City. As the son of renowned Latter-day Saint composer and playwright Michael McLean, faith and music were l...
5 Aug 1h 1min
