Founded in 2005, Mormon Stories podcast is the longest running and most popular Mormon-themed podcast. Hosted by Dr. John Dehlin (Clinical/Counseling Psychology), Mormon Stories podcast seeks to understand, explore, challenge, and improve the Mormon experience through stories. Some of the primary objectives of Mormon Stories podcast include:
Providing support to Mormons who are transitioning away from either orthodox Mormonism, or from Mormonism altogether, with a particular emphasis on:
Minimizing the anxiety, depression, and occasional suicidality that can accompany a transition away from religious orthodoxy.
Reducing the number of unnecessary divorces attributable to Mormon faith crises.
Creating a community of support for liberal/progressive and post-Mormons.
Building greater awareness regarding accurate LDS/Mormon church history, doctrine, and theology – so that both active, believing Mormons and investigators of the church can make informed decisions regarding their investment in, and engagement with the church.
Identifying opportunities for growth/improvement within the LDS church, and within broader Mormon culture.
Mormon Stories podcast operates in partnership with the Open Stories Foundation (a 501c3 non-profit), and obtained over 7.6 million podcast downloads and Facebook/Youtube views in 2019. The work of Mormon Stories podcast has been featured in the New York Times, National Public Radio, Good Morning America, the Wall Street Journal, VH1, the Huffington Post, VICE NEWS, etc
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Episodes
Jan 21 2025
BYU Professor Brings CES Letter To Life | Ep. 1985In this episode of LDS Discussions, we explore how BYU Professor Anthony Sweat’s artwork reflects the troubling aspects of church history found in the CES Letter by Jeremy Runnells. Despite being excommunicated for questioning the church, Runnells’ CES Letter, published in 2013, exposes di...Show more
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Jan 17 2025
Therapist Combats Mormon Sexual Shame - Erika Nordfelt | Ep. 1984In this episode of Mormon Stories, Erika Nordfelt shares her powerful journey from a devout Mormon upbringing to finding healing and self-discovery. Erika recounts her experiences growing up in a close-knit Mormon family, navigating high school in Colorado, and attending BYU-Idaho, where she faced s...Show more
03:25:05
Jan 14 2025
American Primeval and the Mountain Meadows Massacre - Mormon Historians React | Ep. 1983January 9 saw the release of a new Netflix series, American Primeval, set in the context of mid-19th-century Utah. Though the series is fictionalized, many of the events and peoples depicted are real, including the Utah War, the Mountain Meadows Massacre, the Mormon settlers, and the Shoshone, Ute, ...Show more
02:00:59
Jan 10 2025
Shari Franke's "The House of My Mother" - Mormons React to Ruby Franke’s Daughter | Ep. 1982Join Lauren Johnson Matthias (@HiddenTrueCrime ) Megan Conner (@Third_Verse ) Mindy Caldwell, and John Dehlin as they react to Shari Franke's new book "The House of My Mother: A Daughter's Quest for Freedom" by Shari Franke, Ruby Franke's oldest daughter.
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Jan 08 2025
Devout Mormon Couple Leaves Church - Clare and Jackson Adams | Ep. 1981In this powerful episode of Mormon Stories, Clare and Jackson share their personal journeys of growing up in the Mormon church, struggling with shame, guilt, and anxiety, and eventually undergoing faith transitions. Clare discusses her challenges with modesty, body image, and mental health, espec...Show more
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Jan 06 2025
BYU Cracks Down on Liberal Professors | Ep. 1980A recent article from the Salt Lake Tribune showcases how the Mormon church education commissioner Clark Gilbert has implemented stringent measures to ensure that faculty members across church-affiliated institutions, including Brigham Young University and BYU-Idaho, align with the church’s tea...Show more
02:37:21
Jan 02 2025
Unveiling Mormon Myths w/ Sandra Tanner | Ep. 1979In this episode, Sandra Tanner and Chris delve into key figures and moments in Mormon historical scholarship. They discuss individuals like Dee Jay Nelson, Mark Hofman, and Wesley Walters, highlighting their contributions to uncovering evidence that challenges official LDS narratives, including the ...Show more
02:18:16
Dec 26 2024
Unraveling the Threads of Mormon History w/ Sandra TannerThis video features Sandra Tanner, a descendant of Brigham Young, sharing insights into her family history and involvement in Mormon history. From Brigham Young's legal wife, Mary Ann Angell, to descendants of the Mountain Meadows Massacre, Sandra delves into the complexities of her heritage and pol...Show more
02:10:31
Dec 26 2024
Unraveling the Threads of Mormon History w/ Sandra Tanner | Ep. 1978This video features Sandra Tanner, a descendant of Brigham Young, sharing insights into her family history and involvement in Mormon history. From Brigham Young's legal wife, Mary Ann Angell, to descendants of the Mountain Meadows Massacre, Sandra delves into the complexities of her heritage and pol...Show more
02:10:31
Dec 23 2024
A Mormon Military Story w/ Ross “Marty” Martin | Ep. 1977This powerful and emotional story takes you through Marty’s life journey—from his upbringing in Mormonism, his experiences in high school and seminary, to his time in the military and beyond. Marty reflects on growing up in a trailer park, his mission to Jamaica, his struggles with faith, ...Show more