Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism. At Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Mormon Stories is a product of the Open Stories Foundation - a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to supporting Mormons in religious transition. Mormon Stories is not affiliated with or sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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Joseph Smith's Animal Sacrifices - LDS Discussions Pt. 86 | Ep. 2219
In Episode 86 of LDS Discussions on Mormon Stories, we examine historical accounts of Joseph Smith’s treasure-digging activities and the reported use of animal sacrifice
Oct 28 1 h 30 min
Left Pentecostal Christianity to Fight Christian Nationalism - Kevin Crowe | Ep. 2218
Welcome to Exvangelical Stories, a new series under the umbrella of Mormon Stories Podcast exploring the experiences of people who grew up in evangelical Christianity, qu
Oct 26 1 h 48 min
Tithing Campaign, Dan McClellan Backlash, Abuse Helpline Claims & More - Mormon News | Ep. 2217
This week on Mormon Stories News, John Dehlin and Meggan Hayes take a closer look at the LDS Church's renewed emphasis on tithing, the controversy surrounding biblical sc
Oct 23 3 h 55 min
The First Vision Happened in 1825?! - LDS Discussions Pt. 85 | Ep. 2216
In this episode of LDS Discussions on Mormon Stories, we examine the historical evidence surrounding Joseph Smith’s First Vision, focusing on the traditional 1820 date, t
Oct 21 1 h 26 min
I Was Mormon, Now It Finally Feels Right - Stetson Done Pt. 3 | Ep. 2215
What happens when a church’s teachings about gender conflict with how you feel inside?
In the final part of our conversation with Stetson Done, we reflect on his story,
Oct 19 1 h 18 min
I Was A Mormon Wife - It Never Felt Right - Stetson Done Pt. 2 | Ep. 2214
What happens when you follow the path laid out for you, but it still doesn’t feel right?
In Part Two of our conversation with Stetson Done, Stetson returns from his miss
Oct 19 1 h 58 min
Raised as a Mormon Girl - It Never Felt Right - Stetson Done Pt. 1 | Ep. 2213
What happens when you grow up doing everything you are told, but it never feels right?
In Part One of our conversation with Stetson Done, a transgender man who grew up M
Today on Mormon Stories News, John Dehlin and Meggan Hayes are covering six stories involving the LDS Church, from a revealing Missionary Department job posting to newly
Oct 17 3 h 05 min
The Mormon Succession Crisis w/ John Turner - Brigham Young Podcast Pt. 4 | Ep. 2211
What happened to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after Joseph Smith was killed?
In Part Four of our series with historical Dr. John Turner, we examine th
Oct 14 2 h 00 min
Gay Mormon Bishop Comes Out! - Patrick Brady Pt 2 | Ep. 2210
In Part Two, we continue Patrick Brady and Dan Dorty’s story as Patrick becomes a Mormon bishop while privately struggling with his sexuality and his increasingly complic
Oct 12 2 h 00 min
Being a Gay Mormon Bishop - Patrick Brady Pt. 1 | Ep. 2209
In this interview, we sit down with Patrick Brady and his partner Dan Dougherty to hear Patrick’s story of growing up as a gay man in the Mormon church, marrying a wonder
Oct 12 1 h 57 min
Gambling Crackdown, Dan McLellan on Joe Rogan, Bisbee Case & More - Mormon News | Ep. 2208
For this week's Mormon News Podcast, John Dehlin and Meggan Hayes look at Apostle D. Todd Christofferson's General Conference talk on gambling, a remarkably well-timed pr
Oct 9 3 h 10 min
Suing Marriott Hotel for Racist Book of Mormon in the U.K. - Amanda Barnett | Ep. 2207
Why would a British ex-Mormon sue a Marriott hotel over the Book of Mormon in her nightstand?
Amanda Barnett grew up Mormon in Plymouth, England. Her mother and grandmot
Oct 7 1 h 56 min
Buddhism Changed My Life - Noah Rasheta Pt. 2 | Ep. 2206
In Part 2 of this Mormon Stories interview, John Dehlin continues his conversation with Noah Rasheta, a former Mormon who became a Buddhist teacher and a host of the Secu
Oct 5 1 h 59 min
A Mormon Buddhist? - Noah Rasheta Pt. 1 | Ep. 2205
In Part 1 of this Mormon Stories interview, John Dehlin sits down with Noah Rasheta, a former Mormon who became a Buddhist teacher and host of the Secular Buddhism podcas
For this week's Mormon News Podcast, John Dehlin and Meggan Hayes look at Nemo the Mormon getting international attention as LADbible takes a deep dive into his excommuni
Oct 2 1 h 54 min
The Book of Mormon's Chiasmus Problem - LDS Discussions Pt. 84 | Ep. 2203
Does chiasmus prove that the Book of Mormon is an ancient text?
In this episode of LDS Discussions, we take a closer look at one of the most frequently cited arguments f
Sep 30 1 h 57 min
Racist History Mormon Church Never Taught Me - Mariama Nadworna Pt. 2 | Ep. 2202
What does it mean to grow up Black and Mormon in an overwhelmingly white church?
In Part One of our conversation with Mariama Nadworna, she shares her story of growing u
Sep 28 1 h 59 min
Growing up Black and Mormon in the UK - Mariama Nadworna Pt. 1 | Ep. 2201
What does it mean to grow up Black and Mormon in an overwhelmingly white church?
In Part One of our conversation with Mariama Nadworna, she shares her story of growing u
Sep 28 1 h 59 min
LDS Retention Drop, Church Opposes Abortion Rights in Idaho, Nevada - Mormon News 9.25.26 | Ep. 2200
Today on Mormon Stories News, John and Meggan examine new Pew data on Mormon retention, the Church’s opposition to Idaho Proposition 1, questions surrounding David McConk
Sep 25 1 h 26 min
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This podcast has been so helpful for me as I deconstruct my evangelical faith. I am so grateful to John for his sincerity and the fact that he (and the team) work tirelessly to bring these stories into the open. I especially love the panels that elevate women and allow them to tell their stories. Thank you to Mormon stories podcast for being such a healing tool for all of us who have been burned by high demand religion.
Arizonagirl2 · May 2025
Love listening to Sandra Tanner. Her recall of events and what she and Jerald did is amazing. I can listen to her for hours. I’m 68 years old and can relate to a lot of what she presents from her perspective. Love this episode with you (John) and Nemo as co-hosts. Keep up the great work.
Mike L.
falconboomer · Apr 2025
This is such amazing podcast! It’s helped me process so many emotions I didn’t know I had about leaving the Mormon church. It brings such a sense of peace to know I’m not alone.
hybrid eyes · Apr 2025
Dr. John, I hope you see this and just know sir, you have the absolute patience of a Saint (pun maybe?) for the four part story culminating in episode 1331, the young man who spent time with Teal Swan… from a mind that wanted to say so much to you that he could barely form a full sentence at the beginning episode, to the way you guided him with targeted questions to an end that held some real healing significance… my applause to you! And while he may have been scattered, the emotion he showed at the end truly was beautiful and you used it to teach that vulnerability is strength- something so many of us need to learn. Kudos on that whole series and the way you handled it, forming a really touching narrative by helping your guest structure his feelings and thoughts. Those six years of psych training and education are precious especially during these intense and dualizing times.
Also I love the band and you guys were the only ones I knew I’d be able to hear the whole Ruby story from because of the gentle but effective way you covered it all. Dear sir I cannot think of another time I’ve listened to a single podcast for six full hours and not wanted to turn it off once.
Thanks for what you do!
Hilby78 · Mar 2025
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