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Mormon News Roundup

Dives and crew are to enlighten the world with all the best weekly updates on what"s going on in Mormondom! We embrace controversy because we know our listeners crave hearing all the latest LDS news. We bring you all the facts mingled with insightful opinions of the hosts. A humorous and entertaining podcast looking at LDS related current events. We find the news articles that you just can"t find anywhere else. Failing to listen to this podcast is a major victory for Satan! So please join us in the

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00:08:49

The “Rod of Aaron”: Did Oliver Cowdery Use a Divining...

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2026/10/04

Did Oliver Cowdery really receive a supernatural “gift of Aaron” from God—or was the original revelation referring to a **divining rod**?In April 1829, while serving as Joseph Smith’s scribe during the translation of the Book of Mormon, Oliver Cowdery sought the ability to translate. The resulting revelation, now found in **Doctrine and Covenants 8**, describes Cowdery’s mysterious “gift of Aaron” and says he would “hold it in his hands.”But there’s an important detail that largely disappears from

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00:09:07

The Worst of Brigham Young: Highlights from His Most...

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2026/10/03

Brigham Young was the second president and prophet of the early Mormon Church—and one of the most controversial religious leaders of 19th-century America.In this video, we examine a compilation of some of Brigham Young’s most outrageous, bizarre, extreme, and disturbing sermons. His views on race, women, sexuality, religion, and social order could be shocking even by the standards of his own era.Rather than simply telling you what Brigham Young believed, we’re going to let his own words speak for

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00:07:22

The Secret History of the Mormon Temple: Masonry,...

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2026/10/03

What is the documented origin of the Mormon temple endowment—and what does the history of its changing rituals tell us about claims of unchanging divine revelation?In this episode of **Mormon News Roundup**, we trace the evolution of some of the most important and controversial temple practices in Latter-day Saint history, from baptism for the dead and eternal marriage to the temple garment, blood oaths, the oath of vengeance, and the origins of the endowment ceremony in Nauvoo.We examine the

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00:08:40

White Suits, Stolen Keys & Fried Chicken: Mormon...

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2026/09/30

Russell M. Nelson in a white suit. A symbolic touch of Peter’s keys. The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve dressed in matching white. And, inevitably, a Colonel Sanders meme.This video takes a look at the strange—and sometimes hilarious—imagery surrounding modern LDS leadership and asks what these carefully staged photographs are really communicating.From Nelson’s appearance outside the Washington D.C. Temple to the infamous photograph at the Rome Italy Temple, where he appears to reach

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00:12:38

Poetic Kate: Her Best & Most Viral Ex-Mormon Takes

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2026/09/29

Some people have been part of the ex-Mormon world for so long that they almost feel like part of its history.Kate Lyn Whitaker—better known online as **Poetic Kate**—is one of those people.A writer, filmmaker, and actor, Kate has spent years creating sharp, funny, and brutally honest commentary about Mormonism, faith deconstruction, and life after Mormonism. Her social media has become a particularly entertaining place to watch her dissect Mormon culture—and the wonderfully strange experience of

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00:16:00

Lindsey Hansen Park: Powerful Ex-Mormon Voices You...

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2026/09/27

Lindsey Hansen Park doesn’t post constantly on social media, but when she does, she makes an impact. Known for her thoughtful podcasts and powerful commentary on Mormonism, Lindsey has become an important voice in the ex-Mormon and post-Mormon conversation.This video brings together Lindsey Hansen Park’s Instagram Reels in one place, highlighting some of her most powerful, insightful, and thought-provoking video clips.If you appreciate Lindsey’s work, be sure to follow her and support her

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00:10:25

Leah Marie: My Favorite Reels from "That One ExMo!"

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2026/09/24

Leah Marie is one of my favorite ex-Mormons, and for good reason. Her story is legendary: while serving as an LDS missionary, she made out with her district leader and ended up getting kicked off her mission. That alone makes her an exMo icon.Known online as **That One ExMo**, Leah brings an incredible mix of snark, humor, heart, and sharp criticism of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.In this video, I’m featuring my **top 10 favorite reels from Leah Marie**. If you enjoy ex-Mormon

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00:09:06

Nemo the Mormon Sent a Letter to the First Presidency...

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2026/09/23

In early 2022, Nemo the Mormon sent a remarkable letter to the Office of the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.The letter was the culmination of months of discussions with local Church leaders over a serious question: **What should a member do if they have evidence that senior Church leaders have acted dishonestly, but local leadership cannot resolve the concerns?**After contacting members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve, Nemo received instructions

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00:21:18

7 Shelf Breakers in Mormonism that Destroy LDS...

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2026/09/22

In Mormon culture, you often hear people talk about their **“shelf.”** It’s a metaphorical place where doubts, contradictions, unanswered questions, troubling history, and uncomfortable doctrine get set aside with the hope that they’ll somehow make sense someday.But what happens when the shelf gets too heavy?In today’s video, we’re looking at an incredible **seven-part series by BJ**, where he breaks down the **seven specific shelf-breakers** that ultimately caused him to lose his faith and leave

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00:15:43

Jenn Takes Cardon Ellis to the Woodshed | Brutal...

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2026/09/20

Welcome back, everyone!If you follow LDS and ex-Mormon social media, you’ve probably heard of **Jenn**, the ex-Mormon content creator behind the popular TikTok account *All Those Opposed*.In today’s highlight, Jenn delivers a goofy, heartfelt, and absolutely savage response to claims made by **Cardon Ellis of Ward Radio (formerly Midnight Mormons)**—particularly comments Cardon wrote in the foreword to *The Anti-Christ Playbook*.Jenn takes his arguments apart with humor, insight, and plenty of

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00:05:43

GAME OVER

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2026/09/19

After five years and thousands of videos, I think it’s finally time to ask the question: **When will the Mormon News Roundup end?**I started this channel in 2022 after spending roughly twelve years physically in but mentally out of the LDS Church. I never expected the channel to grow the way it has, with some videos reaching millions of views. I also never expected to still be doing this years later.But how long can one person keep talking about Mormonism?In this video, I talk honestly about the

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00:07:29

The Mormon Church: Hundreds of Billions Hoarded,...

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2026/09/17

What happens when a rapidly expanding global religion, a massive financial empire, golden plates, the Garden of Eden in Missouri, Egyptian mummies, and six-foot-tall Quaker-dressed moonmen all become part of the same story?In this episode of the **Mormon News Roundup**, we take a journey through some of the most extraordinary claims and teachings associated with the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.We examine:• The enormous financial scale of the modern church and

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00:23:51

Mormon Meanies: The Abuse Ex-Mormons Get Online |...

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2026/09/17

Samantha is hands down one of my favorite ex-Mormon content creators—and her TikTok account is criminally underappreciated.She talks openly about leaving the Mormon faith, and she brings plenty of snark to every video. But when faithful Latter-day Saints encounter her content, things can get downright ugly.In this video, we’re highlighting Samantha’s experiences dealing with faithful Mormons online, which she turned into a hilarious—and sometimes disturbing—playlist called **“Mormon Meanies.”**It’s

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00:17:52

Lies About Church History? Examining FAIR’s Claims on...

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2026/09/15

Mormon apologists often place the blame on those who question their faith or express doubts, suggesting that the problem is not with the difficult historical issues themselves, but with the people who raise them.In this video, we examine a 2012 presentation by Scott Gordon, president of the Mormon apologetic organization FAIR, at Utah Valley University. Gordon presents two lists of references that he claims demonstrate that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been open and

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00:11:38

Top 10 Alyssa Grenfell Moments That Went Viral

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2026/09/14

Alyssa Grenfell has become one of the most recognizable voices in the ex-Mormon community, reaching millions of viewers with her thoughtful, personal, and often eye-opening content.In this video, we're counting down Alyssa Grenfell's **10 most viral moments of all time**. These clips have collectively earned millions of views as she discusses leaving the LDS Church, her experiences with temple practices, questions about the Word of Wisdom, and the journey that led her to become a full-time

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00:10:22

Liberty Troll Audits a Mormon Church…Gets INTO IT...

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2026/09/13

Liberty Troll is a First Amendment auditor who puts constitutional rights to the test by recording in public spaces and seeing how people respond.In this highlight video, Liberty Troll visits a Mormon church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) in Florida and encounters a wide range of reactions. Some Latter-day Saints ignore him, while others engage in surprisingly respectful conversations about faith, freedom, and constitutional rights.Things get especially interesting when church

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00:10:25

😂 10 Funniest Mikey & the Mrs. Mormon Reels | Clean...

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2026/09/12

If you’ve spent any time on LDS Instagram, chances are you’ve come across **Mikey and the Mrs.** — and if you haven’t, you’re in for a treat.Mikey is a Southern Utah radio host, stand-up comedian, and one of the funniest Mormon creators online. His style of clean, relatable humor is packed with clever observations, family jokes, and the kind of dad humor that never gets old.In this video, I’m sharing **10 of my favorite Mikey & the Mrs. reels** that consistently make me laugh. Whether you’re

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00:10:23

Ex-Mormon Legend Mindy’s Temple Shocking Temple...

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2026/09/10

If you’ve been on Ex-Mormon TikTok for a while, chances are you’ve heard of **Mindy Temple**. She was one of the early creators who helped bring faith deconstruction conversations into the mainstream online. While she doesn’t post as frequently today, her original content remains available — and if you haven’t already, be sure to check out her channel, support her work, and follow her journey.In today’s episode, we’re highlighting Mindy’s iconic **16-part series about her firsthand experiences

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00:34:13

The Complete David Bednar Q&A Collection | EVERY...

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2026/09/09

David Bednar is one of the most recognizable apostles in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and unlike many senior Church leaders, he has participated in numerous extended question-and-answer sessions with local congregations.These stake conference, regional conference, and devotional Q&As are largely unscripted, giving members the opportunity to ask questions directly. Over the years, many of these meetings have been recorded and quietly shared online, creating a fascinating

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00:15:06

Taylor Frankie Paul: The Bachelorette, MomTok, and...

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2026/09/09

Taylor Frankie Paul became an internet sensation after helping launch the viral MomTok movement and later starring in The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. She was also reportedly attached to a new Bachelorette-related project, but after video connected to her child abuse arrest became public, the project was ultimately shelved.Although Taylor has said she no longer identifies with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, her name continues to surface whenever Mormon culture and social media

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