Latter Day Lesbian

Hi LDLers! Mary here, introducing my brand-new podcast! I was curious about this whole artificial intelligence thing... Can we use AI on a journey to self improvement? Can it make a good therapist? Wish me luck as I attempt to find out!I want to hear from you! To send in a comment, contact: aitherapypod@gmail.com. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.  Audio mix provided by Dan from Extension Audio: https://extensionaudio.wixsite.com. 

In this episode we are finishing up the deaths of both of Shelly's parents. Morbid? A little bit. This is part 2 of Shelly's Dad's Funeral. It's kind of surreal that my mom and dad are both gone. Life is...well, surreal. Enjoy!

In this episode, Shelly has to deal with yet ANOTHER Mormon funeral. That makes 3 in about 6 months. She's earned the title of Grim Reaper at this point. Too soon? Eh, sorry. ANYWAY, this is part 1 of 2 of her Dad's funeral. Also, welcome special guest-host Jen, a fellow ex-mo-later-in-life lesbian, as we talk and laugh our way through part 1 of Shelly's Dad's Funeral. Enjoy!

Remember in the last episode when Shelly and Austin were discussing Austin's soon-to-be new dick? Well, this is part two. Enjoy!

In this episode, our good friend Austin Arrowwood is only a few days away from his gender-affirming surgery. You will learn that despite what your ultra-conservative family might tell you, you can't just walk into a clinic, tell them you feel like a boy, and they will staple your new dick on before lunchtime. Lots to learn. Enjoy!

In this episode, Shelly's dad dies. Not literally on the show (that would have been super-weird) but just a few days before this episode was recorded. Plus, Shelly and guest co-host Kirsten get extremely sidetracked with a conversation about karaoke. Also, you will learn about Shelly's brother's magical priesthood ability to "release" dead people from their bodies. I'm not kidding.

More Mormon funeral discussion? Hell yeah. In today's episode, guest host Kirsten Morgan helps Shelly unpack the rest of her mom's funeral, and there's plenty of it. As an added bonus, you will get to hear Shelly's talk that she gave from the pulpit, in a Mormon chapel, in front of hundreds of Mormons. Did she announce that she is gay? Of course she did. Did the church burn to the ground? Listen up and find out.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3680751/advertisement

Hello Friends! In today's episode, Shelly talks with Kimberly Anderson about the death of her mom and her trip to Utah for the very Mormon funeral. If you've ever been to a Mormon funeral as an ExMormon, you know there's gonna be a lot to unpack here. This is part 1 of 2. That's how much there is to unpack.Music provided by Purple Planet: https//:www.purple-planet.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3680751/advertisement

Please welcome Chris Davis, author of "Worthy: The Memoir of an Ex-Mormon Lesbian." Chris spoke to us candidly about her experience growing up Mormon, her struggles with marriage and children, and a 17-year crisis that culminated in a huge turning point that led to a brand-new chapter in her life. Her book can be found on Amazon or at chrisdavisproud.com. Also, check out Chris's essay in "I Spoke to You with Silence," also on Amazon.TW: we discuss suicidal ideation openly in this episode. Please listen responsibly or feel free to skip this one if that topic is difficult for you.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3680751/advertisement

Hi friends, today's episode was extremely difficult and emotional to record. We hope you'll listen with an open heart and mind as Shelly and I embark upon the next adventure of our podcast and our lives. We also want to thank T and Ophelia, current members of the LDS church, for bravely sending in their letters. We appreciate everyone's participation, love and support. It means the world to both of us!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3680751/advertisement

Please join us for the conclusion of our 2-part interview with Briell Decker, the inspiring cult survivor of the FLDS church. Her 3-part documentary series, Prisoner of the Prophet, is available on Discovery + or Max on Prime Video Channels.Check out Briell Decker's personal page: https://www.brielldecker.com, where you can sign up for Briell's upcoming memoir. Also, please consider donating to the Short Creek Dream Center: https://www.shortcreekdreamcenter.org.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3680751/advertisement

Please join us for part 1 of our fascinating, two-part interview with the amazingly brave, cult survivor of the FLDS church, Briell Decker. Her 3-part documentary series, Prisoner of the Prophet, is available on Discovery + or Max on Prime Video Channels.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3680751/advertisement

In this episode, Shelly decides it will be really fun to quiz Mary on some of mainstream religions' more wacky beliefs. Can you guess which answers she got right? Also, we read a listener letter, and get stuck on an odd discussion about foreskins. It happens.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

The title of this episode could probably have been a FUMPOTD. Perhaps we thought it was too obvious? Feel free to cue music in your head when we get to that part. And there's nothing like a "Shelly's Journal Journey" segment to make us feel inspired to take the covenant path...or perhaps to get us all to start thinking it's all fake? You decide! We'd also like to thank Rose for submitting today's listener letter. If you'd like to get in touch, please visit latterdaylesbian.org/contact. Thanks!We'd like to thank our sponsor, Modest Mix Teas, and their Wake the Fuck Up blend. Head over to www.modestmix.com, and enter latterdaylesbian20 at check out for 20% off your order! Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

In this year-end episode, we talk about those holiday tunes that should possibly be banned once and for all...or maybe a few of the examples are a stretch? Give a listen and decide for yourself. Also, Shelly discusses her recent trip to Utah, and there's even a surprise FUMPOTD at the end! We want to give special thanks to all of our Patreon and Supercast subscribers. We couldn't keep this show going without you! Sign up at www.latterdaylesbian.org/support, at the $5 and above level, by 12/31/22 to receive this year's Christmas letter (obviously not in time for Christmas). We'd really appreciate it. Happy holidays everybody!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

In today's episode, Shelly reads once again from her oh-so-riveting, circa 1990s journal, which sparks an impromptu FUMPOTD. Such a fun surprise that Mary can't begin to sort out, per usual. We also read a letter from a very special friend of the podcast. We'd like to thank our sponsor, Modest Mix Teas, and their Wake the Fuck Up blend. Head over to www.modestmix.com, and enter latterdaylesbian20 at check out for 20% off your order!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Today we're talking about banned LGBTQ books. The most common are listed below, along with a link to save the Patmos Library in Jamestown Township, outside of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Gender Queer: a Memoir - Maia KobabeKiss Number 8 - Colleen AF VenableSpinning - Tillie WaldenLawn Boy - Jonathan EvisonI Am a Gay Wizard - V.S. SantoniOut of Darkness - Ashley Hope PérezThe Poet X - Elizabeth AcevedoWhen Aidan Became a Brother - Kyle Lukoffwww.gofundme.com / Save Patmos library: https://gofund.me/3b4581adMusic provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

In today's episode we're reading from two LDS-authored books: "Mormons & Homosexuality" and "Encouraging Heterosexuality." We're super stoked to debunk both of them. We also want to give a shout-out to our sponsor, Modest Mix Teas, who lovingly provided the delicious and subversive tea blends that delight our senses and encourage our unapologetic love of swearwords. Hooray for beverages that go against the word of wisdom or whatever. Check them out at www.modestmix.com, and be sure to enter latterdaylesbian20 at check out, so they can figure out that we directed listeners there and stuff. You know, algorithms. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Hey friends, Mary and Kirsten take the reins on this Latter-Day Lesbian and Queer Life Crisis Simulcast. We share some initial reactions to Under the Banner of Heaven, and manage to keep the spoilers to a minimum. Also, we're taking a bit of a break from podcasting, so we hope all of you have an amazing summer and we'll talk to you again in the fall. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.

Please join us today for a fantastic conversation with Rev. Dr. Angela Yarber. Her new book, Queering the American Dream is available now on Amazon or at your local bookstore. You can also purchase a copy at Angela's foundation: the Tehom Center, which provides a space to learn about and celebrate the lives of revolutionary women and goddesses. Angela's art and writing provide methods for learning about such women, and her Intentional Art Process invites people of marginalized genders to explore their own spiritualities in her courses and retreats. Learn more at https://tehomcenter.org.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Did you ever play that Hasbro board game with the cute little cars and the little pegs? Or wait...did you play the Mormon version?? That fun game where young adults are put to the test as they try to guess what the "right" decision is, and then get to experience copious amounts of guilt and shame and also fake punishments if they guess incorrectly? Well, we are ripping the shirt out of THAT game today. Even "Leave It In" Dan has something to say about it. We also have a FUMPOTD and an entry from Shelly's journal. Should be a good time.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Today's episode features a super fun interview with Melissa and Tanya from Apostate Coffee. We get to hear their story; how they met and got started in the coffee biz. There's also an impromptu FUMPOTD, a lesbian dating discussion, and later, a pretty random sex toy conversation. Please visit https://www.apostatecoffee.com, check out their delicious coffee blends and fun merch, and be sure to enter LDL at checkout to receive 10% off your order! Not only will that benefit Melissa and Tanya's business, but also this podcast. Thanks so much!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

On this episode, we have a fun chat about Heavenly Mother, A.K.A. "She Who Must Not Be Named." We also read a listener letter (TW: intense sexual themes), and Shelly regales us with a Utah tale. It's a good time.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

TW: The subject of suicidal ideation is discussed along with self harm and strong sexual themes. Please listen responsibly.Please help us welcome Jen, from The ExMo Candle Co., to today's show. Jen bravely and generously shared with us her story of shame and abuse inflicted by the LDS church. She now funnels those experiences, and the resulting trauma, into making candles - a business she shares with her husband Adri. If you're interested in purchasing the "Gay Away the Pray" candle (or any of their amazing varieties), please cut and paste www.exmocandles.com into a browser window and click on the Creator Candles tab at the top of the site. A portion of the proceeds from each "Gay Away the Pray" candle helps support this podcast! Thank you in advance!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.

Please join us for an amazing conversation with Dr. Amelia Nagoski, coauthor of Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle. To anyone feeling stuck or overwhelmed by obligation and stress, there is hope, and listening to this interview is a great place to start. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Diana joins us today for a retrospective on some aspects of her journey out of Mormonism. We also share some special sentiments from Brad Wilcox, the second counselor to the Young Men's general presidency, whatever that means. Oh, and Sister Fanny Fact-Check chimes in with some thoughts on that same subject. Please join us! Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

We are super excited to welcome ExMormon Mindy to the show today (or as she's known to her TikTok and Instagram fans: @exmormonmindy). In fact, please copy and paste this link into a browser to check out her smart, funny, and creative videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@exmormonmindy...or just head to TikTok and search for exmormonmindy. It's a good time.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Today, our friend Kirsten joins us for a deep dive into that horrifying LDS document from 1995 that instructed all of us on how to do families properly. And yes, of course there's only one correct way. Duh. Are you new? Anyway, this should be a fun li'l shirt show. Buckle up!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Today we interview Tyler Measom, cohost of the iHeart Radio podcast, "Was I In A Cult" - a documentary-style show that highlights individuals who have been in, and subsequently left various high-demand organizations. Tyler is also a documentary film maker responsible for well-known titles such as, "Sons of Perdition," "An Honest Liar," and "Murder Among the Mormons," to name a few. Welcome Tyler!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

In today's episode we preview our brand-new pod: Queer Life Crisis: the stories, struggles and successes of the LGBTQ+ community (available on most podcast players). We also start out the new year right with a FUMPOTD to help kick off our first LDL broadcast of 2022. Happy new year, everybody!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.

This week we have a special holiday treat for everyone: Sister Fanny Fact-Check's Fabulous Fact-Checking Factacular! It's a best-of nearly three years in the making, which just proves that Mary is extremely excellent at holding onto past recordings. So yay for her, and yay for Sister Fanny and her infinite wisdom about a bunch of made up crap. We hope you enjoy, and please be sure to steer clear of cults this holiday season! Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

This week, Kimberly joins Mary for a delightful conversation with 13-time Jeopardy champion, and counting, Amy Schneider. We want to thank Amy for her candor and willingness to be vulnerable, as she opens up about her struggles and successes on her path towards living an authentic life as a transgender woman. What a fantastic discussion. Please join us!Follow Amy's progress on Twitter: @Jeopardamy (https://twitter.com/Jeopardamy).Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.

It's a grab bag o' holiday goodies in today's episode. We revisit a classic FUMPOTD, talk about gifts for all the Mormons on your list, and hear from Pirate God about the foretelling of a Messiah...or Joseph Smith...we can't be sure. Perhaps it's all fake? Enjoy!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

In today's episode we interview Caroline Boudreaux, the founder of Miracle Foundation, a non-profit dedicating to empowering orphans and vulnerable children worldwide to reach their full potential. What a great conversation about such an amazing cause! Find out how you can get involved at https://www.miraclefoundation.org. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Just when we were starting to think it was all fake...we get to learn about even more fake people and places from that charming book of absolute made up bunk: the Book of Momo. We also read a letter from a listener who took the time to write in on fancy stationary. And there's a "He Said What" about conversion therapy that's worthy of a trigger warning. So please skip that section or this entire episode if that's a difficult subject for you.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

In this episode, we had the distinct privilege of interviewing the super talented, charming and hilarious New Zealand singer/songwriter, Pip Brown, a.k.a. Ladyhawke! Her new album, "Time Flies," just released and it is awesome! And seriously, what a fun conversation. You are gonna love this episode! Check out her tunes, videos, merch and more at her website: https://ladyhawkemusic.com.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

This week we had the privilege of interviewing Emily Nagoski, Ph.D., sex educator and author of the New York Times bestselling book, "Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life." This was such an important and informative conversation about the way we view sexual intimacy and our brains and bodies. Please join us!For worksheets and assessments that correspond to the book, head to Emily's website: https://www.emilynagoski.com.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Once again we're talking about all those occasions that require us to go back to church as nonbelievers, such as for baby blessings, funerals, baptisms, weddings, etc. We also dust off the Mormon MadLib segment, and Mary quizzes Shelly on a FUMPOTD! Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Cat's out of the bag, y'all...the Book of Mormon is F.A.K.E. Knew it all along. Thanks for the confirmation, Rusty M. We also hear from the delightful Sister Craven, who's name will forever be cemented into Mary's brain. And...much, much more. Please join us!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

This week we're taking a break from the sex talks to discuss Shelly's former feelings of unworthiness. Yup, once again it's Shelly's Journal Journey - always a good time. We also answer a few listener questions, and we learn about a new humping term that's all the rage in Provo. Good times.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

We're back for episode three in our multi-part series on religion's toxic effect on our sex lives, either while we were still believers or afterwards. Pirate God pays us a visit this week. Once again, TRIGGER WARNING: topics surrounding intense shame and guilt along with mature sexual themes such as abuse are discussed. Thanks to everyone who bravely contributed to this candid conversation!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

We're back for episode two in our multi-part series on religion's toxic effect on our sex lives, either while we were still believers or afterwards. Trigger warning: topics surrounding intense shame and guilt along with mature sexual themes such as abuse are discussed. Thanks to everyone who bravely contributed to this candid conversation!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Welcome to episode one of a multi-part series on religion's toxic effect on our sex lives, either while we were still believers or afterwards. Trigger warning: topics surrounding intense shame and guilt along with mature sexual themes are discussed. Thanks to everyone who bravely contributed to this candid conversation. We are not alone, friends!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

In today's episode we talk about all those occasions that require us to go back to church as nonbelievers, such as for baby blessings, funerals, weddings, etc. Thanks once again to all of our social media contributors. Your input makes this podcast possible! Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

So it looks like we're still sinning. Mary and Shelly continue talking about the religiously taboo on this week's episode. We would like to thank our Supercast, Patreon and Marco Polo Channels subscribers, along with members of the Latter-Day Lesbian Podcast Discussion Group on Facebook, for all of the candid contributions to this lively discussion. To support this podcast financially please visit www.latterdaylesbian.org/support.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.

This week we wrap up our conversation around coparenting after divorce. Once again, we want to recognize how difficult this is and honor those who are wrestling with it on the reg. Thanks to everyone in our social media channels who contributed to this important conversation. We also are announcing our new subscription service that delivers ad-free and bonus content right to your current podcast player! It's called Supercast, and you can find out more at www.latterdaylesbian.org/support.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

In this week's episode we tear apart Jeffrey R. Holland's recent hateful address aimed at the LGBTQ+ community at Brigham Young University. Please enjoy this episode responsibly...preferably with no musket fire. Once again, Mormons gonna Morm.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.

Hey friends, Mary's Mom passed away and we're unpacking it on this week's episode. TRIGGER WARNING: themes of death, sexual abuse, pedophilia, suicide and abortion are discussed. If these topics are triggering for you please listen carefully, listen with a friend, or feel free to skip this one. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

What the heck is up with sin? Mary and Diana start to unpack this topic on this week's episode. We would like to thank our Patreon and Marco Polo Channels subscribers, along with members of the Latter-Day Lesbian Podcast Discussion Group on Facebook, for all of the candid contributions to this lively discussion. To support this podcast financially please visit www.latterdaylesbian.org/support.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.

This week we begin our in-depth discussion about coparenting after divorce. Spoiler alert: it's hard AF! Thanks to everyone on our social media channels who contributed to this conversation. We couldn't get to all of you this time, but there will definitely be a part 2, so more to come.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com.

This week we recount a tale about a recent harrowing brush with disaster! We also read a listener letter, discover more about who our sky daddy is, and are visited by Pirate God. Also, thanks to listener, Paige H, for the amazing and detailed wine charms!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com.