More Than Mormon Podcast

We are back! Did you miss us?! We are diving into the audacity of the mormon church this week by talking about some things that happened while we were gone. You know, the typical mormon shenanigans... sex abuse cover ups, mandatory missions... that sort of thing. Start your afternoon with some fuel on your exmo fire and enjoy the first episode of More Than Mormon season two! Don't forget to like, subscribe, rate & review!

In part two of Patriarchal Predictions, Lena shares her blessing and talks about how it solidified her testimony while simultaneously breaking it into bits. This episode deserves a small trigger warning, as discussions of infertility and death take place. Grab your bingo cards and play along with Lena & Meg and don't forget to tag us when you get a BINGO! Follow us on instagram at www.instagram.com/morethanmormonpodcast Grab your exmo candles and support the families in Ukraine! www.exmocandles.com

Buckle in for this two part episode full of intense indoctrination! In part one, Lena and Meg sit down together and break down their patriarchal blessings; a sacred and secret customized blessing given from the Lord himself! We learn about the generic "blessings" bestowed to Meg if she is to be faithful to the church and talk about how none of it came to pass, even as an active member. Make sure to go onto instagram and get your own Patriarchal Blessing Bingo card! Play along with us and see if you win! www.instagram.com/morethanmormonpodcast Support Exmo Candle Co and give back to the people in Ukraine: https://exmocandles.com/ If you have T shirt designs or sticker designs you want to share with us, send them to morethamormon@gmail.com Our goal is to make a large donation directly to people and organizations that really need our help! If you have an organization/charity you would like us to highlight, let us know! Jame E Faust Talk: https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/priesthood-blessings?lang=engBrief history of Patriarchal Blessings: https://history.churchofjesuschrist.org/blog/a-history-of-patriarchs-and-patriarchal-blessings?lang=eng

Part two of the Brad Wilcox rant, coming at you late but still relevant! Lena and Meg continue to discuss how problematic Wilcox's talk was. Not only because it was flat out racist, sexist, and way too gaslighty, but because the apology he's offered up since is complete bull s%$!

Brad Wilcox shit the bed this past week and mormons and ex-mormons alike are rightfully choosing to be offended. Come hang out with Lena and Meg as they unpack the shitty mess that was left for the victims of his spiritual abuse to clean! This is episode part one of two. The next episode should follow up soon, so be sure to like, subscribe, and follow for more! Click here for the Brad Wilcox Alpine Stake Youth Talk (in parts due to copyright reasons) Click here to download the full unedited talk

Stolen icicles, mission boundaries and the patriarchy. Buckle up for BYU Idaho Part two!   Dont forget to make your donation to www.queermeals.org and send proof of donation to www.instagram.com/morethanmormonpodcast to be entered to win a free MTMP sticker pack!

Happy New Year! Lena and Meg spend an hour ranting about the shit show that is the BYU-Idaho experience. Why? Well, Meg got triggered by Lena's sweater and the plan to talk about a different topic went out the window. Dress code, roommates from hell, and a part two to follow, come join the misery! Be sure to head on over to www.queermeals.org and make a donation. If you want to be entered to win a More Than Mormon sticker pack, send a screenshot of your receipt to our instagram DM at www.instagram.com/morethanmormonpodcast

Happy Holidays from your favorite apostates! Lena and Meg sit down with their stories from Christmas past! With props in hand, they talk about what it was like to spend Christmas as a missionaries. From caroling and biases being tossed up on a ledge like elf on the shelf, this episode will rock your pants off. Promise! With no clue how future holidays will look, they discuss what the season looks like now as people who no longer identify as Christian. So call this episode The Ghost of Christmas Past & Present and come along for the sleigh ride! Thanks for all of the love and support you gave the show this year! Pay it forward with a donation to www.queermeals.org Merry Christmas! ***** Make sure you run to the More Than Mormon Podcast YouTube to see all of the holiday props and for a surprise throw back to the beginning of the show! While you are there, hit that "thumbs up" button and Subscribe on your way out... ;)

Lena and Meg are back! Temples, triggers, and trailer parks... what topic wont they cover this week?!

**TRIGGER WARNING** I forgot to put something in the beginning of the video... We do discuss some gruesome things. I spare many details and show no images, but if these kind of things are not for you, we will see you on Friday!! If you happen to be a true crime fan or even just enjoy the scarier side of life during this time of year, you will probably dig this weeks bonus episode! Lena sits down and tells the strange and scary stories of bizarre and mormon criminals. We've got bank fraud, Captain Moroni, and the modern day Manson family, so get yourself in a cozy place because its about to get real nutso!

Lena sits down and recounts how she learned about the church and what pulled her in. She talks about the grieving of time and relationships lost, mental health struggles, and does her best to pretend her cats aren't having a legit brawl in the room next to her... This week's quickie ep is all over the place, but we know you are use to this by now... Thanks for tuning in!

We are back this week with a special episode! Lena sits down with her husband Isaac and they share their mormon love story. They spill the tea on their first kiss and what it was like to hide their engagement for 10 days. Isaac talks about his experience getting endowed and we get a glimpse of the patriarchal grip! Together they underwent a faith crisis, dismantling gender roles, traditions, and even politics. Coming out stronger, happier, and way better looking, tune in to hear all about the tale of star-crossed apostates!

Jen left Mormonism and eloped, got a dog, and started a candle business with her nevermo and highly heathenous husband, Adri. Together, they run The ExMo Candle Co. After years of self-hatred on the altar of a religion that wasn't actually being honest with her, Jen finds a huge amount of catharsis in pouring her issues with the church into a jar, and then lighting it on fire. Whether it's the Licked Cupcake candle thumbing its nose at purity culture, or Lazy Learner embracing the insults coming from God's loving mouthpiece, Jen and Adri's hope is that each exmo candle will bring you strength and giggles, and a physical reminder that you're not alone, as you strike that match and light up outer darkness.

Welcome to the last installment of the BITE model! This week we have a mini episode, where Lena and Meg finish the very unorganized conversation about what makes the mormon church a cult. Meg shares her experience on the balance beam of mental gymnastics and Lena gives you some sex advice inspired by Jim Bob Duggar! Don't forget to follow More Than Mormon and keep an eye out for our first *legit* guest star! Any guesses on who it will be?! ****** Have an episode suggestion? Want to share a story with us on the show? Shoot us a DM on Instagram or send an email to morethanmormon@gmail.com we would love to hear from you! Sticker packs and T shirts are in the works now, so follow our social media accounts for merch updates! Thanks for listening and we will see you next time!

Buckle up, folks! This week's episode is full of laughs as Lena and Meg argue about chocolate, get a little tipsy, and continue the BITE model conversation. This episode has it all; drunk Meg, general conference, and the whisperings of the spirit! Bonneville communications, owned by the church, admits to emotional manipulation and Meg talks about her fail to listen when told to wear closed toed shoes. Lena gets a bit vulnerable about infertility, and what we thought would only be three parts actually turned into four... Are you surprised? Us either. Stay tuned for the final part of the BITE model!

This week Lena and Meg continue the conversation about what makes the mormon church a cult. Lena gives us the secret temple password so all of us can get into heaven, and Meg talks about the crazy ways she entertained herself while stuck in the Mexico MTC. This is part two of three episodes about the BITE model, so make sure you go back to part one and keep a look out for part three!

This week, Lena and Meg get absolutely wild and spill the tea on what baptisms are really like. From naked missionaries to an underwear debacle, you will never think of baptism the same again! The church continues to flip flop about general conference sessions, the location of the garden of eden, and the gals take a BITE into the cultish tendencies of the LDS church.

Part two!

What lengths would you go to for an authentic cos play outfit? What about buttery soft garments? Starting off the Emma series with a few good laughs, Lena and Meg discuss what it must have been like to be married to Joseph. They take a look at early mormon history and how it set the stage for the patriarchal grip we see within the church now. The life of Emma Smith deserved a lot more time, so the conversation extends into a second part to be released later this week.

Welcome back! This week's episode is brought to you by GASLIGHTING! Lena and Meg talk about the bait and switch the church is trying to pull; do mormons really get their own planet or is that some anti mormon lie? Lena talks about her PTSD diagnosis and Meg shares some vulnerable insight on what it's like to lose a loved one after a crisis of faith. A listener email breaks their heart and as always, the conversation goes all over the place.

Today Lena and Meg pull their first shelf item out of the closet: The Book of Abraham. The church once declared that the Book of Abraham was an ancient Egyptian text written by Abraham himself and later was translated by Joseph Smith. Now the church is singing a new tune, basically admitting what the rest of us already knew; it is a bunch of BS.

VeggieTales, Donald Trump, and the Mormon church. Can you figure out what they all have in common? Join Lena and Meg as they laugh and cringe while playing some game that was entirely made up. Sort of like The Book of Mormon, only better. And way funnier.

If Jesus was perfect and experienced all we ever will, does that mean he is gay? Is eight really the appropriate age of accountability? Meg and Lena try to dissect some bizarre doctrines of the church while they read messages from fans of the show. This is part two of listener emails, so make sure you have listened to part one first! June 30th is the last day to enter the Trevor Project Giveaway, so be sure to donate and send your receipt over to More Than Mormon before they choose a winner!

Lena and Meg read and respond to emails written by fans of the show. They spill the tea on the latest news about David Archuleta and some real cute pets make a special guest appearance! Part two is on it's way THIS WEEK! So be sure to follow, subscribe, and make sure your notifications are on!

Let's talk conversion therapy | PridePod 3 Ep6

The Plan of Salvation is God's brilliant plan, but Meg and Lena discover that it's actually a nuclear timebomb wrapped in glitter and bows! Eye-opening facts about being gay are dropped by Dr. John Dehlin and they call for mormon allys to give their 10% to a charity that gives support and resources to the LGBTQ community. You know... like the Trevor Project... Are you in need of immediate help? There are resources available for you to get the help you need: Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 The Trevor Projext Text Line: START to 678-678

Its PRIDE month! Meg and Lena start off their mini series with a discussion about The Family: A Proclamation to the world; the church's official statement regarding marriage, gender, and eternal destiny for all of God's children. Unprepared for the emotions the conversation stirred up, tears are shed but don't worry! There is plenty of laughter to carry you through. Be sure to follow us on instagram and tiktok, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and if you really love the show feel free to give is a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts and a thumbs up on our videos! See ya next week! We love you and you are worthy just as you are! Oh, and if you were wondering, the name of the game Lena mentions is Far Cry 5, not Red Dead Redemption. Enter into our Pride giveaway by going to www.thetrevorproject.org, donating any amount, and sendinf us a screenshot that receipt! Are you in crisis? There are resources available for you to get the help you need: Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 The Trevor Projext Text Line: START to 678-678

Meg and Lena react to a one minute video the church released about temples. Lena shares a story about being translated in the Rexburg, Idaho temple and Meg lets the cat out of the bag concerning the church's rainy day fund. Curious about what the temple clothes look like? Head on over to YouTube and catch Lena dressed in celestial glory! Dont forget to follow the pod on instagram and subscribe to our channel. Have a story to share or an episode idea? Shoot us a message or email us at morethanmormon@gmail.com See ya next week.

Bed bugs, cockroaches, pranks, OH MY! Picking up where episode 1 finished, Meg and Lena talk about service opportunities that get a little... buggy. They spill the tea on some "disobedient" mission memories and even have guest appearances from Russell M Nelson and D. Todd Christofferson! Oh, and we can't forget about Meg's would you rather! Bed bugs or bishop? Don't forget to follow and subscribe so you know when our next episode airs, and head on over to YouTube to see the video version of this episode. Enjoying the show? Give us a thumbs up and head on over to apple podcasts and leave a review! Thanks for listening!

Meg and Lena talk about how embarrassing it is to ride bikes in skirts, especially with neon safety vests on. With mission journals in hand, they share some of their most cringe worthy experiences as missionaries for the mormon church. Listening on an audio-only platform? Check out our Instagram to see photos from this episode. Stay tuned for part 2 because we are only getting started! [Please excuse the AC unit that turns itself on and interrupts us at the most inconvenient times...]