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In this episode of Almost Awakened, Bill shares his two month dive into relationship research. From John & Julie Gottman to Jordan Peterson RESOURCES: Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonDiscussionsInc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a… Read More »Creating A Fulfilling Romantic Relationship [Almost Awakened 182] The post Creating A Fulfilling Romantic Relationship [Almost Awakened 182] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
Radio Free Mormon takes some time to tell us about his London trip! Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! / mormondiscussionsinc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of support for those who are questioning the truth claims… Read More »Radio Free Mormon Does London!: RFM: 343
Radio Free Mormon takes some time to tell us about his London trip! Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! / mormondiscussionsinc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of support for those who are questioning the truth claims… Read More »Radio Free Mormon Does London!: RFM: 343 The post Radio Free Mormon Does London!: RFM: 343 appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
In Part 2 of “Denying Joseph Smith’s Polygamy,” we continue on a compelling journey through conflicting narratives surrounding the origins of polygamy in Mormonism. Through the Research of Clark Aboud and the Historian’s lens of renowned Mormon Scholar Dan Vogel, we confront the contentious question: Did Joseph Smith truly introduce polygamy, or was Brigham Young… Read More »Denying Joseph Smith’s Polygamy Part 2 [Mormon Discussion 393] The post Denying Joseph Smith’s Polygamy Part 2 [Mormon Discussion 393] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
In “Denying Joseph Smith’s Polygamy,” we embark on a compelling journey through conflicting narratives surrounding the origins of polygamy in Mormonism. Through the Research of Clark Aboud and the Historian’s lens of renowned Mormon Scholar Dan Vogel, we confront the contentious question: Did Joseph Smith truly introduce polygamy, or was Brigham Young the mastermind behind… Read More »Denying Joseph Smith’s Polygamy: Historical Analysis of the Evidence Part 1 [Mormon Discussion 392] The post Denying Joseph Smith’s Polygamy: Historical Analysis of the Evidence Part 1 [Mormon Discussion 392] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
In “No Nonsense Spirituality,” author, philosopher, and friend Britt Hartley offers a groundbreaking exploration that marries the rigor of rational inquiry with the depths of human spirituality. Best of all? No faith in the unbelievable is required. Drawing from the wellsprings of science, philosophy, religion, and psychology, this illuminating work charts a course for those… Read More »Britt Hartley: No Nonsense Spirituality [Mormon Discussion 391] The post Britt Hartley: No Nonsense Spirituality [Mormon Discussion 391] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
Radio Free Mormon takes a look at the small plates of Nephi and find himself in the midst of a sticky issue. Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonDiscussionsInc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of… Read More »A Thorny Problem in The Book of Mormon: Missing Generations in the Small Plates of Nephi [RFM 337]
Radio Free Mormon takes a look at the small plates of Nephi and find himself in the midst of a sticky issue. Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonDiscussionsInc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of… Read More »A Thorny Problem in The Book of Mormon: Missing Generations in the Small Plates of Nephi [RFM 337] The post A Thorny Problem in The Book of Mormon: Missing Generations in the Small Plates of Nephi [RFM 337] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
We review the recent Jubilee video discussion that had Mormons and Ex-Mormons sitting down to discuss differences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Run1f29po8g&t Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonDiscussionsInc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of support for those who… Read More »Mormons vs Ex-Mormons [Mormonism Live: 167]
We review the recent Jubilee video discussion that had Mormons and Ex-Mormons sitting down to discuss differences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Run1f29po8g&t Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonDiscussionsInc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of support for those who… Read More »Mormons vs Ex-Mormons [Mormonism Live: 167] The post Mormons vs Ex-Mormons [Mormonism Live: 167] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
We review the recent Jubilee video discussion that had Mormons and Ex-Mormons sitting down to discuss differences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Run1f29po8g&t Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonDiscussionsInc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of support for those who… Read More »Mormons vs Ex-Mormons [Mormonism Live: 167]
In this eye-opening episode of the Mormon Discussion podcast, host Bill Reel takes a brave and unexpected stance on a topic that has long been considered a cornerstone in the fight against abuse. In “The Shocking Truth about Mandatory Reporting,” Bill discloses a profound shift in his perspective after delving into extensive research on the… Read More »The Shocking Truth about Mandatory Reporting [Mormon Discussion: 390] The post The Shocking Truth about Mandatory Reporting [Mormon Discussion: 390] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
On this Episode of Mormon Discussion we lay out the Smoking Gun that imposes that Polygamy be placed at the feet of joseph Smith For those doing research the following resources will allow you to trace my steps PDF used for the Show – https://mormondiscussionpodcast.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/06/Smoking-Gun-Land-Deeds.pdf Document containing all the research https://mormondiscussionpodcast.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/06/All-Women-Deeded-Land-Alone.pdf This site contains tons… Read More »The Smoking Gun That Joseph Smith Practiced Polygamy: MD: 388 The post The Smoking Gun That Joseph Smith Practiced Polygamy: MD: 388 appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
Recently Bill Reel had a conversation with a active believer on Morality in Episodes #381 & #382. Today Bill sits down with Spencer Wright to carry that conversation further by talking about how Atheists form Morality and whether such morality can in fact take us into the future. The post Atheist Morality: Mormon Discussion: 384 appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints claims to be led by Prophets, Seers, and Revelators. That these men are special witnesses of Christ. That they speak to God and discern his will for us. Latter-day Saints are taught that these men are like Moses, Noah, and Abraham. We take a look at these… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 380: Examining the LDS Prophetic Mantle The post Mormon Discussion: 380: Examining the LDS Prophetic Mantle appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
I’m going to let you into my head for a moment. Don’t say I didn’t warn you. Have you ever considered the amount of violence and deception in Mormonism’s past and present and pondered all the reasons for folks to feel fear or personal risk in exposing Mormonism? The post Mormon Discussion: 378: Mormonism & Two Tickets to Crazy Town appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
Sherri Dew recently gave a Devotional Talk titled “Prophets Can See Around Corners” at BYU Hawaii on Nov 1st 2022. Bill and RFM take a deep look into this talk to see if what sort of apologetic tricks and absurd claims Sherri Dew makes this time around. Make some hot chocolate, grab a slice of… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 107: Sherri Dew You Know – A Not So Christmas Special The post Mormonism LIVE: 107: Sherri Dew You Know – A Not So Christmas Special appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
This week we explore DezNat or a loosely connected group of folks who claim to be Deseret Nationals. We explore their violent rhetoric and their problematic ideology and we even have a former DezNat follower to help us add context to this story. #DezNat RESOURCES: Wiki DezNat – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DezNat DezNat Twitter – https://twitter.com/DeseretNation DezNat Exposed… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 106: DezNat Exposed The post Mormonism LIVE: 106: DezNat Exposed appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
Since 1830 Mormonism has, as likely a part of it's persecution complex, used violent rhetoric and has taught its members to use violent means. That rhetoric either leads to further violence or at least creates safer spaces for violence to occur. Today we look into Mormonism Past and Present to expose a history wide pattern… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 105: When Mormon Leaders Encourage Violence The post Mormonism LIVE: 105: When Mormon Leaders Encourage Violence appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
What happens when a Member of the LDS Church stands opposed in a sustaining vote of Church leaders, follows the process the Church has laid out around “common consent”, and shows conclusively that current LDS Prophets, Seers, and Revelators have lied to the members. Well, you are about to find out, because Nemo does just… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 104: Captain Nemo VS The LDS Church The post Mormonism LIVE: 104: Captain Nemo VS The LDS Church appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
As a follow-up to episode 101 on the Third Convention, Thomas Murphy joins us to add clarity and context to all the ground we covered and to add details that make this story even more interesting. RESOURCES: The First Part – Video Version – https://youtu.be/Gmjk3Kht0S8 Slide Show used by Prof Murphy in this episode –… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 103: Thomas Murphy on the Third Convention The post Mormonism LIVE: 103: Thomas Murphy on the Third Convention appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
What is the greatest problem in the LDS Church? That question is at the heart of this week's episode. Jim Bennett is our guest this week on Mormonism LIVE, as we explore this question and some of the territory surrounding it. The post Mormonism LIVE: 102: The Greatest Problem In The LDS Church appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
Apostasy is something the LDS Church show serious concern over. And why shouldn't they knowing James Strang, Lorin C. Wooley, Denver Snuffer, Julie Rowe all have led Splinter Factions of one sort or another that have had influence over segments of Latter-day Saints. The idea that a few voices or even a single voice can… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 101: The Third Convention The post Mormonism LIVE: 101: The Third Convention appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
Just a quick lesson on how rational thinking works. If anyone views/listens to this and would like to debate a problematic issue in Mormonism or disagree with my approach to rational thinking, please email me at MormonDiscussionsPodcasts AT Gamil DOT Com as I would love to continue the conversation The post Mormon Discussion: 377: Quick Lesson in Rational Thinking appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
Just a quick lesson on how rational thinking works. If anyone views/listens to this and would like to debate a problematic issue in Mormonism or disagree with my approach to rational thinking, please email me at MormonDiscussionsPodcasts AT Gamil DOT Com as I would love to continue the conversation The post Mormon Discussion: 377: Quick Lesson in Rational Thinking appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
To celebrate our 100th episode, we invite all of you to join us as we take a look back at the past 99 episodes and share which have been most meaningful and which are our favorites and we will be taking calls from you our listeners and letting you share with us which ones meant… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 100: 100th Episode Super Show The post Mormonism LIVE: 100: 100th Episode Super Show appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
On this week's episode we take a deeper look at the 1826 trial in Bainbridge, NY. We examine what led to the trial, what witnesses claimed, what we know about the trial proceedings, how Smith and Stowell got introduced to each other, and a few other interesting facts along the way that make this such… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 099: The 1826 Trial of Joseph Smith The Glass Looker The post Mormonism LIVE: 099: The 1826 Trial of Joseph Smith The Glass Looker appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
In this Episode Bill and RFM will go into a story few members know about in regards to the Prophet Joseph Smith and one of his young plural wives. It involves some re-gifting, a land deal, and Harsh Measures T-Shirt Contest Voting takes place here – https://forms.gle/MzBroWzRvk7EFEpQ9 A.) Lucien Woodworth born April 3rd 1799 … Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 098: Gold Gifts, Deeds, & Harsh Measures The post Mormonism LIVE: 098: Gold Gifts, Deeds, & Harsh Measures appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
I can think of no better way to help believing and post Mormons best understand their religion than through the lens of another High Demand Fundamentalist religion. So here it is the Jehovah’s Witnesses The post Mormon Discussion: 376: Utilizing the Jehovah’s Witnesses to Understand Mormonism appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
I can think of no better way to help believing and post Mormons best understand their religion than through the lens of another High Demand Fundamentalist religion. So here it is the Jehovah's Witnesses The post Mormon Discussion: 376: Utilizing the Jehovah's Witnesses to Understand Mormonism appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
Critics accuse the Prophets Joseph Smith of plagiarizing multiple sources in order to create the standard works and Mormon Theology. Today we take a deep look into these accusations to see if there is any merit to their claims. You won’t want to miss this. Below is the outline for the video podcast that covers… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 375: Plagiarism In Joseph Smith’s Mormonism The post Mormon Discussion: 375: Plagiarism In Joseph Smith’s Mormonism appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
A listener was able to have a candid chat with Elder Bednar recently and agreed to share with us how it went! This is part 2 of that conversation. Join us live! The post Mormonism LIVE: 097: A Chat w/ Elder Bednar Part 2 appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
Critics accuse the Prophets Joseph Smith of plagiarizing multiple sources in order to create the standard works and Mormon Theology. Today we take a deep look into these accusations to see if there is any merit to their claims. You won't want to miss this. Below is the outline for the video podcast that covers… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 375: Plagiarism In Joseph Smith's Mormonism The post Mormon Discussion: 375: Plagiarism In Joseph Smith's Mormonism appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
RFM and Bill Reel will sit down with author Cheryl Bruno to discuss her book “Method Infinite: Freemasonry and the Mormon Restoration”. Synopsis of her book – “While no one thing can entirely explain the rise of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the historical influence of Freemasonry on this religious tradition cannot… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 096: Mormonism & Masonry The post Mormonism LIVE: 096: Mormonism & Masonry appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
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A listener was able to have a candid chat with Elder Bednar recently and agreed to share with us how it went! Join us live! The post Mormonism LIVE: 095: A Chat w/Elder Bednar appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
Dan Vogel joins RFM to discuss the Occult in the Life of Joseph Smith and his family. The post Mormonism LIVE: 094: Joseph Smith & The Occult appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
In Mormon parlance, the Tar and Feathering of Joseph Smith is a faith promoting story about a mob of mean men punishing Joseph Smith for being a prophet. But it doesn't take one long when their ears are to the ground in non-correlated circles to hear rumblings that the tar and feathering is connected to… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 093: The Tar and Feathering of Joseph Smith The post Mormonism LIVE: 093: The Tar and Feathering of Joseph Smith appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
In today’s episode of Mormon Discussion, Bill Reel runs through some of the memorable moments from his life. Some of them funny, some of them entertaining, some of them serious all in a effort to help those who follow Mormon Discussion’s work to know Bill better. The post Mormon Discussion: 373: Bill Reel – Stories from My Life appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
We continue our series exploring specific issues and asking if “Is Mormonism Absurd?” with this episode examining the bible. RESOURCES: 3rd Isaiah or Deutero-Isaiah https://www.timesandseasons.org/harchive/2017/03/deutero-isaiah-in-the-book-of-mormon/index.html 3rd Isaiah or Deutero-Isaiah https://bycommonconsent.com/2016/02/12/2-nephi-and-the-deutero-isaiah-problem-in-the-book-of-mormon-bom2016/ Haley Lemmon on the Adam Clarke Commentary and LDS Inspired Bible https://mormondiscussionpodcast.org/2018/05/haley-lemmon-joseph-smith-translation-revelation-plagiarism/ BYU’s acknowledgement of Joseph Smith’s Plagarism of Adam Clarke’s Commentary http://jur.byu.edu/?p=21296 Book of… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 374: Is Mormonism Absurd? – The Bible The post Mormon Discussion: 374: Is Mormonism Absurd? – The Bible appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
In today's episode of Mormon Discussion, Bill Reel runs through some of the memorable moments from his life. Some of them funny, some of them entertaining, some of them serious all in a effort to help those who follow Mormon Discussion's work to know Bill better. The post Mormon Discussion: 373: Bill Reel – Stories from My Life appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
We continue our series exploring specific issues and asking if “Is Mormonism Absurd?” with this episode examining the bible. RESOURCES: 3rd Isaiah or Deutero-Isaiah https://www.timesandseasons.org/harchive/2017/03/deutero-isaiah-in-the-book-of-mormon/index.html 3rd Isaiah or Deutero-Isaiah https://bycommonconsent.com/2016/02/12/2-nephi-and-the-deutero-isaiah-problem-in-the-book-of-mormon-bom2016/ Haley Lemmon on the Adam Clarke Commentary and LDS Inspired Bible https://mormondiscussionpodcast.org/2018/05/haley-lemmon-joseph-smith-translation-revelation-plagiarism/ BYU's acknowledgement of Joseph Smith's Plagarism of Adam Clarke's Commentary http://jur.byu.edu/?p=21296 Book of… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 374: Is Mormonism Absurd? – The Bible The post Mormon Discussion: 374: Is Mormonism Absurd? – The Bible appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
RFM and Bill sit down with Movie Director Richard Dutcher to explore his career directing the movies God's Army, Brigham City, & States of Grace. We take a look at these films through the perspective of Richard's faith journey and take an evening to get to know the man who kicked of Mormon cinema. RESOURCES:… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 092: Mormon Movie Maker The post Mormonism LIVE: 092: Mormon Movie Maker appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
Throughout multiple talks including one released just a few days ago, Sister Bonnie Cordon, Young Women general president, has spoke about the loss of her Grandson, Derek within Church approved channels. What she doesn't say is that the death of this child is surrounded by horrific details that contradict witness statements that involve allegations of… Read More »Mormonism LIVE: 091: Bonnie Cordon & The Breath of Life #HearHim The post Mormonism LIVE: 091: Bonnie Cordon & The Breath of Life #HearHim appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
In the this installment of our series “Is Mormonism Absurd” we cover the chapter on Angels and the chapter on animals. We explore whether why John the Baptist didn’t baptize Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery. We hit on Joseph Smith referring to the angel who visited him as Nephi instead of Moroni. We look at… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 372: Is Mormonism Absurd – Angels & Animals The post Mormon Discussion: 372: Is Mormonism Absurd – Angels & Animals appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
We continue our series walking out the logic of Mormon Claims. In this third installment we tackle the role America plays in the restoration. From a Land of Promise to being the home of the Nephites and Lamanites, to Christ’s visit, to being where Noah set sail as a Global Flood took place. We talk… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 370: Is Mormonism Absurd – America The Land of Promise The post Mormon Discussion: 370: Is Mormonism Absurd – America The Land of Promise appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
We continue our series walking out the logic of Mormon Claims. In this fourth segment we dive into the Native Americans as Lamanites. We talk about skin curses of color change, of whether the Nephites came to an empty Americas, the non success of missionary work to the Lamanites, and how the Book of Mormon… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 371: Is Mormonism Absurd – Native Americans & Lamanites The post Mormon Discussion: 371: Is Mormonism Absurd – Native Americans & Lamanites appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
In 2016 David A Bednar, Apostle in the LDS Church taught the doctrine of Moral or Representative Agency. This perspective seemed to be different than the type of Agency that Mormonism had taught up to that moment. “Free Agency” was officially gone and something less free was being created. On today’s episode we look at… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 369: The Death of Free Agency in Mormonism The post Mormon Discussion: 369: The Death of Free Agency in Mormonism appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
We continue a series today where we break down specific issues and weigh how much irrational ideas we have to believe in order for Mormonism to be true. Sit with how much allowances and conjecture is required for these small specific topics within Mormonism. For this series we use the book “Obscure Mormon Doctrine” written… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 368: Is Mormonism Absurd – Mormon Heaven & The 3 Kingdoms The post Mormon Discussion: 368: Is Mormonism Absurd – Mormon Heaven & The 3 Kingdoms appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.
We start a series today where we break down specific issues and weigh how much irrational ideas we have to believe in order for Mormonism to be true. Sit with how much allowances and conjecture is required for these small specific topics within Mormonism. For this series we use the book “Obscure Mormon Doctrine” written… Read More »Mormon Discussion: 367: Is Mormonism Absurd – Adam Our First Parent The post Mormon Discussion: 367: Is Mormonism Absurd – Adam Our First Parent appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.