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Deseret Voices

Deseret News
Political Violence
United States
Donald Trump
Republican Party
Generative AI
Sports Betting
Artificial Intelligence
Immigration
Mental Health
Literacy
Democracy
Utah
Higher Education
Technology
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Olivia Moultrie
Social Media
Education
Civil Discourse
Antisemitism

Welcome to Deseret Voices, a weekly podcast from the Deseret News (deseret.com) that brings depth, nuance and respect to conversations about today’s complex topics and current events. Join our hosts, award-winning journalists McKay Coppins and Jane Clayson Johnson, every Thursday as they go beyond news headlines by talking with newsmakers and thought leaders to find common ground and uncov... more

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On this episode of "Deseret Voices," host Jane Clayson Johnson sits down with Dr. David Wingate — professor of computer science at Brigham Young University and academic lead for the Consortium for Evaluation of Faith and Ethics in AI (CEFE-AI). Toget... more

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At just 7 years old, Olivia Moultrie wrote a note to her parents stating she wanted to be the best soccer player in the world. By 13, she had signed a historic Nike endorsement deal. At 15, she sued the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) to lift i... more

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Does religious freedom only benefit the devout or is it the bedrock foundation that keeps all civil liberties intact? This week on "Deseret Voices," host Jane Clayson Johnson sits down with Josh McDaniel, assistant professor at Harvard Law School and... more

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As the United States hits its historic 250th anniversary, the nation finds itself caught in the throes of a profound "faith crisis" — not just in its institutions, but in the very endurance of the American experiment. In this episode of "Deseret Voic... more

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Recent Guests

David Wingate
Professor of Computer Science at Brigham Young University, academic lead for the Consortium for Evaluation of Faith and Ethics in AI
Brigham Young University
Episode: Is AI Erasing Religion? The Surprising New Data
Olivia Moultrie
Professional soccer player, Portland Thorns and USWNT
Portland Thorns / United States Women's National Team
Episode: Olivia Moultrie: Rewriting the Rules of Women’s Soccer
Josh McDaniel
Assistant Professor at Harvard Law School and Director of the Religious Freedom Clinic at Harvard Law
Harvard Law School
Episode: Protecting the Freedom to Choose — or Reject — Faith
Mitt Romney
Former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate
Former U.S. Senate
Episode: Mitt Romney: Finding Faith in America Again
Jon Meacham
Historian and author
Author, historian
Episode: Jon Meacham: The Fragility of the American Experiment
Josh Romney
Co-founder of Great Salt Lake Rising
Great Salt Lake Rising
Episode: Toxic Dust and Economic Collapse: The Real Cost of losing the Great Salt Lake
Ben Abbott
Professor of Ecology, Executive Director of Grow the Flow
Brigham Young University; Grow the Flow
Episode: Toxic Dust and Economic Collapse: The Real Cost of losing the Great Salt Lake
Dallas Jenkins
Creator, writer, director of The Chosen
The Chosen; Five and Two Studios
Episode: Behind ‘The Chosen’: Miracles, Milestones, and the Final Season with Dallas Jenkins
Sheri Dew
Facilitator and connector in the interview
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Episode: Behind ‘The Chosen’: Miracles, Milestones, and the Final Season with Dallas Jenkins

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • I loved this

    Pure and simple, Honest and kind. Thanks for creating content that lifts the spirit

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PJPerz
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the meaningful interviews

    The interviews are great look forward to this each week. I’ve gone back and listened to interviews before I learned of the podcast. Time well spent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    egroup 22
    United States2 months ago
  • My new favorite podcast

    So glad to find this, and I’ve been going back listening to all the past episodes. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LDSAZGIRL
    United States3 months ago
  • Elder Gilbert

    Beautiful and “real” interview with Jane and our newest apostle, Elder Gilbert. Excited to learn each week something new and profound from this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jnr UT
    United States5 months ago
  • Add it to your playlist!

    Jane Clayson Johnson and McKay Coppins, both BYU grads, are credible and accomplished journalists who’ve both reached the top of their field. Deseret News is lucky to have them. I’ve added this to my playlist.

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    United States5 months ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' credible, well-sourced conversations and thoughtful guests.
Fans describe it as a trusted source for civics and nuanced analysis across controversial topics.
Many appreciate objective, nonpartisan dialogue that avoids partisan hype.
Critics note occasional leftward bias in some episodes.
Guests and topics are seen as timely and impactful for understanding current events.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Olivia Moultrie: Rewriting the Rules of Women’s Soccer
Q: What is your approach to longevity and staying at the top of your game as you balance demanding training with personal passions and recovery?
I prioritize sport science and recovery, but I also build a routine that keeps me mentally and physically healthy, including reading, cooking, and family time, ensuring I can sustain peak performance over a longer career.
Olivia Moultrie: Rewriting the Rules of Women’s Soccer
Q: How has faith intersected with your athletic journey, especially during setbacks or pivotal moments like the lawsuit and injuries?
Faith provides a constant framework for perseverance, reminding me to zoom out, see the bigger picture, and rely on a higher plan while remaining focused on daily recovery, training, and doing the right things to help my team succeed.
Olivia Moultrie: Rewriting the Rules of Women’s Soccer
Q: What was the courtroom experience like, and how did it shape your outlook on your career and women's soccer more broadly?
The lawsuit felt like a collective effort with excellent lawyers and teammates behind me; it wasn't just about a personal win but about creating opportunities for the next generation of players, and it opened the door for the league to reassess age restrictions and invest in homegrown talent.
Olivia Moultrie: Rewriting the Rules of Women’s Soccer
Q: When did you first realize you could compete at the highest level, and how did you handle that realization as a 13- to 15-year-old?
I understood early that preparation and belief in myself had to outpace any fear; I trained with older players, faced skepticism, and kept pushing, which helped me mature quickly and gain a level of readiness that surprised even me when I made my pro debut at 15.
Jon Meacham: The Fragility of the American Experiment
Q: Are there enough people willing to vote against their immediate partisan interests to preserve an arena of healthy political contest?
The data suggests a persistent strain of partisanship, but the hope lies in recognizing the long arc of history where moderate, principled leadership could realign incentives and restore a functioning deliberative process.

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This show features in-depth conversations with newsmakers, thought leaders, and experts to shed light on politics, faith, sports, and current events. Hosts bring measured, respectful dialogue, aiming to move beyond headlines and uncover diverse perspectives, often linking policy issues to civics, ethics, and everyday life. Notable strengths include balanced questioning, thoughtful guests, and a clear emphasis on civil discourse and practical implications for listeners who want nuance over partisan sound bites.

A standout trait is the commitment to sparking constructive discussion across controversial topics, with guests ranging from university leaders to public officials. The format tends to blend policy insight with human-centered storyte... more

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2. Olivia Moultrie
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7. Ben Abbott
8. Dallas Jenkins

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