Informed Saints
Informed SaintsThe podcast where you can learn about everything from polygamy to gold plates. Hosted by Stephen Smoot, Neal Rappleye, and Jasmin Rappleye.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 31 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Religion & Spirituality | |||
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Brigham Young has one of the most misunderstood reputations in all of Latter-day Saint history. Was he really a tyrannical dictator? A womanizing polygamist? Did he order the Mountain Meadows Massacre or even orchestrate the murder of Joseph Smith? I... more
We're diving into the top highlights and reveals of the April 2026 General Conference. We'll also be covering the Latter-day Saint celebration of Easter this year.
===Informed Saints Credits===
Produced by: The Ancient America Foundation
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Archaeologist Matthew Gray reveals that the Garden of Gethsemane was likely a cave — not an open garden of olive trees. What does that mean for how we understand Jesus’s final night?
The archaeology changes everything.
Most people picture Jesus kne... more
Did Nephi really have the five books of Moses on the brass plates? Critics say it’s impossible—that the Torah didn’t exist in its current form by 600 BC. But is that the full story?
In this episode of Informed Saints, Jasmin Rappleye, Neal Rappleye,... more
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I appreciate the topics that have been covered to date. I enjoy the three cohosts. They work well together and bring different viewpoints and areas of expertise that enhances the show.
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United States2 months ago - So far, excellent!
Well done thus far. Please continue to focus on LDS apologetics.
Apple Podcasts5KirkCharlieUnited States7 months ago - Big fan of Jasmine Rappleye
I can’t wait to listen to this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5JareditishUnited States7 months ago - About time!
I’ve been following Jasmines content for a long time. I can’t wait to see where this goes.
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What is Informed Saints about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Explores a scholarly, religion-focused dialogue around Book of Mormon names, ancient Near Eastern and Egyptian naming traditions, and how names illuminate narrative structure and themes. The discussions frequently bridge scripture, archaeology, and Egyptology with modern faith practices, including temple rites, scriptural translations, and debates on historicity. Noteworthy is the blend of rigorous scholarship with accessible storytelling, frequent cross-examination of competing theories, and a community-driven feel that features frequent collaboration among three co-hosts and guest scholars. Potential listeners who enjoy nuanced theological and historical analysis, plus a clear interest in LDS archaeology, onomastics, and scriptural interp... more
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Recent guests on Informed Saints include:
1. Daniel C. Peterson
2. Matthew Gray
3. Matt Bowen
4. Justin Dyer
5. Jeff Bradshaw
6. Professor Joshua Sears
7. Kerry Muhlstein
8. Grant Underwood
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