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Informed Saints

Informed Saints
Book Of Mormon
Latter-Day Saints
Joseph Smith
General Conference
Book Of Abraham
Pearl Of Great Price
Halloween
Anachronisms
Bruce R. Mcconkie
Abraham
Russell M. Nelson
Brigham Young University
Doctrine and Covenants
Trunk-Or-Treat
Gold Plates
Archaeology
Franklin D. Richards
Family Proclamation
Temples
President Oaks

The podcast where you can learn about everything from polygamy to gold plates. Hosted by Stephen Smoot, Neal Rappleye, and Jasmin Rappleye.

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Why on earth would looking at a bronze snake on a pole heal someone bitten by a serpent? It's one of the strangest stories in the Old Testament and most readers move past it without a second thought.

But ancient Near Eastern artifacts, Israelite sea... more

What if the strongest evidence for the Book of Mormon isn't archaeological but linguistic?

In this episode of Informed Saints, Jasmin Rappleye, Neal Rappleye, and Stephen Smoot sit down with Brian Stubbs, a respected Uto-Aztecan linguist whose found... more

Is Facsimile 3 of the Book of Abraham really just a standard Egyptian funerary scene, as critics often claim? New research suggests the answer is far more complicated and far more interesting.

In this episode of Informed Saints, Jasmin Rappleye, Nea... more

What if the historical evidence for the gold plates is as strong as the evidence for the Resurrection of Jesus Christ?

In this episode of Informed Saints, Jasmin Rappleye, Neal Rappleye, and Stephen Smoot sit down with Josh Gailey, an ordained evang... more

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Recent Guests

Quinten Barney
Researcher who did the thesis on Facsimile 3
Independent researcher/academic
Episode: Egyptologists Got Facsimile 3 WRONG (New Research Reveals Why)
Josh Gailey
Ordained evangelist in the Church of Jesus Christ
Church of Jesus Christ
Episode: Is the Evidence for Gold Plates STRONGER Than the Resurrection?
Daniel C. Peterson
Historian of religion and Latter-day Saint history
Brigham Young University
Episode: Scholar DEBUNKS the Biggest Lies About Brigham Young
Matthew Gray
Professor of Ancient Scripture at Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University
Episode: Archaeologist Reveals the REAL Gethsemane (It’s Not What You Think)
Matt Bowen
Professor on campus at BYU–Hawaii
BYU–Hawaii
Episode: Book of Mormon Names Have Ancient Meanings Nobody Talks About
Justin Dyer
Professor of Religious Education at Brigham Young University, expert in Human and Community Development
Brigham Young University
Episode: The Surprising REAL Reason People Are Leaving The Church
Jeff Bradshaw
A distinguished scholar on the antiquity of Latter-day Saint temples and author on the Book of Moses and Book of Abraham
Florida Institute of Human and Machine Cognition
Episode: Abraham’s Story Is the Temple Endowment in Disguise (Jeff Bradshaw Explains)
Professor Joshua Sears
A professor of Ancient Scripture at Brigham Young University and author of 'A Modern Guide to an Old Testament'
Brigham Young University
Episode: Why the Old Testament Is the Most Misunderstood Scripture | Dr. Joshua Sears
Kerry Muhlstein
Egyptologist and professor at Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University
Episode: Egyptologist Uncovers Evidence for Book of Abraham Facsimile 1

Hosts

Stephen Smoot
Host of Informed Saints, with deep engagement in scripture, archaeology, and history.
Neal Rappleye
Co-host with a focus on scholarly analysis and LDS history, often engaging with complex topics.
Jasmin Rappleye
Co-host with a scholarly interest in religious studies and modern LDS discourse.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Thank you

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dan in Poky
    United States3 months ago
  • So far, excellent!

    Well done thus far. Please continue to focus on LDS apologetics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KirkCharlie
    United States7 months ago
  • Big fan of Jasmine Rappleye

    I can’t wait to listen to this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jareditish
    United States8 months ago
  • About time!

    I’ve been following Jasmines content for a long time. I can’t wait to see where this goes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mckbry1982
    United States8 months ago

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Is the Evidence for Gold Plates STRONGER Than the Resurrection?
Q: Could you give people a quick rundown of what the minimal facts argument is?
The minimal facts approach starts by establishing credible, unsympathetic historical sources, lists the core facts that are generally agreed upon, and then uses a probability analysis to determine what is the most likely explanation that best fits all the data and core facts.
Archaeologist Reveals the REAL Gethsemane (It’s Not What You Think)
Q: How do the four Gospel accounts interact with the archaeological picture?
Each Gospel presents a distinct emphasis—humanness and suffering (Mark/Matthew), athletic fortitude (Luke), and divine theophany (John)—that can be read in dialogue with the site's features to enrich interpretation without forcing harmonization.
Archaeologist Reveals the REAL Gethsemane (It’s Not What You Think)
Q: What does archaeology reveal about the traditional Garden of Gethsemane setting?
Archaeology suggests the site was likely an oil-press facility near olive terraces, with a grotto that could have housed the press, offering a physically grounded context for the narrative.
The Surprising REAL Reason People Are Leaving The Church
Q: What role does social media play in the connection to politics and religion?
Social media creates ideological silos and increases engagement in extremism, affecting individuals' religious identities and connections.
The Surprising REAL Reason People Are Leaving The Church
Q: What is the biggest predictor of someone leaving the church right now?
A daily connection with God and political identity are significant factors. Those on the extreme ends of the political spectrum are more likely to disconnect from their religion.

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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. Quinten Barney
2. Josh Gailey
3. Daniel C. Peterson
4. Matthew Gray
5. Matt Bowen
6. Justin Dyer
7. Jeff Bradshaw
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