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Latter Day Struggles

Valerie Hamaker
Mental Health
LDS Church
LDS Temple Recommend
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Social Justice
Faith Crisis
LDS Faith
Spiritual Growth
Mormon Fundamentalism
LDS Faith Crisis
Spiritual Healing
God
Religion and Spirituality
Temple Recommend Interview
Belief Policing
Polygamy
LGBTQ Issues
Love and Welcoming
Temple Recommend
Oath-Bound Organizations

The Latter Day Struggles Podcast addresses beliefs and issues within the LDS faith that are challenging to talk about but vital to discuss for those trying to navigate their relationship in or around the church. Valerie and her guests invite psychological maturity, theological health, and institutional integrity.

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Join us for this one-time-only recording of our FIRST Latter Day Struggles "Live Fellowship"!

What is this, you ask?  Valerie has decided to offer a gathering place for those on the LDS and surrounding faith expansion jou... more

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Series Title: What does the Family Proclamation Mean to You? [Episode II of II]

This episode of Latter Day Struggles continues a two-part conversation about the LDS Church's Proclamation on the Family, examining the tensi... more

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Series Title:  What does the Family Proclamation Mean to You? [Episode I of II]

Welcome to this two-part series where Valerie welcomes returned guest scholar Taylor Petrey to discuss the LDS Church's Family Proclamation t... more

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Have you ever listened to a Latter Day Struggles episode and wanted nothing more than to talk about it but no one is around or would understand?  Have you noticed that while your heart is growing faster than ever, your rel... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Strong
Former mission president and researcher
Episode: 393: Quiet Conflict: What the Research Reveals About Active LDS Members
Steve Hitz
Co-author of 'Igniting the Holy Flame,' a book focusing on building communities of love in the aftermath of negative religious culture.
Episode: 373: What Caterpillars Can Teach us about Blind Conformity
Ginger Hitz
Co-author of 'Igniting the Holy Flame,' emphasizing the need for compassionate spiritual connections.
Episode: 373: What Caterpillars Can Teach us about Blind Conformity
Valerie Hamaker
Marriage and family counselor, host of Latter Day Struggles Podcast, and advocate for mental health in the LDS community.
Episode: 347: Public Voices: Navigating an LDS Culture of Quiet Dissent
Russ Hinkley
Husband of Susan Hinkley from At Last She Said It, and author interested in early Christian history.
Episode: 325: Why Jesus Likely Couldn't Care Less about Church Handbooks & Creeds
Kathryn Sonntag
Engaged scholar in Rootwork and its applications
Episode: đź”’ 322: How Rootwork Brings us to Deep Kinship in this World & in the Mormon Cosmos w/ Kathryn Sonntag & Taylor Petrey
Taylor Petrey
Author of Queering Kinship in the Mormon Cosmos
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Episode: 319: "Queering" Ideas about Heavenly Mother in the Mormon Cosmos
Jana Riess
Author and researcher focusing on faith journeys in the LDS Church
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Episode: 295: On LDS "Loyalists", "Leavers" & Everyone In Between! with Jana Riess
Susan Hinckley
Co-host of the At Last She Said It podcast and advocate for inclusive conversations in the Latter Day Saint community
At Last She Said It
Episode: 293: How the Powerhouses on "At Last She Said It" Found Their Backbones & their Voices

Host

Valerie Hamaker
Host of insightful conversations surrounding faith transitions, mental health, and community building within the LDS context. An experienced mental health professional focusing on providing support for individuals navigating complex relationships with their faith.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Protein for My Soul

    I love this podcast so much, I backed up to episode 1 and am listening to them in order. I’ve been listening everyday for the past month. I feel that my spiritual health and strength is increasing due in large part to the thoughts and principles I’m hearing and then processing, and incorporating into my life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agos9707
    United States2 months ago
  • Great place to feel not alone!

    I stumbled over one of Valerie’s classes through another therapist, and I was hooked. So many of the things Valerie said in that class, spoke to my soul. Somewhere during that class, I heard she had a podcast and I knew I needed to find it. I have been binging ever since! Thank you to the Hamaker’s for the work they do and being so inclusive. Thank you for putting words to our feelings that we don’t know how to explain. We are forever grateful!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mama BD4
    United States6 months ago
  • You have an ageism problem

    Do you really have to mention “Steve” with his white hair and his being the “Grandpa” of the group? On what day in all of our short lives are we suddenly part of the “older crowd” that you’re amazed are capable of thinking in a way that you consider “amazingly young-thinking”? In the overall scheme of things, we’re all very close to the same age. Yes, I suddenly find myself, a mother of six, a 74-year-old woman whose children are all grown and I’m eligible for Medicare and social security. So wh... more

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    kathysuperwoman
    United States7 months ago
  • Talk abt talking

    Used to enjoy this podcast until

    I joined a “faith expansion group”. Now I see that her podcast and group are just a lot of platitudes talking about talking about the subject at hand. Wasted time with meditation that could’ve been had in one’s own time rather than what members paid for. Supplemental group was shaming, unguided and bashing. Valerie is aloof and doesn’t stay connected with group happenings on Marco Polo. Her group was her agenda and not client centered. Very $$$ oriented inst... more

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    Somebody u never knew
    United States7 months ago
  • Priestcraft

    When half the episodes are hidden behind a paywall, it’s apparent what the real goal of this podcast has become.

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    AGuyNamedEddie
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners express deep gratitude for the community and understanding the podcast offers, particularly for individuals feeling isolated in their faith journeys.
The hosts are praised for their vulnerability and ability to articulate complex feelings about faith.
Many find the conversations validating and supportive, especially regarding faith transitions and mental health.

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396: UNLOCKED for All Listeners: Shifting the Focus from Abortion to Preventing Unwanted Pregnancy!
Q: What do you recommend as a solution to address the issues around unwanted pregnancies?
We need to move the conversation towards accountability for men and focus on preventing unwanted pregnancies upstream.
396: UNLOCKED for All Listeners: Shifting the Focus from Abortion to Preventing Unwanted Pregnancy!
Q: Can you talk about how religious discourse often frames the conversation around abortion?
The discourse tends to emphasize anti-abortion stances while neglecting women's autonomy and the complexities of men's responsibilities.
395: We Need to Stop Calling Growth a Sin in the LDS Church
Q: How can we coexist despite differing spiritual stages?
By understanding and appreciating the different segments in the community, we can foster compassion and unity.
395: We Need to Stop Calling Growth a Sin in the LDS Church
Q: What are some of the greatest strengths of the culture?
Community, service, faith, unity, and kindness are viewed as significant strengths.
393: Quiet Conflict: What the Research Reveals About Active LDS Members
Q: Who are these folks that you surveyed? Are they self declared active, less active, ambivalent?
Our objective was to obtain a comprehensive perspective that encompasses the entire LDS community, from devout to disaffiliated.

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This podcast focuses on the often complex and challenging conversations surrounding beliefs and issues within the Latter-Day Saints community. By inviting guests from various backgrounds, the discussions navigate the intersection of faith, mental health, and individual experiences within a religious context. Through episodes exploring topics such as mental health, gender dynamics, and community dynamics within the Church, it aims to foster psychological maturity and theological reflection. Notably, the podcast creates a space for open dialogue on sensitive issues, leveraging personal narratives and expert insights to support listeners in their faith journeys. Its commitment to addressing these critical discussions sets it apart as a unique ... more

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1. Jeff Strong
2. Steve Hitz
3. Ginger Hitz
4. Valerie Hamaker
5. Russ Hinkley
6. Kathryn Sonntag
7. Taylor Petrey
8. Jana Riess

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