Listen, Learn & Love Hosted by Richard Ostler
Richard OstlerWelcome to our podcast! My name is Richard H. Ostler and I am a native of Salt Lake City, small business owner, married father of six with several grandchildren. I believe in and am deeply committed to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and want it to work for a wider group. I am the author of three books: “Listen Learn and Love: Embracing LGBTQ Latter-day Saints” published in 2020 av... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 533 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Religion & Spirituality | |||
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My friend Greg Prince (writer, scientist, businessman, philanthropist—see bio at: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gregory_Prince) joins us to talk about his book “Gay Rights and the Mormon Church: Intended Actions, Unintended Consequences” released in ... more
My friends, Jeff McLean (same-sex marriage, nationally known performer, vocal coach, author), Michael McLean (famous LDS songwriter, composer, playwright) and Jeff’s friend Dr. Brad Reedy (Co-Founder and Chief Clinical Officer) join us to talk about ... more
My friend Kelsey Well (who was on Episode 815) joins us to update her story. Kelsey (former EFY counselor and seminary teacher, active Latter-day Saint)—who broke off an engagement to a man realizing it wasn’t right which she talked about in her prio... more
In one of our bravest, raw, and most vulnerable episodes, my friend Rod Gardner (married father of 5, lives in Northern Utah, dentist, age 60) shares his story/new book called “Second Change Again: A Dentist’s Journey from Professional Success to Pri... more
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Richard was amazing to work with! He was kind, inviting, and is a really great listener. I could tell he was understanding my story by the way he took notes and summarized my main points. Great content on his podcast because he really creates a safe space to share.
Apple Podcasts5Josh Otani
United Statesa month ago - Kindness embodied
For anyone who has been wounded, this is a place of healing. Richard celebrates kindness and gentleness. He invites compassion. He facilitates understanding. His guests feel SEEN which is what we all desire. That ability to SEE people translates into the healing kind of Love that feels holy.
Apple Podcasts5Rebecca Mullen CoachingUnited States7 months ago - Personal and Inspiring
This podcast values the powerful wisdom of lived experience and has helped me better understand people I love. I always leave feeling deeper compassion for our human experience and desire to love and create more belonging in my community.
Apple Podcasts5sageelizabeth24United Statesa year ago - McKay Mayes episode
I’m convinced that I was led by the spirit to listen to this episode with McKay. It was exactly what I needed to hear this week. He very articulately put into words the things that have been in my heart. So grateful for your courage and vulnerability in sharing your message. You’ve made a lasting impression in my life.
Apple Podcasts5marticitaUnited Statesa year ago - I really love these guests
Thank you Richard for taking the effort to do this. It’s been so helpful for me as I navigate LGBTQ and the Latter-day Saint faith for my family. Bless you.
Apple Podcasts5klinebchUnited Statesa year ago
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This show centers on compassionate conversations about faith, sexuality, and belonging within the Latter-day Saint community. Episodes feature LGBTQ+ individuals, allies, pastors, historians, and artists who share personal journeys, faith challenges, and pathways to inclusion, often weaving in themes of recovery, family, and community healing. A notable angle is how faith communities can listen, learn, and love more effectively, with a consistently empathetic host guiding nuanced discussions that balance doctrine with lived experience. The format tends to be intimate, story-driven, and focused on practical guidance for listeners navigating similar journeys or seeking constructive dialogue around sensitive topics.
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this podcast launched 8 years ago and published 533 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Rod Gardner
2. Wilson Privado
3. Greg Prince
4. Amy Thelin
5. Dilyn Eyerly
6. Chad Call
7. Amanda Wilkinson
8. Javier Aguilar
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