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Mormon Land explores the contours and complexities of LDS news. It’s hosted by award-winning religion writer Peggy Fletcher Stack and Salt Lake Tribune managing editor David Noyce.

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There was a time in the 1960s when W. Cleon Skousen, who died in 2006 at 92, was a widely known and controversial conservative figure in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Skousen was a popular speaker, teacher and writer, whose books ... more

Earlier this month, general authority Seventy historian Kyle McKay apologized for remarks he made at a regional worship service in Oklahoma.

In his controversial comments, McKay, the official historian for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Sa... more

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There was a time in the 1960s and ’70s, when Marion Duff Hanks was better known than almost any other Latter-day Saint leader.

The boyish, handsome, charismatic and deeply literate Hanks was tapped in 1953 at age 31 as a general authority in The Chu... more

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For about a decade, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been in a costly rebrand aimed in part at shoring up its bona fides as a Christian denomination.

Not everyone is convinced, including, it appears, inside the federal government.... more

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Recent Guests

Kimberly Applewhite Teitter
Black Latter-day Saint musician, assistant director for the Debra Bonner Unity Gospel Choir
Debra Bonner Unity Gospel Choir
Episode: How LDS of all backgrounds can integrate African American spirituals into worship | Episode 445
Krispin Banks
Musician, songwriter, and podcaster focused on cross-cultural faith expressions
Independent artist
Episode: How LDS of all backgrounds can integrate African American spirituals into worship | Episode 445
Richard Hanks
Son of Marion D. Hanks, author of the biography about his father
Author, The Life of Marion D. Hanks
Episode: The beliefs and battles of Marion D. Hanks | Episode 444
Joseph DuWors
Retired Army major and chaplain, Latter-day Saint Comfort, doctoral candidate in Mormon studies
Claremont Graduate University
Episode: Why many evangelicals don't see Latter-day Saints as Christians | Episode 443
Nathaniel Wiewora
Associate professor of history
Harding University
Episode: Why many evangelicals don't see Latter-day Saints as Christians | Episode 443
Carol Lynn Pearson
Latter-day Saint poet, playwright, and activist
Author and activist
Episode: Poet Carol Lynn Pearson on how she left 'parts' of the church | Episode 442
Jeff Strong
Former bishop, mission president, and BYU faculty member
Author of Torn: Why People We Love Are Leaving the Church and What We Can Learn From Them
Episode: The 'crisis' of members leaving the LDS Church | Episode 441
Ronell Hugh
President of the Genesis Group, Black Latter-day Saint community leader
Genesis Group
Episode: It’s time for members to call out racism, says Black Latter-day Saint leader | Episode 440
Robin Ritch
Author of Using Friction to Grow
Author
Episode: LDS women who pursued careers when it was seen as a no-no | Episode 439

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 392 ratings
  • Broken episode

    I started listening to Episode 422 which seems really interesting, but the episode has weird skips. Some times it will skip back a few minutes, then it will skip back, cutting off sections of the discussion. It’s hard to get into a podcast with these issues.

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    pyrarch1980
    United States6 months ago
  • Episode 413

    I was curious to listen to this one as I am very interested in temple history. However, disappointed to have listened for an hour and to not hear a single mention of masonry or its influence on the temple clothes or ceremony or temple at all…seems like that is a pretty clear piece of the history that may have been left out to your listeners.

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    2
    NotGivingIn
    United States8 months ago
  • Too many likes

    Couldn’t like get through like the whole like Mormons in Media episode because they like said like like way too many like times

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    scmilezzz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative and fair!

    I am a born and raised faithful member and I love this podcast. It is not anti-Mormon. The questions are fair and well-researched. And the guests offer a wide variety of opinions. Thanks for all you do!

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    5
    k8inDC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too many “likes”

    I’m very excited about the new Mormon’s in Media addition to the Mormonland podcast. I was eager to listen to the first installment, but could only listen for a brief time. The podcasters said “like” far too many times and it’s grating in the nerves and sounds very unprofessional. I hope they can correct this unconscious habit because I’m excited about what they have to say. Thanks, a loyal listener.

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    jillybeanJD
    United Statesa year ago

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Feedback highlights the show's ability to tackle controversial topics with nuance and depth.
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Listeners appreciate the balanced, multi-voiced discussions and diverse guest mix.
Sound/equipment quality is frequently mentioned as an area for improvement.

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What does a ‘sustaining’ vote really mean in the church? | Episode 438
Q: Have you ever voted no on sustaining, or wrestled with a conflict while sustaining?
Taylor shares that he has not voted no, but has felt concerns about leaders and believes sustaining is a process that should involve thoughtful discussion; Heather notes personal experiences with discomfort and the need for conversation, not blind obedience.
Are members leaving in droves? No. But ‘deeply concerning’ trends exist amid those record conversions. | Episode 436
Q: How might the new missions coming online affect future growth?
The addition of 55 new missions could maintain and accelerate momentum, expanding into new areas and providing more opportunities for conversion and activity.
Are members leaving in droves? No. But ‘deeply concerning’ trends exist amid those record conversions. | Episode 436
Q: What is the retention picture for converts after 12 months and beyond?
Approximately half of converts are retained after 12 months, but retention declines over two, five, and ten-year horizons, signaling a major long-term retention challenge.
Are members leaving in droves? No. But ‘deeply concerning’ trends exist amid those record conversions. | Episode 436
Q: What stands out about the 1990 record and how does 2024-2025 compare?
The latest data shows not only surpassing the old record but exceeding it by roughly 555,000 converts, indicating sustained and intensified growth beyond historical peaks.

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This show covers a wide range of LDS-related news, history, and culture through in-depth conversations with scholars, journalists, and faith community leaders. Episodes frequently explore church governance, gender roles, peace and social issues, and the intersection of faith with public life, often featuring nuanced debates and multiple viewpoints. A standout aspect is the breadth of guest expertise—from historians and legal scholars to policymakers and LGBTQ+ advocates—delivering thoughtful, sometimes provocative, takes on contemporary Mormonism. The format tends to blend personal narratives with broader context, making it valuable for listeners who want informed, multi-perspective analysis of LDS topics and their real-world impacts.

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7. Jeff Strong
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