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Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al & Dives ruminate on the great and spacious Beehive!

Mormon News Roundup
LDS Church
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Mormonism
Mormon Church
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Lori Vallow
Russell M. Nelson
Book Of Mormon
Donald Trump
Byu
Mental Health
Johnny Lingo
General Conference
Fairview, Texas
Pornography Addiction
Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives
Latter-Day Saints
Joseph Smith
Fairview Texas Temple
Polygamy

Dives and crew are to enlighten the world with all the best weekly updates on what's going on in Mormondom! We embrace controversy because we know our listeners crave hearing all the latest LDS news. We bring you all the facts mingled with insightful opinions of the hosts. A humorous and entertaining podcast looking at LDS related current events. We find the news articles that you just can't find ... more

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The LDS (Mormon) Church Seems to Be Addicted to Accelerating Its Own Demise (in the U.S.)Every time the LDS Church publicly targets a vulnerable group or outspoken critic, a predictable cycle unfolds—and it may be fueling its own decline.In this epis... more

In this episode, I reflect on how profoundly the internet has reshaped Mormonism and the LDS Church over the past 25 years.From the rise of social media and ex-Mormon influencers to viral documentaries, podcasts, Reddit communities, and YouTube comme... more

From 2009 to 2011, Kayden served as a Mormon missionary in Russia, believing that strict obedience was the path to heaven. Fifteen years later, after leaving the Church, he reflects on how that experience shaped his faith, sense of self, and relation... more

Hey guys, it’s Throwback Thursday! Today we’re revisiting one of my favorite conversations on the show—my sit-down with Mormon feminist powerhouse Abby Hansen.If that name doesn’t ring a bell, Abby has been a bold and influential voice in Mormon femi... more

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Steve Ase
Co-hosts the show with Dives; active in discussing LDS news and church leadership issues.

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3.9 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Recent Changes

    The format appears to have changed recently, and it is much shorter and sounds like it’s read by AI.

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    Fattestcats
    United States2 months ago
  • So wrong to not apologize

    To try to entrap someone you already disparaged with homophobic rhetoric when he was already down because of the hurricane is disgusting. I hope they press charges.

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    Molly Formon
    United Statesa year ago
  • Maven is a Fool

    Maven is a political moron. Illegal aliens are criminals not citizens. Perhaps she should house a few members of Tren de Aragua or some of the other thousands of murderers and rapists that she has so much compassion for. Get your facts straight!

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    falconboomer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Maven is a Fool

    “In a decisive win for President Trump, the hoax Manhattan case is now fully stayed and sentencing is adjourned.” In other words President Trump is not a felon according to NY State law that states unless you are sentenced you are not guilty of a felony. Take that Maven. I guess you believe in the philosophy of “guilty until proven innocent.” Maven, you and your radical Marxist support of the onion-brained Kamala Harris can go pound sand.

    Falconboomer

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    falconboomer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best podcast

    Funny, entertaining and quick paced. I love it and have not missed a single episode. Thank you Dives.

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    dont get wireless
    United States2 years ago

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Q: Do you still believe in Jesus Christ?
While I believe Jesus likely existed, I see no reason to believe in the miraculous events attributed to him.
A Question for the Most Famous ExMormon on the Internet
Q: Do you still believe in God?
No, I don't have good evidence for any God.
Ep. 177 – “Charlie Kirk Murdered by a Mormon!?” In-Depth Review & LDS Church Reaction
Q: Does the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encourage violence?
While some members argue that the church promotes peace, others point to a history of violence in doctrine and culture.
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Q: How do you deal with the online flack and do you support the Family Proclamation?
Aaron emphasizes the importance of reflection and understanding the personal nature of critiques while maintaining his dedication to the church's leadership and message.
Mormon News Roundup 156 | Excommunicated Podcasters? | BYU Basketball | Gender Inequality
Q: What do you think about the Fairview Texas Temple situation?
Ian explains that the church needs to maintain its temple growth and financial stability, which makes it unlikely to back down from legal battles over the temple construction.

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