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Mormon Stories Podcast

Dr. John Dehlin
Mormonism
Joseph Smith
Mormon Church
Polygamy
Mental Health
Book Of Mormon
LDS Church
Faith Crisis
Emma Smith
Faith Transition
Book Of Abraham
Family Dynamics
Christianity
Purity Culture
Scientology
First Vision
BYU
Sexual Abuse
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Child Abuse

Mormon Stories Podcast is the longest-running and most successful podcast in Mormonism. At Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mormon Stories is a product of the Open Stories Foundation - a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to supporting Mormons in religious trans... more

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Thomas Westbrook, creator and host of Holy Koolaid, joins Mormon Stories to share his remarkable journey from growing up in an intensely fundamental Christian environment to becoming one of YouTube’s leading voices for skepticism, science, and critic... more

After years away from the microphone, John Larsen returns to Mormon Stories Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation.

A legend in the Mormon and ex-Mormon podcasting world, John Larsen helped shape an entire generation of critical Mormon thought thr... more

On today's episode of Mormon News, John Dehlin and Meggan Hayes break down another busy week of headlines involving The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

We begin with breaking news involving the family of Apostle D. Todd Christofferson. ... more

What happens when one spouse loses their faith while the other is serving as an Elder’s Quorum President?

In this episode of Mormon Stories, Devlyn and Randy Day share their remarkable journey through one of the most difficult challenges a Mormon m... more

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Recent Guests

Randy Day
Randy Day, Elder's Quorum President/Parent
Mormon Church community
Episode: Mormon Wife Loses Faith, Husband is Elder’s Quorum President - Devlyn and Randy Day | Ep. 2169
Devlyn Day
Devlyn Day, Devlyn Day, Devlyn Day
None stated
Episode: Mormon Wife Loses Faith, Husband is Elder’s Quorum President - Devlyn and Randy Day | Ep. 2169
Bryan Buchanan
Guest discussing the William Clayton Journals and Nauvoo polygamy
Analyst/Researcher around Mormon history
Episode: Explosive History in the William Clayton Diaries w/ Bryan Buchanan & LDS Discussions Pt 78 | Ep 2167
Greg Mattson
Neo-fundamentalist Mormon commentator, author/producer at Quick Media
Quick Media
Episode: Oaks’ True Church, Abusive Mormon Dentist?, Too Close to the Bishop - Mormon News 6.26.26 | Ep. 2165
Rebecca Gooden
Subject of the story; Rebecca Gooden, Rebecca's perspective on abuse within the Mormon Church
Private individual
Episode: LDS Stake President Covers Up Abuse & Becomes Area Authority Seventy - Rebecca Gooden | Ep. 2163
Matthew Gooden
Rebecca's son providing perspective and involvement
Private individual
Episode: LDS Stake President Covers Up Abuse & Becomes Area Authority Seventy - Rebecca Gooden | Ep. 2163
Kyle S. McKay
Kyle McKay, stake president and former church leader mentioned in the episode
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Episode: Kyle McKay Apologizes, Is "Mormon" Making a Comeback?, Gong and AI - Mormon News 6.19.26 | Ep. 2162
Gerrit Gong
Church apostle discussing AI and prophetic revelation
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Episode: Kyle McKay Apologizes, Is "Mormon" Making a Comeback?, Gong and AI - Mormon News 6.19.26 | Ep. 2162
Lance Kennedy
Attorney, former megachurch pastor's son, current Mormon Stories guest
Texas legal community / Mormon community
Episode: From Megachurch to Mormon: Watching the Church Become What I Left - Lance Kennedy | Ep. 2160

Hosts

John Dehlin
Host of Mormon Stories Podcast; engages guests with long-form, in-depth interviews; focuses on Mormon history, culture, and personal faith journeys.
Margi Dehlin
Co-host; guides conversations, provides empathetic framing and context, enhances accessibility of complex topics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 8.3k ratings
  • Not worth my time

    This host seems like he has an axe to grind

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Seth1908
    United Statesa month ago
  • Such a good podcast for everyone

    I grew up Mormon. I’d have what most would call a happy childhood but it definitely wasn’t normal and was certainly tainted by the church and the harsh standards they push on their members, especially the women. As a mom, I couldn’t continue to practice once I recognized how much it would hurt my babies. This podcast has helped me process the harm that was done to me and to understand that a lot of harmful thoughts were not me but the church. Thank you Dr. John Dehlin and hosts, you’ve made me a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kaythemom
    United Statesa month ago
  • Apostasy with a Patreon

    After sampling enough of this show to understand its framing, I find John Dehlin’s project fundamentally dishonest. It speaks in the language of care, openness, and truth-seeking while operating as a polished pipeline away from LDS faith. The monetization makes the posture even less credible: this is not neutral support, but a professionalized business built around disaffection from the Church, proof that the road to hell is not always paved with good intentions.

    Audible
    1
    Taylor
    United Statesa month ago
  • Some great guests, but poor interviewing skills

    I have listened to many interviews on Mormon Stories over the years, but John is not skilled at interviewing and has not shown any improvement over the years. He continually cuts off his guests, tells them to respond "really quickly", and then he himself will drone on with long explanations or his own opinions. He also cannot hide his biases and clearly shows when he is a fan or even he dislikes his guests, and it's painful and unprofessional.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bpd75$
    United Statesa month ago
  • Truth finally told!

    I have found so much truth at Mormon Stories and LDS discussions that I as a convert to Mormon church never thought I’d find. They put the pieces together and have given all my questions validation. I’m forever thankful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #smilyface2
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners praise the depth and empathy in interviews and the breadth of historical topics.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From Megachurch to Mormon: Watching the Church Become What I Left - Lance Kennedy | Ep. 2160
Q: What aspects of Mormonism first attracted you after your search?
I was drawn to Mormonism for its clear structure, disciplined governance, and the sense of belonging and ritual that offered a stable identity, which contrasted with the chaos I experienced in my prior church environment.
LDS Stake President Covers Up Abuse & Becomes Area Authority Seventy - Rebecca Gooden | Ep. 2163
Q: What has changed for you personally since these events?
Rebecca describes rebuilding her life, finishing her degree, changing her name, and pursuing therapy to help others, while Matthew discusses deconstructing faith and finding a more empowering personal identity post-crisis.
LDS Stake President Covers Up Abuse & Becomes Area Authority Seventy - Rebecca Gooden | Ep. 2163
Q: How did the abuse affect your family over time?
Rebecca and Matthew describe a long arc of trauma, secrecy, and delayed recognition, with trust in church leadership eroding as the abuse was concealed and later acknowledged, leading to excommunication, legal action, and a complicated path to healing.
From Anti-Scientologist to “Anti-Mormon” - “TrevAnon” from the Netherlands | Ep. 2155
Q: What parallels does Corry see between Scientology and Mormonism?
He presents a structured, marketing-like comparison of both systems, highlighting similarities in goals, confidential knowledge, excommunication, and control over information and membership, while noting cultural differences and the role of wealth and real estate.
From Anti-Scientologist to “Anti-Mormon” - “TrevAnon” from the Netherlands | Ep. 2155
Q: How did Corry get involved with the project and what is TrevAnon?
Corry describes creating the TrevAnon account during the Anonymous protests and using it to document and protest Scientology's abuses while protecting himself against potential retaliation.

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A long-running interview-focused show that centers on Mormon history, culture, and personal faith journeys, often featuring scholars, ex-M Mormon voices, and critics. Episodes frequently dissect historical events (Nauvoo era, polygamy, Book of Mormon archaeology), plus in-depth personal narratives about leaving or reconciling with the faith. A notable strength is the combination of rigorous historical context with intimate storytelling, and a willingness to challenge official narratives, which tends to attract listeners seeking thoughtful, nuanced discussions as they deconstruct high-demand religious dynamics.

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1. Randy Day
2. Devlyn Day
3. Bryan Buchanan
4. Greg Mattson
5. Rebecca Gooden
6. Matthew Gooden
7. Kyle S. McKay
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