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Radio Free Mormon

Mormon Discussion Inc
Mormonism
Joseph Smith
Book Of Mormon
LDS Church
General Conference
Mormon Church
Polygamy
Faith Crisis
Austin Fife
Mental Health
Brigham Young
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Book Of Abraham
Light On Truth Letter
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Apologetics
Mormon Apologetics
Toxic Perfectionism
Jesus Christ
Dallin H. Oaks

Broadcasting Behind Enemy Lines

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Tonight on Mormonism Live, we examine a recurring pattern in Joseph Smith’s prophetic career: when he encountered something mysterious, incomplete, inaccessible, or simply unknown, he rarely seemed content to say, “I don’t know.” Instead, he supplied... more

This time the LDS Church has gone too far! Lying to its membership is one thing, because the members know better than to criticize the leaders of the Church, even if the criticism is true. But this is in a court of law! Judge’s are not famous for tak... more

In a strange turn of events, Mormon apologist Cardon Ellis is helping John Dehlin fight the LDS Church in the lawsuit the church is bringing to try to shut John down! It appears that religion, as well as politics, can make for strange bedfellows! You... more

In this amazing episode of RFM, we get three podcasts in one! The first deals with comments collected from apologetic podcasts that may end up being useful to John Dehlin in defending himself in court against the Mormon Church! The second deals with ... more

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Recent Guests

Holy Roast
Stand-up comedian featured in a satirical clip
Episode: Lying About Prophets: RFM: 470
Randy Bell
Speaker on Sunstone presentations
Radio Free Mormon? (implied at least contributor)
Episode: Find Out What REALLY Happened At Sunstone 2026!
Tim Rathbone
In-studio guest discussing Catherine Lewis and endowment accounts
Episode: Mormon Endowment’s Earliest Historical Form !
Tara Herbert
Panelist and speaker
Educator/activist
Episode: Black Mormons Speak Out!
Summer Rain
Panelist with experience co-hosting and hosting shows
Actor/political advisor (self-described)
Episode: Black Mormons Speak Out!
Ann Lorie
Panelist sharing her experiences
Member/activist
Episode: Black Mormons Speak Out!
Brian Hales
BYU professor and author, expert on Joseph Smith and related topics
BYU
Episode: Obviously a 19th Century Production!
Jeremy Hoop
Author/researcher discussing the provenance of the journals
Independent researcher
Episode: The William Clayton Journals – What’s In Them?
Dr. McKay
Physician connected to the journal provenance discussion
Unspecified medical professional
Episode: The William Clayton Journals – What’s In Them?

Hosts

Bill Reel
Host of Radio Free Mormon; long-running, analytical presenter with focus on Mormon history and criticism
Radio Free Mormon
Host of the show; central figure in many episodes; provides historical critique and editorial framing
Bill Real
Co-host and regular on the show; engages in historical debate and editorial discussions
Don Cohen
Guest with autobiographical perspective on faith and science; long-form storytelling

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Rebecca

    She did a terrible job on the Lego story. Today is she on the phone. I can’t understand her. She’s great at research but please. She word salads every single story!!! I’m so

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nbmerrill
    United States3 months ago
  • Joseph and Fanny

    Joseph loved Fanny’s fanny. Another great episode…you both rock. I also love when you throw in some modern examples of members excusing leadership’s bad behavior (e.g., excusing the hiding of $Billons in ghost accounts) just like they excused Brother Joseph’s adultery and predatory sexual behavior on teenage girls.

    Free mo /aka Falconboomer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    falconboomer
    United States7 months ago
  • Another “Far out” Episode

    Debunking bad Apologetics was super interesting but I am challenging Kolby’s statement that the Church makes $80 million every hour. They don’t. Because if they did that would total roughly $700 billion per year and a trillion dollars in a year and a half. Don’t think the Church investment team is that good.

    V/r,

    Free mo /aka Falconboomer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    falconboomer
    United States9 months ago
  • Interesting but Not Uplifting

    I caught a wave that brought me into this podcast, so I figured I’d give it a try. From what I’ can tell, though, the conversations are designed to chip away at the faith and beliefs of Latter-day Saints. After listening to bits and pieces here and there, the one episode I actually finished was the one where the host met Satan and instantly regretted it. Wow—that sounded intense. I mean, who wouldn’t regret meeting Satan? But when this “encounter” (told only a handful of times) turned out to be ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    alanw64
    United States9 months ago
  • Muskrat

    Always enjoy a good laugh. Great content and discussion. Keep bringing the humor…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B_r_A_n_D_o_n55
    United States10 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Engaging, well-referenced and thorough in its critique of religious narratives.
Challenging but well sourced; fans appreciate the depth and nuance.
Polished delivery with strong investigative angles and varied guests.

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Joseph Smith’s Polygamy with Jeremy Hoop
Q: Do you believe Joseph Smith practiced polygamy according to the contemporaneous journals?
The guest presents that the journals contain explicit entries about polygamy and argues for weighing corroborating evidence, while acknowledging complexities around dating, redaction, and external testimony. He maintains polygamy is supported by multiple sources and that contemporaneous entries exist, though interpretations vary.
Obviously a 19th Century Production!
Q: What is the dominant timeline the hosts are using to assess Book of Mormon language against pre-1830 sources?
They argue that many phrases appeared in 19th-century literature before 1830, showing the Book of Mormon's language as a product of its time rather than an ancient vocabulary.
From Jewish to Mormon and Beyond! RFM: 463
Q: What ultimately caused you to leave the church, given your long commitment and numerous roles?
He explains that persistent doubts about the church's factual claims, combined with an openness to new evidence and the realization that personal spiritual experiences were not reliable proofs for truth, led him to resign while trying to provide a balanced, evidence-based resource for others.
World Renowned Bible Expert Weighs In!
Q: My question then for you, Professor Ehrman, is does that passage to your mind and with your training support the proposition that Christ organized the church?
Historically, it depends on what you mean; Paul's letters suggest multiple early Christianities, and many scholars argue that the text does not straightforwardly establish a permanent organizational structure as later churches claimed.
Why Believe In Mormonism? RFM: 435
Q: How did Austin Fife's belief scale shift during his journey?
Austin's belief in the church reached about 50-50, indicating a fluctuation based on the evidence he encountered.

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A thought-provoking show that repeatedly tackles religion, history, and belief with a critical lens. Episodes center on Mormon history, controversial topics, and scholarly debates, often featuring in-depth analysis, live storytelling, and candid panel discussions. A notable strength is the combination of rigorous research, engaging storytelling, and guests who provide diverse perspectives on sensitive subjects, from archival sources to modern-day implications for belief and belonging. This mix makes it valuable for listeners who want thorough historical context, sharp critique, and thoughtful discourse about religion and culture. Potential sponsors or guests may find the audience receptive to serious, evidence-driven conversations that invi... more

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