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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
Mental Health
Austin Fife
Hamlet
Brigham Young
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Book Of Abraham
Light On Truth Letter
Jenn Kamp
Apologetics
Mormon Apologetics
Jesus Christ
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints

Broadcasting Behind Enemy Lines

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Latest Episodes

Bill Reel and RFM are joined this week by Meggan Hayes, host of the “Generally Unquotable” podcast, which features a news report on things Mormon every weekday morning! How does Meggan do it? Where does she get her stories? What are the biggest stori... more

I had a faith crisis in my mid-twenties. A big faith crisis. It involved a salamander and it involved a letter. It made me question everything I thought I knew about Joseph Smith, the book he produced, and the religion he founded. The LDS religion. M... more

Tonight on Mormonism Live, we explore one of the most uncomfortable and fascinating questions in early Mormon history: Was Moroni originally understood through the same treasure-digging framework Joseph Smith had already been practicing for years? Lo... more

What if the harm didn’t start with a crisis… but with what you were taught as a child? In this episode of Mormonism Live, we sit down with researcher and clinician Samuel Clemens, PhD, LCSW, to unpack his groundbreaking study on religious trauma amon... more

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Recent Guests

Samuel Clemens
Guest researcher and licensed clinical social worker focused on religious trauma among former LDS members
Clemens Creative Counseling
Episode: The Hidden Cost of Mormon Belief: Conditioned From Childhood
Robert Gurr
Guest debater on Mormonism vs Christianity
Episode: Another Mormon Bites The Dust!
John Delin
Litigation-related guest discussing Open Stories Foundation lawsuit
Open Stories Foundation
Episode: Bar Complaint Roundtable: The Prank Heard Round the World: RFM: 454
Bart Ehrman
World-renowned Bible expert and Professor of New Testament Studies
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: World Renowned Bible Expert Weighs In!
Nathan Hinckley
Extremely publicized speaker on Mormon history deconstruction and Thrive presenter
Independent podcaster / speaker
Episode: Mormon Bishop Rebels: RFM: 446
Amy Hinckley
Nathan Hinckley's wife, spoke about her experiences and feelings during and after church changes
Family member
Episode: Mormon Bishop Rebels: RFM: 446
Randall Bell
Guest expert; PhD-level analysis
Randall Bell, PhD
Episode: Mormon Truth Bombs: RFM: 444
Sam Young
Activist focused on ending sexually explicit questions in bishop interviews; founder of Protect LDS Children
Independently affiliated with Protect LDS Children
Episode: Sam Young: Protector of Mormon Children!
Thomas W. Murphy
Professor of Anthropology with a focus on indigenous history and Mormonism. Author and speaker.
University of Utah Press
Episode: Book of Mormon DNA

Hosts

Bill Reel
Host and an advocate for critical examination of Mormonism, often bringing personal insights into the discussions.
Radio Free Mormon
Co-host known for his critical perspective on church practices and beliefs, frequently addressing contemporary issues faced by members.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • 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 States4 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 States5 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
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    alanw64
    United States6 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 States7 months ago
  • We’ve found a CURE

    RFM has found a cure for the CULT OF MORMINISM.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pickleball guru
    United States8 months ago

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Feedback includes both praise for the honesty and detail presented, as well as critiques regarding sensationalism in titles and the focus on negative aspects of faith.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth discussions and humor woven throughout episodes. Many value the critical perspective on Mormonism and find the content engaging and informative.
A notable sentiment is the podcast's ability to foster understanding and facilitate discussions about controversial topics, but some listeners seek more uplifting and positive content.

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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.
Oliver Cowdery: Book of Mormon Witness
Q: What were Oliver Cowdery's final moments like?
Oliver Cowdery's last moments were spent bearing testimony of the truth of the gospel revealed through Joseph Smith and he expressed a desire to meet his family in heaven.
Can Prophets Be Trusted? RFM: 413
Q: How do we know the same is not happening today to be discovered in the future?
Elder Corbitt implies that current prophets are tutored directly by God and therefore this ensures their accuracy.
Hidden True Crime’s Lauren Matthias
Q: Have your feelings about faith changed through your work in crime reporting?
I question the healthiness of magical thinking and how it can lead to justifications for horrific actions, impacting my faith perspective.

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What is Radio Free Mormon about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content centers around critiques of Mormonism, exploring its history, doctrine, and the complexities of faith and authority within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The discussions often analyze historical events, controversial figures, and the intellectual challenges faced by individuals grappling with their belief in organized religion. Notably, episodes feature elements of humor and personal narrative, which provide a unique angle for listeners interested in both the theological and socio-political aspects of the faith. The hosts engage with a variety of topics, from polygamy and prophetic fallibility to modern administrative practices within the Church, appealing to a diverse audience dealing with their own experiences in... more

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2. Robert Gurr
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4. Bart Ehrman
5. Nathan Hinckley
6. Amy Hinckley
7. Randall Bell
8. Sam Young

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