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Sunstone Podcast

Sunstone
Mormonism
Missionary Work
J. Golden Kimball
Faith Crisis
Brigham Young University
Religion
Folklore
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Feminism
Virginia Sorensen
LDS Church
Book Of Mormon
LGBTQ Issues
Joseph Smith
Heretic (movie)
Sunstone
Testimony Meetings
Sunstone Summer Symposium
Devere Baker
Sunstone Symposium

For more than 45 years, Sunstone has been exploring Mormonism in all its expressions through our publications and symposiums. The Sunstone Podcast gathers the best of these explorations, including compelling sessions from our worldwide symposiums as well as interviews, book reviews, and deep dives into all things Mormon. Hosted by Stephen Carter.

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In 2006, Carol Lynn Pearson’s play “Facing East” premiered in Salt Lake City. Then it had runs off Broadway and in San Francisco. Focusing on the Mormon parents of a gay man who committed suicide, it helped religious families better understand their ... more

Young Washington and Odysseus walk into a fast and testimony meeting. Only one will emerge triumphant! Both are violent. Both play fast and loose with their source material. And both are myths. In this episode, Stephen Carter compares the two movies ... more

Dan McClellan has done the seemingly impossible. He has made Bible scholarship not only accessible, but cool on his TikTok channel. In this episode, he talks about how he became the internet sensation he is today.

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Roadshows, Boy Scouts, MIA, basketball leagues, potlucks—the LDS Church was once buzzing with community activities. But most of that has disappeared. How did it happen? In this episode, Mithryn (a.k.a. Kenneth Lines) presents a fast-paced history of ... more

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Recent Guests

Dan McClellan
TikTok Bible scholar known for data-driven public scholarship
self-identified as scholar; TikTok presence
Episode: E214: The Genesis of a TikTok Bible Scholar
Kenneth Lines
Also known as Mithryn; presenter at the Salt Lake Symposium
Episode: E212: Where Have All the Roadshows Gone?
Matt Harris
Historian, professor; session presenter
Colorado State University, Pueblo
Episode: E211: The Apostle Who Tried to Retire.
Michael Homer
A lawyer and author who served as Honorary Italian Consul in Utah and has written on Mormonism and its representation in popular culture.
Episode: E209: From Villains to Heroes: Mormons in Italy’s “Tex” Comics
John Turner
Associate professor of religious studies at George Mason University, author of a biography about Joseph Smith.
George Mason University
Episode: E207: Joseph Smith: Not Boring.
Richard Mavin
Former missionary and author
Sunstone
Episode: E195: An Insider’s Look at the Baseball Baptisms in Britain.
D. Michael Quinn
Historian and author of works such as Mormonism and the Magic Worldview
Independent Historian
Episode: E194: The Baseball Baptism Era.
Esther Peterson
Former activist for women's rights and consumer advocate.
Episode: E175: The World Beyond the Valley.
Gregory A. Prince
Respected author and historian on Mormonism
Author of Gay Rights and the Mormon Church
Episode: E168: Where Do We Go From Here? Part I.

Host

Stephen Carter
Host of The Sunstone Podcast and Sunstone editor/curator across multiple years and platforms.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 289 ratings
  • Loved the “culting” episode!

    Loved Stephen Carter’s take on high stakes causes. This feels like such a useful paradigm to ensure we’re interacting with groups and causes in a healthy way. Thank you!

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    Aubrey Chaves
    United States5 years ago
  • 🙏

    Stephen Carter is a genius.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Eighteen Letters
    United States5 years ago
  • Thanks

    The Sunstone History of Mormonism is excellent. It is enlightening, refreshing, informative to hear truths from other points of view and to deal with white supremacy.

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    5
    hopequest
    United States6 years ago
  • Unbalanced

    This podcast is highly biased as it courteously demonizes and paints a distorted picture of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. For the sake of full disclosure, I am an active, believing member of the church. I have experienced my own faith crisis and come out the other side with my testimony strongly intact. And yes, this is after being honest with all of the facts. In doing this, I have had to look at the criticisms from both sides. The problem with the majority in the apostate co... more

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    1
    Daren from Layton
    United States6 years ago
  • Episode 47 Don Bradley

    Just plain insane.

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    HeliandPhil
    United States7 years ago

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What is Sunstone Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on Mormonism, its history, culture, and public perception, often featuring scholars, historians, and writers who provide historical context, critique, and nuanced viewpoints. Episodes frequently explore how religion intersects with society, media, and identity, from temple symbolism to open discourse about church history, humor, and public scholarship. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on balancing insider perspectives with critical analysis, and the ability to host arguments from multiple sides while maintaining scholarly rigor. This makes it a compelling fit for listeners who want thoughtful, evidence-informed discussions about Mormonism and its role in contemporary culture, while also offering material suitable for gue... more

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4. Michael Homer
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7. D. Michael Quinn
8. Esther Peterson

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