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WARD RADIO

Cardon Ellis
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Mormonism
Latter-Day Saints
Book Of Mormon
Joseph Smith
LDS Church
Christianity
BYU
Social Media
Charlie Kirk
Brigham Young University
Mormon Church
Feminism
Trinity
Polynesian Culture
Anti-Mormonism
Angel Studios
Brigham Young
Catholic Church
Adam-God Theory

We delight in truth. We Denounce Deception. We Have Fun! We talk anything and everything tangential to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints! DISCLAIMER: The Opinions expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the radio hosts themselves and do not represent official positions of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. We are not apologists, we are just radio hosts who call it... more

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Kwaku-el has been reading L. Ron Hubbard… and he’s not hating it.Should we start a NEW Cult?In this episode we go deep on:Why reading primary sources beats listening to criticsThe surprisingly useful ideas in Dianetics (reactive mind, engrams)How Sci... more

Ministering is broken… and it’s one of the biggest reasons people feel alone at church.In this episode we sit down with Steve Webber — the man who literally wrote the book on ministering — to talk about:Why home teaching / ministering has collapsed s... more

Doctor Christopher Blythe and the "Amateur Historian", Ryan Wood join Brad Witbeck, Kwaku El, Adam Witbeck, and Cardon Ellis in the studio to talk about all the absurd amount of stories regarding demonic possession on the mission!

Reid Moon, premiere collector of rare Latter-day Saint artifacts and books, comes into the Ward Radio studio to discuss his unique experiences, books, and insights.

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Austin Falter
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Episode: What Did Jesus DO for the 40 Days AFTER His Resurrection? (Luke's "Lacuna") Will Surprise You!
Jonah Bonds
Associate Professor of All Things Apocryphal
Ward Radio panelist
Episode: The "Gospel of Thomas" Just Nuked Biblical Dating 🤯 Prepare To Be Blown Away!
Marcus Godwin
Godwin's dad, introduced in studio
Episode: The "Gospel of Thomas" Just Nuked Biblical Dating 🤯 Prepare To Be Blown Away!
Ryan Wood
Reader of the Joseph Smith Papers and guest on the show
Ward Radio / Joseph Smith Papers interest
Episode: Top 5 Craziest Things in the Joseph Smith Papers: Ryan Wood Read Them ALL!
Jeff Harmon
Co-founder of Angel Studios
Angel Studios
Episode: We've Been Wrong about "After All We Can Do" This WHOLE TIME?!?! (Was Bruce R. McConkie Wrong?)
Tember Harward
HIIT workout host and public figure
Beacon Ministry (Beaconsamministry.org)
Episode: The Difficult Conversation to Have on Homosexuality and The Church (feat. Tember Harward)
Joshua Carr
Joshua Carr, host of The Josh Carr Show, invited guest on Ward Radio
Trigonometry/Independent media figure? (as inferred from conversation)
Episode: Inside the Courtroom: Who Really Shot Charlie Kirk - Joshua Carr Was There!
Devin (Latter-Day Logic)
Guest discussing LDS apologetics
Latter-Day Logic
Episode: Sam Shamoun and the Las Vegas Miracle
Abrayden (Gospel Guardian)
Guest contributing to the debate analysis
Gospel Guardian
Episode: Sam Shamoun and the Las Vegas Miracle

Hosts

Cardon Ellis
Host of Ward Radio; prominent voice shaping the show's energetic, skeptical, faith-affirming tone.
Carden Ellis
Co-host with a sharp, analytical angle; contributes historical and doctrinal insights.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 672 ratings
  • Complete Trash

    This podcast is utter garbage. You’d be better off listening to a sick otter dying than these fools.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    renshu89
    United States13 days ago
  • Great Show

    I’ve enjoyed listening to Ward Radio for a little over a year now. I’m not LDS (although I’m Christian), but I like learning more about the faith. I appreciate how in tune the show is to current events and trends. Thank you! Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndreaReidDesigns
    United States2 months ago
  • Edgy AND Clean

    Came here because I’m following the Lego scandal. Even the lawyers on YouTube aren’t clean enough to share with family. I listened to this after the redacted film dropped, so it was so much funnier due to the grace you were giving to the police and Reckless Ben, maxxing-out the cringe. The original owners are from my town, in Oregon, and actively participated and supported all the civil rights issues and protests that have happened over the years. I would love to listen to this story unfold from... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thecherubima
    United States2 months ago
  • Funny, informative, but could be more Christlike

    These guys are hilarious! They seem to stay pretty well informed about a variety of things, and I love it when they bring smart guests on as well. That being said, I do tend to side with those who try to bring Cardon’s combativeness level down a bit, sometimes he and Jonah Barnes can go a little too far in making fun of people. Sometimes they use the exact same tactics that they are so quick to criticize in others (which I don’t believe is very Christlike), so there are some things that can be i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AaronFindlay
    United States2 months ago
  • Mormon random

    All these guys are one uppers they think they know enough about everything to talk about it, but not open minded enough to learn anything or except anybody else’s opinion they live in a black and white echo chamber that will never produce any real growth or maturity

    Apple Podcasts
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    Wonder_Women
    United States2 months ago

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Audience comments emphasize the show's faith-based perspective and willingness to tackle controversial topics.
Feedback highlights candid, engaging discussions that feel authentic and accessible.
Listeners praise balance of faith, humor, and current-events insight, with strong appreciation for guests.
Some listeners wish for more measured tone and less confrontation in debates.

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We've Been Wrong about "After All We Can Do" This WHOLE TIME?!?! (Was Bruce R. McConkie Wrong?)
Q: Can deathbed repentance really count toward salvation in LDS theology?
Yes, the hosts argue that repentance and turning to Christ at the end of life can be salvific, emphasizing grace as a gift that remains available even after long periods of sin.
Sam Shamoun and the Las Vegas Miracle
Q: What was Sam Shamoun's reaction after the debate?
He admitted that he was moved by the respectful tone and the love shown by the LDS debaters, suggesting a genuine shift in his approach and openness to constructive dialogue in this instance.
Apostles Believed the CRAZIEST Things...And So Can You!
Q: How do you view the tension between scripture and living prophets in LDS thought?
The hosts acknowledge ongoing debates about scriptural primacy versus prophetic guidance, with examples showing that early and later leaders sometimes aligned with or diverged from scriptural interpretations, illustrating a dynamic balance between doctrine and personal revelation.
Apostles Believed the CRAZIEST Things...And So Can You!
Q: Did early church leaders ever treat relics as real, functioning objects within faith practice?
Yes, the discussion highlights relics and holy objects like Joseph Smith's hair in Wilford Woodruff's ring and other cane-related artifacts as beliefs held by some leaders, while acknowledging these were not universally accepted as doctrine.
SPECIAL EPISODE! Angel Studios Interview with Director of Standout: Ben Kjar's Incredible True Story
Q: What do you hope audiences take away from this documentary?
Audiences should walk away understanding that living with differences doesn't preclude achieving extraordinary things, and that supportive communities can help anyone overcome obstacles and pursue their best self.

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What is WARD RADIO about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thought-provoking, faith-forward show that blends doctrinal discussion with current events, history, and interfaith viewpoints related to the Latter-day Saints community. Episodes frequently tackle scriptural interpretation, church history, and how faith intersects with culture, politics, and media. The hosts mix rigorous analysis with humor and candid banter, often featuring guests from faith-based media, theology, and religious scholarship, plus occasional live-stream audience participation. This mix creates a distinctive voice that invites both skeptical and devout listeners who enjoy spirited dialogue, memorable personalities, and practical takeaways for navigating faith in a modern world. Noteworthy is the willingness to challenge co... more

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1. Austin Falter
2. Jonah Bonds
3. Marcus Godwin
4. Ryan Wood
5. Jeff Harmon
6. Tember Harward
7. Joshua Carr
8. Devin (Latter-Day Logic)

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