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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
Charlie Kirk
LDS Church
Christianity
Social Media
BYU
Brigham Young University
Mormon Church
Feminism
Jesus Christ
Book Of Abraham
Trinity
Polynesian Culture
Anti-Mormonism
Brigham Young
Angel Studios

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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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!
Sam Shamoun
Christian apologist known for debate and online presence
The Way with Brian DeVilla / YouTube debates
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
Devin (Latter-Day Logic)
Guest discussing LDS apologetics
Latter-Day Logic
Episode: Sam Shamoun and the Las Vegas Miracle
Jacob Hansen
Guest on Ward Radio discussing Pono and Church of Martin
Episode: In Defense of Pono!... and Jacob?
Emma Mark Coys Wilson
Guest; host of Sinai to Salt Lake
Sinai to Salt Lake
Episode: Jews & Mormons Have More in Common Than You Think
Shabbos Kestenbaum
Guest; from PragerU; theology show engager
Prager University
Episode: Jews & Mormons Have More in Common Than You Think
Kwaku El
Original gangsta of Midnight Mormons
Midnight Mormons
Episode: Getting Real About Kyle McKay, Karmelo Anthony, and Chud the Builder!
Jeremy Boreing
Co-founder/Executive at Daily Wire; subject of discussion in the episode
Daily Wire
Episode: Mormons Are Harder to Accept Than Aliens? Jeremy Boreing's Hot Take on Mormons!

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Cardon Ellis
Co-host and on-air personality driving much of the show's tone and conversations; frequently references church culture and media topics.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 663 ratings
  • 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 Statesa month 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
    1
    Wonder_Women
    United Statesa month ago
  • True Entertainment

    My title is sort of a pun. The show is truly entertaining and it also teaches truth. I love the variety and humor to go with clarity about our faith.

    I spotted some “hater” reviews here and I’m thinking, were we really listening to the same show. Not everyone is a Latter-day Saint, of course, but if you love our faith, you’ll do well with Ward Radio.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trytoseeitmyway
    United States2 months ago
  • First and last time listener

    I have never listened to this show before or any of Dr Whites shows before but I was curious so I wrote down the main points from an episode talking about Dr. James White. My summary notes are as follows. The LDS church is true because they do a bunch of philanthropy. Good works can’t come from something untrue. (I would disagree with that). I think plenty of secular people can do good things. They aren’t evil and bad all the time. Then the whole rest of the episode was about some guy who was tr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    b.a.k!
    United States3 months ago
  • Sending Love to the Ward Radio Family!

    Informative and fun to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darcy Rhoades
    United States3 months ago

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Some listeners criticize the approach as loud or provocative, but note it stays engaging and honest.
The show is seen as a unique, unapologetic voice in LDS media that blends culture, humor, and theology.
Listeners praise the show for being informative and entertaining with relatable hosts.
Many appreciate the blend of humor with serious discussion about church history and doctrine.

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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.
SPECIAL EPISODE! Angel Studios Interview with Director of Standout: Ben Kjar's Incredible True Story
Q: What is the film Standout about and what makes Ben Kjar's story unique?
Standout chronicles Ben Kjar's life from childhood challenges due to Crouzon Syndrome to becoming a standout wrestler, highlighting resilience, community support, and a universal message about embracing differences to uplift others.

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A provocative, humor-infused talk show centered on LDS culture, theology, and church life, blending spirited host-led debates with a rotating roster of guests—from filmmakers and academics to religion-focused commentators. Episodes cover doctrinal terminology, church governance, gender dynamics, history, humor in religious communities, and contemporary culture wars, all with a candid, no-nonsense tone and sponsor integrations. The format is lively, opinionated, and designed to entertain while challenging assumptions, making it a compelling listen for those who enjoy theological debates wrapped in culturally specific humor and insider perspectives.

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Recent guests on WARD RADIO include:

1. Joshua Carr
2. Sam Shamoun
3. Abrayden (Gospel Guardian)
4. Devin (Latter-Day Logic)
5. Jacob Hansen
6. Emma Mark Coys Wilson
7. Shabbos Kestenbaum
8. Kwaku El

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