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Each year, religion professors at Brigham Young University (BYU) produce hundreds of publications on subjects related to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This podcast brings this research into one place to enlighten the everyday seeker of truth. Interviewing the author, we discuss why the study was done, why it matters, and why the professor chooses to be both a scholar, and a disc... more

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How does faith in Jesus Christ strengthen marriage and family life? In this episode, Dr. David Dollahite and Dr. Loren Marks discuss how discipleship and shared spiritual commitment create resilience and unity in marital and family relationships.

What misconceptions about marriage can lead to unrealistic expectations? In this episode, Gaylamarie Rosenberg addresses common myths and replaces them with research-based and experience-informed truths about lasting marriage.

How can individuals approach dating with intentionality and long-term purpose? In this episode, Dr. Brian Willoughby and Dr. Barbara Morgan Gardner discuss how to prepare for marriage, overcome fear in dating, and practical skills for marriage.

How does "The Family: A Proclamation to the World" serve as a divine guide for understanding family life? In this episode, Dr. Michael Goodman and Dr. Jenet Erickson unpack the history and doctrine behind the family proclamation, revealing how it off... more

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Recent Guests

Brian J. Willoughby
Professor, School of Family Life at BYU; research fellow at Wheatley Institute; senior fellow at Institute for Family Studies
Brigham Young University
Episode: Episode 3: Preparing for a Successful Marriage (Barbara Morgan Gardner & Brian Willoughby)
Michael A. Goodman
Professor of religious education at Brigham Young University
BYU
Episode: Episode 2: A Divine Blueprint for Families (Mike Goodman & Jenet Erickson)
Jennifer Thatcher
Co-researcher focusing on religion and family life, advocating for families
BYU
Episode: Episode 1: The Changing Family (Justin Dyer & Jennifer Thatcher)
Mark Ogletree
Professor and collaborator on Y Religion Presents
Brigham Young University
Episode: Bonus Episode: Introducing Y Religion Presents - The Eternal Family (John Hilton III & Mark Ogletree)
Aaron Schade
Author of the publication discussed, co-hosted with Robert Eaton
Brigham Young University (BYU)
Episode: Episode 146: God's Steadfast Love While Everyone Did What Was Right in Their Own Eyes (Aaron Schade)
Scott Esplin
Dean of Religion at BYU
Brigham Young University
Episode: Episode 144: Amplifying Prophetic Voices (Scott Esplin)
Daniel Becerra
Author of Picturing Christ, BYU professor
Brigham Young University
Episode: Episode 143: Picturing Christ (Daniel Becerra)
David Seely
Author, co-author of The Ten Tests of Abraham and Sarah
Brigham Young University
Episode: Episode 141: The Ten Tests of Abraham and Sarah (David Seely & Jo Ann Seely)
Jo Ann Seely
Author, co-author of The Ten Tests of Abraham and Sarah
Brigham Young University
Episode: Episode 141: The Ten Tests of Abraham and Sarah (David Seely & Jo Ann Seely)

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John Hilton
Host and producer; BYU Religious Education

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Gospel Learning

    I Love the scholars and their humble approach to teaching

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    unclegarlic
    United States4 months ago
  • Was 5, but I miss the full archive.

    There are several old episodes I have returned to multiple times, but they are all gone now. Darn.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    212 Dad
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent

    Very useful and inspiring! Anything I’ve listened to by Casey has been excellent. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DKaufmanJr
    United States10 months ago
  • Thank you

    This teaching course is inspired and so helpful! Thank you for the research, choosing those instructing us and the subject matter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Granny B to 6
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspirational!

    This series has been so unbelievably helpful! Thank you so much for what you are doing to help strengthen gospel teaching!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jamieamief
    United Statesa year ago

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Teaching-focused, practical and inspiring for gospel learners
appreciates the balance of faith and rigorous academic discussion
Scholarly yet approachable; high-quality guests and insights

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Episode 3: Preparing for a Successful Marriage (Barbara Morgan Gardner & Brian Willoughby)
Q: What would you say are some of the most important parts to preparation for marriage?
Prioritize developing Christ-like attributes, following the Spirit, and building a foundation of faith and covenantal commitments, then couple that with practical relationship skills like communication, budgeting, and conflict resolution.
Episode 1: The Changing Family (Justin Dyer & Jennifer Thatcher)
Q: Jen, what else would you say is important for us to know regarding some of this research?
Jen highlights how delaying marriage and increasing cohabitation relate to the broader picture of family stability, alongside the need for families to focus on enduring bonds and the role of religion in supporting healthier outcomes.
Episode 143: Picturing Christ (Daniel Becerra)
Q: Daniel, could you walk us through the contributions of the other authors and how their disciplines shape our understanding of depictions of Jesus?
Daniel explains that each chapter reflects a different scholarly angle—from archaeology and early Christianity to LDS art and cultural representation—highlighting how evidence from texts, artifacts, and art history informs a richer, more nuanced portrait of Jesus that supports belonging and understanding across cultures.
Episode 143: Picturing Christ (Daniel Becerra)
Q: I want to start by just asking, why does the way we picture Jesus matter?
The host prompts a discussion about how visual depictions of Jesus influence faith, identity, and our relationship to scripture, with Daniel arguing that understanding the historical and cultural contexts of depictions can deepen belief and clarify the message of Jesus for diverse communities.
Episode 142: A Visual Witness of the Savior's Final Hours (John Hilton III)
Q: How does the book frame the atonement as broader than a single event, and what does that mean for our devotional focus?
The atonement is a holistic process including Gethsemane, the cross, and the tomb, with commentary and scripture showing how each moment informs faith, courage, and compassion in daily living.

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What is Y Religion about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show brings BYU religious education research to life through conversations with BYU faculty and scholars about scripture, theology, and church history. Episodes often explore deep scholarly topics—ranging from biblical interpretation and ancient Near Eastern contexts to LDS art, women's scripture, and education methods—framed in a way that helps listeners apply insights to teaching, personal faith, and everyday understanding of gospel doctrine. Noteworthy are the strong academic rigor paired with practical teaching takeaways, and the consistent emphasis on balancing scholarly inquiry with faith and personal discipleship. This combination likely appeals to educators, students, seminary teachers, church leaders, and curious laypeople seek... more

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2. Michael A. Goodman
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8. David Seely

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