You guys sent in some deep questions, and we’re diving into all of it: navigating confusing parts of Church history, how to handle doubts when faith feels shaky, frustrations with garments, and finding your spark again in marriage. We also talk about judgmental family dynamics, forgiveness, and staying connected when a spouse leaves the Church. Thanks for being here, now let’s dive in!
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Truth and Treason: The Courage of Helmuth Hübener
Today I’m joined by Matt Whitaker, director of the new film Truth and Treason, which tells the remarkable true story of Helmuth Hübener, a teenage Latter-day Saint who stood up to Hitler’s regime and paid the ultimate price for speaking truth. We talk about what drew Matt to Helmuth’s story, how faith shaped this young man’s courage, and what his example can teach us about standing for truth in our own day.Get your tickets here: https://www.angel.com/tickets/truth-and-treason
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Letting Christ Author Your Story ft. Shima Baughman
This conversation with Shima Baughman hits so many of the things I feel like women of our faith wrestle with: career, motherhood, timing, guilt, and how to actually let God lead without losing yourself in the process. We talk about what it looks like to make big life decisions without the social or church pressure, how to stop comparing your timeline to everyone else’s, and how confidence shows up when you let Christ author your story.Inspired by this message by President Camille Johnson: https://www.youtube.com/live/pulAR6uRP6Y?si=ZlPib1IwpRGOysiH
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Navigating Dating: A Big Sis Chat w/ Sarah Sweeten
Dating can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. In this fun, big-sis-style episode, I sit down with Sarah Sweeten to talk all things dating—navigating today’s culture, waiting for missionaries, boosting confidence in your single season, and spotting the red and green flags that matter most.
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Why Your Scripture Study Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)
Do you struggle to have inspiring scripture studies? Me too! In this episode, I’m joined by Amber Dawn Pearce to explore why scripture study often feels like a checklist and how to fix it. She shares her favorite scripture story, practical tips for pulling more meaning out of your studies, and simple ways to make time for your studies so you can feel more connection to God.Ambers Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-smiling-brightly-with-amber-dawn-pearce/id1740796917
Dive into the richness and complexity of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints with Lauren Yarro. Through engaging discussions, I take on the taboo and address both the positive and negative aspects of our Mormon culture while firmly rooted in our shared beliefs of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Whether you're deep-rooted in faith, a dissenting voice, or just starting your journey as a member, join me every Thursday on Blonde Apologist!
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