This week on The Gnar Stool, Shannon O’Grady and John Perry sit down with Molly Mormon—a mom, stripper, and club owner with a seriously powerful story. Raised in the LDS community, Molly takes us through her journey of walking away from the church and stepping fully into her identity as a performer, entrepreneur, and unapologetically herself.

We talk about how the name Molly Mormon came to be, the athleticism and artistry of pole dancing, and why she believes it deserves recognition as a legit sport. Molly opens up about the emotional work of leaving behind a deeply ingrained belief system, the realities of running a club, and the stigma that still surrounds sexuality and sex work.

She shares insights on building confidence, creating safe and supportive spaces, and how she’s learned to hold her ground in a world that doesn’t always understand.

It’s raw, real, and rooted in the kind of empowerment we’re all about. Tune in for a conversation that challenges assumptions, celebrates self-acceptance, and reminds us that the path to happiness doesn’t always follow the map you’re handed.