Jasmin Rappleye

Jasmin Rappleye

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Jasmin Rappleye episodes

  • NEW DATA: The Overlooked Surprise in Pew’s New Study of Latter-day Saints

    For the first time in years, pew has released a major study on stats around latter-day saints and it contained some pleasant surprises as well as less flattering news.The stats around Latter -day Saint retention is particularly eyebrow raising because PEW says our retention is substantially down, while BYU’s statistical report says we're doing great on retention. So who's right, and what context might we be missing? And is Utah actually more righteous than other parts of the church?Let’s dive into this report and unpack what the nation’s best numbers have to say about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

    53 min
  • When Your "Holiest Calling" Breaks You | Motherhood Mental Health

    With the Lindsay Clancy trial going viral, the topic of postpartum mental health has never been more relevant. And Latter-day Saints need to have this conversation because family is at the center of God's plan for his children. Motherhood can be one of the most sacred callings, yet so many women experience distressing mental health challenges while trying to keep it all together. Featuring:Jennifer Roach Lees, LCMHCKristen Walker Smith: https://www.instagram.com/kristenwalkersmith/Kristen's Journey with OCD: https://kristenwalkersmith.com/ocd/Nia Lui: https://www.instagram.com/niarickslui/

    57 min
  • Are The New Hymns LDS Enough? (Tier Ranking Hymns)

    Now that we have 80 new hymns for "Hymns for Home and Church," it's time to reflect. How good are these songs? Is the new hymnbook striking the right balance between highlighting our Christian beliefs, while staying distinctly Latter-day Saint?

    49 min
  • Why Don’t More Women Speak at General Conference?

    If women represent 50% of the church, why aren't closer to 50% of the speakers women?This is a fair questions worth taking seriously if we want to create belonging for women in the church.But it's also important the cultural and historical background that led to this moment in time.

    59 min
  • The Quiet Gambling Epidemic Affecting Latter-day Saints

    McKay Coppins joins Jasmin Rappleye to share how a journalistic experiment with sports betting became far more consuming than he expected, revealing the subtle spiritual, emotional, and family costs of gambling. Their conversation explores why modern betting apps can feel harmless at first, and why Latter-day Saints may need to take this growing vice more seriously.

    38 min
  • Don’t Go to the Temple Until You Know This | TEMPLE PREP

    Prepare for your first Latter-day Saint temple visit with this ultimate guide for the exact practical logistics you need to know before receiving your endowment. We walk you through a complete 8-week timeline—from scheduling recommend interviews to purchasing ceremonial clothing—so you can step into the temple feeling completely calm and ready for your endowment.===ULTIMATE TEMPLE PREP CHECKLIST===https://templeendowment.wordpress.com/2023/07/23/the-definitive-essential-checklist-for-receiving-your-temple-endowment/

    42 min
  • The "Unreasonable" Demand That Got Mormon Stories Sued

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has officially filed a federal lawsuit against John Dehlin and the Mormon Stories podcast for trademark and copyright infringement. We are reading through the actual legal complaint live to look at the visual evidence of copied branding and to reveal the surprisingly simple disclaimer request that Dehlin walked away from in mediation. Join me as we separate the facts from the drama and discuss what this means for the future of creator accountability.

    33 min
  • “Secret” Mormon Temple Explained Room by Room

    What actually happens inside a Latter-day Saint temple, and why do millions find it so meaningful? In this on-site walkthrough at Temple Square, I take you room by room through the ceremonies, symbols, and spaces that most people never see. By the end, you will understand not just what happens inside, but why it matters so deeply to those who go.

    17 min
  • The REAL Reason Latter-Day Saints Dominate the Fantasy Genre

    Why are there so many Latter-day Saint fantasy authors? (Mormon, LDS) And is it really because of Latter-day Saint gender norms? In this episode, Jasmin and Shad Brooks (‪ @shadiversity  ,  @TheLatterDayKnight  ) react to claims from Alyssa Grenfell (‪ @alyssadgrenfell  ) and unpack what really connects the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with the fantasy genre.

    35 min

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