Many Latter-day Saints feel frustrated with their temple experience because it's so different from their weekly Sabbath worship. Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are filled with symbols that feel foreign, but are actually ancient and filled with complex meaning. Caleb Williams, an artist known as Library of Godwin, is known for his lithograph, esoteric pieces that feature ancient Christian symbols to distill profound messages about faith and the beauty of our doctrine. In this episode, we break down the symbols in his art, and use it as a launching pad to discuss where these symbols show up in ancient Christian and Jewish art, and how it can inform our Latter-day Saint (LDS, Mormon) temple worship.

As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS, Mormon), how should you respond to the debates around immigration in the United States right now?If you think the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints supports your view of ICE and immigration debates, you may want to read their statements more closely.This is a tough moment in the United States, with ICE crackdowns, Nick Shirley covering fraud cases among Minnesota immigrants, intensifying immigration concerns in Minnesota, culminating in the shooting of now two Minnesota protesters by ICE agents in the last few weeks.Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints fall on both sides of the political aisle, but when it comes to immigration and ICE debates in the United States, which side is the church on?The truth is, neither. If you’re looking for church policy or doctrine to validate your particular political position, you’ll probably be able to cherry pick something, but the Church as an institution does not fall into a single political tribe and if you think it does, you may want to more closely read their statements.

MomTok has sparked the biggest Latter-day Saint (Mormon) media moment in over a decade, but will it hurt or help The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? This video breaks down what’s different from 2012, what the data actually shows, and why women’s experience may determine the church’s future.

Why does the First Vision generate so much controversy 200 years later? Historian Steven C. Harper explains why the First Vision became the central “battleground” for both believers and critics, how Church leaders raised the stakes, and how memory plays into debates today. This episode explores why the First Vision became the symbolic ground on which people fight about the Restoration itself.

Polygamy accidentally created sister missionaries and lowered the missionary age for everyone. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church, Mormon Church) just announced that women can serve full-time proselyting missions as young as 18 years old. This means that both men and women will be serving lds missions at the same age, forever altering the gender dynamics of Mormon missions around the Church. This decision represents the culmination of over 150 years of evolution of what it means to be an LDS missionary and how that fits into our model of priesthood.

You’ve heard of Mormon Magic Underwear.But behind the memes and misconceptions lies one of the most sacred and symbolic practices in the Latter-day Saint faith. In this video, we dive deep into the real meaning behind the Latter-day Saint temple garment (Mormon garments, LDS garments). Where it came from, what it represents, and why millions of believers wear it every day.From the garment’s historical origins in 1843 to its modern redesign that caused long lines at church stores, this story explores how a simple piece of clothing came to represent spiritual protection, divine identity, and royal potential.

Did Joseph Smith really practice polygamy—or is the entire story a lie invented after his death? 🤔The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says yes. Historians say yes, of course. But a growing movement of “polygamy deniers” (or “monogamy affirmers”) claims Joseph Smith was a faithful monogamist—and that Brigham Young and others fabricated plural marriage after Nauvoo.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Christopher Blythe (BYU professor, scholar of Mormon folklore, and co-host of Angels & Seer Stones) to unpack:✨ What polygamy denial is and why it’s spreading online✨ The evidence Joseph Smith did practice plural marriage (William Clayton’s journal, affidavits, Doctrine & Covenants 132)✨ Why Emma Smith denied Joseph’s polygamy—and why her story is complicated✨ How rejecting Joseph’s plural marriage changes the entire Restoration (temple ordinances, eternal families, sealing power, and more)✨ Why plural marriage is still so emotionally charged for Latter-day Saints todayThis is one of the most controversial topics in LDS history—and one that shapes faith, doctrine, and identity even now.

Why are there so many Mormon / Latter-day Saint influencers? From Ballerina Farm to MomTok, LDS creators are making waves online. But what’s really behind this phenomenon? In this exclusive interview, I talk with Holly Lauritzen of @ourfauxfarmhouse (over 1M followers) about her shift from DIY home projects to boldly sharing her faith as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Who is Heavenly Mother really—and why can’t we agree on her? To some, she’s the ultimate feminist symbol. To others, she reinforces patriarchy. But the reality is that the doctrine of Heavenly Mother reveals that women are just as essential to God’s plan as men. Our eternal purpose isn’t individual perfection, but divine partnership—Heavenly Parenthood—which can only be fulfilled together.

Why is everyone obsessed with Latter-day Saints (LDS, Mormon)?From Hulu dramas and viral TikToks to Netflix horror films, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is back in the cultural spotlight—what some are calling a “new Mormon Moment.” But is all this media attention helping or hurting the Church? And what does it mean for missionary work in 2024 and beyond?In this powerful interview, we sit down with Christian McComber, creator of the Missionary Universe YouTube channel and a passionate advocate for modern missionary efforts. Christian shares how popular culture is unintentionally opening doors for gospel conversations, and how goal-setting, social media, and personal invitation are transforming missionary success.If you've ever wondered what role you play in this moment—or how to make a real impact—this conversation will inspire and challenge you.