Mormon Transitions

038: Jon Ogden - Author of "When Mormons Doubt" Pt. 2

In these episodes of Mormon Stories, we interview Jon Ogden—author of When Mormons Doubt.  Jon describes how his faith crisis blossomed during his LDS mission and time at BYU and ultimately became the impetus to writing the book, which strives...

037: Jon Ogden - Author of "When Mormons Doubt" Pt. 1

In these episodes of Mormon Stories, we interview Jon Ogden—author of When Mormons Doubt.  Jon describes how his faith crisis blossomed during his LDS mission and time at BYU and ultimately became the impetus to writing the book, which strives...

036: 30 Questions Nobody Asks My Husband at Church - Julie DeAzevedo Hanks

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Dr. Julie DeAzevedo Hanks about her article in LDSLiving Magazine titled "30 Questions Nobody Asks My Husband at Church."  John and Margi discuss the powerful cultural messages that are sent in the...

035: Navigating Progressive Mormonism with Carol Lynn Pearson, Jana Riess, and Jana Johnson Spangler Pt. 2

In these episodes of Mormon Stories, John and Margi interview Carol Lynn Pearson, Jana Riess, and Jana Johnson Spangler to explore their experiences as they navigate progressive Mormonism. We cover important topics such as: *Each panelist’s experience when their faith...

034: Navigating Progressive Mormonism with Carol Lynn Pearson, Jana Riess, and Jana Johnson Spangler Pt. 1

In these episodes of Mormon Stories, John and Margi interview Carol Lynn Pearson, Jana Riess, and Jana Johnson Spangler to explore their experiences as they navigate progressive Mormonism. We cover important topics such as: *Each panelist’s experience when their faith...

033: They Can Leave the Church, But They Can't Leave it Alone - Brynne Thomas Gant

In this episode, we interview Brynne Thomas Gant -- author of the article titled "They Can Leave the Church, But They Can't Leave the Church Alone"

032: They Can Leave the Church, But They Can't Leave it Alone - Brynne Thomas Gant

In this episode, we interview Brynne Thomas Gant -- author of the article titled "They Can Leave the Church, But They Can't Leave the Church Alone"

031: Staying Active in the Mormon Church as a semi- or non-believer

In this episode of Mormon Stories and Mormon Transitions, John and Margi reflect back on their 13 years of experience as semi- and non-believers and provide their advice on how to successfully navigate activity in the LDS Church.  Some of...

030: Reflections of a Mormon/Post-Mormon Activist: Looking Back and Forward

This episode is a recording of Dr. John Dehlin's goodbye presentation to Cache Valley Oasis - a secular support community formed in Fall of 2015 in Logan, Utah. In his presentation (recorded May 21, 2017), John shared reflections of "lessons"...

029: Creating a Family Culture

028: Healthy Marriage Pt. 2

In this episode, John, Margi, and Natasha Helfer Parker discuss guiding principles to maintaining successful relationships

027: Healthy Marriage Pt. 1

In this episode, John, Margi, and Natasha Helfer Parker discuss forming a foundation for marriage that withstands change

026: Mormon Transgender Experiences

In this episode John and Margi interview four individuals who are transgender and either active LDS or former LDS. Our panelists for this interview are Kimberly, Ann, Emmett, and Augustus. We discuss: *What it was like growing up in the...

025: Nicki and Lance Miles' Mormon Transition Pt. 4

In this 4-part series, we interview Nicki and Lance Miles who share their Mormon upbringing, how they met, and how their individual mission experiences intertwined in Episode 1. In Episode 2, we have a serious discussion about Lance’s father who...

024: Nicki and Lance Miles' Mormon Transition Pt. 3

In this 4-part series, we interview Nicki and Lance Miles who share their Mormon upbringing, how they met, and how their individual mission experiences intertwined in Episode 1. In Episode 2, we have a serious discussion about Lance’s father who...

023: Nicki and Lance Miles' Mormon Transition Pt. 2

In this 4-part series, we interview Nicki and Lance Miles who share their Mormon upbringing, how they met, and how their individual mission experiences intertwined in Episode 1. In Episode 2, we have a serious discussion about Lance’s father who...

022: Nicki and Lance Miles' Mormon Transition Pt. 1

In this 4-part series, we interview Nicki and Lance Miles who share their Mormon upbringing, how they met, and how their individual mission experiences intertwined in Episode 1. In Episode 2, we have a serious discussion about Lance’s father who...

021: Noah Rasheta's Mormon Transition Pt. 4

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Noah Rasheta — the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast.  This meaningful and compelling interview covers: Noah’s early life as an orthodox...

020: Noah Rasheta's Mormon Transition Pt. 3

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Noah Rasheta — the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast.  This meaningful and compelling interview covers: Noah’s early life as an orthodox...

019: Noah Rasheta's Mormon Transition Pt. 2

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Noah Rasheta — the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast.  This meaningful and compelling interview covers: Noah’s early life as an orthodox...

018: Noah Rasheta's Mormon Transition Pt. 1

In this episode of Mormon Stories, we interview Noah Rasheta — the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast.  This meaningful and compelling interview covers: Noah’s early life as an orthodox...

017: Utah's Escalating Suicide Crisis and LDS LGBT Despair Pt. 2

Panelists Wendy & Thomas Montgomery and Daniel Parkinson delve into topics related to Utah’s escalating suicide crisis and the feeling of despair that many LDS LGBT individuals experience. Part 1: In this episode, the panel discusses appropriate guidelines when discussing...

016: Utah's Escalating Suicide Crisis and LDS LGBT Despair Pt. 1

Panelists Wendy & Thomas Montgomery and Daniel Parkinson delve into topics related to Utah’s escalating suicide crisis and the feeling of despair that many LDS LGBT individuals experience. Part 1: In this episode, the panel discusses appropriate guidelines when discussing...

015: Heidi and Josh Packard's Mormon Transition Pt. 4

SUPER honored/proud to release my latest interview with Heidi Nielson Packard and Dr. Josh Packard. This powerful, informative, and in-depth interview covers: Heidi and Josh’s very orthodox Mormon upbringing and early years as Mormons. For those interested, Heidi’s brother is Christian...

014: Heidi and Josh Packard's Mormon Transition Pt. 3

SUPER honored/proud to release my latest interview with Heidi Nielson Packard and Dr. Josh Packard. This powerful, informative, and in-depth interview covers: Heidi and Josh’s very orthodox Mormon upbringing and early years as Mormons. For those interested, Heidi’s brother is Christian...

013: Heidi and Josh Packard's Mormon Transition Pt. 2

SUPER honored/proud to release my latest interview with Heidi Nielson Packard and Dr. Josh Packard. This powerful, informative, and in-depth interview covers: Heidi and Josh’s very orthodox Mormon upbringing and early years as Mormons. For those interested, Heidi’s brother is Christian...

012: Heidi and Josh Packard's Mormon Transition Pt. 1

SUPER honored/proud to release my latest interview with Heidi Nielson Packard and Dr. Josh Packard. This powerful, informative, and in-depth interview covers: Heidi and Josh’s very orthodox Mormon upbringing and early years as Mormons. For those interested, Heidi’s brother is Christian...

011: Mormon Singles and Sexuality Pt. 2

In this two-part episode, Dr. John Dehlin and his wife Margi hold a panel discussion with Kristin Marie, Michelle Ross, Paul Smith, and Ryan Stott.  The panel navigates topics that include sexuality/purity messaging for the youth of the church, its impacts,...

010: Mormon Singles and Sexuality Pt. 1

In this two-part episode, Dr. John Dehlin and his wife Margi hold a panel discussion with Kristin Marie, Michelle Ross, Paul Smith, and Ryan Stott.  The panel navigates topics that include sexuality/purity messaging for the youth of the church, its impacts,...

009: Death, Loss, and Grief Pt. 2

Co-hosts are John and Margi Dehlin.  Today’s Panelists: Emily Celis and Aimee Heffernan.

008: Death, Loss, and Grief Pt. 1

As part 1 in a 2-part series, John and Margi Dehlin discuss death, loss, and grief with Emily Celis and Aimee Heffernan.

007: Communicating with Children during a Mormon Faith Transition Pt. 2

In this episode recorded 2/28/2017, John and Margi Dehlin interview Mary Mealing, Lisa Keyes and Lisa Patterson Butterworth.  This is part 2 in a series on communicating with children during a Mormon faith transition.

006: Healthy Sexuality in a Mormon Transition Pt. 2

In this episode we are joined by sex therapists Natasha Helfer Parker and Kristin Bennion in part 2 of our discussion on healthy sexuality in a Mormon transition.  

005: Healthy Sexuality in a Mormon Transition Pt. 1

In this episode we are joined by sex therapists Natasha Helfer Parker and Kristin Bennion to discuss healthy sexuality in a Mormon transition.  

004: Communicating with Children During a Mormon Faith Transition

In this episode recorded January 31, 2017 Margi and John Dehlin interview Julie De Azevedo-Hanks, Kerstin Koldewyn, and former LDS Quorum of the 70 member Hans Mattsson about how to speak to children during a Mormon faith transition.  Questions and comments...

Margi Dehlin's Mormon Transition Pt. 3

As the first interview for the new Mormon Transitions project, I am incredibly pleased to interview my dear wife of 23 years, Margaret (Margi) Weber Dehlin. In this three-part interview, I ask Margi a series of 46 questions focusing on thee parts: ...

Margi Dehlin's Mormon Transition Pt. 2

As the first interview for the new Mormon Transitions project, I am incredibly pleased to interview my dear wife of 23 years, Margaret (Margi) Weber Dehlin. In this three-part interview, I ask Margi a series of 46 questions focusing on thee parts: ...

Margi Dehlin's Mormon Transition Pt. 1

As the first interview for the new Mormon Transitions project, I am incredibly pleased to interview my dear wife of 23 years, Margaret (Margi) Weber Dehlin. In this three-part interview, I ask Margi a series of 46 questions focusing on thee parts: ...

003: Communicating with Orthodox/Believing Mormons Pt. 2

In this episode, recorded January 17, 2017, we discuss additional tips on communicating with orthodox/believing Mormons during a faith transition.  Co-hosts are John and Margi Dehlin.  Panelists include Steve Holbrook, Jenny Morrow, Ryan McKnight and Royleane Otteson.

002: Communicating with Orthodox/Believing Mormons Pt. 1

In this episode, recorded January 10, 2017, we discuss tips on communicating with orthodox/believing Mormons.  Co-hosts are John and Margi Dehlin.  Panelists include Amy Grubbs, Shandi Hill, Brynne and Jared Grant, and Tanner Gilliland.

001: Mormon Transitions Live! Introduction

An introduction to Mormon Transitions Live! podcast, hosted by John and Margi Dehlin.  Panelists on today's episode include Amy Grubbs, Shandi Hill, Marco Perez and Dan Wotherspoon.

040: Will I ever stop thinking about the Church?

Kristy and April sit together in Kristy's Athens Georgia living room to share how they met and April's story of leaving the church 10 years ago.  They've been friends for 2 years ever since their daughters became *best* friends in...

039: Loud Laughter to help you Transition

Humor's positive psychological effects in times of stress are well-researched, so this episode applies the principle specifically to faith transitions through the lens of the dynamic duo behind the Brother Jake Videos:  Erica and her husband Jake Frost.  Together they...

038: Primal Rage Turned Inward — When our Bodies feel the effects

Dr. Jeremy Bartz was raised Mormon and is a psychologist specializing in chronic pain, and when medical conditions can be aggravated or exacerbated by psychological stress (psychosomatic disorders, or mind/body stress).   He and Kristy went to graduate school together at...

037: Ryan McKnight on MormonLeaks and the Underground Handcart Company

Ryan McKnight talks about being contacted by the anonymous video leaker and releasing them for him/her.  He shares his own faith transition story, how and why he's contacted by so many whistle blowers, and the implications for these people.  Ryan...

037: Finding Clarity in the “In-Between”

"I feel like I don't fit in anywhere" is a common feeling expressed by transitioning Mormons.  Thomas McKonkie, author of Navigating Mormon Faith Crisis, and Kristy discuss this emotion more fully and how sitting with the pain and uncertainty leads...

036: What if I transition while working for the Church?

Dr. Michael Findley, professor at the University of Texas at Austin, worked at BYU before landing his dream job, complete with unlimited access to Torchy's Tacos food truck. :)  He candidly shares his experiences working at BYU while undergoing a...

035: Feeling a transition from Orthodox to Cultural Mormon?

Join Kristy and active Mormon researcher/author Jana Riess as they discuss in more detail her NPR interview on the shift many are making as the result of their faith crises/awakenings from orthodox to cultural Mormon.  Jana is analyzing data on...

34: Feel Pressure to prove apostate narrative wrong?

There's a myth that leaving orthodoxy leads to a miserable life, so it can be common for those who are transitioning to feel pressure to prove that narrative wrong, that life is great and we're happier than ever.  And that...

033: Follow the Data–Greg Prince and Natural Transition

There are limitless reasons why people decide to stay active in the church (orthoprax), warts and all--after experiencing a transition from orthodoxy.   Some that come immediately to mind are because of where they live (Utah County), or their marriage,...