Tonight on the Mormon Newscast our top story covers LDS apologist Jasmine Rappleye’s alleged public apology regarding her controversial remarks on Mormon sexual abuse and clergy privilege. What does this apology really mean, and how is the broader community responding?

We’ll also dive into several other big stories making headlines in Mormonism this week:

Polygamy Deniers Under Fire – LDS church pushes back on those who dismiss or minimize Mormonism’s long polygamous history.

The Park Plaza Parking Lot Debacle – A community flashpoint that reveals deeper tensions about church property and public use.

We also revisit Mormon Church Land Purchases and Utah's Water Levels along with more sexual assault cases Within Mormonism with multiple stories emerging that spotlight ongoing systemic issues around accountability and safety.

Join the Mormon Newscast as we break down these stories with analysis, commentary, and your live reactions.

👉 Don’t miss it—tune in at 6 PM Mountain Time for the full conversation.

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This week’s Mormon Newscast is packed with stories you won’t want to miss.

Our top story: an LDS mission leader in Mexico is recovering after being shot during a home invasion, and the details of what happened inside that house.

We’ll also cover a “magic mushroom church” making headlines, pushing the limits of religious freedom and raising questions.

Speaking of changes, the Church is once again tweaking its terminology—but what’s behind these word swaps, and do they reveal deeper shifts in doctrine and culture?

On social media, an LDS influencer is stirring buzz about shortened missions, could the Church really be cutting time off missionary service, or is this just online speculation?

Meanwhile, the Salt Lake Tribune is calling out LDS tax evasion claims, pulling a story we’ve been tracking into the mainstream spotlight for some time.

And in stories that matter for the future of Mormonism: we’ll look at LGBTQ ex-Mormons speaking out more openly than ever, and the growing criticism of BYU’s big-money NIL deals that seem to clash with the values the school claims to uphold.

👉 Tune in live for the full breakdown, the context you won’t hear anywhere else, and the analysis that connects the dots.

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Our lead story dives into a controversial change to Utah law altering CSA Law. A move critics say may have been crafted to protect the family of a powerful GOP senator. We’ll break down the bill, the political fallout, and the serious questions it raises.

Also tonight:

🔹 Dallin H. Oaks gives a bizarre and telling dedication speech you have to hear to believe

🔹 Psychedelics and Religion — exploring the strange overlap between spiritual experience and altered states

🔹 The LDS Church’s half-billion-dollar Australian farmland buying spree and what it reveals about trade loopholes

🔹 Tattoos in Mormonism — from “graffiti on God’s temple” to a sign of faith?

🔹 A new study linking LDS temple building and poverty rates — the numbers might surprise you

🔹 A quick update on Aaron Sherinian

We’ll connect the dots, expose the spin, and give you the stories the Church PR department would rather you didn’t hear.

📅 Live at 6pm Mountain — join the conversation!

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Podcasters Rebecca Bibliotheca, Bill Reel, and Radio Free Mormon bring you an exciting and informative weekly news podcast covering timely and important topics in the Mormon space.

Tonight on The Mormon Newscast, we’re diving into a disturbing and heartbreaking headline: A former Mormon missionary has been arrested in Pittsburgh, accused of sexually abusing multiple minors. We’ll break down the details of the case, how he allegedly used his church affiliation to gain trust, and what this means for the LDS Church’s ongoing struggle with abuse scandals.

Also in this episode:

🔹 Tim Ballard Acquitted – What does this mean for the embattled Operation Underground Railroad founder and his future in right-wing religious circles?

🔹 Florida Family Horror – A gut-wrenching case involving the abuse of foster and adopted children who couldn’t even say their own birthdays.

🔹 Heber Valley Temple Update – We take a look at the latest on the controversial LDS temple and zoning conflicts.

🔹 Fairview Mayor Receives Death Threats – Tensions escalate as community members push back on LDS development projects.

🔹 Elder Jeffrey R. Holland Grand Marshal? – What his Days of '47 Parade appearance says about the Church’s continued entrenchment in Utah civic life.

Join RFM, Rebecca Bibliotheca, and Bill Reel as we analyze the headlines, expose the patterns, and provide critical commentary you won’t hear in Sunday School.

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Tonight on Mormon Newscast: LDS Temple Training Raises Eyebrows Over Possible LGBTQ Targeting

In our lead story, we dive into concerning reports about recent temple worker training in the LDS Church—allegedly singling out LGBTQ members in ways that raise serious questions about inclusion and policy enforcement. What exactly is being taught behind closed temple doors?

We also cover:

🔹 Recent Court Ruling against Washington Law revoking Priest Penitent Privilege

🔹 Breaking barriers: Stassi D. Cramm is ordained as the first female prophet-president of the Community of Christ, marking a historic shift in Mormonism’s broader restoration movement.

🔹 Tragedy in Maputsoe: We remember the young women and leaders lost in a devastating bus accident.

🔹 Plus: Temple updates from around the globe, including the latest on the controversial Fairview, Texas temple plans.

👉 Join us live for real talk, smart analysis, and unfiltered takes you won’t hear in Sunday School.

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What happens when a U.S. senator’s politics start clashing with his religion? In this explosive episode of Mormon Newscast, we unpack the controversy surrounding Senator Mike Lee’s latest moves and the growing tension between LDS teachings and far-right ideology. Has Mike Lee become a liability for the Church—or is he just saying the quiet part out loud?

We also cover:

🔹 The IRS quietly gives churches the green light to endorse political candidates—what this means for the LDS Church.

🔹 Elder Dallin H. Oaks mentions Heavenly Mother—but not in the way you’d expect.

🔹 A new twist in the Dirtylicious Dance class cancelation drama

📡 Buckle up—this week’s news hits hard and asks the questions the Church won’t.

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Podcasters Rebecca Bibliotheca, Bill Reel, and Radio Free Mormon bring you an exciting and informative weekly news podcast covering timely and important topics in the Mormon space.

Something major just happened to the LDS Church in one of the world’s most powerful—and most tightly controlled—nations. A quiet move by a foreign government has suddenly upended worship for hundreds of members and raised serious questions about the future of the Church in a place it's long tried to operate under the radar.

Why now?

Why there?

And what does this mean for the Church’s global growth strategy?

Let’s just say… not everyone is gathering for Sunday meetings this week.

👀 Tune in for the full story, the hidden dynamics behind the headlines, and why this development may signal more trouble ahead.

📺 Subscribe and join us—because this one isn’t just about local policy. It’s about the clash of faith and power on a global stage.

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Podcasters Rebecca Bibliotheca, Bill Reel, and Radio Free Mormon bring you an exciting and informative weekly news podcast covering timely and important topics in the Mormon space.

This week on the Mormon Newscast, BYU’s starting quarterback is back in the spotlight—but this time, it’s not for what’s happening on the field. With serious legal allegations and academic questions piling up, the playbook in Provo is getting complicated. Is this a career-ending fumble or just a temporary timeout? We break down the latest developments, the unexpected moves behind the scenes, and why this story could go into overtime. Buckle up—this game is far from over, and it may only be halftime.

Another Cougar QB is bucking tradition. He’s headed out—but not for the typical two-year mission. He’s doing it in just one. What’s behind this shortened service? Is it the right move for the LDS Church and how might it affect others called to serve? We’ll break down how this fits (or doesn’t) with Mormon cultural expectations.

And on the social media front: fresh evidence suggests the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints is secretly paying influencers to promote the faith. We’ll show you the leaked marketing playbook—and share what’s stirring debate in Mormon communities and on social media.

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In this episode of Mormon Newscast, we dive headfirst into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ bold claim that baptisms are skyrocketing. Is this truly a sign of global revival, or is there more going on beneath the surface? Bill Reel, Radio Free Mormon, and Rebecca Bibliotheca break down the numbers, and question whether we're witnessing genuine growth—or strategic optics.

We also cover LDS leaders meeting with the head of the Dubai Hindu temple, changes to missionary questions, the hot LDS garment black-market, why people are increasingly turning to the Bible, and more!

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