The 9 Bible verses Christians misuse against Latter-day Saints the most — and how to actually respond with context, history, and logic.In this episode, apologists Gospel Guardian (Braden) and Brittany the Shadow join Ward Radio to tackle the repeat offenders:Revelation 22:18-19 – “Don’t add to the Bible” (Book of Mormon attack)Galatians 1:8 – “Another angel preaching a different gospel” (Angel Moroni)John 10:30 – “I and the Father are one” (Trinity proof-text)1 John 5:7 – The Comma Johanneum (later interpolation added to support Trinity)Isaiah 43:10 – “No God formed before or after me” (plurality of gods)Hebrews 1:1-2 – God spoke by prophets… now by His Son (no modern prophets)Ephesians 2:8-9 – Saved by grace through faith, not worksMatthew 22:30 – “Neither marry nor given in marriage” in the resurrectionJohn 4:24 – “God is a Spirit”They explain why cherry-picking destroys meaning, why definitions matter (“gospel,” “one,” “works”), how the Trinity isn’t explicitly taught in the Bible, and why the LDS position actually fits the full scriptural context better in almost every case.0:00 - Intro & Guests: Gospel Guardian + Brittany the Shadow1:45 - #1 Revelation 22:18-19 – “Don’t Add to the Bible” (Book of Mormon)8:15 - #2 Galatians 1:8 – Another Angel / Different Gospel? (Moroni)12:45 - #3 John 10:30 – “I and the Father Are One” (Trinity)18:00 - #4 1 John 5:7 – The Comma Johanneum Interpolation23:30 - #5 Isaiah 43:10 – “No God Formed Before or After Me”28:45 - #6 Hebrews 1:1-2 – No Prophets After Jesus?32:30 - #7 Ephesians 2:8-9 – Grace vs Works (Peter on the Water Analogy)37:15 - #8 Matthew 22:30 – No Marriage in the Resurrection?41:00 - #9 John 4:24 – “God is a Spirit” (Greek + Context at the Well)45:00 - Sponsor: Scripturalnotes46:30 - Closing Thoughts & Banter#biblestudy #LDS #Mormon #Apologetics #Scripture #WardRadio #GospelGuardian #BrittanyTheShadow #BookOfMormon #Trinity #GraceVsWorksJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmsAFGrFuGe0obW6tkEY6w/joinAmazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AQLMTSMBM4DC?ref_=wl_shareVisit us for this and more at: WardRadio.comTo subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbu-wpRztV-8TYXClhUZhhwTo Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/@CardonEllisAdventuresThe following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners.⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardradio⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following linkhttps://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kids . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah’s Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/coming-soon-the-lost-gems-of-genesis-how-apocryphal-texts-prove-joseph-smith-fixed-the-bibleFor 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIOFor a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5#christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeckTo support the channel:Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightMormonsPaypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadioFollow us at:Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdyFacebook: @WardRadioWorldwideTwitter: WardRadioShowTikTok: WardRadioWorldwide

He lived the Gospel for 30 days... then decided to get baptized! We're learning everything we can about "Chris the Casual"!In this raw and inspiring Ward Radio live stream, Cardon Ellis and Brittany the Shadow welcome Chris the Casual (Chris Ross) — a former self-described Satanist who had a life-changing encounter with LDS missionaries and is now preparing for baptism in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Chris shares his unfiltered journey: meeting missionaries while waiting for his fiancé, initially mocking the Church, feeling the Spirit, deleting his critical videos, committing to serious study, and taking the 30-day “live like a Mormon” challenge (including going cold turkey on his beloved Reese’s iced coffee!). He opens up about his honest doctrinal questions around Heavenly Mother and the nature of God, his deep love for the temple, and how the Church’s teachings align more with the Bible than he expected. He also talks about the profound positive changes in his life and his current path toward baptism after marriage.This is a must-watch for investigators, new members, and anyone who loves powerful stories of faith.

Timestamps / Chapter Markers:

00:00 – Welcome & Introducing Chris the Casual

02:25 – Chris Tells His Origin Story (Tennessee, Fiancé & Satanist Past)

04:00 – What “Satanist” Actually Meant to Him06:15 – Feeling the Spirit & Returning to Church

07:33 – The 30-Day “Live Like a Mormon” Challenge

09:54 – Cardon Shares His Mission Invitation Story

11:35 – How the Journey Has Been Received (Antis & Cookies)

15:22 – Brittany Asks: What Was the Most Challenging Part?

15:36 – Giving Up Coffee Cold Turkey (Reese’s Iced Coffee!)

16:08 – Chris’s Religious Background Growing Up

20:16 – Anti-Mormon Rabbit Holes & “Magic Underwear” Questions

22:13 – Word of Wisdom Struggle & Setting a Baptismal Date

23:32 – Biggest Doctrinal Hangups: Heavenly Mother & God of Flesh and Bone

25:54 – Still Iffy but Prioritizing Following Christ

36:59 – What He Loves Most: Temples & Their Biblical Connection

40:55 – Family & Fiancé’s Reactions to His Changes

48:29 – Current Status: Wants Baptism After Marriage (Hoping for July)

53:58 – Super Chats Begin (Location, Name Origin, etc.)

58:58 – His Experience in the Ward Radio Discord

01:03:47 – What Finally Convinced Him to Want to Join

01:07:51 – One Thing He Wishes the Church Would Change (Energy Drinks)

01:15:33 – Final Thoughts: Follow the SpiritCheck out Chris the Casual on YouTube for more of his journey!

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The Department of War changed our classification! Is this a Good or a Bad thing?The Department of Defense recently updated its religious preference list for military chaplains and removed the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the generic “Christian” category, giving it its own separate designation.In this episode, Cardon Ellis is joined by Kwaku L and Luke Hansen to break down what actually happened and whether this is an insult or a positive development.They discuss:Why the LDS Church was separated while groups like Jehovah’s Witnesses remained under “Christian”How this change could actually help secure dedicated LDS chaplainsReactions from Michael Knowles and Senator Mike LeeWhether Latter-day Saints should even want to be grouped under the broad “Christian” labelThe deeper question of religious identity in government systems

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro with Kwaku L and Luke Hansen

3:30 - The DoD Removes LDS from Christian List

9:00 - Why Are Jehovah’s Witnesses Still Listed as Christian?

14:00 - The Real Benefit: Dedicated LDS Chaplains

20:30 - Is This an Insult or Recognition of Our Identity?

27:00 - Michael Knowles & Senator Mike Lee React

33:00 - “We’re Not Protestant 2.0”

40:00 - Tangent: William Clayton Journals Leak

48:00 - Super Chats Begin58:00 - Should We Even Want to Be Called “Christian”?

1:08:00 - Going on the Offensive with Religious Identity

1:18:00 - Final Thoughts & Closing

In this episode the Ward Radio crew reacts to a clip Senator Mike Lee posted just hours ago from Elder Neal A. Maxwell’s October 10, 1978 BYU Devotional “Meeting the Challenges of Today.”Maxwell delivers one of the most clear-eyed diagnoses of our time: we are entering “a period of incredible ironies” where a maximum effort will be made to establish irreligion as the state religion — a new form of paganism that uses the very freedoms of Western civilization to shrink freedom while rejecting our rich Judeo-Christian heritage.The hosts break down:How secularism is succeeding in virtually establishing unbeliefThe paradox of tolerance and why religion is being relabeled as “harm”This 1978 talk feels like it was written for right now.Drop your thoughts in the comments — is this the prophetic warning our generation needs?CHAPTERS (copy and paste these directly into YouTube):text0:00 - Intro: Sen. Mike Lee Drops the Neal A. Maxwell Clip1:45 - The Irony of Irreligion as State Religion (Maxwell Clip Begins)4:30 - Paganism Using Our Freedoms to Shrink Freedom + Claire Booth Luce6:15 - The Paradox of Tolerance & President Oaks Quote8:45 - James Lindsay: Wokeism/Atheism as the Unofficial State Religion11:30 - First Amendment Twisted — Secularism Establishing Itself13:50 - Churchwide Fast for Religious Freedom & LDS Persecution History16:20 - Maxwell’s Warning: The Secular Church & Crises of Tomorrow19:10 - Hosts’ Take: “This Talk is Maximum!” + Final Thoughts#NealAMaxwell #ReligiousFreedom #LDS #Mormon #WardRadio #FirstAmendment #Secularism #PropheticWarning #MikeLee #BYUJoinhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmsAFGrFuGe0obW6tkEY6w/joinAmazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AQLMTSMBM4DC?ref_=wl_shareVisit us for this and more at: WardRadio.comTo subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbu-wpRztV-8TYXClhUZhhwTo Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/@CardonEllisAdventuresThe following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners.⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardradio⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following linkhttps://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kids . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah’s Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/coming-soon-the-lost-gems-of-genesis-how-apocryphal-texts-prove-joseph-smith-fixed-the-bibleFor 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIOFor a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5#christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeckTo support the channel:Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightMormonsPaypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadioFollow us at:Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdyFacebook: @WardRadioWorldwideTwitter: WardRadioShowTikTok: WardRadioWorldwide

Comedian and singer-songwriter Emily Susan Pack joins Cardon Ellis on Ward Radio to discuss her viral song "Horns No More" and the frustrating stereotypes Latter-day Saints still face (horns on heads, tails, etc.).They dive into:Personal stories of being targeted by evangelical "friendship evangelism"Why many Christians say Mormons aren't Christian (Trinity vs Godhead)The Church name change and what it means for our identityEmily’s music, comedy, and new podcast plansFunny, honest, and heartfelt — a must-watch conversation about faith, culture, and belonging.#HornsNoMore #EmilySusanPack #WardRadio #LDS #Mormon #LatterDaySaints #ChristianOrNot #ChurchOfJesusChristChapter Markers:00:00 Intro & Welcome Emily Susan Pack01:05 "Horns No More" Song + Old Mormon Stereotypes03:15 Personal Stories: Being Targeted by Anti-Mormons07:40 Evangelical "Friendship Evangelism" Experiences12:20 Are Latter-day Saints Christians? The Big Debate16:40 Trinity vs Godhead & Why It Matters20:50 Church Name Change – "Mormon" to Full Name24:10 Identity, Branding & Being a Peculiar People27:30 Emily’s Music, Comedy & New Podcast Plans30:00 Final Thoughts & OutroJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmsAFGrFuGe0obW6tkEY6w/joinAmazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AQLMTSMBM4DC?ref_=wl_shareVisit us for this and more at: WardRadio.comTo subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbu-wpRztV-8TYXClhUZhhwTo Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/@CardonEllisAdventuresThe following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners.⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardradio⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following linkhttps://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kids . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah’s Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/coming-soon-the-lost-gems-of-genesis-how-apocryphal-texts-prove-joseph-smith-fixed-the-bibleFor 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIOFor a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5#christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeckTo support the channel:Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightMormonsPaypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadioFollow us at:Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdyFacebook: @WardRadioWorldwideTwitter: WardRadioShowTikTok: WardRadioWorldwide

Lego Scandal Explodes: Mormons, Bricks & Minifigs, Reckless Ben & "Mormon Mafia" | Ward Radio

Ward Radio breaks down the viral Lego consignment scandal involving a $200K collection, Bricks & Minifigs franchise drama, YouTuber Reckless Ben’s explosive videos, police encounters, and claims tying in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Cardon Ellis, Brad Whipple, and Nathan Miles react with humor, analysis, and calls for honesty.

Topics: Consignment disputes, "Mormon mafia" accusations, legal costs, business ethics, and media frenzy.

#LegoScandal #BricksAndMinifigs #LDS #RecklessBen #MormonMafia

Fixed & Accurate Chapter Markers (for ~2h 06m episode)

• 00:00 - Intro & Guest Welcome Cardon Ellis welcomes Brad Whipple and Nathan Miles to discuss the Lego scandal.
• 03:00 - The Bricks & Minifigs Scandal Overview $200K Lego collection consigned, franchise ownership change, and initial disputes.
• 10:00 - Reckless Ben's Viral Video Reaction to the feature-length exposé on alleged theft and shady dealings.
• 18:00 - Church Involvement & "Mormon Mafia" Claims Speculation about police, owners, and Latter-day Saints protecting their own.
• 28:00 - Police Interactions & Arrest Drama Reckless Ben's arrests, process serving, and American Fork PD encounters.
• 42:00 - Bricks & Minifigs Official Statement Reading their response, inventory disputes, and counter-claims.
• 55:00 - Super Chats & Audience Poll Live reactions, who viewers believe, and early chat discussion.
• 1:08:00 - Business Ethics & Legal Villains Contracts, exorbitant legal costs, and "just do the right thing."
• 1:22:00 - Reckless Ben Tactics & Editing Insights Impersonations, fake religion, and Nathan’s reality TV perspective.
• 1:35:00 - Mormon Stereotypes & Community Circling wagons, honesty in dealings, and calls for better behavior.
• 1:48:00 - More Super Chats & Personal Stories Lego memories, police run-ins, and final reflections.
• 1:58:00 - Closing Thoughts & Sponsors Lessons learned, hope for resolution, and sign-off.

Joseph Smith = American Muhammad? Ward Radio DESTROYS Daily Wire Tropes w/ Don Bradley & All Those in Favor

YouTube Description:Ward Radio reacts to Matt Fradd (Pints with Aquinas / Daily Wire) and Mike Jones (Inspiring Philosophy) comparing Joseph Smith to Muhammad. Historian Don Bradley, Baylor Johnson, Brad Whipple, Kweku L, and Cardon Ellis provide detailed debunking, historical context, humor, and powerful testimony.

Topics: Polygamy & sealings, "child bride" myths, First Vision, interfaith charity, Catholic parallels, Daily Wire cancellations, creeds, evidence for the Restoration, and more.

📍 Ward Radio: wardradio.com#LDS #JosephSmith #DailyWire #Apologetics #Mormon #Restoration

Accurate Chapter Markers (for 2:42:06 video)

• 00:00 - Intro & Guest Welcome Cardon Ellis welcomes the panel: Baylor Johnson, Brad Whipple, Kweku L, and historian Don Bradley.
• 02:45 - The Controversial Clip Playing and reacting to Matt Fradd & Mike Jones on Joseph Smith as the "American Muhammad."
• 09:30 - Banter & Initial Reactions Humor on the comparison, "Pints with Quaiku," anti-Mormon tropes, and Muslim parallels.
• 18:00 - Debunking the Claims Angels, fixing religions, multiple wives, alcohol laws, and "greatest prophet" arguments.
• 32:00 - Polygamy, Sealings & Helen Mar Kimball Don Bradley explains non-consummated sealings, historical context, and 1840s legal norms.
• 52:00 - Interfaith Charity & Catholic Parallels Anti-Catholic history, Muslim hospitality stories, and the Golden Rule in dialogue.
• 1:08:00 - Daily Wire Cancellations Screenshots of long-term LDS subscribers canceling and business impact.
• 1:22:00 - Super Chats & Don Bradley's Journey Baha'i faith, spiritual path, audience questions, and more.
• 1:40:00 - Evidence for the Restoration Book of Mormon witnesses vs. resurrection, fruits of the Spirit, and critiques of low-tier arguments.
• 2:00:00 - Creeds, Tradition vs. Truth Abomination of creeds, works-based faith, consistency in Christian evidence.
• 2:20:00 - More Super Chats & Final Reflections Boycotts, prejudice vs. misguidedness, and responding with Christianity.
• 2:35:00 - Closing Testimony & Sponsors Hope for better interfaith dialogue, supporter shoutouts, and sign-off.

Mormons ROAST the Critics! Alex O'Connor, Matt Fradd & Cameron Bertuzzi vs Joseph Smith 🛡️ | Ward Radio

Ward Radio reacts to the biggest anti-Mormon moments of the week with Cardon Ellis, Luke Hansen (Doctrine & Governance), and Brad. Alex O’Connor uses Book of Mormon witnesses to challenge Trent Horn, Matt Fradd drops “7 Reasons Not to Trust Joseph Smith,” Cameron Bertuzzi sparks debate drama, and more.

Strong defenses of Joseph Smith, witness testimonies, Brigham Young’s transfiguration, Daily Wire controversy, fair debate practices, and faith discussion.

Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Intro & Guests
• [00:02:42] Big Week in Mormon News – Alex O’Connor vs Trent Horn
• [00:03:49] Alex O’Connor Presents Book of Mormon Witnesses
• [00:08:12] Three Witnesses, Persecution & Reverse Pool Argument
• [00:13:28] Josh Gailey – Book of Mormon Strengthens Resurrection Evidence
• [00:16:08] Brigham Young Transfiguration Event
• [00:21:21] Super Chats & Sponsor Thanks
• [00:25:00] Trent Horn’s Response & Kinderhook Plates
• [00:32:28] Matt Fradd “7 Reasons” & Daily Wire Drama
• [00:44:00] Andrew Klavan Response & Book of Mormon Musical
• [01:11:00] Cameron Bertuzzi Debate Fallout with Hayden Carroll
• [01:25:00] Ethan Muse, Robert Boylan & Sketchy Debate Tactics
• [01:38:00] San Diego Temple Open House Offer to Ethan Muse
• [01:42:00] Daily Wire Discussion Continues & Super Chats
• [01:55:00] More Super Chats & Debate Strategy Talk
• [02:10:00] Final Thoughts on Faith & Criticism
• [02:25:00] Additional Super Chats & Sponsor Shoutouts
• [02:39:44] Final Wrap-Up & Outro (ends 2:42:49)

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What’s the strongest argument for Joseph Smith in your view? Drop it 👇

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The CRAZIEST Beliefs of LDS Apostles That Will Blow Your Mind 🧠 | Pyramid Prophecies, Relics & Guardian Angels

Join Cardon Ellis and Dr. Christopher Blyth (BYU Folklore Professor, Angels and Seer Stones podcast) for an epic deep dive into the wildest unofficial beliefs, folklore, and open theology from Latter-day Saint apostles throughout history!

From Orson Pratt's Pyramid Prophecies predicting the Millennium, Heber C. Kimball's powerful healing relics and coffin canes, Orson Hyde's guardian angels (including one for America!), Hyrum Smith's radical take on the Witch of Endor as a priestess, Parley P. Pratt's spiritual fluid, reincarnation ideas, and so much more—this episode is packed with fascinating "Mormon weird" that the Church doesn't take an official stance on.

We also discuss relics, Jesus' possible marriage, progression between kingdoms, and why early Saints were so excited about ancient wisdom.

Perfect for fans of Church history, apologetics, and mind-bending LDS lore!

🔥 Timestamps below 👇

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Chapter Markers:

• 00:00:00 Intro & Guest Introduction: Dr. Christopher Blyth
• 00:02:27 Official Doctrine vs. Folk Beliefs & Open Theology
• 00:06:05 Super Chats & Sponsor Thanks
• 00:07:08 Orson Pratt & Pyramid Prophecy
• 00:13:57 Egyptomania, Mummies & Ancient Wisdom
• 00:18:07 Super Chats: Relics, Heber C. Kimball & Coffin Canes
• 00:21:57 Would You Make Any Apostolic Belief Official Doctrine?
• 00:25:00 Trinitarian Language & Early Doctrine
• 00:32:28 Testimony: Emotional vs. Intellectual
• 00:39:05 Hugh Nibley, Book of Joseph & Papyri
• 00:43:04 Orson Hyde: Guardian Angels & Jesus on the Cross
• 00:44:03 Johnny Page's Aztec Codex Vision
• 00:44:23 Reincarnation Beliefs (Orson Hyde & Orson F. Whitney)
• 00:46:41 Hyrum Smith & The Witch of Endor as Prophetess
• 00:55:40 Parley P. Pratt: Spiritual Fluid & Key to Theology
• 01:05:31 Brigham Young & Other Strange Ideas
• 01:09:56 Joseph Smith Descendants & Visions
• 01:18:04 Lyman White's Tribal Marriage Rules
• 01:21:26 Which Beliefs Might Actually Be True?
• 01:25:24 How to Study Early LDS Folklore & Journals
• 01:28:22 Current Folklore in the Church?
• 01:29:35 Orson Hyde on Jesus' Wedding at Cana
• 01:30:38 Upcoming Essay Series Announcement
• 01:38:07 Final Super Chats & Wrap-Up

If you enjoy Mormon history, folklore, and thought-provoking discussions, like, comment, and share! What’s the craziest belief you’ve heard? Drop it below 👇

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Why do Catholics and Jews consistently create some of the greatest films in cinematic history, while Protestants and Latter-day Saints often struggle?In this episode of Ward Radio, we break it down with special guest Jeff from Angel Studios: the power of ritual, “3D worship,” symbolism, historical trauma, and deep storytelling traditions that fuel transcendent art.From Catholic liturgy and architecture creating rich subtext, to Jewish holidays packed with meaning and humor forged in suffering, we contrast that with why LDS filmmakers frequently leave the faith in Hollywood — and what we can do about it.Temple experiences as theater training, Gordon B. Hinckley’s insights, the irreplaceable role of human pain in great stories (and why AI can’t replicate it), plus practical advice on feedback systems, the “refiner’s fire,” and building better Latter-day Saint cinema.Perfect for anyone into faith-based filmmaking, Mormon culture, or Christian art!Timestamps:0:00 – Intro: Which Religion Makes the Best Movies?0:33 – Why Catholics Excel: Ritual, Symbolism & 3D Worship1:48 – Jews, Meaningful Holidays, Trauma & Storytelling3:50 – Why LDS Filmmakers Struggle in Hollywood6:28 – Temple Liturgy, Theater & Artistic Depth (Hinckley Quote)10:11 – Angel Studios Mission & Keeping Faith in Hollywood12:08 – Trauma, Comedy & Transcendent Art17:06 – Pain, Redemption, Pioneers & Why AI Falls Short21:47 – Raising Kids for Meaningful Lives27:29 – Practical Advice for Latter-day Saint Artists34:21 – Feedback Systems, Refiner’s Fire & Closing Thoughts#Catholics #BestMovies #LatterDaySaints #FaithAndFilm #Mormon #ChristianMovies #LDS #AngelStudios #WardRadio #Filmmaking #Temple #Ritual #StorytellingJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmsAFGrFuGe0obW6tkEY6w/joinAmazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AQLMTSMBM4DC?ref_=wl_shareVisit us for this and more at: WardRadio.comTo subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbu-wpRztV-8TYXClhUZhhwTo Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/@CardonEllisAdventuresThe following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners.⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardradio⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following linkhttps://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kids . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah’s Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/coming-soon-the-lost-gems-of-genesis-how-apocryphal-texts-prove-joseph-smith-fixed-the-bibleFor 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIOFor a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5#christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeckTo support the channel:Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightMormonsPaypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadioFollow us at:Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdyFacebook: @WardRadioWorldwideTwitter: WardRadioShowTikTok: WardRadioWorldwide