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This episode dives deep into what Bart Marcos describes as a “crisis of missing Moroni” within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints—a metaphor for the declining willingness among members to stand up and actively defend personal liberty, faith, and foundational values. Drawing inspiration from Captain Moroni, a Book of Mormon figure renowned for his courageous leadership and resolve, Bart Marcos laments that too many church members now shrink from any perceived conflict, opting for comfort, consensus, and “niceness” rather than righteous confrontation or advocacy.

Cardon Ellis, Hayden Holm, and Tanner dive into the complex topic of how church culture’s “nice guy” approach is inadvertently driving men—especially young men—away from feeling connected and invigorated in their faith communities. The conversation is sparked by a church-adjacent comedy clip, which the hosts quickly describe as “cringe,” “safe,” and lacking any risk or genuine unpredictability—the ingredients that make humor truly meaningful and magnetic.

Christian and Travis, from the "Holy Rebellion" Instagram page confront Cardon Ellis, host of Ward Radio, on "internet peacemaking" and how it relates to 2026 apologetics. This was a great conversation.... we hope you enjoy it!

Cardon Ellis sits down with Judge Vaughn R. Walker, widely known within certain circles as one of the architects behind the grassroots strategy for California’s Proposition 8. The episode isn’t just a recounting of tactical moves—it’s a deeply human journey through the behind-the-scenes choices, personal sacrifices, and enormous social repercussions tied to one of the most significant and controversial political campaigns of recent American history.Right from the start, the conversation addresses the loaded term “mastermind.” Judge Vaughn R. Walker humbly rejects it, clarifying that while he played a critical role in developing and executing the grassroots strategy, he was far from alone and quick to emphasize the collective effort involved.

Comedians Gwyneth White (Gwowls) and Sage Adams (Return With Sage) stop by the Ward Radio Studio to talk about their recent uploads using satire to share and defend the gospel... and guess what?... It actually WORKS.

This episode is a nostalgic, lighthearted, and engaging dive into the world of vintage Mormon culture through the lens of an unexpected eBay find—15 issues from the 1979-1980 “California Intermountain News,” a little-known Mormon newspaper from California. Cardon Ellis, joined by Hayden Holm, unboxes the newspapers and reacts in real time, giving listeners a candid look at the quirky, homespun aspects of Latter-day Saint history and community life in California.

Journalist Sam Westrop recently wrote a piece for the Middle East Forum, claiming "LDS Charities' were funneling money to organizations that fund Hamas. This is a bold accusation and he joins Cardon Ellis of Ward Radio and Bradley Spencer, the Director of Globus Relief, to respond.The original Article by Sam Westrop: https://www.meforum.org/fwi/mormon-fundingStatement from Globus Relief:Official Statement from Globus ReliefGlobus Relief is issuing this statement to correct material factual errors and mischaracterizations contained in the January 21, 2026 Middle East Forum article titled “Mormon Charities Among Top Contributors to Terror-Aligned Islamist Charities.”Globus Relief does not donate cash. All support provided by Globus Relief consists exclusively of in-kind donations of medical supplies and equipment to qualified nonprofit medical providers for direct patient care. Any implication that Globus Relief transfers or “hands over” cash funding is incorrect.Globus Relief is not affiliated with the LDS Church. We are an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and are not owned, operated by, governed by, or formally affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. No senior church leaders have ever led or governed Globus Relief.Globus Relief partners with U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) organizations that provide medical care to refugees, disaster victims, underserved populations, and poverty-stricken communities in more than 150 countries and throughout the United States. All partners are screened consistent with U.S. law, and donated medical supplies are designated solely for humanitarian healthcare purposes.The article also misinterprets IRS Form 990 data by conflating non-cash medical supply valuations with cash grants, materially distorting the nature of our work.Globus Relief is a humanitarian, apolitical organization. We do not support violence, extremism, or terrorism in any form. We work to mitigate the tragic consequences of such activities. We respectfully request that the Middle East Forum correct the factual inaccuracies noted above.About Globus ReliefGlobus Relief is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to improving global health by distributing donated medical supplies to qualified nonprofit healthcare providers in the United States and around the world.

Cardon Ellis, Austin Falter, Emma ., and David Boyce engaging in a lively and insightful conversation about the animated film "David," its Latter-day Saint symbolism, and the unique way it resonates with their faith experiences and perspectives.The episode kicks off with a humorous and informal vibe, as Cardon Ellis welcomes everyone, checks on permissions, and sets up both the technology and the group for the discussion. The main focus quickly turns to their reactions after watching "David." Austin Falter shares his excitement about having a positive and well-executed, faith-based animated film for his kids, highlighting how rare it is for children’s media to portray religious rituals and Old Testament stories positively and meaningfully.

This episode of WARD RADIO, hosted by Cardon Ellis, features an engaging roundtable discussion with guests Baylor, Christian, and Michael about the lived experience and preparation for the Latter-day Saint (Mormon) temple endowment. The conversation blends personal stories, humor, historical context, and tangible resources to create what they’ve dubbed “the best temple prep class you never had.”

Cardon Ellis is joined by Austin Falter and Jonah Barnes for a lively and insightful conversation focused on the "Johannine Comma"—a controversial passage in the New Testament (1 John 5:7) often cited as the strongest biblical support for the doctrine of the Trinity.The discussion kicks off with some light-hearted banter about social media, before Jonah Barnes dives into a recent online debate where he used knowledge about biblical manuscripts to challenge a critic of Mormonism. He explains that many critics use 1 John 5:7 to argue that non-Trinitarian Christians like Latter-day Saints are "heretics," but few realize the complicated history behind this verse.