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Cardon Ellis
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We delight in truth. We Denounce Deception. We Have Fun! We talk anything and everything tangential to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints! DISCLAIMER: The Opinions expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the radio hosts themselves and do not represent official positions of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. We are not apologists, we are just radio hosts who call it how we see it :) #Mormon #LDS #christian #cardonellis #midnightmormons #exmormon #jesus #God #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdayssaints

  1. 21H AGO

    Hook teaches Every Mormon Father All He Needs To Know

    In this episode, Cardon Ellis hosts Hayden Holm in a lively and insightful discussion about the 1991 movie “Hook,” starring Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman. The central theme of the conversation is how “Hook” contains powerful, “hidden lessons” for fathers—especially within the context of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but also relevant to any father or leader of young men. Hayden Holm lays out a creative framework for fatherhood, inspired by three main duties Peter Pan must relearn in the film: how to fly, fight, and crow.

    26 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Addressing the Crisis of Missing Moroni in the Church

    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.

    1h 9m

  3. FEB 10

    We Are Nice Guying Men Out of the Church

    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.

    39 min

  4. FEB 6

    The Holy Rebellion Confronts Cardon Ellis on "Peacemaking" Online!

    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!

    59 min

  5. FEB 5

    The Mastermind Behind Proposition 8 Reveals All

    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.

    1h 2m

  6. FEB 1

    Using Satire to Share the Gospel Actually Really Works, lol.

    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.

    1h 46m

  7. FEB 1

    Reacting to Dallin H Oaks and Company in Vintage California Newspapers!

    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.

    31 min

  8. JAN 31

    This Journalist Claims 'Mormon Charities' Are Funding Hamas... And They Respond!

    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.

    1h 8m
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We delight in truth. We Denounce Deception. We Have Fun! We talk anything and everything tangential to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints! DISCLAIMER: The Opinions expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the radio hosts themselves and do not represent official positions of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. We are not apologists, we are just radio hosts who call it how we see it :) #Mormon #LDS #christian #cardonellis #midnightmormons #exmormon #jesus #God #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdayssaints

Information

  • Creator
    Cardon Ellis
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    650
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Cardon Ellis
  • Show Website
    WARD RADIO

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