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Dives and crew are to enlighten the world with all the best weekly updates on what's going on in Mormondom! We embrace controversy because we know our listeners crave hearing all the latest LDS news. We bring you all the facts mingled with insightful opinions of the hosts. A humorous and entertaining podcast looking at LDS related current events. We find the news articles that you just can't find anywhere else. Failing to listen to this podcast is a major victory for Satan! So please join us in the great and spacious beehive where no loud laughter is allowed! kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org

  1. 7h ago

    Mormon Leaders Caught Lying? A Supercut of LDS Leaders’ Deceptions

    When I was growing up as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I was taught that LDS leaders spoke the absolute truth.Members are taught that prophets and apostles are special witnesses of Jesus Christ, that they receive divine guidance, and that their teachings represent heavenly truths.But what happens when we compare their statements over time?In this video, we examine a compilation of clips highlighting moments where senior LDS leaders appear to contradict previous statements, provide misleading information, or make claims that raise serious questions about transparency and accountability.Are these examples of dishonesty, changing circumstances, human mistakes, or something else? Watch the clips and decide for yourself.Original video from BJ’s TikTok channel:[https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP9rA7Ctu8V54-vK0yr/](https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP9rA7Ctu8V54-vK0yr/)Join the discussion:💬 What do you think about these statements?💬 Do you believe LDS leaders can make mistakes while still being prophets?💬 How should religious leaders be held accountable?Subscribe for more discussions about Mormon history, doctrine, leadership, and controversial topics.#Mormon #LDS #ExMormon #Mormonism #LDSChurch #Religion #Faith #MormonHistoryPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  2. 1d ago

    From Mormon Faith to Born Again Christianity: Mitz Nelson’s Story of Questioning and Transformation

    Mitz Nelson’s journey out of Mormonism and into born-again Christianity is a powerful story of faith, questioning, and personal transformation.For years, Mitz was a faithful member of **The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints**, sincerely believing in its teachings and dedicating herself to the faith she had known. But as she began studying more about Mormon history, doctrine, and difficult questions surrounding the Church’s past, she found herself confronting information that challenged her understanding of what she had always believed.In this highlight video, Mitz shares her experience of moving from a committed Latter-day Saint, through a period of deep questioning and uncertainty, and ultimately toward a new relationship with God through born-again Christianity.Her story explores what happens when someone’s lifelong faith is challenged, how they navigate a personal faith crisis, and what it means to rebuild their life and spiritual identity after leaving a high-demand religion.Watch the original interview here:[https://youtu.be/j2I9LpDF708?is=h9pAFYHqZIrro0d](https://youtu.be/j2I9LpDF708?is=h9pAFYHqZIrro0d)_#Mormonism #ExMormon #LDS #FaithJourney #BornAgainChristian #Christianity #MormonStoriesPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  3. 2d ago

    "You Can Leave the Church, But You Can't Leave It Alone" — Here's Why I Still Make These Videos

    Why do so many former Latter-day Saints continue talking about Mormonism after they've left?One of the most common criticisms directed at this channel is the familiar phrase: **"You can leave the Church, but you can't leave it alone."** In this video, I explain why I believe that criticism misses the point entirely.We begin by looking at the earliest origins of Mormonism—not with the familiar Sacred Grove story, but with Joseph Smith's involvement in treasure-seeking and the use of seer stones. From there, I examine how the Church's central promises have evolved and why I see important parallels between early treasure-digging claims and modern promises of eternal rewards.I also explain why I believe extraordinary religious claims deserve careful examination, why faith alone is not sufficient evidence for me, and why I continue making videos after producing more than **3,000** of them.This is not an attack on individual Latter-day Saints. Many of the kindest and most sincere people I know are faithful members of the Church. Rather, this is a discussion about ideas, evidence, belief, and why I think those conversations matter.Whether you are an active member, a former member, or simply curious about the history and truth claims of Mormonism, I hope you'll watch with an open mind and decide for yourself.**What do you think?** Let me know in the comments. Please keep the discussion respectful.#Mormon #LDS #ExMormon #JosephSmith #ChurchHistory #BookOfMormon #Religion #Faith #Truth #MormonNewsRoundupPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  4. 5d ago

    Remembering Sir David the Bard: The OG Mormon Temple Whistleblower | Ex-Mormon Pioneer

    There are some people in the ex-Mormon community who leave the Church… and there are others who help open the door for everyone who comes after them.**Sir David the Bard was one of those people.**David passed away on **August 10, 2026**, leaving behind a remarkable legacy as one of the early ex-Mormon voices willing to publicly discuss subjects that were once considered strictly off-limits—including LDS temple rituals and experiences from inside the temple.Long before ex-Mormon YouTube became what it is today, David was openly talking about his experiences and challenging the secrecy surrounding Mormon temple practices. As a former temple worker, he was willing to shine a light on things that many members had never heard discussed publicly.In this episode of **Mormon News Roundup**, we remember David through the stories of his friend **Allison**, who shares personal memories and powerful stories about the man behind the videos—his personality, his experiences, and the courage it took to speak publicly.We also revisit one of David's videos documenting allegations and stories of abuse involving women inside LDS temples.Whatever you think of David's style, there's no denying that he helped push conversations into the open. For those who came later, the path was a little easier because people like David had already walked it.**Today, we remember the pioneer.**Rest in peace, Sir David the Bard.#ExMormon #Mormonism #LDS #MormonNewsRoundup #SirDavidTheBard #Temple #ExMormonYouTube #MormonTemple #LDSChurchPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  5. 6d ago

    This 2015 PBS Mini-Documentary Preserved a Pivotal Mormon History Moment

    In late 2014, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints quietly published the Gospel Topics Essays—official essays that acknowledged some of the most controversial aspects of the Church's history, including Joseph Smith's plural marriages, the Book of Abraham, race and the priesthood, First Vision accounts, and more.For many lifelong members, the essays confirmed information they had previously been taught was anti-Mormon propaganda. For others, they represented an important step toward greater historical transparency.Only months later, PBS's *Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly* aired a fascinating report exploring why increasing numbers of Latter-day Saints were leaving the Church. What makes this broadcast especially remarkable is that it appears to contain the only televised interview in which a sitting Mormon General Authority directly discusses the newly released Gospel Topics Essays.In this episode, we revisit that historic PBS report, examine Elder Marcus Nash's explanation for why Church leaders published the essays, and explore how this moment fit into the broader conversation surrounding faith crises, institutional transparency, and the changing relationship between members and Church history.Whether you're an active Latter-day Saint, a former member, a student of religion, or simply interested in modern religious history, this is an important piece of Mormon history that deserves another look.If you enjoy thoughtful analysis of Mormon news, Church history, and LDS culture, consider subscribing for more episodes every week.#LDS #Mormon #GospelTopicsEssays #ChurchHistory #ExMormon #JosephSmith #Religion #PBS #MarcusNash #MormonNewsRoundupPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  6. Aug 27

    Russell Nelson's Real Legacy Isn't What You Think

    For nearly four decades, Russell M. Nelson sat near the top of the LDS Church hierarchy. As apostle, senior leader, and eventually church president, he oversaw some of the most consequential—and controversial—developments in modern Mormon history.In this episode, we examine Nelson's rise to power, his long-running campaign against the term "Mormon," the 2015 exclusion policy affecting children of gay parents, the SEC investment scandal, the church's relationship with race and LGBTQ issues, and his unprecedented temple-building campaign.Supporters view Nelson as a visionary prophet who modernized the church and expanded its global reach. Critics see a leader obsessed with branding, institutional control, and real estate expansion while avoiding accountability for the church's most damaging policies.From faith-promoting miracle stories to billion-dollar investment funds, from public relations campaigns to battles over temple construction, this video explores the legacy of one of the most influential and polarizing figures in modern Mormonism.What do you think Russell Nelson's lasting legacy will be?#MormonNewsRoundup #LDSChurch #Mormonism #RussellNelson #ExMormon #LatterDaySaints #GeneralConference #ChurchHistory #MormonStories #ReligionPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  7. Aug 25

    The Creepiest Lucifer Ever? Michael Ballam's Full Temple Film Performance | SUPERCUT!

    Michael Ballam is an acclaimed American opera singer, educator, and performer, celebrated for his powerful bass-baritone voice and distinguished career on the opera stage. While many know him for his musical achievements, Latter-day Saints know him for something entirely different.For years, Ballam portrayed **Lucifer** in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' filmed temple endowment presentation. His unforgettable performance became familiar to countless temple attendees before the Church retired the live-action films and replaced them with a newer presentation format.This video is a **supercut of every scene featuring Michael Ballam as Lucifer** from that now-retired temple film, with a few creative edits added for entertainment. Whether you remember these scenes firsthand or are seeing them for the first time, this compilation showcases one of the most memorable performances from the era of the filmed endowment.If you enjoy Mormon history, culture, and media analysis, consider subscribing for more content.**Have you seen this version of the temple film?** Let me know in the comments what you thought of Ballam's portrayal of Lucifer.👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔔 Subscribe for more Mormon News Roundup content#Mormon #LDS #Temple #MichaelBallam #Lucifer #ExMormon #MormonHistory #MormonNewsRoundup #OperaPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  8. Aug 23

    The Biggest Mormon General Conference Controversies You’ve Probably Never Seen

    In today’s video, we’re taking a look at a fascinating series highlighting some of the most unbelievable General Conference controversies of all time.These moments come from General Conferences of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and have sparked intense discussion among current members, former members, and critics of the Church.The clips featured in this video come from BJ’s channel:https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP9rA7gFM9Ptu-7eZKf/This supercut covers a variety of controversial moments, including statements about race and past teachings delivered from the pulpit, the Church’s connection to the Mark Hofmann forgery scandal, sexual purity messaging, and accusations that some General Authorities borrowed material without proper attribution.Whether you already know these stories or you’re hearing them for the first time, these clips raise important questions about history, leadership, messaging, and how religious institutions respond when difficult moments from the past come to light.Watch along as we break down these moments, examine the context, and discuss the questions they raise.Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.#Mormon #LDS #GeneralConference #ExMormon #MormonHistoryPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Dives and crew are to enlighten the world with all the best weekly updates on what's going on in Mormondom! We embrace controversy because we know our listeners crave hearing all the latest LDS news. We bring you all the facts mingled with insightful opinions of the hosts. A humorous and entertaining podcast looking at LDS related current events. We find the news articles that you just can't find anywhere else. Failing to listen to this podcast is a major victory for Satan! So please join us in the great and spacious beehive where no loud laughter is allowed! kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org

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