Rameumptom Ruminations

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A Thoughtful Deconstruction of Mormonism

05/20/2025

Doubt is Not the Enemy to Faith: Rameumptom Ruminations: 112

In this episode of Rameumptom Ruminations, we explore doubt not as the enemy of faith, but as a sacred doorway to deeper, more honest spirituality. Drawing from literature, Movies, and lived experience, we examine how high-demand religions like Mormonism often idealize certainty, and how this can obscure the value of questions and struggle. Through the lens of epistemic humility and the metaphor of the unreliable narrator, we reframe doubt as a truth-telling discipline rather than a defect. Listeners are invited to see doubt not as the end of belief, but as the beginning of chosen, compassionate, and resilient faith. Please consider becoming a monthly recurring donor to the podcast.

28 min
05/06/2025

A Post Mormon Moral Compass: Rameumptom Ruminations: 111

In today’s episode, Scott explores how individuals can reclaim and redefine their sense of morality after stepping away from religious authority. He examines the shift from inherited values to consciously chosen ethics, drawing on philosophical thinkers to ground the idea of moral autonomy. Through personal reflection and discussion of life beyond institutional commandments, the episode encourages listeners to embrace moral complexity and responsibility. Ultimately, it offers reassurance that morality not only survives outside of orthodoxy—it can flourish. Please consider becoming a monthly recurring donor to the podcast.

21 min
04/22/2025

Echoes of Belief: Rameumptom Ruminations: 110

In this episode of Rameumptom Ruminations, we explore the emotional complexity of hearing others express beliefs we once held, especially when used to explain away difficult aspects of LDS doctrine. Through the lens of Buddhist compassion and Stoic self-mastery, we reflect on how to approach these conversations with empathy rather than argument. By letting go of the need to change others and focusing on presence and connection, we find a more peaceful way to navigate faith transitions. Ultimately, this episode invites listeners to engage with others—and themselves—with grace, patience, and humility. Please consider becoming a monthly recurring donor to the podcast.

22 min
04/07/2025

Religious Trauma Triggers: Rameumptom Ruminations: 109

This episode delves into the emotional complexities of engaging with believing family and friends after leaving a shared faith. It highlights the pain of feeling unseen or invalidated when loved ones fail to recognize the emotional toll their beliefs can still exert. Through personal stories and reflections, the episode seeks to offer understanding and solidarity to those navigating these difficult relationships. Please consider becoming a monthly recurring donor to the podcast.

23 min
03/24/2025

Rameumptom Ruminations: Episode 108: The Best Revenge

Leaving a high-demand religion can be a painful and transformative experience, but how do we ensure we don’t repeat the same patterns of judgment and exclusion we once faced? In this episode, we explore the cycle of harm, the dangers of tribalism, and how we can engage critically without dehumanizing others. Drawing from philosophy, psychology, and personal reflection, we examine how anger can be valid but also limiting if it leads us to mirror the very systems we left behind. True freedom lies not in fighting fire with fire, but in breaking the cycle with compassion, integrity, and a commitment to personal growth. Please consider becoming a monthly recurring donor to the podcast.

18 min
10/09/2023

Rameumptom Ruminations: 107: A Where Will You Go Interview

A month ago, Marti from the Where Will You Go podcast interviewed Scott with a series of rapid-fire questions. Marti is an excellent podcast host and if any of the listeners to Rameumptom Ruminations are not already listening to her podcast, please give her your support. Please consider becoming a monthly recurring donor to the podcast.
09/25/2023

Rameumptom Ruminations: 106: Antagonism or Criticism

In today’s episode, Scott responds to a believing member of the church that commented on a few of the episodes over the summer months. Said commenter referred to the podcast as being antagonistic of the LDS church. Please consider becoming a monthly recurring donor to the podcast.

21 min
09/11/2023

Rameumptom Ruminations: 105: A Mormonish Interview

Today’s episode is a rebroadcast of an interview on the Mormonish Podcast with Rebecca and Landon from August of 2023. The wonderful team over there invited Scott onto their show to ask him some questions about Rameumptom Ruminations. Make sure to follow Mormonish wherever you’re streaming this episode.

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Very well done

09/27/2023

Andrew Walton

Great podcast. You are being more than fair to the LDS faith. It seems to me that when one starts with the conclusion “Mormonism”, any critical analysis of facts/doctrine of Mormonism can be deemed “antagonistic” or “aggressive”. Put on your big boy pants Mormons and stop with your logical fallacies
Devouring episodes

04/13/2023

penguin ✌🏻

This podcast is just phenomenal. I've listened to several deconstruction/challenging Mormonism podcasts and this one steals the show. One of my favorite things about RR is that Scott incorporates broader philosophy, and from a wide variety of sources (Classical Greek, Buddhism, etc) Lots of podcasts focus more on the empathy and/or ethical problems of the church (also good stuff) but I love getting into the theological and existential roots of these issues. Scott also has great writing, great research, and a voice that's easy to listen to. I can't recommend this podcast enough.
Thoughtful and fair

04/05/2023

RBIves

I was looking for a good unbiased podcast on the topic of LDS theology for ages. This is right on the other side of the line from fair Mormon and hits just right IMO. Sometime I feel like he is reading my mind. Scott is honest, thoughtful, calm in tone, I think very fair, and not afraid to point out the flaws in his own line of thinking when they arise. Plus some amazing interviews sprinkled in. Start at the beginning and work your way through. You won’t be disappointed.
Quality content

02/09/2023

Parker1786

I recently heard of this podcast and have already spent hours listening to the high quality episodes he puts out. I personally can relate so closely to his experience with the church and I enjoy the way issues and topics are discussed. Keep up the good work!