No Prison? No Registry? LDS CSA Case Sparks Outrage 06.30.2026

No Prison? No Registry? LDS CSA Case Sparks Outrage 06.30.2026

Another week, another breakdown of stories from the world of Mormonism. This week we begin with a story of an LDS bishopric counselor accepting a plea deal that could allow him to avoid prison and registration. We'll break down the allegations, the plea agreement, and why so many are questioning the outcome. We'll also cover a Young Women's activity that many are calling an example of normalizing grooming behavior, another Utah dentist accused of using trust and religious influence to prey on a teenage intern, the ongoing visa debacle involving the Mongolia Mission President, and a fascinating new portrait of Joseph Smith based on the controversial daguerreotype believed by some to be the only photograph of the Mormon founder. We'll also discuss rumors of confirmation ordinances being performed before baptism in the temple, a new BYU study on retention and the growing gender gap in the Church, another temple name change, President Dallin H. Oaks' latest missionary guidance and reaffirmation of exclusive LDS truth claims, the Church's expanding LDS praise music concerts, and the opening of the new Nauvoo Visitors' Center. Join Rebecca Bibliotheca, and Bill Reel as we examine another week of Mormon news, history, and the stories shaping the Church today. DONATE TO SUPPORT THE MORMON NEWSCAST: https://donorbox.org/mormonish-podcasthttps://donorbox.org/the-mormon-newscast

Ep87: The Mormon Newscast: Mormonish Edition 08,25.2025

Tonight on the Mormon Newscast our top story covers LDS apologist Jasmine Rappleye’s alleged public apology regarding her controversial remarks on Mormon sexual abuse and clergy privilege. What does this apology really mean, and how is the broader community responding? We’ll also dive into several other big stories making headlines in Mormonism this week: Polygamy Deniers Under Fire – LDS church pushes back on those who dismiss or minimize Mormonism’s long polygamous history. The Park Plaza Parking Lot Debacle – A community flashpoint that reveals deeper tensions about church property and public use. We also revisit Mormon Church Land Purchases and Utah's Water Levels along with more sexual assault cases Within Mormonism with multiple stories emerging that spotlight ongoing systemic issues around accountability and safety. Join the Mormon Newscast as we break down these stories with analysis, commentary, and your live reactions. 👉 Don’t miss it—tune in at 6 PM Mountain Time for the full conversation. #MormonNews #Mormonism #ldschurch Thank you so much for watching The Mormon Newscast and Mormonish Podcast! ***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast: If you would like to help financially support our podcast, you can DONATE to support Mormonish Podcast here: Mormonish Podcast is a 501(c) (3) https://donorbox.org/mormonish-podcast ****WE HAVE MERCH! **** If you’d like to purchase Mormonish Merch, you can visit our Merch store here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/mormonishmerch We appreciate our Mormonish viewers and listeners so much! Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to Mormonish Podcast! Contact Mormonish Podcast: mormonishpodcast@gmail.com #baptism #lds #mormon #exmormon #exmo #postmormon #religion #news #ldschurch #comeuntochrist #churchofjesuschrist #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #byu #byui #josephsmith #comefollowme #polygamy #bookofmormon #becauseofhim #hearhim #ldstemple #michellestone #132problems #mormonish FAIR USE DISCLAIMER All Media in this video (including the thumbnail) is used for the purpose of review and critique. The images in the thumbnail are used as the primary means of visually identifying the subject matter of the video. #MikeLee #LDSChurch #MormonNews #HeavenlyMother #ChurchAndState #MormonNewscast #DallinOaks #IRS #ReligiousPolitics #ExMormon

Ep86: The Mormon Newscast: Mormonish Edition 08,18.2025

This week’s Mormon Newscast is packed with stories you won’t want to miss. Our top story: an LDS mission leader in Mexico is recovering after being shot during a home invasion, and the details of what happened inside that house. We’ll also cover a “magic mushroom church” making headlines, pushing the limits of religious freedom and raising questions. Speaking of changes, the Church is once again tweaking its terminology—but what’s behind these word swaps, and do they reveal deeper shifts in doctrine and culture? On social media, an LDS influencer is stirring buzz about shortened missions, could the Church really be cutting time off missionary service, or is this just online speculation? Meanwhile, the Salt Lake Tribune is calling out LDS tax evasion claims, pulling a story we’ve been tracking into the mainstream spotlight for some time. And in stories that matter for the future of Mormonism: we’ll look at LGBTQ ex-Mormons speaking out more openly than ever, and the growing criticism of BYU’s big-money NIL deals that seem to clash with the values the school claims to uphold. 👉 Tune in live for the full breakdown, the context you won’t hear anywhere else, and the analysis that connects the dots. The Mormon Newscast 8.18.25 Thank you so much for watching The Mormon Newscast and Mormonish Podcast! ***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast: If you would like to help financially support our podcast, you can DONATE to support Mormonish Podcast here: Mormonish Podcast is a 501(c) (3) https://donorbox.org/mormonish-podcast ****WE HAVE MERCH! **** If you’d like to purchase Mormonish Merch, you can visit our Merch store here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/mormonishmerch We appreciate our Mormonish viewers and listeners so much! Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to Mormonish Podcast! Contact Mormonish Podcast: mormonishpodcast@gmail.com #baptism #lds #mormon #exmormon #exmo #postmormon #religion #news #ldschurch #comeuntochrist #churchofjesuschrist #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #byu #byui #josephsmith #comefollowme #polygamy #bookofmormon #becauseofhim #hearhim #ldstemple #michellestone #132problems #mormonish FAIR USE DISCLAIMER All Media in this video (including the thumbnail) is used for the purpose of review and critique. The images in the thumbnail are used as the primary means of visually identifying the subject matter of the video. #MikeLee #LDSChurch #MormonNews #HeavenlyMother #ChurchAndState #MormonNewscast #DallinOaks #IRS #ReligiousPolitics #ExMormon

Ep85: The Mormon Newscast: Mormonish Edition 08.11.2025

Our lead story dives into a controversial change to Utah law altering CSA Law. A move critics say may have been crafted to protect the family of a powerful GOP senator. We’ll break down the bill, the political fallout, and the serious questions it raises. Also tonight: 🔹 Dallin H. Oaks gives a bizarre and telling dedication speech you have to hear to believe 🔹 Psychedelics and Religion — exploring the strange overlap between spiritual experience and altered states 🔹 The LDS Church’s half-billion-dollar Australian farmland buying spree and what it reveals about trade loopholes 🔹 Tattoos in Mormonism — from “graffiti on God’s temple” to a sign of faith? 🔹 A new study linking LDS temple building and poverty rates — the numbers might surprise you 🔹 A quick update on Aaron Sherinian We’ll connect the dots, expose the spin, and give you the stories the Church PR department would rather you didn’t hear. 📅 Live at 6pm Mountain — join the conversation! #MormonNews #LDS #UtahPolitics #Mormonism #BreakingNews Thank you so much for watching The Mormon Newscast and Mormonish Podcast! ***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast: If you would like to help financially support our podcast, you can DONATE to support Mormonish Podcast here: Mormonish Podcast is a 501(c) (3) https://donorbox.org/mormonish-podcast ****WE HAVE MERCH! **** If you’d like to purchase Mormonish Merch, you can visit our Merch store here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/mormonishmerch We appreciate our Mormonish viewers and listeners so much! Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to Mormonish Podcast! Contact Mormonish Podcast: mormonishpodcast@gmail.com #baptism #lds #mormon #exmormon #exmo #postmormon #religion #news #ldschurch #comeuntochrist #churchofjesuschrist #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #byu #byui #josephsmith #comefollowme #polygamy #bookofmormon #becauseofhim #hearhim #ldstemple #michellestone #132problems #mormonish

Ep84: The Mormon Newscast LIVE: Mormonish Edition 08.04.2025

Podcasters Rebecca Bibliotheca, Bill Reel, and Radio Free Mormon bring you an exciting and informative weekly news podcast covering timely and important topics in the Mormon space.