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Welcome to an evolved "The Examined Lives" podcast! What started as a deep dive into the drama of the The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives reality show has evolved into a bold exploration of modern love, non-monogamy, and its portrayal in mainstream media. Join hosts Lauren, an ENM relationship coach and swinger, and Ben, an ex-LDS polyamorist, as they bring their unique perspectives to mainstream media’s portrayal of ethical non-monogamy. From dissecting TV shows to sharing their own insights a ...
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Ex-Mormon, neurodivergent, divorcee, sharing my thoughts on Mormonism. Join me for stories, interviews, history, and difficult conversations while we sort through what it means to be an exmo. Find me on instagram @confessionsofanexmo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Finding Faith Above with Exmo Christian Shelby Hohsfield, Self-worth, Self-help, Know God, Ex-Mormon, Religious Trauma, Church Hurt, Trust God, Discernment

Shelby Hohsfield | Exmo Christian, Writer, Speaker, and unstoppable ENTHUSIAST of Living God’s Purpose after the Church.

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I help women safely reconnect with God. I know what it is like to have so many questions about the Christian faith. If you are like me, you may have some religious baggage that left you questioning your self-worth in a big way. You’re asking... How do I raise my kids with faith when I’m still trying to figure it out? Where can I find a community I can trust? Why does every church feel like culture shock? Will I ever know Jesus? Is Faith something meant for other people? It’s just so overwhel ...
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The From Grace To Grace Podcast

The From Grace To Grace LLC

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The From Grace To Grace Podcast is a thought-provoking LDS podcast where two friends, explore the rich tapestry of gospel topics. Through open-hearted discussions, we aim to navigate the diverse landscapes of faith, doctrine, and personal belief. Join us as we journey together, seeking to understand, respect, and find common ground within the Latter-day Saint community. Each episode promises to be a bridge between differing views, fostering a space of unity, enlightenment, and grace.
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Sometimes in Shambles

Melissa Kruger

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Melissa Kruger hosts Sometimes in Shambles, a mental health podcast based out of Salt Lake City, Utah. Melissa hopes that with Sometimes in Shambles, she can create a listening experience that lets you know you are not alone in what you are going through. Her goal is to only talk about things that she is passionate about and has experienced, to make the podcast the most real it can be. Melissa talks a lot about depression and anxiety along with other sprinkles of mental illness. She also tal ...
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Latter Day Survivors

Latter Day Survivors

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Survivors supporting other survivors learning how to heal from * Fundamentalist high demand religions * Trauma * Child Sexual Assault/Pedophilia/Incest * Narcissistic abuse * Generational abuse * LGBTQIA+ abuse & discrimination * Manipulation, gaslighting, shame, guilt
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Send us a text One host just got back from a 2500-couple sex convention. The other is sleepy by 11 PM. Let the games begin. Lauren and Ben tackle the profound TV show Dying for Sex. But not before they workshop the best story for a sprained finger. The whole thing descends into anarchy when Lauren realizes she missed the episode with all the kink, …
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Send us a text Fresh from the dusty desert plains of a Burning Man-esque festival, a sleepy Lauren and Ben kick things off with tales of naked bike rides, spanking vs. stomach-raspberries (you'll have to listen to find out who chose what), and a goddess statue with vape-juice teats. Then, they dive into the final season of "Compersion," a show with…
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Send us a text Lauren kicks things off by humbling Ben’s enthusiasm—turns out she’s not soooo good, just “regular good.” From there, they dive into a lively pre-show chat that includes music festival misadventures and an unfiltered look at Lauren’s “Sacred Sluts” project. Then it's time for a no-holds-barred breakdown of Compersion Season 1: mornin…
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Send us a text Lauren and Ben trip over pleasantries straight into naked hot tubs, Tropicana slander, and the dread of floppy poolside antics. On this episode they dissect a movie about a polyamorous relationship (in the 20's!) and Wonder Woman's kinky origins. Professor Marston and the Wonder Women gets a solid review, along with plenty of made-up…
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TW: Mentions of abortion We just wanna say thank you SO much to our listeners for your patience! It's been a hot minute since we've put out a new episode--we actually recorded this one WEEKS ago and then life threw a bunch of curveballs, so we're just finally getting it out. Enjoy this super cringey recap of the church's April 2025 General Conferen…
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Send us a text Lauren’s fresh off a very successful swingers’ trip (tan lines included!), while Ben’s still mourning a flat tire that ruined his ski plans. Ouch! They dissect Netflix’s Wanderlust, calling out TV’s obsession with simultaneous orgasms and the awkwardness of meeting your partner's other partners. The conversation takes a heartfelt tur…
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Send us a text Tune into "Examined Lives " where Lauren, the Swinging Lifestyle Coach, and her friend Ben dissect Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) in pop culture. This week, they discuss BBC's (now seen on Netflix) "Wanderlust", where a couple messily cheats their way into non-monogamy. They debate infidelity-as-a-gateway to non-monogamy, the perils of o…
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Samantha Sorensen is the author of "Nonconsentual Morality: A Silenced Woman's Voice From The Dark." In this episode she tells us her story of growing up within the LDS faith and facing abuse and sexual assault along with not getting the help she needed. She then discusses her breaking point and how she came to discover the perfect title for her bo…
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Send us a text Lauren and Ben are back with their review and commentary on the rest of the Peacock series, Couple to Throuple. They'll break down the pairings, the swaps, and everything in between. Expect some drama, some laughs, maybe even a few tears—and of course, they’ll share their favorite contestants. Plus, stick around till the end for a fr…
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TW: Mentions of homophobia, sexism, racism, abuse, and infidelity Join us as we discuss all things marriage, dating, and divorce in this three part series (3/3). SOURCES: churchofjesuschrist.org For the Strength of Youth- 2001 version Young Women’s Personal Progress 2009 Young Men’s Duty to God 2010 Orson Pratt, The Seer Vol. 1.2, February 1853…
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TW: Mentions of homophobia, sexism, racism, abuse, and infidelity Join us as we discuss all things marriage, dating, and divorce in this three part series (2/3). SOURCES: churchofjesuschrist.org For the Strength of Youth- 2001 version Young Women’s Personal Progress 2009 Young Men’s Duty to God 2010 Orson Pratt, The Seer Vol. 1.2, February 1853…
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TW: Mentions of homophobia, sexism, racism, abuse, and infidelity We're back and better than ever after enjoying a wonderful holiday season with our loved ones. We're so excited for you to join us as we discuss all things marriage, dating, and divorce in this three part series (1/3). SOURCES: churchofjesuschrist.org For the Strength of Youth- 2001 …
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Send us a text If you’ve ever wondered what happens when The Bachelor meets ethical non-monogamy (ENM), here it is. Lauren and Ben dive into Couple to Throuple, the Peacock reality show that’s equal parts fascinating, cringe, and surprisingly educational. Spoiler: It’s not just about threesomes—it’s about feelings, boundaries, and the emotional rid…
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Is this the end?! In this season 5 finale, we discuss the decision to intensionally end the production of this podcast, reflect on why we started it, our current positions on faith and disbelief after these last 5 years, how doing this has changed our lives and our relationship to each other, and where we intend to go from here. We also discuss the…
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TW: Mentions of homophobia and transphobia Gender roles in the church are FELT!! Come along with us as we discuss the gender binary, gender roles, and homophobia that is ever present in the Mormon church. SOURCES: The Family: A Proclamation to the World Latter Gay Stories churchofjesuschrist.orgBy Sammi Earnest & Karina Vance
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The siblings are joined by special return guest Brother Jordan to talk about the predatory organization (or cult) known as Twin Flames Universe, which claims that ‘You can have Harmonious Twin Flame Union if you choose to take the spiritual journey all the way to your natural destination of eternal love’ … also, make a lot of personal sacrifices an…
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Come along with us as we dive into the church's financial situation and unpack where that money is really going. Sources: https://thewidowsmite.org/2023update/ https://universe.byu.edu/2023/12/13/light-the-world-encourages-people-to-spread-light-and-service-this-christmas-season/#:~:text=Light%20the%20World%20began%20as,Christ%2C%20according%20to%2…
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Send us a text Lauren and Ben are back with a fresh take on their podcast! Say goodbye to Mormon wife drama and hello to a spicier exploration of non-monogamy in mainstream media. In this episode, they dive into Netflix's "Easy," following the adventures (and misadventures) of Andy and Kyle - a power couple testing the waters of open marriage. Our …
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Things got a little spooky on this week's episode as we discuss the origin of Halloween and how we experienced it as Mormons. SOURCES Library of Congress: https://www.history.com/news/halloween-samhain-celts-catholic-church https://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2021/10/the-origins-of-halloween-traditions/#:~:text=Yet%2C%20the%20Halloween%20holid…
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Send us a text In this episode, Ben shares his experience at a body-positive, topless whiskey-tasting party, and Lauren recounts a comedy competition where swinging humor sparked mixed reactions—and some unexpected misunderstandings. With Halloween, aka “Swingers’ Christmas,” approaching, Lauren and Ben discuss their costume collections and themed …
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Send us a text Listen in as Lauren and Ben talk about episode 7 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, which all takes place in Sin City. The women are getting along better than ever (sans Whitney) but now the husband and boyfriend cause most of the drama. Sexy male strippers & gambling are the backdrop, and we’ll discuss oily bodies, toxic monogamy …
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TW: As many of you know, General Conference is pretty jam-packed with content that can be quite triggering in various ways. Please take care to only listen if you're in a good headspace and allow yourself time to process if needed. We're here for you. 2/2 - We did some digging through the talks given at the church's Semi-Annual General Conference t…
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The siblings discuss the documentary series ‘Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God’, the cast of characters, their motivations, the grotesque circumstances of their leader’s demise, and the consequences of her absence. And of course they make comparisons to other religions, cults, and the rise of their female leaders in particular. They also discuss…
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Send us a text In this spicy episode Lauren and Ben discuss labiaplasty, why no one does paintings of balls and whether rubbing oil on a Chippendale's chest will keep you out of (Mormon) heaven. Speaking of heaven, Ben describes the Mormon afterlife and spoiler alert: the most obedient people still might get to have sex. For Better or Even Better: …
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TW: As many of you know, General Conference is pretty jam-packed with content that can be quite triggering in various ways. Please take care to only listen if you're in a good headspace and allow yourself time to process if needed. We're here for you. 1/2 - We did some digging through the talks given at the church's Semi-Annual General Conference l…
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Send us a text In this episode, Lauren and Ben discuss friendship, ENM, stress, conflict and soda shops. While this episode focuses on the fracturing of the #MomTok gang, we discuss vulnerability and a different way to look at their conflict . We'll also discuss some Words of Wisdom in ENM / The Lifestyle as well as more on the LDS church. As alway…
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Send us a text In this episode, Lauren and Ben discuss Episode 4 of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives', sharing their personal updates before diving into THE key event, the “sh*t show” of the birthday celebration weekend. Ben educates us on the history and current use of Mormon garments, inspired by their favorite quote “Can we Door Dash garments?”…
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**You'll notice a jump from Ep. 7 to Ep. 11. - that is intentional with respect to the guest who recorded with us for Ep. 8, 9, & 10.** TW: Discussion of transphobia & homophobia. The church recently made a policy change around transgender people and their involvement in the church. We're here to fill you in and rage about it.…
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Send us a text In this episode, Lauren and Ben discuss Episode 3 of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives', sharing their personal updates before diving into key events such as a potluck confrontation, a controversial graduation party, and the impact of breaking community norms. They provide insights into Mormon culture, including health codes and gend…
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Send us a text What truly happens after we take our last breath? Journey with us, Tyler Gordon and Sam Binns, as we unravel the mysteries of the spirit world and the comforting doctrines surrounding life after death. We'll explore the profound teachings of Brigham Young, which depict the afterlife as a continuation of our earthly journey, where all…
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Send us a text Lauren and Ben discuss the complexities of episode two from the series 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.' This episode, recorded 11 months post-Taylor's arrest, features Taylor's baby shower as a focal point. The hosts examine themes including the empowerment of women as breadwinners, the impact of swinging on their brands, and the …
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Send us a text In the inaugural episode of The Examined Lives of the Secret Wives, hosts Lauren and Ben dive into their review of the reality show The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives through the lens of ethical non-monogamy. Lauren, a swinger, and Ben, who is polyamorous, set the stage by introducing themselves and sharing their frustrations with how …
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Send us a text Join Lauren Hayes, your Swinging Lifestyle Coach and expert in ethical non-monogamy, alongside her co-host Ben, an ex-LDS polyamorous friend, as they dive into the reality TV show The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Together, they peel back the curtain on how the show portrays relationships, particularly in the LDS and swinger communit…
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