Best Matty Pace Podcasts (2026)

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John Hilton III - The Key To Mastering The Old Testament In 2026 | 123 46:46

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John Hilton III is a Professor of Ancient Scripture at Brigham Young University. I wanted to speak to John about the new Come, Follow Me curriculum in 2026 focused on the Old Testament and how we can get the most out of it as both students and teachers. Some highlights from this episode include John's response to a Church handbook update clarifying…

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End Of 2025 Q&A: Favourite Scriptures, Dream Guests & Biggest Blessings | 122 43:03

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Sit back and enjoy your Christmas chocolates as I answer some of the thoughtful questions that you sent in. I am so grateful for your support this year and am excited to see what 2026 brings! Follow For All The Saints on social media for updates and inspiring content: www.instagram.com/forallthesaintspod https:…

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Reacting To Our BBC Article On Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives - Ashlyn Pace-Ferguson | 121 52:14

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Ashlyn Pace-Ferguson and I were recently interviewed by the BBC about the how UK members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints felt about The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. So naturally, we had to hop on to the podcast and share our initial reactions and how we felt it went... You can find the article here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/ar…

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What You Can Learn From Seeing Jesus As You've Never Seen Him Before - Rose Datoc Dall | 120 46:33

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Rose Datoc Dall is an artist and curator of 'Expressions of Jesus: Cultural Representations of the Savior of the World.' This one-of-a-kind curated collection of artwork showcases images of Jesus Christ from more than 100 diverse artists throughout history and from around the world. I wanted to speak to Rose about what she learned while curating th…

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Behind The Scenes: Bringing Light The World Machines To The UK - Daryl Watson | 119 43:04

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Daryl Watson is directing the Light the World gifting machine work in the United Kingdom for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I wanted to speak to Daryl to understand the work that goes into organising this huge effort and the impact that it has. Some highlights from this episode include Daryl’s personal reflection on the Light the …

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How This Man's Life Has Changed Forever Since Joining The Church 2 Years Ago - Matty Jewitt | 118 45:30

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Matty Jewitt is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the United Kingdom. 2 years ago, not long after joining the Church, Matty joined me on the podcast to discuss his journey to Christ amidst grief, depression, and addiction. Now, 2 years on, it's so inspiring to see how the restored Gospel has truly changed Matty's life. …

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Seeing Jesus Christ As The Heart Of Our Temple Covenants & Worship - Valiant K. Jones | 117 1:02:54

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Valiant Jones is the author of 'The Heart of Our Covenants: Temple Principles that Draw Us unto Christ.' I wanted to speak to Valiant to hear insights that deepen my understanding of our covenantal relationship with God and how the Temple can bless us. Some highlights from this episode include Valiant's reflections on priesthood keys, the importanc…

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How Focusing on Jesus Christ's Power Can Help You Achieve Your Goals - Ash Poulton | 116 46:34

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Ashley Poulton is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the author of 'The Way To Becoming The Best Version Of Yourself: By Drawing Upon The Power of Jesus Christ.' I wanted to speak to Ash about the rise of self-improvement and self-development, partly due to the rise of podcasting, and how Jesus Christ can help in all of…

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Brad Wilcox: Grace, Divine Birthrights & Reflecting On Young Men's Calling | 115 53:20

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Bradley R. Wilcox is a professor of ancient scripture at Brigham Young University and was a counselor in the Young Men general presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from April 2020 to August 2025. I wanted to speak to Brad whilst I was in Utah to learn more about the doctrine of birthrights as well as hear his reflections on…

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Jenny Oaks Baker: Pursuing Mastery In Christ, A Prophet As A Father & Worship Through Music | 114 51:29

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Jenny Oaks Baker is a Grammy-nominated violinist and is a former member of the National Symphony Orchestra. Jenny has released twenty studio albums, several of which have ranked high on the Billboard charts. Jenny's Father, Dallin Harris Oaks, recently became the 19th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I wanted to speak t…

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Ranking The Top 5 BYU Speeches Of All-Time - Stephen Jones | 113 1:29:31

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Stephen Jones is the host of the Scripture Central original podcast Let's Get Real. Stephen joined me for a fun episode to compare our lists of the top 5 BYU speeches of all-time. I've always loved watching BYU Speeches, we are lucky to have them and I'm grateful that BYU make them available for all of us. So...will it be a classic Elder Holland sp…

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John Bytheway: Mentors, General Conference & How To Help The Rising Generation | 112 1:03:42

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John Bytheway is a bestselling author, favorite speaker, and part-time instructor at Brigham Young University, he co-hosts the followHim Podcast with Hank Smith. I wanted to speak to John to hear his insights on General Conference and reflections from serving on the Young Men's General Advisory Board for the last 5 years. Some highlights from this …

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Latter-day Saints In Utah React To General Conference - October 2025 General Conference Roundtable | 111 1:18:07

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In Utah, 4 local members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints join me to discuss what it's like to be a Church member in their area, and to reflect on the October 2025 General Conference of the Church. The participants were Brett, Sky, Lynzi, and Isaac. Some highlights from this episode include reflections on President Oaks's remarks …

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God Exists! A Guide To The Scientific Evidence Of A Creator God - Michel-Yves Bolloré | 110 46:39

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Michel-Yves Bolloré is an author and entrepreneur, he co-wrote 'God, The Science, The Evidence' which sold over 400,000 copies in France, Spain and Italy - and is now coming to the UK and US. I wanted to speak to Michel to get an insight as more of a beginner into the comprehensive scientific evidences that God exists, a starting point to exploring…

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New Research Uncovers How Top Nazi Leaders Spied On Latter-day Saints - Stephen Smoot | 109 1:21:41

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Stephen O. Smoot is a doctoral candidate in the department of Semitic and Egyptian Languages and Literature at the Catholic University of America. He earned a master’s degree from the University of Toronto in Near and Middle Eastern Civilisations (with a concentration in Egyptology) and bachelor’s degrees from Brigham Young University in Ancient Ne…

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Traitors UK Winner Harry Clark: "Young People In The UK Are Coming Back To Faith!" | 108 57:42

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Harry Clark is a TV star known for winning Series 2 of The Traitors in the United Kingdom. He has written a new book called 'Staying Faithful' where he discusses how his Catholic faith keeps him grounded. I wanted to speak to Harry to discuss his view of faith as a young person in the spotlight and why he feels so many people our age are returning …

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Church Scholar's Masterclass On Revelation (& Why You Might Not Be Receiving It) - Janiece Johnson | 107 58:42

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Janiece Johnson is a church historian, an acquisition director at Deseret Book, and author of 'Themes in the Doctrine and Covenants: Revelation.' I wanted to speak to Janiece about the theme of revelation because it seems to be a significant focus from the pulpit at General Conference from President Russell M Nelson and others. Some highlights from…

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Essentialism, Nephi's Vision, Latter-day Saint Callings & A.I - Greg McKeown | 106 1:08:16

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Greg McKeown is an author, public speaker, leadership and business strategist. Greg wrote two iconic New York Times bestsellers: 'Essentialism; The Disciplined Pursuit of Less' and 'Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most.' I wanted to speak to Greg about applying the principles of his revolutionary books to our Latter-day Saint faith. S…

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What Happened To The Church & Church Members In Ukraine - Anastasia Kocheva | 105 52:43

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Anastasia Kocheva is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the Crimea Region of Ukraine. I wanted to speak to Anastasia about her experiences during the Russian Invasion of Ukraine, and to hear insights about how the Church operated during the war and where the Church is at now. Some highlights from this episode include h…

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Reconciling The Restored Gospel Of Jesus Christ & Evolution - Ben Spackman | 104 1:08:49

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Ben Spackman is a Latter-day Saint historian of religion, science, and biblical interpretation, and the co-editor of 'The Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ & Evolution', a new BYU book. I wanted to speak to Ben to understand the history of how Latter-day Saints - and wider Christianity - have thought about the theory of evolution and how to navigate …

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World Heavyweight Boxing Champion On Latter-day Saint Faith & Samoan Roots - Joseph Parker | 103 35:21

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Joseph Parker is a world-class heavyweight boxer, former WBO Champion, and proud Latter-day Saint with deep Samoan roots. I wanted to speak to Joseph because beyond the boxing ring, his story of faith, family, and heritage is just as powerful as his performances against the best in the sport, including a potential clash with the current undisputed …

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Why Every Christian Today Needs To Discover William Blake - Mark Vernon | 102 1:00:20

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Mark Vernon is a British psychotherapist, writer and former Anglican priest. He is the author of the new book: Awake! William Blake and the Power of the Imagination. I wanted to speak to Mark to learn more about William Blake and understand how tapping into our spiritual side more, and our creative side, can aid us in our pursuit of faith in God. S…

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The Latter-day Saint Teen Pursuing Olympic Glory - Jonas Rushworth | 101 1:02:01

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Jonas Rushworth is a 19-year-old European Gold-Medalist Champion in Gymnastics and an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the United Kingdom. I wanted to speak to Jonas as he pushes forward in his pursuit of the next Olympic games about what role his faith in God plays in his gymnastic success. Some highlights from t…

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The Tiny English Village That Changed Latter-day Saint History Forever | 100th Episode Special 56:31

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Our thanks to the village of Downham for allowing us the sacred opportunity to record this podcast live in St. Leonard's Chapel in Downham, and to Peter Fagg for being our amazing guest and sharing these powerful stories. A tiny English village. A wave of miracles, conversions, and faith. In our 100th episode, we uncover the story of Downham & Chat…

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Why Jesus's Compensating Power Is Important - BJ Allen | 99 1:01:11

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BJ Allen is a Professor of Marketing & Sales at Brigham Young University - Provo, and is the author of the book 'The Compensating Power of Christ.' I wanted to speak to BJ to properly understand what it means to 'apply the Atonement' of Jesus Christ in our daily lives when we deal with the general unfairness of mortality. Some highlights from this …

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Behind The Scenes: What's It Really Like To Serve A Temple Square Mission? - Olivia Whittaker | 98 56:42

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Olivia Whittaker served in the Salt Lake City Temple Square Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2017-19. I wanted to speak to Olivia to take a peek behind the curtain of how Temple Square missions work and to hear what she learned from this unique experience. Some highlights from this episode include the daily encounter…

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Jay Osmond: "We Shared The Gospel With Kings & Rulers" | 97 57:52

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Jay Osmond is a global superstar and part of the Osmond family. He more recently created 'The Osmonds: A New Musical' and is a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I wanted to speak to Jay about the incredible impact that his family had on the Church of Jesus Christ specifically in the United Kingdom as we build up to…

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He Lost Faith & Left The Church For 9 Months...Here's Why He Came Back - Stephen Murphy | 96 1:10:57

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Stephen Murphy is a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and host of the Mormonism With The Murph podcast. I wanted to speak to Stephen as the only other pro-Church of Jesus Christ podcaster in the UK to hear his story and learn about his faith crisis and rediscovery. Some highlights from this episode include why churc…

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"I Was Jewish...Then I Found The Book Of Mormon" - Jason Olson | 95 1:11:06

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Jason Olson is the author of 'The Burning Book: A Jewish-Mormon Memoir.' I wanted to speak to Jason about his fascinating conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and how his Jewish identity influences his Latter-day Saint faith today. Some highlights from this episode include the role of the Book of Mormon in Jason's conversi…

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Wilford Woodruff: Miracles, Close Calls & Unshakeable Faith - Kristy Wheelwright Taylor | 94 1:02:59

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Kristy Wheelwright Taylor serves as the board secretary for the Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation and helps with transcription and writing on the Wilford Woodruff Papers Project. Kristy's new book is called 'Prepare Me For Thy Use: Lessons From Wilford Woodruff's Mission Years.' I wanted to speak to Kristy about the many marvellous stories of Wilf…

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Responding To ChatGPT's Top 5 Misconceptions About Latter-day Saints - Jasmin Rappleye | 93 1:12:29

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Jasmin Rappleye provides clear takes on deep faith across all social media platforms, and is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I wanted to speak to Jasmin to get her responses to what ChatGPT thought were the 5 biggest misconceptions - doctrinally and culturally - about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Som…

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"The Temple Should Feel Like Home": A Fresh Perspective On The Endowment - Melinda Wheelwright Brown | 92 1:02:40

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Melinda Wheelwright Brown is an author and educator, her newest book is called 'An Endowment of Love: Embracing Christ's Covenant Way of Living and Loving'. I wanted to speak to Melinda because I learn a lot about the way she views the Temple Endowment, an important part of worship in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Some highlights…

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What My Addiction Recovery Taught Me About Grace & Shame - Ian Morgan Cron | 91 52:15

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Ian Morgan Cron is a bestselling author, nationally recognised speaker, Enneagram teacher, trained psychotherapist, Dove Award-winning songwriter, and Episcopal priest. His newest book is entitled 'The Fix: How the Twelve Steps Offer a Surprising Path of Transformation for the Well-Adjusted, the Down-and-Out, and Everyone In Between.' I wanted to s…

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Exposing The Most Common Antichrist Deception Tactics In The Book Of Mormon - Jeff Borders | 90 1:00:38

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Jeff Borders is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and author of the new book 'The Antichrist Playbook'. I wanted to speak to Jeff to discuss how he discovered the tactics commonly used by 'antichrists' in their attempts to deceive us, and the inspiration behind his book. Some highlights from this episode include Jeff's lea…

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Faith & Fitness: "How Exercise Built My Powerful Spiritual Confidence" - Nathaniel Hancock | 89 1:03:02

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Nathaniel Hancock is an athlete and member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I wanted to speak to Nathaniel about the spiritual lessons he has learned from decades of intense physical training, and how physical wellbeing can be linked to spiritual confidence. Some highlights from this episode include how an Elder Maxwell talk move…

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The Inspiring Scottish Woman Who Influenced The Church In Kenya - Maureen McIntyre | 88 1:15:45

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Maureen McIntyre is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Scotland who founded the charity 'Educate the Kids'. I wanted to speak to Maureen about her incredible story from going on holiday to Mombasa, Kenya to founding a large charity that has provided education to thousands of impoverished children, and how she brought the…

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"I Was Bullied: Now I'm a World Champion": How Jesus Miraculously Transformed My Life - Ben Kjar | 87 54:17

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Ben Kjar is a world champion wrestler, motivational speaker, and a powerful voice for faith and resilience. Born with Crouzon's syndrome, Ben turned massive challenges into a mission to inspire — proving that with God, nothing is impossible. I wanted to speak to Ben because his journey from bullied kid to world champion shows how faith in Jesus Chr…

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What Everyone Gets Wrong About Church Finances: $100 Billion, Tithing, & Charity - Aaron Miller | 86 56:52

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Aaron Miller is a professor at the BYU Marriott School of Business and an expert in nonprofit management, ethics, and faith-based finance. In this episode, we dive deep into LDS Church finances, including tithing, investments, and the Church’s charitable donations. Aaron brings insight into how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints manage…

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Latter-day Saints In Madrid React To General Conference - April 2025 General Conference Roundtable | 85 1:29:18

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Our guest host Rebecca Devonas from Scripture Central travelled to Madrid to meet with a group of local Spanish Latter-day Saints from all different walks of life to see what they thought of the most recent General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.. We do this every 6 months, and this is the fourth time, as I love to se…

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Bible Scholar's Guide For Improving Latter-day Saint Easter Celebrations - Trevan Hatch | 84 1:06:29

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Trevan Hatch is the Bible, Religious Studies, and Middle East specialist in the Lee Library at Brigham Young University, and is also adjunct professor in the Department of Ancient Scripture. Trevan co-wrote "Greater Love Hath No Man": A Latter-day Saint Guide to Celebrating the Easter Season with Eric Huntsman. I wanted to speak to Eric after the C…

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We Ranked The Best General Conference Talks Of All-Time - David Snell | 83 1:18:13

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David Snell is the host of the Keystone podcast (@keystonelds). As we anticipate the April 2025 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I thought it would be fun for David Snell and I to rank our top 5 General Conference talks and General Conference moments. Make sure you join along in the comments, and we hope you en…

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Historian's Mind-blowing Insights About The Coming Forth Of The Book Of Mormon - Don Bradley | 82 1:07:46

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Don Bradley is an author and historian specialising in the beginnings of the Latter-day Saint restoration. I wanted to speak to Don in line with the 195th anniversary of the publishing of the Book of Mormon, it's always so fun to learn about Don's Book of Mormon insights - it challenges me to ask more inspired questions in my Book of Mormon study. …

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What Latter-day Saints Can Learn From Ancient Jewish Feasts & Festivals - Lynda Cherry | 81 1:04:35

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Lynda Cherry is the author of 'The Feasts & Festivals of the Messiah.' I wanted to speak to Lynda in the build-up to the Easter season about what we as Latter-day Saints can learn about Jesus Christ and the Gospel from the ancient Jewish feasts and festivals. Some highlights from this episode include why Lynda loves to study Judaism, why Latter-day…

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Groundbreaking New Research On Why Marriage Still Matters In 2025 - Andrea Mrozek & Peter Jon Mitchell | 80 59:55

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Andrea Mrozek and Peter Jon Mitchell are co-authors of the important new book 'I Do...Why Marriage Still Matters.' I wanted to speak to Andrea and Peter Jon to learn of the advantages of those who are married in comparison to those in other situations such as cohabiting and why the sometimes-labelled 'archaic' setup of traditional marriage still ho…

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What's It Like To Serve In The General Relief Society Presidency? - Reyna Aburto | 79 1:01:56

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Reyna Aburto served on the General Relief Society Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2017-2022. I wanted to speak to Sister Aburto to celebrate the 183rd anniversary of the Relief Society and hear what it's like to serve in the Presidency and what she's learned from meeting Relief Society sisters around the globe. So…

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"My Son Was Beheaded By ISIS": A Mother's Journey Of Healing & Forgiveness - Diane Foley | 78 56:11

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Diane Foley is the Mother of James (Jim) Foley who was publicly beheaded by ISIS militants in Syria in 2014. Diane is the subject of the book 'American Mother' by Colum McCann and created the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation to work with governments and families of those taken hostage by terrorists. I wanted to speak to Diane about how God and her …

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When A Latter-day Saint Apostle Surprised A Tiny Branch In England - Connor Duncanson | 77 1:00:18

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Connor Duncanson currently volunteers in the role of President of the Peterlee Branch of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a small Branch of the Church on the North-eastern English coast. Disclaimer: Connor's thoughts and views are his own and not the official view of the Church. I wanted to speak to Connor to hear his experiences se…

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Exclusive Insight: How The Church Is Building Temples In 2025 - Jacob Wall-Smith | 76 59:51

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Jacob Wall-Smith is an architect working on the Birmingham, England Temple which has its groundbreaking ceremony in March. I wanted to speak to Jacob following on from my episode with Peter Trebilcock to see what the process for Temple-building is in 2025. Some highlights from this episode include how Jacob got the job working on the Temple, discus…

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Kirby Heyborne: The Man Behind The R.M, Singles Ward, The Best Two Years & More | 75 1:05:31

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Kirby Heyborne is an American actor, musician, singer, songwriter, narrator and comedian. He is known for his roles in The R.M, Sons of Provo, The Best Two Years, Singles Ward & more. I wanted to speak to Kirby to hear about the lessons he's learned from his illustrious career as one of the primary stars of the Latter-day Saint cinema. Some highlig…

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Gordon B. Hinckley & 8 Heartwarming Miracles Building The Preston Temple - Peter Trebilcock | 74 59:58

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Peter Trebilcock was the Lead Architect of the Preston, England Temple which was dedicated in 1998. I wanted to speak to Peter about his fascinating experiences with former President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Gordon B. Hinckley - who served a mission in the local area of the Temple and who was instrumental in bringing it …