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Mormon Stories Strikes Back !!! x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Mormon Stories Strikes Back !!! youtube.com/live/Sp6ALh9L_… Tonight on The Mormon Newscast, we cover just one story — and it is a big one. John Dehlin and Open Stories Foundation have now filed their formal response and countersuit in the LDS Church’s lawsuit against Mormon Stories, and the filing appears to do far more than simply deny the Church’s allegations. Buried in the legal response are arguments, timelines, and claims that could reshape how this entire case is understood. What exactly is Mormon Stories alleging back against the Church? What parts of the Church’s case are being challenged? And are there details in this filing that make the dispute much more consequential than a simple trademark fight? Tonight we break down the countersuit, the legal strategy behind it, and the parts of the filing that stood out most once we dug into the documents. Join us live.

When Was the Book of Mormon Created? x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

When Was the Book of Mormon Created? youtube.com/live/CU2HTHgTE… Does the Book of Mormon fit better in the ancient world or in early nineteenth century America when it was created? Defenders of the book point to a handful of twisted and strained comparisons to the ancient world to make their case. Bill and RFM, on the other hand, demonstrate conclusively that the Book of Mormon is a much better fit for the early nineteenth century in which it was produced. Indeed, no book is more obviously a product of its times than the Book of Mormon. And that time was the first part of the nineteenth century in the newly established United States of America.

The Kyle McKay Apology Aftermath ! x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Well, I got bored today and decided to write a second book. Should be available on Amazon in about an hour. Until then check out my other books. amazon.com/stores/author/…

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The Similarities of Moroni & The Gold Plates and Treasure Digging youtu.be/YFc0FjtQlxc Moroni & Treasure Digging: Strikingly Similar Stories? In this episode, we take a closer look at the origin story of the Book of Mormon—and place it side by side with the treasure digging culture Joseph Smith was immersed in. Treasure buried in a hill. Protected by a spirit. Revealed through a seer stone in a hat. Sound familiar?

The Forensic Autopsy of Mormon Apologetics x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The Forensic Autopsy of Mormon Apologetics youtube.com/live/0axZ8EGLa… What if the most revealing thing about Mormon apologetics isn't the evidence being presented... but the behavioral patterns behind the arguments? Tonight on Mormonism Live, Bill Reel and Radio Free Mormon sit down with Dawn McCarty who works in Forensic Criminology behavioral analysis. Can forensic criminology profile Mormon apologetics? Drawing from several of her recent forensic intelligence briefs, Dawn examines Mormon apologetics, institutional responses to criticism, and high-demand religious systems through the lens of behavioral analysis, threat assessment, cognitive containment, and coercive influence.

LDS Church Historian Sparks Racism Controversy ! youtube.com/live/UsG7DUi9G… Tonight on A Mormon Newscast, a church leader's playing on stereotypes about speech and singing style among people of color sparks discussion and controversy as members debate intent, history, and whether Church leaders should be held to a higher standard when engaging with material carrying a troubling past. We also examine the latest developments in the Livermore case, continuing questions surrounding claims that Latter-day Saints are—or are not—Christian, and a bizarre story involving an alleged church squatter that has people talking. Plus, a new Book of Mormon trailer generates reactions online, the Fairview temple dispute continues to evolve, and we take a look at a sacrament table story that has raised eyebrows among members. We'll also discuss the recently acquired photograph believed by some to depict Joseph Smith, rumors claiming the Church plans to close storehouses and shift welfare efforts toward community food banks, and the growing controversy surrounding Jeremy Hoop's claim that the long-awaited William Clayton journals have surfaced. As always, we'll separate fact from rumor, examine the evidence, and give you the context you need to understand the stories shaping Mormonism this week. Join us live and be part of the conversation.

LDS Church Historian Sparks Racism Controversy ! x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Bricks & Minifigs Sues Reckless Ben & LEGO Owner x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Bricks & Minifigs Sues Reckless Ben & LEGO Owner youtube.com/live/AqR20Gy7x… BREAKING NEWS: Bricks & Minifigs has officially filed a lawsuit against YouTuber Reckless Ben, escalating one of the internet's strangest and most talked-about controversies. What started as a dispute involving a massive LEGO collection has evolved into allegations of fraud, defamation, missing property, corporate misconduct, online investigations, and claims of insider influence. Now the conflict has entered a new phase: federal litigation. Today, attorney Radio Free Mormon and Newscast Host Rebecca Bibliotheca join for a BREAKING Mormon Newscast to examine the actual legal filings. Forget the rumors, social media speculation, and YouTube commentary. We will walk through the lawsuit itself, discuss the claims being made, analyze the legal strategy behind the filing, and explore what happens next.

Letters To A Young Ex-Mormon - Today 9am mtn youtu.be/32OXq9FIzJk For many people, leaving the LDS Church is not just a change in beliefs. It is the beginning of rebuilding identity, relationships, meaning, purpose, and a new way of navigating life. In this episode of Mormon Discussion, Bill Reel sits down with Madison Daniels to discuss his new book, Letters to a Young Ex-Mormon: A Field Guide for Moving On. Drawing from his own experiences and observations, Madison explores the challenges that often accompany faith deconstruction, including grief, uncertainty, family relationships, community loss, and the search for a meaningful life beyond religious certainty. Rather than focusing only on what someone is leaving behind, this conversation examines what comes next and how former believers can build lives grounded in authenticity, curiosity, and personal growth. Whether you are currently questioning your faith, recently left Mormonism, or have been navigating life after religion for years, this discussion offers thoughtful insights, practical wisdom, and encouragement for the journey ahead.

LDS Church Membership Tanks! x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The LEGO Scandal and the Mormon Connection x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The LEGO Scandal and the Mormon Connection youtube.com/live/UHk83kcgJ… Tonight on The Mormon Newscast we're diving into one of the strangest stories to capture the internet this year: the Bricks & Minifigs LEGO controversy. What began as a dispute over a massive LEGO collection has exploded into allegations of insider connections, questions about Utah influence networks, and accusations of Mormon favoritism. We'll separate fact from speculation and examine why so many online observers believe there's a Mormon angle to a story that has gone far beyond plastic bricks.

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The Adam God Doctrine Explained Clearly youtu.be/GQPL3_66CdE Adam-God may be one of the clearest examples in Mormon history of a doctrine that forces a difficult question: How do believers distinguish revelation from sincere prophetic error? Brigham Young repeatedly taught that Adam was not merely the first man, but humanity’s Father and God. He declared it publicly, preached it as revelation, and insisted it came from God through Joseph Smith. Members accepted it. Many felt spiritual confirmation of it. Yet today the doctrine is rejected and treated as false teaching. That creates a much larger issue than Adam-God itself. If Brigham Young sincerely believed he was teaching revelation and members sincerely believed they received spiritual confirmation, then what exactly failed? Was it prophetic authority? Was it spiritual confirmation? Or does this episode reveal a deeper limitation in the mechanisms believers use to determine truth?