http://thisweekinmormons.com A Weekly Roundup of Mormon News and Commentary Wed, 23 May 2012 05:04:33 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 This is in no way an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We are just to guys who like to talk news and politics, and we're both Mormon. This podcast aggregates the weeks news and events that may in some way be interesting to the Mormon community. Mormons, we're funnier than you think - Discussion and commentary on the news and stories surrounding the Mormon community. This Week in Mormons http://thisweekinmormons.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/twim300.jpghttp://thisweekinmormons.com mormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormons no mormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonsReligion & Spirituality/Christianitycontact@thisweekinmormons.com http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/23eHpAypET0/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-120-goofuth-vs-lancelot/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 15:43:10 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=3239 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-120-goofuth-vs-lancelot/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP120_Goofuth_vs_Lancelot.mp3Download the MP3 of the showOne of These Things Is Not Like the Other Cold knocking on less-actives’ doors: Ye or nay? Members of the opposite sex staying together when visiting or traveling together: What are the issues here? Ladies, if a boyfriend or fiance has a pornography issue, do you run for the hills or stick it out and help? Jabari Parker – LDS wunderkid Oh immodest angels… Ibiza Branch Temple Roundup Gilbert gets a Moroni Manaus Temple open house Renderings for Connecticut and Indianapolis Temples Obesity worse than tobacco Are our engagements lasting longer? History of Arnold Friberg paintings DC a Mormon stronghold More Mormon proms From RLDS to stake president MMA fighter loves the Book of Mormon http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP120_Goofuth_vs_Lancelot.mp3Download the MP3 of the showCold knocking on less-actives’ doors: Ye or nay? Members of the opposite sex staying together when visiting or [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-120-goofuth-vs-lancelot/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP120_Goofuth_vs_Lancelot.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/5MB3akm-rPo/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-119-maureens-magical-musings/#comments Tue, 15 May 2012 16:02:18 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=3199 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-119-maureens-magical-musings/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP119_Maureens_Magical_Musings.mp3Download the MP3 of the showhttp://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP119_Maureens_Magical_Musings.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Dig the Dirt! Is it so hard to understand the differences between meetinghouses and temples, lay journalist? That and more this week: Three-hour Sunday meetings in a temple’s sealing room DesNews breaks it down Why did the Church donate $4M to the UofU? Fast offering thieves! Evangelicals sinned against Mormonism Mitt speaks to evangelicals at Liberty U. Liberty U. teaches a class on the  Mormon “cult” More Mormon proms! Ground broken for Provo City Center Temple Star Valley, WY temple site http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP119_Maureens_Magical_Musings.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIs it so hard to understand the differences between meetinghouses and temples, lay journalist? That and more [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-119-maureens-magical-musings/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP119_Maureens_Magical_Musings.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/IEeaHZcsvUo/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-118-the-dream-destroyer/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 16:04:55 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=3131 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-118-the-dream-destroyer/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP118_The_Dream_Destroyer.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThis Guy Has Nothing to Do With This Week's Episode. We Just Googled "Happy Mormon" and His Shining Countenance Showed Up What an exciting week. We’re joined by… no one other than ourselves, and we like it that way. Lots of fun news to cover. And make sure to watch the amazing CES fireside with Elder Marlin K. Jensen below. News: Church buys Haun’s Mill and other sites from RLDS Kansas City Temple dedicated – Al’s on-site reporting NASA scientist is translating the Book of Mormon in to Hebrew Be a guest conductor for MoTab! We call on the TWiM faithful to troll this thing. Teaching the Stone in the Hat The Mormon way of business Church changes its census reporting methods A Mother’s Day PSA http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP118_The_Dream_Destroyer.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWhat an exciting week. We’re joined by… no one other than ourselves, and we like it that way. Lots of fun [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-118-the-dream-destroyer/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP118_The_Dream_Destroyer.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/RMFjE8bfvQE/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-117-for-the-north-and-the-south/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 17:50:56 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=3100 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-117-for-the-north-and-the-south/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP117_For_the_North_and_the_South.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFirm for the Constitution, But Not the Government A busy week in Mormondom! Much to cover. Stories: LDS Church is the fastest growing religion in most of the US Gay member of Romney team forced out W Craig Zwick used his Church email account to solicit funds for Mitt Romney Corning, NY produces mean people BYU wins a massive pharmaceutical case Mormons sat out the Civil War Dumb hiker “saved by faith” Better hiker saved by awesome Joel Osteen declares Mormons Christians Archuleta sings in Rolling Stone Rededication of Buenos Aires Temple http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP117_For_the_North_and_the_South.mp3Download the MP3 of the showA busy week in Mormondom! Much to cover. Stories: LDS Church is the fastest growing religion in most of [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/05/episode-117-for-the-north-and-the-south/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP117_For_the_North_and_the_South.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/fXFqEOf-MGY/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-116-barry-the-mac/#comments Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:08:00 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=3058 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-116-barry-the-mac/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP116_Barry_the_Mac.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Lots of hot news this week. Let’s get right down to it. Clickers for Clicks AND Cliques: An Episcopal priest tours the Kansas City Temple Brigham City Temple dedication dates The media comes after McKay Coppins Mitt Romney’s underwear Romney adds gay adviser to staff. Who cares? Gay rights activists feel that the Church is softening its stance Circling the Wagons – again Montana governor slams Romney on polygamy Kirby goes mainstream The whiter the skin, the closer to God? Dems are anti-Mormon? Jews love us! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP116_Barry_the_Mac.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Lots of hot news this week. Let’s get right down to it. Clickers for Clicks AND Cliques: An Episcopal priest tours [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-116-barry-the-mac/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP116_Barry_the_Mac.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/bkbImc3A2no/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-115-occupy-zarahemla-kucinich-2016/#comments Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:44:43 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=3034 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-115-occupy-zarahemla-kucinich-2016/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP115_Occupy_Zarahemla.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Were Mormons socialists back in the day? A guy at Salon.com thinks so. Some updates from the Newsroom on same gender attraction. The New York Times follows around two missionaries in Uganda. Fascinating and pretty accurate portrayal of the realities of a mission. GOP to Mitt Romney: Own your Mormonism How crazy is scrutiny towards the Church going to get in the next six months? We have some thoughts. Assorted: MLB Mormon update 2012, historic chapel gets razed, and a super cute little girl sings “Redeemer of Israel” Links: New York Times and missionaries Newsroom: Same-gender attraction When Mormons were socialists Be a Mormon, Mitt MLB Mormon update Historic chapel to be razed http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP115_Occupy_Zarahemla.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Were Mormons socialists back in the day? A guy at Salon.com thinks so. Some updates from the Newsroom on same [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-115-occupy-zarahemla-kucinich-2016/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP115_Occupy_Zarahemla.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/KEOb1KqX6Mg/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-114-after-hours/#comments Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:47:01 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=3013 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-114-after-hours/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP114_After_Hours.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Part 2 of our General Conference recap! What more shall we learn? Before that, though, we still have some news. It’s listed below. Stories: McKay Coppins’ take on black people Mitt Romney has a tense moment at a town hall EchoHawk steps down Rick Warren on Mormons Raul Labrador gives it to NBC Bomb near a church Tour inside the Kansas City Temple Lawrence O’Donnell – jackweed It Gets Better   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP114_After_Hours.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Part 2 of our General Conference recap! What more shall we learn? Before that, though, we still have some news. It’s [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-114-after-hours/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP114_After_Hours.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/oYln0FlDcts/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-113-loud-laughter/#comments Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:12:23 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=3001 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-113-loud-laughter/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP113_Loud_Laughter.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Join us for the first half of our General Conference recap! We get from Saturday Morning through the Priesthood session. So much great stuff was taught over the past weekend. Love was felt. The spirit was hearkened. Passive voice was used. We still have some assorted news, but we’ll just link to it at the bottom. Let’s keep the spirit of Conference going. Stories: Criticism of proxy sealings Joanna Brooks on sealings Conference infographic Behind the Church’s media efforts Utah isn’t most religious state BYU on the right side of gay students Muslim BYU-H president Hipster Jesus   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP113_Loud_Laughter.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Join us for the first half of our General Conference recap! We get from Saturday Morning through the Priesthood [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/04/episode-113-loud-laughter/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP113_Loud_Laughter.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/dGToi_kujYM/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-112-liahonaroo-quinceanera-romney/#comments Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:19:51 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2948 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-112-liahonaroo-quinceanera-romney/feed/ 8 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP112_Liahonaroo.mp3Download the MP3 of the showEyesore Much? Elder Holland visits Harvard. Will Apostles play a greater role in actual testifying to the masses in the future? Conference predictions! Porn? Public Affairs? Judgment? What are your Priesthood Session traditions? Chuck-A-Rama? Dairy Queen? The grocery store? Mormons replace Bonnaroo. The Shins are not holy enough. Orange County LDS teens have their own prom. Way to reach out to the community, guys. Neighbors take issue with the massive new MTC building. Do LDS neighbors have an obligation to support an eyesore in their neighborhood? Are primary songs sexist? Assorted: City Creek opens and the First Presidency attends; Mitt Romney’s cousin is somehow important; Apostles explained; first YSA stake outside of Utah to be organized in Virginia; a day in the life of two sister missionaries Rub my belly: First YSA stake outside of UT Mormon Apostles? Liahonaroooooo Holland rocks Harvard City Creek opens The Provo City Center Temple – Official Park Romney is mean A day in the life of missionaries Mammoth storehouse Mormon teens have own prom Priesthood traditions HUGE MTC building http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP112_Liahonaroo.mp3Download the MP3 of the showElder Holland visits Harvard. Will Apostles play a greater role in actual testifying to the masses in the future? [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-112-liahonaroo-quinceanera-romney/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP112_Liahonaroo.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/S-oRh50Fk6A/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-111-theres-no-apostrophe-there/#comments Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:39:37 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2928 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-111-theres-no-apostrophe-there/feed/ 10 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP111_Theres_No_Apostrophe_There.mp3Download the MP3 of the showScotty Renner! Geoff gives us a recap of his trip to Palmyra, NY, replete with some updates on Bottgate. Al does some investigative reporting on how to pay one’s tithing online. Have you seen YSACentral.com? You can PAY to have a site created that replicates Facebook! The Mormon Bachelor is starting up again. Do we get involved? Various: President Uchtdorf flies with the Blue Angels! A Volunteering infographic! Church-wide email about temple baptisms! The Church does Facebook Timeline! Provo sells 100. S to the Church! Gladys gets interviewed by BET! A nine-story MTC building! And on a serious note, a missionary in Brazil was hit by a bus. Our thoughts are with him and his family. Links: YSACentral will change social media forever Volunteerism in the Church Uchtdorf goes flying 100 S. goes to the Church Church-wide email about temple baptisms Huge MTC building The Mormon Bachelor finalists! Gladys interviewed on BET New, good book about the Church Embrace the Church’s Facebook timeline Missionary hit by bus in Brazil http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP111_Theres_No_Apostrophe_There.mp3Download the MP3 of the showGeoff gives us a recap of his trip to Palmyra, NY, replete with some updates on Bottgate. Al does some [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-111-theres-no-apostrophe-there/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP111_Theres_No_Apostrophe_There.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/5kNd1hHJrS0/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-110-i-declare-excommunication/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:40:33 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2871 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-110-i-declare-excommunication/feed/ 17 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP110_I_Declare_Excommunication.mp3Download the MP3 of the showHave menstruating women been banned from doing baptisms in the temple? Peggy Fletcher Stack and Obama’s David Axelrod say yes. Al gives us a beautiful reading of Leviticus 15. Check out the infographic to your left. The Church put it out. It’s nifty! A bishop who failed to report sexual abuse gets sentenced. Feminism and women’s roles in the Church. What’s good? What’s bad? Joanna Brooks has some thoughts. The Church is trying to buy a piece of 100 S. in Provo. Could this be the Main Street Plaza debacle all over again? Assorted stuff – A new For the Strength of Youth pamphlet; the Church has loads of schools in Tonga; awesome Mormon movie; and homeless people get a job at SXSW. Links: Mitt, chauvinism, and feminism Plea deal for LDS bishop No temple menstruation, please David Axelrod tweets temple menstruation Mitt goes Bubba Reservations for the Kansas City Temple For the Strength of Youth Closing 100 S. More schools in Tonga than anywhere else! Meetinghouse controversy in Queens Homeless 4G hotspots http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP110_I_Declare_Excommunication.mp3Download the MP3 of the showHave menstruating women been banned from doing baptisms in the temple? Peggy Fletcher Stack and Obama’s [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-110-i-declare-excommunication/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP110_I_Declare_Excommunication.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/Qj0dkYHgqYw/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-109-slate-or-blade-or-wesley-aka-teancum-got-greedy/#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:35:38 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2855 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-109-slate-or-blade-or-wesley-aka-teancum-got-greedy/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP109_Slate_or_Blade_or_Wesley_aka_Teancum_Got_Greedy.mp3Download the MP3 of the showHe Just Got Too Happy With That Javelin So much zany fun this week! The controversial City Creek mall is slated to open in a few weeks, not without some drama. A hardcore action Book of Mormon movie! The next Titanic! An LDS “priest in training” gets in some hot water by showing a wee too much skin. Jesse Stay, the Church’s lead tech guy, has an article on Techcrunch, which is a pretty big deal. Hungary’s fascist government officially recognizes the Church. Does Mitt’s Mormonism fuel his perceived inauthenticity? Slate’s Political Gabfest jumps into the baptism mess, Southern Virginia University gets a new president, the Church sues over some singed land, and contraception is working just fine. Times and Seasons also gave TWiM some love! Links: “Mormon Mall” set to open Book of Mormon action! Hungary recognizes the Church Tune in to Babestation 2 Jesse Stay on Techcrunch SVU’s new president Does Mormonism fuel Mitt’s authenticity gap? Romney loves contraception Church sues over some burns Another Joanna Brooks profile What Mormons can teach the IRS Times and Seasons lists us on Bottgate! Slate jumps on baptisms http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP109_Slate_or_Blade_or_Wesley_aka_Teancum_Got_Greedy.mp3Download the MP3 of the showSo much zany fun this week! The controversial City Creek mall is slated to open in a [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/03/episode-109-slate-or-blade-or-wesley-aka-teancum-got-greedy/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP109_Slate_or_Blade_or_Wesley_aka_Teancum_Got_Greedy.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/ZVgfPyYuYCE/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-108-bottgate-the-bottracist/#comments Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:31:58 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2835 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-108-bottgate-the-bottracist/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP108_Bottgate_the_Bottracist.mp3Download the MP3 of the showQuite the unfortunate week for Randy Bott, famed and beloved religion professor at BYU. His statements to the Washington Post spark controversy about racism. Are Mormons actually wary of publicly supporting Mitt Romney? The answer may surprise you. The Jews/Hindus/Everyone temple baptism drama continues, but at least some bloggers are fighting back against unrealistic demands by the “affected” communities. Martin Luther will insult you! Great site. Why dey do dat? Our new segment. Also, some temple news, lying to bishops, waiting out the RLDS church, and another LDS Tech conference. Links: Bottgate Original Post article Planned protests Joanna Brooks responds Church Newsroom response Mormons wary of publicly supporting Mitt Temple Baptism recap Terrific explanation of baptisms Otterson on importance of temple baptisms Mark Paredes – enough is enough Martin Luther insults Register for the LDS Tech conference Manaus open house http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP108_Bottgate_the_Bottracist.mp3Download the MP3 of the showQuite the unfortunate week for Randy Bott, famed and beloved religion professor at BYU. His statements to the [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-108-bottgate-the-bottracist/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP108_Bottgate_the_Bottracist.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/z4xZZipG0Cc/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-107-tommys-prize-winning-birds/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:51:03 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2819 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-107-tommys-prize-winning-birds/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP107_Tommys_Prize_Winning_Birds.mp3Download the MP3 of the showLook At That Mountain West This Week in Mormons is the premiere Mormon-centered podcast. On this week’s show: Tough week for the Church in the aftermath of having baptized more Holocaust victims Elizabeth Smart gets married Awesome Slate profile of Yeah Samake, the LDS man running for president of Mali State-by-state breakdown of LDS population by county Why do Mormons love Pinterest, and are we late adopters of technology? Santorum aides are angry about Mitt Romney not being questioned more about his Mormonism Links: Yeah Samake Church toughens policy on unsanctioned temple baptisms Mormon map of America Mormons and Pinterest All Dead Mormons Are Now Gay Liz Smart and the Ugly Scotsman Santorum’s Mormon gripes Robert Jeffress decides to vote for a Mormon WSJ profile of Mormon welfare http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP107_Tommys_Prize_Winning_Birds.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThis Week in Mormons is the premiere Mormon-centered podcast. On this week’s show: Tough week for the [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-107-tommys-prize-winning-birds/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP107_Tommys_Prize_Winning_Birds.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/sZUuwtJpKD0/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-106-look-ammon-2/#comments Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:40:47 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2785 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-106-look-ammon-2/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP106_Look_Ammon.mp3Download the MP3 of the showBe Mine Great show this week! Defending the priesthood; opposition to the Paris Temple; why I’m a Mormon Democrat; Holocaust victims baptized (d’oh); Otterson speaks on affinity fraud; MoTab performing in Arizona – and more! Clicks: Mormon Midrashim Opposition to Paris Temple Why I’m a Mormon Democrat Holocaust victim baptized Otterson on affinity fraud MoTab heads to Jan Brewer country BYU student found dead in Australia Mormonism and the presidency – don’t worry Scriptures for kids! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP106_Look_Ammon.mp3Download the MP3 of the showGreat show this week! Defending the priesthood; opposition to the Paris Temple; why I’m a Mormon Democrat; Holocaust [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-106-look-ammon-2/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP106_Look_Ammon.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/t97_6-p1zPo/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-105-bow-tie-failure/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:40:51 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2741 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-105-bow-tie-failure/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP105_Bow_Tie_Failure.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWhat's Wrong With This Picture? Prop 8 is struck down by another court. What is the Mormon response? Using ward lists for politics. McKay Coppins gets it mostly right, save a few fact-checking issues. The rise of Joanna Brooks continues. She receives a great profile on CNN. Why are amazing men still single? Don’t ask us. We’re not amazing. But we are single. New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg hates on the Church for owning KSL, which sells lots of guns to lots of people. Assorted: The Romanian IMF chief is Mormon and proud, temple updates, a lame dating quiz, and “Mom, I’m Dating a Mormon” starts. Touch for info: Prop 8 overturned Church response to Prop 8 ruling Joanna Brooks on CNN Bloomberg hates KSL Ward rosters and politics Why amazing men are still single Lame dating quiz Romania’s jowel king Connecticut temple LDS Tech updates http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP105_Bow_Tie_Failure.mp3Download the MP3 of the showProp 8 is struck down by another court. What is the Mormon response? Using ward lists for politics. McKay Coppins [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-105-bow-tie-failure/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP105_Bow_Tie_Failure.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/44Yg4c7ccnw/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-104-aurally-yours/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:25:23 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2725 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-104-aurally-yours/feed/ 16 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP104_Aurally_Yours.mp3Download the MP3 of the show We address our alleged criticisms of LDS church leaders. Seeking understand is quite different from railing against Salt Lake. Elder Marlin K. Jensen has some frank words to share about the state of the Church and how levels of attrition are the highest they’ve been since pioneer days. How is the Church dealing with this? It’s pretty interesting. A man says the Church stole his paintings Updates on how the Honor Code at BYU suppresses freedom of religion. A number of mainstream media stories highlight three great aspects of the Church – garments, tithing, and the nature of the afterlife. Mitt Romney basically denied the First Vision. Great job, Mitt! Links: Elder Jensen and dealing with the modern age Tackling tough aspects of Mormon history Response to BYU not supporting religious freedom The Church – art thief McKay explains garments Mormons and tithing GQ takes on tithing Hell for Mormons NYT – Mormon cuisine BYU is the hottest campus in the nation The best BYUSA candidate ever http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP104_Aurally_Yours.mp3Download the MP3 of the show We address our alleged criticisms of LDS church leaders. Seeking understand is quite different from railing against [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/02/episode-104-aurally-yours/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP104_Aurally_Yours.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/sUU3B_PF2p0/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-103-forever-alone/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:56:26 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2710 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-103-forever-alone/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP103_Forever_Alone.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Church seems to approach the battle against gay marriage differently in different states. Minnesota is the latest non-Mormon-heavy state to receive nothing more than a letter read over the pulpit. Why a massive undertaking in California but passive resistance in Minnesota for a moral issue? Political Beat: Mitt’s finances are discloses, the Church apparently owns Burger King, and Mitt’s “surge” in South Carolina mostly consisted of YSA and BYU kids from DC who were bused down (Incidentally, our boy McKay doesn’t even know use the Church’s proper name), Newt’s pastor says Mormons are a cult. Familiar? The Kansas City Temple gets its open house and dedication dates. Jimmer Fredette is your 2011 Mormon of the Year. Yay. Rah. Jimmergasm. Elizabeth Smart is getting married to a cliche Scotsman. Geoff offers his Scottish insider insights. Have you seen the “Dear John” section of DearElder.com? Hilarious. Tidbits: Seminary turns 100, Deseret Books continues to destroy local businesses, “Joseph Smith” on Facebook, and the Top 10 Mormon films. Links: Different approaches to preserving the sanctity of marriage YSA bused to SC Jimmer is Mormon of the Year Romney’s tithing KC open house Dear John Elizabeth Smart’s beau Joseph Smith’s Facebook page Newt thinks we’re a cult Seminary turns 100 Goodbye, family-owned LDS bookstore Top 10 Mormon Films http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP103_Forever_Alone.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Church seems to approach the battle against gay marriage differently in different states. Minnesota is the latest [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-103-forever-alone/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP103_Forever_Alone.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/CBJIlBB2S1g/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-102-pornography-2-the-end-of-porn/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:13:56 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2676 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-102-pornography-2-the-end-of-porn/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP102_Pornography_2_The_End_of_Porn.mp3Download the MP3 of the showGet Back in France Stop SOPA now! Listen in for details. A photo of Mitt Romney possibly leaving mission boundaries sparks controversy… because Geoff started it. PEW releases a landmark study of Mormons, with some pretty interesting results. Does BYU curb religious freedom via the Honor Code? The Student Review says yes, and we’re inclined to agree. Pornography will end because of condoms. You heard it here first. Listen in for details. Businessweek alleges that the “I’m a Mormon” campaign is really an effort on the Church’s part to elect a Mormon president. Assorted news: The Paris Temple looks like a strip mall; Jon Heder won’t do sexy; the Daily Universe ceases to be daily; beware of giving your wife your Facebook password. Links: PEWage Actual PEW text Exciting infographics! The end of porn Businessweek and Mormons Let your husband read your Facebook Daily Universe goes weekly Jon Heder is clean How the Honor Code restricts religious freedom The Paris Temple letdown Cloisters! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP102_Pornography_2_The_End_of_Porn.mp3Download the MP3 of the showStop SOPA now! Listen in for details. A photo of Mitt Romney possibly leaving mission boundaries sparks [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-102-pornography-2-the-end-of-porn/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP102_Pornography_2_The_End_of_Porn.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/-PTEx4i-YYg/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-101-deathstar-101/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:07:40 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2612 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-101-deathstar-101/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP101_Deathstar_101.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPure, Unadulterated Talent Mitt Romney is an anchor baby. Can you believe the scandal? His MEXICAN family?? We talk about other Huntsman-Romney stuff, notably the Church’s alleged sabotage of the Huntsman campaign. Online dating – endorsed by the Brethren or discouraged? Answers! Some bored Mormon moms start a Mormon mythbusting podcast. Julie Beck gets into podcasting. This should be a model for other Church leaders. Also, some joyous news from the LEGO/modeling front. Listen in for details. Other news: Church plots for sale in Harlem, SLC is the gayest city in America, LDS.org calendar gets updated. Clickage: I’m afraid of Mormons, but still better than a Muslim Mormon political roundup Would Salt Lake influence the White House? Romney is an anchor baby Mitt embraces Mormonism in South Carolina Is the Church fixing the Huntsman campaign? Julie Beck gets on the horn Salt Lake is uber gay Deserted News Online dating LDS land in Harlem Mormon Mythbusters LDS.org calendar updates Build your LEGOs, sir Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy     http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP101_Deathstar_101.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMitt Romney is an anchor baby. Can you believe the scandal? His MEXICAN family?? We talk about other Huntsman-Romney [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-101-deathstar-101/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP101_Deathstar_101.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/KVQukR2ZJWA/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-100-in-honor-of-us/#comments Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:01:23 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2595 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-100-in-honor-of-us/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP100_In_Honor_of_Us.mp3Download the MP3 of the showTWiM turns 100! Thanks to all of you for helping us reach this milestone. You make it all worthwhile. To celebrate, we pat ourselves on the back and spend the end of the show reading every episode title of This Week in Mormons, ever. David Archuleta’s mission plans result in a nicely balanced article about LDS missions in the Wall Street Journal. President Monson is among the most admired religious leaders in the world! Tuscon hates Mitt Romney. Jon Hunstman is a better Mormon, says they, because he actually likes immigrants. The top religious stories from Utah in 2011! It’s a big deal. Other stuff: Explanation on Mormons becoming gods, more on the Mormon Ponzi scheme, old Nauvoo city council minutes. Touch: John McCain endorsed the wrong Mormon From American Idol to Mormon missionary Top religious stories of 2011 Monson is admired Mormons becoming gods Nauvoo city council minutes Mormon Ponziis Mormon Times has TV? Ancient seals! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP100_In_Honor_of_Us.mp3Download the MP3 of the showTWiM turns 100! Thanks to all of you for helping us reach this milestone. You make it all worthwhile. To celebrate, we [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2012/01/episode-100-in-honor-of-us/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP100_In_Honor_of_Us.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/VxpKvzmWJfU/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-99-neils-squeals/#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 18:16:34 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2578 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-99-neils-squeals/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP99_Neils_Squeals.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe year in review, for we as individuals, for the Church, and for the podcast! What are your memories of 2011 and, more importantly, your memories of TWiM? We are the most important. Don’t forget that. David Archuleta decides to go on a mission! Woo hoo! Geoff has more beef with Deseret Book. It’s sad. It’s justified. Changes in YSA wards in terms of size, naming (_YSA Ward), and other issues. What is going on here? Doesn’t this all go against the whole concept of more, smaller, more manageable singles wards? Advice from LDS single men to the ladies. Really profound stuff. And a special segment: We’ve decided the Brethren all need blogs and Twitter accounts, but what should these accounts be named? This is where the genius of TWiM comes in. Links: Advice from single men Eating crow P Diddy quotes L. Tom Perry 2011: The Year Mormonism Went Mainstream Anti-Mormon website from GOP candidate Better Than "Russ' Fusses" http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP99_Neils_Squeals.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe year in review, for we as individuals, for the Church, and for the podcast! What are your memories of 2011 and, more [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-99-neils-squeals/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP99_Neils_Squeals.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/wbn0BgDinPM/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-98-sometimes-i-wish-you-would-accidentally-die/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:05:23 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2519 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-98-sometimes-i-wish-you-would-accidentally-die/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP98_Sometimes_I_Wish_You_Would_Accidentally_Die.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMerry Christmas from us! We hope you have a nice holiday. Should Al and Geoff walk the Camino de Santiago? SNL has a ball with Tim Tebow, finished with a random joke about Mormonism being right all along! Hooray! Times and Seasons‘ “Mormon of the Year” nominations are open. We want everyone to nominate and second Kevin Beckstrom for his fine work at Zarahemla Times. Or Rachel Vermillion. But really, Beckstrom. Come on! A new study shows a growing gender gap within the Church – a growing ratio of women to men. What are the reasons? What can be done? Likewise, another study officially proves every stereotype one has ever had about the Church. Letter to Utah State – “What about that ‘Mormon problem’?” Assorted news: An LDS father and son court investors for a Ponzi Scheme, using their “Mormonness” as incentive for trust; is multi-level marketing actually against Church teaching?; restored Provo Tabernacle “could be” a boon for Provo; Elder Cook urges a restoration of morality. Linkage: Letter to USU Mormon Choral Organization CD Gender gap widening Study confirms every LDS stereotype ever Mormonism used for investing Provo Tabernacle could be good for Provo Elder Cook urges a restoration of morality Mormon of the Year! Santaquin fires This Is the Same Outfit She Wore to the Testing Center http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP98_Sometimes_I_Wish_You_Would_Accidentally_Die.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMerry Christmas from us! We hope you have a nice holiday. Should Al and Geoff walk the [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-98-sometimes-i-wish-you-would-accidentally-die/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP98_Sometimes_I_Wish_You_Would_Accidentally_Die.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/K9ilwaMhc1o/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-97-like-porridge-and-chairs-and-goldilocks-and-bears/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:02:06 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2480 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-97-like-porridge-and-chairs-and-goldilocks-and-bears/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP97_Like_Porridge_and_Chairs_and_Goldilocks_and_Bears.mp3Download the MP3 of the showParty week! The guys behind Mom, I’m Dating a Mormon join us in the studio. It was surprisingly insightful to have them, not because their awesomeness is surprising, but because we at TWiM tend to act like dolts when we have guests on the show. BYU-Idaho and skinny jeans – The debacle of the century. Get the latest news here. Are they allowed? Are they not? Questions! Answers! Mitt Romney has an interesting few days, both in deciding to actually talk about his experiences in the Church, and also making unfortunate bets with Rick Perry. Assorted: The Quetzaltenango Temple is dedicated, a funny Mormon Reditt thread, a profile of the female drummer in Neon Trees, the George Albert Smith manual, and virtual Christmas cards! Links: Neon Trees Reditt Musical Christmas videos Skinny jeans George Albert Smith Romney talks religion Numbers! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP97_Like_Porridge_and_Chairs_and_Goldilocks_and_Bears.mp3Download the MP3 of the showParty week! The guys behind Mom, I’m Dating a Mormon join us in the studio. It [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-97-like-porridge-and-chairs-and-goldilocks-and-bears/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP97_Like_Porridge_and_Chairs_and_Goldilocks_and_Bears.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/u4UenVJwssw/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-96-koriwhore/#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:01:16 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2466 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-96-koriwhore/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP96_Koriwhore.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFirst Presidency Christmas Devotional recaps, along with our thoughts on the new Bible Videos site. The Kyiv Ukraine Temple receives a cool architectural award for being the best religious building constructed in Ukraine in 2010. Nasha Ukrayina! BYU quarterback Jake Heaps is out. Al gives us his analysis. The Student Review publishes a great article examining the political leanings of BYU professors, and how they are surprisingly balanced compared to most universities. Did Korihor actually fight for religious freedom amidst a repressive theocracy? Other items: Mitt Romney’s softer side; a call for the media to stop focusing on the sensational side of Mormonism; stop making fun of Mormons; and Donald Trump is a schmuck. Links: Kyiv Temple wins award Bible Videos BYU Professors and politics Goodbye, Jake Heaps Korihor – Freedom fighter? Moving beyond sensationalism Making fun of Mormonism http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP96_Koriwhore.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFirst Presidency Christmas Devotional recaps, along with our thoughts on the new Bible Videos site. The Kyiv Ukraine Temple [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/12/episode-96-koriwhore/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP96_Koriwhore.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/6Kvcv5nmhCk/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-95-a-personal-appeal-from-brandon-harris/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:14:39 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2409 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-95-a-personal-appeal-from-brandon-harris/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP95_A_Personal_Appeal_From_Brandon_Harris.mp3Download the MP3 of the showBehold, a slow week in Mormon news! How do we react? Awesomely. Going to BYU and not being LDS. How much does it suck? David Archuleta goes to the temple and gets his Eagle Scout – at 20. What a little, wonderful man. There is a MoTab Christmas YouTube channel. We repeat: A MoTab Christmas YouTube channel. The US Senate recognizes the Church’s welfare program. A dude says he was discriminated against for being Mormon. And Latino LDS broadcast! ¡Qué chevre! Touch me: Are Mormons any weirder than the rest of us? Being non-LDS at BYU David Archuleta achieves! US Senate and welfare program Devocional latino Prejudiced against for being Mormon? MoTab Christmas Channel Such Sultry Looks, Such Glistening Hair http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP95_A_Personal_Appeal_From_Brandon_Harris.mp3Download the MP3 of the showBehold, a slow week in Mormon news! How do we react? Awesomely. Going to BYU and not being LDS. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-95-a-personal-appeal-from-brandon-harris/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP95_A_Personal_Appeal_From_Brandon_Harris.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/Yw1ycxCrfOs/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-94-snip-snap-snip-snap/#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2011 07:18:40 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2359 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-94-snip-snap-snip-snap/feed/ 12 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP94_Snip_Snap_Snip_Snap.mp3Download the MP3 of the showModern Family causes a ruckus at BYU. One writer actually compares gay parents to prostitutes and serial killers. Yup. Vasectomies. To consult the bishop or not to consult? And bishops overall – Do we use them for general counsel or just for repentance? Geoff and Al have a new website. Check it out! Honorable mentions: Church service and how it moderates us; Mormon.org chat trolls; moldy churches in Norcal; and LDS Business College celebrates 125 years of mediocrity! Clicketh thou me Modern Family BYU drama Mormon chat trolls Neither hot nor cold Three Witnesses monument hits 100 Joe Biden loves Mormons LDSBC celebrates 100 years Do not bulldoze the moldy church Taking on vasectomies Professor of the Year Church service moderated Romney New leadership training site Our new website!   Don't Let Him Hold That Baby http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP94_Snip_Snap_Snip_Snap.mp3Download the MP3 of the showModern Family causes a ruckus at BYU. One writer actually compares gay parents to prostitutes and serial killers. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-94-snip-snap-snip-snap/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP94_Snip_Snap_Snip_Snap.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/2VJkJGpZ0zE/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-93-golden-catholics/#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:20:41 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2343 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-93-golden-catholics/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP93_Golden_Catholics.mp3Download the MP3 of the showSome updates on the deaths of two missionaries in Texas. Sad times. One of them was right near the end of his mission, too. Harold Bloom, reknowned jackweed, writes a very biased and senseless op-ed in the NYT. Joanna Brooks responds. Inclusiveness in the Church or exclusivity? What make someone “Mormon”? We’re debating this, especially based on the big tent nature of recent “I’m a Mormon” videos. Are we in a position to judge someone’s “Mormon-ness”? Other news: Over 40% of Americans are “uncomfortable” with having a Mormon in the White House, the Quetzaltenango Temple open house is underway, and good times with angry letters! El Clique: Remembering two missionaries Quetzaltenango open house Bloom article Joanna Brooks’ response Slate and Mormonism A Mormon DJ raver madman 4/10 Americans “uncomfortable” with a Mormon in the White House Folk Music Just Won't Get You This Far http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP93_Golden_Catholics.mp3Download the MP3 of the showSome updates on the deaths of two missionaries in Texas. Sad times. One of them was right near the end of his [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-93-golden-catholics/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP93_Golden_Catholics.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/q_cu7-rhwag/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-92-soviet-booze-ban/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:46:46 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2319 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-92-soviet-booze-ban/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP92_Soviet_Booze_Ban.mp3Download the MP3 of the showLighthearted discussion on LDS tech advances and the Church’s social media efforts. OK, we’re tech dorks. Sue us. The Circling the Wagons conference – a Mormon LGBT gathering – took place in Salt Lake over the weekend. One bishop declared homophobia in the Church an “atrocity.” Pretty awesome stuff. A well-intentioned article about fashionable modesty takes an unfortunate turn in effectively blaming immodesty on two cases of date rape. No bueno. After last week’s Halloween/modesty debacle, Geoff takes on the practice of garment “tucking.” Get ready, ladies! Other news: Hilary Weeks tops the charts (sort of), Federal lawsuits against the Church being involved in Utah’s liquor laws, and two cool videos (see below), and a prophet occupies Wall Street. Clickety Clickster Clickerrific: Homophobia “an atrocity” Modesty and date rape Barring the Church from liquor law input Hilary Weeks is first Mormon to debut atop Christian charts A prophet occupies Wall Street Holland Rocks It!   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP92_Soviet_Booze_Ban.mp3Download the MP3 of the showLighthearted discussion on LDS tech advances and the Church’s social media efforts. OK, we’re tech dorks. Sue us. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-92-soviet-booze-ban/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP92_Soviet_Booze_Ban.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/s4XAS2xhhmY/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-91-nocturnal-adventures-with-women/#comments Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:27:13 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2298 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-91-nocturnal-adventures-with-women/feed/ 16 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP91_Nocturnal_Adventures_With_Women.mp3Download the MP3 of the showHappy belated Halloween to everyone. Let’s talk about two things: 1) Why cross dressing is allegedly banned at church Halloween parties; 2) Why Halloween is apparently some sort of free pass to skank it up (and we don’t mean the ska dance). It was hard to miss the New York Times’ really odd article about Mormon Hipsters – Mipsters – and how the way to be cool and Mormon is to rebel a little. Al and Geoff disagree a lot on this one. Google has rectified its injustice against Mitt Romney. Which injustice? Listen in to find out. Homeless people already live in cities of trash, so why are LDS teens in Mesa/Gilbert building cardboard cities? To taunt the homeless? To show they they can build in an hour what it takes weeks for a homeless person to obtain? Jon Huntsman’s daughters are crazy, and not in the fun, hot way of Dubya’s. Ze Links: Mipsters Hispanics and Mitt Romney Google hates Mitt Where does your freshman class come from? Cross dressing and Trunk or Treat Cities of trash Adding Insult to Injury Look What I Made! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP91_Nocturnal_Adventures_With_Women.mp3Download the MP3 of the showHappy belated Halloween to everyone. Let’s talk about two things: 1) Why cross dressing is allegedly [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/11/episode-91-nocturnal-adventures-with-women/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP91_Nocturnal_Adventures_With_Women.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/pk3Wa2a0a5k/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-90-kevlar-pulpits/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:33:22 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2282 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-90-kevlar-pulpits/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP90_Kevlar_Pulpits.mp3Download the MP3 of the showElder Oaks testifies before the Senate. Orrin Hatch rejoices. Joe Lieberman speaks at BYU, says he loves Mitt Romney, and encourages everyone to vote for Romney. Mormons and Muslims need to be better friends. They have too much in common to ignore each other. Let’s make this marriage happen. Jon Huntsman did sorta OK on “The Colbert Report.” (see below) Other: Sapporo Japan Temple breaks ground, Ben Folds cries because of white boys singing hip hop, Awkward Mormon Family Photos… and more! Links: Sapporo Japan Temple Elder Oaks testifies before the Senate Most Americans have no problem with Mormon candidates Joe Lieberman at BYU Mormons and Muslims Awkward Mormon Family Photos     http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP90_Kevlar_Pulpits.mp3Download the MP3 of the showElder Oaks testifies before the Senate. Orrin Hatch rejoices. Joe Lieberman speaks at BYU, says he loves Mitt Romney, [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-90-kevlar-pulpits/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP90_Kevlar_Pulpits.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/HzObz1clgY4/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-89-mormons-are-christians/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 02:34:07 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2258 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-89-mormons-are-christians/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP89_Mormons_Are_Christians.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIt’s time for the TWiM rage regarding the “Mormons are a cult” nonsense that’s been going around for the past week. We’re fed up. Why is it OK to hate on Mormons but not on other groups? It’s high time we stopped putting up with it. We at This Week in Mormons stand shoulder to shoulder with our fellow Latter-day Saints. Enough is enough. Is NCMO abuse? Some lady says yes. We say no. Is this a battle of the sexes? No. Because we’ll win. Brandon Flowers’ officially embraces being Mormon in a new “I’m a Mormon” video. Others: Homeschooling. The Whitney Awards (yippee). And a terrible video done by BYU-I girls who have nothing better to do on a Friday night. Link Is NCMO abuse? Judge the Man, Not the Mormon – Joe Lieberman Evangelicals Should Stand Up to Anti-Mormonism – John Mark Reynolds Who Says Mormons Aren’t Christians? – Dean Obeidallah Open Letter to Mitt Romney How Do Mormons Answer ‘Not Christian’ Claims? – Michael Otterson Rick Perry Amplifies Anti-Mormon Rhetoric Rick Perry’s Anti-Mormon Advisors - McKay Coppins Nominations for the Whitney Awards Homeschooling Then and Now Ten Years of the Perpetual Education Fund Jerk.   The Original Christus http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP89_Mormons_Are_Christians.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIt’s time for the TWiM rage regarding the “Mormons are a cult” nonsense that’s been going around for [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-89-mormons-are-christians/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP89_Mormons_Are_Christians.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/8qOSsgQ3psE/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-88-elaine-s-dalton-hot-general-officer-or-hottest-general-officer/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 03:09:41 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2248 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-88-elaine-s-dalton-hot-general-officer-or-hottest-general-officer/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP88_Elaine_S_Dalton_Hot_General_Officer_or_Hottest_General_Officer.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPart Two of our General Conference recap continues. So many inspired leaders. So little time. Our boy McKay Coppins is among the names mentioned in a survey administered by the Church to find out which blogs and writers the saints read. TWiM has, sadly, not made it on the list. Fix this, people! Do we have an obligation to support Vocal Point in “The Sing-Off” because they are Mormon? http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP88_Elaine_S_Dalton_Hot_General_Officer_or_Hottest_General_Officer.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPart Two of our General Conference recap continues. So many inspired [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-88-elaine-s-dalton-hot-general-officer-or-hottest-general-officer/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP88_Elaine_S_Dalton_Hot_General_Officer_or_Hottest_General_Officer.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/0aYG5YuI-us/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-87-sans-avion-2/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:40:50 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2222 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-87-sans-avion-2/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP87_Sans_Avion.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThis past weekend was General Conference. What does that mean for TWiM? A special episode of This Week in Mormons in which we pore through the content of about half of Conference and talk about what spoke to us the most. We’ll cover the rest of it next week. We are forgoing the typical writeup format for the week. However, here is an article that was mentioned during the show about non-members watching Conference. If you missed Conference, get the sessions here. We couldn’t leave you without a few humorous things. Below is a picture from Times and Seasons that we thought was great. Below that is a video celebrating something wonderful for the future. Happy Conferencing! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP87_Sans_Avion.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThis past weekend was General Conference. What does that mean for TWiM? A special episode of This Week in Mormons in which [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/10/episode-87-sans-avion-2/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP87_Sans_Avion.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/SF1iAOJzYmg/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-86-enemies-of-scouting/#comments Tue, 27 Sep 2011 17:12:40 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2206 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-86-enemies-of-scouting/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP86_Enemies_of_Scouting.mp3Download the MP3 of the showA local Young Men’s president is released for refusing to run the annual Friends of Scouting drive, citing high salaries to local Boy Scout leaders and a lack of funds actually going to the local unit. Crazy story. Listen in to hear the details. Our General Conference predictions. We’re mostly sad that with Mormon Times having folded back into Deseret News, we have no stories to report on conference food traditions and recipes for cinnamon rolls. Dangit! After a long hiatus, we bring back our “Rants!” segment. Al and Geoff both have some bones to pick. Other: A Mormon president in… Mali?, Iceland Mormon cultural center, and if you are 1) Single and 2) Mormon – 4) Get Help! The end of scouting Iceland in the Church Mormons for Mali All the single Mormons (All the single Mormons) Stupid Crutchy http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP86_Enemies_of_Scouting.mp3Download the MP3 of the showA local Young Men’s president is released for refusing to run the annual Friends of Scouting drive, citing high [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-86-enemies-of-scouting/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP86_Enemies_of_Scouting.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/LVoumO12BAI/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-85-ogre-com/#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:50:45 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2193 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-85-ogre-com/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP85_Ogre_dot_com.mp3Download the MP3 of the showOur analysis of the cultural impact and awesome move by the Church with the Philadelphia Temple, for which ground was broken this past weekend. Strong move by the Church. Senior Missionaries – Why don’t more of them serve? Elder Holland has some ideas. So does the Bloggernacle. MoBach is over. Talk about a letdown. Sheesh. A boring season ends with a boring post-mortem. Geoff went to Iceland. He is a changed man. The actor who played John in one of the temple films was digitally removed and replaced with another actor. Why would the Church bother to yank someone from a twenty-year-old film? We’re really curious about the reasoning behind this. Other stuff: Cow moosick in France, the BYU Student Review is resurrected, Frats and sororities at the U of U are gone, the Payson Temple goes viral, and a little website that got Al into a whole lotta trouble. Links: Payson Temple rendering Desperately Seeking Seniors Elder Holland on senior missionaries John yanked? Temple John, where have you gone? Moosick Goodbye, Frats BYU Student Review (awesome!) Philly Temple   Philadelphia Temple Groundbreaking from Hudson Whitenight on Vimeo.    http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP85_Ogre_dot_com.mp3Download the MP3 of the showOur analysis of the cultural impact and awesome move by the Church with the Philadelphia Temple, for which ground was [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-85-ogre-com/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP85_Ogre_dot_com.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/DrLfvdgDJvY/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-84-war-of-orcs/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:44:34 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2159 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-84-war-of-orcs/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP84_War_of_Orcs.mp3Download the MP3 of the showJudas We are joined by the folks behind the “Most Interesting Mormon in the World” YouTube vids – Melissa Parker, Corbin Frost, and Adam Johnson. So kind of them to join us. We had a blast. The tenth anniversary of 9/11 has come and gone. How did you remember? We discuss President Monson’s remarks in the Washington Post, MoTab with Tom Brokaw, and “Chosen People Syndrome” – the myth of, miraculously, no Mormons dying in the attacks of September 11th. A British bus company has forbidden missionaries from tracting on its buses. We predict better adjusted and fewer guilt-ridden missionaries in the future. Other assorted: Payson Temple groundbreaking, Mountain Meadows Monument gets “National” status, a BoM movie (no, not that one), and a new poll showing that Americans still think Mormons are polygamists. Goodie. Links: President Monson’s op-ed “Chosen People Syndrome” Groundbreaking for Payson Temple Mountain Meadows Monument Book of Mormon Movie! Study about Mormons and Polygamy No more bus preaching Follow Adam on Twitter and his website Follow Corbin on Twitter and his website http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP84_War_of_Orcs.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWe are joined by the folks behind the “Most Interesting Mormon in the World” YouTube vids – Melissa Parker, Corbin [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-84-war-of-orcs/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP84_War_of_Orcs.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/wAV7fktBOSg/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-35-be-ye-reconciled-to-god/#comments Fri, 09 Sep 2011 22:40:27 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2143 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-35-be-ye-reconciled-to-god/feed/ 4 As usual, please subscribe in iTunes, but if you adamantly refuse, you can stream it here.   Teacher’s manual Student manual “More Than Conquerors through Him That Loved Us” – Paul V. Johnson As usual, please subscribe in iTunes, but if you adamantly refuse, you can stream it here.   Teacher’s manual Student manual “More Than Conquerors through Him That Loved Us” – Paul V. Johnson http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-35-be-ye-reconciled-to-god/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/sRNoPWK14NA/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-83-the-los-tres-amigos-utah-temple/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2011 19:11:14 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2120 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-83-the-los-tres-amigos-utah-temple/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP83_The_Los_Tres_Amigos_Temple.mp3Download the MP3 of the showLDS men are marrying older for a number of weak reasons and Al questions statistics about LDS divorce rates. The Provo Travelodge is no more! What?! Yes, folks, the Church has bought it along with other parcels of land adjacent to the burned-down Provo Tabernacle. Is this suspect? An awesome looking, privately-funded Joseph Smith movie is out. Al has is pre-review, also known as a preview. The Boise Temple is getting a $13M renovation. Finally, Boise will be given justice! Other news: Updates on Mitch Mayne, the gay bishopric member; missionary mauled by a lion is recovering; pansies in Fort Collins; Brokaw and MoTab remember 9/11; Bushman! Links: Lion mauling Church buys Travelodge Pansies in Fort Collins New Joseph Smith movie (video below) Boise gets upgraded Bushman’s rules for himself Mormon men fear marriage Mitch Mayne MoTab, Brokaw, Remember 9/11 Relative Finder App for Facebook Hey, Play That One by George Michael! It’s just so awesomely terrible. http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP83_The_Los_Tres_Amigos_Temple.mp3Download the MP3 of the showLDS men are marrying older for a number of weak reasons and Al questions statistics about LDS divorce [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/09/episode-83-the-los-tres-amigos-utah-temple/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP83_The_Los_Tres_Amigos_Temple.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/6HWihd1itpw/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-82-barbara-did-you-know/#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 18:42:05 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2095 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-82-barbara-did-you-know/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP82_Barbara_Did_You_Know.mp3Download the MP3 of the showEarthquakes! Hurricanes! Michelle Bachmann would have us believe that God is punishing DC. Geoff reports from the ground. A bishop is hit with felony charges for failing to report a sexual assault on one of his flock. How do bishops balance discretion and confidence with a duty to report lawbreaking?Joanna Brooks has some tough questions for LDS politicians. Joanna Brook is all over the news this week. Jimmer’s getting married. Get over it. To find out how his honeymoon will be, see Episode #53. How does Mitt’s experience distributing welfare and assistance as a bishop play into his political views? Assorted: Mormons on NPR, 18 year-old missionaries, temples help property values, a new MYC building, and Warren Jeffs is in a coma. Whoopie! Links: Bishop charged Spires break off DC Temple in quake NPR and the Misunderstood Faith of Mormons Joanna Brooks asks the tough questions Goodbye, Melvin J. Ballard Building. Hello, Jacob Hamblin Building 18 year-old Elders. Yikes Property values and LDS Temples – FAIR Mitt and welfare Bowling, Geoff’s mom, and the Mormon Times I Represent the Lollipop Guild http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP82_Barbara_Did_You_Know.mp3Download the MP3 of the showEarthquakes! Hurricanes! Michelle Bachmann would have us believe that God is punishing DC. Geoff reports from the [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-82-barbara-did-you-know/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP82_Barbara_Did_You_Know.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/dW__Rh6dA6o/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-81-victims-of-a-four-foot-broomstick/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:02:38 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2072 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-81-victims-of-a-four-foot-broomstick/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP81_Victims_of_a_Four_Foot_Broomstick.mp3Download the MP3 of the showYet another article about how Mormons are leaders, but from a different angle! Mormons aren’t just business leaders because they love business, but because Church culture helps people learn to organize others. The Ogden Temple Facelift. Good or bad? Does it diss the original architect? Are we ditching a dated, but unique, building in favor of something far more modern, generic, and less distinctive? The Washington Post acknowledges that Mormons know how to use the internet. We take charge of our own message and don’t let other dominate the conversation. John Huntsman: Jack Mormon. It’s official, but we still love him. Assorted: San Salvador Temple dedicated; Mormons quest for the White House; an openly gay man serving in a bishopric; and more Washington, DC singles! This time on PBS! Lists of clickety clickers: San Salvador Temple dedicated Ogden Temple. Botched surgery? Mormon men are uber organized Huntsman – “The Church was wrong” Vogue profile of Huntsman – “Like reformed Jews” The Mormon quest for the Presidency Using the Web to control the image Openly gay bishopric member Watch the full episode. See more Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly.   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP81_Victims_of_a_Four_Foot_Broomstick.mp3Download the MP3 of the showYet another article about how Mormons are leaders, but from a different angle! Mormons aren’t just [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-81-victims-of-a-four-foot-broomstick/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP81_Victims_of_a_Four_Foot_Broomstick.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/WxwuSPJaeZI/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-80-romneydan/#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:38:47 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2048 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-80-romneydan/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP80_Romneydan.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIn case you missed it, Stephen Colbert gives Mormons some love. It’s awesome. High-five a tiger! Arizona has two Mormons vying for the GOP nomination for the Senate race, and they’re in the same ward. “It’s like a Mormon version of Jerry Springer,” sources say. We have a great discussion about less activity, the at-risk demographic of 25-35 within the Church, and the shortcomings of the Institute program. Noted LDS scholar and “we’re-different-from-you” missionary work advocate, Gary Lawrence, publishes a new book about Mormon misconceptions. Rock it, Gary! Sherlock Holmes – banned in parts of Virginia for being anti-Mormon. Links: Two Mormons. One Senate seat. Same ward. Mitt Romney’s finances BYU broadcasting building dedicated Sherlock Holmes banned Ramadan at BYU Philadelphia Temple groundbreaking Ward Wars   The Colbert Report Get More: Colbert Report Full Episodes,Political Humor & Satire Blog,Video Archive     http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP80_Romneydan.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIn case you missed it, Stephen Colbert gives Mormons some love. It’s awesome. High-five a tiger! Arizona has two Mormons [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-80-romneydan/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP80_Romneydan.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/SkyU0L24Ac8/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-31-and-so-were-the-churches-established-in-the-faith/#comments Fri, 12 Aug 2011 21:11:27 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=2003 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-31-and-so-were-the-churches-established-in-the-faith/feed/ 1 Subscribe in iTunes. It’s the best way to go! If not, stream it here. Teachers manual Student manual Subscribe in iTunes. It’s the best way to go! If not, stream it here. Teachers manual Student manual http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-31-and-so-were-the-churches-established-in-the-faith/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/6HAgOLCzBrk/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-79-ogden-is-down-to-its-skivvies/#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2011 18:03:54 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1978 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-79-ogden-is-down-to-its-skivvies/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP79_Ogden_Is_Down_to_Its_Skivvies.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPlease join us all in wishing a belated birthday to Al. The man brings us so much joy and happiness. The man is Mormon hungover. A poll on Heavenly Mother. Who is she? What is her relationship to Heavenly Father? By Common Consent seeks to find the answer. The FAIR Conference has concluded, with an interesting presentation about the old Spalding-Rigdon theory about the authorship of the Book of Mormon. Pretty interesting stuff. Joanna Brooks has a post about five myths of Mormonism. Terrific stuff. We are not all white! Speaking of whiteness, Michael Otterson has a few things to say about the Church’s internationalization and how 52% of Mormons now live outside of the US and Canada. Other news: Some funerals for noted former LDS leadership, Mormonism will save the GOP from xenophobia, the Mormon Defense League website, a cryptically Book of Mormon-inspired action movie, and Brandon Davies is making a comeback! Four more years! Four more years! Clicks: Heavenly Mother is… FAIR Conference stuff Five myths about Mormons Funerals for her and for him Mormons will save the GOP Otterson rocks the casbah Mormon Defense League BoM-inspired movie? Brandon Davies is no longer breaking the Honor Code I'm Leaving You http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP79_Ogden_Is_Down_to_Its_Skivvies.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPlease join us all in wishing a belated birthday to Al. The man brings us so much joy and happiness. The [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-79-ogden-is-down-to-its-skivvies/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP79_Ogden_Is_Down_to_Its_Skivvies.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/ExaaJsCjWNI/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-30-god-is-no-respecter-of-persons/#comments Fri, 05 Aug 2011 21:00:11 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1935 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-30-god-is-no-respecter-of-persons/feed/ 0 Please subscribe in iTunes. If you really really don’t like iTunes or us, you can stream it here. Teacher’s manual Student manual Please subscribe in iTunes. If you really really don’t like iTunes or us, you can stream it here. Teacher’s manual Student manual http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-30-god-is-no-respecter-of-persons/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/DK7seBh0A7E/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-78-the-pavement-gave-way/#comments Tue, 02 Aug 2011 19:04:27 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1915 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-78-the-pavement-gave-way/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP78_The_Pavement_Gave_Way.mp3Download the MP3 of the showDouglass Brown vows to never read the Daily Universe again. What this means for your weekend and salvation, just ahead. BeliefNet writer finishes his month trying to be Mormon. Really insightful stuff! A new study shows that using pornography results in violent behavior. Heady stuff. Good ol’ Mark Hoffman has resurfaced. Actual tapes of him conducting his business have been discovered. These are the only audio recordings of Hoffman in action. Warren Jeffs promises a scourge upon those who are prosecuting him. Sickness and death! Man! Go FLDS! New Jerusalem set in Goshen, UT is completed. Can we get a tour? Is this our own Holy Land Experience? The Mormon Bachelorette is down. It’s down, people! In its place, we are bombarded with the “Mormon Matchmaker.” According to Al, people freaked out on a Mormon trek through Iowa but the street fell apart and they were forced to walk on dirt. Find the truth here! Links: BeliefNet blog New Jersusalem set The Mormon Matchmaker Douglass Brown puts down The Daily Universe, add him on Facebook! Warren Jeffs condemns everyone FLDS temple, Righteous Branch of LDS Mark Hoffman in the news Porn leads to violence The New Jerusalem     http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP78_The_Pavement_Gave_Way.mp3Download the MP3 of the showDouglass Brown vows to never read the Daily Universe again. What this means for your weekend and salvation, [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/08/episode-78-the-pavement-gave-way/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP78_The_Pavement_Gave_Way.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/2WVblTdcU60/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-29-the-number-of-the-disciples-was-multiplied/#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:40:08 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1902 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-29-the-number-of-the-disciples-was-multiplied/feed/ 0 Subscribe in iTunes or click to stream  Teacher’s manual Class member study guide   Subscribe in iTunes or click to stream  Teacher’s manual Class member study guide   http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-29-the-number-of-the-disciples-was-multiplied/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/WLt49Q4WAFg/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-77-wanted-john-the-beloved/#comments Wed, 27 Jul 2011 20:03:21 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1883 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-77-wanted-john-the-beloved/feed/ 8 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP77_Wanted_John_the_Beloved.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMyrtle Madness has ended! Geoff and Al recount… some of their adventures. President Monson’s stalker believes himself to be Jesus. As he stands trial, he tells authorities that he had problems, “Only President Monson could help [him] with.” Mitt Romney’s Mormonism is only known by 40% of Americans. Let’s keep it hush hush so that the 25% who won’t vote for a Mormon don’t realize that Romney’s one of them! A temple marriage petition to allow civil marriages immediately before a sealing. Al and Geoff debate the tenets of said petition! Mormon Matters does a great podcast about modesty. We highly recommend listening. Links: Old Grantsville church for sale Mormon Matters: Modesty Paris Temple updates (in French) Lame dating experts Monson stalker Mormonism and the “cult box” Romney’s religion unknown to most Church gets a Roku channel Mainstream Christians can learn from Mormons Temple wedding petition Elder Cook throws a pitch We’ve found one of four immortals Ron Howard directs stupid movie Have You Seen This Boy?   The Paris-Versailles Urban Youth Center http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP77_Wanted_John_the_Beloved.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMyrtle Madness has ended! Geoff and Al recount… some of their adventures. President Monson’s stalker [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-77-wanted-john-the-beloved/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP77_Wanted_John_the_Beloved.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/KZtv-yRtUhQ/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-28-we-are-witnesses/#comments Sat, 23 Jul 2011 14:53:03 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1827 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-28-we-are-witnesses/feed/ 0 Listen to the show here. Teachers manual Student manual Listen to the show here. Teachers manual Student manual http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-28-we-are-witnesses/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/jvVPTuPUqYc/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-76-fox-is-not-your-friend/#comments Tue, 19 Jul 2011 23:55:24 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1802 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-76-fox-is-not-your-friend/feed/ 10 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP76_Fox_Is_Not_Your_Friend.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWe come to you live from exotic Myrtle Beach, SC! Myrtle Mayhem! Ainsley Earhardt, a Fox News correspondent, says that Mitt Romney is “not Christian.” This has really incensed not just Latter-day Saints, but many Mormon apologists across a wide religious spectrum. Fair and balanced. Right. Noted blogger and social media magnate Jesse Stay writes and insightful and inviting piece about reasons to believe the Church. This is one of the better reads we’ve come across in some time. The Church’s tax-exempt status has been called into question as the Church seeks to mollify those who would attempt to strip it. Utah Democrats are rocking the casbah. France is getting a temple! Awesome! This sparks a discussion about general Church administration, namely the rationale behind temples in places where the work is actually receding. Lil Wayne and Jimmer. Together forever. The Mormon Times is gone! Well, sorta. Touch me for luck: Christiangate Basic story on Fox news and Romney Op-ed criticizing Fox News Joanna Brooks has her say Jesse Stay’s great piece Church’s tax-exempt status Utah Democrats Temple in France Toronto consolidates missions Li’l Wayne raps Jimmer Angel Moroni tops Brigham City Temple http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP76_Fox_Is_Not_Your_Friend.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWe come to you live from exotic Myrtle Beach, SC! Myrtle Mayhem! Ainsley Earhardt, a Fox News correspondent, [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-76-fox-is-not-your-friend/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP76_Fox_Is_Not_Your_Friend.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/FQ-CCGAWUvc/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-75-stinking-androgynous-skunk/#comments Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:09:55 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1763 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-75-stinking-androgynous-skunk/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP75_Stinking_Androgynous_Skunk.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMagically terrific documentary video of two LDS missionaries in the Washington, DC area. Way to get on your film noir, Washington Post. The Joanna Brooks show! Joanna Rocks Fox News and also wonders if Mitt Romney is developing a sense of humor about his religion. President Monson has a stalker. Benjamin Staples, you nefarious fool! Tricia Erickson is crazy. Assorted: Harry Potter/Book of Mormon mashup, Mormons in the MLB All-Star Game, Fort Collins Temple location announced Click Me: Romney and long underwear Brooks and Fox News Tricia Erickson and insanity Missionaries and film noir Monson and stalkers Sactown and Jimmergasms Mormons and All-Stars Fort Collins and Colorado I Just Wanted to Meet With the Prophet   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP75_Stinking_Androgynous_Skunk.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMagically terrific documentary video of two LDS missionaries in the Washington, DC area. Way to get on your [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-75-stinking-androgynous-skunk/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP75_Stinking_Androgynous_Skunk.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/0cqIjyOcpI8/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-74-mormons-3-5-asians-0/#comments Tue, 05 Jul 2011 15:33:29 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1644 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-74-mormons-3-5-asians-0/feed/ 1 http://thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP74_Mormons_3.5_Asians_0.mp3Download the MP3 of the showHappy Independence Day, Venezuela and Algeria! Happy belated Canada Day to our Canadian friends! Al desperately wants to help midgets having car trouble. We hope you all had a wonderful Fourth of July! Robin Williams makes a joke at the expense of the Church, and the press gives it way more coverage than it deserves! Mormons have a disproportionately high level of representation in Congress. Because of this, as well as the “Mormon Moment” stuff, Asians are furious! Furious! Other stuff: A Mountain Meadows landmark receives National status, Peggy Fletcher Stack gets hers, some LDS teens are the greatest auto technicians in the world!, updates on GAs not being involved in politics, some temple news… …and The Zarahemla Times!! Links: Mormon teens are automotive geniuses EXCLUSIVE! LDS Church leaders have donated to political candidates Mountain Meadows Monument Mormons vs. Asians Robin Williams is soooooo funny Keep it under your hat We are not alone Temple updates http://thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP74_Mormons_3.5_Asians_0.mp3Download the MP3 of the showHappy Independence Day, Venezuela and Algeria! Happy belated Canada Day to our Canadian friends! Al desperately wants to help midgets having car [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/episode-74-mormons-3-5-asians-0/http://thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP74_Mormons_3.5_Asians_0.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/glKyL4Uqnmg/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-25-not-my-will-by-thine-be-done/#comments Sat, 02 Jul 2011 03:22:49 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1599 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-25-not-my-will-by-thine-be-done/feed/ 2 [haiku url="http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/SSB_NT_Lesson_25_The_Atonement.mp3" title="Sunday School Bonanza Lesson 25"] Class Member Study Guide Teachers Manual Alma 7:13-14 Luke 22 Matthew 26 Mark 14 “Overcome..Even As I Also Overcame” – Neal A. Maxwell “None Were With Him” – Jeffrey R. Holland [haiku url="http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/SSB_NT_Lesson_25_The_Atonement.mp3" title="Sunday School Bonanza Lesson 25"] Class Member Study Guide Teachers Manual Alma 7:13-14 Luke 22 [...] http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/07/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-25-not-my-will-by-thine-be-done/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/Sz0g-dwG1-0/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-73-geoff-has-body-image-issues/#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:34:28 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1545 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-73-geoff-has-body-image-issues/feed/ 6 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP73_Geoff_Has_Body_Image_Issues.mp3Download the MP3 of the showJon Huntsman has a terrible website. Seriously. Time to fire the social media and digital communications staff. It turns out General Authorities can’t take part in political campaigns. Who woulda thought? We long for the days of Apostles serving concurrently in the Eisenhower administration. *sigh*… Richard Bushman, author of Rough Stone Rolling and other works, responds to the humorous, yet false nature of “The Book of Mormon” musical…. not the book. The book is true, people! Al is in love with a story about what he alleges is every missionary’s fantasy. What a terrible, terrible person. This land is your land, O Canada! Mormon.org on Times Square appears to be yielding results, at least in terms of traffic. Hey athletes, put your church first and stop hosing around with money and fame. Links: ABC and the “Mormon Moment” Is the “Mormon Moment” good? Vote Huntsman because he speaks Chinese? In DC and hate driving to the temple? Take the shuttle! Mission before baseball Bushman weighs in Nigerian chess champs! GAs can’t campaign Of Missionaries, tabloids, and leggy women O Canada! Times Square Mormon.org   Progress at Brigham City Temple http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP73_Geoff_Has_Body_Image_Issues.mp3Download the MP3 of the showJon Huntsman has a terrible website. Seriously. Time to fire the social media and digital communications [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-73-geoff-has-body-image-issues/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP73_Geoff_Has_Body_Image_Issues.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/gWu6NpW9ov4/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-24-this-is-life-eternal/#comments Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:55:28 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1523 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-24-this-is-life-eternal/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/SSB_NT_Lesson_24_Holy_Ghost_Intercessory.mp3Download the MP3 of the showEnjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for the week in about ten minutes. Ten minutes! Ten minutes and you’re done! We do ask that you please let us know how you like this new venture, so we can gauge whether it’s of use to anyone or not. Mucho thanks!       Teacher’s manual Class member study guide John 17 “Receive the Holy Ghost” – David A. Bednar, Oct. 2010 Conference   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/SSB_NT_Lesson_24_Holy_Ghost_Intercessory.mp3Download the MP3 of the showEnjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for the week in about ten [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-24-this-is-life-eternal/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/SSB_NT_Lesson_24_Holy_Ghost_Intercessory.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/A0ApyWEGo2M/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-72-beckstromgate/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:56:55 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1498 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-72-beckstromgate/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP72_Beckstromgate.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWell what a program! Such a fun show for everyone this week. We’re joined by Jenna Kim Jones, of Jenna Kim Jones fame. She’s hilarious! Those of you in Utah can see her perform stand-up on July 8-9 at Wiseguys in Trolley Square. Jenna also takes questions about the “Weiner Wheel” on The Daily Show. Kevin Beckstrom. Oh Kevin Beckstrom. The man has finally crossed the line. Find out how. Where is the line between lovingly mocking Mormons and actually preaching hatred? Are we too passive as LDS people? Should we stand up to all of this nonsense? Cecil Samuelson visits the Scottish Parliament, only to be rebuked by a member of said Parliament; and then that Member of Parliament is rebuked by someone else in Parliament. Rebuking in Edinburgh! Want to go on an ice cream hike with us? Too bad. We don’t want to. The Ft. Lauderdale Temple is underway, writers debate “The Book of Mormon” coming to Salt Lake, and there’s a Thomas S. Monson camp in Ontario?? Links: Mocking Mormons Susan Brooks Thislethwaite Teasing makes Mormons merrier “Amos and Andy” Bom to SLC? Commentary on NYC “I’m a Mormon” campaign Cecil in Edinburgh, Cecil rebuked Alaska missionaries use typewriter Racism in the Church – Peggy Fletcher Stack They’re here, they’re square, get used to it! Thomas S. Monson Park? New Gallup poll about Mormons Elder Packer faints. He’s OK now and on his way home. Geoff wrote a lovely article about whether a Mormon can even be active when President of the US   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP72_Beckstromgate.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWell what a program! Such a fun show for everyone this week. We’re joined by Jenna Kim Jones, of Jenna Kim Jones fame. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-72-beckstromgate/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP72_Beckstromgate.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/JKgr9zvaGrI/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-23-love-one-another/#comments Fri, 17 Jun 2011 18:16:07 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1470 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-23-love-one-another/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/SSB_NT_Lesson_23_Love_One_Another.mp3Download the MP3 of the showEnjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for the week in about ten minutes. Ten minutes! Ten minutes and you’re done! We do ask that you please let us know how you like this new venture, so we can gauge whether it’s of use to anyone or not. Mucho thanks!     Student Manual Luke 22 (The Sacrament) John 13 (Washing the feet) John 14 (The way) John 15 (The Vine) A complimentary visual aid http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/SSB_NT_Lesson_23_Love_One_Another.mp3Download the MP3 of the showEnjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for the week in about ten minutes. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-23-love-one-another/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/SSB_NT_Lesson_23_Love_One_Another.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/j2npYiO0d60/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-71-a-tour-of-italy-gastronomically/#comments Wed, 15 Jun 2011 18:40:18 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1405 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-71-a-tour-of-italy-gastronomically/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP71_A_Tour_of_Italy_Gastronomically.mp3Download the MP3 of the showUnrelated to Mormon news, but Al continues to fail to understand why Geoff loves Disneyland so much. KSL drops “The Playboy Club” because of its relation to some sort of obscure gentlemen’s magazine. TV affiliates picking and choosing in an effort to censor. Right or wrong? To no one’s surprise, “The Book of Mormon” cleans up at the Tonys. The Church has responded by started an “I’m a Mormon” campaign on Times Square. Branch presidents are getting deported, and the Church releases another statement on immigration, this one siding a bit more with the law. Does being a Mormon and – more importantly – serving a mission influence foreign policy outlook? Mitt debates and appears on Piers Morgan. And boy is he a defensive kid! Other news: Glenn Beck has a new site, the Church gets social networking into genealogy work, Deseret Book releases an iOS app, LDS fraternities get the axe, and those blasted Texans won’t let us build a meetinghouse! …And… “The Marriage Ref” is still ON?????? Clickety Clik: Open letter to evangelical critic by Michael Otterson Social networking and genealogy Mitt and Piers Glenn Beck’s new network Book of Mormon at the Tonys “I’m a Mormon” in NYC Immigration Both sides like new Church statement Two branch presidents deported Official Church statement Dang you, Texas! Goodbye, “Playboy Club” Deseret Book iPhone app Mormonism and Foreign Policy http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP71_A_Tour_of_Italy_Gastronomically.mp3Download the MP3 of the showUnrelated to Mormon news, but Al continues to fail to understand why Geoff loves Disneyland so much. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-71-a-tour-of-italy-gastronomically/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP71_A_Tour_of_Italy_Gastronomically.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/w5AlrZVNtvw/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-22-inherit-the-kingdom-prepared-for-you/#comments Sat, 11 Jun 2011 01:27:34 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1377 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-22-inherit-the-kingdom-prepared-for-you/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_22_Parables.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Enjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for the week in about ten minutes. Ten minutes! Ten minutes and you’re done! We do ask that you please let us know how you like this new venture, so we can gauge whether it’s of use to anyone or not. Mucho thanks!       Matthew 25 Read lesson in the New Testament Class Member Study Guide Lynn G. Robbins – “Oil in Our Lamps” Ronald A. Rasband – “Parables of Jesus: The Parable of the Talents”   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_22_Parables.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Enjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for the week in about ten minutes. Ten minutes! [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-22-inherit-the-kingdom-prepared-for-you/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_22_Parables.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/sl7KBcSC5z0/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-70-a-prayer-and-a-cuddle/#comments Tue, 07 Jun 2011 22:28:37 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1364 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-70-a-prayer-and-a-cuddle/feed/ 5 http://thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP70_A_Prayer_and_a_Cuddle.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Phoenix Temple construction gets underway. Missionary guidelines for senior couples change. Listen in to find out how! The Moscow Stake is organized by Elder Nelson. Horosho, indeed. Should we write more stories about YSA? A new PEW poll shows Americans are a little bit more inclined to elect a Mormon than they were four years ago. And of course, the Zarahemla times. Links:   Phoenix Temple groundbreaking Most awesome Crystal City singles headline yet Geriatric Missionary guidelines changing Romney on Newsweek Mormons Rock! Stories about YSA. Ye or nay? Evangelicals and the Romney question New PEW poll http://thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP70_A_Prayer_and_a_Cuddle.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Phoenix Temple construction gets underway. Missionary guidelines for senior couples change. Listen in to find out how! The Moscow Stake is [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-70-a-prayer-and-a-cuddle/http://thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP70_A_Prayer_and_a_Cuddle.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/VjrGXWnwtr4/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-21-the-second-coming/#comments Fri, 03 Jun 2011 18:19:22 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1350 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-21-the-second-coming/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_21_The_Second_Coming.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Enjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for the week in about ten minutes. Ten minutes! Ten minutes and you’re done! We do ask that you please let us know how you like this new venture, so we can gauge whether it’s of use to anyone or not. Mucho thanks!       http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_21_The_Second_Coming.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Enjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for the week in about ten minutes. Ten [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-21-the-second-coming/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_21_The_Second_Coming.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/8yFNfM4lb94/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-69-pony-rider/#comments Wed, 01 Jun 2011 17:58:05 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1322 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-69-pony-rider/feed/ 7 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP69_Pony_Rider.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMore madness about the Crystal City chapel. Seriously, it’s like the media thinks this is the first time a singles ward has been created. The Washington Post and Time are to blame this time around. Joanna Brooks rocks an evangelical author who argues that a vote for Mitt Romney is a vote for the LDS Church. Does your horse have equine herpes? Never fear! Stick ponies are here! Al loves the Book of Mormon soundtrack. Mitt Romney loves the Book of Mormon musical, too, apparently. *cough* A real Mormon is on the real Bachelorette, and the Mormon Bachelorette has also been announced. It is a scary week for all of us. Links: Joanna Brooks rocks…. …this man for saying this Elizabeth Smart talks the mish Ride the Tiger! (Pony) Washington Post wants you to get married, LDS kids Time Magazine does not understand singles wards Listen to the BoM soundtrack Mitt wants to see “The Book of Mormon” Jon Heder gets a pilot Jimmer should stay in Utah A Mormon on The Bachelorette A Mormon Bachelorette   Hi Ashley, We Look Forward to Making Fun of Your Experience It's All A Conspiracy! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP69_Pony_Rider.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMore madness about the Crystal City chapel. Seriously, it’s like the media thinks this is the first time a singles ward [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/06/episode-69-pony-rider/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP69_Pony_Rider.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/JCbOVLYK_M4/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-20-hypocrisy/#comments Fri, 27 May 2011 18:28:28 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1306 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-20-hypocrisy/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_20_Hypocrisy.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Enjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for this week in about ten minutes. Ten minutes! Ten minutes and you’re done! We do ask that you please let us know how you like this new venture, so we can gauge whether it’s of use to anyone or not. Mucho thanks! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_20_Hypocrisy.mp3Download the MP3 of the show Enjoy our new feature where we go over a forthcoming Gospel Doctrine lesson for this week in about ten minutes. Ten [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/sunday-school-bonanza-lesson-20-hypocrisy/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/Lesson_20_Hypocrisy.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/bzJn3ER2_WU/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-68-tigeh-beateh/#comments Mon, 23 May 2011 19:22:49 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1286 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-68-tigeh-beateh/feed/ 10 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP68_Tigeh_Beateh.mp3Download the MP3 of the showNo Rapture. Life goes on. Bob Woodward hires Geoff as his personal massage therapist! Are you TBM? Mitt Romney is. But ARE YOU?? Ladies, stop pining away after President Uchtdorf. You are coveting. COVETING! A Merrill Lynch employee allegedly gets sacked for being “too Mormon.” Lame. Geoff has a ball reviewing a review of the recent box office flop, “Priest.” It pertains to LDS people, don’t worry. And…temple closures, temple open houses, updates on the Brock case, and Huntsman hates utah! Link: MoBach begins new season Rapture Poll Open house of Quetzaltenango Temple Boise Temple closing… FOREVER! K, not really. Huntsman hates Utah Bishops in the Brock case not prosecuted “Priest”! Stop dreaming of becoming Mrs. Uchtdorf Merrill Lynch discriminates TBM = dumb This is not what the Mormons do in Rome http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP68_Tigeh_Beateh.mp3Download the MP3 of the showNo Rapture. Life goes on. Bob Woodward hires Geoff as his personal massage therapist! Are you TBM? Mitt Romney is. But [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-68-tigeh-beateh/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP68_Tigeh_Beateh.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/wgkGu8XW6Lc/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-67-men-for-pantyhose/#comments Tue, 17 May 2011 16:16:25 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1264 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-67-men-for-pantyhose/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP67_Men_for_Pantyhose.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe King James Version of the Bible turns 400! Pretty cool. We discuss some of the history of the KJV and celebrate through holy reverence. Peggy Fletcher Stack continues to amaze! She’s our new McKay. Geoff spends awhile lambasting a new article about the Crystal City ward, which is apparently a YSA ward (it’s not) and is also synonymous with a church building (it’s not). Romney. Huntsman. We don’t want to beat a dead horse, but perhaps they effectively come from different generations of Mormons, thus explaining their different ways of addressing their faith publicly. We love pantyhose, and things transpired in the past week that will deeply hurt our preference for those lovely nylon leg-shapers! Al mocks Geoff for not knowing about settlement history within the Church. Geoff cries and walks out of the show. Links: Why the LDS Church tops Facebook page rankings Religious belief is human nature, study finds Come to the new singles ward opening up! FLETCHER! KJV finds niche within the Church 400 years of KJV! BYU rugby in championship Vandals in Denver! The hose have got to go! Different strains of Mormonism Recap on Beyond BYU event Find Geoff’s fan page on FB   This Can Be Our Future If We'll Only Just Embrace It! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP67_Men_for_Pantyhose.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe King James Version of the Bible turns 400! Pretty cool. We discuss some of the history of the KJV and celebrate [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-67-men-for-pantyhose/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP67_Men_for_Pantyhose.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/PZ2_HvThv3E/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-66-balloons-for-peace/#comments Tue, 10 May 2011 18:21:20 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1240 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-66-balloons-for-peace/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP66_Balloons_for_Peace.mp3Download the MP3 of the showScott Anderson: A Living Legend Moscow is getting a stake! Moskva! Good for Russia! And we talk some other Church statistics over from 2000-2010. Peter Vidmar, noted Olympian and recently-appointed Chief of Mission for the US Olympic team has resigned due to pressure from those against his stance on Califronia’s Prop 8. Jacked up. How “Mormon” is Jon Huntsman? The mystery continues. A journalist says that Mormons will be “expected” to vote for Mitt Romney by their church. Uh… In other bits – Marie Osmond re-re-marries, Book of Mormon on Broadway gets a gagillion Tony nominations, FHE treats are the way forward, the Hummer Mom gets in trouble!, and balloons rise in Phoenix! Balloons! —and more! Clicking: President Monson speaks at Dixie Moscow stake! Other Church stats Peter Vidmar departs Tony nods for BoM Lessons through FHE treats! Silly kids and flash mobs Hummer mom Balloons for Peace Romney farce Huntmsan – great Mormon or greatest Mormon? Bridal things are changing! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP66_Balloons_for_Peace.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMoscow is getting a stake! Moskva! Good for Russia! And we talk some other Church statistics over from 2000-2010. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-66-balloons-for-peace/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP66_Balloons_for_Peace.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/VQx2DG_oyAU/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-65-the-white-has-got-to-go/#comments Tue, 03 May 2011 17:24:08 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1214 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-65-the-white-has-got-to-go/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP65_The_White_Has_Got_to_Go.mp3Download the MP3 of the showA slew of stuff this week! Conservative LDS folk find themselves at odds with the Church over Utah’s HB 116. Welcome to the other side, folks. Liberal LDS people are amused… and adorable Salvadorian branch presidents are deported. Propaganda art is pulled from the BYU Bookstore by the artist. Apparently he does not approve of BYU’s political neutrality. Phoenix hates righteousness. They don’t want a temple and they loathe white lightpoles. Yes, lightpoles. The Mormon Times explains to us how to use iTunes. The Atlanta, Georgia Temple is finally rededicated following an extensive renovation. MTC curriculum is reported to be changing. Oh yeah, and bin Laden is dead. Links: Phoenix hates righteousness Atlanta Temple rededicated Church’s second solar-powered meetinghouse Elder Holland visits the Persian Gulf Immigration: Conservative members on the outs LDS Newsroom statement Branch president deported? The spirit of Reagan will not live in BYU’s Bookstore! U of U president Michael Young gets hate from the godless Pacific Northwest How to use iTunes according to the Mormon Times MTC curriculum changing? It just gets better and better!     Definitely Non-Partisan http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP65_The_White_Has_Got_to_Go.mp3Download the MP3 of the showA slew of stuff this week! Conservative LDS folk find themselves at odds with the Church over Utah’s HB 116. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/05/episode-65-the-white-has-got-to-go/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP65_The_White_Has_Got_to_Go.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/1HJ15VGWgX8/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-64-defenders-of-feminism/#comments Tue, 26 Apr 2011 16:48:06 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1186 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-64-defenders-of-feminism/feed/ 12 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP64_Defenders_of_Feminism.mp3Download the MP3 of the show If we cease to exist next week because of the piles of lawsuits that will inevitably come our way because of Al’s remarks on this episode, it’s been a good ride. Thanks, folks! Much love! Continued analysis on why men in the Church fail to marry. Hint: It’s the women’s fault. Are missionaries going to cease tracting? What?? BYUSA brings us their own unwitting version of Hotornot.com entitled YFashion. It’s amazing. And by amazing we mean awful. And by awful we mean awesome. Some Utahans have ceased to pay tithing because of the Church’s approval of the Utah Compact involving immigration. No Church PAC, folks! Missionaries are out of Ivory Coast. Period. Aspiring filmmaker seeks to make Duck Beach documentary! Yes! BASE jumping off of the Church Office Building. Revealed! And “McKay Coppins” is “addicted” to “pornography.” Click: Our lovely smiling guy gets no love Tracting. Yes or no? Goodbye, Cote d’Ivoire YFashion is AMAZING Mormons MBAs get together and look down on everyone else Oh McKay… No marriage! Men are wimps Women do not entice! No LDS PAC Restoration of Joseph Smith home in Susquehanna   Fashion Forward Church Office Building from Marshall Miller on Vimeo. http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP64_Defenders_of_Feminism.mp3Download the MP3 of the show If we cease to exist next week because of the piles of lawsuits that will inevitably come our way because of [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-64-defenders-of-feminism/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP64_Defenders_of_Feminism.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/aDyCXYlGu-4/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-63-what-a-fun-sexy-mural-for-you/#comments Tue, 19 Apr 2011 19:22:38 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1169 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-63-what-a-fun-sexy-mural-for-you/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP63_What_A_Fun_Sexy_Mural_For_You.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIs there a more misunderstood, maligned group than those at TWiM? Student wards are done! No more! Just YSA wards from here on out. Have fun with that, BYU. There are pros and cons to this, which we discuss on the show. Inflation has finally hit the Church’s storehouse. Prices are up. It was inevitable. Cottonwood Heights is got some flava! Church Public Affairs director Michael Otterson has some words about “The Book of Mormon” musical. Also, the return of “Worthless Stories Out of the Mormon Times.” The Mormon Times can help you start a blog, Mormons are apparently the most misunderstood religious group ever, and BYU’s Honor Code allegedly targets blacks. Goodie. Links: Rising cocoa prices will ruin us Farewell, student wards Go, Otterson, Go! Murals are sexy! BYU sponsoring Seder meals Honor Code targets blacks No one understands Mormons Learn to start a blog! It’s easy! It’s fun! It’s for everyone! 150 million copies of the Book of Mormon printed   Profound Scientific Analysis http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP63_What_A_Fun_Sexy_Mural_For_You.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIs there a more misunderstood, maligned group than those at TWiM? Student wards are done! No more! Just [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-63-what-a-fun-sexy-mural-for-you/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP63_What_A_Fun_Sexy_Mural_For_You.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/MtL9Znfa8JQ/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-62-kevin-barney-is-a-coward/#comments Mon, 11 Apr 2011 06:53:03 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1155 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-62-kevin-barney-is-a-coward/feed/ 31 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP62_Kevin_Barney_Is_a_Coward.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPost-Conference post-mortem on dating and the like. It never ends. Chumps. Terrific statistical data about Church growth across a wide range of criteria. This really is fascinating stuff. On that same note, a BYU feller creates an impressively functional database of all General Conference talks since the Church began keeping records. Dating. Al hates it. Geoff loves it. Geoff also loves women, whom Al thinks are dainty little flowers. The Hymns are not exclusively LDS. Who knew???? KLINGONS! Links: Statistical report Stat spreadsheet Corpus of GC talks Kevin Barney: Pansy Derek – “Let the women do it for me” Other faith’s hymns in OUR hymnal. WHAT???? Susan Brock sentenced Pansy.       http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP62_Kevin_Barney_Is_a_Coward.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPost-Conference post-mortem on dating and the like. It never ends. Chumps. Terrific statistical data about [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-62-kevin-barney-is-a-coward/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP62_Kevin_Barney_Is_a_Coward.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/-LFbSM14dxY/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-61-see-scott-grow/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2011 20:45:07 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1126 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-61-see-scott-grow/feed/ 7 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP61_See_Scott_Run.mp3Download the MP3 of the showGeneral Conference recap! What a great Conference it was. We’ll share our thoughts and insights about the joys to be had. Other than that, just some assorted news, specifically that BYU is building some sort of cult compound on 900 E. Reasons behind the Provo Tabernacle fire confirmed. Our take on “The Book of Mormon” musical. You’ll be surprised. Seriously. Quotage: New BYU Stake Center Portable temples? Church sues Albany. Albany stinks! Updates on City Creek development Worst day of contacting, ever Three new temples Provo Tabernacle   Setup and Punchline Someone's Been Busy During Breaks From Shooting   Taken With A Lone-Legged Tripod   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP61_See_Scott_Run.mp3Download the MP3 of the showGeneral Conference recap! What a great Conference it was. We’ll share our thoughts and insights about the joys to be [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/04/episode-61-see-scott-grow/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP61_See_Scott_Run.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/VmndQ4Qr-1s/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-60-leggings-still-not-pants/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2011 17:02:45 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1107 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-60-leggings-still-not-pants/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP60_Leggings_Still_Not_Pants.mp3Download the MP3 of the showReligion is dying in a number of countries, studies say. Mark Zuckerberg speaks to a half-filled Marriott Center at BYU. The Zuck was with Orrin Hatch, talking about technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Details on the show. An over-zealous BYU student decides that leggings are not pants, and that they will ruin your life and make you look terrible. He is a fiend. Updates on temple construction worldwide! The LDSTech Conference is filled up! Get there, people! And online missionaries make us happy. So very, very happy. Links: Religion goes by-by Moroni adorns KC Temple Yet another stupid Mormon Times article about Conference food LDSTech Conference Way to Facebook, missionaries! Mormons in Baseball Will Swenson directs a special film Zuckerberg at BYU Leggings actually are pants Congrats to Janna Mcferson’s FHE Book getting picked up by Deseret Book! BUY IT!   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP60_Leggings_Still_Not_Pants.mp3Download the MP3 of the showReligion is dying in a number of countries, studies say. Mark Zuckerberg speaks to a half-filled Marriott [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-60-leggings-still-not-pants/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP60_Leggings_Still_Not_Pants.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/5WbOLdkYmZY/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-59-the-immaculate-confection/#comments Tue, 22 Mar 2011 16:15:38 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1093 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-59-the-immaculate-confection/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP59_The_Immaculate_Confection.mp3Download the MP3 of the showBlah blah blah. Jimmer. March Madness. Blah blah blah. The .xxx domain name finally gets approval from ICANN after the Bush administration effectively blocked the motion for years. Family groups are up in arms, but is this really a bad thing? Updates on missionaries in Japan, the Church’s involvement in Japan, and Lovers in Japan. An innocent, humble BYU student gets fired for blurting out an expletive while at work. Listen here to hear the story. The Shakers were once many, but are now just three. THREE! Richard B. Wirthlin, former head pollster for Reagan, Seventy, and brother of Joseph B. Wirthlin, passes away at age 80. We were tired of not having a reason to love McKay Coppins, so we created one for ourselves. Find out how. Links: Richard Wirthlin passes .xxx domain name approve Shakers! Jesus Fish Chocolates! Current evidence suggests God has a wife Japan Home teaching aids the effort Missionaries in Sendai sent home early Fired for swearing Follow McKay Coppins on Twitter SERIOUSLY?????? http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP59_The_Immaculate_Confection.mp3Download the MP3 of the showBlah blah blah. Jimmer. March Madness. Blah blah blah. The .xxx domain name finally gets approval from ICANN [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-59-the-immaculate-confection/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP59_The_Immaculate_Confection.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/6XduwjhMdJ4/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-58-lds-tech-makes-us-uglier/#comments Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:41:33 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1074 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-58-lds-tech-makes-us-uglier/feed/ 25 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP58_LDS_Tech_Makes_Us_Uglier.mp3Download the MP3 of the showSome updates on Church efforts in Japan following the earthquake/tsunami/nuclear explosions, etc. The Dalai Lama is retiring, at least politically-speaking. What does this have to do with the Mormon world?  Everything! Trey Parker and Matt Stone, creators of “South Park” and the new musical, “The Book of Mormon,” made an appearance on “The Daily Show” to promote their new musical. It was pretty interesting, mostly due to Jon Stewart’s over-the-top enthusiasm for the whole thing. Should your TWiM hosts go and see it? Bring back the beard! A blog devoted to bringing beards back to the Church. Geoff rants against LDS Tech. In fact, it seems he hates LDS Tech. Why the love for Apple? Where’s the Android love? What did we do to deserve this?? Also, Al calls himself a “technophobe” … Mormon Stories is a great podcast. Check it out. We discuss this past week’s show, which dealt with some pretty heady stuff. We won’t even write it on here, but listen in. It was actually the base of one of the more serious discussions we’ve had on TWiM. We know, right? TWiM? Serious??? Al makes a doof of himself in front of Harry Reid. …Other assorted joys. Clicking these is hardcore. You are bi-winning: Newsroom updates on tsunami stuff Goodbye, Dalai Lama Free Tibet! Mormon Stories podcast Bring back the beard! Mormons and beards in The Atlantic Church breaks a Guinness record Lindy Hill is evil Look at the hard data… ANDROID!     Fear the Beard   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP58_LDS_Tech_Makes_Us_Uglier.mp3Download the MP3 of the showSome updates on Church efforts in Japan following the earthquake/tsunami/nuclear explosions, etc. The Dalai [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-58-lds-tech-makes-us-uglier/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP58_LDS_Tech_Makes_Us_Uglier.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/MJSn7r0f3gk/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-57-road-trip-to-the-end-of-the-world/#comments Mon, 07 Mar 2011 20:05:58 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1042 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-57-road-trip-to-the-end-of-the-world/feed/ 18 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP57_Road_Trip_to_the_End_of_the_World.mp3Download the MP3 of the showRecap on  Daviesgate. Thanks for commenting on Geoff’s post. Keep it up! The Honor Code is certainly a thrilling topic of discussion. Al. Geoff. Two forlorn men on a quest to find love. We will tell you what the problem is, ladies, and what you can do to fix it. The world is ending on May 21. Take that, Aztecs. Time Magazine has decided that having children ruins families. Wait, what? Geoff hates “Glee,” and Daily Universe writers should be ashamed of themselves. Utah does well in a Gallup poll gauging the Happiness Index. Poor Kentucky. Assorted items: Phoenix temple gets parking, upcoming LDS Tech conference. Clicking! Brandon Davies was not the first BYU athlete to get the boot for getting busy We must all marry Romanians End of the world! (see below) Families stink Ruddy Glee Happiness index Phoenix temple parking Differences between Huntsman and Romney LDS Tech conference. Email us!   http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP57_Road_Trip_to_the_End_of_the_World.mp3Download the MP3 of the showRecap on  Daviesgate. Thanks for commenting on Geoff’s post. Keep it up! The Honor Code is [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-57-road-trip-to-the-end-of-the-world/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP57_Road_Trip_to_the_End_of_the_World.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/-CFsI4Kx7tA/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-56-intervention/#comments Wed, 02 Mar 2011 17:42:43 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=1007 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-56-intervention/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP56_Intervention.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPolygamist men are less and less virile with subsequent wives, sources say. This just makes no sense. Law of diminishing returns! Socialism in the Book of Mormon? An op-ed in the Salt Lake Trib says yes. We at TWiM are the deciders and will get to the bottom of the issue. We will make it make sense. Early reviews of “The Book of Mormon” on Broadway are in. Allegedly, it’s a raunchy, feel-good exercise in debauchery. Not quite sure how all of that works together, but I suppose there’s a reason “American Pie” was such a box office hit in its day. Geoff has an important question for you listeners about something important. You have to listen to the show to find out how important it is and subsequently respond with importance. Dirty Jimmer jokes are banned from the BYU-SDSU game! MoTab gets the most prestigious of awards. …and The Zarahemla Times! Go Beckstrom, Go! Rub my belly: Polygamists shoot blanks Union of Soviet Socialist Mormons If it’s from the makers of South Park, can it really be that bad? No poking! General Conference dates announced. Phwew! The MTC turns 50! MoTab gets the Orem award Come Back to Us http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP56_Intervention.mp3Download the MP3 of the showPolygamist men are less and less virile with subsequent wives, sources say. This just makes no sense. Law of diminishing [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/03/episode-56-intervention/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP56_Intervention.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/T48d1W63QV8/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-55-the-anti-porn-symphony-to-touch-a-jiggler/#comments Mon, 21 Feb 2011 18:39:25 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=993 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-55-the-anti-porn-symphony-to-touch-a-jiggler/feed/ 27 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP55_The_Anti_Porn_Symphony_To_Touch_A_Jiggler.mp3Download the MP3 of the showKen Jennings has failed humanity. The machines will kills us all. Should we do away with the King James Version of the Bible? Is it antiquated and incorrect at this point? An Orem woman gets swindled by a Nigerian prince British dude on LDSLinkUp to the tune of $200,000. Might we soon see missionaries in Cuba? Sources say yes. Latino activists urge Mexico to bar American missionaries. The father of the 5 Browns is a schmuck. A concert to go against porn! Yes! Your comments and letters! …and more stories from the Mormon Times about food and junk like that. Seriously? Links: Why the KJT is outdated Why the KJT is infallible and amazing Another reason not to use LDSLinkUp Cuba! Filthy Five Brown Jerk Kill the Americans Ken Jennings causes our demise LDS among fastest-growing churches Concerts against porn Drunk dude breaks into AZ church Original text of the BoM Icons of Mormon food Da pidgin Bible http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP55_The_Anti_Porn_Symphony_To_Touch_A_Jiggler.mp3Download the MP3 of the showKen Jennings has failed humanity. The machines will kills us all. Should we do away with the [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-55-the-anti-porn-symphony-to-touch-a-jiggler/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP55_The_Anti_Porn_Symphony_To_Touch_A_Jiggler.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/Ids3IfSHz7o/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-54-elder-johnson-wants-to-drop-somebody/#comments Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:20:08 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=967 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-54-elder-johnson-wants-to-drop-somebody/feed/ 15 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP54_Elder_Johnson_Wants_to_Drop_Somebody.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Mormon Bachelor is over! Yay! Props to our friends at MoBach, though. They’ve done a great job. Is Jimmer the greatest missionary in the world? Ever? Elder Cook makes some interesting remarks about singles wards, namely that the “ideal way” of doing this is for them not to exist altogether? Al desperately wants to feel a woman’s hand on him. Lawsuits are fun. A woman sues the Church over injuries sustained during a 2005 activity. A missionary in California saves a man from a crashed plane! Is it him? Is it In-N-Out? This is a miracle, but either way, Elder Johnson clearly wants to kill you. The Claremont Colleges are starting a new Mormon journal. Submit your stuff today! And Al finds out the truth behind the Brandon Flowers music video. Clickety click MoBach SL Trib article Daily Universe loves Buckman Jimmer. Missionary. Deity-esque. Will Huntsman and Romney hurt the church? Responses to “Feel A Man’s Hand on Me.” Suing the Church New Mormon studies journal Elder Johnson is out for blood I Will Eat Your Children http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP54_Elder_Johnson_Wants_to_Drop_Somebody.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Mormon Bachelor is over! Yay! Props to our friends at MoBach, though. They’ve done a great [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-54-elder-johnson-wants-to-drop-somebody/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP54_Elder_Johnson_Wants_to_Drop_Somebody.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/-Kr7zJcZsIg/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-53-jimmergasm/#comments Wed, 09 Feb 2011 20:03:52 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=919 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-53-jimmergasm/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP53_Jimmergasm.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe grave of Zechariah has been found. Holla. Religion is the foundation of democracy and prosperity? Clayton says yes. Also, E. Oaks speaks on religious freedom at Chapman University. A disgruntled BYU student argues that we should stop pressuring young men to serve missions, you know, because it’s not about duty at all. The UN has no testimony.  Find out why. McKay Coppins resurrects, like a phoenix from the ashes! Assorted news: Church issues a statement regarding Book of Mormon musical; awesome jokes within mormon.org chats; Zarahemla Times! Remember, comment on stuff at the ZT! Touch me for fun Zechariah.  FOUND! Religious base and prosperity E. Oaks’ comments at Chapman How dare you expect me to serve a mission! The UN hates families Book of Mormon musical statement Mormon.org joke Stupid Jimmer More McKay.  Always more McKay. "Kaaaaahhhhhhn!" http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP53_Jimmergasm.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe grave of Zechariah has been found. Holla. Religion is the foundation of democracy and prosperity? Clayton says yes. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-53-jimmergasm/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP53_Jimmergasm.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/JpQcmAzrkk8/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-52-hot-sauce-in-the-mouth-and-a-cold-shower/#comments Tue, 01 Feb 2011 15:37:00 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=876 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-52-hot-sauce-in-the-mouth-and-a-cold-shower/feed/ 11 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP52_Hot_Sauce_in_the_Mouth_and_A_Cold_Shower.mp3Download the MP3 of the showOur 52nd show!  One year of TWiM!  Thanks to all of you for your support and participation!  We really appreciate it. Thanks for going with us on our journey to mock True Mormon Love.  It’s been such a journey.  This journey will continue into the foreseeable future. A Mormon mom abuses her child in Anchorage.  Turns out people know how to use their limbs there!  Dr. Phil is dumb.  This story is dumb. John Huntsman quits as Ambassador to China.  Is this a precursor to a presidential bid? In all likelihood it is.  2012 will be the Year of the Mormons! Yay! Racism in the Church? Do we need a Diversity Specialist calling in our wards? The Marriott hotel chain is removing on-demand porn from their rooms. Too little too late? More protests regarding the Phoenix Temple.  A large gorilla is now involved. The Church has a new site to help with volunteering.  It’s great. Go there and volunteer! Atlanta Temple rededication dates announced.  Indianapolis Temple site chosen. Go to Vyou.com and ask us questions!  It’s fun and silly. The Links-Upon-Tyne: Shocking video of abuse! Huntsman steps down 2012 – The year of the Mormons.  Also, the end of the world. Marriott ditches porn Related op-ed from Deseret News Open house for Atlanta Temple Site chosen for Indianapolis Temple Distribution Center and Deseret Book to be combined Phoenix Temple protests Church occupies former bank Ward Diversity Specialist Brazil MTC nearly empty Neighborhood Protests Mormon Temple Height: MyFoxPHOENIX.com http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP52_Hot_Sauce_in_the_Mouth_and_A_Cold_Shower.mp3Download the MP3 of the showOur 52nd show!  One year of TWiM!  Thanks to all of you for your support and participation! [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/02/episode-52-hot-sauce-in-the-mouth-and-a-cold-shower/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP52_Hot_Sauce_in_the_Mouth_and_A_Cold_Shower.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/z6rE1tVvhls/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-51-feel-a-mans-hand-on-me/#comments Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:40:22 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=820 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-51-feel-a-mans-hand-on-me/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP51_Feel_a_Mans_Hand_on_Me.mp3Download the MP3 of the showA harrowing, humbling account in a New York Times article discusses the pitfalls and difficulty in being an unmarried Mormon well into one’s life.  Is there hope?  Are there answers?  What should the Church do with these members? The “Book of Mormon” musical plot details are revealed. Hint: None of it actually involves the stories in the Book of Mormon. A BYU study cited in The Economist argues that celibacy before marriage leads to stabler, more fulfilling relationships.  Clearly these people have never been to Thailand. Church stats – The Church owns a bazillion websites.  One guy decided to track the traffic to all of them and compare.  Pretty interesting stuff. We have some assorted news items – stealing Church records, Glenn Beck is some sort of new age deity, and a Jamaican missionary is a victim of non-friendly fire. Sad. Click or Die New York Times article Responses within the Bloggernacle Book of Mormon musical details No lovin’ before marriage, son! Church traffic Dead missionary Stealing 17 checks and church records Glenn Beck forever http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP51_Feel_a_Mans_Hand_on_Me.mp3Download the MP3 of the showA harrowing, humbling account in a New York Times article discusses the pitfalls and difficulty in being an [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-51-feel-a-mans-hand-on-me/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP51_Feel_a_Mans_Hand_on_Me.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/QG3yI5hPzX8/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-50-smart-defeats-monson/#comments Mon, 17 Jan 2011 05:59:15 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=772 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-50-smart-defeats-monson/feed/ 3 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP50_Smart_Defeats_Monson.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFlooding in Australia kills everyone.  The missionaries are OK, though. Non-LDS women are addicted to Mormon Mom blogs.  It’s a hilarious article from Salon.com and provides a lot of really interesting insights into how non-members view the LDS lifestyle. Elizabeth Smart – Mormon of the Year Devout Christians in Gilbert, AZ are on a mission to promote awareness about who the Mormons really are.  A DVD loaded with nonsense about the Church is being circulated in the area.  Ignore, it friends.  Just ignore it. A terrific new photography book chronicles Mormon life around the world. And lastly, we issue a call to those disaffected viewers of “The Mormon Bachelor” who frown upon the propaganda machine perpetuated by the producers of the show.  Come to us for freedom of thought and speech! Links: Australia flooding impacts members Mormon Mom Blogs for Non-Mormon Non-Moms Hatred and Ignorance in Gilbert Elizabeth Smart is the Man Photo Book http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP50_Smart_Defeats_Monson.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFlooding in Australia kills everyone.  The missionaries are OK, though. Non-LDS women are addicted to Mormon Mom [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-50-smart-defeats-monson/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP50_Smart_Defeats_Monson.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/fO5s95OCtss/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-49-action-cards-can-create-havoc/#comments Wed, 12 Jan 2011 10:40:33 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=765 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-49-action-cards-can-create-havoc/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP49_Action_Cards_Can_Create_Havoc.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe brother of a General Authority poses as a therapist and sexually harasses his clients.  Why weren’t we prepared?? 13 Articles of Mormon Culture.  It’s not as good as it sounds. Ties. Yes. Ties. The Church appears to soften a bit when it comes to homosexuals.  They invited them to see David Archuleta sing with MoTab. Gays.  Archuleta. Updates on the Tuscon shooting.  Does extreme rhetoric cause violence? Inventions in Mormonism! – CAPTURE! Los enlaces: Naughty brother of General Authority 12+1 Articles of Mormon Culture Ties Gays love Archuleta Rhetoric and Violence Capture! Ogden Temple closing dates announced Utah’s education system sucks. Enjoy a list of all 50ish states. http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP49_Action_Cards_Can_Create_Havoc.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe brother of a General Authority poses as a therapist and sexually harasses his clients.  Why [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-49-action-cards-can-create-havoc/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP49_Action_Cards_Can_Create_Havoc.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/mM7J9yRY08g/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-48-build-your-legos-to-god/#comments Mon, 03 Jan 2011 22:51:28 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=738 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-48-build-your-legos-to-god/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP48_Build_Your_Legos_to_God.mp3Download the MP3 of the showRick Buck, The Mormon Bachelor, joins us in studio as part of our panel.  The fun!  The whimsy!  We talk MoBach and Rick graces us with his inspired thoughts and opinions. Illegal immigration.  A terrific Los Angeles Times article highlights the divide on the issue within the Church, using two men, both Church members, to illustrate the ongoing battle.   How do we reconcile our devotion to obeying the laws of the land while still showing compassion towards the less fortunate and working to keep families together? The Top 10 LDS news stories of 2010, according to our friends at the Mormon Times. Orson Scott Card rebukes Al… rather indirectly; but the principle stands! The Church has built an absolutely massive set south of Goshen.  Yes, Goshen.  It is to be used to film all-new New Testament stories to replace current educational videos. Modesty.  Finland.  Jonna.  Great message. Disappointing song. The Oquirrh Mountain Temple shooter was apparently under investigation for a ponzi scheme. And our monthly check-in with the Zarahemla Times! Clickety Click Immigration – both sides represent the Church Top 10 LDS news stories Orson Scott Card wants love and beauty, not Al Church soundstages in Goshen Temples, Guns, Ponzi Schemes Jonna Christensen – “Finnish” Queen Legos and LOVE! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP48_Build_Your_Legos_to_God.mp3Download the MP3 of the showRick Buck, The Mormon Bachelor, joins us in studio as part of our panel.  The fun!  The whimsy!  We talk [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2011/01/episode-48-build-your-legos-to-god/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP48_Build_Your_Legos_to_God.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/1hj8NxGU0YQ/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-47-machete-edition/#comments Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:49:19 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=725 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-47-machete-edition/feed/ 1 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP47_Machete_Edition.mp3Download the MP3 of the showOquirrh Mountain Temple gunman’s name revealed.  Police are still assessing possible motives.  Seriously, a shooting at a temple on Christmas Day? Sheesh! Do you think sacrament meeting is boring or not as good as it could be? What can be better? Why is it so often lackluster? Inventions in Mormonism!  We tackle some of the greatest inventions to come from Mormon.  Ever. Recognizing Mormons – through science and facial recognition software, or by walking around Disneyland looking for knee-length shorts.  The choice is yours. And vote for Mormon of the Year!  Don’t let Harry Reid go two consecutive years! Links: Temple shooting Name released Updates from others Is sacrament meeting boring? Related post on Mormon Heretic Mormon Bandz Reverse Charades Mormons look happier than others, so say computers. Never trust computers. Rookie mistake. Mormon of the Year! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP47_Machete_Edition.mp3Download the MP3 of the showOquirrh Mountain Temple gunman’s name revealed.  Police are still assessing possible motives.  Seriously, a [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-47-machete-edition/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP47_Machete_Edition.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/6hQV2KX1Q8A/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-46-go-burt-go/#comments Tue, 21 Dec 2010 23:41:27 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=716 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-46-go-burt-go/feed/ 6 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP46_Go_Burt_Go.mp3Download the MP3 of the showGoodbye, Provo Tabernacle.  Updates on the terrible fire that destroyed the building.  Al hates people who miss buildings they’ve never visited.  Oh, Al…. The British government is weighing blocking pornography on the internet and making consumers opt in if they want it.  A noble effort? Sure.  But there are giant question marks when it comes to internet regulation.  Also, why are Europeans bothering to block pornography online when one can pick it up freely at any newstand or see it on TV?  You European folks are confusing. The just-released Census figures indicate that more Mormons could wind up getting congressional seats.  Utah gets its #4, baby! The Church changes some chapter heading text in the Book of Mormon to be a little less race-centric. Nearly half of LDS men want women to have the priesthood? What?! Presiding Bishop H. David Burton is the Largest Man in the Universe, or something like that. Los Enlaces Tabernacle Updates Pre-fire photos UK government weighs blocking online porn Ah, Mormon Times, bless your naivete… More Mormons in Congress? Official Census data just released 48% of LDS men want women to have the priesthood? Go Burt Go! BoM Chapter Heading Changes Secrets. Secrets. http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP46_Go_Burt_Go.mp3Download the MP3 of the showGoodbye, Provo Tabernacle.  Updates on the terrible fire that destroyed the building.  Al hates people who miss buildings [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-46-go-burt-go/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP46_Go_Burt_Go.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/oIRle593PrM/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-45-corianton-is-in-a-relationship/#comments Wed, 15 Dec 2010 20:59:29 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=701 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-45-corianton-is-in-a-relationship/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP45_Corianton_Is_In_A_Relationship.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWoes abound for missionaries in various locations. The Church yanks non-native missionaries from Cote d’Ivoire because of political unrest. Switzerland is also passing a new law that will prohibit non-European Union missionaries from entering its borders. Brazil a few weeks ago. Cote d’Ivoire and Switzerland now. What’s next? The People’s Republic of Canada? Elna Baker, noted author and personality, appears on This American Life and discusses her failing faith.  Do we still cling to experiences from our youth in an effort to maintain our testimonies?  What can we do to maintain our faith despite emotional or intellectual trials? The Church buys a motel across the street from Temple Square in Ogden and then closes it, forcing its emotional patrons to seek respite elsewhere.  Why is the Church’s real estate arm so seemingly cutthroat?  So sad. So sad. And many other tidbits of fun!  Faux Facebook posts by General Authorities. History of lights on Temple Square.  Guam gets its first stake. Touch me: Missionary Troubles Cote d’Ivoire Swiss law blocking missionaries US Congress’ effort to appeal Swiss law LDS Newsroom release Forcibly relocating residents of Ogden.  The shame. First stake in Guam (L. Tom Perry video below) Doves and Serpents – Hilarious Fakebook posts The history of lights on Temple Square Mormon Expression – A killer podcast This American Life - Last Man Standing – The Elna Baker episode http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP45_Corianton_Is_In_A_Relationship.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWoes abound for missionaries in various locations. The Church yanks non-native missionaries from Cote [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-45-corianton-is-in-a-relationship/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP45_Corianton_Is_In_A_Relationship.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/Pncj2xUoik4/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-44-spock-represents-the-lord/#comments Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:12:07 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=609 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-44-spock-represents-the-lord/feed/ 17 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP44_Spock_Represents_the_Lord.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWikiLeaks and international sabotage! Being Mormon and famous: Is it fair to hold LDS celebrities to a higher standard, especially if they regards themselves as “active” in the Church?  Isn’t there a double standard there? Why do women mostly get left out of discussion about the scourge of pornography?  Why do we pretend that women don’t have lusts and desires and paint men as hormonal brutes? The Church purportedly lowers the age of prospective Brazilian missionaries serving in Brazil to 18 in a response to problematic diplomatic relations between the US and Brazil, thus prohibiting American missionaries from entering the land of Rio. A Mormon Times columnist WAY overuses embedded text to improve her SEO.  Seriously, it’s just bad form.  And Italy is our goal?  Italy?  Seriously?  That’s the heaven-like place to which I should aspire? Ze Links: WikiLeads – what every Mormon everyone should know Famous Mormons Women, porn, and Twilight Younger missionaries “do Brasil” Shame you, Mormon Times Older news: The Church sues a coffee shop for using the likeness of Moroni http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP44_Spock_Represents_the_Lord.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWikiLeaks and international sabotage! Being Mormon and famous: Is it fair to hold LDS celebrities to a [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-44-spock-represents-the-lord/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP44_Spock_Represents_the_Lord.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/-GuO6PmTxfw/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-43-in-memoriam-celebrating-mckay-coppins/#comments Thu, 02 Dec 2010 01:17:29 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=596 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-43-in-memoriam-celebrating-mckay-coppins/feed/ 9 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP43_In_Memorium_Celebrating_McKay_Coppins.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMcKay!  Farewell!  Now we need a new enemy.  Listeners, find us an enemy. The NEW Lds.org is up and running.  It’s now the default, so if you don’t like the change, too bad.  Deal with it.  Make the most.  It will get better. The Mormon Times offers up suggestions on how to make sacrament meeting talks better.  We add our two cents, which are worth more than their five cents; because our money is the euro and theirs is the Canadian dollar. The Pope (yes, we’re going Catholic) says that condoms are permissible to prevent the spread of STDs, not as contraception.  We talk about the LDS Church’s stance on birth control. Shout outs to a good number of people, but we’ll just say this: Buy Janna McFerson’s book, LOVE Heber J. Grant’s ad for his insurance company from 1908, the Top 10 Places for LDS folk to live in the American Southwest!, and our final visit of the year to Kevin Beckstrom and The Zarahemla Times. Well done, Beckstrom.  Well done. Also, if you think PG-13 movies are “borderline R,” why are you complaining about the content of it when you took your kid to see it? Touch me for answers Lds.org in all its overblown glory Five suggestions for better sacrament meeting talks The Pontiff OKs condoms Some highlights from the LDS Church FHE Book!  Buy it! Ten places to live.  Sorry, New Mexico. God’s speed, McKay Lascivious Harry Potter http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP43_In_Memorium_Celebrating_McKay_Coppins.mp3Download the MP3 of the showMcKay!  Farewell!  Now we need a new enemy.  Listeners, find us an enemy. The NEW Lds.org is [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/12/episode-43-in-memoriam-celebrating-mckay-coppins/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP43_In_Memorium_Celebrating_McKay_Coppins.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/l8v3D1APgBw/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-42-samuel-the-wickedite/#comments Mon, 22 Nov 2010 20:39:50 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=581 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-42-samuel-the-wickedite/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP42_Samuel_the_Wickedite.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFurther details on the more “cryptic” contents of the new Handbook of Instructions.  The Salt Lake Tribune tries to make us seem like a cult. Casting announced for the Book of Mormon Broadway production.  Should be thrilling! Missionary stabbed in Peru seems to be recovering well.  His father thinks he’s a “good kid.” Mormons.  We want to be accepted into the mainstream, yet we also seem to love our outcast status.  Why can’t we seem to reconcile the two? Al wrote a nifty little article.  You should read it, ponder it, and debate it. Los Links: Church handbook according to the Trib Church handbook according to the Church Book of Mormon casting Stabbed missionary The perennial pariahs: Latter-day Saints Al’s article about abolishing Church-run schools The greatest iPhone app ever.  By far. Congrats to the Laie Temple! Stay classy, San Bernardino. Samuel, don't be wicked! http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP42_Samuel_the_Wickedite.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFurther details on the more “cryptic” contents of the new Handbook of Instructions.  The Salt Lake Tribune [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-42-samuel-the-wickedite/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP42_Samuel_the_Wickedite.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/bHn2vP8vZEA/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-41-aryan-hair-conditioner/#comments Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:48:28 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=562 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-41-aryan-hair-conditioner/feed/ 0 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP41_Aryan_Hair_Conditioner.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Church updates its manuals for all!  No more activities committee! You can be a certain percentage of temple worthy! The gays have won! A new Harvard study says that we spent more than half of our time daydreaming.  If we are always focused on what could be tomorrow, we’ll have a lot of empty yesterdays. Geoff feels that aside from child prostitution and the like, there is no legal case against polygamy.  Listen to find out more. Salt Lake Tribune writer takes issue with the Aryan Jesus depicted throughout the Church and in western media. The real Jesus was dark and disheveled, says he. BASE jumping from the Church Office Building! The Gilbert Arizona Temple gets underway.  Congrats, Arizona! And our idiot of the month! Links Info on the new General Handbook Daydreaming, ho! Jesus and hair conditioner BASE jumping! Gilbert temples! Idiot. The Church turns away Haitian refugees? Geoff’s old band, Two Years Later (video below) http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP41_Aryan_Hair_Conditioner.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Church updates its manuals for all!  No more activities committee! You can be a certain percentage of [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-41-aryan-hair-conditioner/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP41_Aryan_Hair_Conditioner.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/Oi3rzPqtjIE/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-40-death-to-top-ten-lists/#comments Mon, 08 Nov 2010 09:23:46 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=556 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-40-death-to-top-ten-lists/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP40_Death_to_Top_Ten_Lists.mp3Download the MP3 of the showBYU’s groundbreaking study on the relationship between a movie’s rating and its box office intake. Can you believe PG-13 movies are more marketable than R-rated ones??? Carl Bloch’s work is coming to BYU.  This is the first time it has ever been presented in the United States. Elder Richard G. Scott is a painter.  Who knew!  His work is on display in – and only in – the Deseret Book flagship store in Salt Lake.  Where’s the national tour?  Once again, the flagship store gets preferential treatment. Sunday School is in trouble.  Too many teachers teach straight from the manual and not enough actually think and pray about what should be taught. Will the Church redevelop the Sunday School curricula eventually be altered to represent the looser, study-it-out methods used in Preach My Gospel? Other assorted news: Charges filed against Patrick Ehat, also known as the arsonist who took down two meetinghouses in the Salt Lake area. Utah women have more kids before marriage than after. Deseret Book gives us the Top Ten best Christmas movies, according to a wildly unscientific solicitation of its readers. Are you Mormon?  Fancy living in the Northeastern United States? The Mormon Times gives us yet another Top Ten list about places for LDS people to live. Links: BYU knows movies Bloch in Provo Sunday School is lost Show me Elder Scott’s paintings, Deseret Book Ehat will burn Utah, women, and the Census Best/Worst Christmas movies To be Mormon in Poughkeepsie Definitely Our Preferred Version of "Mr. Krueger's Christmas" http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP40_Death_to_Top_Ten_Lists.mp3Download the MP3 of the showBYU’s groundbreaking study on the relationship between a movie’s rating and its box office intake. Can you [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-40-death-to-top-ten-lists/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP40_Death_to_Top_Ten_Lists.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/M3WU-D-Tu6g/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-39-the-wizard-and-i/#comments Tue, 02 Nov 2010 09:03:32 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=541 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-39-the-wizard-and-i/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP39_The_Wizard_and_I.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWhat a week!  So much to cover! Baptism – is someone living in sin or enjoying a common law marriage?  Hard to say.  And what of the relationship between overeager missionaries and beleaguered local members? Mormanity does it again!  We love Jeff Lindsay and we love missions. An LDS Family Services worker starts sleeping with his patient to “cure” her. Women subsequently sues LDSFS for a whole slew of things.  It’s sad, but tragicomic at the same time. In the 1800s Mormons hates Republicans.  Why has this changed? Youthful Rob Thomas look-alike torches two meetinghouses in SLC – What this means for your weekend. Zarahemla Times!  Viva el Beckstrom! And lastly, The Mormon Times once again shows us its journalistic awesomeness. Links: Baptism scandal! Missions-4-eva! Stop being Republican, Mormons! Stop torching our buildings, kid! Elizabeth smart takes break from mission to testify! LDS Family Services player.  Holla! Thank you, Mormon Times.  I always figured the best times in life were behind me once I was freed from a concentration camp! It's 3:00 AM I Must Be Lonely http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP39_The_Wizard_and_I.mp3Download the MP3 of the showWhat a week!  So much to cover! Baptism – is someone living in sin or enjoying a common law marriage?  Hard to [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/11/episode-39-the-wizard-and-i/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP39_The_Wizard_and_I.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/tQ_BU9g8qhQ/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-38-the-maltese-eyebrow/#comments Mon, 25 Oct 2010 02:05:06 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=527 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-38-the-maltese-eyebrow/feed/ 6 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP38_The_Maltese_Eyebrow.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Church gets praise from Google’s chief SEO (Search Engine Optimization) guy.  Go church! Ground broken for the Rome Temple.  It’s hardcore!  Hardcore parkour! In the same vein, the Laie Hawaii Temple reopens for an open house and dedication after a multi-year renovation. The First Presidency asks members to stop writing headquarters in Salt Lake. We have local leaders for a reason, they say. Also, the Brethren encourage members to stay away from “Self Awareness” groups.  We’re looking at you, Masons! Props and love to our listeners for their comments.  We really appreciate them!  To show our love we finally highlight some of our favs on the show. Links Rome Temple (video below) Laie Temple New Zealand steeple goes down. First Presidency Letter Other letter from 2001 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP38_The_Maltese_Eyebrow.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Church gets praise from Google’s chief SEO (Search Engine Optimization) guy.  Go church! Ground broken for [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-38-the-maltese-eyebrow/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP38_The_Maltese_Eyebrow.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/dV7THQl5ZQE/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-37-simia-mormonia/#comments Mon, 18 Oct 2010 07:45:47 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=514 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-37-simia-mormonia/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP37_Simia_Mormonia.mp3Download the MP3 of the showArson burns down a meetinghouse outside of Seattle.  Could this be anti-Packer madness? Harry Reid is a good Mormon.  His Senate competition goes to church at a place that hates Mormons.  You go, Vegas! Glenn Beck – fact or fiction? There are many who believe that Thomas S. Monson believes in evolution. We break it down.  It’s true. Al has never seen “Labyrinth.”  Berate him. …and what to do when Halloween falls on a Sunday?  The horror!!!!! Links Meetinghouse in flames Keep the faith, Harry. Glenn Beck.  Yep. Of Monkeys and Mormons Halloweeeeeeeeeen! How has Al never seen this movie? http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP37_Simia_Mormonia.mp3Download the MP3 of the showArson burns down a meetinghouse outside of Seattle.  Could this be anti-Packer madness? Harry Reid is a good Mormon. [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-37-simia-mormonia/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP37_Simia_Mormonia.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/YstPu5lmnEk/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-36-white-horses-ames-iowa/#comments Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:17:09 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=500 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-36-white-horses-ames-iowa/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP36_White_Horses_Ames_Iowa.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Mormon Bachelorette dream is over!  Geoff gets the axe! President Packer’s Conference remarks continue to incite.  The Church responds to the petition presented to it a few days ago. Glenn Beck will fulfill the “White Horse” prophecy? The Mormon Times lists the greatest places to raise your LDS family outside of Utah.  Because, you know, Utah is the default when it comes to proper places for raising one’s children… And time for our monthly visit with The Zarahemla Times! Links President Packer mess President Packer changes text Church response to HRC petition Glenn Beck is a white horse The greatest non-Utah places to live! Tag clouds (from The Shipping Lane), photos also below Break the fast with Muslims – Barbara Openshaw General Conference October 2000 General Conference October 2010 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP36_White_Horses_Ames_Iowa.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe Mormon Bachelorette dream is over!  Geoff gets the axe! President Packer’s Conference remarks continue [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-36-white-horses-ames-iowa/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP36_White_Horses_Ames_Iowa.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/KkM7bfbl6rE/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-35-openshaw-messick-2011/#comments Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:55:44 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=484 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-35-openshaw-messick-2011/feed/ 4 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP35_Openshaw_Messick_2011.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIt’s true.  Geoff is the bachelor of choice on “The Mormon Bachelorette.” Move over, captains of industry!  We discuss in greater details Geoff’s appearance on the show. General Conference was great.  Share with us your favorite talks and thoughts.  We delve into some of ours.  What a blessing to enjoy it every six months. In some other assorted items: Jana Riess – the slippery slope. A PEW study finds that Mormons are arguably the most Christian of all Christians.  Yeah!  That’s right!  Take that, Bible Belt! Also, don’t tweet disparaging remarks about Mormons from your company’s Twitter account.  We’re just sayin! Touch me for success Not that they need it, but here’s a link to “The Mormon Bachelorette.”  Video below. Jana Riess disagrees with President Packer PEW loves us Hey Mormons, don’t scam insurance companies for fire damages Oustanding Tweet True Love Conquers All http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP35_Openshaw_Messick_2011.mp3Download the MP3 of the showIt’s true.  Geoff is the bachelor of choice on “The Mormon Bachelorette.” Move over, captains of [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/10/episode-35-openshaw-messick-2011/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP35_Openshaw_Messick_2011.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/1LHlVHiWA1Q/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-34-do-it-for-the-wood/#comments Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:08:14 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=474 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-34-do-it-for-the-wood/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP34_Do_It_For_the_Wood.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe new LDS.org – as analyzed from a very very very basic level in the Deseret News.  Will the Church eventually take down Match.com and eHarmony so that we may all have eternal bliss? Push the pumpkin!  Push it!  Thank you, Mormon Times.  There’s a lot of pumpkin pushing goin’ on in Colorado.  Lots of science.  Pushing.  Huge gourds EVERYWHERE. Elder Marlin K. Jensen visits with disgruntled members in the Oakland, CA stake; particularly those who felt hurt by the Church’s involvement in Proposition 8.  He even apologizes for the pain felt by those members and vows to take what he learns back to Salt Lake. Elder Dallin H. Oaks under a bit of fire for his recent discourse about the US Constitution.  Does this represent a future policy shift of the Church? Conference predictions:  Who dies?  Who gets called?  What will be discussed? New temples?  Share your ideas with us! Links The Great Pumpkin Pusher Heavenly analysis of new.lds.org Church distributes E. Oaks’ talk on the Constitution Elder Marlin K. Jensen – man of love Do It For the Wood http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP34_Do_It_For_the_Wood.mp3Download the MP3 of the showThe new LDS.org – as analyzed from a very very very basic level in the Deseret News.  Will the Church eventually [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-34-do-it-for-the-wood/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP34_Do_It_For_the_Wood.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/dxDCcA4Uq30/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-33-of-muffins-and-men/#comments Mon, 20 Sep 2010 23:02:37 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=466 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-33-of-muffins-and-men/feed/ 5 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP33_Of_Muffins_and_Men.mp3Download the MP3 of the showLet’s face it.  We’re the best. The Tennis Shoes Among the Nephites series continues, and Al is overblown with joy. We also have some pointed criticism for “The Mormon Bachelorette” – not the woman herself – she is a sweetheart – but of the overall production. Enjoy the refresh of lds.org.  We discuss its pros and cons, but overall, do not approve of the redesign. It’s time once again for the naughty “Men on a Mission” piece of crap calendar.  It’s wrong that we are even giving the mind behind it any press, but come on, people.  Don’t buy this stuff. “The Book of Mormon” on Broadway gets a release date, and the story apparently has absolutely nothing to do with the Book of Mormon other than vague allusions to Joseph Smith. Elder Dallin H. Oaks – Apostle.  Statesman.  Judge.  Secret Tea Partier? Former bishop in prison because of an elaborate ponzi scheme.  Congrats, sir. KSL aims to control its blogosphere.  Tempering the message or veiled censorship? Links Tennis Shoes forever New lds.org Elder Oaks and the Constitution KSL censorship Ruddy BYU/missionary sexploitation calendar hoo ha Of bishops and incarceration “The Book of Mormon” musical http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP33_Of_Muffins_and_Men.mp3Download the MP3 of the showLet’s face it.  We’re the best. The Tennis Shoes Among the Nephites series continues, and Al is overblown with [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-33-of-muffins-and-men/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP33_Of_Muffins_and_Men.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisWeekInMormons/~3/Z2ARniFR6uc/ http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-32-convict-rehab-with-the-lds-church/#comments Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:42:43 +0000 contact@thisweekinmormons.com http://thisweekinmormons.com/?p=437 http://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-32-convict-rehab-with-the-lds-church/feed/ 2 http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP32_Convict_Rehab_With_the_LDS_Church.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFirst the so-called “Ground Zero Mosque” debacle, and now this nutjob in Florida wanting to burn Qur’an to make a statement.  Will the insanity ever end?  Coupled with this, the Church released a statement reinforcing our belief in freedom of religious expression, but decrying the “unfortunate” decisions of this pastor.  Stupid Florida.  It’s teeming with criminals.  It’s like America’s Australia! Mormon farmers growing barley that is directly sold to beer manufacturers.  Is this a conflict of interest?  Is this SIN? Returned missionaries make great recruits for large investment firms.  Also, returned missionaries make great recruits to endlessly harass people during the summer and attempt to sell stuff that no one wants or needs. CNBC reports. Also, the Church bribes gives Philadelphia money as part of a convict rehabilitation program.  Did you know we are also building a temple in Philly?  Could these two seemingly unrelated things somehow be related? Utah’s Democratic candidate for governor wants students to take more math and science in order to graduate high school.  This could mean the end of release-time seminary as we know it, except for the fact that this guy is a Democrat.  In Utah.  Running for governor. Do you look like Peter?  Do you have experienced being exiled on Patmos?  If so, the Church needs YOU for its new set of New Testament videos. Joyous links: Church opposes the burning of holy texts Bribing Philly Facilitating the production of beer = holiness The end of seminary as we know it Become an actor for the Church! (Below) CNBC video about Mormons and business A friendly reminder to go to the temple http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP32_Convict_Rehab_With_the_LDS_Church.mp3Download the MP3 of the showFirst the so-called “Ground Zero Mosque” debacle, and now this nutjob in Florida wanting to burn [...] nomormon,latter,day,saints,mormons,religious,commentary,mormon,news,this,week,in,mormonshttp://thisweekinmormons.com/2010/09/episode-32-convict-rehab-with-the-lds-church/http://media.blubrry.com/thisweekinmormons/thisweekinmormons.com/podcast/TWiM_EP32_Convict_Rehab_With_the_LDS_Church.mp3 This Week in MormonsnonadultMormons, we're funnier than you think - Discussion and commentary on the news and stories surrounding the Mormon community.