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A False Book of Mormon Prophecy?: Radio Free Mormon Sunday School: 011: 2 Nephi 26-33: Lessons 11-12

Our study of the Book of Mormon reveals what appears to be a demonstrably false prediction regarding the return of the Jews to their Holy Land in the last days!

Mar 27, 20241h 1m

Priesthood Ban Refuted by Book of Mormon?: Radio Free Mormon Sunday School: 010: 2 Nephi 20-25: March 4-10

In a strange twist of fate, the Book of Mormon itself seems to refute the priesthood and temple ban on blacks instituted by the LDS Church in 1852 and not discontinued until 1978.

Mar 27, 202442 min

“To Be Or Not To Be”: Hamlet Act III, scene 1; Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 011

What’s eating Hamlet? That’s what everyone at court is trying to figure out! As the play progresses, the new king, Claudius, gets closer and closer to discovering Hamlet’s secret–that Hamlet has somehow figured out that Claudius murdered his way to the throne by killing Hamlet’s father!

Mar 27, 202421 min

“O What a Rogue and Peasant Slave am I”: Soliloquy: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 010

After having gone over this famous soliloquy from Hamlet Act II, scene 2 in the regular podcast, I take some time out here to perform the soliloquy. The rendition may not be stellar, but the soliloquy itself is one of the greatest in the English language!

Mar 27, 20244 min

Who Is Mormon Convert David Alexander [Mormonism Live 172]

Recent LDS Convert David Alexander has been making waves sharing his conversion and testimony everywhere. David claims to have been an Evangelical Pastor and having spent 47 years in Evangelical Christianity before being converted to Mormonism only a few months ago. But what happens when Bill Reel and RFM go digging into David’s background? Where… Read More »Who Is Mormon Convert David Alexander [Mormonism Live 172]

Mar 21, 20241h 55m

Hebrew Evidence for The Book of Mormon | A Marvelous Work & A Blunder | Part 2 [Mormonism Live 171]

In this episode of “Mormonism Live,” hosts Radio Free Mormon and Bill Reel dissect the claims made in the YouTube video titled “Hebrew Evidence for The Book of Mormon | A Marvelous Work | Episode 2” by Scott Christopher and “Book of Mormon Central.” The original video purports to uncover Hebrew evidences for the Book… Read More »Hebrew Evidence for The Book of Mormon | A Marvelous Work & A Blunder | Part 2 [Mormonism Live 171]

Mar 14, 20241h 45m

Rigdon Spalding Theory: Final Analysis [Mormonism Live 170]

In the “Rigdon-Spalding Theory: Final Analysis,” Bill Reel and RFM delve into the conclusive examination of the theory, welcoming historians and experts Dan Vogel and Bryce Blankenagel. Together, they provide valuable insights, critique, and a comprehensive perspective on the historical aspects surrounding the Rigdon-Spalding theory. The episode serves as a culmination of their exploration, offering… Read More »Rigdon Spalding Theory: Final Analysis [Mormonism Live 170]

Mar 7, 20242h 16m

How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]

How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169] Join RFM and Bill Reel on this compelling episode of Mormonism LIVE as they delve into a critical and sensitive topic – “How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers.” Our special guest, non-Mormon lawyer Tim Kosnoff, shares his firsthand experiences dealing with Kirton & McConkie… Read More »How The Mormon Church Protects Child Abusers [Mormonism Live 169]

Feb 29, 20242h 35m

Why Is The Book of Mormon So Boring?: Radio Free Mormon Sunday School: 009

Today we delve into the Isaiah chapters in 2 Nephi, and RFM shows us how Isaiah can actually be made interesting!

Feb 26, 202454 min

LDS Abuser’s Family Speaks Out! [Mormonism Live 168]

LDS Abuser’s Family Speaks Out! In this bombshell interview on “Mormonism Live,” the family of Shawn Cory Gooden, an LDS (Mormon) bishop charged with child abuse, shares their side of the story. This exclusive conversation will test the claims made by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) regarding Stake President Rhett Hintze’s… Read More »LDS Abuser’s Family Speaks Out! [Mormonism Live 168]

Feb 22, 20241h 49m

The Monster in the Book of Mormon: 2 Nephi 6-10: RFM Sunday School: 008

Join us as RFM dives deep into a textual analysis of this sermon by Jacob. The results are surprising!

Feb 20, 202453 min

“Brevity is the Soul of Wit”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2a: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 008

Join us as we continue our exploration of the greatest of all Shakespeare plays: Hamlet!

Feb 20, 202417 min

Mormons vs Ex-Mormons [Mormonism Live: 167]

We review the recent Jubilee video discussion that had Mormons and Ex-Mormons sitting down to discuss differences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Run1f29po8g&t Thanks so much for watching! Please like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Visit our Channel to find everything Mormonism! https://www.youtube.com/c/MormonDiscussionsInc or @MormonDiscussion Our mission at Mormon Discussion is to be a beacon of support for those who… Read More »Mormons vs Ex-Mormons [Mormonism Live: 167]

Feb 15, 20241h 47m

Hamlet Act II, scene 1: “By Indirections Find Directions Out”: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 007

In today’s scene, we find Polonius, the King’s counselor, being sneaky and using spies to gain information. It is a habit that not only contrasts with the “wise” Polonius we have already seen in Act I, it is a practice that will eventually lead to his death. Then his daughter, Ophelia, tells Polonius about an… Read More »Hamlet Act II, scene 1: “By Indirections Find Directions Out”: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 007

Feb 10, 202420 min

Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory Part 2 [Mormonism LIVE 166]

In Examining the Rigdon Spalding theory, hosts Bill Reel and RFM embark on a journey beyond the familiar narrative of golden plates and angels. Delving into the Rigdon Spalding theory, they navigate the murky waters of historical documents and eyewitness accounts to present a compelling case for its consideration. By carefully laying out the best… Read More »Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory Part 2 [Mormonism LIVE 166]

Feb 8, 20242h 3m

The Book of Mormon Critical Text Project: RFM Sunday School: 006

RFM dives into how he was involved with the Critical Text Project, and even ended up changing a word in the text!

Feb 6, 202432 min

Stake President Charged for Not Reporting Child Abuse: RFM: 329

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Stake President Rhett Hintze was just charged with a felony for failing to report child sex abuse. The actual abuse occurred around 20-years ago, but was not reported to President Hintze until 2020. President Hintze called the LDS Abuse Hotline and was told to NOT report it to law enforcement. Now the chickens… Read More »Stake President Charged for Not Reporting Child Abuse: RFM: 329

Feb 6, 202435 min

More Things in Heaven and Earth: Hamlet Act I, scene 5: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 006

The Ghost of Hamlet’s father, the former King of Denmark, finally delivers his message to Hamlet. It is a message of evil, murder, deceit and revenge! It’s enough to drive a bloke bonkers!

Feb 6, 202420 min

Jenn Kamp Sues Radio Free Mormon: RFM: 328

After failing to get me disbarred, Jenn Kamp has decided to add me to the lawsuit she has going with Open Stories Foundation and John Dehlin in Utah. Just when you thought things couldn’t get any crazier!

Feb 6, 202446 min

Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory Part 1 | Mormonism LIVE 165

Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory [Mormonism LIVE: 165] In “Examining The Rigdon Spalding Theory,” hosts Bill Reel and RFM embark on a journey beyond the familiar narrative of golden plates and angels. Delving into the Rigdon Spalding theory, they navigate the murky waters of historical documents and eyewitness accounts to present a compelling case… Read More »Examining The Rigdon – Spalding Theory Part 1 | Mormonism LIVE 165

Feb 1, 20242h 14m

Something is Rotten in the State of Denmark: Hamlet, Act I, scene 4: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 005

Act I, scene 4 finds us back on the castle battlements in the middle of the night keeping watch with Hamlet and Horatio for the Ghost of the dead king. Will the Ghost appear? And if the Ghost does appear, what will it say? Join us to find out!

Jan 27, 202413 min

Nephi’s Vision of the Future: Mormon Sunday School: 004

RFM breaks down Nephi’s panoramic vision of the future in 1 Nephi 11-14 like nobody else! Sunday School has never been this much fun!

Jan 26, 20241h 5m

Hamlet, Act I, scene 3: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 004

Join us as we dive into another scene from the most famous of all Shakespeare plays, “Hamlet!” “To thine own self be true!”

Jan 26, 202417 min

“A Marvelous Work And A Blunder” [Mormonism Live: 164]

Do We discover compelling evidence for the Book of Mormon? In this week’s “Mormonism Live,” hosts Radio Free Mormon and Bill Reel, with guest John Lundwall, critically analyze the YouTube video “A Marvelous Work – The Greatness of the Evidence” by Scott Christopher and “Book of Mormon Central.” Claiming compelling evidence for the Book of… Read More »“A Marvelous Work And A Blunder” [Mormonism Live: 164]

Jan 25, 20241h 58m

Think Celestial – Celestial Marriage in Mormonism Before 1890

In this episode of “Think Celestial – Celestial Marriage Before 1890” we embark on a journey through the annals of Mormon history to unravel the definition of Celestial Marriage as well as “The New and Everlasting Covenant” before the pivotal year of 1890 when Wilford Woodruff issued the Manifesto marking the beginning steps of ending… Read More »Think Celestial – Celestial Marriage in Mormonism Before 1890

Jan 18, 20241h 55m

Mormon Church Hires LGBT Ally as Head Spokesman – The Mormon Newscast 005

Mormon Church Hires LGBT Ally as Head Spokesman will be our lead story tonight. We will also be covering some news about Tim Ballard, Chad Daybell, an Alcohol trademark violation in Utah, and Grant Hardy’s Annotated Book of Mormon!

Jan 16, 20241h 4m

Hamlet: Act I, scene 2: A Little More than Kin and Less than Kind: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 003

Making Shakespeare fun and easy! Join us with our exploration of Hamlet in this overview of Act I, scene 2!

Jan 15, 202419 min

Come and Partake of the Fruit: Mormon Sunday School: 003

RFM does an in depth comparison of Lehi’s Dream of the Tree of Life in the Book of Mormon with a dream of Joseph Smith’s father in 1811. The results are astonishing!

Jan 15, 202445 min

Temple Madness: Mormonism Live: 162

Join us for a special episode of “Mormonism LIVE” titled “Temple Madness,” where we’re turning the spotlight on the lighter side of LDS temple experiences. In this unique and entertaining episode, we invite callers from the Mormon community to share their funniest, craziest, wackiest, and most bizarre temple stories that have occurred in the Church… Read More »Temple Madness: Mormonism Live: 162

Jan 11, 20242h 0m

A Tale of Two Testimonies: Mormon Sunday School: 001

Join Radio Free Mormon as we begin our study of the Book of Mormon using the Sunday School materials for the LDS Church. Where you learn the stuff you’re never gonna hear in regular Sunday school!

Jan 8, 2024

Hamlet–Introduction: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 001

Join us as we make Shakespeare fun, easy and fabulous! The way it was meant to be! We begin this series with an introduction to the greatest of all Shakespeare plays–HAMLET!

Jan 8, 202411 min

Hamlet, Act I, scene 1: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 002

Today we jump with both feet into the first scene of Hamlet! What other play has a ghost appearing not once, but twice, in the very first scene?! Hamlet is the best play ever written!

Jan 8, 202418 min

The Slaying of Laban: Mormon Sunday School: 002

RFM covers 1 Nephi 1-5, with special emphasis on the problematic story of Nephi murdering Laban!

Jan 8, 202448 min

Growing Up Black In Mormonism [Mormonism Live: 161]

Growing Up Black In Mormonism [Mormonism Live: 161] Join hosts RFM and Bill Reel in this insightful episode of “Mormonism LIVE” as they engage in a candid conversation with Summur Rayn, a remarkable African American woman sharing her unique perspective on growing up in the Mormon community. We also get to her a bit about… Read More »Growing Up Black In Mormonism [Mormonism Live: 161]

Jan 4, 20242h 18m

Big News for 2024! RFM: 327

RFM is gearing up TWO new weekly podcasts in 2024! The first is “Mormon Sunday School,” which will cover the LDS Church’s “Come Follow Me” Manual on the Book of Mormon for the year.   The second is “Brush Up Your Shakespeare,” making Shakespeare fun and easy, the way it was always meant to be! Both… Read More »Big News for 2024! RFM: 327

Jan 1, 202412 min

Mormon Abuse – Past Teachings & Present Problems | Mormonism Live 160

What might we find if we search the historical record about what LDS Prophets have taught around abuse. What have they said about Rape, or Child Abuse, or Sexual Assault? What would be taught by those who held the prophetic mantle? And What about in the present. The LDS Church says it takes abuse seriously… Read More »Mormon Abuse – Past Teachings & Present Problems | Mormonism Live 160

Dec 30, 20232h 31m

RFM: 326: A Radio Free Mormon Christmas Eve Special – 2023

Mormonism Live Presents: A Radio Free Mormon Christmas Eve Special Hello, This is Radio Free Mormon (RFM). Bill, Maven and I are doing a special live show on Christmas Eve starting at 6:00 pm MT and running for about an hour. Thank you and a very happy holiday season to you and yours! 🎅

Dec 25, 20231h 30m

LDS Giving Machines, Ruby Franke Guilty Plea Deal & Mormon Monopoly

Join us this week as we delve into some of the latest surprises in a few high profile crime cases involving Mormonism, checking out the latest around Tim Ballard and OUR and the mysterious White Board Meeting. As Christmas approaches we take a look at the LDS Giving Machines. What do we know about how… Read More »LDS Giving Machines, Ruby Franke Guilty Plea Deal & Mormon Monopoly

Dec 21, 20231h 42m

April 6th – Mormon Jesus’ Birthday | Mormonism Live 159

🎙️ Join us for Holiday Investigation into Jesus’ Birthday on Mormonism Live. We will delve into the intriguing topic of Jesus Christ’s alleged birthday on April 6th, 1 AD. In this episode, we tackle the longstanding belief within the LDS community that Jesus was born on this specific date, exploring the history, the leaders who… Read More »April 6th – Mormon Jesus’ Birthday | Mormonism Live 159

Dec 21, 20231h 44m

MORE Tim Ballard Bombshells! RFM: 325

Long-time associate and financier of Operation Underground Railroad, Paul Hutchinson, drops a video with plenty of bombshells scoring direct hits on OUR and its founder, Tim Ballard. RFM reviews the highlights!

Dec 15, 202358 min

New LDS Apostle, Sean Reyes, & The Oath: The Mormon Times

Good evening, and welcome to “The Mormon Times,” bringing you the latest news and stories that matter to the Latter-day Saint community. We have an exciting lineup for you tonight. Tonight we will cover the announcement of new apostle Patrick Kearon. We then turn our attention to the political landscape with breaking news and commentary… Read More »New LDS Apostle, Sean Reyes, & The Oath: The Mormon Times

Dec 15, 20231h 53m

Mormonism LIVE ! 3rd Anniversary Special [ML: 158]

Mormonism LIVE ! 3rd Anniversary Special 🎉 Join us for a special celebration as Mormonism Live marks its triumphant 3rd Anniversary! 🎊 Over the past three years, we’ve delved deep into the world of Mormonism, exploring its history, beliefs, and culture with thought-provoking discussions. In this milestone episode, we take a nostalgic journey through the… Read More »Mormonism LIVE ! 3rd Anniversary Special [ML: 158]

Dec 15, 20232h 42m

How the Mormon Church Hides Child Abuse! [RFM 324]

RFM interviews a husband and wife who describe their experience with the LDS Church, and how they have seen firsthand what the Church does to hide child abuse!

Dec 10, 20231h 22m

The Toscano Excommunications! [Mormonism LIVE: 157]

The Toscano Excommunications! [Mormonism LIVE: 157] 4:00 Guest Intro 15:00 Courtship & Marriage22:00 Underground documents25:00 Paul serving a mission29:55 Harold B Lee story35:00 Margaret’s feminism journey40:15 RFM first hears about the September 643:00 The Mormon Women’s Forum 🔍 Uncover untold stories and explore the religious complexities of Faith in this week’s episode of Mormonism LIVE!… Read More »The Toscano Excommunications! [Mormonism LIVE: 157]

Dec 7, 20232h 3m

Breaking AP Story: How the Mormon Church Protects Itself From Abuse Claims [The Mormon Times]

Today two important AP News stories broke: Recordings show how the Mormon church protects itself from child Sex Abuse claims: https://apnews.com/article/mormon-church-investigation-child-sex-abuse-9c301f750725c0f06344f948690caf16 Takeaways from The AP’s investigation into the Mormon church’s handling of $ex @bu$e cases: https://apnews.com/article/mormon-church-investigation-child-sex-abuse-4db829616a5c5cfa351a2e95d778ae9e And the Deseret News issued a response: https://www.deseret.com/2023/12/3/23986797/idaho-abuse-case-latter-day-saints-church-responds-to-ap-story Please join us at 6pm mountain today as we launch the… Read More »Breaking AP Story: How the Mormon Church Protects Itself From Abuse Claims [The Mormon Times]

Dec 5, 20232h 22m

Jenn Kamp LOSES Bar Complaint Against RFM! [RFM: 324]

Jenn Kamp loses her request that the Bar Association review its decision dismissing her complaint against RFM! Plus we learn more about the relationship between Jenn Kamp and the mysterious Janet Cox who filed a bar complaint against RFM, as well!

Dec 4, 202350 min

Mormon Church Sex Abuse Cover Ups! [RFM 323]

RFM covers a recent report on several sex abuse cases the LDS Church has tried to cover up!

Dec 4, 202344 min

The Sean Reyes Lawsuit [RFM 322]

RFM reviews the recent lawsuit filed not only against Tim Ballard and O.U.R., but also against Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes!

Dec 4, 20231h 23m

Paul Toscano – Could Mormonism Still Be True? [Mormonism LIVE: 156]

Join Bill Reel & RFM (Radio Free Mormon) for an engaging episode of “Mormonism LIVE,” featuring a special interview with the well-known Mormon figure, Paul Toscano. In this thought-provoking conversation, Paul will offer unique insights into his personal journey within the Mormon faith, touching upon his involvement in the infamous “September 6” event—a pivotal moment… Read More »Paul Toscano – Could Mormonism Still Be True? [Mormonism LIVE: 156]

Nov 30, 20232h 24m

“Stand Down” Order to LDS Women! [RFM 321]

RFM is joined by an illustrious panel of Mormon and post-Mormons to discuss the recent order that female leaders in San Francisco wards must get off the stand. On the panel are Carol Lynn Pearson, Lila Tueller and Martine Dirick Smith.

Nov 28, 20231h 9m