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RFM takes a look at some often ignored details that point to who fingerprints are all over the authorship of “The Book of Mormon”

Over the last few weeks a discovery has been making waves in the Mormon World. Gold plates bound by rings with ancient Israelite writing on them. Sound familiar? And YouTube Channels like Ward Radio, David Alexander, and The Stick of Joseph have touted these as evidence for the Book of Mormon. But as soon as… Read More »Ancient Gold Plates: What Do They Tell Us About Mormonism’s Gold Plates [Mormonism Live: 175]

RFM breaks down the fifth and final session of General Conference for April, 2024!

RFM breaks down the Sunday morning session of General Conference!

Cover the highlights and lowlights of the April 2024 Saturday Evening Session of General Conference without having to watch it, while being entertained by Radio Free Mormon

Cover the highlights and lowlights of the April 2024 Saturday Afternoon Session of General Conference without having to watch it, while being entertained by Radio Free Mormon

Cover the highlights and lowlights of the April 2024 Saturday Session of General Conference without having to watch it, while being entertained by Radio Free Mormon

Recently Mormonism Live has examined the proposed evidences of the Book of Mormon presented by Book of Mormon Central in their series “A Marvelous Work: How Great the Evidence”. One facet of that has been to tackle their use of Jewish Rabbi Joe Charnes. Rabbi Joe was kind enough to reach out to us and… Read More »A Rabbi’s Take on Book of Mormon Central | Joe Charnes [Mormonism Live: 174]

“Welcome back, enthusiasts of the Bard, to another enlightening episode of ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare’! In this edition, our insightful host delves into the complexities of Hamlet Act II, Scene 2, unraveling the intricacies of Shakespeare’s timeless play and noting that “The Play’s the Thing!”. Join us as we explore the nuances of political machinations,… Read More »“The Play’s the Thing”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2, part B: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 009

The drama continues for Radio Free Mormon as Anne McMullin Peffer (Rosebud) files a Bar Complaint against him. This will be the third bar complaint in less than a year but with RFM 2-0 against Bar complaints in the last 12 months and undefeated even when one includes appeals, one must wonder if Kamp’s Kompany… Read More »Rosebud Files Bar Complaint Against RFM! [Radio Free Mormon: 331

On this week’s program we take a look at the Faith matters Podcast with Aaron Miller where they answer the 100 Billion Dollar Question. But do their answers hold up? We sit down with Spencer Anderson to get his perspective on whether these Financial Apologetics hold water or if Miller is just blowing smoke. RESOURCES:https://faithmatters.org/the-100-billion-question-a-conversation-with-aaron-miller/

Jenn Kamp’s attempts to get RFM and Gerardo Sumano named as counter-defendants in the Utah civil suit between her and OSF has been denied!

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!

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.

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!

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!

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]

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]

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]

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]

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

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]

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

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

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]

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

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]

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

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

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!

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!

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

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!

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!

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

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]

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

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!

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

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!

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

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!

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!

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!

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

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]

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

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

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! 🎅

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