This episode covers all the big news regarding the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that we haven't been able to discuss yet, including the first African-American General Authority, temple ceremony and wedding policy changes, highlights from April 2019 General Conference, the BYU Honor Code controversy, Word of Wisdom clarifications, and more. Featuring special guest scholars Cristina Rosetti and Paul Reeve. Don't forget to subscribe to the show! LatterdayLandscape.com

Latter-day Landscape (previously Mormonism Magnified: Top Mormon News)

2019 Year to Date "Catch Up" Episode

This episode covers the announcement from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in April 2019, which essentially reversed its prior policy of labeling those in same-sex marriages as apostates and banning their children from Church ordinances such as baptism and baby blessings.  In this episode we explore the details and implications of the April 2019 announcement. Featuring special guest scholars Cristina Rosetti and Paul Reeve, as well as a conversation with Tom Christofferson, Bill Turnbull, and Patrick Mason from the FaithMatters.org podcast.  Don't forget to subscribe to the show. LatterdayLandscape.com

LGBTQ Policy Reversal (Part 2: Understanding the April 2019 announcement)

This episode covers the announcement from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in April 2019, which essentially reversed its prior policy of labeling those in same-sex marriages as apostates and banning their children from Church ordinances such as baptism and baby blessings.  In this episode we explore the context of the original policy that went into effect in November 2015. Featuring special guest scholars Cristina Rosetti and Paul Reeve. Don't forget to subscribe to the show. LatterdayLandscape.com

LGBTQ Policy Reversal (Part 1: Understanding the Nov. 2015 policy)

In this part two of a special two-part review of the October 2018 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we explore two newsworthy topics: President Oaks' talks touching on political issues around marriage, sexuality, religious freedom, etc. President Nelson’s talk on the naming guidelines of the Church   (Note: Part 1 covered reducing the Sunday meeting schedule to 2 hours with emphasis on “home-centered, Church-supported” learning, as well as the first General Women’s Session included in General Conference weekend) We are joined by guest scholars Barbara Jones Brown and Ben Spackman. We can be found on the web at: MormonismMagnified.com transitioning to LatterdayLandscape.com 

General Conference Review (Part 2 of 2): March 2019

In this part one of a special two-part review of the October 2018 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we explore two newsworthy topics: Reducing the Sunday meeting schedule to 2 hours, with emphasis on “home-centered, Church-supported” learning. The first General Women’s Session included in General Conference weekend, replacing the Saturday Priesthood Session. (Note: Part 2 will cover President Nelson’s talk on the naming guidelines of the Church, and Elder Oaks’ talks touching on political issues around marriage, sexuality, religious freedom, etc.) We are joined by guest scholars Barbara Jones Brown and Ben Spackman. We are in the process of changing the name of our podcast and website, but for now we can be found at: MormonismMagnified.com MormonismMagnified@gmail.com 

General Conference Review (Part 1 of 2) : November 2018

This special, in-depth episode covers the Church's name announcement to eliminate usage of terms like "Mormon" and "LDS."  The news received massive global media coverage, and has significant implications for members of the Church, scholars, and journalists.  Joining us on this episode are guest scholars Shelby Lamar and Steve Evans to walk us through: The historical context, Reasons for the announcement, Media reaction, and  Major implications for Church members, scholars, and the international community Don't forget to subscribe to the show!   MormonismMagnified.com  MormonismMagnified@gmail.com  

October 2018: No More "Mormon" "LDS" Name Announcement

This episode of Mormonism Magnified features guest scholars Melissa Inouye and Caroline Kline, discussing recent top Mormon news: The announced new book of Hymns and Children's Songbook. The LoveLoud music festival and Believer documentary from Dan Reynolds (of Imagine Dragons) raising awareness of LGBT issues. Ongoing protests against children's interviews, including Sam Young's hunger strike. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!   MormonismMagnified.com  MormonismMagnified@gmail.com

August 2018: New Hymn Book, LoveLoud/Believer/LGBT, and Hunger Strike for Youth Interviews

This episode of Mormonism Magnified we bring on guest scholars Taunalyn Rutherford and Armand Mauss to discuss important news from the first half of 2018: the Church separating itself from the Boy Scouts changes to home and visiting teaching and the priesthood quorums the release of Church policy changes for interviews and abuse Pew survey highlighting Mormon attitudes toward LGBT and same-sex marriage issues, and the selection of two new Apostles Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

June 2018: Apostles, Scouts, Quorums, Ministering, New Policies for Interviews, and Changing LGBT Attitudes

In this episode, hosts Patrick Mason and Morgan McKeown introduce the Mormonism Magnified podcast and talk about its objectives and format.

Mormonism Magnified - Episode 0 "Introduction"

Mormonism Magnified is a podcast covering recent TOP MORMON NEWS STORIES, with insights from leading Mormon Scholars associated with the Claremont Mormon Studies program.

Latter-day Landscape (previously Mormonism Magnified: Top Mo...