EPISODE · Sep 23, 2025 · 1H 7M
An atheist, a Yale philosopher, and two Mormons walk into a soda bar
from All Those In Favor · host Cade and Baylor
What makes Latter-day Saint philosophy stand out from classical Christian theology? In this episode of All Those in Favor, Baylor and Cade sit down with Joseph Lawal, Yale PhD student in philosophy, and Emerson Green, a YouTuber and agnostic thinker, for a fascinating discussion on the coherence, depth, and distinctives of LDS thought.Joseph and Emerson highlight why LDS theology can seem more persuasive than classical theism, rejecting doctrines like divine simplicity, immutability, and creation ex nihilo in favor of a more finite and relational God. They also explore LDS teachings on pre-existence, creation from material, and a more hopeful account of the problem of evil, as well as rejecting eternal conscious torment for most people.The discussion ranges widely across philosophy and theology.
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