Legal Threat From the Mormon Church: Am I Going to Jail? | MNR Ep. 187 episode artwork

EPISODE · Dec 22, 2025 · 53 MIN

Legal Threat From the Mormon Church: Am I Going to Jail? | MNR Ep. 187

from Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al & Dives ruminate on the great and spacious Beehive! · host Mormon News Roundup

In this episode of Mormon News Roundup (Episode 187), I address the legal notice I’ve received connected to my use of the word “Mormon”—and the growing question many creators are now asking:👉 Am I being sued by the Mormon Church?👉 Could this lead to jail time or criminal charges?👉 What is happening to other Mormon-related podcasts and YouTube channels?We break down what this legal action actually means, what it does NOT mean, and how similar notices have been sent to other creators operating in the Mormon and ex-Mormon space.• What the legal notice really says (and what it doesn’t)• Whether civil trademark disputes can lead to jail (spoiler: no)• How the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is enforcing control over language and branding• Why podcasts and critics are increasingly receiving cease-and-desist letters• What this means for free speech, commentary, parody, and criticism• Which Mormon-related podcasts and creators have received similar warnings• Why this moment matters for independent media covering MormonismThis episode is not legal advice—but it is a transparent, good-faith discussion about power, intimidation, and the chilling effect legal threats can have on religious commentary and criticism.If you care about free expression, transparency, and holding powerful institutions accountable, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments👍 Like, subscribe, and share to support independent coverage🔔 New episodes every weekIn this episode:

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