The Website the LDS Church Couldn't Ignore: The Rise & Fall of MormonLeaks

For several years, one small website published leaked LDS Church documents that changed conversations across the Mormon world.MormonLeaks began in 2016 with a simple mission: provide a secure way for whistleblowers to anonymously submit authentic internal documents from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What followed was one of the most remarkable transparency projects in modern Mormon history.In this documentary, we explore:• How Ryan McKnight and Ethan Gregory Dodge founded MormonLeaks• The leaked Apostle M. Russell Ballard mission president training video• The publication of General Authority living allowance documents• Internal presentations, financial records, administrative manuals, and policy documents• Why the organization expanded into FaithLeaks and later became the Truth & Transparency Foundation• The legal battles, financial challenges, and eventual closure of the organization• The lasting impact MormonLeaks had on journalism, church transparency, and Mormon historyWhether you viewed MormonLeaks as a vital watchdog or a controversial publisher of confidential information, its influence is difficult to deny. For several years, it fundamentally changed how information about the LDS Church reached members, former members, journalists, and historians.Today we're looking back at the rise, the controversies, and the legacy of one of the most influential organizations in modern Mormon history.What do you think? Did MormonLeaks serve the public interest, or did it go too far? Share your thoughts in the comments.If you enjoy thoughtful coverage of Mormon history, current events, and transparency issues, consider subscribing to Mormon News Roundup for new episodes.#MormonLeaks #LDS #Mormon #ExMormon #MormonHistory #TruthAndTransparency #RyanMcKnight #ChurchTransparency #Religion #InvestigativeJournalismPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: [email protected] Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.