The Drunk Mormon Podcast

See, we know that you know that there was NO WAY we hadn't dedicated an episode to our favorite bedroom-visiting angel.  Follow us @DrunkMormonPod

Happy Pioneer Day! We're back, and we're repentent! Starting things off is an episode we recorded *years ago, ready to see the light of day. From Lauren's mouth to your ears, may we present the possibly-true story of the ancientest of ancient people, the Jaredites! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod

Forget eternal life--we want something REALLY permanent! Welcoming tattoo artist Kamryn Jones to teach us all about how to really make a mark. And perhaps a surprise (audio) reveal? Plus! A batch of new episodes are coming your way starting this summer! Details inside!   Follow Kamryn @sacred.engravings Follow us @drunkmormonpod

Recorded back when Lauren was in New Zealand quarantine, we take her on an imaginative journey to the magical, Mormon, living history museum that is Nauvoo, Illinois... Follow us @DrunkMormonPod Visit our Merch Store! Find us on Patreon!

Blaire Ostler joins the podcast again to dive deep into the magical world of queer Mormon theology, or, as DJB puts it, "fan fiction that's better than the book". But is it fan fiction or the actual doctrine?? Find more from Blaire at her website, and find her book, "Queer Mormon Theology: An Introduction" on Amazon. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod Visit our merch store! And find us on Patreon!

It's still Pride Month somewhere! Join Lauren and our schmorgesborg of fun-gendered guests as we reveal the ins and outs of where Mormonism meets Gender! Find @jjmohawk on instagram and tik tok. Check out Blaire Ostler's new book! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod Visit our merch store! And find us on Patreon!

It's still Pride Month for a couple more days, so we're squeezing in a few on-theme episodes before all the gays turn back into pumpkins (that's... that's how it works, right?). Join Lauren as Dan and DJB teach her about three more queer characters from the world of Mormon history! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod Visit our store! And find us on Patreon!

After a brief unexpected break so that everyone can finish moving into their new houses and apartments, we're back to teach Lauren about the Mormon practice of regular fasting! Don't worry, not plot twists here, it sucks. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod Find us on Patreon! And visit our Merch Store!

We drag Lauren, kicking and screaming, back to the Book of Mormon to learn what happened to hunky Captain Moroni and the evil Amalickiah... Also you'll never guess what public office Lauren is running for! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod Find us on Patreon! And check out our merch store!

We're back! It's time for a bunch of brand new episodes, and today we're jumping down a rabbit wormhole into the speculative world where Mormon cosmology meets astronomy! And we brought along a guest who actually knows what they're talking about. Join as we discuss: - Do we really get our own planet? - Do people live on the moon? - Do angels travel by wormhole? - And more! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

For Christmas 2020 your Drunk Mormon Podcast Pals play the classic version of the game Fiasco by Bully Pulpit Games -- but with a custom Mormon playset! Think of it like a drunk improv theater radio play, where shit goes wrong and keeps getting worse. Head over to Patreon if you want to WATCH us play instead of just listen! And head to Bully Pulpit Games if this sounds like something you'd want to play. We don't get a cut or anything, but it's cool to support game companies. (Scroll down to Fiasco Classic to get the version that we're playing) Happy Holidays!

This year has been exhausting, so Lauren and DJB reminisce on happier times, back when they visited Brigham Young's old mansion, the Beehive House, in 2018 while touring Salt Lake City. Come hang with us and learn: - Why is it called the Beehive House when it's not even shaped like a beehive? - What innocent question did Lauren ask that took the whole tour group down an irreversible tumultuous rabbit hole? Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

Don't forget to vote on/by November 3rd!! It's our THIRD Halloween, and we've collected a bunch of listener-submitted Mormon Ghost stories! After you listen, head to our Patreon to listen to extra deleted stories from our first Halloween episode in 2018, AS WELL as catch a video of Goldie Plates's drag queen performance from Halloween 2019 as Morticia Addams! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod

If the year 2020 wasn't punishing enough, we're dragging Lauren back to the Book of Mormon to learn about Korihor, one of the baddest villains the Nephites ever faced (depending on who you ask). *This episode was originally recorded in April 2020, in the height of Covid Quarantine, and before the eruption of protests against police brutality in the US. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

David and Lauren are joined by Tyler Lefevor to discuss the four life paths that LGB Mormons wander through, in support of the 10-year study Tyler is helping leading to build real data about how queer Mormons navigate fulfillment and find happiness. Are you on both the Mormon spectrum and the Queer spectrum? Participate in the study! http://4optionssurvey.com/   And after, head to Patreon for the Linger Longer where we discuss Taylor Swift's new album (at least, it was new when we recorded this)!

Jump back into the conversation with us and guest Designated Driver, Mormon Lauren as we talk about Mormon Divorce! Join us as we continue to discuss: - What's the stigma of being a divorced Mormon? - Is divorce an option on the table? - Is love even real?? And head over to our Patreon for a Linger Longer where we swap shitty dating stories! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod

We're trying to climb out of the depths of 2020 and back into the saddle of a somewhat predictable release schedule and found our friend, Mormon Lauren, along the way! Join us as we discuss: - Can Mormons even get divorced? - Are men even worth it? - Will DJB cry if he drinks enough alcohol?? Follow us @DrunkMormonPod Find us on Patreon!

This is the second half of our discussion with Dr. Mica McGriggs about Mormon history and white supremacy — the ban on ordaining Black men to the Mormon priesthood or allowing Black Mormons into Mormon temples finally gets repealed! Grab a seat and join us as we continue explore: - What led to the priesthood ban being lifted? - Did the LDS Church ever apologize? - What is our responsibility, now? There's plenty of homework after the discussion is over, and we encourage you to lean into it.  Follow us @DrunkMormonPod

This week we invite Dr. Mica McGriggs to help us teach Lauren about the roots of white supremacy in Mormon history and culture — specifically, the ban on ordaining Black men to the Mormon priesthood, or allowing Black Mormons into their temples. Pull up a chair and join us as we explore: - The doctrine and scriptural "basis" for the ban - Whether it started with Joseph Smith or Brigham Young - Did Mormons believe in slavery? We also invite you to investigate further on your own as you await the release of part 2 next week. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod

We're taking a brief pause in releasing our own content in order to redirect our attention towards listening to and participating in the Black Lives Matter movement. We will return soon with episodes, and we are going to prioritize some overdue (and especially relevant) topics. So stay safe, stay hydrated, stay tuned, and stay in this uncomfortable conversation in our country and in ourselves. #BlackLivesMatter Follow us @DrunkMormonPod for articles, tips, and new info when we start dropping episodes again

Don't forget to join us LIVE every other Wednesday on Instagram Live (@DrunkMormonPod) or catch the fireside videos on Patreon after! This fireside we talk about Mormon Doomsday PTSD and why it's valid if you're still wearing the same t-shirt from three days ago. And at the end, catch the Special Musical Number where the Mormon hymn "Choose the Right" is re-written to be "Stay Inside"

It's Mothers Day this week so we take a moment to acknowledge the greatest Mother of all -- our Heavenly Mother. We learn EVERYTHING Mormons know about her (it doesn't take long) and then speculate on our favorite fan theories that give her a little more substance and meaning... Join us in Quarantine as we drink a Boulevardier and learn about the divine feminine! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod for our bi-weekly firesides on Instagram Live! And head over to Patreon for our linger longer after the episode! https://www.patreon.com/drunkmormonpodcast

While we're all quarantined during the COVID-19 pandemic, we teach Lauren about the original quarantine, the Garden of Eden. Join us as we drink Whiskey Gingers and discuss: - What was the Garden of Eden? - Why do Mormons think it was in Missouri? - How did this affect the real estate market value when it was announced? Follow us @drunkmormonpod for weekly Firesides on Instagram Live (Wednesdays @5pm Pacific!) And we're on Patreon!

With the world locked down because of a global pandemic, what better time to finally teach Lauren how to heal the world using the power of God? Join us for a Quarantini as we learn what you need for a Mormon healing blessing*, and how to perform one. *Mormon Prieshood healing blessings are not endorsed by the American Medical Association or CDC as an approved or effective treatment for COVID-19. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

CW: Mental Health, Suicide, LGBTQ discrimination A few weeks ago Brigham Young University removed the portions of its Honor Code that prohibited Same-Sex dating and relationships. A few weeks later they put it back. In this episode we'll explain why it matters, and why those most affected by these policies aren't always in a position to leave.   If you're struggling, know that you belong whether you feel like it or not. Reach out for help: National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860

Don't forget to grab tickets to our upcoming live show! We're being #basic this week with some pinot grigio and a lesson about a Mormon basic, the Sacrament. Come listen to us get way too drunk on white wine as we learn: - Why do Mormons take this weekly ceremony so seriously? - Why do only boys get to administer it? - Is the version we have now even Joseph Smith's original vision?? Follow us @drunkmormonpod And we're on Patreon!

This year we pick J. Golden Kimball as our podcast Valentine, known famously as "The Swearing Apostle" (what's not to love??)! We'll tell you his life story and some of his most memorable… ahem… quotes. Grab a drink and listen as we discuss: - Can you buy Valentine's Day Candy for yourself? - Is it actually better to take the road less traveled? - Who should we blame our swearing on? Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

An extra bonus hour about porn! We ask our new friend Joel Someone YOUR questions about working in adult entertainment, as well as share everyone's stories about their early exposures to pornography. Some are funny. Some are uncomfortable. Come! Listen along as we discuss: - What is it like on a porn set? - How does working in adult films affect your relationships? - Why are people so scared of pornography? - How to lie your way out of getting caught with pornography - And more! Follow us @drunkmormonpod Follow Joel @joelsomeonetramp (insta) And we're on Patreon!

We're back, baby! And we're kicking off 2020 with one of Mormon Culture's biggest boogeymen: PORNOGRAPHY. - Why do Mormons hate pornography? - Is porn addiction even real? - Is porn "just a man's issue?" PLUS, adult film actor Joel Someone shows up to surprise Lauren and teach us about the sexy, sacrilegious world of Mormon-themed gay porn! We cook up our own custom cocktail for the occasion, too. The Malibu Rum-based "Little Factory." Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And find us on Patreon!

Let's ring in the New Year by talking about the classic evergreen Mormon resolution: to write more in your Journal! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

It's that time of year where we get together and have an episode that's zero lesson and all activity! We join Lyvia and Caroline to play another round of Moroni Land (version 2.0!), and Lauren gets creative with the trivia questions (aka they're all about herself). Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

This week we dive into one of the most notoriously taboo topics in Mormon History… Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

This week we take Lauren back to the Book of Mormon to learn about one of Arm-chopping Ammon's brothers, and by the end of our story Lauren seriously questions the point of most of the Book of Mormon… Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

Lauren and David make up a brand new cocktail and have a drunk discussion about "Choosing the Right" and whether it's a losing battle. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

It's the second installment of our new Halloween tradition! Get ready for some more spoooooky stories! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

In October 1985, three pipe bombs went off in Salt Lake City, Utah, killing two people and severely injuring a third. What did this have to do with the Mormon Church History Department? Listen and find out…. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

You thought Mormon history was violent BEFORE they got to Utah? Wait til you hear about what happened AFTER they got there... (and find out what horrific historic Mormon punishment is still part of legal proceedings today...) Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

It's "Oh No! October!" and we're starting off our month of spooky-themed topics with a little dash of True Crime... Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

In our first SURPRISE episode, Lauren finds two Mormon Missionaries at the front door! We'll hear from four returned missionaries on what it takes to serve in the Mormon church's most iconic calling. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

In one of the least controversial episodes of any podcast ever, we get some of our family around the table to play games and learn about why Mormon meetings are never scheduled for Monday! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

SHIT GETS PETTY! The official story is that everyone basically agreed that God chose Brigham Young to lead the Mormon church after Joseph Smith's murder... But turns out this chapter of history was way more shady-shady... Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

When Joseph Smith, the first Mormon prophet, was murdered in his jail cell, no one knew who should take over! With so many people going after the Mormon Iron Throne, would this end more satisfyingly than Season 8 of Game of Thrones?? Listen and find out! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

Oh my heck, there is so much flipping potty language this episode! But if you wanna learn how to get away with it... you better listen in! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

Lauren and David sneak back to pickup a deleted scene from the Book of Mormon, back in Episode 2 when Nephi's family was making their way through the wilderness. Wanna know what happened when Nephi dreamed about his dad's rod? Pour yourself a drink and come along with us as we find out! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

One year late, we're releasing the episode we thought was lost forever! Come celebrate Lauren's birthday with her favorite whiskey while we teach her why Mormons love seagulls so damn much. Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

Lauren and David are LIVE in Salt Lake City, to talk about how it all began, all those years ago... And also Lauren maybe gives her first patriarchal blessing ever.... Follow us @drunkmormonpod And we're on Patreon!

Lauren and David are back in Utah and headed to The Manti Mormon Miracle Pageant for its LAST PERFORMANCE EVER. Want to find out which important character was written out of this version of Mormon History? Then hop in the car cuz we're taking a road trip! Follow us @DrunkMormonPod And we're on Patreon!

Wanna get into heaven? Better learn the REAL secret handshakes (and try to sidestep those violent penalties if you can…). REQUIRED READING: Episodes 35, 40, and 55 before you jump into this. Follow us @drunkmormonpod And we're on Patreon!

**PRO TIP: Listen to episodes 35 and 40 before this one!** This week we're following the example of Nicolas Cage and hunting for Freemasons in Mormon History! (that's what that movie was about, right?) Follow us @drunkmormonpod And we're on Patreon!

We're diving back into the Book of Mormon and shit's getting violent and sexy. Wanna know what happens when a Nephite Missionary is armed with the power of god and also a machete?? Follow us @drunkmormonpod And we're on Patreon!