Temple Bound

What happens inside a Latter-day Saint temple, and why does it matter? In this episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys sits down with Jasmin Rappleye, a trusted voice in the Latter-day Saint digital space, for a conversation on temple preparation, ancient symbolism, sacred garments, and finding Jesus Christ throughout the temple endowment. Whether you're preparing for your first temple v...

In this powerful General Conference review episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys sits down with returning guest Brad Farr to break down the April 2026 General Conference through the lens of temples and covenants. Brad brings statistical analysis, personal stories, and four remarkable thematic threads, what Will calls "The Bradford Flow"   that connect the entire conference into on...

What if the key to overcoming addiction, making better choices, and living with more purpose came down to one thing, knowing who you truly are? In this episode, Will sits down with close friends Wade & Jennifer Beckstead to dive deep into Tad Callister's powerful talk on our divine identity and eternal destiny. From the concept of spiritual identity theft to the logic of "like begets...

Most of us are taught to view the Atonement through a "legal" lens: we owe a debt, we can’t pay it, and Jesus steps in as our defense attorney to satisfy an angry judge. But what if that transactional model is actually blocking us from a deeper connection with God? In this powerful episode of Temple Bound , host Will Humphreys sits down with Cameron LaDuke, a scholar of Ancient Judaism a...

In this powerful episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys sits down with Michelle Bentley to dive deep into the visual and transformative teachings of Elder Edward B. Rowe’s talk, "Jesus Christ, Our Rock and Covenants, Our Anchors." Whether you are navigating the "turbulence" of a health scare, career uncertainty, or the daily anxiety of the "what-ifs," this conve...

Do you ever play the "what-if" game? It’s that spiral of worst-case scenarios that feeds our anxiety and drains our confidence. In this episode of Temple Bound , host Will Humphreys welcomes back Kyle Black—a devoted father, Bishop, and physical therapy leader—to discuss the tactical, scripture-rooted power of "lifting where you stand." Inspired by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf’...

In this episode of Temple Bound , host Will Humphreys sits down with Jared Lambert, a historical linguist specializing in Persian and the Hebrew Bible. Jared’s journey is anything but typical, from failing high school Spanish to serving as a military linguist and eventually pursuing seven degrees in his quest to understand the "soft" conceptual language of the ancient world. Jared breaks...

In this special crossover episode, we sit down with Ellis and Eddie, the dynamic hosts of the Come Study With Me podcast. We dive deep into the "psychological warfare" of the adversary that targets young adults today, specifically the heavy burden of shame and the false idea that worthiness equals flawlessness. From navigating anxiety during endowment sessions to the "Little Caesars...

This week on Temple Bound , host Will Humphreys sits down with Toni Gaines and Janelle Hillyer, the creators and hosts of the Every Temple Podcast. Together, they explore the fascinating intersection of architectural detail, local history, and the profound sacrifices made by Saints across the globe to bring these holy houses to life. Toni and Janelle share how their deep dive into the "spirit...

How do we keep going when life feels heavy and the adversary whispers that we aren't enough? In this episode, Kristen Walker Smith joins Will Humphreys for a soul-stretching deep dive into the teachings of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland. Together, they peel back the layers of the "simple" gospel to reveal its true power: the ability to transform despair into hope and trials into divine re...

In this episode, we sit down with Tanya Kimball. Over the last 18 months, Tanya has navigated the unimaginable loss of her husband, Drew, and two of her sons, Braden and Grahm. This conversation isn't just about tragedy; it’s a masterclass in the "paradigm of two truths" how extreme sorrow and extreme miracles can exist in the same moment. Tanya shares her raw experience with "...

In this powerful episode, Will Humphreys sits down with Nathan Shields for a deep dive into the progressive nature of the covenant path. Nathan brings a unique "triad" of talks to the table, connecting the dots between an emotional testimony, the deepening of conversion, and the ultimate step of lifelong consecration. Together, they explore the transition from knowing the gospel is true...

What do you do when you’ve followed the "checklist" of a faithful life, yet your world seems to be crumbling? In this powerful episode of Temple Bound, we sit down with Kristen Smith, who opens up about the raw, often lonely journey of navigating a decades-long marriage after her husband stepped away from the Church. Kristen shares how she moved from a place of judgment, physical exhaust...

What would you say to a group of young adults who are preparing for the temple, but live days away from the nearest one? In this episode, we are joined by Aly Brandon, President of Care for Life , who shares her experience leading a powerful fireside in Mozambique, Africa. Aly dives deep into why the temple matters even when we aren't physically inside its walls. We explore the transition fro...

In this special crossover episode, Wil Humphreys (host of Temple Bound ) joins Julie and Kevin from the Teaching Restored podcast for a deep dive into how we share the beauty of the temple with those we love. If you’ve ever felt like teaching the temple was just about checking off a list of "shoulds," this conversation is for you. Wil reframes temple worship not as a task to be completed...

What happens when you walk away from the peak of a successful private equity career to answer a spiritual calling? In this episode of Temple Bound , we sit down with Peter Sturgeon, CEO of Mentors International, to discuss his profound shift from wealth-building to world-building. Peter shares how a mission to India first broke his heart for the poor and how, years later, a series of powerful temp...

In this episode of Temple Bound, we sit down with recurring guest Brad Farr to dissect the core themes of the most recent General Conference. This was a unique session, marking the first conference following the passing of President Russell M. Nelson. We discuss the "shifting focus" of the Church—moving from the rapid announcement of new temples to the sacred work of getting members insi...

How do you prepare for a journey where the destination is becoming like God? In this profound conclusion to our conversation with Michael King, we shift from the history of the temple to the personal application of its covenants. Mike breaks down the "why" behind the endowment through the eyes of Adam and Eve, revealing that the temple isn't just a ceremony—it’s a roadmap for the so...

How does a 4-foot-8 grandmother complete 20,000 temple endowments? In this powerful episode of Temple Bound , we sit down with Michael King to explore the temple not just as a destination, but as a transformative journey. Mike shares the incredible legacy of his grandmother, Hilda, and dives deep into the "why" behind sacred ordinances, explaining how they are designed to "steel&quo...

What happens when you do everything "right", you pray, you wait for a "yes" from the Lord, you marry in the temple, and it still ends in divorce? In this moving episode of Temple Bound , host Will Humphreys sits down with Sarah Bingham to discuss the raw and often unspoken reality of temple marriages that fail. Sarah shares her journey from "journaling to her future husban...

In this deeply moving and transformative episode of the Temple Bound Podcast, host Will Humphreys sits down with five remarkable young adults, Emmanuel Mwaringa, Esekom Kelly Etabo, Grace Aoko, Monicah Loko, Yvonne Koki  who share their personal journeys of survival, faith, and triumph after being rescued by Mully's Children's Family (MCF) in Kenya, Africa. You will hear firsthand accoun...

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Vernesa, a remarkable 24-year-old woman who embodies selfless love and unwavering faith. We meet Vernesa at the newly dedicated Nairobi Kenya Temple just hours before she enters for the first time to perform baptisms for the dead. Vernesa shares her harrowing yet inspiring life story: A Child of Trauma: At age six, Vernesa survived the accident that...

Join us for a truly inspiring conversation with Dr. Charles Mulli, founder of the Mully Children's Family (MCF) in Kenya. Dr. Mulli shares his remarkable and miraculous life journey, beginning with being abandoned by his parents at age five and spending his childhood begging on the streets. This episode traces his path from utter destitution to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur in Ken...

In this powerful episode of Temple Bound , we continue our deep dive into Mark’s groundbreaking book by exploring the second half, where ancient temples, Restoration revelation, and modern temple worship connect into one unified pattern. Mark walks us through a sweeping scriptural and historical journey, from the Garden of Eden, to Adam-ondi-Ahman, to Mount Sinai, to the Tabernacle, and ultimately...

In this incredibly insightful episode of Temple Bound, we sit down with Mark and Mandy Mathews, a Stake President and veteran Seminaries and Institutes teacher, and author of the groundbreaking book, Understanding Your Temple Experience . Mark shares the passion that drove him to write this vital guide, the heartbreak of a newly endowed student who felt "confused" by the temple endowment...