Pouty Mouth

Episode 39 - The Impact of Mormonism on black women's mental health cannot be talked about enough! Sadie and I discuss her journey of growing up in a mixed-race family within the Mormon faith, navigating the challenges of homeschooling, the complexities of marriage, motherhood and where her spirituality is at now. Follow me on socials: ⁠@poutymouthpodcast⁠ & ⁠@taramherbert⁠ ⁠Read your Pout...

Episode 38 | Celeste is a UK raised never Mormon and I'm an Ex Mormon who is still best friends with Whitney Leavitt - we're diving deep into the captivating world of the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We explore the complexities of Mormon culture, the allure of reality television, and the unexpected connections between faith and fame. Join us as we uncover the fascinating layers of this un...

Episode 37 - TW: mention of child SA. Ever wonder what it would be like growing up black, adopted, and Amish Mennonite? No tv, no playing with the opposite gender, no pants for girls and of course no women in leadership. My conversation with Bri left me fascinated, horrified and shocked at the similarities between Mormonism and Amish. Support Bri: @thenamesstolzfus @missbriforpresident Bri's g...

Episode 36 - You thought the Satanic panic was just for the 80s? Think again because its back baby! Hatch alarm clocks are now demonic, according to Christian TikTokers. A few other thinks on the list of demonic, Diwali, drag, Mormons, gays, transgender people and of course Halloween. Racism and human rights, surprisingly did not make the list. Follow me on socials: ⁠@poutymouthpodcast⁠ & ⁠@ta...

Episode 35 - We were just naive mormon girls in a big scary heathen world. In honor of spooky season we're diving into your real-life horror stories that don't involve ghost, just gynecologists. I dive into your submissions of emergency room chaos, birth catastrophizes, and misdiagnosis nightmares. Follow me on socials: ⁠@poutymouthpodcast⁠ & ⁠@taramherbert⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the newslette...

What happens when a Mormon "good girl" messes up? EVERYONE makes her pay for it. We're chatting about mother wounds with Macy Neely and RHOSLC as our guides. Stay tuned for the end where we get into your submissions about you're experiences with placing a child for adoption. Follow me on socials: ⁠@poutymouthpodcast⁠ & ⁠@taramherbert⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the newsletter ⁠ ⁠Join the...

Episode 33 - We’re diving into Mormon superstitions - Big Foot as Cain, casting out demons with your arm to the square, underwear for protection and Satan controlling the water? Oh my! We also dive into your supernatural and extraterrestrial submissions and my jaw is still on the floor. Follow me on socials: ⁠@poutymouthpodcast⁠ & ⁠@taramherbert⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the newsletter ⁠ ⁠Join the Pouty...

Episode 32 - For all the angry girls ready to rage out. We’re talking politics babes. Men are at it again and because I’m an equal opportunity hater I’m dragging their “pick me” side kicks with them. It’s hard to believe that the mormon corridor could get anymore crazy, but it has! From politicians changing laws for their pedo relatives (nightmare nepo baby shit), church apologist claiming mandato...

Episode 31 - For all the lost girls still just figuring it out. I chat with Ruth Delgado about her experiences growing up with 13 siblings! 10 of which are adopted from all different parts of the world. We really dive into the complexities of relationships in large adoptive families, navigating her identity as a Black woman in a predominantly white community, and the complexities of her speaking a...

Episode 30 - Whether you're grieving what you've lost or already living in your post-Mormon glow up, this episode is your permission slip to build a life that is just so fucking yours. We're mouthing off about the concept of happiness from a Mormon perspective vs contrasting it with personal experiences and insights gained after leaving the church. We explore the promises of Mormon heaven for wome...

Episode 29 - If you've ever had a premarital exam or been impacted by horrible sex education this episode is for you! Can we just promise to never stop pouting about premarital exams and the impact of purity culture on women's sexuality? I get into my personal stories on the subject and share yours throughout this episode, I'm crashing out and trust me you will too. The amount of misco...

Episode 28 - We're getting into the unique aspects of Mormon wedding receptions and bridal showers, sharing stories you submitted! Get ready for all the cringeworthy elements of Mormon wedding culture, including the weird gifts, focus on sex and God. I also get into yurt camping, trying fermented horse's milk and what it's like being black in Kyrgyzstan. Follow me on socials: ⁠@poutymo...

Episode 27 - Karlos Dillard and I explore Karlos's life as a transracial adoptee and his experiences in foster care. We discuss the impact of drug culture on families, racial dynamics in the foster care system, and the challenges of navigating identity and sexuality. The conversation also touches on the influence of religion on personal beliefs and the critique of religious hypocrisy. Karlos s...

Episode 26 - Eden Strader shares her journey from growing up in a strict Mormon environment, the challenges of her abusive Mormon marriage, divorce and embracing her queerness! We get into the parts of the Mormon temple ceremony we did not enjoy, how Eden left her abusive marriage and what coming out looked like for her. She highlights the importance of community and acceptance, especially after l...

Episode 25 - Trigger Warning & Spoiler Alert: Mention of r*pe and su!c!de We're starting off with submissions for "Oral Traditions" all about Mormon Missions today! Then we dive into the main topic, Mormonism VS Gilead (theocratic society in Handmaids Tale). I've gotten a lot of DMs about not being able to watch it because its so triggering or loving it and I wanted to break it down so that yo...

Episode 24 - Tenesha Luckett is here! She's a celebrity hairstylist from Utah, know for her work on Gabrielle Union Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and most recently The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We get into her journey of growing up in Utah, being a non Mormon, becoming a sought-after stylist for celebrities and the infamous feud with Monica or 'Reality Von Tease.' She discusses her experi...

Episode 23 - Trigger Warning, mention of suicide Ideation, attempts and molestation. Sariah and I dive into her story as a Chinese transracial adoptee raised in a Mormon family. We get into her relationships with her adopted family, the complexities of navigating mental health, perfectionism and what happens when you're sexually assaulted by a family member as an adoptee in Mormonism . We discuss...

Episode 22 - I'm diving into the portrayal of Mormonism in reality TV from the mid-90s to the present, focusing on key shows like 'The Real World', 'My Husband's Not Gay' and of course I had to end with this season of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.' What did these shows portrayals of Mormonism get right, what do they exaggerate and why does Mormonism fascinate pop culture? Let's talk about it!...

Episode 21 - Sierra Nicole Rose is here! We delve into Sierra's experiences with adoption, identity, and growing up as a black girl in a predominantly white community. Sierra shares her journey into modeling and acting, the development of her confidence, and her reflections on Mormon teachings and ancestry. We explore the weirdness that comes when mormon adoptees are doing temple work for thei...

Episode 20. Welcome back to Season 2 of Pouty Mouth! I share my experiences living in Kyrgyzstan and the cultural shifts that have come with it. I reflect on my journey of personal growth, the importance of community, and my evolving sense of fashion and self-expression. I introduce new segments for listener submissions and share some spicy submissions about the most hilariously wrong things we be...

In this episode, I speak with Caden Sagendorf, a transracial adoptee, about his unique adoption story and experiences growing up in a predominantly white Mormon family and being placed into foster care. Caden shares his journey from being adopted at birth to navigating his identity as a Black and Latino individual in a community with few people of color. He discusses the challenges of growing up i...

In this episode of the Pouty Mouth podcast, Markeeda Elliott shares her profound journey as foster care adoptee raised in a Mormon household. She discusses her early experiences of being adopted, the complexities of her identity, and the impact of her upbringing on her mental health. Marquita reflects on her reconnection with her birth family and the challenges of navigating trauma, therapy, and t...

In this episode of Pouty Mouth, host Tara Herbert speaks with Coko Springer about her unique journey through foster care and adoption by a Mormon Family. Coko shares her experiences of being adopted into a Mormon family, the complexities of identity and name changes, and the impact of her upbringing on her sense of self. The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating cultural difference...

In my conversation with Jennie we dive into her life as a former Mormon trad-wife, the choice feminism we were all raised with and how she's rebuilt her life after leaving an abusive marriage and Mormonism. Jennie gives such valuable insight into the ways Mormonism has harmed, continues to harm women and what we can do differently now. Follow Jennie @lifetaketwo Power, Priesthood and Pussy Fol...

*Spoilers Alert - Today I'm getting into Shari Franke's book, "The House of my Mother." We get into the themes that stuck out to me and talk about how Mormon mom's makes for great social media influencers but often times are struggling with stunted development, deep shame and mental health issues. Tell me what you thought of this episode on IG @poutymouthpodcast