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Journalist Sam Westrop recently wrote a piece for the Middle East Forum, claiming "LDS Charities' were funneling money to organizations that fund Hamas. This is a bold accusation and he joins Cardon Ellis of Ward Radio and Bradley Spencer, the Director of Globus Relief, to respond. The original Article by Sam Westrop: https://www.meforum.org/fwi/mormon-fundingStatement from Globus Relief:...

Cardon Ellis, Austin Falter, Emma ., and David Boyce engaging in a lively and insightful conversation about the animated film "David," its Latter-day Saint symbolism, and the unique way it resonates with their faith experiences and perspectives. The episode kicks off with a humorous and informal vibe, as Cardon Ellis welcomes everyone, checks on permissions, and sets up both the technolo...

This episode of WARD RADIO, hosted by Cardon Ellis, features an engaging roundtable discussion with guests Baylor, Christian, and Michael about the lived experience and preparation for the Latter-day Saint (Mormon) temple endowment. The conversation blends personal stories, humor, historical context, and tangible resources to create what they’ve dubbed “the best temple prep class you never had.”

Cardon Ellis is joined by Austin Falter and Jonah Barnes for a lively and insightful conversation focused on the "Johannine Comma"—a controversial passage in the New Testament (1 John 5:7) often cited as the strongest biblical support for the doctrine of the Trinity. The discussion kicks off with some light-hearted banter about social media, before Jonah Barnes dives into a recent online debate wh...

Cardon Ellis hosts a roundtable with Kwaku L., Riley, and Joseph Gambot, diving into a recent and controversial Jubilee video titled "One Progressive vs 20 Far Right Conservatives." The discussion centers around alarming far-right views openly expressed in the video, particularly those involving fascism, autocracy, and ethnic nationalism. The hosts, all associated with The Church of Jesu...

This heartfelt conversation centers around Brooke's journey to membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The discussion kicks off with Brooke describing how people frequently ask why she chose the LDS faith. She explains that much of her decision was shaped by a direct, personal experience: as a teenager suffering from painful hip bursitis, she prayed with genuine vulnerab...

Cardon Ellis, Hayden Holm, and Tanner take a tongue-in-cheek deep dive into the wild, memorable, and sometimes traumatic world of LDS (Latter-day Saint) parenting in the late '90s and early 2000s. The tone is both nostalgic and humorous as all three recount experiences that, while possibly traumatic at the time, are now looked back upon fondly (or at least with a sense of camaraderie).

Cardon Ellis welcomes Alejandro Rodriguez to discuss a recent New York Times article about "Mormon women taking over our screens," which sparks a lively—and often humorous—conversation about media portrayals of Mormon culture, women, and family life, particularly in the social media age.

Cardon Ellis chats with Hayden Holm about childhood memories, body image, and life lessons learned the hard way. The conversation opens with Hayden recounting a formative experience from growing up as an "indoor enthusiast" with a penchant for video games and home-baked treats, courtesy of his mother—a dedicated baker and firm believer in the 1990s' "clean plate rule."

In this lively, thoughtful, and often humorous episode, Cardon Ellis and Brad welcome Christopher Blyth, a folklore professor at BYU and expert on Mormon history, to explore the splintering of early Mormonism following Joseph Smith's death—often called the “succession crisis.”The episode dives deep into the aftermath of Joseph Smith’s assassination, when multiple leaders and groups claimed to be t...

Cardon Ellis kicks off by highlighting how gender dynamics within the church have become highly skewed, pointing out how feminist influences from past decades have seeped into religious culture, sometimes causing men to feel corrected while women go unchecked. He voices frustration about how philosophical discussions on gender are often less nuanced than those on other community concerns like crim...

Cardon Ellis hosts a lively discussion with Joe, Drew, and Austin Falter centered around the provocative title, “Do Not Let Instagram Commenters Gaslight You.” The conversation springs from the frequent intensity—and sometimes misinformation—in the Instagram comment sections on LDS (Latter-day Saint) topics, especially when controversial issues are involved. Joe highlights how negative or “rage-ba...

Cardon Ellis and Brittany Ellis, joined by the charismatic guest Elder TikTok, dive deep into the richness of Polynesian culture, especially its close-knit connection to the LDS (Latter-day Saint) community. The conversation buzzes with stories, laughter, and genuine admiration for Polynesian heritage, celebrity, and community spirit. The episode kicks off with Cardon Ellis chatting about his inte...

In this engaging episode of Ward Radio, host Cardon Ellis gathers an energetic and insightful panel including Shad Brooks (Shadiversity), Ben, Jonah Barnes, Brad Whitbeck, and Austin Falter. The focus is on the deep philosophical and spiritual question: “What is the nature of truth?”The conversation opens with some lighthearted banter about the logistics of recording and the panel’s camaraderie, b...

In this light-hearted but thoughtful episode, the panel kicks off with banter around the unusual title “Fight Them With Strudels.” Cardon Ellis asks Jonah Barnes to illuminate the meaning behind the phrase. Jonah Barnes narrates a real-life story involving his father, drawing from both Mormon history and personal experience, to demonstrate the idea: when faced with hostility, particularly anti-Mor...

In this thought-provoking WARD RADIO livestream, host Cardon Ellis sits down with Brigham Tomko from Deseret News to discuss seismic shifts happening within Gen Z conservatives. The conversation unpacks how younger conservatives are increasingly diverging from the values and approaches of their boomer counterparts, marking a pivotal generational break within the American right. The discussion is r...

🎙️ The Man Who Tried to “Infiltrate” the Mormons? | WARD RADIOCardon Ellis, Jonah Barnes, and Austin Falter dive into one of the strangest viral stories making the rounds online, a man claiming he nearly infiltrated the Mormon Church from the inside. It all begins with a podcast clip from “Sips with Sarah,” where the other Ish of Arabia boldly declares his plan: join the Church, climb the ranks, a...

Cardon Ellis, co-host Jonah Barnes, and special guest Dr. Lincoln Blumel from BYU dive into one of the most intriguing and recently solved mysteries from the New Testament. The episode centers around Dr. Blumel’s groundbreaking discovery: the real identity of the "elect lady" mentioned in Second John in the Bible. For nearly 2,000 years, scholars and translators have debated whether the...

Feminism, Faith & the Power of Womanhood in the LDS Church | WARD RADIOIn this candid and deeply insightful conversation, Cardon Ellis sits down with Laura E. Welch for a refreshing, grounded exploration of feminism, motherhood, and what it truly means to be a woman in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What begins with playful banter over episode titles quickly turns into a mean...

Did Brigham Young really teach that Adam was God? In this powerful and clarifying episode of WARD RADIO, hosts Jonah Barnes, Austin Falter, and Cardon Ellis dive deep into one of the most misunderstood topics in Latter-day Saint history — the so-called Adam-God Theory. From historical documents to punctuation changes that flipped entire meanings, this conversation exposes how copy errors, misquote...

Cardon Ellis sits down with Richard Brunson, author of “Before the Second Coming,” to explore the lesser-known and more symbolic indicators of Christ’s Second Coming. Rather than focusing solely on popular concepts like the Mark of the Beast or the Rapture, the conversation delves into the deep scriptural “types and shadows” that foreshadow Christ’s return. Richard Brunson explains what a “type” i...

Cardon Ellis welcomes Rick McGee from Springfield, Missouri, to dive deep into why Missouri (especially its Mormon community) is experiencing rapid growth and renewed attention. Cardon opens with some humorous behind-the-scenes banter as the two get settled, setting the tone for a relaxed, candid conversation. The main catalyst for the discussion is the noticeable surge of Latter-day Saint (Mormon...

Ward Radio dives into the mystery and significance of the Cologne Mani Codex, an ancient manuscript connected to the Manichean faith and its founder Mani, a Parthian prophet from third-century Iran. Cardinal Ellis leads the conversation, joined by Jonah Barnes, a scholar of apocryphal texts, and Austin Falter, who contributes his perspective and plugs his book, “Family A Rhyming Proclamation for K...

This Ward Radio episode features a lively and candid roundtable with hosts Cardon Ellis, Jonah Barnes, special guest Brad Whitbeck, and Professor Christopher Blyth from BYU. The conversation is spurred by recent online dustups involving Jonah Barnes, who faced criticism after questioning mainstream narratives about the Adam-God theory a controversial theological topic in Latter-day Saint history....

Cardon Ellis hosts, Laura E. Welch and Brittany for a heartfelt discussion about feminism, motherhood, and the highly publicized scrutiny faced by the social media personality behind Ballerina Farm, Hannah, who is known for her large family and entrepreneurial success. The conversation starts with reflections on leadership, quoting Joseph Smith on how women in the church should lead by example rat...