Blonde Apologist

This week, we celebrated Pioneer Day here in Utah! And what better way to celebrate than by talking about Trek? I asked for your Trek stories and you delivered! From funny and awkward to meaningful and mildly traumatic, it turns out people have strong feelings about this tradition. My sister and I go through your stories, share our own, and reflect on the purpose of Trek and why it tends to stick...

For many of us in the Church, modesty lessons haven’t always been helpful. We grew up carrying shame about our bodies… sometimes even feeling like the way we dressed made us responsible for men’s thoughts. That damaging message misses the beauty of what modesty is really about. Our bodies are a sacred gift from God, and modesty should reflect that truth! In this episode, we’re rethinking modesty....

If you’ve ever wrestled with Church history, felt overwhelmed by things you’ve read online, or questioned whether you even believe in God anymore, you are so not alone. In this episode, I talk with Austin Fife, author of the Light and Truth Letter . Back in 2014, after years of Church activity including serving a mission and marrying in the temple, Austin concluded that God wasn’t even real. But i...

Is Saturday really a special day? In this episode, my husband joins me as we take a closer look at some of the cultural habits we've picked up in the Church! Where they came from, whether they’re actually doctrinal, and how discipleship today is more about living higher laws than checking every box. It’s a conversation about judgment, personal revelation, and focusing more on Christ than culture.

In this episode, I’m joined by sex therapist Tammy Hill to answer your real questions about waiting for marriage, orgasms, masturbation, what’s actually off-limits, and how to raise kids who are both sexually pure and sex positive. I hope it brings clarity (and a little less shame) to this sacred part of life!

In this episode, a woman of our faith bravely shares her experience with sexual assault. We talk about how she’s worked through the betrayal, the reporting process, and what healing and forgiveness have looked like. My hope is that this episode reminds someone out there that there is hope—and you’re not alone.

Apparently MomTok is busy modernizing our faith and fighting the patriarchy; and I cannot look away. In this episode, we break down the wild claims made by the women of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and what they reveal (or sometimes misrepresent) about our faith. I’ll discuss patriarchy, submission to husbands, the doctrine behind temple sealings, and the all-too-familiar issue of slut-shaming...

Being single in a family-focused church can feel complicated! In this episode, we dive into what it means to truly live, grow, and find joy in the season you’re in. We talk about navigating cultural expectations, finding confidence in your path, and embracing singleness as a meaningful part of discipleship—not just a phase to get through.

Raising spiritually and mentally strong kids feels like a huge responsibility and the window to really shape them can feel so short. In this episode, I sit down with a good friend to talk about what actually stuck from our own childhoods. We also share listener submissions filled with simple and powerful parenting moments. Together we're learning from the past and doing our best to raise strong li...

Many Latter-day Saints feel unsure about how to approach the topic of Heavenly Mother. What's speculation? What's doctrine? And what does it mean for our faith? In this episode, I talk with the author of a widely shared article from Public Square Magazine to explore what we do know, address common misconceptions, and discuss how understanding our Heavenly Mother can deepen our relationship with bo...

What does it really mean to be a witness of the resurrected Jesus Christ? In this episode, we walk through the scriptural accounts of those who saw the risen Savior and discuss how you and I can also come to “know” He lives, even without seeing Him with our eyes. If you’ve ever wondered whether spiritual experiences count as real evidence, or if you've longed for more confidence in your testimony...

My husband's back on the podcast with me, and we're kicking things off by sharing our favorite moments from General Conference-what stood out, what made us think, and what we're still talking about. Then we dive into some of your questions, chatting about how we handle disagreements in marriage, thoughts on pornography, and how we (try to) make time for scripture study as busy parents.

New garment styles are rolling out worldwide—so what’s changing, and why? In this episode, we’re diving into why things change in the Church, how garments connect to modesty, and whether climate and weather matter when wearing them. Plus, hear my thoughts on the rise of garment-focused influencer accounts!

Divorce is not something most of us expect when we make sacred covenants in marriage, yet for some, it becomes a necessary part of their journey. In this episode, we discuss knowing when divorce is right, seeking God’s guidance, and finding peace in life after. We also touch on navigating a family-centered church as a single member. Whether you're facing this yourself or supporting someone who is,...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Word of Wisdom—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it matters. We’ll also tackle common misconceptions, like whether drinking coffee is inherently sinful or if the Word of Wisdom is just about physical health. More importantly, we’ll focus on the deeper principle behind it: obedience to God’s commandments, even when they don’t always make sense by the w...

When my guest’s child first came out as queer—and later as transgender non-binary—it led her through a deeply personal journey of deconstructing and reconstructing her faith. She wrestled with questions, sought understanding, and ultimately found a way to stay connected to both God and the Church. As a devoted mother and faithful Latter-day Saint, she shares her experience of navigating this inter...

Choosing to convert to the Church is a deeply personal decision, but for many, it comes with significant challenges—especially when family doesn’t support the choice. In this episode, I sit down with a dear friend who joined the Church at 18, despite her parents’ strong opposition. She shares the struggles of standing firm in her faith while navigating family pushback over her baptism, attending B...

In this episode, we dive into the missionary experience—sharing personal stories, common struggles, major adjustments, and the powerful ways we found the Lord through service. Whether you're preparing for a mission or simply curious about the journey, this episode is full of insights and encouragement. Send it to anyone considering a mission!

The world constantly tells us how we should look, what we should weigh, and whether we’re enough. But what does God actually teach us about our bodies? In this episode, I sit down with Lexi Walbeck for an honest and powerful conversation about body image, confidence, and divine identity. Together, we explore the doctrine of being created in the image of our Heavenly Parents, the sacred truth that...

I asked for your Church-related questions, and you did not hold back! In this episode, we are touching on Church history, worthiness, spicy books, and even influencers using the Church to make money. Whether you’re here for the cultural hot takes or to deepen your faith, there’s something for you in this conversation.

In this episode, I explore Shari Franke’s book, The House of My Mother, where she shares her raw and heartbreaking experience growing up as the daughter of Ruby Franke—a YouTube star and an abusive mother. Shari’s story highlights how her mom used control and manipulation, often distorting simple LDS beliefs along the way. While most homes in our community are nothing like Ruby Franke’s, the reali...

This week, my husband and I are talking about fence laws—those extra rules many LDS families use to keep their teens on the straight and narrow. We’re sharing hilarious (and eye-opening) submissions from you about the boundaries you grew up with, reflecting on our own experiences, and wondering what we might do as parents (even though we’ve never had teenagers and have no clue what we’re doing yet...

In this episode, we explore the powerful and sacred role of women in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Inspired by President Russell M. Nelson’s talk A Plea to My Sisters, my guest, Sarah Collins, and I have a meaningful conversation about the misconceptions surrounding women’s roles in the Church and the divine call for women to stand up and speak out.

In this heartfelt Christmas episode, I sit down with artist Jenedy Paige to reflect on the Savior’s birth and why His coming brings joy to the world. We read the story of Christ’s birth from Luke and discuss how faith, scripture, prayer, and journaling can bring peace in life’s hardest moments. Jenedy shares her deeply personal story of loss and healing after the passing of her three-year-old son,...

In this episode, we reflect on the deeply personal relationship each of us can have with the Savior. We’ll share stories from listeners about the ways Christ has shown up in their lives, performing miracles big and small. It’s all about seeing His hand in our everyday moments and recognizing that He’s not just the Savior—He’s your Savior .