Conference Conversations

Listening is becoming a lost art in our noisy, judgmental, and often argumentative world. Host  Boyd Matheson  explores lessons in listening from various faith traditions, and how  listening with our hearts  can bring people together on higher and more common ground where understanding of self and others begins.  Produced by: Bella Pinnock.   Conference Conversat...

Mary Richards  takes you to the sacred grounds of the  historic Salt Lake Temple  of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, for an inside look at the  renovation  and construction happening on this pioneer-era building. Featuring detailed descriptions of the work being done to preserve and expand the sacred building, and how the new Templ...

What role does faith play in the recovery of an addict? Faith can play a critical role in the healing process.  Project Recovery  hosts  Casey Scott  and  Dr. Matt Woolley , explore the ways acknowledging a higher power can have in beginning to turn a life around. They’ll also explore ways neighbors and friends can support recovery, as well as things to avoid, in hel...

How can we better welcome all, in all settings? Hosts  Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic  hold an important conversation stemmed from the recent updates to the General Handbook of the  Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,  which encourages members to make ‘ all feel welcome in Church settings .’ They talk to people of diverse backgrounds, poli...

Host  Doug Wright  gives listeners a backstage pass to  the Tabernacle Choir on Temple Square  as the beloved choir returns after the COVID hiatus. Audiences around the world have missed the live singing of the choir, but now they are getting ready to sing once more and with some new leadership. Featuring insights from Music Director  Mack Wilberg , the new Choir...

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' missions includes strengthening its members and spreading the gospel, even in a pandemic . While the world has been in the grips of the coronavirus  the Church has adapted the way it preaches , incorporating remote meetings, social media, virtual services and more. Host  Mary Richards  visits with recently returned missionaries and mi...

Tangibilitating  the Gospel: The Ministry of President Russell M.  Nelson The  Reverend Amos Brown has a made-up word everyone should learn: Tangibilitate ; Meaning, making something real, perceptible, understandable, touchable, and obtainable. Host  Boyd Matheson  explores the facets of the transformational impact of tangibilitation in individual lives and&...

Hosts  Dave Noriega  and  Debbie Dujanovic  continue KSLNewradios’ series “ Hope on the Horizon ,” this time looking at  the vaccine efforts within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints . They explore the connection between faith and science, and how developments in COVID vaccines will serve as a catalyst to return hundreds of thousand...

This Easter weekend is also the Spring General Conference Weekend for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and our KSL Newsradio talk teams have put together some amazing specials to continue to uplift and enlighten you weekend airing in between sessions and available on the Conference Conversations podcast . We get a  preview of all the specials from Boyd Matheson, Debbie Dujanovi...

Utah has always been a state known for faith, but how have the people of varying faiths adapted practicing  their devotion from a distance during the COVID pandemic ? Host  Maria Shilaos looks at the unique way different beliefs are accommodating their worship and services from digital Sunday school to staying connected online. Interviews include those from Reverend Moses of the Cal...

Boyd Matheson  explores in-depth  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints '  response to the coronavirus pandemic  from the massive humanitarian outreach effort with  Project Protect , to adapting missionary work, and the ministry of modern apostles. In times of restricted travel, economic uncertainty, and emotional upheaval, The Church has shown that it is now mor...

Utahns  came together to help their neighbors and friends through the COVID-19 pandemic . But it wasn't always easy to assist. From government regulations forcing farmers to dump tons of food to health care inequities hurting the most vulnerable, people had to get creative. KSL Newsradio's  Kelli Pierce  and  John Wojcik  speak with the people calling for change and m...

Did the COVID-19 cloud have a silver lining? The quarantines, lockdowns, and uncertainty of the coronavirus  pandemic forced families to spend time together . Hosts  Dave Noriega  and  Debbie Dujanovic  wanted to know if the “forced” togetherness will leave a lasting impact—by bringing families truly closer together.  Produced by Andrew Hull.  ...

Maria Shilaos takes an in-depth look at the changes in the youth programs of the Church . She explores why these changes were initiated and how it is impacting everyone involved; from the parent's perspective on how it is being implemented at home, to motivational speaker Ganel-Lyn Condie discussing the benefits of the program. This program was produced by Caitlyn Johnston .  Conference Conve...

Mary Richards travels to the Sacred Grove in New York, as she speaks to historians and Church members about the significance of ‘ The 200th Anniversary of the First Vision of Joseph Smith ”   Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL Newsradio for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints during General Conference weekends. Listen for...

Boyd Matheson  is joined by health care professionals and local leaders to discuss the evolving and improving mental health care conversation. What has been done to improve  mental health care in Utah ? How can you help others,  and yourself , find peace in the storms of life?  Conference Conversations is special programming with content broug...

KSL Newsradio’s  Kelli Pierce  and  John Wojcik  give an in-depth update on their  “A Costly Cure” series.  Utahns--everyday people, non-profits, and lawmakers--are taking the lead and coming up with solutions for the high cost of prescription drugs. And they're turning their ideas into action.  Conference Conversations is special prog...

There have been many paintings, drawings, sculptures and even stained glass windows done of the First Vision and each of them shows the way that artists and faithful have connected with Joseph Smith’s account of what happened to him in a grove of trees near his home 200 years ago.      See our website for privacy information.

This Spring marks 200 years since Joseph Smith’s First Vision, where he says he saw God the Father and His son Jesus Christ appear to him in a grove of trees near his home. That experience was the catalyst for forming The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  See our website for privacy information.

Some scholars believe March 26th could have been the day that 14-year-old Joseph Smith had his First Vision.   "Whether you believe it or not, it symbolizes man’s yearning to connect to heaven. There's something universal there," says church historian Spencer McBride. See our website for privacy information.

Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez. KSL Newsradio reporter Mary Richards traveled to Haiti for the temple dedication over Labor Day. She takes a special look at how the new temple in Port-au-Prince has changed lives in Haiti through those working on the temple and those who will work in the temple. Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez; the original no residue carpet clean...

Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez.  President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has traveled the world to touch the hearts of members near and far. Host Tim Hughes recounts Nelson’s recent travels from home to Rome, and beyond.  Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez; the original no residue carpet cleaning service. Their...

Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez. It hasn't happened in 30 years, high schools saw their first decline in sports participation this last year since 30 years ago, all according to a new national survey released recently. Is there a decline in Utah, too? Jon Oglesby with UHSAA joined the program in the special edition of After it All, where Dave and Debbie talk about why sports...

Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez. University of Utah College of Law Dean, Elizabeth Kronk Warner joins Amanda Dickson to discuss the responsibility of being the first female and first native dean of the law school. They discuss whether gende r is an issue in the practice of law , the upcoming session of the Supreme Court, and how Kronk Warner avoids politics in the study of law in...

Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez. In this episode, Boyd Matheson talks about his experiences at the U.N. Civil Society Conference that was held in Salt Lake City August 26 through 28 of this year. This was a special occasion for Utah residents, as citizens from around the world gathered in Salt Lake to discuss global issues for the three day conference.  Conference Conver...