Jasmin Rappleye

McKay Coppins joins Jasmin Rappleye to share how a journalistic experiment with sports betting became far more consuming than he expected, revealing the subtle spiritual, emotional, and family costs of gambling. Their conversation explores why modern betting apps can feel harmless at first, and why Latter-day Saints may need to take this growing vice more seriously.

Prepare for your first Latter-day Saint temple visit with this ultimate guide for the exact practical logistics you need to know before receiving your endowment. We walk you through a complete 8-week timeline—from scheduling recommend interviews to purchasing ceremonial clothing—so you can step into the temple feeling completely calm and ready for your endowment.===ULTIMATE TEMPLE PREP CHECKLIST==...

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has officially filed a federal lawsuit against John Dehlin and the Mormon Stories podcast for trademark and copyright infringement. We are reading through the actual legal complaint live to look at the visual evidence of copied branding and to reveal the surprisingly simple disclaimer request that Dehlin walked away from in mediation. Join me as we s...

What actually happens inside a Latter-day Saint temple, and why do millions find it so meaningful? In this on-site walkthrough at Temple Square, I take you room by room through the ceremonies, symbols, and spaces that most people never see. By the end, you will understand not just what happens inside, but why it matters so deeply to those who go.

Why are there so many Latter-day Saint fantasy authors? (Mormon, LDS) And is it really because of Latter-day Saint gender norms? In this episode, Jasmin and Shad Brooks (‪  @shadiversity  ,  @TheLatterDayKnight  ) react to claims from Alyssa Grenfell (‪  @alyssadgrenfell  ) and unpack what really connects the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with the fantasy genre.

This new church schedule solves so many problems people are not realizing. The Church just announced that starting in september there will be 1 hour of sacrament meeting and then a half hour of Sunday school, and a half hour of the gendered classes like elders quorum and young, so still 2 hours. I've been hearing people concerned that 25 minutes isn't enough time, and that is a valid conce...

With the newest leak of a shocking video depicting DV between Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen, the Bachelorette has been cancelled and filming of season 5 of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has been paused. Hulu's most precious franchise now hangs in the balance. But how did we get here, who's to blame, what are SLOMW's chances of future success, and what is to happen to its star...

Breaking down the Church announcements that women can now serve as Sunday School presidents. There are potentially far-reaching implications of this change for the role of women and priesthood in the church. So let's discuss.

This is a break-down of every Mormon connection found in the Epstein files, including a meeting Epstein had with the head of the Mormon church. With the newest batch of Epstein files that dropped, there are a handful of documents that mention Mormonism in some way. Some of them insanely absurd, others creepy, and one potentially concerning.

No, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS, Mormon) has not funneled millions into propping up Hamas or any terrorist organization. Despite claims that the Mormon Church has donated millions of dollars to Islamist-aligned terror organizations, the truth is more complicated. The church has many humanitarian projects and charities it donates to, and some of them are in the Middle East,...

Many Latter-day Saints feel frustrated with their temple experience because it's so different from their weekly Sabbath worship. Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are filled with symbols that feel foreign, but are actually ancient and filled with complex meaning. Caleb Williams, an artist known as Library of Godwin, is known for his lithograph, esoteric pieces that fea...

As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS, Mormon), how should you respond to the debates around immigration in the United States right now? If you think the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints supports your view of ICE and immigration debates, you may want to read their statements more closely. This is a tough moment in the United States, with ICE crackdowns, Nic...

MomTok has sparked the biggest Latter-day Saint (Mormon) media moment in over a decade, but will it hurt or help The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? This video breaks down what’s different from 2012, what the data actually shows, and why women’s experience may determine the church’s future.

Why does the First Vision generate so much controversy 200 years later? Historian Steven C. Harper explains why the First Vision became the central “battleground” for both believers and critics, how Church leaders raised the stakes, and how memory plays into debates today. This episode explores why the First Vision became the symbolic ground on which people fight about the Restoration itself.

Polygamy accidentally created sister missionaries and lowered the missionary age for everyone. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church, Mormon Church) just announced that women can serve full-time proselyting missions as young as 18 years old. This means that both men and women will be serving lds missions at the same age, forever altering the gender dynamics of Mormon missions...

You’ve heard of Mormon Magic Underwear. But behind the memes and misconceptions lies one of the most sacred and symbolic practices in the Latter-day Saint faith. In this video, we dive deep into the real meaning behind the Latter-day Saint temple garment (Mormon garments, LDS garments). Where it came from, what it represents, and why millions of believers wear it every day. From the garment’s hist...

Did Joseph Smith really practice polygamy—or is the entire story a lie invented after his death? 🤔The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says yes. Historians say yes, of course. But a growing movement of “polygamy deniers” (or “monogamy affirmers”) claims Joseph Smith was a faithful monogamist—and that Brigham Young and others fabricated plural marriage after Nauvoo. In this episode, I s...

Why are there so many Mormon / Latter-day Saint influencers? From Ballerina Farm to MomTok, LDS creators are making waves online. But what’s really behind this phenomenon? In this exclusive interview, I talk with Holly Lauritzen of @ourfauxfarmhouse (over 1M followers) about her shift from DIY home projects to boldly sharing her faith as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Who is Heavenly Mother really—and why can’t we agree on her? To some, she’s the ultimate feminist symbol. To others, she reinforces patriarchy. But the reality is that the doctrine of Heavenly Mother reveals that women are just as essential to God’s plan as men. Our eternal purpose isn’t individual perfection, but divine partnership—Heavenly Parenthood—which can only be fulfilled together.

Why is everyone obsessed with Latter-day Saints (LDS, Mormon)?From Hulu dramas and viral TikToks to Netflix horror films, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is back in the cultural spotlight—what some are calling a “new Mormon Moment.” But is all this media attention helping or hurting the Church? And what does it mean for missionary work in 2024 and beyond? In this powerful interview...

Why Are Latter-day Saint Women (LDS, Mormon) Divided Over the New Temple Garments? In this episode, I sit down with content creator Mimi Bascom to unpack the surprising fallout from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ recent update to its temple garment design—specifically, the 2024 rollout of the new "open sleeve" or tank top style. As temperatures rise and summer outfits e...

Is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints secretly paying influencers, like Ballerinafarm, Taylor Frankie Paul, and MomTok? Ex-Mormon creators say yes. Viral videos and screenshots claim proof that Latter-day Saint influencers are making money from Church sources. But the truth behind the Latter-day Saint influencer economy is far more surprising — and brilliant. In this video, I unpack t...

The John Taylor 1886 Revelation Explained. Is polygamy supposed to be an everlasting law? Why did the Church deny this revelation existed in 1933?Stephen O. Smoot is a doctoral student in Ancient Semitic and Egyptian Languages and Literature and has published research on Church History topics, including the 1886 Revelation by John Taylor on the New and Everlasting Covenant. Smoot was a contributin...

The 1886 John Taylor Revelation Explained. In 1886, while hiding from federal agents, President John Taylor of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon, LDS) recorded a revelation that some say proves plural marriage (polygamy) should never have ended. For over a century, the Church did not officially acknowledge this document — until now.

In this deep dive review into Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2, I unpack the explosive drama, the faith moments that actually surprised me, and why I think the real villains might not be the women on screen—but the producers behind it. But was it all bad? Not exactly. This video breaks down whether Secret Lives of Mormon Wives helps or harms the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—and...