Latter-Day Lesbian

In today's episode we are fortunate to have with us the inspiring and talented, a.k.a "loving blossom" (Shelly's term for her), Courtney Ariel. As you may remember, Courtney wrote the article we read last week, "For Our White Friends Desiring To Be Allies." Please join us for this enlightening conversation. Courtney's recommendations and contact info: BOOKS: The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander...

In this episode we read from various racist LDS documents, including the BOM and the words of various "prophets" of the Mormon church. But even though that's part of our history, in many cases, that's not where the story has to end. Let's do something about it! We start with a fantastic article by Courtney Ariel entitled, For Our White Friends Desiring to Be Allies. It's informative and eye openin...

This week we officially debut our Mormon Mad Libs segment, so take a load off on our lounge chair and enjoy. We also break out not three, but FOUR whole Ds for Sister Fanny Fact Check's: Deep Dives into Dire Doctrine. And finally, we finish a listener letter and read a "She Said What" that seems sort of like a cry for help. Poor, poor Wendy Nelson. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purp...

This week's episode features our interview with multiple kidnapping and abuse survivor, Jan Broberg. Jan speaks candidly about her family's relationship with Robert "B" Berchtold, and the often negative reactions her parents had to endure (including hate mail) in order to let the truth come out. Her story is complicated, heartbreaking and intense, so please be advised. Music provided by Purple Pla...

In this episode we dust off the LDL singers to introduce a brand-new segment entitled (cue music): "Shelly's Journal Journey" (yeehaw)! Hopefully, you won't curse us for getting yet another musical stinger stuck in your head. Also, Sister Fanny Fact Check stops by for a visit, and we begin part 1 of a letter from a listener named Jenna. Grab a cup of devil's brew and enjoy! Music provided by Purpl...

Yes, you read correctly - this week we play a fun Mad Libs game from a ridiculous brain washy LDS child's song that's somehow supposed to celebrate motherhood. We also read a letter from one kick-ass grandma (you have to be a mother to later be a grandmother, so it counts). So moms (and non moms), grab a generous pour of Apostate Coffee and join us! Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-...

Happy early Mother's Day everybody! Once again we read from the book "Woman" (written by 15 men) to learn all about how to be a good mother, and Shelly relates it to her own experience. Should be a good time. Also, we read a letter from a listener who's related by marriage to one of the aforementioned authors/experts on how to be female: Boyd K. Packer. Somebody's gotta be I guess. Nutty. Music pr...

Once again we are thrilled to welcome our good friend and therapist (not that she's our therapist or anything), the lovely, kind and compassionate, Kimberly Anderson. This time Kimberly offers some really good advice for thriving during the pandemic, and she also fills us in on what she's been up to. To find Kimberly's CTR group, just head to Facebook and search for Conversion Therapy Recovery. Fo...

In this episode Mary and Shelly take part in a couples counseling session without the help of a therapist (you're welcome, listeners). Also, Diana joins us for a fun Q & A, and Mary may or may not stump Diana and Shelly with this week's FUMPOTD. Hope you enjoy! Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we learn how to be a WOMAN with the help of some old Mormon dudes who evidently wrote the book on the subject. Also Sister Fanny Fact Check enlightens us during this week's FUMPOTD. And we read a letter from a listener named Taylor who might live in a magical place known as Gay Town (she's at least stopped by a time or two). Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-plane...

Please join us for this week's interview with conversion therapy survivor, ex-Mormon and out lesbian: Elena Joy Thurston. Elena gave a TEDx Talk about her conversion therapy experience that you can view on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rIhPZMC4UEg . She's also a mindfulness coach and public speaker. Check out her website for more info at elenajoyexperience.com. Music provided by Purple Planet: https:/...

Today we read a letter from Dinah who's led quite the life! After battling an attraction for women and serving a mission, she finally gave a big middle finger to the church and started her life back over in San Francisco during the 1960s, eventually becoming an activist. It's a good one, so we hope you join us. Each week we read and discuss 1-2 letters (depending on length) from listeners just lik...

An ex Hasidic Jew, an ex Catholic, an ex Evangelical and an ex Mormon walk into a bar...except for the bar part (cuz it's COVID-19). Meet Melissa and Pelayo, hosts of the Forbidden Apple podcast! It's all about life after religion. Fanny Fact Check shows up too! So please join us for a great episode. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

Today we hear from Marie about her strict, King James Version Baptist upbringing. Who knew that was a thing? Also, Trishelle talks about her entire extended Mormon family being present for the birth of at least one of her children. Yikes! Each week we read and discuss 1-2 letters (depending on length) from listeners just like you! So please get in touch with us through our website at http://latter...

In today's episode we talk about some Mormon reactions to COVID-19. Hey, guess what? Russell M. Nelson is NOT an actual prophet, people. He's just a dude with way too much authority (in our opinion). We also have a terrific FUMPOTD, and Sister Fanny Fact Check helps us out with that one. So put in your earbuds and practice social distancing with your favorite ex-Mo-lesbo podcast, won't you? Music...

In this episode we read a letter from Amber, a Southern Baptist, who as a kid learned to catalog her sins and ask forgiveness for each one. Sounds like a good time. Hope you join us. Each week we read and discuss 1-2 letters (depending on length) from listeners just like you! So please get in touch with us through our website at http://latterdaylesbian.org/contact . We'd love to hear from you. Tha...

In this episode we learn all about a cause near and dear to us: Flourish Therapy. Part of every LDL Patreon dollar goes to to support this organization. We interview Lisa Hansen PHD, LMFT and Clinical Director of Flourish Therapy. We also talk to Blaire Ostler, a self described queer, Mormon Transhumanist and author, with a book in the works about queer Mormon theology set to be published this sum...

Today we read a letter from Natalie S, who attended a fundamentalist Christian high school. What a good time that must have been. She has a great story to tell, so enjoy! Each week we read and discuss 1-2 letters (depending on length) from listeners just like you! So please get in touch with us through our website at http://latterdaylesbian.org/contact . We'd love to hear from you. Thanks! Music p...

As the episode title implies, we interviewed Samantha and Tanner from Zelph on the Shelf! Aw hell yeah! What a fun time as we got to know these two and heard their amazing insights into spirituality and their journeys out of Mormonism and into the inspiring humans they are today. Some Zelph on the Shelf YouTube videos of note: Provo's Most Eligible, High on a Mountain Top, and Mormonforcement Expo...

Turns out we're not finished discussing the updated LDS handbook. This week we read a letter from our good friend Amy who has some definite thoughts on the subject. Get riled up with us, won't you? Each week we read and discuss 1-2 letters (depending on length) from listeners just like you! So please get in touch with us through our website at http://latterdaylesbian.org/contact . We'd love to hea...

This episode is all about the Mormon handbook's new policies against transgender people. Let's all raise a middle finger in the general direction of the LDS temple (it's as if Moroni is flipping a bird instead of blowing his trumpet). Along these lines, we also read a letter to the SLC Tribune written by our good friend Kimberly Anderson. So please grab a generous cup of outrage and join us, won't...

This episode features letters from new name Laverne and Katheryn. Laverne was told by her church leaders to take on more and more responsibility (including raising her siblings) in order to please her deceased step mother. Makes total sense and seems about right for the Mormon church (insert eye rolling emoji). And we read about Katheryn bravely walking out on her abusive adoptive father's Thanksg...

This episode is pretty much all about Mary. In recognition of her recent interview on the Brave Files Podcast (episode #101 available on your favorite podcast app), we decided to dedicate this show to the Ed McMahon, or in more relevant terms, the Andy Richter of podcast hosts: Mary Rutt. Warning: it gets heavy and downright depressing at times. There. You've been warned. We also have a FUMPOTD, a...

This episode features a letter from Elizabeth. She's a never Mo, ex evangelical...which is also fun (uh, that was sarcasm). Her minister compared her interest in women to his interest in murdering people. Sounds like a great guy (also sarcastic). Give a listen, won't you? Each week we read and discuss 1-2 letters (depending on length) from listeners just like you! So please get in touch with us th...

In this episode we interview Linda Kay Klein, author of Pure: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Shamed a Generation of Young Women and How I Broke Free. This was a fascinating episode and one to not miss (in our humble opinions). Linda references her website: lindakayklein.com, her non profit organization: breakfreetogether.org and David Dickerson who authored: House of Cards: The True Story of...