Not So Peter Priesthood

Jake tells Dusti the bizarre and sad story about the Kaneko family. This episode devolves a lot and they end up talking about a mocktail bar in Rexburg, ID. It has virgin margaritas and mummified corpses. What more could you ask for? It's seriously as chaotic as it sounds. Note: This episode mentions eating disorders. Listen with caution.

This week, Jake and Dusti talk about the weird, funny, and cringey folklore specific to Mormon missionaries. Did sister missionaries actually fill their gas tank with water? Is every mission being infiltrated by the Twelve Apostates? Listen and find out!

Jake gives Dusti a lesson straight from the Mormon lesson manual about Alma, Korihor, the Zoramites, and a funny little thing called the Rameumptom. This isn't your Mom's Sunday School lesson though. Jake has added a little twist to it. Listen to find out!

Jake and Dusti get tipsy and read an article from the Liahona about favorite sins. According to Mormons, the only valid reason to leave the church is because you want to sin. It couldn't be because it's a cult with problematic doctrine and history.

This week's episode focuses on anticipatory grief and, really, grief in general. Jake and Dusti compare an article in LDS Living to the advice given in an article by Forbes. There are some heavier elements in this episode, so listen with that in mind. Note: Jake and Dusti are not mental health professionals. For more guidance in grief, please seek the assistance of a licensed professional.

Positive psychology focuses on how we can use our strengths and positive experiences to help us cope. It can be a beneficial tool when navigating loss of faith and deconstruction. This is not Pollyanna or the Glad Game, but something that you can learn more about when going to a therapist. Note: We are not professionals. Opinions in this episode and all other episodes are from our personal experie...

Jake has finally found something that Dusti didn't know about! It's not a huge deal because very few people know about this very secretive cult known as the Two by Twos. It has been covered by 60 Minutes but people still don't know very much about them. Please listen with caution as child sex abuse is mentioned in this episode.

To end Pride Month, Jake and Dusti go on a deep dive into the history of Pride. Hint: it started way before Stonewall. Hope everyone has had a safe and fun Pride Month!

A lot of people still have misconceptions about transgender people. Jake and Dusti talk about some myths and how to debunk them when faced with it.

Pride Month Continues! Jake and Dusti discuss mixed-orientation marriages where gay men and women enter into straight-passing relationships because their religion told them that was what God wanted. Even though the church has moved away from promoting this, it is still very prevalent among members today.

Have you ever wondered what it means to be Two-Spirit? Or what the term non-binary actually encompasses? Dusti and Jake go through several of the terms in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to help you understand it more not only just for Pride Month, but also to help throughout any time! Happy Pride Month, besties!

Oh hey there was another worldwide devotional geared toward young single adults in the church held on May 5, 2024. Oh hey, nothing really new was said. They still want the YSAs to just do what they're told. Jake and Dusti are still going to discuss it!

If you've been on social media the past week, you've most likely seen commentary on Chief's kicker, Harrison Butker, and his viral commencement speech. Jake and Dusti take a deep dive into what he said and how it parallels with things that are said in Mormon churches and at General Conference.

Ready for an update on the drama surrounding temple building in different areas of the world? Jake gives an update on the Cody Wyoming and Heber City Utah temple construction. Dusti gives an update about a new Vegas temple. Also, is there really going to be a temple in China?

On this week's episode, Dusti tells Jake all about the world of tradwife Mormon content creators. They also talk about the similarities between Mormon and exMormon influencers.

Cain is Big Foot? Three Nephites fixing tires? A whole city raised up into heaven? Mormon lore is some of the most bizarre stuff. This episode Jake tells Dusti about a more obscure story about the City of Enoch and one of the main Mormon beliefs about it.

This is the second half of a two-parter where Jake reads another General Conference talk to Dusti. This one is from another crusty dusty from the Seventy, Elder Bangerter, who talks to the youth of the church about being foreordained and oh so privileged.

Apparently Mormon God really cares about your underwear. Mormon leaders are really harping on wearing garments more so than usual. Listen as Dusti reads that infamous talk by J. Annette Dennis from the April 2024 General Conference.

Jake and Dusti welcome special guest, Becky, to the podcast to talk about narcissistic abuse behavior and how it relates to the church. This one is a banger you won't want to miss! More information can be found at intothefirelight.com .

Jake and Dusti talk about the church's nonprofit, FamilySearch, which is a huge database that is used worldwide by members and nonmembers for genealogical research. But how does this fit in with the Indigenous People and their history?

This week Jake and Dusti discuss the now-infamous Instagram post on the Church's account that said "no other religious organization...has so broadly given power and authority to women." This post has caused quite a stir among both Mormons and exMormons.

Dusti tells Jake about all of the things we weren't taught about Joseph Smith while in the church. Hint: he was a con-man and a criminal!

This week Jake and Dusti read a talk given at BYU by Elder Wilford W Andersen about the pride cycle. They talk about what it means to be prideful and how the church's messaging around pride is harmful. They compare this with what psychologists say about pride. And of course there's plenty of metaphors to go around!

Jake and Dusti finish off the month of love with a discussion about self-love. They compare Psychology Today's version of self-love to the Mormon church's version. There is a small digression into parenting as well. This one is a lighthearted episode!

Dusti and Jake discuss the wild story of the Twin Flames Universe. Two online gurus claim to be able to assign people their "twin flame" all while charging them exorbitant amounts of money, encouraging stalking behaviors, and also forced gender reassignment. TW: anti-trans, suicide, miscarriage