The Stephen Mansfield Podcast

Stephen answers listeners' questions about the fastest growing religion in the country.

Stephen talks ebooks: what they mean for writers, whether they're here to stay and what their impact is on the world.

Stephen tells a story that reveals the power of a band of brothers.

People fear public speaking more than sharks and cancer, surveys tell us. No need. Stephen explains  principles of speaking he has taught to rock stars, high school students and leading politicians. Related Links: On Speaking Well by Peggy Noonan The Fear of Public Speaking: Hardwired 

Stephen discusses seven major faith-based issues that could dominate the upcoming election season. Related Links: Pew Forum Report: Mormons in America National Catholic Reporter: Paul Ryan and Joe Biden's Catholicism Rick Warren Discusses His Upcoming Forum on Religious Freedom Obama vs. Romney 101: Israel's Threats to Bomb Iran Poll: Eighty Million Americans Will Not Vote 

Stephen discusses the unofficial religious tests of American politics.

Stephen uses a homespun analogy in order to make a critical point.

Stephen explains how part of the American Right has emigrated from righteous anger to rage, which is both unwise and un-bliblical.

Stephen describes surprising trends in faith and recent politics.

Stephen takes a further look at what Romney believes as a member of the LDS church and how it might affect his presidency if he were elected.

Stephen takes a look at the strong suits of Mormonism rather than the clichés, and envisions what the country might look like under a Romney presidency.

Read by John McClain. Courtesy of Oasis Audio. You can purchase the audio version of The Mormonizing of America at www.oasisaudio.com/product.php?prod=9781613751633

Stephen reads excerpts from "The Mormonizing of America: How the Mormon Religion Became a Dominant Force in Politics, Entertainment, and Pop Culture." CORRECTION: The audio version of Stephen's book can be found here. Stephen mentions Oasis.com in the podcast, but is actually referring to OasisAudio.com. We apologize for the mistake.

Stephen acknowledges the discord between Christianity and politics, illustrating the merits of thinking biblically above all else.

Stephen contends that the need has never been greater for conversation, education and investigation regarding today's world religions—including our own.

Stephen describes the history of an ancient branch of Christianity that still remains relevant today.

Stephen talks about Vanderbilt University's recently instituted "all-comers policy."

In light of recent government encroachments on civil liberties, Stephen reminds us that individual freedom is a non-partisan concern.

Stephen discusses the constitutionality of states rights, civil unions, and the amendment that passed recently in North Carolina.

Drawing wisdom from Winston Churchill, Stephen discusses the value of contemplating death.

Stephen answers reader-submitted questions about Mormonism, Mitt Romney, Obama's "war on religion," and more.

Stephen gives an update on the 2012 presidential race now that Mitt Romney has all but secured the Republican nomination.

Stephen emphasizes the importance of the victims' rights movement, and shares the story of one of its pioneers.

Stephen looks at Christianity, political conservatism, and the often unpredictable relationship between the two.

Stephen talks about a shocking article published recently in the Journal of Medical Ethics. Further reading: After Birth Abortion: The Pro-Choice Case for Infanticide by William Saletan.