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Did Brigham Young really teach that Adam was God? In this powerful and clarifying episode of WARD RADIO, hosts Jonah Barnes, Austin Falter, and Cardon Ellis dive deep into one of the most misunderstood topics in Latter-day Saint history — the so-called Adam-God Theory. From historical documents to punctuation changes that flipped entire meanings, this conversation exposes how copy errors, misquote...

Cardon Ellis sits down with Richard Brunson, author of “Before the Second Coming,” to explore the lesser-known and more symbolic indicators of Christ’s Second Coming. Rather than focusing solely on popular concepts like the Mark of the Beast or the Rapture, the conversation delves into the deep scriptural “types and shadows” that foreshadow Christ’s return. Richard Brunson explains what a “type” i...

Cardon Ellis welcomes Rick McGee from Springfield, Missouri, to dive deep into why Missouri (especially its Mormon community) is experiencing rapid growth and renewed attention. Cardon opens with some humorous behind-the-scenes banter as the two get settled, setting the tone for a relaxed, candid conversation. The main catalyst for the discussion is the noticeable surge of Latter-day Saint (Mormon...

Ward Radio dives into the mystery and significance of the Cologne Mani Codex, an ancient manuscript connected to the Manichean faith and its founder Mani, a Parthian prophet from third-century Iran. Cardinal Ellis leads the conversation, joined by Jonah Barnes, a scholar of apocryphal texts, and Austin Falter, who contributes his perspective and plugs his book, “Family A Rhyming Proclamation for K...

This Ward Radio episode features a lively and candid roundtable with hosts Cardon Ellis, Jonah Barnes, special guest Brad Whitbeck, and Professor Christopher Blyth from BYU. The conversation is spurred by recent online dustups involving Jonah Barnes, who faced criticism after questioning mainstream narratives about the Adam-God theory a controversial theological topic in Latter-day Saint history....

Cardon Ellis hosts, Laura E. Welch and Brittany for a heartfelt discussion about feminism, motherhood, and the highly publicized scrutiny faced by the social media personality behind Ballerina Farm, Hannah, who is known for her large family and entrepreneurial success. The conversation starts with reflections on leadership, quoting Joseph Smith on how women in the church should lead by example rat...

The episode kicks off with some candid banter about the anxieties of filming and the excitement of being back on air. Mia, Drew, and the team discuss their summer breaks: Mia describes going on four vacations—including an extended family trip to Turks and Caicos, which she paints as a nearly paradise-like place, albeit with the relatable challenge of not wanting to brag about affluence. Luke share...

Cardon Ellis is joined by Brittany Ellis, Drew and Joe from “No Unhallowed Hand,” and Austin Falter of Falter Media to take a deep dive into one of John Dehlin’s viral TikTok claims about LDS temple weddings and Mormon culture. Dehlin asserts that Mormon parents are excluded from their children’s temple weddings unless they pay tithing and strictly follow church rules—calling it spiritual extortio...

Why Young Men Are Leaving the LDS Church — And How to Bring Them Back | Faith Crises, Youth Programs, & Real SolutionsCardon Ellis sits down with Drew and Joe from the No Unhallowed Hand podcast, and Austin Falter of Falter Media for one of the most honest conversations yet about why so many young men struggle in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—and what actually works in helpin...

🔥 The Second Coming, America & Adam-ondi-Ahman | Ward Radio ft. Richard BrunsonIn this powerful and deeply insightful episode of Ward Radio, Cardon Ellis sits down with Richard Brunson, author of “Before the Second Coming,” to unpack one of the most fascinating topics in Latter-day Saint (LDS) belief—the events leading up to the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, and the unique prophetic role of...

Why Are Mormons the “Face” of American Religion? | Pew 2024, Pop Culture, & LDS Identity — WARD RADIOCardon Ellis and Jonah Barnes break down why The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often called Mormons) has become the cultural symbol of religious commitment in America. Using insights from the Pew Research Center’s 2024 Religious Landscape Survey, they explore why Latter-day Saint...

💍 Has Disney Changed How We See Marriage? | Ward RadioCardon Ellis, Brittany Ellis, Callie Baker, and guest Austin Baker explore how Disney princess stories have evolved—and what that evolution reveals about modern marriage ideals, female role models, and faith-based family values.👉 From Cinderella to Elsa, Disney heroines have gone from being rescued by princes to rescuing themselves. But what...

Cardon Ellis is joined by Brittany Ellis, Drew and Joe from “No Unhallowed Hand,” and Austin Falter of Falter Media to take a deep dive into one of John Dehlin’s viral TikTok claims about LDS temple weddings and Mormon culture. Dehlin asserts that Mormon parents are excluded from their children’s temple weddings unless they pay tithing and strictly follow church rules—calling it spiritual extortio...

Are Mormons the Most Christian Christians?” | WARD RADIO ft. No Unhallowed Hand PodcastIn this lively and thought-provoking episode of WARD RADIO, host Cardon Ellis sits down with Drew and Joe from the No Unhallowed Hand Podcast to tackle one of the boldest religious questions out there:👉 Are Latter-day Saints (Mormons) actually the most Christian Christians? The trio dives deep into scripture, h...

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of WARD RADIO , host Cardon Ellis joins Austin Falter and Jonah Barnes to unpack one of the most overlooked chapters in both American and Latter-day Saint history — Joseph Smith’s 1844 presidential campaign . Far from being a vanity project, Joseph’s run was born out of desperation — a direct response to mob violence, government corruption, and religious pe...

In this episode, hosts Cardon Ellis, Jonah Barnes, and Brittany Ellis dive into the sometimes controversial perception of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often referred to as Mormons) as a "high demand" religion. They unpack how this label is often used negatively by outsiders, but also highlight the admiration and even envy it inspires in other faith communities, especi...

Are smart people less religious? Ward Radio host Cardon Ellis sits down with Jonah Barnes and Austin Falter to challenge one of the biggest modern myths—that intelligence and faith don’t mix. Using real data from Ryan Burge’s graphsaboutreligion.com, the team uncovers surprising trends showing that higher education often increases church attendance and belief across nearly every demographic, inclu...

Textbook arrogance, dismissiveness, and smooth-brain anti-Mormonism was on display recently as David Letting took a swing at newcomer Maddy Packer's channel, so we invited her on our channel to fight back. #mormon #christian #evangelical #bible #bookofmormon

Cardon Ellis joins Drew, Joe from the No Unhallowed Hand podcast for a real-time reaction to a Frank Turek video about what Latter-day Saints believe about Jesus. What starts as lighthearted banter quickly turns into a sharp yet thoughtful analysis of common evangelical misconceptions—like the infamous “Mormons get their own planet” myth. With humor and clarity, the hosts unpack doctrines of the G...

Cardon Ellis, joined by Austin Falter and podcaster Jonah Barnes, dive into a lively and sometimes tense discussion about the growing presence of gender and LGBTQ+ themed children’s books in mainstream outlets, particularly within communities traditionally associated with conservative, religious values (like those of the LDS Church).

Cardon Ellis, Jonah Barnes, Kwaku L., Brad Whitbeck, and Jerry—dives into the intriguing prediction that many ex-Mormons may soon start returning to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The discussion is sparked by a post from the ex-Mormon subreddit, which suggests that “ex-Mormonism” might have peaked as a trend and could now be on the decline. The hosts talk candidly about the cycli...

Cardon chats with Ella Katzenback about her recent article on the powerful true story of Helmuth Hubener. Together, they reflect on their experience attending an influencer screening of "Truth and Treason," a new film by Angel Studios that highlights Helmuth’s life—the youngest German boy executed for resisting Nazi propaganda in Hamburg during WWII.Ella shares how deeply the film impact...

Cardon sits down with Elder TikTok to explore what’s drawing young people toward—and pushing them away from—the Mormon church in today’s digital age.

In this episode, the host of Ward Radio Cardon Ellis dive deep into a series of controversies surrounding Glenn Beck, prominent conservative radio personality and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS—commonly referred to as Mormon). The conversation unpacks how Beck is not only criticized from the political left, but more surprisingly, from the right—especially evangelica...

Cardon is joined by Austin and Brittany with their guests, BYU students Carly, Joe and Drew. They tackle one of the most persistent questions and stereotypes surrounding Brigham Young University (BYU): Is BYU really "this way"?The conversation kicks off with a playful analysis of a viral campus interview video titled “Utah Mormons are Different,” where BYU students are asked tongue-in-cheek questi...