Peculiar People: An Ex-Mormon Podcast
Sammi Earnest & Karina Vance
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Ep. 34 - Pressure to be Mor(e)mon (Riggs's Exit Story)
We were so excited to record with Karina's friend Riggs! We hope you enjoy listening to their story! What a true relief it is to no longer have so much pressure to always be MORE when you're already…
Ep. 33 - General Conference Recap
TW: Mentions of abortionWe just wanna say thank you SO much to our listeners for your patience! It's been a hot minute since we've put out a new episode--we actually recorded this one WEEKS ago and…
Ep. 32 - The perks of being a man (Chris's Exit Story)
Join us as our new friend Chris details his introduction & exit from the church along with all the perks that come with being a man in the church.
Ep. 31 - Angel Moroni's Visitations
Join us as we continue to tell the tale of the restoration as told by J$ (Joseph Smith) himself.SOURCES:Churchofjesuschrist.org mormonr.org
Ep. 30 - Am I the asshole?
TW: Mentions of verbal abuse, sexual assault, and homophobiaJoin us as we read AITA stories from Redditt...Mormon style! Let us know if you'd like more AITA episodes! Maybe we'll make it a series!
Ep. 29 - Joseph Smith's First Vision
In this episode we discuss the origin story of the church along with the incongruencies in Joseph's writings about the "First Vision." SOURCES: churchofjesuschrist.orgcesletter.org
Ep. 28 - Mormon Cringe (PART TWO)
It's been a hot minute, but we're finally back with PART TWO of our Mormon Cringe series! This one is primarily about cringey experiences we had in the dating world as Mormons. Buckle up!
Ep. 27 - What makes a cult? (PART TWO)
TW: Mentions of cult behavior, homophobia, transphobia, abuse, and suicide2/2 - In this two part series we go over a list of qualifiers for cults and discuss how Mormonism fits within…
Ep. 26 - What makes a cult? (PART ONE)
TW: Mentions of cult behavior, homophobia, transphobia, abuse1/2 - In this two part series we go over a list of qualifiers for cults and discuss how Mormonism fits within them.SOURCES:The…
Ep. 25 - Marriage & Divorce (PART THREE)
TW: Mentions of homophobia, sexism, racism, abuse, and infidelityJoin us as we discuss all things marriage, dating, and divorce in this three part series (3/3).SOURCES:churchofjesuschrist.org For the…
Ep. 24 - Marriage & Divorce (PART TWO)
TW: Mentions of homophobia, sexism, racism, abuse, and infidelityJoin us as we discuss all things marriage, dating, and divorce in this three part series (2/3).SOURCES:churchofjesuschrist.org For the…
Ep. 23 - Marriage & Divorce (PART ONE)
TW: Mentions of homophobia, sexism, racism, abuse, and infidelityWe're back and better than ever after enjoying a wonderful holiday season with our loved ones. We're so excited for you to join us as…
Ep. 22 - "Have you heard of the Church of Gay?"
TW: Mentions of homophobia and transphobiaGender roles in the church are FELT!! Come along with us as we discuss the gender binary, gender roles, and homophobia that is ever present in the Mormon…
Ep. 21 - Giving or greedy?
Come along with us as we dive into the church's financial situation and unpack where that money is really…
Ep. 20 - In and Out: Called to be Queer
Kage shares their story of meeting the missionaries and feeling like she was living a double life as she explored Mormonism in their early 20s.
Ep. 19 - "I'm wearing Crocs to Mass."
TW: Mentions of emotional abuse and cult behaviorOur special guest Em shares their story of growing up Catholic, exploring another church during college, and ultimately deciding that religion is just…
Ep. 18 - "I felt like I was pushed out." (PART TWO)
TW: Mentions of sexual assault, pornography, depression, anxiety, and abuseKarina's sister Sarah shares her story of trying desperately to hold onto the church and the struggles she faced as she was…
Ep. 17 - "I felt like I was pushed out." (PART ONE)
TW: Mentions of sexual assault, pornography, depression, anxiety, and abuseKarina's sister Sarah shares her story of trying desperately to hold onto the church and the struggles she faced as she was…
Ep. 16 - The Origin of Halloween
Things got a little spooky on this week's episode as we discuss the origin of Halloween and how we experienced it as Mormons. SOURCESLibrary of Congress:…
Ep. 15 - Struck by lightning & turned evil!
TW: Mentions of eating disorders & addictionSammi's BFF Lily joins us to share her story & give a little insight on the church's health code ✨The Word of Wisdom✨
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