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GAME OVER
After five years and thousands of videos, I think it’s finally time to ask the question: **When will the Mormon News Roundup end?**
"You Can Leave the Church, But You Can't Leave It Alone" — Here's Why I Still Make These Videos
Why do so many former Latter-day Saints continue talking about Mormonism after they've left?
Fired After Working for BYU & the LDS Church for 24 Years. Here's What Really Happened.
For nearly **24 years**, I worked for **Brigham Young University** and, by extension, **The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints**.
Music Was My Identity. Then I Lost It.
For most of my life, music wasn't just a hobby—it was who I was.
How I Lost My Faith and Got Kicked Out of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Orchestra
For several years, I performed as a member of the Orchestra at Temple Square, accompanying what was then known as the Mormon Tabernacle…
Exposing Abusive Mormon Tithing Doctrines | My Biggest Anti-Tithing Rants Compilation
One of the most controversial teachings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the idea that paying tithing can determine…
My LDS Mission Stories Supercut | The Funniest, Strangest & Most Memorable Moments
For years, I've shared stories from my time as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Some of these memories are…
What I've Learned Debating Mormons on X (After 4+ Years)
After interacting with thousands of Latter-day Saints on X (formerly Twitter) since launching this channel in 2022, I've noticed some…
My Military Deployment Cost Me My Job at BYU: How the 'Lord's University' Broke Federal Law
For nearly 24 years, I worked for organizations owned or operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Before that, I spent…
The ONLY Chess Game I Ever Played Against famous Chess Coach the Backyard Professor!
Back in Episode 67, I sat down for the one and only chess match ever played on this channel against the Backyard Professor, Kerry Shirts.
A Musical Retrospective | Conducting, Violin & Piano from My Early Career
Back in my pre-podcasting days, I was deeply immersed in music as a performer and conductor. This video is a reflection on that chapter of…
I Was a HUGE Britt Hartley Fan… Until This Happened
I’ve been hesitant to make this video because I know it’s going to get pushback—but I can’t keep it to myself anymore.
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