Tag: religion
15
Apr
Episode 177: Going Off-Brand
by Cynthia and Susan
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“There is room to honor and hold space for the precious and the meaningful even as we evolve in our beliefs, our homes, and our...
01
Apr
Episode 175 (Bonus): Revisiting When Women Are The Problem
by Cynthia and Susan
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In this bonus episode, Cynthia and Susan revisit part of an earlier discussion exploring the idea of Latter-day Saint women’s complicity in our own marginalization....
18
Mar
Episode 174 (Bonus): Exhibit A—Reactions to the Relief Society Broadcast
by Cynthia and Susan
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On March 17, 2024 the Church broadcast a Worldwide Relief Society Devotional featuring remarks from the RS General Presidency and President Nelson. In this bonus...
23
Jan
Episode 172: The Grace Peddlers are Back
by Cynthia and Susan
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Talk a lot about guilt and shame and eventually, you’ll probably crave a hefty dose of grace! The conversation in Episode 172 is just that....
16
Jan
Episode 171: What About Guilt and Shame? | A Conversation with C.A. Larson, Part 2
by Cynthia and Susan
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In Episode 171, Susan and Cynthia continue their discussion with therapist C.A. Larson about guilt and shame. Where are they coming from? What are some...
05
Dec
Episodes 164 & 165 (Bonus): What About Patriarchal Blessings? | Still Talking About Patriarchal Blessings
by Cynthia and Susan
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When it comes to Patriarchal Blessings, there are as many experiences as there are members who give and receive them. In Episode 164, Cynthia and...
14
Nov
Episode 161: Embracing Your Journey | A Conversation with Debbie Squires-Coleman
by Cynthia and Susan
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“In the fleet, I’ll sail my own boat,” says Debbie Squires-Coleman. In Episode 161, she joins Cynthia and Susan from her home in England to...
07
Nov
Episode 159 & 160 (Bonus): At Last YOU Said It | ALSSI Listener Voicemails, parts 1 & 2
by Cynthia and Susan
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We started this project in an effort to amplify Latter-day Saint women’s voices and create a safe space for sharing ideas and experiences. In Episodes...
30
Oct
Episode 158: Telling the Truth | A Conversation with Jana Riess
by Cynthia and Susan
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Telling the truth can be complicated for a Latter-day Saint woman, even if we value honesty. It’s hard to say out loud some of what...
24
Oct
Episode 157: Embracing Your Journey | A Conversation with Mer Monson
by Cynthia and Susan
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Every faith path is walked one step at a time. Every woman’s story is unique. In Episode 157, Cynthia and Susan are joined by Mer...
17
Oct
Episode 156: What About Consent?
by Cynthia and Susan
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There are many touchpoints with consent in a Latter-day Saint woman’s church life. From baptism to temple ordinances to accepting callings, we say yes over...
10
Oct
Episode 155: To the Children of the Mothers in Zion | A Conversation with Susie Augenstein
by Cynthia and Susan
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For Latter-day Saint women in 1987, expectations outlined by the prophet were explicit: “Mothers in Zion,” he said, “Your God-given roles are so vital to...