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Something major just happened to the LDS Church in one of the world’s most powerful—and most tightly controlled—nations. A quiet move by a foreign government has suddenly upended worship for hundreds of members and raised serious questions about the future of the Church in a place it’s long tried to operate under the radar.

Why now? Why there? And what does this mean for the Church’s global growth strategy? Let’s just say… not everyone is gathering for Sunday meetings this week. Tune in for the full story, the hidden dynamics behind the headlines...

This week on the Mormon Newscast, BYU’s starting quarterback is back in the spotlight—but this time, it’s not for what’s happening on the field. With serious legal allegations and academic questions piling up, the playbook in Provo is getting complicated. Is this a career-ending fumble or just a temporary timeout? We break down the latest developments, the unexpected moves behind the scenes, and why this story could go into overtime. Buckle up—this game is far from over, and it may only be halftime. Another Cougar QB is bucking tradition. He’s headed out—but not for the ty...

Of all the misleading tactics used by Latter-day Saint apologists, this one might just take the crown. It’s sneaky, it’s calculated—and even after being called out repeatedly, they still keep doing it. Why? Because when it comes to defending Mormonism and the LDS Church, it seems the ends justify any means. But not this time. We’re calling it out publicly—and you need to see it for yourself.

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In this episode of Mormon Newscast, we dive headfirst into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ bold claim that baptisms are skyrocketing. Is this truly a sign of global revival, or is there more going on beneath the surface? Bill Reel, Radio Free Mormon, and Rebecca Bibliotheca break down the numbers, and question whether we’re witnessing genuine growth—or strategic optics. [June 23 2025]

Elder Holland deeply misrepresenting Church growth – https://www.facebook.com/bill.reel.7/videos/10218767200993596

75 + instances of LDS Leaders misrepresenting the truth – https://mormondiscussionpodcast.org/the-mormon-truth-crisis/

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[The Mormon Newscast 6.16.25] In a stunning shift, the LDS Church has officially acknowledged the existence of a once denied Revelation—where Jesus Christ appeared and imposed doctrines that have long been abandoned. For decades, leaders downplayed or outright dismissed its authenticity. So what changed? In this episode of Mormon Newscast, we break down the Church’s new admission, explore the timing and historical context behind it, and examine why this moment matters—not just for historians, but for every Latter-day Saint wrestling with the gap between what’s claimed and what’s admitted. We also cover a Bishops endorsement of a sex o...

In this explosive episode of Mormon Newscast, we break a major developing story that could have legal and reputational consequences for the LDS Church: allegations of tax filing fraud that may have violated IRS regulations. What was hidden, who knew, and what comes next? [June 9th 2025] Plus, we dive into new national survey data showing Utah among the fastest-growing states in religious disaffiliation, raising fresh questions about the future of faith in the Beehive State. We’ll also bring you the latest from Fairview, Texas, where the temple height battle continues to stir controversy—and possibly local legal action. And...

[June 2nd 2025] Tonight on the Mormon Newscast, we lead with a headline that’s rocking Cougar Nation—BYU starting quarterback Jake Retzlaff has been charged with a civil sexual assault lawsuit. The accusations include rape, strangulation, and biting, with the alleged victim claiming police discouraged her from pressing charges. As the university balances Title IX compliance, public perception, and its own Honor Code, we dive into the legal fallout, institutional response, and how this case could impact the season and the LDS Church’s as well as BYU’s reputation. Out Other Stories: – Utah Judge Under Fire: GOP lawmakers are demand...

Tonight on the Mormon Newscast: Billions vanish from the LDS Church’s investment portfolio and we will tell you why. We’ll dive into what triggered the drop, what it could mean for the future for both the Church’s assets and their feelings about the stock market generally. Also in this episode: a Utah politician launches a bold new effort to redefine what’s “obscene”, and it might change more than you think. We set sail on unusual kinds of cruises that blends religion with recreation. We take a look at some of the most creative names being pronounced i...

Tonight on the Mormon Newscast, the LDS Church quietly agrees to a landmark settlement involving over 100 sexual abuse lawsuits in California. We’ll break down what the “settlement in principle” actually means, how it connects to a new Utah law aimed at child protection, and whether any real accountability is on the horizon—or if this is just more institutional damage control. Also in the lineup we will discuss Temple Updates, Michelle Stone’s Content Vanishing Act,, New Catholic Pope Leo XIII, and a New Mission Opening in Atlantis All this and more as we dig past the headlines, connect th...

[The Mormon Newscast May 5th 2025] Tonight on the Mormon Newscast, we begin with a major update from Michelle Stone, the face of the polygamy denier movement and host of the “132 Problems” podcast. In a surprising turn, Stone has announced she’s stepping away from her Podcast and it’s YouTube Channel. We’ll unpack what led to her departure and if the Church played a role. Also in this episode: We bring you the final word from Fairview, Texas, as the town council delivered its decision on the controversial LDS temple proposal. Meanwhile, in a twist of iconography, crosses—long taboo i...

On this Special Episode of the Mormon Newscast, the battle for Fairview’s future isn’t over. On April 29th, the Fairview Town Council takes center stage as the LDS Church’s controversial temple proposal moves from planning to politics. Will the Council uphold the town’s building codes—or bend to pressure from one of the world’s wealthiest religious… Read More »LDS Church v. Fairview Town Council: The Decision

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Our Main story tonight centers around Fairview, Texas, where the Planning Zoning Committee approved the LDS Temple with a bunch of provisions. And now its up to the Town Council — led by Mayor Henry Lessner — to vote on the Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommendations regarding the controversial proposed Mormon temple. After weeks of… Read More »Will the Mormon Temple Get Approved? – Showdown in Fairview

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In this special episode of The Mormon Newscast, we turn our focus to Fairview, Texas, where tensions rise as the Planning and Zoning Commission holds a pivotal session regarding the proposed construction of the Fairview McKinney LDS temple that far exceeds local zoning height restrictions. With community members voicing concerns and the Church exerting its… Read More »Fairview’s Temple Planning and Zoning Commission Session

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[The Mormon Newscast April 21st 2025] Is religion actually… good for you? In this episode of The Mormon Newscast, we dive into a powerful New York Times article exploring whether Americans who left religion are now realizing what they lost. From loneliness epidemics to the hunger for awe, we break down the data behind belief,… Read More »Religion Is Good For You?

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In this episode of the Mormon Newscast, we delve into a pivotal legal development: the LDS Church’s recent loss in a lawsuit concerning the payment of sexual abuse settlements. This case has sparked widespread discussion about institutional accountability and the mechanisms in place for addressing such serious allegations.​ We examine the details of the lawsuit,… Read More »LDS Church Loses A Lawsuit!

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[The Mormon Newscast 4.7.25] In the wake of General Conference, Elder Neil Andersen’s talk is creating a buzz. We’ll break down the story that has social media awry—a woman raising the child her husband fathered in an affair—as Andersen’s message on compassion collides with real-world questions about boundaries, forgiveness, and institutional tone-deafness. He also waded… Read More »Elder Andersen’s Controversial Conference Talk on Abortion

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Religion professor and popular LDS podcaster and apologist Jared Halverson set off a firestorm this week with a video urging women to stay in the Church, even if they feel unseen, unheard, and second-class. The backlash was swift and fierce, with women from across the Mormon spectrum calling out the spiritual harm embedded in his… Read More »Jared Halvorsen: Unshaken… Until the Backlash

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🚨 BREAKING: The LDS Church has quietly updated its official Gospel Topics essay on Race and the Priesthood — and yes, the shift is significant. In this episode of Mormon Newscast, we take a deep dive into the newest revision to one of Mormonism’s most controversial topics: the Church’s historic ban on Black men holding… Read More »The Newest Shift On The Racist Priesthood Ban

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This Week on the Mormon Newscast we take a look at the recent news of the charges against a Utah Fire chief who was charged with sexual exploitation of a child, and the judge who released him on bail who is alleged to have had a sexual relationship and shared child porn with each other.… Read More »Utah Officials Being Investigated On Child Sexual Exploitation!!

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March 10th 2025 – On This Week’s Mormon Newscast we take a look at the Mormon Masculine “Manosphere” and the push by some content creators for a stronger masculinity. We also look at some recent LDS Data that has come out pointing to more men than women are staying in the Church. Should Church Help… Read More »Are LDS Men Moving Into The Manosphere

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🔥 TONIGHT on The Mormon Newscast! 🔥March 3rd 2025 🚨 LDS WEALTH HOARDING NOT ACCORDING TO ELDER BEDNAR 🚨 Elder Bednar and the LDS Church are doubling down—denying their mind-blowing wealth. What’s the real story? We’re breaking it down! 📉 Is Mormonism (and Christianity) in Freefall? 📉 The latest PEW Research just dropped—and the results… Read More »Elder Bednar & LDS Church Deny Hoarding of Wealth !

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The LDS Church’s attempt to sugarcoat Joseph Smith’s polygamy for kids backfired hard. Faced with fierce backlash, they retracted the cartoon using a laughably flimsy excuse—just another chapter in their long history of dodging accountability. Tune in to this episode as we peel back the layers on this circus and ask the tough question: when… Read More »LDS Church Children’s Cartoon Debacle [The Mormon Newscast Feb 24th 2025]

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Mormon Newscast Feb 16th 2025 – This week on The Mormon Newscast, we dive into the story out of Cody, Wyoming, where the LDS Church has admitted that a city official provided misleading legal advice, leading to the controversial approval of the Cody temple. As local opposition to the temple’s size and lighting grows, the… Read More »LDS Church Blames Cody Official for Misleading Temple Approval!

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The Courts have spoken in the James Huntsman v. LDS Church legal case and the Mormon Newscast is here to break the story down for you. We also take a look at one politician’s taking the Church distaste for the word Mormon too far and also examine the LDS Church’s recent official Statement on immigration… Read More »No Tithing For You ! [The Mormon Newscast Feb 3rd 2025]

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On this weeks episode of the Mormon Newscast, we look at the LDS Church’s response to American Primeval. The Church’s seeming distaste for non accurate history in one place seems to be a blind spot for the LDS Church. And we take a look at both sides. We also discuss all the “Second Coming” rhetoric… Read More »LDS Church Fires Back at American Primeval [Jan 27th 2025]

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This week on the Mormon Newscast we cover the recent news on the tithing lawsuit situation as well as share with you the winners of the 2024 Brodie awards. Rounding out the week is a story about Free Agency and Franchise owners and an update on the Fairview Temple. Help support RFM and Bill Reel… Read More »Feds to Rule on Tithing & The Brodie Awards [The Mormon Newscast Jan 20th 2025]

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This week on the Mormon Newscast we take an in depth look at the recent surveys sent out by the LDS Church. What were they asking? What were they conveying? And how might these be used? We look at a few other stories big stories as well such as the American Primeval and the recent… Read More »Latter Day Surveys [The Mormon Newscast Jan 13th 2025]

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News coverage of BYU’s effort to impose Orthodoxy and punish the resistant is the main story for this week’s Mormon Newscast. We also take a look at some profound data coming out from Mormon researchers and some info on who is leaving the LDS Church and more on the problematic polygamy cartoons and lastly the… Read More »Dark Days Ahead For BYU Staff? [The Mormon Newscast Jan 6th 2025]

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On this week’s Newscast we take a look at how others are perceiving the new cartoons for kids on Joseph Smith’s Polygamy. We also look at what the New LDS Hymns are suggesting in regard to LDS theology. And we wrap up taking a look at some Christmas and Smithmas stories.

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On tonight’s Mormon Newscast we take a look that the LDS Church’s effort recently to teach Children about Joseph Smith’s Polygamy. We also look at KUTV recent alteration of a News story that seems to obscure the abuser’s relationship with the LDS Church. The Church seeming to burden Seminary Teachers in spite of its wealth,… Read More »LDS Cartoons Inoculate Children [The Mormon Newscast 12.16.2024]

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This week on the Newscast we take a look at the new introduction to the Book of Mormon and all the buzz regarding it. We also look at the recent claims of staggering growth in the LDS Church. We also look at some recent buzz regarding Temple building and we end with a story about… Read More »A NEW Introduction to the Book of Mormon! [The Mormon Newscast 12.9.2024]

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On this special episode of the Mormon Newscast we bring to you the first opportunity that Fairview Residents have to weigh in on the recent settlement agreement between the town of Fairview Texas and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints regarding the proposed LDS Temple . Help support RFM and Bill Reel with… Read More »Fairview Texas Public Meeting on LDS Temple [The Mormon Newscast Special Dec 3rd 2024]

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This week on the Mormon Newscast, we explore the homicide charges against a Mormon Dentist from Colorado. We also take a look at the recent buzz around the BYU vs Arizona college football game, a tv show involving an LDS Realtor, Dating in Utah among LDS and Non-LDS, and a major announcement regarding the Fairview/McKinney… Read More »Mormon Dentist Murderer? [The Mormon Newscast 12.2.2024]

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This week on the Mormon Newscast we take a look at the recent buzz about Elder Bednar’s frustration with people standing in LDS Meetings when he thinks they should be sitting. We also look at the recent update regarding one of the lawsuits against the LDS Church in an effort to get tithing back. We wrap up by looking at a recent article about how much the Nazi’s supposed disdain for the Mormons and we take another look the Movie Heretic.

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This week on the Mormon Newscast we take a look at the recent buzz about Elder Bednar’s frustration with people standing in LDS Meetings when he thinks they should be sitting. We also look at the recent update regarding one of the lawsuits against the LDS Church in an effort to get tithing back. We… Read More »Stand For Something – Just Not David Bednar [The Mormon Newscast 11.18.2024]

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On this week’s Newscast, we cover the Movie release of Heretic starring Hugh Grant. Having viewed the Movie, we discuss the plot (spoiler alert) and its potential impact on the Mormon landscape. We also cover an update on the Fairview Temple legal issues and take a look at the refusal on prominent LDS towns in… Read More »Heretic [The Mormon Newscast 044]

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On this week’s Newscast we cover the recent changes allowing 40 Year Old Single Males to serve as full-time missionaries. We will also discuss the Alpine School Districts placing the accusations against staff behind a paywall, Crazy Second Coming rhetoric, and the upcoming Heretic Movie update. Help support RFM and Bill Reel with The Mormon… Read More »40 Year Old Single Missionaries [The Mormon Newscast 043]

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Utah Politician Mike Lee recently encouraged BYU to take action against a journalistic entity at BYU raising questions about both a politician’s right to challenge “Freedom of the Press” and whether “Freedom of Religion” or “Freedom of the Press” take precedent. In other news we cover the recent NIL offer by BYU to draw prestige… Read More »Mike Lee & The First Amendment [The Mormon Newscast: 042]

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In this weeks Mormon Newscast, We discussed the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saint’s recent changes to sacred garments. We also cover other important news that occurred in Mormonism this week!

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This week on the newscast we take a look at the recent buzz of numerous sexual abuse cases within the LDS Church along with several other stories.

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