Mormon Happy Hour Podcast

Mithryn stops by for an installment of Six Minute Skinny-Dip into Mormon History, where we explore a hairy phenomenon in Mormon Folklore, that of Bigfoot as Cain. And for yet another Bigfoot sighting, Part 3 of Mormon Zodiac comes next, where we learn the last 3 uniquely Mormon astrological signs! Have you found yours yet? … Continue reading "MHH36: Two Bigfoot Sightings (the Mormon Kind) and an Interview with a Fundamentalist Mormon"

Colleen and Lesley take a chronological approach through the past 2 weeks of sexual abuse hot topics in Mormonism. We vent our way through Sam Young of the Protect LDS Children movement called to a disciplinary court and the results of that court still undetermined. Don’t miss McKenna Denson calling out her alleged rapist, former … Continue reading "MHH35: Mormon Sexual Trauma Dumpster Fire with Lesley Butterfield"

This week Colleen brings 3 guests on to discuss several hot topics in Mormonism. First up, Blaire Ostler, a queer Mormon woman, takes on the Exclusion Policy addition to both the Missionary and Seminary manuals. Second, Marie Kent from My Book of Mormon Podcast hashes out Utah Prop 2, the legalization of medical marijuana. And … Continue reading "MHH34: 3 Guests on Utah Prop 2, The Exclusion Policy Doubledown, and the LDS Rebranding Fiasco"

Sam Young joins Mormon Happy Hour once again at the conclusion of his 23 day Hunger Strike and Spotlight with an Apostle Event in downtown SLC. I gathered questions from listeners and explored with Sam his reflections over the past 3 weeks of his evening chats and fasting. Listen to his most memorable moments, the … Continue reading "MHH33: Interview w/Sam Young after 23 Day Hunger Strike"

Mormon Happy Hour pairs up for a glorious evening with the Drunk Mormon Podcast. We meet up together, make cocktails and tell our Mormon Exit stories and how we both came to create a Mormon based podcast. We reclaim our Mormon Identity and share how we tackled so many faith crisis dilemmas. Does God exist? Is there … Continue reading "MHH32: An Evening with the Drunk Mormon Podcast"

This week, Colleen brings her favorite fan on to taste Bourbon Barrel Aged Craft Coffee, spoiler, IT’S PHENOMENAL! Don’t worry, you can get your very own as well! We also bring you our favorite cocktail recipe that you can easily make at home and impress your friends. And for the main event, the one and … Continue reading "MHH31: Bourbon Barrel Aged Coffee and Mithryn’s Skinny Dip Debut"

Colleen gives an update on Sam Young’s Hunger Strike this past week in downtown SLC. Then she RANTS about the GIANT loophole that basically makes BYU’s recent Amnesty Policy completely worthless, as  was demonstrated at BYU-I when a student was expelled by her Bishop following a sexual assault. And to wrap things up on a … Continue reading "MHH30: Interview w/Ethan Dodge, Sam’s Hunger Strike Update, and BYU’s Amnesty Loophole"

Mormon Happy Hour celebrated Mormonism at the 2018 SLC Sunstone Symposium this past weekend. Colleen met many of you, and has collected over 20 interviews to share! But this first one is the most important! Please join with Colleen in supporting Sam Young and his current action to Protect LDS Children.  Sam has begun a … Continue reading "MHH29: Interview with Sam Young, Protect LDS Children, Hunger Strike and Spotlight"

Meet the Thank You Giveaway winner of a pair of 3-Day Sunstone Passes! Can’t wait to see you at the end of this month at Sunstone! This week, Colleen brings on a beer expert for our first Beer 101 Lesson: Ales and Lagers. Next, be sure and set aside a chunk of your day because … Continue reading "MHH28: Soaking is Fundamental, Beer 101, and More Mormon Zodiac Signs"

Mike Norton drops by Mormon Happy Hour to share all the exciting details of his arrest at the Jordan River Temple in Utah on his 50th birthday, June 29th, 2018. He also ends with a show-and-tell of a few things he’s found in his old storage unit in SLC, including his very first homemade undercover … Continue reading "MHH27: Interview with NewNameNoah, Mike Norton, on his Arrest for Trespassing LDS Temple"

(10:05min -24:50min) Content Warning: Rape and sexual predators discussed This week, Mormon Happy Hour has a huge Thank You Giveaway, and a live show announcement! Next, Colleen and her guest host Camille bring back Mormon Sex Myths, but first they give a warning regarding sexual predators in the ExMormon community, what consent is and is … Continue reading "MHH26: ExMo Predators, Mormon Sex Myths, and the Updates to Youth Interview Guidelines, yep it’s all about sex!"

Don’t miss an exciting invitation during the upcoming Salt Lake Sunstone Summer Symposium! This week, Colleen keeps you up to date on how Mormonism connects with the recent crisis of separated children at the US border. She welcomes Blaire Ostler, a bisexual active Mormon wife and mother who shares with us her reactions to Dan … Continue reading "MHH25: Immigration Politics, Blaire Ostler on Dan Reynolds, and Mormon Astrological Signs"

Colleen shares her celebration of Pride Week with Lesley Butterfield by telling the story of her cousin’s beautiful gay wedding in Utah County last week. And…she may or may not cry. Check out the full interview on Patreon where we dive into the Supreme Court ruling regarding the Colorado baker and the gay wedding cake. Next, … Continue reading "MHH24: Financial Transparency w/MormonLeaks & Gay Wedding Bliss"

The LDS Corporation has been spending a great deal of time in the news these past two weeks, first with a Financial Statement published by the church at the Mormon Newsroom, and this seemed to prompt a waterfall leak released last week by MormonLeaks identifying 13 LLCs with a combined stock value of $32 billion! … Continue reading "MHH23: The $32 Billion Interview with MormonLeaks"

This week, the Angels on Fire share our goal to travel to the SLC Sunstone Symposium this summer to bring the experience back to you, our listeners!  Colleen and Miranda continue to bring you more Tips for First Time Drinkers.  Next, Colleen summarizes the Hoax NAACP Apology Scandal that has rocked both the Faithful and … Continue reading "MHH22: Hoax NAACP Apology Scandal Reactions"

This week, the Angels on Fire bring you Tips for First-time Drinkers. We asked other Post Mormons to share their advice, and we have brought it all to you! The Protect LDS Children Movement grabs a headline in Austrailia, and the next event will be June 10th, National Children’s Day. Get your button today! Next, … Continue reading "MHH21: Yo Mama’s So Mormon she thinks not feeling The Spirit is a Mental Illness"

The Angels on Fire welcome back our favorite guest Cristina Rosetti for an evening that truly burned in our bosoms. Did you know the first Washings and Anointings were in the Kirtland Temple with Cinnamon Whiskey? We learn all the history from this trained ethnographer, earning her Ph.D. in Religious Studies. Colleen shares her favorite … Continue reading "MHH20: Fireball Saints w/Cristina Rosetti, Cold Brew Coffee & Liquor, and Garment Sex at “the Church of Happy Endings!”"

The Angels on Fire are joined once again by friend of the show Julian Jesse who shares his insight this week on the  LDS Church hosting a Celebration of the Ban Lift on Blacks and the Priesthood.  Miranda shares Post Mormon Life Pro Tips regarding the beautiful art of tattoos! And the much anticipated Part II … Continue reading "MHH19: Priesthood Ban Celebration, Tattoos, and More Mormon Sex Myths!!"

The Angels on Fire have strong feelings regarding the LDS First Presidency’s World Tour message to the people of Kenya. Colleen and Miranda are joined by a friend of the show, Julian Jesse, who shares his experiences, research, and feelings regarding Nelson’s remarks in Africa. Last week, Lesley Butterfield wrote an Op-Ed published in the … Continue reading "MHH18: LDS Patriarchy World Tour and what they DON’T want you to know about SEX!"

Last week in Mormonism was one for the history books! Those whisperings that this conference season would be one to remember certainly did not disappoint! The Angels on Fire tackle the headlines for the past week, beginning with the Protect LDS Children March on Friday, March 30th and Crystal Legionaires, the woman who shouted “Stop … Continue reading "MHH17: The LDS Inc Non-Consensual Shit Show!"