Kristen Walker Smith

Kristen Walker Smith is the creator of the One Minute Scripture Study podcast, a BYU Education Week speaker, EFY teacher, and Deseret Book masterclass teacher. Kristen graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Brigham Young University where she met her darling husband of over 20 years; they are the parents of three wonderful, rascally children. When Kristen isn’t teaching the gospel you can usually find her rock climbing, listening to Elder Holland talks, or eating peanut butter– frequently all at the same time.

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Julie Rose

Julie Rose has been a radio journalist for 20 years, reporting for NPR local stations in Salt Lake City and Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as network shows including Morning Edition and All Things Considered. Her feature and news reporting won multiple national and regional Edward R. Murrow Awards. In 2015, Julie began hosting BYUradio’s daily live radio show on Sirius XM 143 called Top of Mind and went on to win a Gracie Award for radio hosting. After several years on the air daily, Julie began fighting the urge to avoid the news completely, because of how anxious and angry it made her feel. She knew she couldn’t be alone in that. So, in 2022, Top of Mind became the answer, switching to a podcast that tackles tough topics in a way that’s honest and probing, but also leaves people feeling empathetic and empowered.

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John Bytheway

Inspiring Latter-Day Saints around the globe through uplifting books, motivational talks, and an uncanny sense of humor.

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Heather Rackham

I remember standing on a hot, dusty hiking trail at girls camp when I was 14 years old and having the profound impression that I got to decide whether I was going to be miserable or not. It was so empowering." Many years later, as a certified life coach, Heather Rackham is the host of the Latter-day Life Coaches podcast and director of two coach directories: The Life Coach Directory for Latter-day Saints AND the Life Coach Directory. That 14-year-old girl had no idea she would get to spend much of her life helping others find the coaches and tools to empower themselves in the same way: choosing who you want to be, on purpose. Heather and her husband Lance have 4 children and live in Kuna, Idaho where they are almost empty nesters and love exploring and adventuring in the beautiful world our Heavenly Parents have created for us.

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Heather Bigley

Heather Bigley is the Senior Producer of BYUradio's In Good Faith podcast. She has published film criticism, satirical poetry, and interviews in a variety of outlets. She holds a PhD from the University of Florida, an MFA from the University of Houston, and a BA from Brigham Young University. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a teenager in Maryland and has lived most of her life outside of Utah, called to serve in her local wards as an adult Sunday School teacher or to women's leadership. She is married to Kwang Lee, a poet.

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Hank Smith

Hank has presented as keynote presenter at international programs, universities, school assemblies, and other forums around the world. Hank is the bestselling author of many books and audio CDs, including, Be Happy, Unconquerable, and Running Down Your Dreams. Hanks powerful messages of high trust culture and its impact on achievement, inspire leaders, employees and students in becoming exceptional in life and work. Hank engages audiences with his happiness, hilarious humor, and motivating insights. Hank has an MBA from Utah State University and a Ph.D. from Brigham Young University. In addition to his work in consulting with companies and families, Hank has presented at nationwide programs, several University Education Weeks and various forums around the country

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Ganel-Lyn Condie

Ganel-Lyn is a popular motivational speaker - known for inspiring others with her unique honesty, authenticity and spirit. She is dedicated to her family, faith, and inspiring others. Ganel-Lyn loves teaching others with speaking and writing. She has experienced healing from a major chronic illness and is the mother to two miracle children. After the heart-breaking suicide of her 40 year old sister, Ganel-Lyn is constantly working towards prevention. Ganel-Lyn lives with an open heart and feels passionate about sharing principles that will empower others to live life with more joy. She is a regular television/radio guest and hosts the popular shows REAL TALK CFM and THE MIDDLE. Ganel-Lyn's talks and books have now encouraged thousands of people all over the world. She loves growing older with her cute husband Rob and aims to keep learning and loving.

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Elena Aburto

Elena Aburto is from Orem, Utah. She served her mission in Modesto, California. She got her bachelor's degree in music and her masters degree in teaching. Currently, she works as a music teacher at an elementary school.

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Derek Crimin

Derek Crimin has been married to his amazingly beautiful wife, Rochelle for just over 28 glorious years and they have 6 “Crimlets” ranging from two girls (ages 25 and 23) and 4 boys (ages 19, 17, 17 (yes, twins), and 15. He has taught seminary and institute with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for over 25 years all over Davis Counties in Utah and has also taught with the program formerly known as EFY for 13 years. He thinks the youth today are pretty dang awesome! He grew up in Ogden, UT and currently lives in Clinton, UT. He served a mission in the South Dakota Rapid City Mission and graduated from Weber State University with a degree in Broadcasting and Electronic Media where he worked as a radio DJ with his two turntables and a microphone. Derek is obsessed with ties, socks, and watches and usually matches them all. In fact, he and his wife are also the proud owners of BOMSocks - ridiculously comfortable gospel themed socks that are on a mission to share a message with the world! They are perfect for missionaries and anyone who wants to share the gospel and look awesome while doing it. Check them out at www.bomsocks.com and follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@bomsocks). Your feet will never be the same! He also does a daily Come Follow Me resource called “BOM-BITES”. They are short (generally less than 10 minute) videos to help you "feast upon the words ONE BITE AT A TIME" as you study Come Follow Me curriculum as an individual or as a family. You can find them on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.  They are also in podcast format on Apple, Spotify, and all the other podcast channels. Derek loves relaxing with his family, going on weekly dates with his wife as they are on a quest to search for all kinds of good food. He also loves binge watching the Food Network and HGTV shows, and has a somewhat unhealthy obsession with Chick Fil-A. Oh, and he recently discovered that he really loves Hi-Chews!

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David Morgan, PhD

Dr. David Morgan is a graduate of Brigham Young University with a doctorate in counseling psychology. He has been a licensed psychologist in private practice for more than twenty years. During that time he has treated and evaluated more than ten thousand clients. Over thirty years ago he married his best friend, and they have six children together, in addition to four daughters-in-law and four grandchildren. Dr. Morgan is the author of five books on gospel and mental health topics, a regular presenter with Our Turtle House, Onward Productions, and a contributing author to LDS Living magazine. He has been a presenter at BYU Women’s Conference, BYU Education Week, and has been featured on the All In and Church News podcasts. After 25 years in the Pacific Northwest, Dr. Morgan and his family moved back to Provo, Utah and are excited to be in the shadow of Y mountain again. He is convinced that the gospel of Jesus Christ holds multiple keys to improving emotional and mental health. He recently served as the bishopric first counselor in his ward but his favorite calling was seminary teacher. His favorite hobby is going to Disneyland, and he has been over one hundred times.

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