Joseph Vukov, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Loyola University Chicago, discusses how to remain human in the AI era and shares the Catholic perspective on AI, relationships, and the divine.
Skyler Sorensen grew up in St. George, Utah as the fourth of eight children. He is an active Latter-day Saint who experiences same-sex attraction. He and his wife, Amanda, were married in the Provo, Utah temple in 2018. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor’s in Media Arts and currently works with the team at Scripture Central. Skyler started the podcast “Sit Down with Sky”, which has recently morphed into a YouTube series. @sitdownwithsky is dedicated to finding and maintaining eternal truths in the conversation around LGBTQ issues. Skyler is also the author of "Exclude Not Thyself: Thriving as a Covenant-Keeping, Gay Latter-day Saint", aimed at providing a faith-affirming approach to LGBTQ issues.
This week, we’re thrilled to talk with Carl Youngblood— longtime technologist, software engineer, and president of the Mormon Transhumanist Association.Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant, futuristic idea—it’s already shaping the way we learn, work, and even practice our faith. And just this past week, AI made big headlines again in the tech world with the release of vastly improved models and increasing belief among technology leaders that artificial general intelligence (AGI) is just around the corner. Whether or not that's the case, the exponential progress of AI is undeniable, and it’s sparking some of the biggest questions of our time. If God can speak through the written word, could God speak through AI? How do we discern when it's a tool for growth versus a shortcut that stunts it? And if AI frees us from certain types of work, could it deepen our relationships and spirituality—or will it leave us searching for new sources of meaning?
In this inspiring episode, Coach LeAnn Austin shares how balancing the mind, body, and spirit is foundational for meaningful connections. Using the analogy of a three-legged stool, she explains how intentional focus on these areas can lead to greater harmony in life. LeAnn introduces her Connection Blueprint, a practical guide to fostering connection within yourself and others. Together, Heather and LeAnn discuss the importance of creating safety in the body, the central nervous system's role in connection, and why self-love is essential for healthy relationships. They also draw inspiration from Michelle Craig's talk, Spiritual Capacity, and highlight how spiritual work strengthens intuition and personal growth.
Sometimes your most honest conversations are actually your holiest ones! Whether you have faith questions, are navigating the ups and downs of a relationship, or learning how to manage your mental health, one of the braves things you can do is to open up–to God, to friends, or maybe even a therapist. Ganel-Lyn Condie shares a heartfelt conversation about how talking through your trials and sharing the messy middle of a faith story leads to healing and hope.
What is Joseph Smith's Second Vision? Dr. Scott Woodward examines Doctrine and Covenants 2 and explores the Lord's purpose for the creation of the Earth and the purpose of the Restoration. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS
In this episode, Heather is joined by Jille Dunsmore, a body and life coach who helps women overcome cravings and develop healthy relationships with food and their bodies. Jille shares her personal journey of battling sugar addiction for over 30 years and how she finally found freedom by retraining her brain and transforming her self-talk. The discussion covers the addictive nature of processed foods, the role of emotions in eating habits, and the tools necessary to break free from the cycle of shame and self-sabotage.
This week, we’re so grateful to share a conversation with Justin Dyer, a professor of religion at BYU and a researcher who has spent years exploring the intersection of faith and mental health. Justin’s most recent work focuses on perfectionism, especially within the church. He recently edited a special issue of BYU Studies Quarterly dedicated entirely to this subject, and you can find a link to it in our show notes.In this conversation, Justin shares some compelling research, including the striking finding that high levels of toxic perfectionism can triple the likelihood of leaving one’s religion. He offers some profound insights into why this is the case and he talks about gospel principles that could help us replace unhealthy perfectionistic beliefs.
When was the last time you made it through something you thought you couldn't handle? For those moments when giving up feels like the only option, this powerful message reminds us of a simple truth - you've conquered hard things before, and you can do it again! Whether you're struggling with school, relationships, or just a really tough day, Meg Johnson's message offers hope and a practical way forward.
This week, we’re joined by Jana Spangler for a powerful and practical conversation about emotions—especially the ones we’ll do just about anything to avoid feeling.Jana explains that emotions aren’t our enemies; they’re signals—messages from deep within us, rooted in ancient systems designed to guide and protect us. While emotions can feel overwhelming or even painful, learning to pay attention to them—rather than suppress or ignore them—helps us understand what’s really going on and respond with greater clarity, wisdom, and connection.She breaks down what emotions actually are, how they begin in our bodies, and why listening to them is key to living a healthier, more wholehearted life.