What happens when online rhetoric turns into real-world tragedy? In this episode of All Those in Favor, Baylor, and Cade discuss the recent Michigan incident where members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were murdered and their chapel was burned down.The hosts trace how language and labeling can spiral into harm, identifying three escalating levels of dialogue often seen online:1️⃣ Calling Mormons “not Christian.”2️⃣ Accusing their beliefs of being “demonic.”3️⃣ Rationalizing or condoning violence.They react to harmful commentary from high-profile Christian influencers, including Mark Driscoll, and explain how this rhetoric dehumanizes believers and fuels intolerance. The conversation also addresses theological misconceptions, such as distortions of theosis and women’s eternal roles, and points to the urgent need for empathy and honesty in interfaith discussions.
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What do Gen Z Mormons believe
What do Mormons really believe? In this episode of All Those in Favor, the hosts bring together a diverse group of Gen Z Latter-day Saints to answer the internet’s biggest questions about Mormonism, straight from Google, Instagram, and YouTube comments.From debates about “rules” like coffee and tattoos to deeper doctrinal topics like the Trinity, the Book of Mormon’s translation, and the belief in becoming “like God,” nothing is off the table. The guests include lifelong members, recent converts, and men and women who share how their faith shapes their lives in real and relatable ways.They debunk myths about Mormonism being a “cult,” clarify that church guidelines are about faith and connection, not control, and explain why personal agency is central to their beliefs. The conversation also explores topics like modesty, women’s roles, and how family and community strengthen their spiritual journey.
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He Tried to Infiltrate the Mormon Church
In this episode, Baylor and Cade dive into the strange and fascinating story of Ishmael, also known as “Ish of Arabia,” a man who tried to infiltrate the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as an experiment. From his wild takes on Mormon theology to his attempts to “join undercover,” the hosts react, laugh, and fact-check along the way.If you wan to listen to Ishmael’s conversion story to catholicism: • From Muslim to Catholic: Islam Is the Here... The story of his conversion to Christ is awesome and everyone should check it out!In this video, we discuss everything from misconceptions about becoming “a god” to how baptism and leadership really work in the church. Along the way, they unpack Ishmael’s outsider perspective, respond to analogies like “the Trinity as a corporation,” and address misconceptions about Joseph Smith, polygamy, and LDS history.It’s a mix of humor, clarity, and thoughtful conversation about what people often get wrong about Mormonism, and why talking about it still matters.
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We took an anti-Mormon university class… here’s what we learned | TheosU
In this episode of All Those in Favor, Baylor and Cade react to and review TheosU’s “Mormonism” course, critiquing its factual errors, tone, and lack of scholarly depth.The hosts start by responding to a social media post from TheosU that misrepresents LDS theology, particularly by omitting the centrality of Christ. They share their interactions with the university’s staff, who claimed to have a “well-rounded staff in classical Mormonism”, and unpack what happened when they actually took the course through a free trial.Inside the course, they find multiple inaccuracies, from mispronouncing key names to confusing entire doctrinal points (like calling Mormon the uncle of Moroni). They also address TheosU’s use of outdated, polemical sources and the dismissive attitude toward LDS feedback.
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Three Tactics to Evangelize Mormons
Is Mormonism really “not Christian”? And are Latter-day Saints preaching a “different gospel”? In this episode of All Those in Favor, Baylor and Cade respond to common evangelical and Catholic critiques of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.The hosts react to videos from Mark Driscoll and Sean McDowell, examining their accusations that Mormonism is a cult or unbiblical. They break down frequent proof-texts like Galatians 1:8 and compare Paul’s gospel in 1 Corinthians 15 with teachings in the Book of Mormon—showing their shared focus on Christ’s death and resurrection.The discussion also clarifies LDS beliefs about grace and works, emphasizing that salvation is through Christ while discipleship involves faithful living, a view shared by many Christian traditions. Alongside debunking outdated critiques, the hosts highlight a Catholic influencer who corrected his own misconceptions about Mormonism and modeled more honest interfaith engagement.
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