Post Mormon Peace

Post Mormon Peace is a podcast dedicated to bridging the gap between those who stay and those who leave. Through thoughtful, respectful conversations, we sit down with both believing and non-believing guests to explore their experiences, challenges, and perspectives. This isn’t about debating who’s right or wrong—it’s about listening, understanding, and finding common ground.Faith transitions, whether personal or within families, can create tension. But at the heart of it all, relationships matter more than beliefs. Our goal is to create a space where open dialogue can thrive, where differences don’t have to mean division, and where mutual respect leads to deeper connection.Wherever you stand on faith, you’re welcome here.

Post Mormon Peace is a religion podcast hosted by postmormonpeace, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #23

  I Don’t Need Mormonism to Be Wrong Anymore

  Aug 18, 202625 min

  In this solo episode, Derek reflects on what peace has started to look like several years after leaving the LDS Church. After moving back to Utah and finding himself surrounded by Mormon culture again, he noticed something changing. Instead of only seeing the parts of the Church he disagrees with, he’s becoming more willing to recognize what he still appreciates about it. That shift raises some bigger questions: What does religion provide that may be difficult to recreate outside of it? How do we pass values on to our children without requiring them to share our worldview? And can we become secure enough in our own beliefs that we no longer need the people around us to agree with us? Derek explores self-acceptance, uncertainty, raising kids after a faith transition, learning from criticism, and the freedom that can come from admitting, “I don’t know.” Maybe peace isn’t finally having all the answers. Maybe it’s becoming comfortable enough with ourselves to remain open to people, ideas, and even the possibility that we might change our minds.

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  Episode #22

  Why People Really Leave the Mormon Church | A Conversation About the book "Torn" By Jeff Strong

  Aug 8, 202651 min

  Why do people really leave the LDS Church—and how well do believing members understand their reasons? In this episode of Post-Mormon Peace, Derek Williams and Jordan Smith discuss Torn: Why People We Love Are Leaving the Church and What We Can Learn from Them by Jeff Strong. Drawing on thousands of survey responses and interviews, Torn explores the growing number of people disengaging from the Church and, perhaps more importantly, the disconnect between why believing members think people leave and the reasons former members actually give. Derek and Jordan dig into some of the book’s most interesting findings, including the role of church history and truth claims, moral and social disagreements, difficult church experiences, and the surprisingly small percentage of people who say they left simply because they wanted a different lifestyle. But the conversation goes beyond the statistics. How do you maintain a meaningful relationship when someone you love sees the Church completely differently than you do? Can believing members genuinely accept someone’s decision to leave while still hoping they return? And can former members extend that same curiosity and empathy toward those who continue to believe? Derek and Jordan also discuss what Torn gets right, where they think it falls short, and why learning to listen without trying to persuade may be one of the most important skills for both believing and post-Mormon families. Plus, they share some exciting news: Torn author Jeff Strong will be joining Post-Mormon Peace for an upcoming episode. Whether you're an active member, former member, somewhere in between, or trying to understand someone you love, this conversation is ultimately about something bigger than deciding who is right: learning how to understand each other and protect the relationships that matter most.

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  Episode #21

  Meet in the Middle

  Nov 6, 202515 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Post Mormon Peace, we explore what it really means to meet in the middle when beliefs, identities, and experiences diverge. Rather than arguing to be right or trying to change someone’s mind, we talk about how curiosity, empathy, and genuine listening create bridges across ideological and religious divides. We share a personal story about navigating a political disagreement with a close friend — not by debating, but by asking questions to understand his why.</p> <p>This conversation challenges the idea that people leaving a faith tradition need to remain quiet, neutral, or distant to main...

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  Episode #20

  Coming Back to the Table: The Imperfect Side of Peace

  Oct 22, 202529 minS0

  <p>From the outside, it can look like I’ve built a perfectly peaceful life of open conversations and harmony. The truth? Choosing openness often means choosing discomfort. In this episode, I talk about what peace actually looks like in practice—the messy parts, the triggers, and the moments I’d rather keep my mouth shut.</p> <p>I share recent stories with a sibling, my dad, a close friend, my wife, and a raw moment with my mom where I snapped, then called back to apologize. You’ll hear how I’m learning to zoom out (think S&P 500 growth cur...

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  Episode #19

  Parenting Without Pressure: Love, Trust, and Letting Go (Part 2 with Ashlyn)

  Jul 4, 202552 minS0

  <p>In this heartfelt follow-up episode, Derek sits down once again with his teenage daughter, Ashlyn, for an open conversation about how parenting in their family has evolved—especially since leaving the Mormon church.</p> <p>They explore the transformation from a model of correction and control to one centered on love, trust, open communication, and emotional freedom. Derek shares insights from working with coach Steve Hardison and discusses how one powerful shift in focus—“my sole and primary purpose as a parent is to love and accept my children”—has changed everything.</p> <p>Ashlyn brings her honest, thoughtful perspectiv...

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