Gospel Tangents Podcast

A 360-degree view of Mormonism. We interview the best Mormon scholars, scientists, and clergy from all restoration branches, including LDS, Community of Christ, Strangites, Bickertonites, Temple Lot, Remnant, etc.

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1147: Fascinating LDS Perspectives with Coptic Orthodox Easter Tradition (Rick B)

Posted April 13, 2026 • 01:03:47

Orthodox Easter this year was a week later than Western Christianity. I was able to take a unique journey into Orthodox Easter traditions...

Did Early Temple Sealings Guarantee Heaven? (Jonathan Stapley 2018 interview)

Posted April 11, 2026 • 01:30:17

Did Early Temple Sealings Guarantee Heaven? Dr. Jonathan Stapley, an award-winning historian—and surprisingly, a PhD in carbohydrate chemistry discusses...

Complex History of Race & LDS Temples (Jonathan Stapley 4 of 4)

Posted April 11, 2026 • 00:00:39

Dr. Jonathan Stapley tackles a tough topic: race & LDS Temples as we conclude his deep dive into Stapley’s award-winning book, Holiness to the...

Amazing Complex History of Women & Temple Sealings (Jonathan Stapley 3 of 4)

Posted April 5, 2026 • 00:42:08

Dr. Jonathan Stapley, author of Holiness to the Lord, dives deep into the complex history of...

Inside LDS Temple Ceremonies (Jonathan Stapley 2 of 4)

Posted April 3, 2026 • 00:22:23

Dr Jonathan Stapley takes us inside LDS temple ceremonies, including the Initiatory, Endowment, and Sealing ceremony changes over the years. Was the...