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.

Recent Episodes

Crossing the Brethren’s Line (Part 5 of 5)

Posted July 20, 2022 • 00:17:45

Eugene England seemed to one of those crossing the brethren’s line with some of theological musings. Recently, Fiona Givens did as well with her discussion...

Explaining Atonement Theories (Part 4 of 5)

Posted July 18, 2022 • 00:17:16

Why did Jesus die for us? Was he a moral teacher, or did his death substitute for our sins? Why does God require someone to die for sin? We’re going...

Is it OK to Ask Hard Questions at Church? (Part 3 of 5)

Posted July 15, 2022 • 00:14:29

Gene England was one who liked to ask the hard questions at Church. It definitely caused Gene trouble with Church leaders. Has it gotten any better...

Eugene England at BYU, Dialogue (Part 2 of 5)

Posted July 13, 2022 • 00:12:53

Following a stint at St. Olaf’s College in Minnesota, Eugene England sought employment at BYU. He also helped start a Mormon history magazine called...

Turning Down, Accepting Eugene England (Terryl Givens 1 of 5)

Posted July 11, 2022 • 00:15:47

I just finished a biography of Eugene England called “Stretching the Heavens” by Dr. Terryl Givens. I loved it and felt a real kinship to Dr. England,...