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He lived the Gospel for 30 days... then decided to get baptized! We're learning everything we can about "Chris the Casual"!In this raw and inspiring Ward Radio live stream, Cardon Ellis and Brittany the Shadow welcome Chris the Casual (Chris Ross) — a former self-described Satanist who had a life-changing encounter with LDS missionaries and is now preparing for baptism in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Chris shares his unfiltered journey: meeting missionaries while waiting for his fiancé, initially mocking the Church, feeling the Spirit, deleting his critical videos, committing to serious study, and taking the 30-day “live like a Mormon” challenge (including going cold turkey on his beloved Reese’s iced coffee!). He opens up about his honest doctrinal questions around Heavenly Mother and the nature of God, his deep love for the temple, and how the Church’s teachings align more with the Bible than he expected. He also talks about the profound positive changes in his life and his current path toward baptism after marriage.This is a must-watch for investigators, new members, and anyone who loves powerful stories of faith.
Timestamps / Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Welcome & Introducing Chris the Casual
02:25 – Chris Tells His Origin Story (Tennessee, Fiancé & Satanist Past)
04:00 – What “Satanist” Actually Meant to Him06:15 – Feeling the Spirit & Returning to Church
07:33 – The 30-Day “Live Like a Mormon” Challenge
09:54 – Cardon Shares His Mission Invitation Story
11:35 – How the Journey Has Been Received (Antis & Cookies)
15:22 – Brittany Asks: What Was the Most Challenging Part?
15:36 – Giving Up Coffee Cold Turkey (Reese’s Iced Coffee!)
16:08 – Chris’s Religious Background Growing Up
20:16 – Anti-Mormon Rabbit Holes & “Magic Underwear” Questions
22:13 – Word of Wisdom Struggle & Setting a Baptismal Date
23:32 – Biggest Doctrinal Hangups: Heavenly Mother & God of Flesh and Bone
25:54 – Still Iffy but Prioritizing Following Christ
36:59 – What He Loves Most: Temples & Their Biblical Connection
40:55 – Family & Fiancé’s Reactions to His Changes
48:29 – Current Status: Wants Baptism After Marriage (Hoping for July)
53:58 – Super Chats Begin (Location, Name Origin, etc.)
58:58 – His Experience in the Ward Radio Discord
01:03:47 – What Finally Convinced Him to Want to Join
01:07:51 – One Thing He Wishes the Church Would Change (Energy Drinks)
01:15:33 – Final Thoughts: Follow the SpiritCheck out Chris the Casual on YouTube for more of his journey!
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The Department of War changed our classification! Is this a Good or a Bad thing?The Department of Defense recently updated its religious preference list for military chaplains and removed the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the generic “Christian” category, giving it its own separate designation.In this episode, Cardon Ellis is joined by Kwaku L and Luke Hansen to break down what actually happened and whether this is an insult or a positive development.They discuss:Why the LDS Church was separated while groups like Jehovah’s Witnesses remained under “Christian”How this change could actually help secure dedicated LDS chaplainsReactions from Michael Knowles and Senator Mike LeeWhether Latter-day Saints should even want to be grouped under the broad “Christian” labelThe deeper question of religious identity in government systems
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro with Kwaku L and Luke Hansen
3:30 - The DoD Removes LDS from Christian List
9:00 - Why Are Jehovah’s Witnesses Still Listed as Christian?
14:00 - The Real Benefit: Dedicated LDS Chaplains
20:30 - Is This an Insult or Recognition of Our Identity?
27:00 - Michael Knowles & Senator Mike Lee React
33:00 - “We’re Not Protestant 2.0”
40:00 - Tangent: William Clayton Journals Leak
48:00 - Super Chats Begin58:00 - Should We Even Want to Be Called “Christian”?
1:08:00 - Going on the Offensive with Religious Identity
1:18:00 - Final Thoughts & Closing

In this episode the Ward Radio crew reacts to a clip Senator Mike Lee posted just hours ago from Elder Neal A. Maxwell’s October 10, 1978 BYU Devotional “Meeting the Challenges of Today.”Maxwell delivers one of the most clear-eyed diagnoses of our time: we are entering “a period of incredible ironies” where a maximum effort will be made to establish irreligion as the state religion — a new form of paganism that uses the very freedoms of Western civilization to shrink freedom while rejecting our rich Judeo-Christian heritage.The hosts break down:How secularism is succeeding in virtually establishing unbeliefThe paradox of tolerance and why religion is being relabeled as “harm”This 1978 talk feels like it was written for right now.Drop your thoughts in the comments — is this the prophetic warning our generation needs?CHAPTERS (copy and paste these directly into YouTube):text0:00 - Intro: Sen. Mike Lee Drops the Neal A. Maxwell Clip1:45 - The Irony of Irreligion as State Religion (Maxwell Clip Begins)4:30 - Paganism Using Our Freedoms to Shrink Freedom + Claire Booth Luce6:15 - The Paradox of Tolerance & President Oaks Quote8:45 - James Lindsay: Wokeism/Atheism as the Unofficial State Religion11:30 - First Amendment Twisted — Secularism Establishing Itself13:50 - Churchwide Fast for Religious Freedom & LDS Persecution History16:20 - Maxwell’s Warning: The Secular Church & Crises of Tomorrow19:10 - Hosts’ Take: “This Talk is Maximum!” + Final Thoughts#NealAMaxwell #ReligiousFreedom #LDS #Mormon #WardRadio #FirstAmendment #Secularism #PropheticWarning #MikeLee #BYUJoinhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmsAFGrFuGe0obW6tkEY6w/joinAmazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AQLMTSMBM4DC?ref_=wl_shareVisit us for this and more at: WardRadio.comTo subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbu-wpRztV-8TYXClhUZhhwTo Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/@CardonEllisAdventuresThe following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners.⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardradio⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following linkhttps://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kids . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah’s Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/coming-soon-the-lost-gems-of-genesis-how-apocryphal-texts-prove-joseph-smith-fixed-the-bibleFor 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIOFor a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5#christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeckTo support the channel:Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightMormonsPaypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadioFollow us at:Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdyFacebook: @WardRadioWorldwideTwitter: WardRadioShowTikTok: WardRadioWorldwide

Comedian and singer-songwriter Emily Susan Pack joins Cardon Ellis on Ward Radio to discuss her viral song "Horns No More" and the frustrating stereotypes Latter-day Saints still face (horns on heads, tails, etc.).They dive into:Personal stories of being targeted by evangelical "friendship evangelism"Why many Christians say Mormons aren't Christian (Trinity vs Godhead)The Church name change and what it means for our identityEmily’s music, comedy, and new podcast plansFunny, honest, and heartfelt — a must-watch conversation about faith, culture, and belonging.#HornsNoMore #EmilySusanPack #WardRadio #LDS #Mormon #LatterDaySaints #ChristianOrNot #ChurchOfJesusChristChapter Markers:00:00 Intro & Welcome Emily Susan Pack01:05 "Horns No More" Song + Old Mormon Stereotypes03:15 Personal Stories: Being Targeted by Anti-Mormons07:40 Evangelical "Friendship Evangelism" Experiences12:20 Are Latter-day Saints Christians? The Big Debate16:40 Trinity vs Godhead & Why It Matters20:50 Church Name Change – "Mormon" to Full Name24:10 Identity, Branding & Being a Peculiar People27:30 Emily’s Music, Comedy & New Podcast Plans30:00 Final Thoughts & OutroJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmsAFGrFuGe0obW6tkEY6w/joinAmazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AQLMTSMBM4DC?ref_=wl_shareVisit us for this and more at: WardRadio.comTo subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbu-wpRztV-8TYXClhUZhhwTo Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/@CardonEllisAdventuresThe following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners.⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardradio⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following linkhttps://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kids . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah’s Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/coming-soon-the-lost-gems-of-genesis-how-apocryphal-texts-prove-joseph-smith-fixed-the-bibleFor 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIOFor a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5#christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeckTo support the channel:Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightMormonsPaypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadioFollow us at:Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdyFacebook: @WardRadioWorldwideTwitter: WardRadioShowTikTok: WardRadioWorldwide

Lego Scandal Explodes: Mormons, Bricks & Minifigs, Reckless Ben & "Mormon Mafia" | Ward Radio
Ward Radio breaks down the viral Lego consignment scandal involving a $200K collection, Bricks & Minifigs franchise drama, YouTuber Reckless Ben’s explosive videos, police encounters, and claims tying in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Cardon Ellis, Brad Whipple, and Nathan Miles react with humor, analysis, and calls for honesty.
Topics: Consignment disputes, "Mormon mafia" accusations, legal costs, business ethics, and media frenzy.
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Fixed & Accurate Chapter Markers (for ~2h 06m episode)
00:00 - Intro & Guest Welcome Cardon Ellis welcomes Brad Whipple and Nathan Miles to discuss the Lego scandal.
03:00 - The Bricks & Minifigs Scandal Overview $200K Lego collection consigned, franchise ownership change, and initial disputes.
10:00 - Reckless Ben's Viral Video Reaction to the feature-length exposé on alleged theft and shady dealings.
18:00 - Church Involvement & "Mormon Mafia" Claims Speculation about police, owners, and Latter-day Saints protecting their own.
28:00 - Police Interactions & Arrest Drama Reckless Ben's arrests, process serving, and American Fork PD encounters.
42:00 - Bricks & Minifigs Official Statement Reading their response, inventory disputes, and counter-claims.
55:00 - Super Chats & Audience Poll Live reactions, who viewers believe, and early chat discussion.
1:08:00 - Business Ethics & Legal Villains Contracts, exorbitant legal costs, and "just do the right thing."
1:22:00 - Reckless Ben Tactics & Editing Insights Impersonations, fake religion, and Nathan’s reality TV perspective.
1:35:00 - Mormon Stereotypes & Community Circling wagons, honesty in dealings, and calls for better behavior.
1:48:00 - More Super Chats & Personal Stories Lego memories, police run-ins, and final reflections.
1:58:00 - Closing Thoughts & Sponsors Lessons learned, hope for resolution, and sign-off.