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Valerie Hamaker
Latter Day Struggles
Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/valerie-hamaker/subscribe The Latter Day Struggles Podcast addresses beliefs and issues within the LDS faith that are challenging to talk about but vital to discuss for those trying to navigate their relationship in or around the church. Valerie and her guests invite psychological maturity, theological health, and institutional integrity.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.6 stars from 637 ratings
Valery doesn’t shy away from emotion or difficult discussions in the Mormon culture and with in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She brings up many current and past events that many members wrestle with as they are striving to find Christ in the everyday. Many of the people she...Read full review »
Jenn Waldo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/05/24
A Balanced Call to Love
As a current member of the church, I value Valerie’s thoughts, education, and supremely balanced call to love. I subscribe to her podcasts and can say this is the best therapy and thought-provoking content that is the best $10 I spend each month—-a great way to tithe in a thoughtful way.
Barf mc.blueberry via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/24/24
Healing and Empowering
This podcast is for anyone connected to the LDS church who is realizing that they don’t fit the “mold” and are starting to wonder how to let go of the mold while holding onto the beautiful parts of their faith tradition. Listen here to find connection and courage to continue on your unique faith...Read full review »
copper072020 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/15/24
Recent Episodes
In this episode Valerie is joined by friend and colleague Dr. Julie Hanks, where they discuss the emotional and psychological complexities of stepping away from the LDS faith for those who feel called to do so. They emphasize the importance of making this transition in a psychologically healthy...
Published 04/29/24
Published 04/29/24
In this profound episode 3 [of a four-part series] Valerie and Nathan engage in a crucial discussion on the implications of withholding the sacrament for any reason within the LDS Church. They challenge the harmful practice of using the sacrament as a disciplinary measure, which can reinforce...
Published 04/22/24
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