The Ludlow family has had three generations teach BYU students in Jerusalem. Two of them, Victor and Jared, are in Jerusalem right now. They talk about what it's like to teach places and events in the Savior's life while actually being there.

From Jerusalem, Dr. Andrew Skinner, assistant director of academics at Brigham Young University's Jerusalem Center, gives a scriptural account of Christ's birth. He starts with an in-depth look at Mary and Joseph's story and the events leading up the Christ's birth, culminating with the experience of the shepherds.

Listen as Mormon Tabernacle Choir organist Richard Elliott and director Ryan Murphy tell us where some of the most beloved Christmas songs came from. Then hear the Mormon Tabernacle Choir perform them in this episode, "The History of Christmas Music."

Twenty years ago, Fernando Gomez and his wife, Enriqueta, came across some books written by his Aunt Consuelo, one of the early members of the Church in Mexico. That set them on a mission to collect, preserve, and display historical documents and artifacts pertaining to the early history of the Church in Mexico. Fernando and Enriqueta started a museum in Mexico City and just recently opened another museum in Provo. This episode provides insight into one of the many cultures that comprise The...

Learn about the similarities of the pioneers and the pilgrims on this special Thanksgiving episode of Mormon Identities. Eric Huntsman interviews Church history professor Susan Easton Black and United States history professor Jenny Pulsipher from Brigham Young University.

Nan Kennard realized she had a talent for running when she got cut from her high school basketball team. She's now a professional marathon runner and is training to qualify for the 2012 summer Olympic games. Nan spends about 30 hours a week training, but she knows that how many miles she runs isn't nearly as important as how well she does as a mother.

Speaker, storyteller author George Durrant shares how we can have a positive outlook on life and make every day our "best day so far." His charm and wit will brighten anyone's day as he truly realizes the importance of every human soul.

"Moroni was a strong and a mighty man … and he was a man who was firm in the faith of Christ, and he had sworn with an oath to defend his people, his rights, and his country, and his religion" (Alma 48:11, 13). Matthew Roper and Daniel Peterson come from the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship. They share how we, like ancient apostles and prophets, can defend the gospel of Jesus Christ. They warn us to "be ready always to give an answer" to those who ask us questions and to do...

President M. Richard Walker and his wife, Kathleen H. Walker, call in to the Mormon Channel studio from London, England, to talk about creating a temple-forged identity. He is currently presiding over the England Missionary Training Center. Before that, they served as president and matron of the Salt Lake Temple. They tell us how we can get the most out of our temple experience.

From political upheaval in Liberia, to political asylum in Italy, to downtown Philadelphia, music has always been an important part of Sim Lawrence's identity. He's grown up writing and performing his own rap music. When mainstream rap didn't jibe with his beliefs, he created his own music label, Feel Good Music Coalition. He's already been recognized nationally for his music. Sim brings along his partner-in-rap, Sean Curran, to talk about their mission to make meaningful music that uplifts...

Everyone knows someone affected by cancer. Marilyn Huntsman recovered fully from skin cancer but is now suffering from her second bout with breast cancer. Her husband died from cancer of the liver, stomach, kidney, and colon. Angel Randall has been diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor. But neither Angel nor Marilyn lets cancer stop them from living. Angel just published her first children's book. Marilyn continues to serve in the temple and to serve her family and her community. They join...

“For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads” (Doctrine and Covenants 25:12). Listen as Craig Jessop, former director of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, expounds on some of the most beloved hymns of the Latter-day Saints. You’ll also hear the Mormon Tabernacle Choir sing hymns about the Restoration, the gospel, and our Savior.

One of the most sacred callings on earth is being a parent. But there's no manual on how to do it. Richard and Linda Eyre have raised nine children. Together they've written many parenting books, appeared on multiple television shows, and traveled around the world sharing their insights on parenting. In this episode of Mormon Identities, the Eyres share some spiritual solutions to parenting problems in these latter days.

Take a new approach to studying the Savior's life by listening to this episode of Mormon Identities, "Studying the New Testament Gospels." Eric Huntsman interviews two Brigham Young University ancient scripture professors, Thomas Wayment and Gaye Strathearn. They give us new insight into the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John and how they went about chronicling the life of the Savior.

In the April 2011 general conference, President Uchtdorf said, "With so many social media resources and a multitude of more or less useful gadgets at our disposal, sharing the good news of the gospel is easier and the effects more far-reaching than ever before. ... My dear young friends, perhaps the Lord's encouragement to 'open [your] mouths' might today include 'use your hands' to blog and text message the gospel to all the world Eric Huntsman interviews Emily Jensen, Blair Hodges, and...

A picture is worth a thousand words, and that's why Mark Hedengren believes pictures are the best way to tell the stories of Latter-day Saints. Mark spent five years traveling to 11 different countries to photograph members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He published a photo book called The Mormons with some of his favorite photos to give an in-depth look at who Mormons are and what they believe. He talks with Eric Huntsman about his experiences on this episode of Mormon...

On this episode of Mormon Identities, Eric Huntsman interviews three experts about overcoming addictions. Scott Steffensen, a psychology professor at Brigham Young University; John Murdock, a social worker; and Mark Butler, a professor of marriage and family therapy at Brigham Young University, share their insights. They discuss addictions ranging from prescription drugs to alcohol and pornography. Learn how addictions originate, how to recognize addictions, and what resources are available...

Church history and doctrine scholar Susan Easton Black has spent her whole life studying the Savior's life. She has compiled 400 common questions and answers about Christ's birth, childhood, and ministry up to the final week of His life. She talks about some of these questions and answers in this episode of Mormon Identities, "A Latter-day View of the Ministry of the Savior."

Eric Huntsman interviews Dr. Maxford McBride (a clinical psychologist) and Dr. Daniel K. Judd (member of the board of trustees for LDS Family Services) about emotional and mental health. Dr. McBride defines emotional and mental health as being able to enjoy life and deal with life's problems effectively. And Drs. McBride and Judd explain how individuals and families can overcome challenges with help from Church leaders and professionals.

Elder M. Russell Ballard said, “Some of life’s most meaningful teachings come from those who have gone before you” (April 2009 general conference). Eric Huntsman interviews Neylan McBaine, creator of the Mormon Women Project (MWP), a digital library of interviews with Latter-day Saint women around the world who exemplify great strength and diversity. She says we need to continue journaling the stories of Latter-day Saint women who are pioneers in their own way. She’s joined by MWP...

Highland Rugby coach, Larry Gelwix, shares how he influenced the lives of thousands of teenage boys through coaching Rugby. Larry started the Highland Rugby team in 1975. Since then he has had 379 wins and only nine losses, and won 18 national championships. His wife, Cathy, joins him. Together they tell us what they did to coach the players, on and off the field. He has just one rule for his team “Don’t do anything that would embarrass you, your family, or this team.” He encourages...

Prophets and apostles have been encouraging Latter-day Saints to get out of debt for years. On this episode, you'll hear guidance from Elder Robert D. Hales, Elder Marvin J. Ashton, and Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin about living a debt-free life. Personal finance expert Luke V. Erickson shares how we can apply this guidance to our own budgets. He gives advice on how to release yourself from the binding chains of debt!

Eric Huntsman interviews Joshua J. Perkey, senior editor for the Ensign magazine. Josh has traveled around the world to find Latter-day Saints to write Ensign articles about, visiting places like Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, Tonga, and the Marshall Islands. Josh reveals to us how he finds these people and how he decides what to write about. He also shares what he's learned from these international Church members in this episode of Mormon Identities.

This episode of Mormon Identities is on fidelity in marriage. You'll learn that infidelity comes in different ways than you might think. Eric Huntsman interviews Dr. Kenneth Matheson, a professor from Brigham Young University's School of Social Work, and Dr. Ford McBride, a clinical psychologist. They discuss emotional, physical, and spiritual infidelity. They also bring up some of the warning signs. This interview includes great advice on how husbands and wives can prevent any type of...

The King James Version of the Bible celebrated its 400th anniversary this year. Learn to what great lengths scholars went to create this translation of the Bible on this episode of Mormon Identities. Eric Huntsman interviews Grant Underwood and Daniel Belnap from Brigham Young University. They discuss what influence this version had on the world and ultimately on the coming forth of the Book of Mormon.