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“This podcast has became my comfort podcast just the idea that I don’t have to choose between my sexuality and religion is so comforting. Thank you so much”
star_man101 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/24
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“The Mormon doctrine is that gays will be fixed and assigned a proper spouse on the other side of this life if they are righteous enough. This show pretends that you can be Mormon and gay and happy. You can’t. You can chose live in this life or salvation in the next. Not both. (Charlie is now...”Read full review »
EJB2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/24
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“This is one of my all-time favorite podcasts. I love Ben and Charlie’s different personalities. This podcast has helped me to become a better ally, as well as brought me closer to Jesus Christ. I appreciate listening to perspectives from so many different people. Charlie and Ben are both so...”Read full review »
HannCatt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“I love listening to Ben and Charlie and all of their guests. They are so inspiring, insightful and share such unique views on the gospel and life. I love it and share it often! Thank you both for all you do!”
Rebie l via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/27/24
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“I have 3 queer children. The tension with the church is real. Thank you for helping us navigate this journey.”
KimPomares via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/17/24
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“I have learned so much listening to your podcast. Your faith in the midst of uncertainty is so encouraging and beautiful. And the way you talk to each other is an amazing example of a friendship/relationship full of honesty and charity. You are pioneers showing me (and many others) how to love...”Read full review »
58527Becca via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/24
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“I just recently discovered this podcast. The few I’ve listened to have been amazing. The early episodes about Patriarchal Blessings and the Family Proclamation were especially helpful and timely for me to hear. They provided me with hope and peace. Thank you Charlie and Ben!”
Trying to connect via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/24
“I’ve enjoyed listening to the conversations that are had in these podcast. Especially when they are about questions I have myself. I really enjoyed the episode about asexuality because it’s nice seeing that some people are just curious and want to understand more about my identity. You guys are...”Read full review »
🐯🦁🐸🦁🐯 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/24
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“Love how Charlie and Ben have created a podcast that is so real, compassionate and just uplifting. Not only am I learning, but I’m cultivating understanding for my LGBTQ brothers and sisters and feeling the Spirit and laughing in equal parts: thank you for the work you are doing!”
rarofsunshine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/24
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“like a balm in gilead. whatever you’re carrying around, chose one episode and lay your burden down. you won’t be sorry, and you just might find less doubt and more promise in your relationship with Christ. bless these men for their transparency and vulnerability. I needed this.”
James8097 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/24/23
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“I love these guys! I’ve gained a lot of understanding and compassion from listening to these and other voices in this space. I’ve laughed, cried and learned a lot from them. I love their willingness to be open, vulnerable and authentic. I love their friendly banter and think they are hilarious...”Read full review »
Rjbokc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/05/23
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“Grateful for this podcast and the fun conversations =] Also thankful for the vulnerable openness that all share in the many interviews and discussions - centered on the experiences of LGBTQ Latter-day Saints”
Joshua Sykes =] via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/25/23
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“I have several family members, members of the LGTBQ+ community, that were not included or treated like everyone else in the family, I didn’t learn to associate with them in the healthy way, I had no role model for this, I wish this podcast or even any option of learning to love everyone like I...”Read full review »
Yvidan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/23
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“Two of my children have come out as members of the LGBTQ+ community during the last 18 months, and I have had so many questions and some concerns. My kids talk to me, but what this podcast has done for me is exactly what Ben & Charlie say they want…give me another perspective. It always gives...”Read full review »
NUPT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/23
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“I loved this episode and listening to Tami. She is so open. I never thought of having a secure attachment to God. I studied child development and learned a lot about how damaging it can be when children don’t have a secure attachment to their caregiver when very young. Now I can look at God as a...”Read full review »
gardenernjb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/23
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“Romans 1:23-32. No offense, but a 13 year-old knows this is wrong.”
cant find a good nick name! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/23
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“Last episode seemed dark. I’m so sorry you two feel so sad. We do love you. We do need you.
When I see you and hear the goodness in you I “see celestial “. Keep up your goodness, you are doing amazing and helping others understand through your strength and struggles.”
Tarzan 47 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/23
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“Can’t say how great it is to feel a sense of direction from this show.”
KrissygiflH via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/23
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“I love the perspectives about listening to hurtful things at conference. I love what Ben said at the end about an Apostle cutting off the Roman soldiers ear and Jesus performing his last miracle by healing that ear. Apostles do think they are doing what is right but in the end may hurt but Jesus...”Read full review »
TaraBen80 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/23
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“As a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and a mother of 6 (3 of whom have come out as LGBTQ+), I thank God for this podcast! I’ve been in low places on this journey, places of heartache, confusion, anger, fear, etc. and these guys have ministered to my soul. I...”Read full review »
Leeleemageelee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/23
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“As someone trying to understand the LDS LGBTQ experience, Ben and Charlie’s vulnerability and courage to talk about this subject has really opened my mind to more understanding and my heart to more love. Thank you Ben and Charlie!!”
rockerrrmom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/23
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“As a young person who has been coming to terms with my sexuality my therapist recommended me this podcast. And it has helped me so much even though I still don’t really believe in the church it has still helped me find my way and be able to see other perspectives on this stuff.”
kashfances via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/29/23
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“My heart and mind have completely changed. First, I feel closer to God and Jesus Christ as I understand and see others more completely. Second, my perception of LGBTQ was wrong. I was only paying attention to headlines where people with heightened emotion were condemning each other. Charle,...”Read full review »
YoDanYo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/23
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“This is in my top three favorite podcasts. Every member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints needs to listen to these messages and ask the spirit what they need to do next. Not just listen but take action. This is Christ centered, life changing, rawness and vulnerability in its...”Read full review »
Chaelthys via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/23
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“I’m a straight almost 50 year old guy…who was introduced to this podcast by my wife. This has become one of my favorite things to listen to. I feel like I have learned to see people more like Heavenly Father sees them, and I have learned more about becoming Christ like. I thought I knew the...”Read full review »
coach Jared via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/23
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“Favourite episode was by far Navigating Gay Adolescence. As a straight woman, I honestly learnt so much around supporting my queer friends 🤍”
Jess ✌🏾 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/25/23
“This podcast has been game-changing for me in developing deeper compassion for all LGBTQ folks. It’s an incredible resource for anyone navigating this complicated space as members of Christ’s church and friends of the community. 🏳️🌈”
lauralkeith via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/23
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“This podcast truly helps me feel the spirit and feel of God’s love for his children. You are doing amazing work, thank you for this wonderful podcast. ❤️”
Kerneilsen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/23
“This podcast has totally helped shift my prospective in such a positive way! Ben and Charlie are awesome and I love listening to them. They helped me be a better ally for the LGBTQ+ community. Awesome!”
Dallen19! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/23
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“I want to be a part of a church both of you are apart of. ❤️you are both so amazing. I just listened to the “Charlie falls in love” episode, and it was so touching. I’ve loved watching your relationship with Ryan and loved hearing the origin story. Your story is beautiful. Enough random...”Read full review »
ljtrum via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/22
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“I love learning from these frank conversations”
janiebrainie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/22
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“Growing up, I was taught that being homosexual was something you chose, and later when I deconstructed that belief still believed that celibacy was the only way to be “truly happy.” It makes me sad to think that people use Ben and Charlie’s experiences to push that belief onto other people who...”Read full review »
ShainiRae via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/22
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“Ben and Charlie do an amazing job at addressing these hard topics. I love listening to this podcast I have found so many answers here. Great guys!! Also, I LOVE Charlie’s laugh, it’s so contagious!”
chipilitasmom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/22
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“Ben and Charlie are trailblazers to carve a space for LGBTQ people in the LDS and have a graceful way of teaching everyone. Super appreciate all they do!”
Katedille via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/22
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“Ben and Charlie do an amazing job not only sharing their raw experiences on their journey with being outwardly gay but they are incredible living examples of 2 Nephi 25:26 “And we talk of Christ, we rejoice in Christ, we preach of Christ, we prophesy of Christ, and we write according to our...”Read full review »
yoyoschmack via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/22
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“Sooo many times the conversation between Ben and Charlie has been an answer to prayer. I am grateful they have been willing to be so open and share the deepest yearnings of their hearts. 🙏🏼”
RickyLyn48 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/22
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“But…I love these guys! They are so raw and honest and open! Charlie and Ben are amazing! I want to be friends with them so bad! ❤️❤️❤️🏳️🌈❤️❤️❤️”
Bluebuddha1961 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/22
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“I have learned so much about different wonderful beautiful members of the LGBTQ community from this podcast. I feel like Ben and Charlie have put themselves out there in a really vulnerable way, and I appreciate the bridge that they’ve made between The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints...”Read full review »
okay, it's...okay. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/22
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“There is still a lot of pain at the intersection of the LGBTQIA experience and the beliefs and cultural customs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Ben and Charlie do a good job at probing that intersecting space, in a way that is supportive and nonjudgmental for the variety of...”Read full review »
Toromu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/22
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“I love Ben and Charlie! I have learned so much from them. I feel like they are my friends.”
Jessy Rose via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/22
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“This podcast does an excellent job navigating the painful and vulnerable experiences of a diverse group of God’s children. Ben and Charlie ask thoughtful questions and offer thought provoking insights all while weaving their experiences and testimonies in throughout. Really touching.”
E. Madison via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/22
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“As a bisexual member of the Church, I’ve struggled for years to find a space where I can feel comfortable. This podcast is that space. For a while I lurked online in a few places to see what kinds of conversations I could join, but I ended up finding a lot of negativity against the Church that...”Read full review »
Ñoz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/22
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“This is my favorite podcast. Each question is so powerful and thought provoking. Ben and Charlie are funny and easy to listen to. I am grateful to have such an incredible podcast to listen to each week!”
Jiffers1234 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/22
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“Absolutely incredible podcast! It’s remarkably difficult to find perspectives on the relationship between the LGBTQ+ community and the church, and sometimes I feel helpless when trying to find answers or enact change. This podcast has brought so much peace as I’ve tried to understand God’s love...”Read full review »
ben-jammin-645 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/22
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“You go girl!!! Love this pod.”
sghoes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/22
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“Ben and Charlie have been an answer to my prayers as I seek to help my son and daughter navigate the gospel and being LGBTQ+. Thank you so much for your perspective.”
conleyhouseofchaos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/22
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“I just adore these two men, their faith and their understanding and continued growth of life and it’s lessons. The fact they open the way they do knowledge and discussion. It’s opened my eyes and heart to countless layers of new understanding. Keep doing what you are doing! You are a light to many.”
Celticwebs via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/19/22
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