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Major Critical and Research Sites
In-depth, citation-heavy essays that walk through LDS history, scripture, and truth claims step by step, with direct engagement with primary sources and official church materials.
A compiled list of historical, doctrinal, and textual questions originally written to a CES director, now widely used as a starting point for examining unresolved issues within LDS claims.
A carefully structured overview of common LDS historical and doctrinal concerns, written in a measured tone and aimed at believing audiences encountering difficult information for the first time.
Utah Lighthouse Ministry provides research comparing Mormon claims with Christianity as well as documentation on historical problems in LDS History.
A collaboratively edited reference site presenting LDS beliefs, history, and biographies from a faithful perspective, often mirroring official framing and terminology.
An LDS apologetics organization producing responses to critical questions about church history, doctrine, and scripture, typically defending orthodox interpretations.
A publication platform focused on scripture scholarship and apologetic writing, often engaging academic-style arguments in defense of LDS claims.
Essays on controversial LDS topics that prioritize primary documents and original quotations, aiming to show readers the sources before the conclusions.
A BYU-affiliated journal publishing scholarship on LDS scripture, history, and culture, including primary-source documents and academic articles.
An independent journal featuring scholarship and essays on Mormon history, theology, and culture, with room for both faithful and critical voices.
An official, church-published documentary history of Joseph Smith’s papers and early LDS documents, with transcripts, images, and editorial context.
A massive archive of digitized articles, pamphlets, and hard-to-find historical material related to Mormon origins and early LDS controversies.
Podcasts, Blogs, and Multimedia
Podcasts, Blogs, and Multimedia
A long-form interview show featuring historians, scholars, active mormons, ex-mormons and everyon in-between Mormon stories provides insight into lived experiences with research and commentary on Mormonism.
John Dehlin was Excommunicated as a direct result of the podcast
Video essays that dig into LDS theology, apologetic arguments, and philosophy, often engaging critics and defenders point by point.
A commentary-driven podcast that critiques apologetics and institutional messaging, often by closely reading talks, policies, and official statements.
A team of creators, researchers, and truth-seekers committed to exploring Mormonism with honesty, depth, and curiosity. Their work digs into the real history, theology, and lived experience of the LDS Church.
A news and analysis podcast from the Salt Lake Tribune covering LDS leadership, culture, politics, and developments in the broader Mormon world.
An archived podcast known for frank conversations about LDS doctrine, history, and authority, mixing critique, humor, and listener-community discussion.
A public archive of first-person stories from former members, organized by location and background to show how varied Mormon faith transitions can be.
A narrative history podcast centered on plural marriage, with an emphasis on women’s experiences and the social realities behind official LDS history.
A YouTube channel focused on transparency, policy change, and accountability within LDS leadership, often using official sources and public records.
Nemo was Excommunicated as a direct result of his channel
A creator blending personal experience with research-driven commentary on LDS culture, history, and the practical realities of leaving Mormonism.
A source-driven YouTube channel created by a former member that presents well-researched video essays on various Mormon subjects and current events
Lucifer's Lantern is a blog that critically examines Mormon history, beliefs, and texts. It focuses on deconstruction through research, commentary, and curated resources. The site aims to help people process and rebuild their worldview after leaving the faith.
Transparency and Leaks
Transparency and Leaks
A document-focused site that posts leaked or obtained materials tied to LDS institutions, helping readers track decision-making, finances, and internal records.
A database compiling publicly verifiable abuse reports and related institutional responses connected to LDS settings.
Transition, Recovery, and Support
Transition, Recovery, and Support
The largest peer-support community where former members share stories, ask questions, vent, and swap practical advice about family, belief, and rebuilding life.
Resources and community centered on reconstructing belief and identity after LDS participation, including stories, tools, and frameworks for moving forward.
A non-denominational support organization offering peer support, helplines, and resources for people leaving high-control religions or navigating belief change.
A free service that helps people formally resign from the LDS Church by preparing and submitting the needed paperwork through a legal process.
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