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Welcome to The Latter Day Lens, a weekly faith-based podcast where we explore the intersection of Mormonism, global news, and political science. Hosted by Shawn Record and Matthew Miles, a professor of political science, this is your home for an authentic and nuanced LDS perspective on the world’s toughest topics.
Each episode provides thoughtful Latter-day Saint commentary on current events, ranging from Christianity and politics to social identity and economic policy. Whether you are an active LDS member seeking a deeper religious podcast experience or a listener interested in Mormon studies, we apply a "gospel lens" to move beyond the headlines.
Join us every Wednesday for LDS perspectives that are faith-promoting, intellectually honest, and designed to help you navigate your faith in the modern world. From Come Follow Me 2026 insights to deep dives into LDS history and doctrine, we tackle the conversations most people avoid.
Update frequency:
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Average audio length:
56 minutes
English
United States
192 episodes
since Feb. 27, 2023
episodic
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What will the 2026 midterm elections actually change—and what does the Book of Mormon teach about political corruption?
Matt and Shawn welcome Levi back for a special midterm election edition of The Latter Day Lens.
The hosts begin by examining candidates from both major parties an…
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Is it wrong to make money preaching the gospel? And when does religious content become priestcraft?
Matt and Shawn welcome Melanie back to The Latter Day Lens for a surprisingly personal debate about faith, money, Christian influencers, and the growing business of religious self-he…
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Why Do Smart People Believe Conspiracy Theories?
Why do intelligent, educated people sometimes believe things that aren't supported by evidence? And is believing a conspiracy theory necessarily a bad thing?
Matt and Shawn welcome David back to The Latter Day Lens for a convers…
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What happens when conservative principles collide with government power?
This week on The Latter Day Lens, Matt and Shawn are joined by Porter for a wide-ranging conversation about gambling, government regulation, college athletes, modesty, war, presidential power, Christmas music,…
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What should a faithful Latter-day Saint do when Church leaders take a political position—and you aren't sure you agree?
That question drives one of our most candid conversations yet.
The United Nations, Ezra Taft Benson, and Prophetic Counsel
We begin with the United Nations. …
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Is the Book of Mormon socialist?
That question launches Matt, Shawn, and Levi into a much bigger debate about capitalism, democratic socialism, wealth inequality, agency, public education, corruption, and how far government should go in encouraging people to make good choices.
But …
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Why are Latter-day Saints and white evangelical Christians beginning to look different politically?
Matt, Shawn, and guest Clayton examine new polling on Mormon politics, Christian nationalism, American power, and whether the increasingly global nature of the Church is changing the…
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Is cheating actually a sin—or are some rules just arbitrary?
Matt says that even after explicitly telling his BYU–Idaho students how they may and may not use ChatGPT, about 20% still cross the line. Shawn asks a more uncomfortable question: If a professor makes an arbitrary rule, i…
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In this episode of The Latter-day Lens, Matt, Shawn, and guest co-host Levi open with a personal announcement regarding the future of the show and Matt's timeline for stepping away.
From there, the panel dives into four distinct issues spanning governance, ethics, academia, an…
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Is communal property ownership an eternal gospel principle, and are Latter-day Saints commanded to live the Law of Consecration right now? In this episode, Matt, Shawn, and guest Melanie explore the scriptural tensions between property rights and consecration, the unique social iso…
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