Emily Utt: Guarding the Sacred
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Emily Utt has one of the most unique jobs within the Church: she spends her days inside its most sacred and historic spaces. Sometimes that means slipping on a hard hat; other times it means uncovering stories and artifacts that deepen our understanding of the faith’s heritage. In this episode, Emily shares what she’s learned from a career spent safeguarding holy places—and why these spaces should matter to each of us. 1:43- What Constitutes a Sacred Space? 4:49- Remembering and Connection 9:55- We are Them 16:40- A Very Cool Job 19:09- Principles of Preservation 24:47-...
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Mike Maughan: Joining the Welcoming Committee for Christ
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Mike Maughan was serving in a YSA bishopric when he heard Blake Roney, now the president of the Provo City Center Temple say, “We are not the gatekeepers, we are the welcoming committee.” That single statement changed the way Mike has lived in the years since and it changed the culture of the YSA ward in which he was serving. On this week’s episode, Mike discusses the transformative nature of that experience. 2:26- Freed From the Burden of Judgment 7:53- Take Them By the Hand 18:52- Application 26:01- Changing the Tune, Not the Lyrics 31:38- Never Burn a Bridge and Always Be Kind 35:37-...
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John Koelliker: The Faith of a Father
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John Koelliker is a young dad doing his best to care for his family while leading a growing startup as its founder and CEO. Much of the way he lives today comes from watching another dad—his own father, David Koelliker—who passed away in 2019 after battling a brain tumor for nearly a decade. 2:05- Consecration and Cancer 5:45- Confidence as a Missionary 7:41- Achievable Ends 11:30- The Act of Kneeling 13:16- An Entrepreneurial Itch 15:28- And Culture 17:30- A Champion of the Underdog 19:53- Failure and Faith 21:43- The People That Give Us Wings 25:30- Sports and Work 28:28- Leadership...
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Irene Caso: Taking Every Opportunity
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Growing up in Madrid, Spain, Irene Caso dreamed of becoming a television broadcaster. That dream came true when she became an anchor and news director for Univision—but God had even greater plans. In this episode, Irene shares how her faith and her family’s lifelong commitment to serve the Lord have guided her through every opportunity and challenge. 2:40- A Party or the First Missionary Lesson? 9:59- A True Love for the Gospel 12:12- Choosing a Mission 18:23- Univision 21:22- Meeting Mike 23:21- A Career Change 26:51- A Growing International Church 29:52- Juggling 33:45- Working With...
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Rowdy Gaines: Gold Medals and Gifts Money Can’t Buy
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In the 1984 Summer Olympics, Rowdy Gaines captured hearts around the world—and three gold medals in the pool. But for Rowdy, his Olympic triumphs are just one chapter in a much bigger story. In this week’s episode, the legendary swimmer opens up about the moments that shaped him: the discipline of elite competition, the unexpected turns of life before and after gold, and the personal journey that led him to faith and family. 3:55- Discovering an Incredible Talent 7:05- An Olympic Boycott and Four More Years 11:14- Being an Olympian 15:00- Mental Vs. Medal 16:31- Finding True Love at a Gas...
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James and Nicole Goldberg: From Sikh to Latter-day Saint
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We always hear that pioneer stories exist all around the world but on this week’s episode we are thrilled to share the awe-inspiring true story of Gurcharan Singh Gill, the first Latter-day Saint convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the Sikh faith. Born in India, Gill’s search for truth led him to a stake conference in the United States—a moment that would forever change his life and the lives of generations to come. 2:10- A Brief Intro to the Sikh Faith 6:40- “Gill” 10:50- Similarities and Differences 16:36- Where Did We Come From and Where Do We Go?...
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Shannon Foster: Making Scripture Study Delicious
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Shannon Foster didn’t grow up in a Latter-day Saint home where scriptures were regularly studied—and her father wasn’t a member of the Church. But rather than see this as a setback, Shannon considers it one of her greatest blessings. That unique perspective has shaped her ability to relate to others and to inspire confidence in anyone seeking to better understand and love the scriptures. In this episode, Shannon shares her journey and explains why she’s so passionate about helping others develop a personal, meaningful relationship with scripture—no matter their background. 1:56- A...
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Jamin and Ann Rowan: Becoming Saints
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Throughout history and across religious traditions, countless individuals have been honored for their holiness and devotion. As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we have this word in the name of our church—it is what we purport to be. But do we fully understand what that entails? Jamin and Ann Rowan recently led a study abroad trip exploring what it means to be and become a saint and on this week’s episode, they share what they learned. 2:20- A Study Abroad They Couldn’t Refuse 12:07- Peacemakers Needed Everywhere 22:15- The Sacrifices Saints Have Made To Follow...
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Rose Datoc Dall: Seeing Yourself in the Story of Salvation
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Rose Datoc Dall found comfort in the story of salvation taught within the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as a young woman. She began painting religious art and observed through her artistic success how God prevails in our lives. In the new book she shepherded me, Expressions of Jesus, Rose invites others to not only see Christ more clearly, but to see themselves in His story. In this interview, she shares how art can become a form of testimony, how creative expression deepens faith, and why she hopes everyone—artist or not—can find their reflection in the Savior’s life and love. 2:17-...
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Elder and Sister Meredith: Blooming Where You're Planted
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President Alvin F. Meredith and his wife, Sister Jennifer Meredith, have lived all over the world so when the call came to move their young family to Rexburg, Idaho, to lead BYU-Idaho, they did what they’ve always done: They prepared themselves to love a new place and new people. On this week’s episode, the Merediths share their thoughts, at the beginning of a new school year, on how to bloom where you’re planted. 1:56- From the Bible Belt to Africa and the Middle East 5:36- Being Where Your Feet Are 8:20- The Kind of Person You Want to Marry 12:10- Temple Sunrise Tradition 15:40-...
info_outlinePresident Keoni Kauwe and his wife, Monica, left behind the life they’d built in Utah when they were asked five years ago to serve as President and First Lady of BYU-Hawaii. Since then, they’ve fallen in love all over again with the island President Kauwe grew up on and on this week’s episode he shares what he’s learned about connecting with college students and what best prepares them for success when they leave home.
3:00- Relating to College Students
8:48- A 16-year-old College Freshman
12:52- The Wisdom in God’s Timeline
18:10- Exercising Priesthood Power as a Married Couple
22:08- The Unique Nature of BYU-Hawaii
24:07- The Polynesian Cultural Center
28:16- Grateful, Humble and Determined
31:00- Sacrifice
34:30- Culture Night
41:20- Willing To Walk Away
47:00- Preparing Kids to Leave Home
54:05- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
“When you do what He asks, the blessings are far beyond anything you could possibly imagine and far beyond than you’ve given up.”
Links:
President Kauwe’s BYU-Hawaii devotionals- https://president.byuh.edu/john-s-k-kauwe-iii
Morgan’s BYU-Hawaii Devotional- Trusting God With the Rest of Your Story- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jm-jX12Uwfk
BYU Jerusalem story- https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/10/the-light-in-their-eyes?lang=eng