Richie T, Author at The Cultural Hall Podcast

Brother Joseph Again – 1069

Remember the daguerreotype that broke the Mormon internet back in July 2022? The one that had everyone in the comment sections intensely debating whether it was actually Joseph Smith? We are getting as nerdy as humanly possible about it today.…

Richie TSeptember 21, 2026

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Live Longer Live Stronger – 1068

Hey everyone, and welcome to another episode of The Cultural Hall! I’m really excited about this one because we are finally solving a mystery. A couple of months ago, I told you all a story about DJing a wedding at…

Richie TSeptember 15, 2026

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Controversies Abound – Temple Ticker – 1067

Temple Dedications Belo Horizonte Brazil Temple - #220 Dedication on August 16th, presided by Dallin Oaks Elder Oaks visited in 1998, 2005, and 2007 Interview: Choose Brazil over 6-8 other temples. Brazil recently became the country with the second…

Richie TSeptember 12, 2026

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The Resurrection of the Bell – AoN – 1066

It’s a full house in the Cultural Hall! This week, we are joined by an all-star lineup of the "News Wizard’s" family and favorites: Nate, Robin, Sydney, and Caitlyn. We kick things off by airing out our most embarrassing church…

Richie TSeptember 8, 2026

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I AM President Uchtdorfs Bodyguard AoN 1065

Molly joins Richie this week fresh off a wild run of life events—getting called as Relief Society President while on a cruise in Iceland, her son getting his mission call to São Paulo Interlagos, Brazil, and another son locking down…

Richie TSeptember 6, 2026

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1 Million Requests in the First 24 Hours – Temple Ticker – 1064

Salt Lake Temple New Statues Applications for 1 week service option New Guest Experiences coming on Temple Square JS Memorial Building: new theater presentations, chapel tour Conference Center: new art galleries Tabernacle: projections onto ceiling with depictions of Jesus Cnn…

Richie TSeptember 4, 2026

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This Episode Contains no Sports AoN – 1063

Technical difficulties couldn't keep this episode down! Richie, Kurt Francom (from Leading Saints), and Verlin the News Wizard are back in the Cultural Hall to hash out the latest happenings inside and outside the Church. From the quirky traditions of…

Richie TAugust 27, 2026

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Pig Pickin and cry for help AoN – 1062

In this "Articles of News" episode, Richie and Verlin (our resident News Wizard) are tackling a packed listener inbox, playing a pretty wild Old Testament version of Smooch, Marry, Kill, and breaking down all the biggest stories happening around the…

Richie TAugust 23, 2026

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Bishop Vader, I wish that Gangs were more Respectful

First up, we debate a highly important question: what would your "walk-up" song be for speaking at Stake Conference? We're throwing out everything from Michael McLean to Usher to the Imperial March. We also share some stories from a genuinely…

Richie TAugust 19, 2026

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Returning Stronger – Brooklyn and Jon Larsen – 1060

On this episode of the Cultural Hall, we’re having a long-overdue conversation about something that affects so many families but doesn't get talked about enough: returning home early from a mission. We sat down with Jon Larsen and his daughter…

Richie TAugust 17, 2026

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