Episodes Archives - The Cultural Hall Podcast

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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Welding Another Link – Nathan Oman – 1059

Welcome back to the Hall! This week, we've got legal scholar Nathan Oman hanging out with us to talk about his new book, Welding Another Link (out now from Kofford Books). Instead of one long, heavy academic argument, Nate's book…

Richie TAugust 14, 2026

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A Barn Full of Angels: The Life of Zera Pulsipher with Chad Nielsen 1058

It's time for another episode of The Cultural Hall! This week, we're sitting down with Chad Nielsen. Trent over at Kofford Books pitched him to us as a "true Renaissance man," and honestly, the shoe fits. By day, Chad works…

Richie TAugust 11, 2026

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Crumbl – The Savior of Cookies? AoN 1057

In this episode, we explore a wide range of topics from cookie science and church news to community initiatives and personal stories, providing insights and inspiration for everyday life. Cookie making as chemistry and science Church news and community initiatives…

Richie TAugust 5, 2026

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