Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Matt, Shawn, and Melanie as they dive into complex, interconnected themes of freedom, power dynamics, and the difficult relationship between morality and economics. The conversation starts by challenging the idea that freedom is simply the "power to make choices," drawing on the philosophy of Victor Frankl to discuss the unchangeable freedom of response that exists even in the most oppressive circumstances. The Economics of Immorality: The hosts examine the histori...

Episode 145: Why Republicans Are in Trouble: Plus, The Debt Bomb and America's Biased Immigration Policy

Life's Biggest Questions. Real People's Stories.Why do we suffer? How can we find happiness? What gives life meaning? Where can we find peace? What happens when we die?These are questions people have wrestled with throughout history, across cultures, religions, and generations.The Latter Day Lens explores life's greatest questions through the personal experiences of ordinary people from around the world.Hosted by Matt Miles and Shawn Record, each episode features a guest sharing their unique journey of faith, the challenges they've faced, the lessons they've learned, and the experiences that have shaped their understanding of God and life.We believe everyone has a story worth telling. Sometimes the most powerful lessons come not from religious leaders or experts, but from ordinary people who have experienced extraordinary moments of faith, love, forgiveness, and hope.Our conversations are honest, thoughtful, and uplifting. We don't expect our guests to have all the answers. Instead, we invite them to share how they've wrestled with life's difficult questions and what they've discovered along the way.Rooted in the perspective of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Questions of the Soul welcomes listeners from every background and faith tradition.Every day, we share a new short video featuring a meaningful personal story. Full-length interviews are also available for those who want to hear more.Our hope is simple: that through the experiences of others, you'll discover greater faith, find comfort in your struggles, and recognize that you're not alone in asking life's biggest questions.