Angels and Seerstones: A Latter Day Saint Folklore Podcast
Latter-day Saints are a people of radical faith. Their tradition is one in which angels visit everyday people and sometimes men and women see the divine in stones. In this podcast we examine the lived religion of Latter-day Saints, the stories we tell, and the beliefs we debate. Join Christine and Chris Blythe, professional folklorists and LDS converts who openly profess their faith while exploring the traditions of their chosen people.
Angels and Seerstones: A Latter Day Saint Folklore Podcast
Latest Episodes
Episode 39: Missionary Folklore and Mission Legends
Every missionary collects stories. Some are funny. Some are inspiring. A few become legends. In this episode, we explore LDS missionary folklore, mission rumors, baptism stories, mission presidents, and the traditions that connect missionaries ...
Episode 38: The Folklore of Mormon Dating
Dating in Mormon culture comes with its own stories, warnings, and unwritten rules. Some are funny. Some are awkward. A few become folklore. In this episode, we explore LDS dating culture, BYU relationship stories, marriage expectations, and th...
Episode 37: Navajo Filmmaker on Skinwalker Lore!
Stories about skinwalkers aren’t just campfire horror. They carry fear, memory, warning, and survival. In this episode, Elias joins us to explore Navajo skinwalker traditions, LDS missionary folklore, and the uneasy space where ceremony, doubt,...