Madison Daniels joins Natasha on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast. They discuss transitioning out of Mormonism as Madison's soon-to-be published book (releasing June 23, 2026), "Letters to a Young Ex-Mormon" is set to release. You can now pre-order it on Amazon here:…
On this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast, Natasha is joined by Nancy Ross and Larissa Kanno Kindred to discuss the impact that LDS garments have on sexuality. Nancy Ross is an associate professor and the department chair of the Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Department at Utah Tech University, where she has taught for 20 years. She researches LDS and Community of Christ women, women's…
On this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast, Mike Christensen joines to share his experience at BYU and as a single adult in "Mormon-dom." Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Geography from Brigham Young University, a Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science from Northwest Missouri State University, an Interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate in Sustainability from the University of…
Natasha is joined by Lauren Hell on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast. They discuss all things sex toys! Laurel Hell is a former Mormon from the Bay Area in California who now resides in New England and New York City. She designs software full-time and owns a publishing business and small design shop on the side. Laurel enjoys trail runs, concerts, languages, and empowering people out of…
On this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast, Stan Mitchell joins to discuss LGBTQ inclusivity at church. Stan Mitchell currently serves as a Teaching Pastor at The Village in (Atlanta, GA), Austin New Church (TX), The Well (Phoenix, AZ), Harvest Sarasota (FL), The Grove (Bryson City, NC), and Pine Street Church (Boulder, CO). He is the Pastor Emeritus of GracePointe Church in Nashville, TN,…
Becky Bowles joins Natasha on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast to discuss narcissism and divorce. Becky Bowles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Millcreek Utah. She is the owner of Through the Woods Counseling, where she works with individuals navigating recovery from narcissistic abuse, and many other traumatic experiences. Including a focus on faith, religious or spiritual…
On this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast, Michelle Mower joins to discuss how the Mormon purity culture affects men. Michelle Mower, LPC, LMFT, CST, is a therapist, coach, educator, and certified sex therapist who helps adults understand what's actually going on in their sexuality and relationships. Her work focuses on the erotic mind; how thoughts, desire, and personal history shape the way…
On this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast, Lauren Hayes joins to discuss the recent Non-Monogamy Lifestyle Cruise both she and Natasha joined a few months ago. Lauren also shares a bit about her book, "For Better or Even Better." Lauren Hayes is a relationship coach and author who helps couples explore ethical non-monogamy with clarity, communication, and connection. Through her coaching,…
Nathan Gallenson, co-founder of DBT with Friends, a peer-led mental health community, joins Natasha on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast. They discuss how they are creating an innovaite, peer-led mental health community dedicated to making evidence-based skills like DBT, IFS, and ACT accessible outside of traditional clinical settings. Based in Salt Lake City, his work focuses on…