Emily Utt has one of the most unique jobs within the Church: she spends her days inside its most sacred and historic spaces. Sometimes that means slipping on a hard hat; other times it means uncovering stories and artifacts that deepen our understanding of the faith's heritage. In this episode, Emily shares what she's learned from a career spent safeguarding holy places—and why these spaces should matter to each of us.

1:43- What Constitutes a Sacred Space?
4:49- Remembering and Connection
9:55- We are Them
16:40- A Very Cool Job
19:09- Principles of Preservation
24:47- Appropriateness and Real People
27:22- Why Spend Time in Sacred Spaces?
31:33- Kirtland Temple
37:46- Until You've Been in Their Home
44:21- Looking Forward and Looking Back
50:07- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"I imagine every person in the world has a place that would be their waters of Mormon and how beautiful is that place, for there they came to know God."

Links:
Follow Him podcast with Emily- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/followhim/id1545433056?i=100070927727

Hi Five Live with Emily- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xy1wPXog1q8

Mike Maughan was serving in a YSA bishopric when he heard Blake Roney, now the president of the Provo City Center Temple say, "We are not the gatekeepers, we are the welcoming committee." That single statement changed the way Mike has lived in the years since and it changed the culture of the YSA ward in which he was serving. On this week's episode, Mike discusses the transformative nature of that experience.

2:26- Freed From the Burden of Judgment
7:53- Take Them By the Hand
18:52- Application
26:01- Changing the Tune, Not the Lyrics
31:38- Never Burn a Bridge and Always Be Kind
35:37- The Power of Experience
44:08- Committing Completely
51:52- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"Life is long and the world is small."

Links:

Annette Dennis- "We are commanded to love others, not to judge them. Let's lay down that heavy burden; it isn't ours to carry. Instead, we can pick up the Savior's yoke of love and compassion." https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ftsoy/2022/11/18-dennis?lang=eng

"Nothing is so much calculated to lead people to forsake sin as to take them by the hand, and watch over them with tenderness. When persons manifest the least kindness and love to me, O what power it has over my mind, while the opposite course has a tendency to harrow up all the harsh feelings and depress the human mind" (History of the Church, 5:23–24).

Elder Kearon's general conference talk mentioned- https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/45kearon?lang=eng

Elder S. Mark Palmer general conference talk mentioned- https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/04/then-jesus-beholding-him-loved-him?lang=eng

Amy Coney Barrett's Book, "Listening to the Law"- https://www.amazon.com/Listening-Law-Reflections-Court-Constitution/dp/0593421868

John Koelliker is a young dad doing his best to care for his family while leading a growing startup as its founder and CEO. Much of the way he lives today comes from watching another dad—his own father, David Koelliker—who passed away in 2019 after battling a brain tumor for nearly a decade.

2:05- Consecration and Cancer
5:45- Confidence as a Missionary
7:41- Achievable Ends
11:30- The Act of Kneeling
13:16- An Entrepreneurial Itch
15:28- And Culture
17:30- A Champion of the Underdog
19:53- Failure and Faith
21:43- The People That Give Us Wings
25:30- Sports and Work
28:28- Leadership
31:12- What Does It Mean to Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"I think the 'Be ye therefore perfect' has always felt like such an insurmountable challenge for all of us and I think it taught me that perfection in action certainly is but perfection in intent or in your heart is something that feels a little bit more attainable."

Links:
"Everyone Needs a Brain Tumor" by David Koelliker- https://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Needs-Brain-Tumor-Koelliker/dp/0692993118

Leland- https://www.joinleland.com/

Kore Baseball- https://a.co/d/g3nmL7d

Forbes 30 Under 30- https://www.forbes.com/30-under-30/2023/education?profile=leland

Growing up in Madrid, Spain, Irene Caso dreamed of becoming a television broadcaster. That dream came true when she became an anchor and news director for Univision—but God had even greater plans. In this episode, Irene shares how her faith and her family's lifelong commitment to serve the Lord have guided her through every opportunity and challenge.

2:40- A Party or the First Missionary Lesson?
9:59- A True Love for the Gospel
12:12- Choosing a Mission
18:23- Univision
21:22- Meeting Mike
23:21- A Career Change
26:51- A Growing International Church
29:52- Juggling
33:45- Working With Women
36:18- A Message to Children
37:16- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"Isn't it wonderful that tomorrow we get a fresh opportunity to be better at that one thing we weren't so great at the day before? I'll take it."

Links:

Irene's "I Am a Mormon" video: I'm a Mormon, Mother, and Spanish Newscaster

Quick interview with Irene: Irene Caso: How we can rely on, and help, other women in our lives

In the 1984 Summer Olympics, Rowdy Gaines captured hearts around the world—and three gold medals in the pool. But for Rowdy, his Olympic triumphs are just one chapter in a much bigger story. In this week's episode, the legendary swimmer opens up about the moments that shaped him: the discipline of elite competition, the unexpected turns of life before and after gold, and the personal journey that led him to faith and family.

3:55- Discovering an Incredible Talent
7:05- An Olympic Boycott and Four More Years
11:14- Being an Olympian
15:00- Mental Vs. Medal
16:31- Finding True Love at a Gas Station in Vegas
20:50- Judy's Conversion
23:17- Rowdy's Conversion
29:32- Guillain-Barré Syndrome
31:23- USA Swimming Community
33:10- Feeling the Lord's Love
36:46- The Olympic Spirit
39:39- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"I never said I was perfect in swimming but one thing I was, I was consistent. …Don't worry about being perfect, just worry about being consistent. And that's what I try to work on with the gospel is just trying to work on the consistency…"

Links:
Video of Rowdy's Olympic Individual Medal: 1984 Olympic Games - Men's 100 Meter Freestyle westnyacktwins•152K views•11 years ago

Arthur Brooks article (behind paywall): The New York Times https://www.nytimes.comScottie Scheffler raised questions about happiness and fulfillment. This ...

McKay Coppins piece following President Nelson's passing: The Atlantic https://www.theatlantic.comA Prophet's Diagnosis

Recent Editorial by Rowdy Gaines: https://www.swimmingworldmagazine.com/news/rowdy-gaines-i-stand-with-michael-phelps-im-fighting-too/

Grand Blanc Bishop following Michigan tragedy: Bishop of Michigan Congregation Speaks About Tragic Shooting Church Newsroom•84K views•3 weeks ago

We always hear that pioneer stories exist all around the world but on this week's episode we are thrilled to share the awe-inspiring true story of Gurcharan Singh Gill, the first Latter-day Saint convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the Sikh faith. Born in India, Gill's search for truth led him to a stake conference in the United States—a moment that would forever change his life and the lives of generations to come.

2:10- A Brief Intro to the Sikh Faith
6:40- "Gill"
10:50- Similarities and Differences
16:36- Where Did We Come From and Where Do We Go?
24:44- The Bonds of the Gospel
28:28- The Message of a Savior
31:45- Patriarchal Blessing
39:49- A Love Story
51:30- Lifelong Conversion
1:00:36- Honoring Heritage
1:09:22- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"The whole story is a lesson to me about the beauty of simplicity of the gospel and the importance of trusting in inspiration. We don't have to figure out everything intellectually…sometimes there is no grand secret."

Links:
Latter-day Sikh

Shannon Foster didn't grow up in a Latter-day Saint home where scriptures were regularly studied—and her father wasn't a member of the Church. But rather than see this as a setback, Shannon considers it one of her greatest blessings. That unique perspective has shaped her ability to relate to others and to inspire confidence in anyone seeking to better understand and love the scriptures. In this episode, Shannon shares her journey and explains why she's so passionate about helping others develop a personal, meaningful relationship with scripture—no matter their background.

1:56- A Home Without Gospel Learning
8:06- The Lord Qualifies
14:05- Compelled to Share
17:18- Scaffolding
22:50- Family Scripture Study
27:25- The Power of Families
34:31- Think Like a Coach
42:12- Imperfect Practice
46:25- What Does It Mean to Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"I feel like I can stand in my spot and relate and say I was that girl who knew nothing about the scriptures and now I have found great power in the scriptures."

Link:

The Red Headed Hostess guidebooks- https://www.deseretbook.com/category/church-resources_teaching-helps_the-red-headed-hostess/church-resources_teaching-helps_the-red-headed-hostess_guidebooks/

Throughout history and across religious traditions, countless individuals have been honored for their holiness and devotion. As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we have this word in the name of our church—it is what we purport to be. But do we fully understand what that entails? Jamin and Ann Rowan recently led a study abroad trip exploring what it means to be and become a saint and on this week's episode, they share what they learned.

2:20- A Study Abroad They Couldn't Refuse
12:07- Peacemakers Needed Everywhere
22:15- The Sacrifices Saints Have Made To Follow Christ
26:34- Unreasonable Hospitality
33:55- Mission Calls Centuries Apart
38:10- Coming Back and Trying Again
39:59- Martyrs
42:41- The Magic of Real Places and Real Stories
46:23- President Hinckley's Mission Letter
52:07- Modern Latter-day Saints in Europe
57:55- The Power of Storytelling
1:04:12- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"These differences within our families—our immediate families and within our larger human family—are what help us become like God is. We have to come in contact with people that are different than us and listen with those ears of the heart and learn to love each other better..." -Ann Rowan