Infants on Thrones
Welcome to Infants on Thrones, a podcast dedicated to exploring self-awareness, discovery, and the complexities of human existence. Our name, Infants on Thrones, reflects our belief that we are all in a continuous state of growth and learning, much like infants. As we navigate through life's challenges and questions, we aim to approach each topic with curiosity, humility, and a touch of humor.
Join us as we delve into a wide range of subjects, from personal development and mental health to philosophical and spiritual inquiries. Whether we're discussing the evolution of human consciousness, sharing insights from various fields of study, or reflecting on our own life experiences, our goal is to foster a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
We're not experts with all the answers, but we invite you to join us on this journey of exploration and growth. Together, we'll question, learn, and hopefully gain a bit more clarity along the way. Welcome to Infants on Thrones.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 71 minutes
- Episodes
- 819
- Years Active
- 2012 - 2025
Ep 58 – Dazed and Confirmed
If you have ever felt a little weighed down by the legacy of your Mormon ancestors — and if you have ever turned to alternative methods of self-medication — then this may be the episode for you.
Tom,…
Ep 57 – Kolob Shmolob
Matt, Tom, Bob, Randy, and Glenn discuss the latest essay on LDS.org: Becoming Like God
The King Follett discourse is also discussed — which is, of course, the source for the name of our podcast, “In…
Ep 56 – Dear God – Part 1
Come join us for our first Open Letter to God. This is an experiment. If you like it, and submit follow-up letters, we’ll keep doing it. If you don’t, then we won’t. Got it?
Ep 55 – Teotihuacán: Reflections on Myopia and Cultural Imperialsim
An innocent visit to the pyramids outside of Mexico City turns in to a critique of the Nephite Explorer and a certain example of Missionary xerox-lore.
Ep 54 – Unintentional Racist: The Brother Jake cut
Brother Jake and his wife Erica reissue an edited version of “The Unintentional Racist” with additional commentary for perhaps a slightly different audience. Because caring is sharing.
Ep 53 – Minisode – Insecurity
Brother Jake talks about the time he super-glued his eye shut after fighting with a missionary companion…. and other stuff.
Ep 52 – Meldrum Part 2
In part 2 of Scott’s interview with Dr. Meldrum, we learn why so many Mormons think Cain is bigfoot. Dr. Meldrum also explains what he finds to be the most compelling evidence for the existence of s…
Ep 51 – The Summons: Tom Phillips vs. Thomas S. Monson – Part 3
We wrap up this three-part series with a few final words from Tom Phillips and a whole lot of panel discussion.
Ep 50 – The Tom Sigh
Tom Perry sits down for a casual one-on-one conversation with long time Mormon Podcast connoisseur Jay Bryner to review his audio essay submission, “The Tom Sigh.”
Ep 49 – The Summons: Tom Phillips vs. Thomas S. Monson – Part 2
Special guest Tom Phillips is joined by Scott, Matt, Bob and Glenn to discuss the recent summons against Thomas S. Monson and the LDS Church. Part two explores:
• The criteria Tom Phillips used to se…
Ep 48 – The Summons: Tom Phillips vs. Thomas S. Monson – Part 1
Special guest Tom Phillips is joined by Scott, Matt, Bob and Glenn to discuss the recent summons against Thomas S. Monson and the LDS Church. Part one explores:
• Why the October Surprise became th…
Ep 47 – Listener Feedback
Glenn, Bob and Matt review the results of the listener feedback survey. Sorta like naval gazing, but a little less navely. Or not.
Ep 46 – Tom Phillips TEASER
The Infants tease their next big thing. Stay tuned…
Ep 45 – Meldrum Part 1
Scott (aka “Jesse”) sits down with Jeff Meldrum, a super big time professor type dude to talk about the best way to set the table for Mormons and Scientists whenever evolution stops by for dinner. N…
Ep 44 – Minisode – The (un)Testimony
In this follow-up to “Regret,” Glenn discusses the one time he publicly stood up and took a stand, why he did it, and what it means to him today.
Ep 42 – The Unintentional Racist
Mike Tannehill (love him or hate him) is fighting the good fight against the Mormon church. Or at least against the influence of those liberal academic types trying to re-write church history — more…
Ep 41 – Minisode – Prayer
We received another very nice five-star review on iTunes, this one from DisQuoi (thank you DisQuoi) asking us to pontificate upon the best way to give an impressive prayer. So, in the infamous words…
Ep 40 – Bednar, Bear Hugs, and Brainwashing
The Infants respond to another listener question: “what is going to happen to my 9-year-old son when he turns 12 if he’s not really a believer?” Well… think of it this way… It’s sorta like the way t…
Ep 39 – Confessions of a Mormon Beer Snob
Another listener essay for you. This was submitted by Chad. Matt and Jesse join him for the panel discussion. This one is smooth and delicious. Or something like that. Enjoy.