Interviews
Interview with John Dehlin, Part 1
Shawn's interview with John Dehlin covers his personal history, "Mormon Stories" evolution, and leadership in aiding ex-Mormons, highlighting his journey and insights.
Interview with Nate Taylor
Shawn critiques divine election, emphasizing God's love and human compassion, contrasts with inclusive Christianity, and explores predestination, blessings, and God's authority.
Interview with Sam Young
Brother Sam Young shared his LDS background and reasons for protesting the church on Heart of the Matter 2.0, focusing on his personal journey and motivations.
Interview with Pastor Mike
Presbyterian governance involves elders and deacons, emphasizes community theology, practices Baptism and Communion, and varies in conservatism between PCA, PCUSA, and OPC.
Interview with Danny Larsen
Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter 1.0" critiqued Mormonism; "HOTM 2.0" will explore beneficial and harmful elements in religion, promoting open faith discussions.
Interview with Mallory McCraney
Shawn McCraney critiques harmful religious practices, advocates transparency, reflects on past parenting, and emphasizes love and understanding over strictness and appearances.
Interview with Cassidy McCraney
Shawn McCraney shares his journey in fatherhood, relationships, and spirituality, highlighting his bond with daughter Cassidy and launching a new ministry format on Halloween.
Interview with Shawn’s Dad, Ed McCraney
Shawn McCraney argues that personal needs, not doctrine, often guide church choice. God values heart and qualities like love over church affiliation or attendance.
Interview with Shawn’s Mom, Lu McCraney
Shawn McCraney concludes his show by interviewing his parents on their faith journeys, highlighting his mother's strong LDS defense, before new programming starts on Oct 31, 2017.
Interview with Jason Rapich
Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO! with Shawn McCraney focuses on authentic worship, featuring guest Jason Rapich, a new show on Oct 31, 2017, and a book release on Nov 6.
Interview with Mark Payzant
Leaving Mormonism requires courage and life changes; seek truth in Christ, not unstable religious foundations, for true spiritual fulfillment and stability.
