Podcast artwork thumbnail for Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks

Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks

Jim Bennett, Ian Wilks

Booking Overview

This is a religion-focused interview and co-host discussion show examining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its doctrine, institutional practices, and relationship with members and former members; external guests typically include LDS scholars, historians, commentators, and informed participants. Credible pitches would include religious researchers, authors, clergy or former clergy, and subject-matter experts on Mormonism, church retention, religious change, apologetics, and institutional reform; booking difficulty is medium because the show accommodates knowledgeable niche experts but also features established voices.

Metrics

Episodes: 195

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 19 subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

jim@canonizer.com

Looking for the right person? Join Podseeker to find direct host and producer contacts and manage your podcast outreach.

Host

Jim Bennett - Co-host of a dialogue-oriented show examining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from an active insider perspective.

Ian Wilks - Co-host of a dialogue-oriented show examining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from an outside perspective.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Substantive expertise in Mormonism or religious studies, including scholars, historians, authors, clergy or former clergy, and commentators with informed perspectives on LDS doctrine, church practices, institutional change, or member retention.
Required Achievements:  
Published books or research, Established public commentary on Mormonism or religion, Relevant experience studying or participating in LDS institutions

Recent Guest Discussions

Greg Prince - Temple Recommend Interviews, Tithing, Temple Garments, Church Requirements, And Pastoral Approaches To Worthiness Interviews

Kolby Reddish - Church Belonging, Combative Apologetics, Online Controversy, Tribalism, And Christian Inclusion

Ganesh Cherian - Church Growth, Convert Retention, Younger Members Leaving, And Ways To Make Worship More Meaningful And Inclusive

Greg Prince - Church Growth And Retention, Declining Participation Among Younger Latter-day Saints, And Lessons From Other Religious Traditions

Recent Topics

Religion, Christianity, Mormonism, Religious Deconstruction, Church Reform

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks
:

The Scotland Edinburgh Mission: A Conversation with Steve Wrigley

October 17, 2026

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when three former Mormon missionaries reunite nearly 40 years after serving together in Scotland? Plenty of nostalgia, a little irreverence, and some stories that have gotten considerably more outrageous with age.This week on Inside Out, Ian and Jim welcome their old friend and fellow missionary Steve Wrigley for a hilarious, heartfelt trip down memory lane. Together, they revisit their experiences in the Scotland Edinburgh Mission, from dreadful missionary apartm...

A Conversation with Dan McClellan

October 14, 2026

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when one of the world's most prominent biblical scholars unexpectedly drops into an Inside Out livestream? Fresh off his headline-making appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience, biblical scholar and Data Over Dogma host Dan McClellan joins Ian and Jim for an unscheduled, wide-ranging conversation about faith, scholarship, and the controversy surrounding his identity as a believing Latter-day Saint.Dan responds candidly to critics who question his faith, explai...

Conference Report - with Greg Prince

October 11, 2026

Send us Fan MailFresh off the October 2026 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Ian and Jim welcome back historian Greg Prince for a candid, wide-ranging discussion of what was said, what wasn't said, and what the Church could be doing better.Jim offers a firsthand perspective from his marathon weekend singing with the Tabernacle Choir, while Ian shares how General Conference looks and feels to someone who has left the Church. Greg brings his historical ...

Similar Podcasts

Podcast(s) similar to
Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks
:

The Dismantling Doctrine Podcast · Low booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

At Last She Said It · Medium booking difficulty · 10,000 - 100,000 listeners

Exvangelical · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

WARD RADIO · Low booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

What Now · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks
:

How do I get in touch with Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks?

Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks is hosted by Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks. Its publicly listed email is jim@canonizer.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks?

The publicly listed email for Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks: jim@canonizer.com.

How many listeners does Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks have?

Podseeker estimates Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks?

Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Substantive expertise in Mormonism or religious studies, including scholars, historians, authors, clergy or former clergy, and commentators with informed perspectives on LDS doctrine, church practices, institutional change, or member retention. Common among recent guests: Published books or research; Established public commentary on Mormonism or religion; Relevant experience studying or participating in LDS institutions. Recent guests include Greg Prince, Kolby Reddish, and Ganesh Cherian.

How hard is it to get booked on Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Inside Out with Jim Bennett and Ian Wilks cover?

Recent episodes cover Religion, Christianity, Mormonism, Religious Deconstruction, and Church Reform. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

jim@canonizer.com

Looking for the right person? Join Podseeker to find direct host and producer contacts and manage your podcast outreach.

Get your clients booked on top podcasts

Try us risk free with a FREE 3 days trial.

Start Your Free Trial

Join hundreds of PR teams using Podseeker to pitch and land bookings