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Latter Day Struggles

Valerie Hamaker

Booking Overview

This is a religion-focused interview and solo-host show examining challenging LDS beliefs and issues, with external conversations featuring established voices such as authors and Mormon feminist thinkers. Credible pitches would include published authors, theologians, psychologists, LGBTQ+ religious voices, and experts on religious trauma, patriarchy, or institutional integrity; booking difficulty is medium because the show has featured recognized subject-matter authorities but operates within a focused niche.

Metrics

Episodes: 318

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 9.8k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcast@latterdaystruggles.com

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Host

Valerie Hamaker - Valerie Hamaker hosts Latter Day Struggles, examining challenging beliefs and issues within the LDS faith through psychological maturity, theological health, and institutional integrity.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established authors, theologians, psychologists, or other recognized subject-matter experts with direct expertise in LDS belief, Mormon feminism, LGBTQ+ religious experience, patriarchy, or institutional integrity.
Required Achievements:  
Published books or plays, A recognized body of work addressing LDS faith, feminism, religious change, or related social issues

Recent Guest Discussions

Carol Lynn Pearson - Mormon Feminism, Patriarchy, Women’s Spiritual Authority, Lgbtq+ Issues, Writing, Creative Work, And Navigating Change Within The LDS Church.

Carol Lynn Pearson - Writing As A Calling, Goodbye, I Love You, No More Goodbyes, Facing East, Speaking Truth Within The Church, Heavenly Mother, Partnership, Marriage, And Personal Authority.

Recent Topics

Christianity, Mormonism, Feminism, Patriarchy, Lgbtq+ Issues

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Latter Day Struggles
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477: The Problem with Leadership by Seniority

October 12, 2026

Send us a Positive Review!In this episode, Val is joined by Greg Prince, and their focus begins with Hugh B Brown’s legacy of gutsy leadership & expands to an exploration of the broader implications of the LDS Church's aging leaders (due to their succession-by-seniority-policy multiplied by advancements in medicine in the past several decades). Does modern science about increasing life expectancy & therefore increased dementia risk in elderly leaders call for a conversation about...

475: Mormon Women & Men Waking Up to Patriarchal Impact

October 05, 2026

Send us a Positive Review!The news is getting out.  Patriarchy harms everyone in its clutches. The women and children of course. But men too. Actually, it hurts them a lot. The more we have words for how this hurts us, the more we can advocate for change but also embody change in how we see ourselves, treat one another and live our lives.  If you are just realizing that much of your faith crisis is connected to the massive impact that patriarchy has had on you and you're ready to confron...

473: The Emotional Rollercoaster of General Conference Weekend

September 28, 2026

Send us a Positive Review!In this special Office Hours recording, a couple dozen people joined Valerie to talk about the emotional experience that only the former devout Mormon will understand.  Why does this weekend bring up so much?  Listen to Val & four of the guests that attended this Office Hours recording as they talk about grief, loneliness, fear, and confusion.  They hit topics that likely hit home with you too:  about parenting and mixed faith marriage emotions...loss of simplici...

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Frequently asked questions

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Latter Day Struggles
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How do I get in touch with Latter Day Struggles?

Latter Day Struggles is hosted by Valerie Hamaker. Its publicly listed email is podcast@latterdaystruggles.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 Latter Day Struggles?

The publicly listed email for Latter Day Struggles: podcast@latterdaystruggles.com.

How many listeners does Latter Day Struggles have?

Podseeker estimates Latter Day Struggles reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Latter Day Struggles?

Latter Day Struggles typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Established authors, theologians, psychologists, or other recognized subject-matter experts with direct expertise in LDS belief, Mormon feminism, LGBTQ+ religious experience, patriarchy, or institutional integrity. Common among recent guests: Published books or plays; A recognized body of work addressing LDS faith, feminism, religious change, or related social issues. Recent guests include Carol Lynn Pearson and Carol Lynn Pearson.

How hard is it to get booked on Latter Day Struggles?

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

What topics does Latter Day Struggles cover?

Recent episodes cover Christianity, Mormonism, Feminism, Patriarchy, and Lgbtq+ Issues. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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