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01/22/24 • 44 min
Talmge sat down with Tori MacArthur, the cohost of God In All Things podcast. Her podcast looks at the gospel principles that can be found in literature like books and movies. One of her favorite episodes being The Sound of Music. Her ability to identify these principles came from both studying these classic works of art as well as looking at her own life. She shares her journey and the struggles of depression and loneliness she went through when she was RELEASED from her mission.
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

05/25/20 • 60 min
Tia Wilson is interviewed by Talmage Thayne about her experience never being able to go on a mission. She shares about her health problems and how they kept her from serving. She also discusses a type of OCD called scrupulosity, which can be prevalent among return missionaries.
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

George and Christine Donaldson: Returning After Serving as Mission President and Mission Mom
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04/13/20 • 46 min
Talmage Interviews his mission president (George Donaldson) and mission mom (Christine Donaldson). George shares about his first mission and some of the lessons he learned and how he came home to marry his highschool sweetheart. They then share about their experiences coming home after serving for 3 years leading the Scotland and Ireland missionaries. Their stories, insights, love for the gospel and each other will make you want to interview your own mission president and mission mom.
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

01/01/24 • 53 min
Imagine remolding your life's path from law enforcement to the lens of a videographer, all while traversing the valleys of personal challenges and rediscovering faith. That's precisely the story Danny Garcia shares in our first guest of the new season.
His candid reflections on divorce, the taxing demands of his police work, and the subsequent introspection that led him toward betterment are as stirring as they are enlightening. His commitment to overcoming depression through rigorous physical training and a rekindled spirituality paints a picture of a man reconstructing his life piece by piece.
This season, we're not just sharing stories; we're creating a mosaic of inspirational narratives. Danny's transformation is a call to all our listeners to contribute their own tales of overcoming adversity and the lessons learned along the way. Through genuine, vulnerable storytelling, we aim to weave a community tapestry of support and shared experiences that resonate with returning missionaries and those on a path to restoring their faith. Join us to discover how vulnerability and the shared courage of our community can become the cornerstone of personal growth and spiritual fortitude.
If you want to be involved with released please reach out. [email protected]
Danny Garcia's IG: https://www.instagram.com/dannygarciafilms/
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

04/20/20 • 35 min
Talmage Get's to Interview Bailee Merrill about her story coming back from the Louisianna Baton Rouge Mission to her parents' divorce, depression and anxiety. At first, there was resistance to see the doctors about her depression, but it ultimately was an answer to prayer. She also shares about her journey in holding onto God and knowing it will all be ok in the end.
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

07/09/24 • 57 min
Talmage Interviews TJ Faamausili about the three pillars of a successful return home. Order, Purpose and relationships helped TJ in his RELEASED STORY.
TJ is a Cohost of the popular podcast This Is Kingdom, he's a seminary teacher, is married to his wonderful wife lora and has a little boy. His post mission life has been blessed by the gospel and implementing these three pillars. But in spite of the blessings, lessons have had to be learned through hardship and hard work.
Join us as we discuss these pillars looked like in both Talmage and TJ's life.
You can find TJ on IG at
@tjfaamausili and @this.is.kingdom
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

05/04/20 • 61 min
Talmage Thayne interviews Gage Parker about having to come home early from his mission because of previous transgressions. He has an incredible journey that will teach people about trusting God's plan and taking responsibility for yourself at the same time. This episode only covers the first half of his story, so be sure to hear the rest of it next week.
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

12/24/22 • 98 min
Yonela is a charismatic 23-year-old South African from East London. He shares his journey of finding the church, leaving on a mission to Zimbabwe, being reassigned and locked down in Johannesburg, and facing the challenges being released. From broken engagement to feeling different from everyone around him he has a story that will motivate you to love your neighbor.
If you are interested in submitting your story. Reach out to me at [email protected]
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

12/19/22 • 56 min
Ashley Jordan is a returned missionary that came home and quickly found herself anxious to start life. Covid spread after a couple months of being home and only added to her mental illness. She shares her experience of getting help and learning to cope with anxiety provoking situations and doing it confidently. You might notice her symptoms sound familiar. After listening to this episode you'll be assured that anxiety is real but can be managed and minimized.
If you are interested in sharing your story on Released, please reach out to me. You can email me at [email protected]
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.

06/27/24 • 72 min
Talmage got to ask Connor Benich about his experience coming home from the mission. Connor's story goes through heart break, God's radio silence, Tiktok, dating, and a conversation you wouldn't think someone would have with God.
Season Three will be wrapping up after a few more episodes. We recorded them in the beginning of the year and we're excited to get these episodes out to everyone.
Please rate and review the podcast. It really helps us know what you want to hear more of. Thank you for listening.
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Released have?
Released currently has 46 episodes available.
What topics does Released cover?
The podcast is about Christianity, College, Religion & Spirituality, Lds, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Transition.
What is the most popular episode on Released?
The episode title 'From Missionary to Marine: Jackson Paul - Co-Host of The Stick of Joseph.' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Released?
The average episode length on Released is 51 minutes.
How often are episodes of Released released?
Episodes of Released are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Released?
The first episode of Released was released on Mar 13, 2020.
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