
The LDS Podcast that brings inspirational stories to light.
Every member has a compelling story that can brighten the lives of others. We bring those stories to life, and empower people just like you to boldly share their shining light with the rest of the world.
Our Episodes
Tune in every Sunday morning to either watch
or listen to the latest Latter-Day Lights podcast.
When Life Changes Your Plans – Facing Trials With Faith: Amy Walker’s Story
What do you do when unexpected events take your life in a direction you never planned? In this episode, Amy Walker shares how the sudden illness of her husband forced her to step into the role of taking care of and providing for her...
From Addiction and Temptation to Triumphant Redemption: Joe McCally’s Story
When you’ve wandered so far that rock bottom becomes your new normal, can a single moment of grace change your course forever? Husband, father of four, and RN-turned-educator Joe McCally shares how his encounters with voices of doubt throughout his childhood slowly gave way...
Revitalizing Faith-Driven Leaders with Cumorah Academy: Patrick Sedivy’s Story
When the Lord calls you to rebuild lives beyond your wildest dreams, will you be brave enough to take the first step? Father and serial entrepreneur Patrick Sedivy recounts how a divine prompting to serve in the Czech Republic propelled him on a decade-long...
The Journey to Divine Testimonial Reconstruction: Marlisa Wootton’s Story
When the pillars of faith begin to quake, will you retreat to familiar ground, or brave the tremors to seek answers? Musician and doctoral audiology student, Marlisa Wootton, recalls a pivotal moment in 2020 when she dared to confront the unsettling waves of a...
Reflections on Faith, Trials, and a Difficult Mission: Adam Harmon’s Story
What do you do when your spiritual journey feels harder and more unfair than you expected? In this episode, Adam Harmon takes us on an introspective account of some of the difficult challenges that he faced on his mission, along with some the powerful...
From Despair & Addiction to Faith, Hope & Empowerment: Jenna Frandsen’s Story
What if your darkest trials could ultimately become your brightest testimony? In this powerful episode of Latter-Day Lights, we hear the incredible story of Jenna Frandsen—a woman who transformed her life from the depths of addiction, grief, and trauma to becoming a light for...
Show Hosts
Meet Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley – two long-time friends who never thought they would ever do a podcast. Here’s to thinking…

Scott Brandley
I’m a husband, father, Latter-Day Saint, business owner, wannabe golfer, philanthropist, podcaster, and author.

Alisha Coakley
I’m a proud mom of 3, wife, business woman, Leukemia survivor, music lover, podcaster, Latter-Day Saint, author, and coach.
Do you have a story you would like to share?
Now is the time to stand up and share your light!
If you submit your story and we interview you on the show, you will have the opportunity to inspire thousands of members on your very own video and audio podcast episode! In addition, your story may be considered for publication in an upcoming version of ‘Latter-Day Lights’ – an inspirational book of short stories – to shine your light even further and brighter.
Whether you have experienced personal challenges, overcome difficult trials, have a unique conversion story, or want to share something special, funny, or entertaining that you think will uplift other members and bring them closer to the Savior, we want to hear about it!
Please fill out the short form below, and we will be in touch!
Scott and Alisha