David Archuleta on Leaving the Mormon Church, Coming Out & Finally Feeling Free

Former American Idol star, singer-songwriter, and now author David Archuleta joins Tish and Brandi for one of the most honest, hilarious, and genuinely moving conversations we've ever had on this pod. David just released his memoir Devout: Losing My Faith to Find Myself and y'all... he holds NOTHING back! On today's episode he unpacks what it was like growing up Mormon, going to BYU (yes, the soaking school... and yes, he explains it... and yes, we are DECEASED), and being a practicing member of the church all the way through American Idol. Then, he shares how after a global pandemic, a deep dive into church history, and a broken engagement, he finally came out as gay and walked away from the only identity he'd ever known. David opens up about the church's complicated stance on LGBTQ+ members, finding his version of God in rave culture, and why bonding over weed with his very Mormon dad was one of the most healing moments of his life. David joins in on the OG 'Truth or Toke', where things get beautifully chaotic: from celeb crushes to things he was forbidden from doing as a kid that he's now obsessed with. It's vulnerable, it's funny, and it ends with David thriving with new music, more pride, and a life that finally feels like his own. Love ya, Stoners. Byeee! Follow David Archuleta:   / davidarchie   Go get David's book 'Devout: Losing My Faith to Find Myself': https://www.simonandschuster.com/book... Send your Dear MTs, Dish to Tish & High Design questions (videos please!) to [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram:   / sorrywerecyrus     / tishcyruspurcell     / brandicyrus   Thank you to our incredible sponsors: David Protein: Head to Walmart today to try a bar or stock up on 4CTs of your favorite flavors, like Blueberry Pie and Salted Peanut Butter, sold exclusively at Walmart. Check out https://www.walmart.com to find a store near you! Flamingo: Our listeners get the Flamingo Starter Set for just $7 at https://www.shopflamingo.com/CYRUS. MUDWTR: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your MUDWTR with code CYRUS at https://www.mudwtr.com/CYRUS #mudwtrpod This podcast was brought to you by ‪@podcast.nation‬ SYNCID: MB01QCPHQVQQ5LX