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Just Asking: Interview with Artist Liz Lemon Swindle
Mormon Life says: Liz Lemon Swindle has become famous for her paintings of religious subjects – particularly those of Jesus Christ and Joseph Smith. LDS Living recently caught up with her for the inside scoop on an artistic life.
What was it like trying to raise a family while creating your art at the same time?It was difficult. Every day was a juggling act to balance two things I loved dearly. In the end I couldn’t give up...
Just Asking: Interview with Movie Star Jon Heder
Mormon Life says: Known for his breakout role in Napolean Dynomite, Jon Heder continues to find roles in comedic films, but manages to stay true to his Mormon values. LDS Living recently caught up with him.
You’ve played characters with a wide variety of talents including dancing, ice skating, and street magic. What skill was the most fun to learn for a role?I’d say ice-skating was definitely the most...
Just Asking: Interview with Elaine Dalton
Mormon Life says: The general Young Women president talks challenges, triumphs, motherhood, and gospel insights.
Q: In 2008 the Young Women General Presidency called for a “return to virtue” and added the value into the Young Women theme. What inspired you to add this value? How do you think this addition...
Just Asking: Ken Jennings
Mormon Life says: The biggest Jeopardy! winner of all time talks trivia, family, and playing against a computer.
Q: When did your interest in trivia begin?A: Pretty much as far back as I can remember. I remember running home from school to watch Jeopardy!, and that was fourth or fifth grade. I actually wrote a...
Just Asking: Stephen Jones
Mormon Life says: Find out about Stephen Jones, comedian and star of the hit "New Spice" commercial for the BYU library--his greatest accomplishment, his favorite comedians, how he deals with a tough crowd, and more.
Q: You starred in one of the most viral internet videos for 2010 and you just graduated; what’s next? A: Originally I was going to get a nine-to-five job, but I’m finding I can’t do it. Sitting at a...
Just Asking: Ardeth Kapp
One on one with the educator and former Young Women general president. Q - What has been the most rewarding surprise of your life?The blessings that the Lord has provided for me. I was told I would be surprised by the blessings the Lord had in store for me. I remember the first calling I had in...
Just Asking: Kieth Merrill
Kieth Merrill has worked in the film industry since 1967. A writer, director and producer, he won the 1973 Acadamy Award for his documentary The Great American Cowboy and created the LDS films Mr. Krueger’s Christmas, Legacy, and The Testaments. His debut novel, The Evolution of Thomas Hall, was...
Just Asking: Hilary Weeks
A personal peek into the life of the mother of four girls, artist of eight albums, and author of two books. You talk about inspiration being found in the nature and beauties of Alaska, where you grew up. What now serves as your primary inspiration? I think...
Q&A--John Bytheway
When did you think, “motivational speaking—that’s the gig for me”? I never liked that title, “motivational speaker”—it was more of a teacher. I wanted to be a teacher. I got home from my mission, and I was a business major, but I got involved with Especially for Youth right after my mission and...
Just Asking: Interview with Kirby Heyborne
Mormon Life says: Kirby Heyborne—actor, singer, father of three, and husband of one—discusses his experiences as a performer.
*Editor's note: This is the full interview with Kirby Heyborne, with extra questions not seen in the print version of our January/February 2011 issue!Do you have any crazy stories because of your...
Just Asking: Josi Kilpack
Mormon Life says: LDS Living sits down with culinary mystery writer Josi Kilpack - author of Lemon Tart, English Trifle, Devil's Food Cake, and Key Lime Pie - for a few questions and learns what goes into writing a recipe for murder.
1. LDS Living: Which comes first in a story--the recipe or the crime? JK: I guess the recipe comes first, since it’s a basis for the title and the location where the story is set. And yet,...
