I have listened to Blair Hodges’ podcast interviews since I discovered him on the Maxwell Institute and then followed him to Fireside, Family Proclamations and now, Relationscapes. The topics and focus of Blair’s interviews have evolved over time. Blair’s approach to every interview is rooted in compassion, curiosity and respect for the person he’s interviewing and the topic being discussed. He has sparked my own interest in topics I was unfamiliar with and I’ve purchased several books by authors he’s interviewed. I have recommended Blair’s podcasts to friends and think anyone interested in understanding more about our common humanity will enjoy and learn from this podcast.

Today was my first time listening to Relationscapes. Blair interviewed Karl Dunn and it was a wonderful conversation. The questions asked, they way it expanded as a conversation and the fact that it developed both Karl and Blair’s following. It was fantastic to listen to. I’m certain I’ll be listening to more. Thanks for all you do, Blair.

I really love the questions that Blair asks. He clearly researches each episode thoroughly and comes to the interview with questions that - well, they’re different. Thoughtful. Unique.

I love the diversity of topics he explores and his guests are delightful. He is great at making space for multiple perspectives and giving a voice to those who have unconventional wisdom to share. I love this podcast and I always learn a lot from each conversation. Thanks Blair!

Besides being an awesome, kind, and smart person, Blair has a super listenable voice and I really enjoy his conversations with the authors that he hosts. His guests are charming and insightful and the content is always relevant to daily life with human beings. Really good show.

Relationscapes is one of my favorite podcasts. I can always count on Blair to conduct thoughtful interviews with his guests. It’s so obvious that he is driven to learn and grow, and as listeners can do the same. I believe we can all relate to the topics discussed in Relationscapes and have our worldviews expanded to be more inclusive.

The questions, introspection and editing on this podcast make it such an easy but thought provoking listen. Blair and his guests cover vital topics concerning relationships. It’s a great tool to increase empathy and connection.

I’ve enjoyed listening to Blair’s interviews with such interesting guests.

I’m not typically a fan of the interview format, but I have really enjoyed this podcast. It is clear that the host has read the books. I have several times listened to an author who has been interviewed on several podcasts and the interviews on this podcast are typically more thoughtful and glean more meaningful insights that are missing in other podcasts.

I’ve been listening to Blair and this podcast for a while. Blair is hands down one of the best interviewers I have heard on any podcast. He is well prepared and actually reads the books of the authors he interviews, and you can tell with the questions he asks. I feel like Blair could interview the most boring person on the planet and it would be interesting. Luckily he interviews interesting people and it makes me want to read their books.

Thought provoking and so meaningful. You can tell Blair really does his research on each guest and topic. The discussions are wide-ranging, in-depth, and full of compassion for the wide range of the human experience.

I was skeptical when I first heard about this podcast because I only like a select few, very professionally-produced podcasts. I don’t generally like listening to two people sitting and talking. However, Blair’s is a fantastic host and guides the conversations in a way that the guests can tell their stories without constantly being interrupted by the host or feeling like they’re talking aimlessly just to fill time. I highly recommend this podcast, whether you think you’ll resonate with the guests or assume you’ll completely disagree with them. My mind has been expanded and my perspective changed by the episodes I’ve listened to.

The guests on this podcast bring important insights to moving beyond the stereotypical view of the idealized 1950s family and provide a much richer and deeper understanding of how families actually work and how social, cultural, political, and religious structures influence thos dynamics. Blair's interviews are always thoughtful, with piercing and surprising questions. I'm excited every time a new episode is released!

i enjoyed the fireside, and followed blair here to his next podcast mainly for the thorough, thoughtful approach he brings to any topic. i love the interviewees with so many diverse perspectives! it’s also been a great way to discover new books. 📚📚

I’ve been listening since episode two, and just listened to the Pink Shoes episode. Blair does a phenomenal job exploring the lives and/or expertise of his guests. I love how he gentle challenges us all to examine dominant and take for granted narratives.

Blair is one of the best interviewers in podcast land. He does his homework and asks thoughtful questions of his guests. Family Proclamations has become one of my go-to podcasts. The diversity of authors he hosts have enriched my learning and opened my mind to valuable insights. My bookcase has expanded also. Add this podcast to your queue. You won’t regret it!

Years ago when Blair was the host of the BYU Maxwell Institute podcast was when I became of fan of his work. He is one of the best interviewers around and you’ll frequently hear his guests remark on the insightfulness of his questions and the depth of his preparation for each conversation. His work is unfailingly humane and expansive. Thank you!

This podcast is outstanding — I find myself thinking and telling friends about ideas and research and experiences discussed in these episodes months after listening to them. It is reshaping my understanding and also making me feel seen in the ways that I, like most of us, don’t fit the traditional family mold. Blair Hodges knows how to pick great books/authors, and he’s a truly gifted host.

This show is great and Blair is one of the best podcasters in the business. I’ve listened to all of his stuff for years. Just listened to Roamin Masculinity and it was super interesting and entertaining. Great stuff.

I’ve been a longtime fan of Blair the podcaster as he is an exceptional interviewer. He is always thoughtful and curious with his guests. Loving his new venture with Fam Proc! 🥳

This is among my “must listen” podcasts. The guests are always smart and interesting, and Blair is the best podcast host around.

Blair is an exceptional interviewer who seems to get the best out of his interviews with people. I love the diversity of perspectives and topics that are discussed in this series. Great podcast for anyone looking for interesting discussions on important topics or for anyone looking for good books to read!

I love the wide variety of family structures this podcast seeks to highlight. So many interesting books and guests!

I have really enjoyed the variety of books and subjects that have been covered so far. I have been able to incorporate some valuable aspect from each episode into my personal life. Blair is a fantastic interviewer who knows the material and asks engaging questions. He digs deep, yet is able to give the listeners a well-rounded overview.

Blair Hodges’ questions provide unique insights while maintaining ethical interview integrity.

I love Blair’s work and I’d probably sign up for anything he does. One of the best interviewers around. But this Family Proclamations series is like magic. I didn’t know where it would go when Blair started, but now it seems like books coming out of the ether, every one fascinating in its own right, and all together making a powerful argument about the diversity and strength and challenges of family.

Just when I thought Blair Hodges couldn't outdo himself, he creates yet another amazing podcast. Every episode has been interesting, thought provoking, and makes me want to be better but in a hopeful way.

Intelligent. Approachable. Provocative. Hodges is one of the best interviewers on the internet.

Blair’s tremendous preparation and sincere curiosity bring out the best of his guests. This podcast is a fun and masterful blend of cultural relevance and academic rigor, but in a language and tone that is accessible to those of us without the formal training. Thank you, Blair, for another great podcast to broaden our minds and expand our compassion.

Blair Hodges has been among the best podcasters on religious topics for nearly a decade. This new series matches his typical brilliance, only now heightened with the important topic. If you like engaging conversations with smart people on pressing issues, this is your show.

I came away with so much insight when listening to Cat Bohannon discuss her book Eve. I love that it centers the woman in evolutionary discussions. I am looking forward to listening to more episodes!

Blair brings care, compassion, and intelligence to everything he does. I can’t wait to see how the season of this new series unfolds.

Blair always finds the most fascinating variety of guests, and then does a stellar job guiding a conversation about the topic at hand. I learn a lot every time I listen.

Blair Hodges is still the best podcaster in the Mormon sphere — knowledgable, prepared ( which means he has thoroughly read and thought about a guest book or other reason for an interview. He listens to his guests, allows them to actually speak (something numerous podcasters fail to do) and he reacts to their remarks rather than merely going on to his next prepared question. This time, he turns to discussions around the family, exploring the very many forms the family can take. He interviews respectfully, and doesn’t limit the family to his single preferred form. He explored the internal meaning of “family” as well as its exterior firm. Give it a listen. You just may find your own family is OK after all, even when you don’t think you quite fit the mold.

Wow. Just listened to the episode with Cat Bohannon, author of Eve. I initially thought, “This will be good to listen to so I won’t have to read the book” but Hodges and Bohannon gave such a lively interview that I changed my mind. I especially want to see the illustrations they briefly described. Bohannon presents wide-ranging research showing how defaulting to cis/male-centric reasoning in evolutionary biology is short-sighted. As someone who desperately needs to encounter more LGBTQ perspectives, in the sciences and in social settings, I look forward to more episodes.

I can only speak to the first episode so far, but it was amazing and fascinating. Blair is a superb interviewer. He always finds great authors and guests and guides the discussion with great questions and insights. Looking forward to learning more about families in all their varieties.