Go behind the curtain with Heidi Casson, longtime stage manager for Music & the Spoken Word. In this episode, Heidi shares what it takes to coordinate a live weekly broadcast, her favorite behind-the-scenes moments, and why the spirit of the show continues to inspire her after decades on the job.

Taking time each day to sharpen our own spiritual saw prepares us for whatever lies ahead.

This sacred time allows us to connect with God through scripture, to speak with Him in prayer,

and to discover what He would teach us. A dull saw may still cut, but it slows our progress.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 10th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,004.

In one location, I visited an old Italian home. Fresh flowers filled the window boxes, the

shades had recently been painted, and the front porch light burned brightly. However, as I

looked closer, I noticed some imperfections in this otherwise magnificent home.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,003.

Rabbi Jarrod Grover of Beth Tikvah Synagogue in Toronto shares his heartfelt experience watching Music & the Spoken Word and reflects on the program’s power to inspire across faiths and cultures. In this episode, he recounts the unforgettable moment he was invited to join The Tabernacle Choir for its historic 5,000th broadcast — a celebration of music, unity, and enduring tradition.

The pioneer spirit, whether in 1847 or 2025, lives on. Each of us can be blessed as we strive to be pioneers in our own right – moving forward with faith, knowing that even amid great trial and uncertainty.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, July 27th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,002.