Radio Free Mormon reflects on the life and legacy of Carol Lynn Pearson, the beloved Mormon poet, playwright, and LGBTQ advocate who died July 29, 2026. The Post-Mormon Lounge episode shares stories and reminiscences about her influence on both believing and former members.

Pearson's work, including "Goodbye, I Love You" about her gay ex-husband's death from AIDS, made her a bridge figure between orthodox Mormonism and its critics. She remained a believing member while advocating for LGBTQ inclusion, a position that earned her both admiration and criticism.

Her poetry, plays, and advocacy shaped conversations about gender, sexuality, and belonging within Mormonism for decades. The episode honors her courage in speaking uncomfortable truths while maintaining her faith and her relationships across theological divides.