1815: Mormon Polygamy Under Joseph Smith

<p>In this engaging interview with historian Bryan Buchanan and Lindsay Hansen Park (Year of Polygamy Podcast) we delve into the complex history of Joseph Smith's controversial practice of polygamy. What evidence supports his multiple marriages, the experiences of his wives, and the implications of this aspect of Mormon history?</p> <p>Throughout the interview, we emphasize the importance of nuanced historical analysis over apologetics, encouraging open and honest discussions about Mormon history, polygamy, and the broader impact of these topics on the faith's evolution and how it affects members today. This interview provides a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities within Mormon history and invites them to engage in constructive conversations about these issues.</p> <p><a href="https://www.mormonstories.org/podcast/should-have-learned-about-mormon-polygamy" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Episode Show Notes</span></a></p> <p><a href="https://youtu.be/uPukJiqc4wE" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">YouTube Link</span></a></p> <p> </p> <hr /> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors!</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today:</span></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories?default_interval=m" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Support us on Patreon</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/mormonstories" rel="noopener" target="_blank">PayPal</a></li> <li><a href="https://account.venmo.com/u/mormonstories" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Venmo</a></li> </ul> <hr /> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our Platforms:</span></h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Youtube</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Patreon</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDzk7dRjODTSEqzZKZJzk?si=148b0efc1ccc4404" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spotify</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Apple Podcasts</span></a></li> </ul> <hr /> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact us:</span></h3> <p><a href="mailto:MormonStories@gmail.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">MormonStories@gmail.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">PO Box 171085,</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Salt Lake City, UT 84117 </span></p> <hr /> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Social Media:</span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mormstories" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Insta: @mormstories</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Join the Discord</span></a></li> </ul> <hr />