In this engaging interview with historian Bryan Buchanan and Lindsay Hansen Park 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? 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. https://www.yearofpolygamy.com/ https://sunstone.org/sunstone-history-podcast/ Episode Show Notes: https://www.mormonstories.org/podcast/should-have-learned-about-mormon-polygamy Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:07:45 The history of polygamy is the history of Mormonism 00:14:00 Joseph Smith’s Family & Folk magic 00:30:25 Marriage to Emma Smith 00:42:15 Early Church 00:48:15 Lamanite revelation in 1831 00:54:05 Kirtland Era “the family” 00:59:50 Fanny Alger (all-gur) 01:08:45 Tar and Feather Incident 01:14:50 Missouri Period 01:26:05 Nauvoo Period 01:35:45 Impact on women & disgusting excuses for it 02:01:30 Masonry Connections to Polygamy 02:23:25 Using women to collect other women 02:44:00 Doctrine & Covenants 132 02:50:30 Joseph Smith martyrdom 03:20:30 How to have better conversations ___________________ At Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars, authors, LDS apologists, and other professionals. Our overall mission is to: 1. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members, investigators, and non-members regarding Mormon history, doctrine, and theology 2. Support Mormons (and members of other high-demand religions) who are experiencing a religious faith crisis 3. Promote healing, growth and community for those who choose to leave the LDS Church or other high demand religions 🤝Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today One-time or recurring donations: https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories?default_interval=m Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/mormonstories Paypal: https://paypal.me/mormonstories Our Platforms: 🌐Mormon Stories Blog: https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes 🎙️Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ✳️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDzk7dRjODTSEqzZKZJzk?si=148b0efc1ccc4404&nd=1 🍎Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772 🖼️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormstories 📱TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast 🎮Discord: https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF Contact us: 📧 MormonStories@gmail.com 📬PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 #MormonStories #Mormon #lds