Podcasts about Mormon fundamentalism

In our final conversation we'll talk about some other Mormon Fundamentalism groups and how the race ban & Word of Wisdom are viewed. I'll also note that Cristina got married after this interview and moved to Canada! Her new last name is Gagliano. Check out our conversation... https://youtu.be/wBE1qyHDzAg Don't miss our other conversations with Cristina: https://gospeltangents.com/people/cristina-rosetti Several Mormon fundamentalist denominations are discussed: Apostolic United Brethren (AUB) FLDS (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) Centennial Park group Nielsen/Naylor group Thompson group LeBaron groups Kingston group Righteous Branch Confederate Nations of Israel (led by Alex Joseph) The conversation explores the historical splits, leadership transitions, and theological differences between these groups, with a focus on polygamy, priesthood, and racial policies. Transcript to follow Copyright © 2025 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission transcript to follow Copyright © 2025 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved

How does a married man add another wife to his family? Is his wife involved in dating? What is courtship for polygamists like? Josh Thompson shares his experiences and cultural expectations.. Check out our conversation... https://youtu.be/Q4wpdBUjheg Don't miss our other conversations on Mormon Fundamentalism! https://gospeltangents.com/denominations/aub Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission. transcript to follow Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission.

How do Mormon fundamentalists view LDS Temples? Are LDS Temples valid in their eyes? Do they recognize the work done there, or have the temples been defiled? Josh Thompson answers that, and shares more on the Grant Apostasy. Check out our conversation... https://youtu.be/hhN-xKsUEQc Don't miss our other conversations on Mormon Fundamentalism! https://gospeltangents.com/denominations/aub Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission. transcript to follow Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission.

How does a Mormon Fundamentalist view the LDS Church? Josh Thompson is the grandson of Rulon Allred, a leader of the Apostolic United Brethren (AUB), the same church as Kody Brown. He'll share his views on polygamy and the LDS Church. Check out our conversation... https://youtu.be/GO48kf2cCY0 Don't miss our other conversations on Mormon Fundamentalism! https://gospeltangents.com/denominations/aub Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission. transcript to follow Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission.

Was the movie "Heretic" with sister missionaries & Hugh Grant a good movie or bad movie? Josh Thompson & Rick Bennett share their Heretic movie review impressions, and discuss missionary work. Check out our conversation... https://youtu.be/ZSv7gDkKN4o Don't miss our other conversations on Mormon Fundamentalism! https://gospeltangents.com/books/secret-covenants/ Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission. transcript to follow Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission.

Most of the main branches of the Restoration were formed within roughly two decades of the martyrdom of the Prophet Joseph Smith. One clear exception, however, is the Mormon Fundamentalist movement. Here's a little backstory: In 1890 President Wilford Woodruff issued a manifesto announcing the Church's intention to submit to those laws recently passed and declared constitutional by the US Supreme Court forbidding plural marriage. Then in 1904, as a result of the Reed Smoot hearings before the US Senate and the national attention this brought to the continued practice of plural marriage in Utah, President Joseph F. Smith issued what is known as the “Second Manifesto,” which announced the Church's policy to excommunicate anyone who continued to enter into new polygamous marriages.  Yet some Church members felt that the manifestos of Presidents Woodruff and Smith were not inspired. Instead, they saw them as weak and uninspired capitulations to government demands rather than a continued courageous commitment to God's commands in the face of persecution. Within a few decades, those who dissented against these manifestos or were excommunicated from the LDS Church for entering into additional plural marriages began to gather on the Utah/Arizona border at a place known as Short Creek. They believed in a 1912 statement by Lorin C. Woolley, who had been courier for President John Taylor, about an unpublished 1886 revelation of President Taylor wherein the Lord declared that the “New and Everlasting Covenant” had not been revoked, nor would it ever be. This was interpreted by those in this group to mean that plural marriage would never be withdrawn. They concluded therefore that President Taylor's unpublished revelation (and their interpretation of it) overruled and superceded the first manifesto of President Woodruff in 1890 and the second manifesto of President Smith in 1904. They were staying true to this core fundamental element of Mormonism while the LDS Church was not.   In time these Mormon Fundamentalists fragmented into various groups, including the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (or FLDS Church), the Apostolic United Brethren (or AUB), the Righteous Branch of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the True and Living Church of Jesus Christ of Saints of the Last Days, among others.  In this episode of Church History Matters, Casey and I sit down with Dr. Brian Hales, an expert researcher and author of several books on the Mormon fundamentalist movement, to discuss this fascinating branch of the Restoration.  For show notes and transcript for this and other episodes go to https://doctrineandcovenantscentral.org/church-history-matters-podcast/   

Go To https://rumble.com/user/MormonRenegade for free video & access to exclusive content. Renegade Supply Store: https://renegade-supply-shop.printify.me/products   So I started a series of episodes about people who have found their into Mormon Fundamentalism and started that with a conversation with Adam Hosey. That episode got a lot of likes so we are now ready for part two. So what happens when an LDS Missionary discovers the forgotten teachings of the Restoration? Well today I have Mason Vogel on the podcast to talk about just that. We talk about Mason's ties to Mormonism, his conversion to the LDS Church, his time as a missionary for the LDS Church, his departure from his mission and the church, and where and what's he is doing today in his faith journey.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Go To https://rumble.com/user/MormonRenegade for free video & access to exclusive content. Renegade Supply Store: https://renegade-supply-shop.printify.me/products   So I have had the opportunity to meet many families in Mormon Fundamentalism and the vast majority of those families are beautiful, well adjusted, loving families. But I won't deny that just like monogamous marriages abuse does happen and when it does women and children need help. However not all organizations that offer that help are created equal. This was never more on display than during the days of the wicked priest-tyrant Warren Jeffs. As folks reached out for help to get away from him there were organizations all too eager to help but would do so with strings attached like putting a camera in the survivor's face and profiting off of their pain for reality T.V. ratings and then berating some of the survivors' religious beliefs. However, there is one organization that I feel does it right and that is Cherish Families. Cherish Families was founded and is largely staffed by people from polygamous backgrounds both practicing and non-practicing. With their deep understanding of the fears and barriers that people from our faith community can experience, they are compassionate, empathetic, and uniquely qualified to serve the Mormon Fundamentalist community all without profiting off the survivor's pain or forcing them to denounce their religious beliefs. Today I have Shirlee Draper on from Cherish Families and we have a discussion about how the organization was founded, how they seek to fulfill their mission, and what you could do to help if you feel so inclined.    https://cherishfamilies.org/ https://cherishfamilies.org/who-we-are/frequently-asked-question.html#content_24c94869fe754a439e20f7bcd2dbb8f2_item_14840325 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

As Kody turned toward Mormon Fundamentalism, his friend Brett turned away. Now Kody and Brett are ready to rekindle their bromance. Step one, have a good old fashioned wrestling match in Christine's garage which she is allowing Kody to use in exchange for more grocery money and the promise to spend more time at her house. Later they hit the strip with trainer Sean for bungee jumping and dinner at the Stratosphere. Meri's panic about her future empty nest grows as Leon's graduation approaches.We have a PATREON! click on link below to check out the extra content:PatreonPlease SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and give us a 5-star rating and review.We are on Instagram and TikTok @psychlegalpopEmail: psychlegalpoppodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Go To https://rumble.com/user/MormonRenegade for free video & access to exclusive content. Renegade Supply Store: https://renegade-supply-shop.printify.me/products   So I have been wanting to talk to folks who have made the jump to Mormon Fundamentalism and their lived experiences in making those changes. Now to start the series off I have got a real treat for you today as Adam Hosey joins me on the podcast today. Now Adam's story is pretty unique in that he went from never being a Mormon at all straight into Mormon Fundamentalism. We talk about his childhood, his wilder younger years, the events that led him to realize he needed to make some life changes, to his acceptance of the Restored Gospel. We then move into his experiences and interactions with other fundamentalists while learning more. Now all along the way we get into some pretty deep conversations about Gospel topics, ideas, and doctrines and warp it all by talking about how Adam and his family are adjusting to life in their new faith. All through this conversation with Adam if you're like me you might start to see that there are those who are ready and willing to embrace the Restored Gospel that we never thought of.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Go To https://rumble.com/user/MormonRenegade for free video & access to exclusive content. Renegade Supply Store: https://renegade-supply-shop.printify.me/products   https://www.amazon.com/Joseph-White-Musser-Fundamentalist-Introductions/dp/0252087755/ref=sr_1_1?crid=353SRZYAXAWAZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qbgNPMbtYa-qWerWf9SvsNFTXafH8eU0s4NrIirnTviH7Tc0CkTEl6vPZR6_hApqNoG2jSM9g7Qgm-qTFqWlvYIyDBmuJxlCWGyR9SdehF-73oWplzt15wvfS1nuB65G.kvDLBzRLnWXhyFhmQbCAKgCSS0taOiQ_8cJeDxcK43Y&dib_tag=se&keywords=cristina+rosetti&qid=1717197405&s=books&sprefix=cristina+rosetti%2Cstripbooks%2C109&sr=1-1   https://restorationtorahconference.org   About a year ago I released two episodes on Joseph Musser with Michael Ness. Recently Cristina Rosetti released her highly anticipated new book about Joseph Musser. Now if you know anything about Cristina you are well aware of her scholarship and how she has approaches the study of Mormon Fundamentalism. She has always done a very good job of portraying us fairly. Well today she joins me again on the podcast as we talk about her new book which covers Musser's ministry, his personal life, his relationships with the Woolley's, John Y Barlow, and even end up touching on the organization the new with Rulon Allred. From time to time in our conversation you will get to peek inside to the man he really was and just how much he both loved and sacrificed for the original teachings of the Restored Gospel. After listening to this conversation and reading the book I think you will find that your admiration and appreciation for Musser will only deepen.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

We're talking Mormon fundamentalism! Joseph Musser was the first fundamentalist Mormon who wrote down the unique theology (besides polygamy) that they believe. Dr. Cristina Rosetti has written a biography of this man and explains the founding members of the earliest fundamentalist communities. Check out our conversation... https://youtu.be/CC_AYvuZm94 Don't miss our other conversations with Cristina: https://gospeltangents.com/people/cristina-rosetti/ transcript to follow Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission transcript to follow Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved

Join Lindsay as she interviews Dr. Cristina Rosetti as she talks about her new book Joseph Musser: A Mormon Fundamentalist. Links mentioned in this episode:

Join Lindsay as she interviews Dr. Cristina Rosetti as she talks about her new book Joseph Musser: A Mormon Fundamentalist. Links mentioned in this episode:

Go To ⁠https://rumble.com/user/MormonRenegade⁠ for free video & access to exclusive content So here we are at the conclusion of the series on the Life & Times Of John W. Taylor. As Michael Ness finish up our conversation there is some amazing historical information dropped that should forever change the conversation around how much Joseph F. Smith new about Post-Manifesto Plural Marriage during his administration. We then dive into the fall out of John W. Taylors excommunication, Francis Lyman's inquisition of those living and solemnizing plural marriages and along the way there is some pretty pointed questions asked about Mormon hierarchy during this time, and we wrap it all up by talking about what John W. Taylors impact was on not only Mormon Fundamentalists but also the LDS Church as well. That's next on this episode of the MRP.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Go To http://patreon.com/MormonRenegade368 For Exclusive Content     So in the last two episodes of this series on the life and times of John W. Taylor you have gotten a master class in Mormon history around the times just preceding and post manifesto. We continue that series today. Last time we left off with pretty much the whole upper leadership of the LDS Church being involved in post manifesto plural marriage. Today Michael Ness and I pick back up in that history. In this episode we cover how small cracks begin to form in the upper leadership, next we dive into a practice that John W Taylor started that would plant the seeds of modern Mormon Fundamentalism, we finish up this part of our conversation by illuminating some history that shows how Heber J Grant went from ardent supporter of post manifesto plural marriage to its most active persecutor.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Subscriber-only episodeIn this thought-provoking part II of Valerie's conversation with Greg Prince, they delve into the history itself and talk about the intriguing rise of Mormon fundamentalism in the mid-twentieth century, setting the stage for later conflicts in how to narrate the origin stories of the early Mormon people. Greg shares his personal journey and insights from his research, especially his experiences writing the biography of Leonard Arrington. Listeners are taken on a deep exploration of the intersection of faith, myth, and truth, and the psychological effects on members during a spiritual awakening as they navigate the complexities of historical fact versus traditional teachings. Tune in to engage with this balancing act of preserving faith while embracing honesty and our ongoing quest for healing within our LDS faith community.——————————————————————————————————————SUPPORT: Like what you're hearing at Latter Day Struggles Podcast? You can support Valerie's efforts by becoming a recurring donor on ⁠https://www.patreon.com/LatterDayStruggles!——————————————————————————————————————SUPPORT GROUPS: You are invited to join one of Valerie's space-limited ⁠⁠⁠Faith Crisis and Expansion Support and Processing Groups⁠⁠⁠⁠! As a trauma therapist, she continues to help our LDS faith expansion community become psychologically healthier and spiritually well in and around the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Details about availability on ⁠⁠⁠⁠latterdaystruggles.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. These groups ALWAYS FILL UP, so jump in asap!https://valeriehamaker.com/latter-day-struggles/support-groups/——————————————————————————————————————COURSES: Now available! “⁠⁠⁠⁠A Couple's Guide to Faith Crisis and Expansion⁠⁠⁠⁠” parts I and II. See what else is offered on ⁠⁠⁠latterdaystruggles.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://valeriehamaker.com/latter-day-struggles/course-library——————————————————————————————————————CONSULTING: Interested in doing individual or couples work with Valerie or a member of her trained team? Time-limited packages with Valerie and extended work with her team of coaches and therapiSUBSCRIBE TO FRIDAY EPISODES BETWEEN 5/31/24 and 6/27/24: Premium content episodes of Latter Day Struggles can be accessed through ⁠a paid subscription⁠. Enjoy your first month of Friday episodes at a reduced cost of $3 as a thank you for joining the Latter Day Struggles subscriber community! Sign up here!⁠ WEBINAR: “Accepting Stages of Faith Within A Marriage” Valerie will host a webinar class for individuals and couples seeking guidance on how to stay united during a faith expansion experience. Special question/answer session directly after the webinar. Wednesday July 10th 8:30 CST. Come ask Val your burning questions and be part of the conversation! ⁠ Sign up here!⁠ SUPPORT: Like what you're hearing at Latter Day Struggles Podcast? Make a one-time donation to ⁠her business Venmo account⁠ or become a recurring donor on Patreon⁠.⁠ CONSULTING: Interested in doing individual or couples work with Valerie or a member of her trained team? Time-limited packages with Valerie and extended work with her team of coaches and therapists are available ⁠...

Go To http://patreon.com/MormonRenegade368 For Exclusive Content   Today we are going to continue the series of exploring the branches of Mormon Fundamentalism series as we take a look at the True & Living Church of Jesus Christ Of The Last Days also called The TLC or the Harmston Group. Christopher Layton who is an Apostle of the TLC & I have a conversation about the group's founder Jim Harmston, Christophers conversion to the TLC, the history of the group from its inception to the present, some of the challenges they have faced and finish up by talking about some of the unique doctrines of the TLC. Now we may not agree with some of the doctrines but if we truly desire understanding we need to be able to explore beliefs even if we don't agree with them.    Go To deseretflag.com to get your Deseret Flag Today   https://tlcfaith.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Go To http://patreon.com/MormonRenegade368 For Exclusive Content   So today we are going to pick backup with the Exploring the Branches of Fundamentalism Series. Today on the podcast have Seth Laub. Seth is the grandson of the man who first received a call from the Lord to go back to Missouri and begin to establish a settlement of Mormon Fundamentalists. In this episode we cover the genesis of the move to Missouri, the hardships, struggles, and miracles that accompanied the move out there. From there we cover significant events that happened as what started off from a handful of family became to be a thriving community of Mormon Fundamentalists, we then finish up talking about how this group of fundamentalists ended up building a fundamentalist temple in rural Missouri. As you listen to this episode, I think you will be amazed at how similar of their experiences have been to the early days of the restoration.    Go To deseretflag.com to get your Deseret Flag Today --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Go To http://patreon.com/MormonRenegade368 For Exclusive Content   As a Mormon Fundamentalist who believes that we need to let our light shine as a people I always love to see when others get out front and start projects that look to make life richer for other fundamentalists. Today I have on a couple of men that are seeking to do just that. Greg Knight and Chad Hyde come on the podcast to talk about an ambitious plan to have a periodical both digitally and in print. During our conversation we cover each of their journeys into Mormon Fundamentalism, What was the motivation behind their plan for a Mormon Fundamentalist Magazine, What kind of content the magazine will have, and finally what their ultimate hope and goal is for themagazine. https://thefundamentalistonline.blogspot.com/  fundamentalistmag@gmail.com Go To deseretflag.com to get your Deseret Flag Today --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Go To http://patreon.com/MormonRenegade368 For Exclusive Content   When I was first exploring Mormon Fundamentalism, I found that the search was hard to find people and groups to talk to. It seemed to be just the nature of most fundamentalists to be kind of on the down low and that was for good reason based on all the persecution that the community had endured. I just remember being frustrated that there wasn't a place to go where I could and just read about the groups and their different ideas and history. Well today on the podcast I have on Michael & Nichole Sundals. They are spearheading a project that seeks to do just that through a new website they are building. We talk about their journey into Mormon Fundamentalism, how they felt inspired to do what they are engaged in, What the vision is for their project. We also then take a deep dive into what Michael & Nichole believe as far as doctrine and priesthood authority.      Go To deseretflag.com to get your Deseret Flag Today --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Go To http://patreon.com/MormonRenegade368 For Exclusive Content   Today we resume the exploring the branches of Mormon Fundamentalism series. On this episode I have Josh Thompson on the podcast as we have a conversation about the Apostolic United Brethren also called the AUB. Josh is the grandson on Rulon C. Allred and has been a member of the AUB his entire life. In our conversation we talk about the history of the group by discussing the Presidents of the AUB starting with Rulon C. Allred down to the present and exploring notable events that happened during their respective administrations. We then move on to talk about the culture of the AUB, where we discuss their various communities, activities, along with practices around courtship and marriage. We then finish up by having a conversation about doctrine's that are held by the AUB all the while taking time to discuss gospel principles.     GET YOUR DESERET FLAG HERE!!! https://shop.defendingutah.org/product/flag-of-deseret/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Go To http://patreon.com/MormonRenegade368 For Exclusive Content Today on the podcast we continue our series on getting to know all the branches of Mormon Fundamentalism. Today I have Jacob Vidrine on to talk about the LeBaron's. This will be a two-part episode. On this part one we talk a lot about some crucial history in the Nauvoo period that goes in depth on the Council of Fifty and its significance to the LeBaron's claims of authority. Next, we cover Benjamin F. Johnson and how his priesthood line was passed down to the LeBarons and finish up part one by talking about Alma Dayer LeBaron.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

So, I have to tell you I am super excited for theses next two episodes. This week and next week I will be releasing episodes about a man who in my estimation might be considered the godfather of 95% of Mormon Fundamentalism, Joseph W Musser. I have on Michael Ness who has done some amazing research and knows his stuff on Musser. On this part 1 on Musser, we discuss Musser's early life as a boy, including his interactions with pioneer era leaders of the LDS Church, the role and example his father played in his life, his entering into plural marriage post-manifesto, and his 1909 disciplinary council. Along the way in this conversation, you will become a witness through Musser of a time in the LDS Church where the fulness of the Gospel was trying to be lived while enemies of the fulness are applying pressure both within and without the LDS Church. As the events that would forever alter the course of the LDS Church are taking place Brother Musser is right in the middle of it all. On this episode not only will you come to a better understanding of Brother Musser but also the Mormon Fundamentalist Movement as a whole. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

I have noticed that history is way more cyclical than linear, especially when it comes to how we as people interact with God. We keep seeing things happen again and again. On this episode I have Lou on the podcast as we continue the series on Mormon Fundamentalism in Europe. Lou is a Mormon Fundamentalist who lives in the United Kingdom. I had two take aways from this episode. First, I think just like what happened in the early days of the Restoration God is inspiring people in Europe to wake up to the Fulness of the Restored Gospel which I think could lead to another wave of Mormons from overseas coming to the United States. Second when I hear everything Lou is doing, I realize what a slouch I was at his age.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dave-kirkenbower/support

Dr Cristina Rosetti grew up pretty uninterested in religion. Yet she converted both to the Pentecostal Church and then Catholicism, while finding great joy studying not just Mormonism but Mormon Fundamentalism as well. Find out more about her faith journey, starting with a born again faith crisis, and the Juanita Brooks Conference. Check out our conversation.... https://youtu.be/-9VvTH1tPFI transcript to follow Copyright © 2023 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission transcript to follow Copyright © 2023 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission

Calvin and I dissect the world of Mormon Fundamentalism, from mind control, decision coercion, EXTREME racist teachings from the early prophets and the secret sauce to creating the most controlling cults. Learn the good and bad of growing up with 4 mothers and 44 siblings in the same home, and how they redefined the meaning of monogamy in unexpected ways.Click here to watch the episode on YouTube(clickable chapter markers available on YouTube)The run down of FLDS doctrine when they split from mainstream MormonismWhat's the deal with the law of polygamy?Information control is the secret to a good cultThe split in FLDS: When Rulon Jeffs (Warren's dad) took overDifferences between his FLDS church & Warren's after the splitWhat it was like as a child in the FLDS with 44 siblings!The rules of priesthood advancementThe "straight and narrow path" of MormonismThe racist story of the pre-existenceINSANELY racist teachings!!!Programmed beliefs that affected his life when he was inThe scariest cults get you to do THIS...What it was like growing up with 44 siblingsHe felt he missed out on this with his siblingsSome kids don't even know which plural wife is their motherHas he formed close relationships since leaving?Relationship with dad?His father has cancer. How do the FLDS approach modern medicine?His college philosophy class that changed his worldExploring one's inner self and deeply held beliefsFind and support Calvin!Culturedpod.com IG: @calvinwaymanTikTok: @calvinwaymanSupport ShelisePatreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

From Struggling with Trauma to Finding Unconditional Love through Art: The Inspiring Journey of Artist Bo Bramwell     SUMMARY    Aaron Della Vedova welcomed Bo Bramwell to his tattoo shop a year and a half ago, and after only a week, the guest had the courage to follow his dreams and become a freelance artist. After a year and a half, Bo's art and career as a well-known  and respected artist exploded    Growing up in a Mormon Fundamentalist religion in Utah, Bo was raised in what he describes as a ‘conditional love' environment that suffocated his dreams, aspirations, and authentic self.  After leaving the church, he was abandoned by many of those who he believed loved him which led to feeling more alone and isolated than ever.  Addiction attempted suicide and eventually, an awakening is the core of this deep, rich conversation on this episode of Chats and Tatts.     TIMESTAMPS    0:02:16   Overcoming Trauma and Finding Art   0:04:16   Finding Self-Worth Through Art   0:07:37   Love and Religion   0:08:57   Reconnecting with a Father Figure    0:11:06   Unconditional Love and the Power of Intention in Relationships   0:13:37   Importance of Work-Life Balance   0:15:22   Balancing Art and Family Life   0:17:02   Breaking Point: Leaving the Mormon Church and Struggling with Addiction   0:20:47   Overcoming Mental Health Struggles and Trauma 0:24:00   Interview with Tattoo Artist: Exploring the Meaning Behind a 350-Hour Masterpiece   0:27:31  The Impact of Psychedelic Experiences on Artistic Expression   0:30:05   Healing Effects of Psychedelic Plant Medicine   0:33:03   Power of Gratitude and the Law of Attraction in Modern Art   0:40:19   Replacing Ego with Gratitude   0:41:47   New Neck Tattoo Design   0:44:45   Exploring Digital Art and Tour Posters   0:47:27   What's Next for Bo?   Quotes:    I got ‘Free' tattoo to represent freedom from the Mormon Church, from toxic relationships, from my old life.    I think one of the hardest things I've had to learn, and I'm learning every day, is replacing ego with gratitude.   I think if we can step into just being grateful for who we are and what we have, it opens us up to that connection. Because ego destroys connection.   It's really easy to look at someone on a corner and be like, fuck, that guy doesn't work. He's slob, he smells. But if that was your kid, what if that was you? It's so easy to judge. But I don't know, having the life I've had has given me a lot of perspectives, and I think it's the perspective that's important, that can help a lot of people. So that's what I'd like to do.   And for some reason I had this love for the homeless, right? And I painted a portrait of a homeless man with a crown on to represent the idea that we're all worthy regardless of our circumstances. And I looked at it and I just bawled my fucking eyes out for like 2 hours. I called my mom. I'm like, mom, I need to tell the stories of the homeless. Five years later, I ended up in a homeless shelter.  

For the first time on a podcast, scholar of Mormonism Cristina Rosetti discusses her Pentecostal background here on Mormon Book Reviews! Cristina shares her experience of converting to the Foursquare Church as a teenager. For a while she wanted to become the next Aimee Semple McPherson, the female founder of the denomination. Cristina recounts the fascinating history of McPherson and the church. She also describes witnessing speaking in tongues, healings, and an exorcism! We then discuss her "Born Again" conversion to the Catholic Faith. We then talk about how she got interested in Mormon Fundamentalism via her study of 19th Century communitarian religious groups. This led her to specialize in the Study of the History and Lived Experience of Mormon Fundamentalism. What makes Cristina's approach so unique is rather than focus on Polygamy, she became enamored with the doctrines of Fundamentalism. Especially Adam/God. Next week she and Moroni Lopez Jessop will be giving a special presentation at Sunstone, it is previewed here. I want to thank Cristina for coming on sharing with the audience some of her favorite books and telling her story.

Join Lindsay as she interviews Mormon Fundamentalist Moroni Jessop about the issue of race, priesthood restriction and prejudice within Mormon fundamentalism. Moroni discusses his own experiences being a POC within Mormonism, the history of the priesthood ban, and how DNA […]

Join Lindsay as she interviews Mormon Fundamentalist Moroni Jessop about the issue of race, priesthood restriction and prejudice within Mormon fundamentalism. Moroni discusses his own experiences being a POC within Mormonism, the history of the priesthood ban, and how DNA […]

So a few months back I was scrolling through my Facebook feed and I saw a post from someone that caught my eye. I clicked on the link and what I found was a post from a guy who is a Mormon Fundamentalist who was using was short Tik Tok videos to explain Mormon Fundamentalism as well as to push back against misunderstandings, and erroneous teachings about the Restored Gospel. Thant man name is Benjamin Winfield. On this episode Benjamin and I have a fascinating conversation. We talk about how he became a fundamentalist, how he found himself being the voice of Mormon Fundamentalism on Tik Tok, Some of his interactions with different people on the social media, and where he sees his presence on Tik Tok going in the future. Along the way we cover a few Gospel principles and even dive in on what we as Fundamentalists can do to reach out to folks not of our faith. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dave-kirkenbower/support

From Protesters to Priestcraft, Pages 173 to 182 of The Four Crafts of the Devils King To read along: https://at.tumblr.com/fundamentallymormon/from-protesters-to-priestcraft-pages-173-to-182/4kwykeb0de3 To Read the book online:  http://ogdenkraut.com/?page_id=112 Where did the priestcrafters of today come from? What happened to Christianity that it has veered so far off the path established by Christ? It is a story of intrigue and deception, sinister plotting, and covert operations–the equal of any motion picture production. John the Revelator saw the whole scenario long before it happened and tried to warn the people. He saw a great whore that sat upon many waters. She was the matriarch of all priestcraft, and her father was the devil. This great mistress roamed over the earth committing fornication with the kings of every nation. From these illegitimate alliances were spawned thousands of baby priestcrafters–all different, all raised in deception, and all becoming a disgrace before God. Many of these offspring were educated in excellent schools, trained by the most learned scholars, and graduated with honors. They were specialists in the knowledge of how to shear their sheep–learning that the more cunning they were in their craft, the richer they could become. To read more books on Restoration Theology: http://ogdenkraut.com/?page_id=30 Youtube: https://youtu.be/q4JTJTx7_f8

So I have a question….What happens when a Lutheran interested in Mormonism has a discussion with three Mormon fundamentalists? Well you are about to find out. A few months back I had a man named Billy reach out to me with some questions about Mormonism, Fundamentalism, and the LDS Church. Now one of the things I like about Billy is that he is an honest seeker. He wants to understand without playing “gottcha games”. Billy eventually had the idea of wanting to come on the podcast and ask some questions about Mormon Fundamentalism. Now because I like Billy I thought he deserves to talk to someone way smarter than a clown with a microphone so I reached out to two guys way smarter than me Michael Ness and Jacob Vidrine. So on this episode myself, Billy Michael and Jacob sit down and answer Billy's questions. We end up having a fascinating conversation and deep diving on some pretty interesting topics. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dave-kirkenbower/support

Cristina Rosetti completed her Ph.D. in religious studies at the University of California Riverside. She writes about Mormon fundamentalism.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Bryan, Lindsay and Cristina Rosetti discuss Netflix's new series Keep Sweet which tells the story of two sisters and their upbringing in the Flds. We go into the background of Mormon Fundamentalism and how it started to explain to listeners how stories like those featured in Keep Sweet, could have possibly happened.

In this episode, Bryan, Lindsay and Cristina Rosetti discuss Netflix’s new series Keep Sweet which tells the story of two sisters and their upbringing in the Flds. We go into the background of Mormon Fundamentalism and how it started to explain to listeners how stories like those featured in Keep Sweet, could have possibly happened.

Ok so I told you early on that that this podcast was a place for me to sit down with people I found really cool and interesting. Well this episode is like a dream come true for me. I had the opportunity to sit down with Cristina Rosetti. I am a huge fan of her work. She has spent her academic career studying Mormon Fundamentalism. Her work is respected by academics and Mormon Fundamentalists alike. Her work is both uncompromising and fair. In our conversation we cover how she became interested in Mormon Fundamentalism, how she gained access to so many fundamentalists, where she thinks Mormon fundamentalism is going, and her experiences working to pass the bill in Utah that would ultimately lead to the decriminalization of plural marriage. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dave-kirkenbower/support

Scriptural Mormonism Podcast Episode 14, cross-posted with permission. Robert Boylan interviews Brian Hales and Craig Foster about Mormon Fundamentalism and the Netflix show “Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey,” and specifically comparing FLDS to LDS, and Warren Jeffs to Joseph Smith. Also join us at the 2022 FAIR Conference where Craig Foster will speak on “Under […] The post Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey – Mormon Fundamentalism with Brian Hales and Craig Foster appeared first on FAIR.

Mormon Fundamentalist Benjamin Shaffer, who is also a Freemason, returns to Mormon Book Reviews to give his perspective of the Hulu series "Under the Banner of Heaven". On this special Aftershow which covers episode 5 titled "One Mighty and Strong" Benjamin gives his unique insights of the series. Did you know that Benjamin has participated in the "original" and "modern" Mormon Temple Endowment ceremonies? He also has performed the Masonic Temple Rituals as well! Benjamin actually really appreciated how respectful the Temple Endowment was portrayed in episode 3. He explains why on today's program. It was so cool to have back on Rebecca Bibliotheca as a co-host. I found it fascinating to have a Post-Mormon and a Fundamentalist interacting with each other. Benjamin was able to give some much needed clarification to how Mormon Fundamentalism has been portrayed on the program. I want to thank him for coming on!PayPalPatreonChannel Merch StoreLink to Christ's Church website

On this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Sean Anderson & Michael Ness. This is an epic conversation. Not only do we cover Sean's journey into Mormon Fundamentalism but we go into depth on the Council of Fifty. We cover what the council was, what its purpose was and dispel some common misconceptions about the council. Finally we debunk a new idea gaining ground with young Mormons that the Law of Consecration & United Order is simply socialism with a religious bent. We do this by digging into the scriptures and seeing what the Lord has to say about the Law of Consecration and United Order then we do an A-B comparison of Law Of Consecration vs. Socialism. Buckle up for an epic conversation on this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dave-kirkenbower/support

Do you know there are at least 30,000 people in Utah and surrounding states practicing Mormon Fundamentalism (polygamy), right now? Doris Hanson was raised in a polygamous group and escaped. Years later, she became a Christian and created Shield and Refuge ministry to reach out to those still trapped in the bondage of polygamy--a brutal way of life, not at all as portrayed in "Big Love" or "Sister Wives." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode I bring on Ben Shaffer and Felipe to review the book and television series Under The Banner of Heaven. Ben is a person well respected in fundamentalist circles and has been on a number of podcasts and is the go to guy for those outside of Mormon Fundamentalism who want to gain a better understanding of early Mormon Doctrine. On top of that Ben shares some very personal experiences he had with topics that parallel those found in Under The Banner Of Heaven. Not only do we breakdown Under the Banner Of Heaven but also dive into the subjects of Personal Moral Agency, Blood Atonement, and the Oath of Vengeance. https://juvenileinstructor.org/i-was-raised-flds-banner-isnt-my-story-but-it-changed-my-communitys-lives/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dave-kirkenbower/support

On the latest episode of Mormon Book Reviews Steven Pynakker has a delightful conversation with Anne Wilde. Anne is a widowed plural wife of Mormon Fundamentalist writer Ogden Kraut, one of the most important and influential polygamists of the 20th century. In the interview we discuss her role during the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Olympics of informing the world press about the modern practice of plural marriage. We also discuss the friendship that they had with Jerald and Sandra Tanner. Anne helped edit 65 of Ogden's books and worked at Benchmark Books. She talks about the legacy of Curt Bench and how decent of a man he was. We also discuss her book "Voices in Harmony: Contemporary Women Celebrate Plural Marriage" as well as "In Sacred Loneliness: The Plural Wives of Joseph Smith by Todd Compton. Many people outside Mormon Fundamentalism don't realize the important role Ogden played in developing and defending Fundamentalist doctrine. I want to thank Anne for coming on to discuss his legacy and her's as well.PatreonVoices in HarmonySacred Loneliness

In our ongoing conversation Evangelical Steven Pynakker finally gets to ask all of his questions on his list to the Fundamentalist Intellectual Benjamin Shaffer! In this "rapid fire" round of questioning many topics are covered including the "Godmakers" cartoon, "Mormon Prophet" Art Bulla, gay marriage, abortion, the role of women in Christ's Church, the Word of Wisdom, the Sabbath, the End of Days, the Lafferty Brothers, the show "Big Love", the 2nd Anointing, BOM Geography, the Seer Stone, the evolution/creation controversy, would he run for political office, how many wives he has, and much more! I really enjoyed my conversations with Benjamin and many members of Christ's Church. I know that these dialogues have opened many LDS and Christians eyes to a perspective of Mormon Fundamentalism that is rarely heard.Link to Godmakers cartoon

I spent a day with Calvin Wayman, an Ex-cult member, to learn the truth about growing up in such a restrictive environment and how he ultimately escaped Mormon Fundamentalism.  Sponsors ▸Go to http://betterhelp.com/padilla to get 10% off your first month! ▸Visit http://joinhoney.com/PADILLA to get Honey for FREE  

I spent a day with Calvin Wayman, an Ex-cult member, to learn the truth about growing up in such a restrictive environment and how he ultimately escaped Mormon Fundamentalism.  Sponsors ▸Go to http://betterhelp.com/padilla to get 10% off your first month! ▸Visit http://joinhoney.com/PADILLA to get Honey for FREE  

In this week’s episode our Freakz kick us off with an Australian soldier with a fun accent, it’s LIONEL MATTHEWS. From there we head on over to EXECUTION BY FIRING SQUAD, not so glamorous. Did you know that the last person executed by firing squad in the USA was RONNIE LEE GARDNER in 2010? Good grief and it was his choice because he wanted to commit BLOOD ATONEMENT. Blood atonement?! That sounds crazy, and guess what? It is a doctrine of MORMON FUNDAMENTALISM! And how do Mormon Fundamentalists meet these days? Why with the hashtag #DEZNAT. Sounds extreme! But don’t worry there’s a place for the more vanilla Mormon community too and that place is their popular blog BY COMMON CONSENT, which is just one facet of the lively MORMON BLOGGERNACLE. Us Freakz are learning about the internet today and you will too! Follow WikiFreakz IG and Twitter @wikifreakzz Follow Jill Weiner on IG and Twitter @jill_lives www.jilllives.com Venmo @jill-weiner-1 Follow Connor Creagan on IG and Twitter @connorcreagan www.connorcreagan.info Venmo @connor-creagan

IMPORTANCE OF CORRECT UNDERSTANDING, Chapter 5 of Kingdom of GodVolume 3 http://ogdenkraut.com/?page_id=141 Pages 49-64  If the deceived religionists, who think the Church is the Kingdom of God, were right, and there is not going to be any supernatural and all-powerful world government which is the Kingdom of God, then humanity is utterly without hope. all human life is in danger of extinction. (“What Do You Mean–Kingdom of God?,” Herbert W. Armstrong, p. 26)   No doctrine of the Bible, however important, but has been perverted and abused by men, and has been allied with error and even extravagance. The doctrine of the Kingdom has not escaped the withering touch of depravity. (Theocratic Kingdom, Rev. George Peters, vol. 1, p. 645)   The Four Gospels mention the word “kingdom” 320 times. With all these references Jesus made about the Kingdom of God, did His listeners really understand what He was talking about? Has Christianity preserved for us the nature, the laws or even the definition of what the Kingdom was?   It takes only a few years for word meanings to evolve and a few more years for language itself to change. After 2000 years of biased translators, ignorant transcribers, uninspired monks and priests, and corrupt political leaders, confusion and half-truths remain.

Dr. Cristina Rosetti completed her Ph.D., in religious studies at the University of California Riverside. She writes about Mormon fundamentalism. Follow her work on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/CristinaMartaR  

Cristina Rosetti, PhD one of the few non-LDS Mormon scholars, talks about her experience and research with polygamy and Mormon Fundamentalists. Cristina also testified in the Utah State Senate and House advocating for Utah SB 102. -  How long did polygamy continue after 1890? - What are some core doctrinal differences from the LDS Church? -  Are there polygamous women who are feminists? -  Polygamy in Utah is now effectively decriminalized, why?   www.cwicmedia.com 

   THE EXCOMMUNICATION OF JESUS CHRIST AND HIS BELIEVERS, Chapter 12 of The Church and The Priesthood by Ogden Kraut  http://ogdenkraut.com/?page_id=101 When Jacob gathered his 12 sons together to give them their patriarchal blessings, he prophesied what would happen to their descendants down to the last days. In the blessing for Judah and his tribe, he declared, “The sceptre shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh (the Savior) come; . . . (Gen. 49:10)   To Moses was given the task of giving the Priesthood (sceptre) and its higher laws, but the people did not qualify. So Moses established a church with the Aaronic Priesthood and its lesser laws. The Jews (descendants of Judah) maintained both the Priesthood, its principles, ordinances and church down to the time that the Savior (Shiloh) came to earth.   Jesus was born and raised in this church and soon became a full-fledged Rabbi with all their rights and privileges of teaching the Gospel. Jesus, however, was blessed with such wisdom and understanding that even at age 12 He confounded the wisest of the Pharisees on Priesthood issues.   When He began to teach the laws of the higher Priesthood, he was rejected and “cast out” of the synagogues. This story of Christ’s rejection is told in the King James version of the Bible, but it is told better in some of the other versions.  

  In simple terms, communication includes a connecting, sympathetic relationship, while excommunication involves a disconnection or exclusion. In a Latter-day Saint context, some have thought that excommunication results in some terrible curse or judgment that befalls those cut off from the Church. However, when someone is excommunicated for a gross sin, that person has already incurred a severe judgment, for he has already lost his Priesthood because of his actions, and his excommunication has nothing to do with that loss.   Most churches, notably Christian and Jewish, have a ceremonial program for the punishment of their members. The type of punishment depends on the seriousness of the sin. When greater offenses have been committed, individuals are removed from the general membership of the church. Thus, they are “excommunicated,” “cast out” or “cut off.” Just as a man might have an arm or leg cut off or separated from the body, so is a member separated from the body of the church.   Cutting off. In the Old Testament a penalty or form of punishment used primarily, though not exclusively, for various offenses against the ceremonial laws. The agent of the “cutting off” was either God or the community. (Wycliffe Bible Dictionary, p. 412)

TWENTY PRIESTHOOD LAWS AND EVIDENCES, Ch8 P5 of The Church and the Priesthood by Ogden Kraut   Kings and Queens The Bible mentions the word kings over and over again. For example, God told Father Abraham that he would be the father of kings. (Gen. 17:6) The kings that God speaks of are not necessarily the kings of the world, but rather those like king David, Solomon and even the King of kings, Jesus Christ. Even Jesus ordained some of His disciples “Kings and priests unto God.” (Rev. 1:6) From this we learn that kings and priests are Priesthood titles and offices.   Such kings, ordained by the Lord, were not overlooked by Joseph Smith; after all, the Kingdom of God and the keys of the Kingdom were also given to him. Men with these titles are given responsibilities to function in both the religious and political realms of God’s kingdom. The Prophet Joseph explained:   Those holding the fulness of the Melchizedek Priesthood are kings and priests of the Most High God, holding the keys of power and blessings. (TPJS, p. 322)

DETECTING TRUE AND FALSE PROPHETS, Chapter 4 of The Church and the Priesthood by Ogden Kraut   The world always mistook false prophets for true ones, and those that were sent of God, they considered to be false prophets, . . . (TPJS, p. 206)   The Old Testament records that the Lord has frequently sent prophets to help guide the people back into His presence. But unfortunately, many prophets came that the Lord did not send, and utter confusion about true and false prophets has continued ever since. The Prophet Joseph clearly explained that, “The world always mistook false prophets for true ones, and those that were sent of God, they considered to be false prophets.” (TPJS, p. 206) So it is critical for us to learn to determine the difference. This chapter will discuss the distinguishing characteristics of both false and true prophets.   Detecting False Prophets   One of the keys in detecting false prophets lies in the nature of their appearance. They do not have an appearance of their own; rather, they try to copy-cat the true prophets. Jesus gave us this warning sign:   Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. (Matt. 7:15) http://www.fundamentallymormon.com/2019/12/detecting-true-and-false-prophets.html?m=1

Cristina Rosetti is a Roman Catholic woman and scholar who is interested in Mormon Fundamentalism. She joins me to discuss her own religious and spiritual path.  Oddly her inquiry into Mormon Fundamentalism comes out of an interest in how certainty shapes and creates religious identities.   Her scholarship in Mormonism was initially a way of helping her understand the relationship between faith and doubt, certainty and uncertainty But, her questions of faith drew her into the world Mormon Fundamentalism and the way in which Mormonism has unfolded as highly schismatic and overly concerned with truth claims and authority.

  The Pre-Existence An individual’s right to bear the Priesthood in this life was determined by experiences that occurred in the Pre-Existence. According to Joseph Smith: Every man who has a calling to minister to the inhabitants of the world was ordained to that very purpose in the Grand Council of heaven before this world was. I suppose I was ordained to this very office in that Grand Council. (TPJS, p. 365) God told Abraham that he was among those that were appointed to be rulers and that he was “chosen before thou wast born.” (Abraham 3:23) Other spirits were given certain appointments, gifts and callings, but not necessarily pertaining to the Priesthood, as they did not qualify there, neither do they qualify here. And even among those who were given that responsibility, only a relatively few prove faithful and truly magnify that Priesthood. The expression is often heard that all people are “created equal”, but they are not born equal. There is no equality in our environment, intellect, attitudes, behaviors, looks, likes and dislikes, fingerprints, or voice; indeed, the very character of every person is unique. Belief in a pre-existent state is the only [199] justifiable explanation for mortals to be born under such unequal and unfair conditions.  

Mormonism. BIG topic today! Oh my HECK! We talk today about the history of Mormonism - a religion born in America. We'll go over the life of its founder Joseph Smith and investigate his claims of revelations. We'll look into the beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We go over the church's polygamist past and also examine how polygamy continues in fundamentalist derivatives of Mormonism, such as the FLDS, lead by imprisoned pedophile, Warren Jeffs. We get interesting and controversial, today, on Timesuck. Donating $3000 this month to the nonprofit - Youth on Record. Helping at-risk youth graduate and build careers in the arts. To learn more or donate yourself, go to https://www.youthonrecord.org/ Happy Murder Tour Standup dates: (full calendar at http://dancummins.tv) September 19-21 Phoenix Copper Blues Live CLICK HERE for tix! *** LIVE ANT HILL KIDS TIMESUCK *** September 21st at Copper Blues Live CLICK HERE for tix September 26-28 Indianapolis Helium Comedy Club CLICK HERE for tix! October 9th West Palm Beach, FL The Improv Comedy Club CLICK HERE for tix! October 10-13 Tampa, FL Sidesplitter's Comedy Club CLICK HERE for tix! October 18 Detroit/Pontiac, MI The Crofoot Standup Special Taping CLICK HERE for tix! October 19 Minneapolis, MN 10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival CLICK HERE for tix! Listen to the best of my standup on Spotify! (for free!) https://spoti.fi/2Dyy41d Timesuck is brought to you by the following sponsors: Scared to Death! First two episodes come out on September 17th at Midnight. Subscribe!!!! Go to FelixGrayGlasses.com/timesuck 4 free shipping & 30 days of risk-free returns/ exchanges The Great Courses Plus!Get a full month FREE when you go to thegreatcoursesplus.com/TIMESUCK Watch the Suck on Youtube: https://youtu.be/R1K8qyI0L8k Merch  - https://badmagicmerch.com/ Want to try out Discord!?! https://discord.gg/tqzH89v Want to join the Cult of the Curious private Facebook Group? Here it is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultofthecurious/ For all merch related questions: https://badmagicmerch.com/pages/contact Please rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcast Wanna become a Space Lizard? We're over 5000 strong! Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast  Sign up through Patreon and for $5 a month you get to listen to the Secret Suck, which will drop Thursdays at Noon, PST. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch. You get to vote on two Monday topics each month via the app. And you get the download link for my new comedy album, Feel the Heat. Check the Patreon posts to find out how to download the new album and take advantage of other benefits.

  Join Lindsay as she interviews two Mormon fundamentalists from Christ's Church, about the history of the temple as it relates to Mormon Fundamentalism. Links mentioned in this podcast: Ben's blogwww.ChristsChurchTheBranch.orgBen's Law Firm Ben's prior podcast episode on Year of […]

  Join Lindsay as she interviews two Mormon fundamentalists from Christ’s Church, about the history of the temple as it relates to Mormon Fundamentalism. Links mentioned in this podcast: Ben’s blogwww.ChristsChurchTheBranch.orgBen’s Law Firm Ben’s prior podcast episode on Year of Polygamy Samy Galvez’s The Queer Christ  

Join Lindsay as she interviews two Mormon fundamentalists from Christ's Church, about the history of the temple as it relates to Mormon Fundamentalism.

Join Lindsay as she interviews two Mormon fundamentalists from Christ’s Church, about the history of the temple as it relates to Mormon Fundamentalism.

Guest: April Weidow; Topic: Her Story in Mormon Fundamentalism, Part 1

Join Lindsay as she and scholar Cristina Rosetti discuss the second part of when Mormon Fundamentalism goes wrong, including the stories of Arvin Shreeve, the Lafferty brothers, and Knights of the Crystal Blade. Part one can be found here.   […]

Join Lindsay as she and scholar Cristina Rosetti discuss the second part of when Mormon Fundamentalism goes wrong, including the stories of Arvin Shreeve, the Lafferty brothers, and Knights of the Crystal Blade. Part one can be found here.   Links and reading mentioned in this podcast: Newsweek article on Arvin Shreeve Deseret News reports […]

TESTAMENTS AND TESTATORS, Part 2 of  Chapter 4 of BLOOD ATONEMENT by OGDEN KRAUT       If Adam would have been mortal as other humans, he could and should have atoned for his transgression as other men. If he sinned as other men, then his sin would have been his own, but it fell upon every one of his children. But Adam could not atone for that transgression with his own blood; therefore, Christ had to atone for it and became God, the Redeemer. It took the blood of a God to atone for the transgression of a God. The Gospel “covenant” was established by Adam, but it did not become fully in force until the blood of Christ was spilled. Whereupon neither the first testament was dedicated without blood. For when Moses had spoken every precept to all the people according to the law, he took the blood of calves and of goats, with water, and scarlet wool, and hyssop, and sprinkled both the book, and all the people, saying, This is the blood of the testament which God hath enjoined unto you. (Heb. 9:18-20) Christ sealed up both the New and the Old Testaments by the shedding of his blood. Paul wrote: And for this cause he is the mediator of the new testament, that by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament, they which are called might receive the promise of eternal inheritance. For where a testament is, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator. For a testament is of force after men are dead; otherwise, it is of no strength at all while the testator liveth. (Heb. 9:15-18)

Judas Iscariot by Ogden Kraut 1980 PREFACE Judas Iscariot left one of the most significant, if not notorious, names ever known among men. His was not only a famous name, but a name that carried a meaning. To the generations that have followed, his name has been spoken of with contempt; it is used as an adjective to describe treason, treachery, or betrayal. From among the ranks of the humble and meek, he rose to the exalted position of apostle to the promised Messiah. Yet, from such an aspiring height, he fell to become the most despicable and despised man among the Christian people. Throughout the scriptures wherever the name “Judas” appears, the word “betrayer” almost always accompanies it. And to this day the name of “Judas” is applied more to describe a traitor or betrayer than it does to the man known as Judas Iscariot. The life of Judas is of historical significance, as well as a most interesting and important study. The example of his life and the attributes of his character are an important study for all who would understand the nature of the controversy between Christ and the devil. As the seeds of a righteous faith grow into positive works of righteous action–so, too, the seeds of evil spring forth into the weeds of wickedness. When men choose to reject the light of truth, they must stumble and fall into the pitfall of darkness. Such occurred in the life of the Apostle Judas Iscariot. The biography of his life stands as a firm warning to all who would undertake to live a Godly life, lest they, too, should stumble and become subjected to the spirit and powers that drove Judas to destruction.

THE FUNDAMENTALIST MORMON                                    presented at                             The Sunstone Symposium                                  August 1989 by Ogden Kraut   [1]                       THE FUNDAMENTALIST MORMON In order to briefly cover the broad spectrum of Mormon Fundamentalism, this paper is divided into three main areas: (1) The Early History, (2) The Doctrinal Differences, and (3) The Fundamentalist People. The Early History   The Prophet Joseph Smith was the first Fundamentalist Mormon in this dispensation, simply because he was the first to teach, advocate and practice the fundamental principles of the Gospel. However, those who advocate these original doctrines today are called Fundamentalists and are considered as outsiders from the main body of the LDS Church.

The United Order When the LDS Church was less than a year old, the Lord directed the Saints to “let every man esteem his brother as himself” because “if ye are not one, ye are not mine.” (D & C 38:24, 27) In 1832 the Lord revealed additional information on the “permanent and everlasting” nature of the United Order: That you may be equal in the bonds of heavenly things, yea, and earthly things also, for the obtaining of heavenly things. For if ye are not equal in earthly things ye cannot be equal in obtaining heavenly things. (D & C 78:5-6) This doctrine and practice of the United Order is eternal. Contrary to popular opinion, it has never been done away. It is the only law which abolishes the social evils that accompany inequality. Three years before Brigham Young died, the Lord was still commanding the Saints to organize themselves into the United Order: [9]Thus saith the Lord unto my servant Brigham, Call ye, call ye, upon the inhabitants of Zion, to organize themselves in the Order of Enoch, in the New and Everlasting Covenant, according to the Order of Heaven, for the furtherance of my kingdom upon the earth, for the perfecting of the Saints, for the salvation of the living and the dead. You can accommodate yourselves by calling this a new revelation, if you choose; it is no new revelation, but it is the express word and will of God to this people. (JD 17:154, Aug. 1874)

These excerpts are taken from a little publication foretelling the future of America, published in 1853 under the title of “The Coming Crisis.” Although no author’s name was given at the time, it is attributed to Parley P. Pratt. This message should be studied more now than ever before. A great and awful crisis is at hand—such a crisis was never known before since the foundation of the world. All nations are looking through the misty future, in order to decry, if possible, what is about to happen. Many sermons have been preached, many speeches have been made, and some pamphlets have been published, with the hope of lifting up the veil of the future. * * * I say again, that God the Highest of all will make bare His arm in the eyes of all nations. And the heavens even will be rent, and the lighting down of His power will be felt by all nations. * * * Whatever exalts and opposes itself to God, that is anti-Christ, whether it is a civil or religious power. But the most formidable power that will be arrayed against Christ and his Saints in the last days, will consist in the Revelations of Satan. These revelations of Satan will come through every medium and channel by which the cunning and power of Satan can be brought to bear against the Saints and their Lord. It is a great mistake to suppose that Satan is altogether a religious personage. No, far from this. He is a politician, a philosopher, an erudite scholar, a linguist, a metaphysician, a military commander, a prince, a god, a necromancer, an enchant-[28]er, a diviner, a magician, a sorcerer, a prophet, and (if it were not railing) a clergyman and liar from the beginning. With these universal endowments, he has never hitherto made a full and grand exhibition of himself, as it remains for him to do. 

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Join Lindsay as she tells the dark tale of Mormon Fundamentalism at its most deadly. This is the story of the LeBaron Family and the Mormon prophet that murdered his own brother and daughter. Links and text mentioned and read […]

Join Lindsay as she tells the dark tale of Mormon Fundamentalism at its most deadly. This is the story of the LeBaron Family and the Mormon prophet that murdered his own brother and daughter. Links and text mentioned and read in this podcast: Prophet of Blood, the Untold Story of Ervil LeBaron and the Lambs […]

Join Lindsay as she interviews Brian Hales, author of  Modern Polygamy: The Generations After the Manifesto about his views on the beginnings of the different Mormon Fundamentalist groups. Links and text mentioned and read in this podcast: Brian Hales’ fundamentalist site Brian Hales’ Joseph Smith polygamy site Brian Hales’ site containing Mormon documents (a must […]

  Join Lindsay as she interviews Mithryn about the genesis of contemporary Mormon Fundamentalism, the 1886 revelation, and his experiences with fundamentalists.   Links and text mentioned and read in this podcast:   The 1886 Revelation (wiki) The 1886 Revelation (Brian Hales) Text of the 1886 Revelation Mithryn’s polygamy timeline Mithryn’s site: Exploring Mormonism

Join Lindsay as she discusses John W. Woolley, the “Father of Mormon Fundamentalism.” Links and text mentioned and read in this podcast: Brian Hales’ work on John W. Woolley Woolley’s wikipedia  

I had the privilege of speaking with Brian Hales about his upcoming three-volume history of Joseph Smith's Polygamy, published by Greg Kofford Books. Brian is a practicing anesthesiologist, author and scholar of Mormon History, with emphasis on Mormon Fundamentalism and Plural Marriage. He is also an active, faithful Latter-Day Saint. In this interview, Brian discusses his research of the historical context, circumstances, and theology that gave rise to Joseph Smith's secret practice of polygamy in the Kirtland and Nauvoo periods. We talk about specific cases and incidents, including Fanny Alger, polyandry, Helen Mar Kimball, Emma Smith's struggle with the Principle, as well as Brian's perspective as a faithful Latter-Day Saint who embraces the theological necessity for the Mormon doctrine of Plural Marriage.

I had the privilege of speaking with Brian Hales about his upcoming three-volume history of Joseph Smith's Polygamy, published by Greg Kofford Books. Brian is a practicing anesthesiologist, author and scholar of Mormon History, with emphasis on Mormon Fundamentalism and Plural Marriage. He is also an active, faithful Latter-Day Saint. In this interview, Brian discusses his research of the historical context, circumstances, and theology that gave rise to Joseph Smith's secret practice of polygamy in the Kirtland and Nauvoo periods. We talk about specific cases and incidents, including Fanny Alger, polyandry, Helen Mar Kimball, Emma Smith's struggle with the Principle, as well as Brian's perspective as a faithful Latter-Day Saint who embraces the theological necessity for the Mormon doctrine of Plural Marriage.

In part 1 of a 4 part series with LDS Anthropologist Daymon Smith, we discuss the U.S. government's prosecution of the LDS church for polygamy in the late 1800s, post-manifesto polygamy and the rise of Mormon Fundamentalism.

In part 5 of a 5 part series, Anne B. Wilde (Independent Mormon Fundamentalist and polygamist) discusses her Mormon Fundamentalist beliefs in depth, talks abou the future of Mormon Fundamentalism, and concludes by sharing her testimony with us.

In part 2 of a 5 part series, Anne B. Wilde (Independent Mormon Fundamentalist and polygamist) discusses the rise of Mormon Fundamentalism after the LDS Church decided to stop teaching plural marriage as an official church doctrine. She also discusses the schism within Mormon Fundamentalism, resulting in the various sects that exist today, in the 21st century.

In part 2 of a 5 part series, Anne B. Wilde (Independent Mormon Fundamentalist and polygamist) discusses the rise of Mormon Fundamentalism after the LDS Church decided to stop teaching plural marriage as an official church doctrine. She also discusses the schism within Mormon Fundamentalism, resulting in the various sects that exist today, in the 21st century.

In part 2 of a 5 part series, Anne B. Wilde (Independent Mormon Fundamentalist and polygamist) discusses the rise of Mormon Fundamentalism after the LDS Church decided to stop teaching plural marriage as an official church doctrine. She also discusses the schism within Mormon Fundamentalism, resulting in the various sects that exist today, in the 21st century.

In part 5 of a 5 part series, Anne B. Wilde (Independent Mormon Fundamentalist and polygamist) discusses her Mormon Fundamentalist beliefs in depth, talks abou the future of Mormon Fundamentalism, and concludes by sharing her testimony with us.

In part 5 of a 5 part series, Anne B. Wilde (Independent Mormon Fundamentalist and polygamist) discusses her Mormon Fundamentalist beliefs in depth, talks abou the future of Mormon Fundamentalism, and concludes by sharing her testimony with us.