No-nonsense insight for business folks! Whether you're contemplating starting a business, you're new to business, or you're a pro who is dealing with unresolved challenges, this is the place for you. You'll get actionable ideas, insights, and the motivation to grow your business, as you've always hoped to. Your host, Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor brings down-to-earth talk, conversation with thought-leaders, and much more. The key to your success lies in the untapped potential of you a ...
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Join AI podcast hosts: Paul Carter and Meg Jensen in an AI-generated podcast exploring the history, beliefs, and culture of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We balance facts and faith as you search for truth. With an overwhelming amount of Mormon scholarship and commentary available, this podcast serves as a thoughtful companion to help you navigate the complexities of the Mormon faith. Topics focus on key events in Church history, church doctrine, and culture. Each episode i ...
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Igniting the Workforce: How Motivation Drives Engagement and Commitment
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12:50Is your team thriving or merely surviving? Discover how intrinsic motivation can transform your workplace engagement and commitment. Join Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor, as he explores what truly drives success in business. 🚀 #Motivation #EmployeeEngagementBy Ed Drozda
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Unlocking Potential: The Manager as a Catalyst for Growth
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10:55Transform your managerial role with key coaching skills! 🚀 Learn why humility and listening are essential for employee engagement and loyalty. Tune in with Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor. #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipTipsBy Ed Drozda
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Leading with Heart: The Key to Business Growth and Fulfillment
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29:35New Episode Alert! Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor, sits down with Randy Lyman, author of The Third Element, to discuss the power of vulnerability in business. Learn how genuine leadership and embracing your authentic self can lead to unparalleled success. Tune in! #Podcast #BusinessGrowthBy Ed Drozda
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From Pools to Possibilities: Dallin Huso's Entrepreneurial Journey
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28:01What does it take to be a successful young entrepreneur? In this episode, I chat with Dallin Huso of Flamingo Pools and Elevate Home Services Coaching, about making bold decisions and achieving business freedom. Don't miss out on his incredible tips and story! #Inspiration #BusinessTipsBy Ed Drozda
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Marketing Essentials with Reed Hansen: AI, Automation, and Affordability
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26:34Is your small business ready to thrive? 🌟 Tune into this week's episode of The Water Trough with guest Reed Hansen of Market Surge. We discuss smart marketing strategies, from retargeting to AI integration. Learn how to make data work for you! 🎧 #SmallBusinessSuccessBy Ed Drozda
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The Cost of Incivility and The Power of Respect
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10:04In a world where civility seems lost, it's more crucial than ever to foster respect in the workplace. Discover why civility is essential for success in our latest episode! 🎙️ #WorkplaceWellness #CivilityMattersBy Ed Drozda
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Reigniting Curiosity: Gramps Jeffrey on Business and Life
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25:14Curiosity isn't just for kids! In our new episode, Gramps Jeffrey of babyboomer.org and I explore how staying curious fuels business success and personal growth at any age. Don't miss this inspiring conversation! 🔍 #SmallBusiness #Curiosity #GrampsJeffreyBy Ed Drozda
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Trademark Insights: Safeguarding Small Business Brands
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28:42Ever wondered about the power of your brand? Join Ed Drozda and Richard Rimer of the Initiating Protection Law Group as they dive into the world of brand protection for small businesses. Don’t let 'I didn't know' hold you back from success. Tune in for insights! #BrandProtection #SmallBusinessBy Ed Drozda
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SWOT Analysis: Strategic Planning for Small Business Success
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10:43Unleash your small business's potential with the right tools! Listen to Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor explain how SWOT Analysis can be an invaluable asset in strategic planning. #SWOT #BusinessTips #PodcastBy Ed Drozda
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Understanding Influence: From External Stimuli to Internal Drive
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11:06New Episode Alert! Join Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor, as we delve into how external influences can ignite your internal drive. Don't let influence lead you astray; harness it to propel your business forward. #Influence #EntrepreneurshipBy Ed Drozda
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Beyond Execution: Embracing Creativity in Business
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8:40Is the key to success in business creativity or execution? Join us on The Water Trough as Ed Drozda explores the power of creativity in business and why sometimes it's okay to just be the idea generator. #SmallBusiness #CreativityBy Ed Drozda
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Trailer | Church Deep Dives + AI Notebooks + My Story
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1:44Send us a text! Smart notebooks and pithy podcasts - that's what I wished I had when I started my deep dive into the Church. Study Faith With AI invites you to think critically using diverse sources and your own judgment. Whether strengthening testimony, working through doubts, or helping others navigate faith, these tools meet you wherever you are…
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Awareness: A Key to Thriving in Chaotic Times
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12:06In chaotic times, awareness is key. In the latest episode of "Awareness: A Key to Thriving in Chaotic Times," Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor, shares crucial insights on leading with understanding and empathy. Dive in for strategies that can stabilize and strengthen your business. #Leadership #SmallBusiness…
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Secrets of Selling: Is Your Small Business Ready for M&A?
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29:30Meet Paul Cronin, a seasoned Mergers and Acquisitions expert, as he shares insights with Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor on turning your small business into a sellable asset. Discover the secrets behind the art of business transitions! #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurshipBy Ed Drozda
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S11 E18 Examining LDS Church Membership Councils
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27:28Send us a text! Episode 18 of Apostates explores Church membership councils in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, examining their stated purposes, procedures, and recent terminology changes. We discuss when councils are mandatory versus discretionary, the four possible outcomes, and the appeals process. We also address significant cri…
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Send us a text! Episode 20 of Apostates explores why some Latter-day Saints choose to stay in the Church despite significant challenges to their traditional beliefs. We examine the complex reasons people remain connected—from identity and family bonds to community and spiritual nourishment—even when facing difficult church history, doctrinal concer…
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Send us a text! Episode 19 of Apostates explores whether excommunication effectively serves the LDS Church's goals by examining Margaret Tuscano's insights from Gospel Tangents. We analyze how church discipline impacts movements like September Six, Ordain Women, and Mormons for ERA, questioning whether silencing prominent voices truly stops dissent…
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S11 E17 Deep Dive into the LDS Faith Crisis Among General Members
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31:08Send us a text! Episode 17 of Apostates explores the widespread phenomenon of LDS faith crises affecting dedicated church members across all demographics. We examine how easy internet access to uncorrelated church history creates intense spiritual distress when traditional narratives clash with historical facts. We discuss the emotional toll, relat…
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Send us a text! Episode 13 of Apostates explores the complex world of groups that trace their origins to Joseph Smith but diverged from the mainstream LDS Church. From the liberal Community of Christ to fundamentalist polygamous sects like the FLDS, we examine how different interpretations of prophecy, scripture, and apostasy created hundreds of di…
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S11 E7 Why Did Emma Smith Stay in Nauvoo?
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16:39Send us a text! Episode 7 of Apostates explores the complex reasons why Emma Hale Smith chose to remain in Nauvoo, Illinois after Joseph Smith's death instead of traveling west with Brigham Young and the main body of Saints. We examine her incredible resilience through years of persecution and loss, her fundamental opposition to plural marriage, th…
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S11 E11 Sidney Rigdon: Doctrinal Leader to Defector
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19:11Send us a text! Episode 11 of Apostates explores the remarkable story of Sidney Rigdon, Joseph Smith's first counselor and early partner in leading the Latter-day Saint movement. From his beginnings as a Baptist preacher to his crucial role in establishing early Mormon doctrine and organization, we examine how Rigdon's influence shaped the Church's…
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S11 E16 Excommunication of Influencers: Disciplining Digital Dissenters
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26:40Send us a text! Episode 16 of Apostates examines the disciplinary actions taken by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints against prominent online voices including John Dehlin, Jeremy Runnells, Bill Reel, and Nemo the Mormon. We explore how the internet age has created new challenges for institutional control, analyzing the tension between…
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S11 E15 Excommunication of Activists: The Price of Public Protest
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20:00Send us a text! Episode 15 of Apostates explores three prominent LDS activists who challenged Church policies: Sonia Johnson (Equal Rights Amendment), Kate Kelly (women's ordination), and Sam Young (child protection). We examine their motivations, methods, and the institutional responses they faced, including excommunication. Through these stories,…
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S11 E8 Oliver Cowdery: A Foundational Witness Gets Fed Up
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24:35Send us a text! Episode 8 of Apostates explores the dramatic rise and fall of Oliver Cowdery, one of the most foundational figures in early Latter-day Saint history. From serving as principal scribe for the Book of Mormon and receiving priesthood authority alongside Joseph Smith, Oliver became second-in-command of the Church. We examine how financi…
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S11 E9 Martin Harris: The Wavering Witness
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24:37Send us a text! Episode 9 of Apostates explores the complex life of Martin Harris, one of the three witnesses to the Book of Mormon plates. Despite his powerful spiritual experience seeing the plates and hearing God's voice, Harris eventually broke away from Joseph Smith's leadership due to financial pressures, personality conflicts, and disagreeme…
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Send us a text! Episode 6 of Apostates explores Sarah M. Pratt's complex journey from devoted member to vocal critic of early Mormonism. We examine her alleged encounter with Joseph Smith's polygamous proposal, her steadfast refusal, and the subsequent campaign to discredit her. We trace how the introduction of plural marriage created impossible ch…
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S11 E10 David Whitmer: Faithful Witness and Outspoken Critic
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19:23Send us a text! Episode 10 of Apostates explores David Whitmer's journey from foundational witness to Church critic. Despite never wavering on his Book of Mormon testimony, Whitmer left the Church in 1838, arguing it departed from the "written word" standard established in scripture. We examine his specific objections: Joseph Smith's prophetic role…
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S11 E14 Excommunication of Intellectuals: The September Six
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25:02Send us a text! Episode 14 of Apostates explores the September 1993 disciplinary actions against six prominent LDS intellectuals known as the "September Six." We examine the Church context of the early 1990s, including leadership dynamics and growing tensions between institutional authority and intellectual inquiry. We profile each individual—Lavin…
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S11 E12 The Mormon Success Crisis & Schism
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23:53Send us a text! Episode 12 of Apostates explores the chaotic succession crisis following Joseph Smith's 1844 martyrdom. We examine how multiple claimants—Sidney Rigdon, Brigham Young's Twelve Apostles, James Strang, and the Smith family—competed for leadership. We trace the dramatic August 1844 Nauvoo meetings, including Young's transfiguration exp…
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Send us a text! Episode 3 of Apostates explores the Kirtland Crisis of 1837, the largest mass departure in early Church history when 10-15% of members left. We examine how Joseph Smith's expanding role from spiritual leader to business leader created tension, leading to failed ventures like the Kirtland Safety Society bank. We analyze why prominent…
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S11 E4 Joseph Smith's First Presidency Falls Apart
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24:18Send us a text! Episode 4 of Apostates explores three of Joseph Smith's Counselors who roke from the Church: Jesse Gause, John C. Bennett, and William Law. Sources Video_Rise and Fall of John C Bennet_1848, 1854, 1858_MS Video_John C Benentt_Gospel Tangents Essay_John C Bennett Extradition Event_BYU RSC Essay_John Cook Bennett_BYU RSC Essay_John C …
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S11 E5 Apostates Among the Original LDS Twelve Apostles
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24:50Send us a text! Episode 5 of Apostates explores the original Quorum of the Twelve Apostles called in 1835, examining how only three remained faithful throughout their lives while eight faced Church discipline (one died in a battle). Through detailed stories of Thomas B. Marsh, John F. Boynton, and Orson Pratt, we uncover the human struggles behind …
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S11 E1 Prologue: Apostates | Brother Buzz Finds Lost Sheep
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13:10Send us a text! In this prologue to Season 11: Apostates, Brother Buzz explores the concept of apostasy through the lens of "material non-disclosure" - examining what happens when crucial information is withheld before making sacred covenants. He discusses prominent figures who left the early Church, including Book of Mormon Witnesses and Apostles,…
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Send us a text! Episode 2 of Apostates discusses Alan D. Roberts' groundbreaking analysis of apostasy in Mormonism, challenging traditional stereotypes of those labeled "apostate." We examine how 61% of Joseph Smith's closest associates faced severe discipline, analyze definitions of apostasy from Brigham Young to modern handbooks, and review case …
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An Uncommon Catalyst for Strategic Business Growth
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30:05In the latest episode of The Water Trough, I chat with Bob Musial about the power of laughter in strategic business development. Learn how humor enhances credibility and engagement. Tune in for a great discussion! #StrategicGrowth #BusinessTalks #PodcastBy Ed Drozda
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Beyond Silos: Achieving Business Alignment with Frank Piuck
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28:11Are your business functions truly aligned? Ed Drozda chats with Frank Piuck from Organization Renovation on tackling silos and improving business efficiency. Don't miss this insightful conversation that's essential for all small business owners! #SiloBusting #EntrepreneurshipBy Ed Drozda
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Send us a text! Episode 25 concludes the season Challenges by exploring the concept of material non-disclosure in religious contexts, focusing specifically on the Mormon faith crisis experience. We examine the Church's Correlation system, Elder Packer's "not all truths are useful" philosophy, and how discovering hidden historical information impact…
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S10 E24 Money Matters: Widows' Mites & Holy Holdings
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14:48Send us a text! Episode 24 of Challenges explores the complex financial structure of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, examining its vast wealth estimated at around $240 billion in total assets as of 2024. Sources Essay: tithing and money_Mormon Stories Essay: LDS Church Hid $32B in Assets_Time Essay: What is Tithing?_LDS.org Essay_T…
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S10 E22 Prosperity Gospel and Affinity Fraud
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18:10Send us a text! Episode 22 of Challenges explores the complex relationship between Mormon culture and financial fraud. Our discussion examines the "soft prosperity gospel" in Mormon theology, the strong emphasis on self-reliance, and how these cultural values intersect with affinity fraud targeting the community. We analyze real cases of financial …
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S10 E23 Money Matters: From Consecration to Corporation
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21:03Send us a text! Episode 23 of Challenges explores the financial evolution of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, from early communal living principles in Kirtland to today's $200+ billion investment portfolio. Sources Essay: tithing and money_Mormon Stories Essay: LDS Church Hid $32B in Assets_Time Essay: What is Tithing?_LDS.org Essay…
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S10 E19 Raising Kids Inside and Outside the Church
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13:48Send us a text! Episode 19 of Challenges explores parenting approaches within Mormonism and for those who've left the Church. We examine how Mormon parents focus on guiding children along the "covenant path" while post-Mormon parents often emphasize critical thinking and broader humanistic values. Despite different frameworks for teaching morality,…
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S10 E21 Perfectionism and Scrupulosity within the LDS Church
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15:07Send us a text! Episode 21 of Challenges explores perfectionism and religious scrupulosity within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We examine theological concepts like "Be ye therefore perfect," cultural pressures around appearance and achievement, and the tension between works and grace. Drawing from Mormon Stories interviews and B…
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S10 E20 Child Abuse Prevention, Policies, and Procedures
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13:35Send us a text! Episode 20 of Challenges examines child abuse within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints using survivor accounts, legal documents, and policy discussions. We analyze the Church's involvement with Boy Scouts of America, the helpline reporting system, and leadership responses to abuse allegations. Our exploration covers ba…
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S10 E18 Experiences of Modern Mormon Women
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19:35Send us a text! Episode 18 of Challenges examines the complex realities facing modern Mormon women within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Drawing from various sources including academic research, Church publications, and personal accounts, we explore three key areas: navigating gender roles against modern expectations, accessing le…
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S10 E17 Pressures of Modern Mormon Manhood
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21:51Send us a text! Episode 17 of Challenges explores the complex challenges facing modern Mormon men, examining tensions between traditional religious roles and changing societal expectations. We analyze how the provider role pressure, Church leadership responsibilities, and emotional expression expectations create unique stresses. Through examining p…
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S10 E16 Latter-day Saints and LGBTQ Issues
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16:12Send us a text! Episode 16 of Challenges explores the complex relationship between the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the LGBTQ community in this episode. We examine theological foundations around marriage, family, and eternal identity, as well as how Church policies have evolved over time. We discuss the 2015 policy changes, BYU h…
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S10 E15 Latter-day Saints and Race Issues
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19:02Send us a text! Episode 15 of Challenges explores the complex history of race and priesthood in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We examine the origins of the priesthood ban under Brigham Young, the theological justifications that developed over time, and the 1978 revelation that ended the restrictions. We discuss how racial teachin…
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S10 E13 Debating Joseph Smith's Motivations
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31:24Send us a text! Episode 13 of Challenges explores of the most fundamental questions about Mormonism in this debate-style episode: Was Joseph Smith primarily motivated by worldly desires or a true prophetic calling? We present evidence from historical records, Joseph's own writings, and testimonies from his contemporaries. We analyze key aspects inc…
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Send us a text! Episode 14 of Challenges explores how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has managed its historical narrative over time, from Joseph Smith's era of polygamy through the Mormon underground to modern correlation efforts. We examine how practices that began as protective measures during periods of persecution evolved into …
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Send us a text! Episode 9 of Challenges examines the 1838 Mormon War in Missouri, exploring how tensions escalated from early settlement frictions to violence and state-sanctioned expulsion. Sources Video_Mormon Leaders Encourage Violence_105_Mormonish Lesson_Church History_LDS.org Podcast_Bloody Missouri_Sunstone Podcast_Violence Among Mormons_199…
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