Gunfight at Carthage

Shawn McCraney critiques Joseph Smith's legacy, LDS martyrdom portrayal, media bias, and encourages open dialogue on Mormonism's impact, inclusivity, and foundational issues.
Published: December 11, 2007
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Episode Description:

Shawn McCraney critically examines Joseph Smith's controversial legacy and the LDS Church's portrayal of his death as martyrdom, questioning its comparison to Jesus and criticizing the church's media strategies and narrative bias. He encourages viewers to engage in open dialogue about Mormonism's foundational aspects, its impact, and issues like inclusivity, while promising to continue exploring these themes in future discussions.