Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet (With John Turner)
About this episode
This episode explores the life and impact of Joseph Smith, founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, through an interview with biographer John Turner.
Who was Joseph Smith and what childhood experiences shaped his life, worldview, and the start of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? What are some of his positive characteristics that drew so many people to him and what were his flaws? How did his theology develop throughout his life? In this interview, Sean and Scott talk with John Turner about his fascinating biography: Joseph Smith: The Rise & Fall of an American Prophet. John Turner is a cradle-to-halfway-to-the-grave Pre...
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