Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality w/ Dr. Matt Harris.

About Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality w/ Dr. Matt Harris.

In this podcast we will be taking a deep dive into the book "Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality" with Dr. Matt Harris. This a project of Mormon Stories Podcast and the Open Stories Foundation.

Publisher

Mormon Stories Podcast

Category

history

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Jun 2024

Latest episode

21 Nov 2024

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Nov 2024

   17 The Lasting Legacy of the LDS Priesthood Ban

   Dr. Matt Harris explores the lasting legacy of the LDS Priesthood Ban, examining the Church's efforts to address racism and promote healing and equity for Black Mormons.

2. 

   15 Nov 2024

   16 Mormon Prophets' Push to Erase Racist Past | Ep. 1963

   Join us as Matthew Harris returns to discuss Gordon B. Hinckley's efforts to address lingering racism in the church, the push to remove Bruce R. McConkie's Mormon Doctrine from shelves, and members' calls for an apology for the church's past racism. We also explore Elder Holland's attempts to rebrand these doctrines as "folklore," the continuation of racist teachings by BYU professors like Randy Bott, and the creation of the Gospel Topics Essays. Show Notes (https://www.mormonstories.org/mormon-prophets-push-to-erase-racist-past/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEB7Mib5gQU) Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories?default_interval=m) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/mormonstories) Venmo (https://account.venmo.com/u/mormonstories) Our Platforms: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDzk7dRjODTSEqzZKZJzk?si=148b0efc1ccc4404) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) TikTok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

3. 

   7 Nov 2024

   15 Mormon Church Targets Liberal BYU Professors

   Join us today as we meet again with historian Matt Harris to discuss his new book “Second Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality.” Matt Harris talks about the relationship between the Church and the John Birch Society and how the church changed its mind on supporting the Martin Luther King holiday. Additionally, Harris discusses how the harmful teachings of Bruce R. McConkie’s book “Mormon Doctrine” lived on even after his death. Professors Eugene England and Steven Epperson were pushed out of BYU for their more liberal views. How the Strengthening the Church Members Committee keeps these members in check. Show Notes (https://www.mormonstories.org/church-targets-liberal-professors/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1SrTZWY_CQ) Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories?default_interval=m) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/mormonstories) Venmo (https://account.venmo.com/u/mormonstories) Our Platforms: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDzk7dRjODTSEqzZKZJzk?si=148b0efc1ccc4404) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) TikTok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

4. 

   31 Oct 2024

   14 The End of the Priesthood and Temple Ban Came with a Catch

   The priesthood and temple ban began when Brigham Young learned that Black Saints were marrying white women, fearing interracial marriage. When the ban was finally lifted it was only with the caveat that they continued to warn the members against interracial marriage. Church members have received mixed messages since then, with warnings against interracial marriage still found on the Church's website and in manuals. How should members make sense of these conflicting messages? Today, we're joined by Matt Harris and Summur-Rayn to discuss this topic. Show Notes (https://www.mormonstories.org/the-end-of-the-ban-came-with-a-catch/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGpO8yNZmWY) Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories?default_interval=m) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/mormonstories) Venmo (https://account.venmo.com/u/mormonstories) Our Platforms: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDzk7dRjODTSEqzZKZJzk?si=148b0efc1ccc4404) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) TikTok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

5. 

   24 Oct 2024

   13 Mormon Prophet Slams Apostles for Fabricating Miracle Story

   In this episode, we join Matt Harris to discuss the aftermath of lifting the priesthood and temple ban in the LDS Church. We explore how Bruce R. McConkie's account of the revelation was embellished and the damage control efforts by top church leaders. We also examine President Kimball's controversial remarks about Native Americans and his later regret over those comments. This discussion focuses on chapter eight of Matt Harris’ book, "Second Class Saints." Show Notes (https://www.mormonstories.org/second-class-saints/prophet-slams-apostles-for-fabricating-story/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gdg8tk8KPqU) Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories?default_interval=m) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/mormonstories) Venmo (https://account.venmo.com/u/mormonstories) Our Platforms: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDzk7dRjODTSEqzZKZJzk?si=148b0efc1ccc4404) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) TikTok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

6. 

   17 Oct 2024

   12 Revelation or Secret Meeting? How the Mormon Priesthood and Temple Bans Ended

   What were the events and who were the key characters that led to the lifting of the priesthood and temple ban for black people? In this episode Matt Harris will answer those questions. Rumors have gone around that the ban was lifted due to the IRS threatening to take away their tax exempt status, or because of the lawsuits involving the NAACP, etc. Matt Harris puts many of these rumors to rest and answers the real reason why (and how) the ban was lifted. We are thrilled to announce that we have reached our donation goal to compensate Dr. Matt Harris for his contributions to this series. We sincerely thank everyone who supported this effort. While the goal to pay Matt has been met, producing this series incurred significant costs for the Open Stories Foundation. If you find value in this content and want to help cover these expenses and support future productions, we encourage you to donate at https://www.mormonstories.org/donate/... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVJnZjg0b0dGNnJYTDg4NGxzSUs0SU11LVF0d3xBQ3Jtc0tsS2FNMlNkY29nc0VVWDlTR0NIdzJqLU1pcTVfazY4Nnczdk9ocTJlbmUtRmpJdUZUT3hXS2tmN2ZpNWtIc2pUanRlMThCRTh0RUprSWdSTG0wZlJtT1pjZTVxMldka0FIVHNYNGlnVHBGNmZRSFB2Zw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mormonstories.org%2Fdonate%2F%C2%A0Your&v=6p-oezoHKtA) generosity makes a difference—thank you! Purchase Matt Harris' book here! “Second Class Saints” by Matt Harris (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/) Show Notes (https://www.mormonstories.org/churchhistory/how-the-priesthood-and-temple-bans-ended/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6p-oezoHKtA) Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories?default_interval=m) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/mormonstories) Venmo (https://account.venmo.com/u/mormonstories) Our Platforms: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDzk7dRjODTSEqzZKZJzk?si=148b0efc1ccc4404) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) TikTok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

7. 

   27 Sept 2024

   11: Mormon Prophets Hired Snipers for 1967 General Conference

   In today's video, we dive into the protests at BYU during the 1970s, including threats from black activists and government pressure to increase diversity in hiring and recruitment. We'll also discuss a shocking incident during a basketball game where a Molotov cocktail was thrown into the crowd, narrowly missing the BYU sports announcer. The church's response to these threats (mostly fabricated by the Birch Society) included heightened security measures, with snipers stationed on the Mormon Tabernacle during General Conference. Joining us is Dr. Darron Smith to discuss Matt Harris’ new book, Second Class Saints. Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation! Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) Show Notes (https://www.mormonstories.org/mormon-prophets-hired-snipers-general-conference/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7rzQKzMhM0) Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/mormon-stories?default_interval=m) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/mormonstories) Venmo (https://account.venmo.com/u/mormonstories) Our Platforms: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDzk7dRjODTSEqzZKZJzk?si=148b0efc1ccc4404) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) TikTok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

8. 

   16 Sept 2024

   10: Mormon Apostle Hugh B. Brown’s final efforts to lift the priesthood ban

   In the 1960s, Mormon Apostle Hugh B. Brown made significant efforts to lift the priesthood and temple ban for Black members of the church, even speaking with the media about the possibility of change. President Harold B. Lee, however, demanded that Brown stop speaking to the press and removed him from the First Presidency. Lee also forced Brown to sign a statement reaffirming the church’s racist doctrines. Join us with historian Matthew Harris as we explore the impact of Brown’s release, his faith journey, and insights from Harris's book Second Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality. Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

9. 

   2 Sept 2024

   09: How BYU Kept Black Students Out

   Join us as we uncover what drove change within the Mormon Church, from government pressure on BYU to admit more black students to the church’s troubling response. We’ll dive into shocking letters sent to black prospective students, a five-step plan to keep them out, and the protests that followed. Learn how government intervention eventually forced the end of discrimination and explore why Mormon leaders were so uneasy with black students. This episode, featuring historian Dr. Matthew Harris, is part of our series on his book Second Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality. Show Notes (https://www.mormonstories.org/byu-kept-out-black-students/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1yAnLIG0GU) Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

10. 

    26 Aug 2024

    08: Mormon Politicians Confront Prophets Over Racism

    Join us as historian Matthew Harris returns to discuss what happens when members of the Mormon Church First Presidency go rogue. We explore George Romney's support of Civil Rights versus Ezra Taft Benson's involvement with the John Birch Society. We'll also dive into the impact of white church members marching in the Civil Rights Movement and how figures like Stewart Udall, Cleon Skousen, Robert Welch, and Hugh B. Brown challenged the Brethren at Church Headquarters with their views and publications. ⁠Show Notes⁠ (https://www.mormonstories.org/mormon-politicians-confront-racism/) ⁠YouTube Episode⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEnHc30b77A) Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

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    19 Aug 2024

    Black Mormons Respond to Church Leaders Supporting Racial Segregation

    Join Nate Byrd, Summer-Rayn, Dr. Darron Smith, and John Dehlin as they tackle the uncomfortable truths of Mormon leaders supporting racial segregation. This episode dives into topics like the European origin theory of the lost ten tribes, the discovery of black ancestry in those who appear white, patriarchs’ treatment of the “Curse of Cain,” and a shocking statement by Mormon prophet Harold B. Lee about closing BYU rather than admitting black students. Featuring clips from the episodes with historian Matthew Harris. ⁠Show Notes⁠ (https://www.mormonstories.org/black-mormons-respond-to-leaders-supporting-segregation/) ⁠YouTube⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhmV3E4kLMo) Purchase Matt Harris’ book, ⁠Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality⁠ (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) ⁠Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox⁠ (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ ⁠Mormon Stories Website⁠ (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) ⁠YouTube⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) ⁠Patreon⁠ (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 ⁠Insta: @mormstories⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) ⁠Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) ⁠Join the Discord⁠ (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

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    9 Aug 2024

    07: Renegade Apostle: Hugh B. Brown’s early attempts to lift the priesthood and temple ban

    Join us today as we discuss the priesthood and temple ban with historian Matthew Harris. Today we will discuss Hugh B. Brown and his attempts to lift the priesthood and temple ban for black members of the church. Hugh B. Brown was an attorney and joined the First Presidency in 1963. He made countless efforts to convince the Brethren that the ban on blacks should be lifted and even told the New York Times that there was a strong possibility the ban would soon be removed. This response caused a great deal of problems at Church Headquarters. Show Notes (https://www.mormonstories.org/apostle-attempts-to-lift-ban/) Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

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    31 Jul 2024

    06: Church Educators Fired for Opposing Mormon Racism

    In the 1950s and 60s, the Mormon church faced internal turmoil as a group of intellectuals known as the "Swearing Elders" challenged orthodox doctrines. This clash between free-thinking scholars and conservative leaders like Joseph Fielding Smith led to attempts at excommunication, spy infiltration, and the firing of liberal educators. Amidst this tension, Church President David O. McKay emerged as an unexpected protector of intellectual freedom. The period also saw the church grappling with civil rights issues and racial policies, as public pressure forced leaders to confront their teachings. This tumultuous era set the stage for decades of struggle between faith, scholarship, and authority in Mormonism. Show Notes: https://www.mormonstories.org/fired-for-opposing-racism/

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    25 Jul 2024

    05: Top Mormon Leaders Blame God for Segregation

    Join with us today as we continue to discuss the history of racism in the Mormon church with historian Matt Harris. We will discuss segregation in Utah, including blood banks, hotels, in Relief Societies, etc. In the 1950s a talk was given by Mormon leader Mark E. Petersen that generated a lot of backlash from critics. Matt Harris gives an insider's view into the minds of these Mormon leaders and how they were not all in agreement with the priesthood and temple ban. Mark E. Peterson's Talk: Race Problems As They Affect The Church : Internet Archive (https://archive.org/details/RaceProblemsAsTheyAffectTheChurchMarkEPetersen/page/n1/mode/2up) Show Notes (https://mormonstoristg.wpengine.com/mormons-teach-segregation-from-god) Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

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    15 Jul 2024

    04: Revealing The Secret Mormon Report That Shattered Racist “Doctrine” - The Bennion Report

    Join us today as we discuss Mormon the priesthood and temple ban with historian Matt Harris. We will be talking about missionary work in South Africa, patriarchal blessings for black individuals, the removal of church leaders because of their ancestry, and the notes from the top secret meeting that came to be known as the Bennion report. Nate Byrd of the Black Menaces is joining us today to share his perspective. Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

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    8 Jul 2024

    Black Mormons Respond to Brigham Young’s Racism

    Today we are joined by Dr. Darron Smith, Summur-Rayn Barrett, and Nate Byrd of Black Menaces to react to the first three episodes with Matt Harris. Their commentary unpacks Joseph Smith's complex racial attitudes, Brigham Young's implementation of the priesthood ban, and the painful legacy of racist doctrines. Their candid discussion highlights the urgent need for accountability within the Mormon church and grapples with the lasting impact of this racial discrimination.

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    27 Jun 2024

    03: Professor Confronts Mormon Leaders on Racism: The Lowry Nelson Story

    Join us today as we discuss Mormon the priesthood and temple ban with historian Matt Harris. We will be talking about missionary work in South Africa, patriarchal blessings for black individuals, the removal of church leaders because of their ancestry, and the notes from the top secret meeting that came to be known as the Bennion report. Nate Byrd of the Black Menaces is joining us today to share his perspective. Show Notes (Show Notes: https://www.mormonstories.org/portfolio-items/leaders-confronted-on-racism/) Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

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    19 Jun 2024

    02: Mormon Priesthood and Temple Ban: From Policy to “Doctrine”

    Join with us today as we discuss the priesthood and temple ban with historian Matt Harris. Joseph F. Smith and Joseph Fielding Smith, both Mormon leaders, could not find any doctrinal bases for the priesthood and temple ban and yet it still remained for decades. Members of the church performed blackface and wrote racist poems published in church periodicals. Many of the Mormon leaders did not agree with the ban and some were even removed from their callings because of their different opinions. Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

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    18 Jun 2024

    01: "Not One Drop" of African Blood - Brigham Young’s “Negro” Curse of Cain

    In this new series on Mormon Leadership, historian Matt Harris discusses Mormonism's early racism, focusing on the priesthood and temple ban for Black members. He explores the church's opposition to civil rights, the experiences of Black Latter-day Saints like Jane Manning James and Elijah Abel, and the evolving theology around race. Harris challenges misconceptions about prophetic revelation and the origins of the ban, shedding light on this complex and painful history. Purchase Matt Harris’ book, Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Class-Saints-Mormons-Struggle-Equality/dp/019769571X/ref=sr_1_1) Donate to Matt Harris directly for this series with Donorbox (https://donorbox.org/MattHarris) _________________________ Mormon Stories Website (https://www.mormonstories.org/episodes) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/mormonstories?sub_confirmation=1) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories ) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-stories-lds/id312094772) MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Insta: @mormstories (https://www.instagram.com/mormstories) Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonstoriespodcast) Join the Discord (https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF)

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

35 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

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