Episode 379: Mormonism Part II - I'm in the Bible Now

The podcast discusses the writing of the Book of Mormon, Joseph Smith's tactics, and the origins of Mormonism. They humorously compare Joseph Smith's wait for the Golden Plates to standing outside a restaurant just to masturbate. Joseph Smith convinced his family of the divinity of the Book through storytelling. They explore the wide-scale influence of Mormonism, with over 16 million members. The hosts have a playful and humorous debate on the challenges of writing a book. They discuss Joseph's word output and errors in the Book of Mormon. The motivations behind Joseph Smith creating the Book of Mormon are examined, including his financial struggles and influence from Freemasonry and secret societies. The podcast also explores the impact of Mormonism on the recent presidential election and announces an upcoming European tour.