

Understanding Mormonism - Tracing Woodgrains | Maiden Mother Matriarch 109
Oct 9, 2024
Tracing Woodgrains, a writer on Substack and former producer for Blocked & Reported, shares his journey as an ex-Mormon with deep roots in the faith. He discusses the challenges of reconciling his identity as a gay man within a traditional community. Key topics include the evolving norms around sexuality, generational shifts in family structures, and the struggles faced by those leaving the church. The conversation touches on intellectual challenges post-Mormonism and the implications of declining fertility trends among Mormons.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Navigating Faith and Identity in Mormon Culture
05:07 • 22min
Navigating Identity and Beliefs within Mormonism
27:04 • 3min
Navigating Ideological Shifts Post-Mormonism
29:46 • 15min
Demographics and Evangelism in Mormonism
44:18 • 5min
Shifts in Fertility Trends Among Mormons
49:46 • 4min
Generational Shifts in Family Structures
53:29 • 2min