S4E45 Sidney Rigdon’s Apostasy Part 3

Nov 7, 2024

The hosts dive into the humorous ordeal of academic procrastination, reflecting on the stress of dissertation deadlines. They explore Sidney Rigdon's dramatic shift from ally to opponent of Joseph Smith, highlighting the ideological rift within the church. Political beliefs intertwined with faith create complex challenges, as they discuss the implications of Rigdon's apostasy and the community's struggles with polygamy. The narrative captures Rigdon's controversial legacy and the rise of new leadership as he publicly condemns past beliefs.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Navigating Dissertations and Podcast Changes

02:00 • 3min

Navigating Procrastination and Deadlines

05:20 • 7min

Sidney Rigdon's Journey: From Ally to Opposition

12:24 • 20min

Faith, Politics, and the Latter-day Saints

32:20 • 33min

Sidney Rigdon: A Controversial Legacy

01:05:00 • 12min

Navigating Faith and Prophetic Counsel

01:16:32 • 6min