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The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

640 - Anne Hutchinson

Jul 2, 2024
Comedians Gareth Reynolds and Dave Anthony discuss early colonist Anne Hutchinson's defiance against religious norms, her rise to prominence, and the escalating tensions in 17th-century Boston. They explore the controversial sermons, societal divisions, and Anne's eventual excommunication, sprinkled with light-hearted banter and jokes about male genitalia.
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  • Intense religious tension in the colony due to conflicting beliefs on grace and works.
  • Political maneuvering to control dissent and restrict opposing beliefs among immigrants.

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Religious Tensions and Dissent

The podcast covers a period of intense religious tension and dissent in the colony, sparked by conflicting beliefs on grace, works, and differing interpretations of Bible verses. Leaders like Wheelwright and Anne Hutchinson challenge the established ministers, leading to accusations of sedition, heresy, and public dissent.

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