In this conversation, George Bagby, a former history teacher, delves into the Second Great Awakening and its profound effects on America. He highlights the clash of religious ideologies between the North and South, setting the stage for the Civil War. Bagby discusses Charles Finney's revolutionary preaching methods and the social reforms that arose from revivalism. He also explores the emergence of unique religious communities like the Oneida and the Mormons, and their societal implications, revealing how faith shaped America's cultural landscape.
