Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and Harvard professor, teams up with Patrick Mason, an expert in Mormon history, to delve into the complexities of Joseph Smith's polygamy. They discuss how historians piece together evidence of Smith’s involvement, the social and gender dynamics at play, and the ramifications of polygamy in today's context. Laurel shares insights from her comparative polygamy course and examines the theological motives behind plural marriage, offering a candid exploration of its lasting legacy in modern Mormonism.