Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality w/ Dr. Matt Harris.

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  • In this podcast we will be taking a deep dive into the book "Second-Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality" with Dr. Matt Harris. This a project of Mormon Stories Podcast and the Open Stories Foundation.
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  • 17 The Lasting Legacy of the LDS Priesthood Ban

    17 The Lasting Legacy of the LDS Priesthood Ban
    Nov 21 2024

    Today we are discussing pivotal moments, from the Church’s “Race and the Priesthood” essay to public statements on racism, and the ongoing struggle for meaningful engagement on these issues. Highlights include racial inequities, discussions on the lack of diverse representation in leadership, and the emotional impact of past and present racism on Black members. We are also covering controversial events like the fake apology prank, the “Be One” celebration, and Elder Oaks’ and President Nelson’s statements on race. Conversations extend to BYU’s Race Equity and Belonging Report, Brad Wilcox’s remarks, and efforts to make the Church and its institutions more inclusive. Join us as we examine how the Church addresses racism, the call for accountability, and the path forward for healing and equity.


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    3 hrs and 20 mins
  • 16 Mormon Prophets' Push to Erase Racist Past | Ep. 1963

    16 Mormon Prophets' Push to Erase Racist Past | Ep. 1963
    Nov 15 2024

    Join us as Matthew Harris returns to discuss Gordon B. Hinckley's efforts to address lingering racism in the church, the push to remove Bruce R. McConkie's Mormon Doctrine from shelves, and members' calls for an apology for the church's past racism. We also explore Elder Holland's attempts to rebrand these doctrines as "folklore," the continuation of racist teachings by BYU professors like Randy Bott, and the creation of the Gospel Topics Essays.


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    3 hrs and 4 mins
  • 15 Mormon Church Targets Liberal BYU Professors

    15 Mormon Church Targets Liberal BYU Professors
    Nov 7 2024

    Join us today as we meet again with historian Matt Harris to discuss his new book “Second Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality.” Matt Harris talks about the relationship between the Church and the John Birch Society and how the church changed its mind on supporting the Martin Luther King holiday. Additionally, Harris discusses how the harmful teachings of Bruce R. McConkie’s book “Mormon Doctrine” lived on even after his death. Professors Eugene England and Steven Epperson were pushed out of BYU for their more liberal views. How the Strengthening the Church Members Committee keeps these members in check.


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    3 hrs and 53 mins

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The research and insights are incredible!

Matt approached this project with meticulous detail and neutrality allowing the evidence form the narrative. Gripping!

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A great series.


Super smart author. Well researched work and it’s entertaining. Like a good novel it demonstrates what happens when a group of people live a philosophy where the heart is divided against itself.

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