# Richard Lyman Bushman
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Richard L. Bushman, "Joseph Smith's Gold Plates: A Cultural History" (Oxford UP, 2023)
Renowned historian of Mormonism Richard Lyman Bushman's latest book presents a vibrant history of a sacred object that gave birth to a new religion: the gold plates Joseph Smith said he discovered in upstate New York in the 1820s. Believers hailed Smith as a revered prophet and translator of lost l…
Translation with Richard Lyman Bushman
Welcome to the CES Letters, where we respond to the questions and concerns posed in the CES Letter. Today Dr. Richard Bushman and Eastin M. Hartzell discuss translation.
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000 LDS Come Follow Me: Beyond the Manual | Prologue (What is the Doctrine and Covenants)
"Living the gospel isn’t always easy. From time-consuming commitments to reconciling personal values with Church teachings, navigating faith can feel overwhelming. The Come Follow Me curriculum provides a structured way to study the scriptures, but how much of the story are we really being told?
W…
Teaching Kids to Work, Love, and Be Bored: Wisdom from a Mom of 8
Dorothy Scoresby grew up shy on a quiet Idaho farm—but a message from a classmate in 4th grade changed everything. In this episode of the Sendy Mom Podcast, Dorothy shares how she slowly stepped out of her shell, raised 8 children to value hard work and sibling connection, and discovered peace and …
What Are We to Make of the Gold Plates?
Richard Lyman Bushman offers thoughtful reflections on the historical, spiritual, and symbolic significance of the Gold Plates, inviting listeners to reconsider their impact on faith and history.
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045 Wisdom, Legacy & Love: A Conversation with Historian Richard Bushman
What does it mean to be a grandfather today — and how has that role changed over time? In this heartfelt episode of The Grandpa Channel, host Steve Harris (aka “Rivers”) welcomes legendary historian, author, and beloved grandfather Richard Lyman Bushman for a conversation filled with timeless wisdo…
32: Joseph Smith: Prophet, Polygamy, and the Birth of Mormonism
Content Warning: This episode discusses polygamy, coercion, and religious control within a historical context.
Joseph Smith is known as the founder of Mormonism, a prophet to millions and a figure surrounded by faith, devotion, and controversy. But the story of how the religion began is far more co…
Joseph Smith And Parallels With Charismatic Leaders: A Conversation With John G. Turner - Ep. 2
Was Joseph Smith a prophet, a fraud, or something more complicated? In this episode of Merging Wisdom, Dan Heroy and Joel Hubbard are joined by historian John G. Turner, professor of religious studies and history at George Mason University and author of Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an America…
Were We Better off Believing in Charms? — Cristina Gagliano
Dr. Cristina Gagliano (née Rosetti) was a functional atheist finishing a religion PhD when she walked into St. Peter's Basilica, stood in front of a marble wall listing every pope in order, and thought: I don't think I've ever believed anything more in my whole life. That was ten years ago this Eas…
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