Gospel Tangents Podcast

A 360-degree view of Mormonism. We interview the best Mormon scholars, scientists, and clergy from all restoration branches, including LDS, Community of Christ, Strangites, Bickertonites, Temple Lot, Remnant, etc.

Recent Episodes

LDS Convert From Judaism (Jason Olson 1 of 4)

Posted February 27, 2023 • 00:43:51

Dr Jason Olson is author of a new memoir called “The Burning Book.” He details his Jewish upbringing, and how he became interested in the LDS Church....

Strang’s Death/Succession Crisis (Vickie Speek 4 of 4)

Posted February 23, 2023 • 00:42:09

In our final conversation with historian Vickie Speek, she’ll talk about the James Strang’s death, and how the role of prophet & apostle did...

Strangite Temple & Polygamy (Vickie Speek 3 of 4)

Posted February 20, 2023 • 00:23:43

Vickie Speek is here to talk about Strangite temple ceremonies, and the introduction of polygamy among the Strangites. Check out our conversation…

https://youtu.be/6lWX3IJaFUI

Famous Strangites (Vickie Speek 2 of 4)

Posted February 16, 2023 • 00:25:42

Vickie Speek continues our conversation about James Strang, an early rival to Brigham Young. Strang gained some famous Strangites to his movement. He...

Intro to Prophet James Strang (Vickie Speek 1 of 4)

Posted February 13, 2023 • 00:37:20

Vickie Speek is the premier expert on the life of James Strang, an early Mormon leader. We’ll talk about Strang’s vision, calling as a prophet,...