Growing Up In Polygamy

Big Love Reality Check: Utah, Mormon, & FLDS Culture


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Did Big Love get it right? In this video, we dive into episodes 2-5 of Big Love and break down how the show portrays Utah culture, mainstream Mormonism, and FLDS polygamy. We compare the Henrickson family's version of plural marriage—living "the principle" without religious ties—to real-world polygamous groups. From secrecy and jealousy to the complexities of multiple wives, we’ll separate fact from fiction and share insights from our own experiences. Let’s talk about what Big Love nailed, what it missed, and how polygamy actually works in these communities!


Chapters:

00:00:00 Analyzing "Big Love": Representation of Utah and Mormon Culture

00:05:13 Understanding Utah's Mormon Culture

00:09:49 The Significance of Garment Lines in Mormon Culture

00:14:56 Seminary and Utah Culture

00:20:11 Experiences of Fasting in FLDS vs Mainstream LDS Church

00:25:32 Origins of the Garment in LDS and FLDS

00:30:54 The Complexity of Belief and the Role of Women

00:36:23 The Complexity of Freedom and Obedience

00:41:33 Exploring Jealousy and Relationships in Polygamous Marriages


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