Growing Up In Polygamy

FLDS vs. LDS Perspectives on "Polygamy USA" Ep. 1: Meet the Polygamists


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Join Sam, who grew up in the polygamous FLDS community, and Melissa, raised in the mainstream LDS church, as they react to the first episode of National Geographic's hit show "Polygamy USA." In this episode, titled "Meet the Polygamists," the show explores the lives of the Centennial Park fundamentalist Mormon group. Sam and Melissa share their unique perspectives and insights on the portrayal of polygamy and the Centennial Park community. Don't miss their honest reactions and thought-provoking discussions!
Chapters:

00:00:00 - Fear and Control in Religious Communities

00:03:48 - The Missionary Program and Polygamy Practices

00:07:38 - Unmarried young men and the rules they face

00:11:26 - Leaving the Community

00:15:10 - Differences in church structure between LDS and FLDS

00:19:07 - Church Behavior and the Council of Priesthood

00:22:32 - Observing the "Turkey Bowl" game

00:26:22 - The Burial and Resurrection Ceremony

00:30:01 - Funerals and Religion in Mormonism

00:33:51 - Coming Soon

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