My Mormon History Podcast

Susannah & Nate respond to Brian & Lindsay's coverage of Mary Smith Robinson's story on the Sunstone Mormon History Podcast.

ExMormon siblings Susannah & Nate Clarke delve into the complexities of polygamy within the Mormon community, focusing on Richard Robinson's life. Their conversation explores the historical context, family dynamics, and the impact of federal laws on polygamous families, highlighting the struggles and challenges they encountered. Their discussion also touches on the mental health issues faced b...

Join exMormon siblings Susannah & Nate Clarke as they delve into the complex historical narratives surrounding the Mountain Meadows Massacre. They discuss the manipulation of Native Americans by the Mormons, the ambiguous involvement of Richard Robinson, and the ongoing debate about Brigham Young's responsibility for the massacre. They emphasize the importance of examining history through a le...

In this conversation, ex Mormon siblings Susannah & Nate Clarke delve into the intertwining narratives of the Robinson family, focusing on Richard Robinson and his relationships, particularly with Mary Ann Eccles. They explore themes of trauma, mental health, and the historical context of syphilis, discussing its potential impact on the lives of women in the 19th century. The conversation emph...

In today's conversation, exMormon siblings Susannah & Nate Clarke explore themes of advocacy, privilege, the complexities of race and gender dynamics, and the impact of societal structures on marginalized communities. They delve into the historical narratives surrounding the Robinson family, their journey to Utah, and the effects of the gold rush on their lives. Their discussion emphasizes the...

Join exMormon siblings Susannah & Nate Clarke as their conversation delves into the complexities of human behavior, particularly in the context of generational trauma and the impact of historical events on individual actions. It emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding in healing, while also exploring the darker aspects of family dynamics and the consequences of polygamy within t...

ExMormon siblings Susannah & Nate Clarke delve into the history of their 3rd Great Grandmother Mary Ann Eccles, the challenges faced by her family during their migration to America, and the historical context of the handcart companies, as well as the trauma associated with the Mountain Meadows Massacre and the implications of Mary Ann's early marriage in a polygamous society.

ExMormon siblings Susannah & Nate Clarke discuss the importance of identifying and healing from generational trauma and preview their upcoming discussion in episodes 2-8 of their 3rd Great Grandparents Mary Ann Eccles & Richard Smith Robinson.