Joseph Smith
Mentioned in 31 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Founder of the Latter-day Saint (LDS/Mormon) movement whose historical practices and teachings are frequently examined across podcasts covering religious history, theology, and institutional accountability. Podcasts discuss his polygamy and polyandry practices, theological claims about God's nature, translation work including the Book of Mormon and Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible, and allegations of character manipulation and sexual coercion. His legacy remains a central point of analysis for those evaluating the LDS Church's historical accuracy, institutional integrity, and doctrinal foundations.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
American History Hit · Apr 13, 2026
When the Mormons Rebelled Against America
“Founder of Mormonism in 1830; created Book of Mormon and theological innovations; assassinated 1844”
Mormon Stories Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Joseph Smith Introduces the Second Anointing - John Turner Pt. 37 | Ep. 2135
“Founder of Mormonism who introduced the Second Anointing ordinance in 1843”
Mormon Stories Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
Emma Goes to War with Joseph Smith over Polygamy - John Turner Pt. 36 | Ep. 2133
“Subject of the episode; founder of Mormonism and practitioner of polygamy in 1843”
followHIM · Apr 1, 2026
Exodus 7-13 Part 1 • Brother Dave Hadlock • April 6-12 • Come, Follow Me
“Author of Joseph Smith Matthew commentary on gathering doctrine and Egyptian symbolism referenced throughout”
followHIM · Mar 18, 2026
Exodus 1-6 Part 2 • Dr. Krystal Pierce • Mar. 23-29 • Come, Follow Me
“Referenced for his translation work clarifying ambiguous biblical passages, particularly regarding God's name and Pharaoh's agency”
followHIM · Mar 18, 2026
Exodus 1-6 Part 1 • Dr. Krystal Pierce • Mar. 23-29 • Come, Follow Me
“Referenced for his translation work clarifying that the burning bush encounter was with Jehovah, not an angel”
Lore · Mar 16, 2026
Legends 75: Precious
“Latter-day Saints founder who claimed high summer was the best time to dig for treasure due to heat making chests rise closer to ground surface”
followHIM · Mar 12, 2026
Genesis 42-50 Part 1 • Dr. Stephen Smoot • Mar. 16-22 • Come, Follow Me
“Referenced for use of seer stones and divination practices paralleling ancient Joseph of Egypt”
followHIM · Mar 12, 2026
Genesis 42-50 Part 2 • Dr. Stephen Smoot • Mar. 16-22 • Come, Follow Me
“Discussed for Joseph Smith Translation expansions of Genesis 50 and prophetic role in restoring covenant theology”
followHIM · Mar 3, 2026
Thoughts to Keep in Mind #3 • The House of Israel • Dr. Ross Baron • Mar. 2-8
“Referenced as non-firstborn son who received birthright, exemplifying pattern of chosen leaders not being eldest sons”
Hidden Brain · Mar 2, 2026
The Secret of Charisma
“Founder of Mormonism; exemplified charisma paradox by offering both empowerment and security through religious narrative”
Mormon Stories Podcast · Mar 2, 2026
Another Mormon Bishop Told NOT to Report Abuse- Christopher Jenkins | Ep. 2119
“LDS founder whose polygamy and polyandry practices (marrying 20+ women including those married to others) triggered Jenkins' faith deconstruction after discovering hidden history.”
Inklings with Emily Belle Freeman · Mar 2, 2026
On this week's episode of Inklings we go over the talk by Peter M. Johnson: The Power of Ministering to the One
“Historical figure referenced in Doctrine and Covenants 6 revelation discussion about faith and divine witness”
Mormon Stories Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
How Joseph Smith Smeared Honest Critics - John Turner Pt. 33 | Ep. 2118
“Central historical figure; founder of Mormonism whose polygamy, character assassination tactics, and institutional control are analyzed”
Mormon Stories Podcast · Feb 25, 2026
Mormon Church Hides Abuse of Wade Christofferson, Enabling More Abuse - Edward Nachel | Ep. 2117
“LDS Church founder; discussed as historical precedent for sexual predation and cover-up (polygamy with minors, coercion, public shaming of refusers).”
followHIM · Feb 25, 2026
Genesis 24-33 Part 2 • Bro. Mike Harris • Mar. 2-8 • Come, Follow Me
“Referenced regarding acceptance of biblical language about God's hatred and translation philosophy”
followHIM · Feb 25, 2026
Genesis 24-33 Part 1 • Bro. Mike Harris • Mar. 2-8 • Come, Follow Me
“Referenced regarding oath-making principles in Doctrine and Covenants”
Mormon Stories Podcast · Feb 23, 2026
Mormon Dad Believes, Daughter Doesn't - Katie & Matt Todd | Ep. 2116
“LDS founder; discussed regarding polygamy, Book of Abraham translation, and historical complexity”
Pints With Aquinas · Feb 23, 2026
Why Mormonism Denies God's Existence (Joe Heschmeyer) | Ep. 567
“Founder of LDS movement; taught God was once a man and rejected creation ex nihilo”
Macroaggressions · Feb 22, 2026
#623: Everything Everywhere All At Once | Eric Rice
“Mormon founder; allegedly approached by angel of light; discussed as example of false religious movements with demonic inspiration”
Crime Weekly · Feb 20, 2026
S3 Ep145: Elizabeth Smart | Becoming Esther (Part 3)
“Founder of LDS Church whose teachings on plural marriage were misused by Mitchell to justify kidnapping”
Danny Jones Podcast · Feb 16, 2026
#371 - Occult Expert: NEW Epstein Files, BAAL & Church of Satan | Peter Levenda
“Mormon founder who used sorcerer's workbook and magical means to find buried treasure and translate plates”
followHIM · Feb 9, 2026
Thoughts to Keep in Mind #2 • The Covenant • Dr. Ross Baron • Feb. 9-15
“Founder of restored church; received all blessings of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob on April 3, 1836 in Kirtland Temple”
Scripture Central · Feb 5, 2026
Arks, Tokens, Covenants, & Names | Come Follow Me 2026 | Gen 6-11; Mos 8 | John Hilton III | Feb 9-15
“LDS founder; discussed regarding whether he could have fabricated chiasmus structures found in Book of Mormon”
followHIM · Feb 4, 2026
Genesis 6–11; Moses 8 Part 2 • Bro. Michael Cottle • Feb. 9-15 • Come, Follow Me
“Referenced for visions of temples and descriptions of divine brightness exceeding the noon-day sun”
Unshaken Saints · Feb 4, 2026
Moses 7 - The Visions of Enoch
“Prophet who received and translated the Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible, revealing the extended story of Enoch not found in Genesis”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Feb 2, 2026
Are Mormons ACTUALLY Christian?! | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Founder of Mormonism (1830); engaged in treasure-digging/glass-looking (occult practices) as teenager before claiming angelic visions”
Unshaken Saints · Jan 26, 2026
Genesis 5; Moses 6 - The Gospel in the Beginning
“Founder of Latter-day Saint movement; received revelation of Moses 6-7 and used Enoch as personal code name”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Jan 25, 2026
Don’t Fall for This DECEIVING Anti-ICE Church Propaganda!! | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Mormon founder; discussed regarding Book of Mormon as false scripture and demonic revelation claims”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Nov 24, 2025
Are Aliens Actually Demons!? (Shocking Evidence) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Discussed as founder of Mormonism who claimed encounter with angel Moroni revealing golden plates”
THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Nov 7, 2025
EV Sales Crash! Doug's Carrera GT Breaks Down, Jeeps Are Catching Fire! THIS CAR POD! EP85
“Referenced in context of Mormon/LDS community preferences regarding beverages and financial practices”