Me, My Shelf, & I

Nov 07 2024 9 ep. 54 mins 4

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Welcome to “Me, My Shelf, & I,” an investigative podcast by FAIR digging into historical claims about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Join Sarah, Zach, and Jennifer in finding faithful answers to difficult questions. In each episode, we explore a different aspect of Latter-day Saint history, examining controversies, myths, and misconceptions with a critical, yet faithful perspective. Along the way, we’ll bring in experts and other guests who lend valuable insights to our research and help to expand our understanding.

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Me, My Shelf, & I – Are Prophets Infallible?

Nov 07 2024 117 mins

In this special episode, Sarah Allen and Zachary Wright host a panel discussion on the question “Are Prophets Infallible?” Panel participants: Don Bradley: https://gregkofford.com/collections/don-bradley Ben Spackman: https://benspackman.com/ J. Max Wilson: https://www.sixteensmallstones.org/

Me, My Shelf, & I – Episode 8 – Seer Stones w/ Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat (Full Interview)

Gerrit Dirkmaat was featured in episode 5. This is the full interview. Check out Dr. Dirkmaat’s podcast with Prof. Richard LeDuc: https://standardoftruth.com/ Gerrit Dirkmaat is an associate professor of Church history and doctrine at Brigham Young University. He received his PhD from the University of Colorado in 2010, where he studied nineteenth-century American expansionism [�

Me, My Shelf, & I – Episode 7 – Seer Stones w/ Allen Hansen (Full Interview)

Allen Hansen was featured in episode 2. This is the full interview. Check out Allen’s other work: https://independent.academia.edu/HansenAllen Sarah Allen is a senior researcher with FAIR, and the 2022 recipient of the John Taylor: Defender of the Faith Award. By profession, she works in mortgage compliance and is a freelance copyeditor. An avid reader, […]

Me, My Shelf, & I – Episode 6 – Seer Stones: Why Aren’t They Used Today?

May 14 2024 23 mins

In this episode, Jennifer, Zach, and Sarah discuss why seer stones are no longer used today. Throughout this 6 part series, Me, My Shelf, & I will tackle and refute claims about the seer stones head-on using facts from the historical narrative. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (1:35) Background (13:39) Peace Child (21:11) Conclusion Sarah Allen […]

Me, My Shelf, & I – Episode 5 – Seer Stones: Did the Church Lie?

Apr 30 2024 80 mins

In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer, and Zach discuss mentions of the seer stones throughout history. Throughout this 6 part series, Me, My Shelf, & I will tackle and refute claims about the seer stones head-on using facts from the historical narrative. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (5:44) Richard Bushman Statement (6:11) Overview (8:16) Gerrit Dirkmaat Interview (35:39) […]

Me, My Shelf, & I – Episode 4 – Seer Stones: How did Joseph use the Seer Stone?

Apr 02 2024 23 mins

In this episode, Zach, Sarah, and Jennifer discuss the mechanics and methods of the translation process. Throughout this 6 part series, Me, My Shelf, & I will tackle and refute claims about the seer stones head-on using facts from the historical narrative. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (2:58) The Mechanics of Translation (4:24) Curtains (8:12) Methods of […]

Me, My Shelf, & I – Episode 3 – Seer Stones: Post-Biblical Folk Magic

Mar 19 2024 62 mins

In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Zach take us through the history of folk magic through post-biblical times. Throughout this 6 part series, Me, My Shelf, & I will tackle and refute claims about the seer stones head-on using facts from the historical narrative. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (03:40) The fall of Rome and why it […]

Me, My Shelf, & I – Episode 2 – Seer Stones: Ancient Use

Mar 05 2024 44 mins

In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer, and Zach go through ancient uses of seer stones and other objects seen as sacred. In this 6 part series, Me, My Shelf, & I will tackle and refute these claims head-on using facts from the historical narrative. Saints Unscripted Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpYrul0eRjs Allen Hansen’s Research: https://independent.academia.edu/HansenAllen

Me, My Shelf, & I – Episode 1 – Seer Stones: Questions & Criticisms

Feb 20 2024 30 mins

In this episode, Zach, Sarah, and Jennifer go through an overview of the most common criticisms of Joseph Smith’s Seer Stones from all sides. They introduce direct claims from faithful members who dispute the use of Seer Stones as well as critics who attempt to use the seer stones to explain away the Book of […]