The Life and Legacy of Mormon Feminist Carol Lynn Pearson
Summary
Radio West explores the life and legacy of Carolyn Pearson, a poet, activist, and theologian who died in July. Guests Lindsay Hanson Park, Joanna Brooks, and Barbara Jones Brown discuss her unique role as a devout believer and outspoken critic who reshaped modern Mormonism. They examine her newly published diaries, her advocacy for the concept of a Heavenly Mother, and her artistic resistance to patriarchal constraints. The episode highlights how Pearson used her creative work to challenge doctrines like eternal polygamy and support LGBTQ+ inclusion, leaving a profound impact on generations…
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