Exploring the Pilgrims and the True Story of Thanksgiving with John Turner
In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony delves into the often-misunderstood history of the Pilgrims and the first Thanksgiving with guest John Turner, author of 'They Knew They Were Pilgrims: Plymouth Colony and the Contest for American Liberty'. The discussion covers the Pilgrims' motivations for leaving England, their challenging journey on the Mayflower, and their early interactions with Native Americans. Topics also include the true nature of the first Thanksgiving feast, the role of religion in the colony, and the complex legacy of the Pilgrims.
Turner provides insights into his book and previews his upcoming biography of Joseph Smith.
00:00 Introduction to High Strangeness
00:31 Revisiting Historical Narratives
01:14 Thanksgiving Memories and Gratitude
01:59 Introducing John Turner
03:54 John Turner's Background and Interests
06:46 Motivations Behind the Pilgrims' Journey
12:18 The Mayflower and the Journey to the New World
20:15 First Encounters and Settlement Challenges
34:15 Covenanted True Churches
36:02 The Mayflower Compact and Body Politic
36:42 Tensions in Plymouth Colony
39:00 Relations with Native Americans
43:50 The First Thanksgiving
48:59 Plymouth Colony and American Liberty
54:34 Thomas Morton and the Lord of Misrule
58:57 King Philip's War
01:03:07 Enslavement of Native Americans
01:05:42 Reflections on the Pilgrims
01:09:36 Upcoming Projects and Conclusion
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