Through Emma's Eyes- The Podcast
The Podcast talks about all things related to Emma Smith, including health, hobbies, experiences in writing and performing the show, and much more. ​
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SEASON 1
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Episode 11 - Emma's Birthday Celebration - With Special Guests Kimberly Jo Smith and Kyle Woodruff
Release Date: 05 July 2023
What will you do to celebrate the life of someone you admire? Join us for Emma's birthday celebration as we talk about some of her favorite things and how we can pay it forward in her name. With special guests Kimberly Jo Smith and Kyle Woodruff.
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Episode 10 - Meet the Romrells, It's a Family Thing!
Release Date: 21 June 2023
What do you do when you have committed to giving your all, then your all was challenged in ways you weren't prepared for? Do you quit or keep moving on? In this episode we will discuss how to continue to move forward when the mountains before us seem impossible to climb. Time and Qandryl (pronouced can-dree-elle) share how their entire family helped tell Emma's story, while they faced job loss, cancer, and more. Listen to their story of faith and perseverance and find strength to face your own challenges with hope.
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Episode 9 - Emma and Nancy, Lessons Learned
Release Date: 07 June 2023
An affair and illegitimate child, babies lost, compassion and grace- these are the topics we discuss on Episode 9 of Through Emma's Eyes- the Podcast. Learn about the children that Emma and Joseph lost, as well as the relationship between Emma and Nancy, the mistress of Emma's second husband. Would you be able to extend grace so readily?
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Episode 8 - Meet Kyle Woodruff, The Blind Musician
Release Date: 17 May 2023
Husband, father, music teacher, piano and organ player, choir member of a world famous choir - what makes Kyle Woodruff different from other musicians? Come find out and learn more about this man who has helped tell Emma Smith's story.
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Episode 7 - The Story Begins, Part 2
Release Date: 03 May 2023
What happened after Jenny had the spiritual confirmation to tell Emma's story? How did it go from being a few songs to a full-length stage musical? What did her church have to do with it all? Find out in this second part of The Beginning.
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Episode 6 - The Story Begins, Part 1
Release Date: 19 April 2023
"What inspired you to write this musical? How did it all begin?" These are some of the questions Jenny McKinney is asked when it comes to "Through Emma's Eyes". Episode 6 is Part 1 of this story where Jill Best interviews co-host Jenny McKinney. They will have you laughing and full on ugly crying, so make sure you bring the tissues!
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Episode 5 - Meet Julie Rogers, artist extraordinaire
Release Date: 05 April 2023
Julie is a gifted artist that tells the stories of our ancestors through her artwork.
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Episode 4 - Meet Caris Morgenegg Kinman
Release Date: 15 March 2023
Caris played Emma in the 2018 production of "Through Emma's Eyes". You will be moved by her love for her husband and God.
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Episode 3 - Understanding Emma
Release Date: 01 March 2023
Emma Hale Smith was often misunderstood by the choices she made. In this episode, we explore some of the ways she inspires us by being faithful to her husband and God.
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Episode 2 - Meet Kimberly Jo Smith
Release Date: 15 Feb 2023
Meet the great-great-granddaughter of Joseph and Emma Smith. Learn about the things she is doing to stay connected to her heritage. Visit Kimberly Jo Smith's Website
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Episode 1 - Legacies
Release Date: 01 Feb 2023
Learn about the legacy we are building of telling Emma's story.
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Slideshow photos by Kimberly Jo Smith