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@MissDoreen

5 ай бұрын

Peter thank you! I hope you have a great day today😊❤

@MissDoreen

5 ай бұрын

Peter. I just subscribed to Natalias KZread channel She is very lovely and beautiful. 🤩 Have a blessed holiday season. I hope you both have an abundant and prosperous new year! Love always. ❤️🥰

@illmerica322

5 ай бұрын

Damn never heard Jack Mormon before but that's me... Also to the man who has the 30 year old son that hasn't gone back to church yet never lose hope on 36 I started going back when I was 34

@darrenliston6338

5 ай бұрын

Peter find out what the requirements are to carry that card. It’s pretty much extortion. A religion ruled by fear.

@julieshoemake5561

5 ай бұрын

Soon as I see your new video out, I just click on it, then I look to see what it's about😂 I love your videos! All of them

Love that Peter's channel has turned into an amalgam of history, anthropology, geography, religion and philosophy, all with a very simple approach. Everything else like this is way too hyperfocused on one aspect. Peter's giving us the everyday look at tons of human communities all across America, which is vested with so much of world-influencing history. Thank you sir, long may it continue!

@Faaitu

5 ай бұрын

I agree. I just hope he doesn't get sucked in and loose track.

@crowcrow1465

5 ай бұрын

lose track of what, it seems like he is absolutely following the right path regarding his content lately.@@Faaitu I've followed Peter for years and as a guy from Philly am loving the insight into all of these different cultures living among us in the USA.

@Faaitu

5 ай бұрын

@@crowcrow1465 I agree. I just thought the 'invitation for dinner interview' with the Mormon group in Provo , was a little mushy. I thought he was going to explore the complete political control the church has over the entire state. The U.S. constitution clearly separates the two. There have been wrongful execution in the state because the church strongly condones the death penalty. They use the "eye for an eye" saying in the Bible to justify their reasoning.

@VioletACordy

5 ай бұрын

💥❤🌲❤🌳💙😎💥YES💙🩵🌈🔆I SHARE YOUR SENTIMENTS 💥PS 🌳🌲🌳🌲🌲🌈🔆BRILLIANT PETER💥😃💥YOUR DOCUMENTARY ~ VIDEO ~ INTERVIEW IS VERY INTERESTING FROM AN ANTHROPOLOGICAL ~ SOCIOPOLOGICAL POINT DE VUE 😎🙉I ONLY MET ONE YOUNG MORMON COUPLE (of Italian-Canadian + Anglo-Saxon American ancestry ~ living in Ontario) DELIGHTFUL, KIND, PROFESSIONAL FAMILY WITH 7 WELL-EDUCATED GORGEOUS CHILDREN🩵💙❤💜😃💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥

@vendingdudes

4 ай бұрын

​@@crowcrow1465he means he hopes Peter keeps doing these in the same curious, polite free-wheeling way instead of morphing into an agenda driven platform

I grew up in Snowflake and am related to all the interviewees on this video. I had the best childhood anyone could imagine there in Snowflake, all the family and friend relationships are priceless.

@danielj6824

5 ай бұрын

Sounds like you're related to me then!

@dontgetcocky

5 ай бұрын

@@danielj6824 Good stock!

@Woketard

5 ай бұрын

You better not be a snowflake that gets offended easily

@stevenmelzer6670

5 ай бұрын

I lived there too! I really had the best memories from there. The road to our house was dirt. Still wonder to this day what it would be like if my family stayed there.

@D.E..

5 ай бұрын

My parents lived in Snowflake, back in the 70's.

Keith is my step dad. Thanks for showing your viewers our unique corner of the world.

@keithflake9144

5 ай бұрын

Love you tons, son!

@hahafalseflag5090

4 ай бұрын

@@keithflake9144great job Mr. Keith.

@donnagruber-macomber3127

4 ай бұрын

You have one beautiful town Mr. Keith. I pray one day ill be able to provide enoigh to move my kids to a beautiful place as such ​@keithflake9144

@keithflake9144

4 ай бұрын

@@donnagruber-macomber3127 You will be welcome in our town!

@iamReddington

2 ай бұрын

@@keithflake9144 Mr. Keith, is it possible to buy "Snowflake an inheritance of faith" and "Finding Snowflake" dvd online? Would love to support you!

Hi Peter, I wasn’t sure the best way to reach out but I hope that this message finds you. I just have to tell you how much of an impact you have had on my life brother. My world turned upside down during Covid, after a horrible divorce and being separated from my two young kids, I fell into a long-term and somewhat complex depression and felt completely stuck. I can say with complete certainty that your videos are the reason I am here right now and why my life is starting to go in the direction that it is. Your videos gave me real connection when I was stuck in self-isolation and did not know how to get out. Thank you Peter

@JacquelineLeubin

4 ай бұрын

I hope you are feeling much better now. Much love and best wishes to you and blessings in everything you do.

@EweCantHandletheTruth

3 ай бұрын

Hopefully it’s at least taught you to get out and explore your surroundings, meet new people and put things in perspective. Peter has so many videos and so many interactions with people from all walks of life that even though you’ve been going through a rough time, the positives CAN outweigh the negatives if you are willing to take them in….

@keithflake9144

14 күн бұрын

From spending a day with Peter I'd say he has an innate love for mankind!

This Flake guy did an amazing job describing the religion and temples. Peter, amazing interviews. I really have enjoyed your visit to Shiprock, NM that is one of my favorites.

@briandavis6898

5 ай бұрын

Snowflake, AZ was named by the Snow family and the Flake family.

@koko00713

3 ай бұрын

I agree, he did a good job and you can tell he's just a regular guy who lived his life in the community and the religion (as opposed to being a paid representative of the religion with scripted/sanitized answers)

The great impact Peter's work has on me is that it teaches me rather deeply about the stuff I only knew bits and pieces from the "media". Born and raised in Ukraine I always saw Mormon missionaries who were teaching English, Biblical classes, volunteering in the local communities. But I honestly never knew a lot about them up until now. Awesome series about all kinds of Christian communities in the US, thanks a lot.

@kathybailey436

5 ай бұрын

Mormons call themselves christian but they do not believe in the Godhead (the Father, Son and Holy Spirit). They are the largest cult in America.

@HowlettYT

5 ай бұрын

Mormons are not Christians

@kfb6158

5 ай бұрын

They are not Christians. Very little, they believe DOCTRINALLY lines up with historical Christianity. They are nice and decent people but what they believe does not equal Christianity.

@David_Liu93

5 ай бұрын

@@kfb6158 I guess you are right, not an expert on the subject but they definitely have way more going on than is in the Bible. But by Christian communities I also meant Peter's series about Amish people.

@thetortureneverstops

5 ай бұрын

Were you raised Orthodox or something else?

WOAH! Did anyone else catch this… the Mormon guy saying “several hundred Navajo kids lived in government sponsored dormitory schools here because THERE WAS NOT ADEQUATE EDUCATION ON THE RESERVATIONS“. I think Peter should do a series on that topic, the American Indian boarding schools, forcing children into assimilation. There are still plenty of survivors around and school buildings.

@robbhays8077

5 ай бұрын

If you actually know the history, it's closer to what he described than what you described. Living and education conditions were (and are) horrendous on the reservation.

@katydid2877

5 ай бұрын

@@robbhays8077 Many send their kids to public schools for that very reason.

@nikkita1688

5 ай бұрын

Definitely different experiences at each of the schools. ​@@robbhays8077

@taztaztaz

5 ай бұрын

Peter did do a whole video series on native tribes in America.. maybe a year or so ago.. videos are still up.. fascinating series.. many interviews about all those topics

@youngrezwarrior

5 ай бұрын

⁠@@robbhays8077 An estimated 50,000 Native American children went through the program many came forward and claimed they were sexually abused during then, nothing good comes out of forcibly converting and assimilating anybody it’s horrible it’s crazy Mormons are proud of it they also think us natives are dark because we sinned

Thank you for sharing Keith with us. Keith has such a calmness, peacefulness with such wisdom and love for his faith. One of your best episodes!

@ms.keeton2884

5 ай бұрын

Keith and Sarah are so brave to have left.

@WMusick

5 ай бұрын

Keith is a real "Stand Up" gentleman. The world needs more like him.

@ValerieGriner

5 ай бұрын

What did they leave? Just curious. I don't think that they would have left their church, but maybe they did.(??) Either way, they are lovely people.@@ms.keeton2884

@John3.36

5 ай бұрын

There are some good documentaries out there about Mormonism on KZread. One is, "Test of a prophet the Bible vs. Joseph Smith", "The Lost Book of Abraham", and the last is "DNA vs. Book of Mormon".

@NostalgiaKillah_

5 ай бұрын

I am not religious at all, and tend to steer clear of it, but I could listen to Keith talk for hours! He is such a kind, gentle, intelligent, open minded and well versed man. He’s a Not your typical in your face kinda guy that I respect and admire.

I have a home right outside of Snowflake and my kids live there in Snowflake. We aren't LDS but I love that town and am crying because I miss it. This was wonderful to see.

@keithflake9144

5 ай бұрын

We hope you will come sometime to visit the kids!

@abbypalos6633

5 ай бұрын

@@keithflake9144 we're actually able to get back for the weekend.

A non Saturday video? Let’s go!!!! 👍

@larsstougaard7097

5 ай бұрын

Yes the answer to our prayers 😁🙏💜✨️

@joshuabray37

5 ай бұрын

Ha! I was going to comment as well. Mid-week video, nice surprise… Like all of his series’s, this one has been really good.

@_Merica_USA

5 ай бұрын

@@joshuabray37 10000%

@movingforwardfco1587

5 ай бұрын

A Sunday tradition at Moving Forward Foreclosure Cleanouts in Phoenix, Arizona. Much like Steve Harvey on the road I like sharing good in our world and Peter is absolutely that and no judgements. Hands down respect and will continue to support. Make your day amazing and never stop moving forward!!

I have been in mormon´s temple even I´m an atheist, it had open door event after it was build. So I guess it was once in lifetime for me to get in. It was beautiful inside. It had huge chandeliers and I felt so peaceful in there. There were many different kind of rooms and paintings on the walls.

@SeanyeMidWest

5 ай бұрын

Any time a new temple is built or undergoes major renovations and reopened there is always a couple months long open house for the community to come and visit the temple. I am glad you had the opportunity to visit one.

@LajRa5

5 ай бұрын

I'm a "mormon" and we believe that peaceful feeling you felt in the temple is God speaking peace and love to you. I'm not sure of you believe that but, regardles, I'm glad you felt that way😊

@DannyAGray

5 ай бұрын

Not sure where you live, but temple open houses are going on frequently these days.

@tiiatuuli339

5 ай бұрын

There is only one in my country so I dont think I will see it again inside. There arent that many mormons here, so dont think they will build another. @@SeanyeMidWest

@tiiatuuli339

5 ай бұрын

Yes fairytales just like my ex religion JWs. They have so many similar things, that exmo youtube videos have been huge help my exit journey from JWs. JWs doesnt have only JWs places, everyone are welcome to everywhere to visit, nothing like mormon´s temple. No secret rituals. Only one book is forbidden for non male and you need to be an elder to get it. I knew that book but my JW elder dad did good job to hide from me when I was little girl. I got the copy of it and I have been reading most part of it just cos I´m curious. If you stop to be an elder they need to give that book back. Sorry not sorry that I have read it as female. 😂

I grew up a member of the church in snowflake, although I am no longer active in the church, I am truly thankful for that little town and the beautiful people in it who helped create the childhood I lived. Thank you for sharing.

if you can, you should visit the Mormon compounds in Mexico. That would be super interesting.

@leemontoya8028

5 ай бұрын

The Mormon's go to place's with poor people! and give them food! So the people say! let's join!!!!

@jacktrout5807

5 ай бұрын

Colonies not compounds.

@harikrishbhat

5 ай бұрын

Why would you call it a compound?

@jacktrout5807

5 ай бұрын

​@@leemontoya8028 they went to Mexico to avoid persecution for polygamy. They had no food but they had a knowledge of farming. They had to pay off the federales and local government to stay. ... it had little or nothing to do with missionary work at that time.

@devincenatiempo2238

5 ай бұрын

Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico. The Romneys (Mitt Romney) are from there. Pretty interesting to have a bunch of English speaking white Mormoms in the middle of Mexico.

I enjoy these videos so much that I get quite sad when they're over. What a film maker! 👏

@eastsde5

5 ай бұрын

😂bruh he dropped this not even 30 mins ago you haven't even finished the short film yet and your expressing this comment.... Make it make sense bucko

@DefenderPuma

5 ай бұрын

@@eastsde5 Did you learn about tenses at school?

I am so grateful that I found your channel. I’m German, living in Australia, and it is so refreshing to see America ,away from the Hollywood image.

@hahafalseflag5090

4 ай бұрын

Never believe Hollywood

Some of your videos should be standard watching in high school classes. Not just this subject, but ones from your other travels across USA and the world. You ask the right questions without sounding bias, and get very detailed and informative responses.

@Kchick92

5 ай бұрын

I thought about this too! My US History hs teacher would of ate all these videos up ! Weekly Peter Santenello videos for sure 😂

@ladygardener100

5 ай бұрын

They don't know that mist of the problems of the world are due to religion and overpopulation

@SpaceFlye

4 ай бұрын

His videos are what the journalistic standard should be: an unbiased approach to getting information without a vested political ideology pushing for a desired answer.

@daylehudson6810

2 ай бұрын

Religion should not be taught in high school

@commandojay1915

2 ай бұрын

@@daylehudson6810 teaching the history of religion is not the same as teaching religion. And most of his videos are not about religion.

Hey you were in my town! And I worked with Keith and Reed for 15 years editing their videos! So cool to see this pop up in my feed! Thanks for doing this!

@PeterSantenello

5 ай бұрын

That must have been a blast!

@keithflake9144

5 ай бұрын

Those were the good ole days! Good memories!

Peter, you are putting in work, man… Please don’t ever stop pumping these out!

@andyt9808

5 ай бұрын

Better documentaries than any tv channel 👌🏽

@teena4rl211

5 ай бұрын

Amen to that.

I'm from Mesa, Arizona. I also happened to be a descendant of Erastus Snow who is my 4th great grandpa. I've been to Snowflake once as a kid. All the people i've ever met from snowflake or friends i've had that have ties to Snowflake have been some of the best people! Also, this gentlemen Keith just seems so genuine and kind. Love this video Peter!!

@know-body2519

5 ай бұрын

Mesa, the Salt Lake City of Arizona

@JacksonHalm

5 ай бұрын

LOL and Gilbert is like the Provo haha@@know-body2519

Thank You for the great content. Honestly as a Canadian watching from the north its very easy to get caught up in the negative news from the United States. Your videos help balance out that loud noise from certain sections of the general media.

I grew up in Alabama. I moved to Arizona for a new life because I had friends there. I remember there being a thrift store across the street from where I lived that sold stuff for extremely cheap. I swear I could get a button up dress shirt and some job interview dress pants for only like $6. I kept wondering how the store made a profit off of it, just to find out they don’t. It was owned by the Mormon church, and they made it very inexpensive just to help people. They even would even give you a Book of Mormon for free at the checkout. That told me everything I needed to know about LDS. They’re a bunch of loving and caring people who truly want to do good in a world of wrong.

@DannyAGray

5 ай бұрын

The thrift store was Deseret Industries (D.I. for short) and it's a great resource for many people! I'm glad you found value in it

@HoneyKrisp69

5 ай бұрын

The D.I. haven't been to one in a while

@AuroraP4t3L

5 ай бұрын

You clearly haven't studied the real religion or culture...

@dianenaylor4770

5 ай бұрын

@@-SupraMari0-Haters gonna hate. 🤷🏻‍♀️

@MyName-nx1jj

4 ай бұрын

It's not hate, it's simply the truth.@@dianenaylor4770

Wild stuff Peter! Growing up in AZ it was funny that Snowflake was always called a "Morman" town and now I know what everyone meant. I've been there many times through the years visiting friends. Thanks for spotlighting a good, honest people and community. Talk about a small world, I've been in/at several rodeos that Reed announced and love the family connection that Sheriff Clouse appeared in another video! Thank you so much for finding Keith and adding another chapter in this awesome series. I think I'm like most of your followers that appreciate your take on topics that inform/teach us about things, people and places we only know bits and pieces about. Can't wait to see what's next!

@anchorbrandranch

5 ай бұрын

👍🏿⚓️

Extremely interesting video. As a non-Mormon who lives in Utah, this video series has given me a completely different perspective on the church and all the people who follow it. Thank you for the work you do Peter.

My parents worked in that temple for many years. I grew up in Eagar about an hour from Snowflake. It warms my heart to see Peter visit this area.

My family is LDS and some of the original pioneers to settle the White Mountains in AZ (including Snowflake). I’m so happy you’re showcasing the generous, hard working people of this area. Thank you Peter for all the great things you and Natalia are doing to show the stories of our American communities. May God bless you abundantly for all you do!!

I am jewish and have always felt a kinship with the Mormons. Tremendous respect for their culture

@tomerkritz

5 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 bizarre take 😂

@dherman0001

5 ай бұрын

​@@tomerkritzMormons have the same religious structure as Jews, with Aaronic and Melchizedek priests, that every father acts as the priest for his family. Temple ordinances, sacred clothing, etc.

@BobbyEngels-Natsariym

5 ай бұрын

@@dherman0001they also have the same thing in common and that is that they both are religions steeped in man made religious traditions and non biblical ideologies

@Dive-Bar-Casanova

5 ай бұрын

Zion@@tomerkritz

@Misa_Susaki

5 ай бұрын

And they're both wildly persecuted and seen as "cultists and weird". Both driven out of their home countries. I'm glad to say that I also feel a kinship towards the jews as lds, and most of us do.

I grew up and live in Mesa (which was founded/settled by Mormons, as are many of the cities in the Phoenix Metro area), spent many summers around the Rim and White Mountains (which is where a lot of these small Mormon-founded communities like Snowflake and Taylor are). Mormons are good people, peculiar and not without faults, but I generally found them to be awesome neighbors and friends and I'm glad series like this shows them as they are. Some of their beliefs and ways are strange and different to me, but having grown up with plenty of LDS friends, they aren't as bad as they are sometimes portrayed to be.

@janiceellerholz-helton324

5 ай бұрын

I think the LDS church should be a disband

@whimsofmim

5 ай бұрын

@@janiceellerholz-helton324 Well, notice I kept my comments focused on Mormons (the individuals) and didn't mention their church. As far as I can tell, there is plenty of corruption of hypocrisy in their church. There are some channels here on YT with ex-Mormons who discuss it in detail (and it looks like Peter just released a video talking with an ex-mormon about why they left, but I haven't watched it yet). I just wanted to say, in general, they are good group of people (no less deserving of our understanding than groups like the Amish or Catholics). Just another group of people who believe different things, but by and large, they are family people are very willing to help people out.

@John3.36

5 ай бұрын

There are some good documentaries out there about Mormonism on KZread. One is, "Test of a prophet the Bible vs. Joseph Smith", "The Lost Book of Abraham", and the last is "DNA vs. Book of Mormon".

You are killing it Peter. Keep it up. I understand you may have put off many life decisions to film these videos for us. I hope your family travels with you sometimes although I understand it could be difficult. With all that said I hope you are showing us this beautiful world for many more years

So cool to see Peter visit my hometown! I can honestly say that growing up as a member of the church in Snowflake shaped who I am for the best. Thanks for the video, Peter! Your non-judgmental interview style is what this world needs.

The quality of these documentaries is insane! It's better than many big productions!!

As a member of the Church, thank you, Peter, for the genuine respect you always show my fellow believers. This good man is a real gem and did a stand-up job of explaining our beliefs.

@t55079

5 ай бұрын

Agreed!

I moved to Snowflake 5 months ago then just moved to an even smaller town 40 miles away 4 weeks ago. My first time living in Arizona and I’m loving it. I resigned from the LDS church before I moved here and I still fit in great because I lived the common culture here faithfully for 53 years. I’m a very happy non-Mormon living in the heart of northern AZ MormonLand and it’s pretty great so far! Much better than the 33 years I spent in Salt Lake City. Thanks for this great series, Peter! You make my favorite content!

@surfingtothestars

5 ай бұрын

Utah mormons are almost their own culture from other mormons. lol

@ChickenStamps

5 ай бұрын

@@surfingtothestars I agree with that! I was born and raised in San Diego,CA and my Mormon life was WAY different there than in Utah.

@Kevin-rz6lm

5 ай бұрын

@@surfingtothestars It can be seen that way. I'm a Salt Lake Mormon, but have lived in Colorado as a cadet at the Air Force Academy, in Texas as a professor at Texas A&M, as a professor at Univ of Utah, as a professor at Idaho State Univ, as professor in Minsk, Belarus, and as a science lab administrator in Sydney, Australia. So I have seen quite a bit from the secular point of view at a variety of places. My point is that Mormons can be a lot of different things. Salt Lake Mormons are seen as different from Utah Mormons. Idaho Mormons are different just as Arizona Mormons are different. The competition as to who is more sanctimonious? I think what is in the hearts of Mormons is more enduring than what you may see on the street. It can be said that even the most pious from any location can either be sincere or a fraud. I have seen fraud even in the loftiest pillars of the community from the wealthiest neighborhoods along the Wasatch Front. My problem is that when I took upon myself the Code of an Air Force Office at USAFA, I also committed to the non-tolerance clause of the Honor Code. While I don't disavow the religion because of a few bad apples, I also cannot fraternize with them, and I will not lecture them because that would be useless for a sanctimonious hypocrite. So I just get along with them and keep to myself. Now I am not resentful. I have known a lot of good ones that are truly sincere and honest people. But I don't have time to deal with the others as I am a professional that has a lot on my plate with malfeasance in my professional community that places lives in my sphere of responsibility at risk. I manage and administer research nuclear reactors, so I dont'' have time for insubordination, ignorance, and immaturity. Now there is something I want to say about Snowflake and Colorado City. These are genuine people. They are sincere. You have gotten the real deal with them. I saw nothing that I thought was phony. I would have any of them as neighbors any time. I can't say that about some of the east-side Salt Lake neighbors. And that I think is what the difference is between Salt Lake Mormons and Others. However, a few among the others are intolerably, overly pious "seminary jet-setters" that are a little too much for me to gut. There is a fine line. And I think the world sees the same. My 2nd great grandfather was a Methodist Episcopal lay preacher from the Iowa circuit during the last half of the 1800's, so I see this from that perspective.

@hazelwalker6570

5 ай бұрын

If only the church leaders would comply with the noncompliance honor code. Wouldn’t that be something?

@hazelwalker6570

5 ай бұрын

Non tolerance I mean

Your videos are so amazing and unique, Peter. Don’t ever stop. Such amazing beautiful people. I’ve followed you from East LA to Appalachia to Amish country now to Arizona Mormons and I can’t wait for your next adventure. This country is amazing.

Peter, I just love your channel. So positive & uplifting. You make learning about different groups of people intriguing as well as informative. Thank you for showing us all these precious people & I bet that Mexican food was delicious, it looked so authentic, yummy!❤

Thank you Peter for your respectful and skilled interviews into the lives of so many diverse people. It’s a joy to learn from and about others.

Aloha Peter, you need to come here to North Shore, O’ahu. When I moved here from the continent I was really surprised at the large population of LDS. The temple in Laie is gorgeous. Laie is also home to BYU-Hawai’i and many of their students work at Polynesian Cultural Center and represent a large percentage of Micronesian and South Pacific island nations. I don’t know much about LDS and am personally not LDS but I am fascinated and would love to learn more about the history here. Mahalo!

@gwengold8154

5 ай бұрын

I agree! I hope that Peter will take you up on your suggestion.

@MokuleiaVibes

5 ай бұрын

@@gwengold8154 MaiTai on me! Esp since the people he would be interviewing wouldnt offer him one haha!

@iloveyou4always

5 ай бұрын

A Hawaiian series in general would be fascinating- native Hawaiians, lds on north shore, Maui rebuilding, heaps of filipino immigrants etc

@MokuleiaVibes

5 ай бұрын

@@iloveyou4always yes and the Micronesians, Samoans and Tongans. A lot here!

@MokuleiaVibes

5 ай бұрын

@@iloveyou4always and Peter could go to Waianae and talk to the large tent city there. Displaced kanaka. He would really help bringing more light to this horrible consequence of colonization and illegal overthrow of the monarchy.

My ancestors are some of the Mormon pioneers that settled Southern Arizona. They settled the area around Tombstone, before it was ever a thing & other cities in the South East. I’m super grateful to have that heritage and I appreciate all they’ve done for this great state.

@acinfla9615

5 ай бұрын

My mother’s family had a ranch just north of Benson. I never met my mom’s father and only seen my mother’s mother once so I don’t know anything about that side of the family. Their last name was Gibson and supposedly my grandmother was born in Mexico.

Peter, These videos should be logged and saved into the archives. This is important stuff. Documenting folks and their beliefs etc.

Man I just found your channel about two weeks ago and I’ve watched every video you’ve put out. I absolutely love your content. It’s so eye opening and utterly fascinating! Thank you for the many hours of enjoyment!

@PeterSantenello

5 ай бұрын

Wow! That's crazy. But thank you, I'm glad you're liking the content.

Peter my wife and I get more excited for these than the Netflix series. That says something about where media, and content is going. KEEP IT UP!

@PeterSantenello

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! :)

@Yes_Anastasia

5 ай бұрын

Isn’t that crazy? I watch only KZread these days. I find that most of these small creators do so much more in-depth research than any larger, mainstream networks.

@OutdoorCanadians

5 ай бұрын

@@PeterSantenello no thank you! Each episode the idea of an extra hand around the house seems more attainable! 😂🤭🤫

I'd love to grab a root beer with Keith and just talk to him about his whole life story. What a gem of a human being. Thanks for sharing this video with us all.

@keithflake9144

5 ай бұрын

Always looking for an excuse to have a root beer (with ice cream) Come on to Snowflake!

I'm from Texas, but I have been deep into these videos on the Mormons, Utah and all the other videos you've been doing around that part of America. Thank you for introducing us to such interesting and nice folks. God bless them and God bless you.

@DannyAGray

5 ай бұрын

If you have any questions, I'd be happy to clarify our faith.

@ValerieGriner

5 ай бұрын

You need to watch the podcast, "Mormon Stories"...for all things ex-Mormon. Hosted by John Dehlin. It's excellent!

@DannyAGray

5 ай бұрын

@@ValerieGriner John Dehlin abused people, had multiple lawsuits against him for sexual assault, doxxed his own sister when she didn't support him, and thinks black people who join the church are stupid and misguided and attacks them publicly. That's the kind of person you think is "excellent?"

@AuroraP4t3L

5 ай бұрын

This doesn't tell you the real teachings and culty things about all of the LDS sects

Love it! My extended family is from St. John’s, AZ near there. The number of national politicians, judges, prominent businessmen, church leaders, University presidents, and other VIPs that have come out of that little corner of the world is simply astounding. About 8 different US senators have ties to the area. I lived there for a summer doing a legal clerkship and tried to learn as much as I could about the history of the area. It has an amazing history, better than any Western. Still love to go back when I can on the family homestead up in the White Mountains.

@paleofemme

5 ай бұрын

Do you know any Overson’s (also spelled Oveson) or Whitings? My father-in-law was raised there.

@tylerahlstrom4553

5 ай бұрын

Whitings.

@markbell9973

5 ай бұрын

Of course! ....from a Udall (in exile ha)

@markbell9973

5 ай бұрын

Cora Overson who ran the lunch at St Johns elementary. I could go back in the kitchen for bottomless seconds. From scratch rolls...stews..."pink dyed soapsuds" jello. S'kuse me my mouth be waterin r.n.

@markbell9973

5 ай бұрын

My partner in crime cousin Karma Udall married to Ken "Sam" Whiting? Hell yes.

I am Mormon by birth but no longer am one, but I have enjoyed your videos so much, and especially this one. They are so adorable !!! They remind me of my Mormon settler family and ancestors. My Great Grandma was that head pioneer/storyteller of another small town settled by historic pioneer families. They are hardworking , faithful , full hearted people with so many fun stories :) I love the people so much more than the religion :)

@texnewmexneen

5 ай бұрын

Very well put ❤

@arizonasgotheat

5 ай бұрын

Love the people, hate the religion.

I have loved these LDS videos, Peter. My mom grew up in a very small Mormon community outside Gallup New Mexico called Ramah. They lived on a ranch and worked along with the Indians. This was 1950s. We visited this area last summer. It’s literally out in the middle of nowhere and a beautiful, wild and an untamed place. The only church in the middle of the community is LDS. Still lots of native Americans in the area.

@Bryc3R15

5 ай бұрын

My grandma grew up there as well she was a Wilkins and Bloomfield

"I forgot my hair person also" - bald people humor i can appreciate!

Peter is an absolute genius. Peter's talent had superceded that of youtube. Most underrated there is!

As much as I do not agree with what the LDS religion preaches, well most religions really… this series has been really insightful. I come from a country where religious influence is becoming non-existent and we do have Mormons but it’s been interesting to hear it from the people themselves.

@TickleMeElmo55

5 ай бұрын

If you disagree with "most religions" then probably you don't understand their doctrine. Pretty rich what you said when you admit that you "come from a country where religious influence is becoming non-existent."

What I see in some of these wonderful videos from here in the UK is not just the interesting bits about the differences between humans, but also how at heart a lot of us have similar family values and that so many people are good on this planet. Thank you to the people of snowflake for giving us a look into their lives.

I'm so glad you showed the rural LDS perspective! I grew up in the Salt Lake Valley and now live in a small town in Central Utah. It is such a different feeling and I've grown to love it so much

Great job showcasing some of the different lifestyles and communities from the mormon faith. I served in the military with an LDS who I considered my best friend up until he passed away 2 years ago. I learned a lot from him over the years, but this series has shown me a lot more. It was great to see the sheriff you had in the native series too.

Another great learning experience. Many years ago I worked for an LDS doctor in a rural are with very few LDS. I never ask him about his faith and maybe I understand what he stood for better now.

Very impressed by young Sheriff,exceptionally well spoken and informed re life.I love learning through you Peter,your subject matter always informative.🦘🇦🇺🎄

Thank you. I'm a former member, and this man's sincerity is touching.

I love this story. It's interesting to learn about the LDS members.

@DannyAGray

5 ай бұрын

Do you have any questions I can answer for you about the faith?

I’ve been watching your documentaries for a long time on KZread and I really appreciate your work and I enjoy watching them . I wanted to say thank you for telling the real stories on every documentary that you do and I’m looking forward to the next one that you come out with..

Great Episode Peter. Excellent editing Natalia. Thanks for letting us in Keith and sharing your knowledge. Cheers all. 🇨🇦

The community of Snowflake is beautiful. Thank you Peter for showing, sharing, and educating us in this beautiful way.

I grew up in AZ as a Mormon and now live in Utah as a non-Mormon. I will say there is quite a difference in Mormons from Utah vs outside the bubble like this man here. I left the religion for the history but this is the Mormonism that I will always support - general kindness and empathy for others (you don’t have to be religious to learn that but growing up Mormon definitely instills these values in you). Loved this video! Thanks for sharing this series with us ❤

@hayteren

5 ай бұрын

The pure true religion always calls one back

@DannyAGray

5 ай бұрын

I grew up in Phoenix and then moved to Salt Lake (I live in Tooele now). The more I learn about the history of the faith, and the more that history is clarified by reputable historians, the more I love it and draw closer to the church.

Dear Peter, I have to say that living Spain, I've always wanted to visit the US. Maybe its 'cause of all that Hollywood show us in the movies or the expectation to find something new and amazing. Nowadays I sit back, relax, and enjoy your videos watching other peoples lifes and stories. Its been a pleasure and I've learned a lot from each and every one of them. I still have that itch to come to the US, and maybe with a bit more time I'll be able to, 'till then, I'll keep learning and enjoying this amazing stories you provide. Thanks for the work you do, and I hope you can keep doing it for as long as you want it. Cheers, J.

@markbell9973

5 ай бұрын

Come, man! Ppl in my home town of San Juan/ Saint Johns. About 40% of the villagers came over from Galicia some 250 yrs ago. They still prefer to be called Spanish not Mexican. They were citizens of Spain by birth, of Mexico and the U.S. by annexation and such. Speak Spanish with the Chavez's and Gallegos. Apparently it is the (strange😊❤) dialect of Gallicia to this day. Y la comida....mmmm! Muy sabrosa y deliciosa. Chile verde y colorado! Tamales!! Melts in your mouth!!!

@PeterSantenello

5 ай бұрын

Thanks J! I lived in Valencia one winter, it's a great place.

@keithflake9144

5 ай бұрын

When you visit the U.S. we invite you to Snowflake!

What a warm person with a positive outlook. Very interesting video. Thank you!

My mom grew up in Snowflake and her parents kept their house there until they passed a few years ago. We would go up from our home in Phoenix to spend the summers up there. It was, in a word, idyllic. I love Snowflake and the people there. Seeing that you explored the town and visited some of my old friends and relatives makes me so happy!!!

Thank you Peter for your coverage and journey learning about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I just received my Endowment yesterday and had a confirmation of the Savior Jesus Christ. My road as a convert is different from those with historical pioneer roots. The Temple is truly something different and completely respected by the faithful. Hope you’ve enjoyed learning about the faith 👍

@gwengold8154

5 ай бұрын

Congratulations. That is wonderful news. 🎉

@DannyAGray

5 ай бұрын

Congrats on your endowment! What temple did you go through?

@evanchurch3549

5 ай бұрын

Congrats! I like how the interviewee said he wishes he was born 100 years ago so he could have the pioneer experience. I feel the same way sometimes when I read through my ancestors journals. It’s exciting that you get to be a pioneer now and set a legacy for your family in the generations to come!

@keithflake9144

5 ай бұрын

You are a pioneer! Now come and attend the Snowflake temple with Jodi and me. Congrats! Keith

I loved seeing these old ranchers talk about their families and religion. It reminded me of my grandfather. Thanks, Peter.

I swear the First Gentleman is a genuinely good guy.

I like that you format is like a neutral ground. I've watched many of your vids and they are all of a calm atmosphere, easy to watch and listen to, as well as learn so much of so many subjects in life. Thank you Peter!

Peter, you should go and visit a new temple, but go to one before it is dedicated so that you can go inside and go through all of the rooms!!!

My great-great grandfather, Joseph Buck Wakefield, and his wife, Aretha Bates, helped to found Taylor, Arizona (right next to Snowflake). I have never been, but have spent time trying to learn about my ancestors. He served missions to the Navajo, and they called him "Honest Joe" because he treated them fairly and with love. Thank you for showing me a bit of what my ancestors helped to build.

@oonassalon1108

5 ай бұрын

My husband is descended from them as well.

@SeanyeMidWest

5 ай бұрын

@@oonassalon1108 Really? That's awesome! A distant relative. But anyone else descended from Joseph Buck must also be a cool person!

What great people you found there in Snowflake! Thanks to you and to them for taking the time to share with us.

Expanding my knowledge of the ways of the world is an ongoing journey. Thank you Peter Santinello for taking us along for this awesome journey. Merry Christmas too!

00:39 🌵 Mormon settlers in Arizona, encouraged by Brigham Young, were instructed to settle in the desert and make it flourish. 01:52 🏜 While proud of their pioneer heritage, modern LDS members emphasize the pioneering efforts of new converts changing cultures. 03:06 📜 The history of Mormon settlers often involves complex family backgrounds, including polygamy and racial issues. 05:08 🌐 The LDS Church has experienced significant growth in membership and has expanded worldwide, influencing missionary work and cultural understanding. 08:17 🏛 Temples are sacred places where LDS members perform ordinances, such as baptisms for the deceased, emphasizing eternal family bonds. 11:15 🤫 The LDS Temple's rituals are considered sacred, although basic information about the temple is openly shared. 12:23 🌟 The location of certain temples aims to accommodate Native American members, with some sessions conducted entirely in Navajo. 16:03 🤝 Eternal sealing in the temple allows LDS members to be united with family members in the afterlife, emphasizing commitments beyond this life. 17:46 🌌 LDS doctrine includes a belief in pre-existence, where individuals chose to come to Earth based on free agency, even Satan is considered a spiritual sibling. 19:06 🛡 While respecting authority and governmental systems, LDS members do participate in military service but prioritize peaceful approaches to conflict. 20:41 ⚔ LDS missionary efforts contribute to language expertise and cultural understanding in organizations like the FBI and CIA. 23:30 🏞 Snowflake, Arizona, with its diverse influences, remains a unique blend of Native American, Mexican, Pioneer, and LDS cultures. 25:37 🌟 The pioneering spirit remains alive in Snowflake, reflecting resilience, self-reliance, and a vibrant community spirit. 27:50 🌨 Lucy, a Mormon settler, once embarrassedly used a "square word" while stuck in the snow, surprising her kids. 28:50 👮‍♂ Law enforcement in the area includes LDS members, forming a close-knit community. 30:43 🌄 The area's LDS population spans generations but doesn't stay equally devout throughout. 32:38 🚔 Locally, law enforcement often includes a high number of LDS members. 34:01 💼 Faith, regardless of denomination, aids law enforcement in handling difficult situations. 35:38 🏞 The community's support makes law enforcement's job easier and the area safer. 36:47 👥 Law enforcement witnesses the best and worst in people, impacting their perspective profoundly. 37:57 🎖 Strong community support uplifts law enforcement amidst national tensions. 40:43 🐎 Rodeo videos served as a pivotal resource for rodeo enthusiasts in the past. 43:41 🏞 Ranching is a passion despite the challenges and office work it now entails. 46:11 🛐 Being a good example and citizen often holds as much weight as religious practice. 51:30 💑 Marriage in the LDS faith is intended to last beyond this lifetime, aiming for eternity. 52:59 🏠 Keith built a house with a Hacienda vibe, inspired by Mexico. 53:41 👫 Keith and Jody met on a blind date in Snowflake and celebrated 26 years together. 54:06 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A family-oriented home with pictures of children and grandchildren, emphasizing the significance of the LDS temple. 54:47 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A larger family structure with 40 grandchildren between Keith and Jody, somewhat uncommon in the LDS community. 55:00 🎻 Keith's family has a musical background, his father playing the bass fiddledespite being a violinist. 55:41 📜 A touching moment when Keith inherited his father's conducting baton, emphasizing the musical legacy in the family. 56:08 🇺🇸 Keith's father's life transformed after returning from WWII, becoming a missionary and finding faith in Jesus Christ. 57:11 🏞 LDS lifestyle: While they have modern amenities, they find peace and joy in their faith in Jesus Christ, akin to the Amish way of life. 57:39 👋 Visiting Snowflake: A unique community with a distinct perspective on ranching and a close-knit atmosphere.

@cherylinchrist4826

5 ай бұрын

Mormons want everyone to think they are Christian. They believe in thousands of god's, they believe they will be god and have their own planet and enjoy endless sex on their own planet. They are very much like Muslims in that regard.

@michaelwoods8654

5 ай бұрын

Garbage

Very interesting Peter its paints a different picture of Mormons and what the perception is mate ,the people of Snowflake you just cant help but like them good solid people with the right values thanks again really great vid Dave from Australia

Your videos are great! I’m LDS and have family from nearly every state in the mountain west. Each area is going to be just a little different. What I’ve found is that you have to separate the church from the local culture. SLC is the culture that most people think of when they think of the church, but the reality is that it’s the same belief system in AZ, ID, CO, and every other state, even though it might feel different because the people are different. Your Utah video seems so different from this, but they are all part of the same church. Meet the Mormons is a great documentary to check out because it shows members from all over the world.

Love seeing the footage of northern Az. Grew up going to Heber AZ all the time to visit grandma house.

I can’t stop watching Peter’s documentaries, always very enlightening. Great job 👍

Latter Day Saints. A true Americana religion. Although Roman Catholic, I respect the grit, determination, reliance on family, and taking care of their own of these admirable people. Thank you Peter for taking us along with this production.

@gwengold8154

5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. We really admire the Roman Catholics for similar values ❤

Peter, you may want to check out Morenci AZ. It is a town completely owned by the local mining company (homes, stores, everything) which creates a very unique community.

Peter, I discovered your channel a while back and I love it. It is a privilege to follow you to all the places you go. I look forward to continuing this journey with you.

I have REALLY enjoyed watching this series so far! Amazing content. Thank you so much for your time and effort that you put into your work Your passion really shows through!

Hey Peter, I am so Pleased to see that you found the Flake familys'. They are very dear Folks,frankly I did not know they were LDS. That to me is great, because we formed a lovely relationship unaware. This series was very enlightening 👍. Merry Christmas Peter 🎄🌟. JO JO IN VT 💞

Mr. Peter….you sir are in my opinion the true definition of A Pioneer. The way you show people that we are all people with other beliefs and cultures.is amazing . It’s so important to open our minds (if you choose ) to the idea that we are still people with our own beliefs and opinions is ok. Conversation’s should be had to discuss how we all live and not to judge. Hats off to you sir.

I often see your vlog notifications and think oh 58 minutes or longer and can I commit to that time? I do of course and never regret it. You cover different communities so deeply and without judgement. I have learned so much about these groups and religions, much respect for what you do.

So fun! I am in Las Vegas right now for the National Finals Rodeo and I am a subscriber to "Rodeo Reed"... Getting to see him on your channel is a blast! And I own a few Team Roping training videos from Rodeo Video!

Wow, another great video. You seem to be able to visualize these lives in a very expressive way that lets us be there with you.

That was a wonderful video. Funny but my family follows Reed Rodeo too. I love how intertwined this story is. So much history. Thank you Peter for your reporting style. Because you don’t have your opinion plastered all throughout the video we get to hear some great stories.

Thanks you Peter and everyone who chose to share glimpses of their lives will us.

Great video! My mom was born and raised in Snowflake along with her siblings. I loved visiting my grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins there! Great memories! I will always love Snowflake, Arizona 🩷

Im not LDS, but grew up with LDS best friends. I always envied how much love their families had. That was shown at the end of the video in Keith's home with all the photos of their lovely family. LDS sure do family right.

@royr8982

5 ай бұрын

🫶🏻🫶🏻

@AuroraP4t3L

5 ай бұрын

This is a misconception. All LDS sects force the members to choose the religion over their families... I have seen majority of Mormons destroyed by this cult's teachings and demands

Wonderful, as always. My favorite program to watch each week. Respectful and honest. Thank you Peter.

I am absolutely fascinated by Mr Flake. His description on free agency was excellent. What a geeat historian

Love your videos. Watching from American Samoa🇦🇸. Come to Pacific Island 🇦🇸

Touching.....great story..great people..Hello from Norway

@gwengold8154

5 ай бұрын

Hello! We love you, Norwegians 🇳🇴

We love going up to that area. It's a peaceful area. Thank you for yet another great video ...just talking to people. I've learned so much from your videos, Peter.

Salt of the earth people...and Keith's home is absolutely gorgeous. Admirable that he built it himself❤❤❤

I was raised Mormon, and I'm very thankful for everything I learned from them. Very good people

Can't believe how old these people are at around 51 minutes, they look much younger. 78!?! Must be active lifestyles and they also seem mentally sharp as well. Feels decades younger through the camera. Great interviews Peter

Love your channel! So nice to learn more about different communities in the US.

My Great Grandfather, Travers Tucker moved his family from Fairview Utah to the LDS Colonies of Dublan, Chihuahua, Mexico in 1890's where they worked the contract supplying lumber to build the Railroad. Many of my family was born there and lived there until Pancho Villa's Mexican Revolution of 1910-11 drove out the Mormon/LDS families from Mexico. They once again lost everything. My family returned to Fairview, Utah destitute, after being on the train without food for four days. We are still friends with the Romney's, Farnsworth's, Brown's, Call's and many others. Our extended family is now scattered all over the US. Many of my family now reside in Mesa, Arizona. Peter you should make arrangements to visit the LDS community in Mesa around the Easter holiday and attend the Mesa Easter Pageant that celebrates the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ on the LDS Mesa Temple grounds. Love your work visiting all people that make up the patchwork quilt of our society and life in America!

I lived on the Navajo reservation when I was little. I love it. Another great video! I love it! Hugs and blessings to you always