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Season 2 of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' Unveils New ScandalsLDS Church Criticism

The Hulu series dives deeper into MomTok influencers' controversial lives, revealing group sexual activities, ketamine therapy, and interpersonal betrayals, while the LDS Church condemns its portrayal.

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Overview

  • Season 2 of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,' now streaming on Hulu, exposes expanded controversies, including group sexual activities, marital betrayals, and ketamine therapy among the cast.
  • The LDS Church has publicly criticized the series, stating that it perpetuates stereotypes and misrepresents Mormon life and values.
  • Three cast members—Jen Affleck, Mikayla Matthews, and Mayci Neeley—announced pregnancies shortly before the season's release, adding to the show's focus on family and motherhood.
  • Interpersonal drama escalates this season, with feuds over money, loyalty, and infidelity, including a falling-out between Demi Engemann and Jessi Ngatikaura.
  • The series highlights the tension between strict LDS teachings and the influencers' modern lifestyles, with cast members openly defying church prohibitions on alcohol, drugs, and extramarital activities.