Coffee And Cults

Episode 62: The University of Cosmic Intelligence Sam tells Jon the wild story of an afrocenterist instagram cult with a host of crimes attached to its name. We talk 'Magna Carta or bust!', our new 'cult website review scale' and then suddenly drop the jokes as some of the terrible crimes are revealed. Also: why you shouldn't look directly into the camera, low quality inns and Ash does some very on brand barking. CW: child abuse, violence and murder JOIN OUR PATEREON AND COME ALONG TO OUR LIVE Q AND A EPISODE on Zoom on the 30th of MARCH 2025! Thanks for listening! Don't forget you can support us on ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults and on Patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Join us for Our non-Christmas non-special, as Jon tells Sam about this female founded cult, channelling Jesus and other Astral beings to predict the end of the world, which definitely happened in the 1950s. We learn about the rival prophets, their beliefs and the ways people stay in groups after disappointments. Also, we find the easiest ways to name cults and cities, work out the worst place to time travel to, hear surprising messages from the beyond, and the Christmas song that scares Jon the most. More Mulch. CW: Strong language, 50's misogyny. Contact: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media: @coffeeandcults Support: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults or patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Join us as Sam tells Jon the story of the cult with no name, also known as the Brethren. This was a listener recommendation, thanks Nely! In this episode we hear about their eating habits, their beliefs and their fashion- as you can imagine for a group that lives like Jesus' disciples, it's unconventional... Also, Sam says the worst thing Jon thinks she's ever said, Peter learns a new lifestyle and we name our book. TW: Strong language, general yuckiness- no gore. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Patreon: patreon.com/coffeeandcults Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Join us as Jon tells Sam about the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God- a church that promises to Fill your Void, through the campaign of Israel in the Temple of Solomon. Jon visits with (shock!) another friend, and shares with us the story of their encounter, including drinking mysterious substances, attempting to be led towards a true emotional experience, a volcano and a wheely lectern. The episode describes the visit, after the visit we learn some more information about this group, their practices, beliefs and crimes. Also, Jon doesn't put his hand up properly, and maybe his wisdom tooth is healed now? CW: abuse (not graphic) and general cult warnings Contact us @coffeeandcults coffeeandcults@gmail.com Support: Patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Join us for Part 2 of Aum Shinrikyo, where Sam tells Jon about crimes on crimes on crimes and cults on cults on cults. We cover the crimes leading up to and leading away from the 1995 Tokyo Subway attack, including more chemicals than you can put on a bingo card, murder, and surprising things to find in a raid. Also: Sam's phobia, Jon's pitch for a musical and oh, did I say crimes? CW: Murder, death, infant death (no gore), poison. Contact us : coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media @coffeeandcults Support: Patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Join us for part one, as Sam tells Jon the story of Aum Shinrikyo, who were responsible for a huge terrorist attack in 1995. This episode we get into their origins, their founder and their beliefs and practices- and you can tick some things off your cult bingo card! We've been away for a little while so the first 6 mins is catching up with where we've been, for those of you who hate our waffling. Also: When to listen to the voices in your head, Jon's hot take on acupuncture, we discuss the qualities of whips, as well as a surprise Nostradamus revelation… CW: Strong language, crimes, some references to but not descriptions of sexual assault and murder. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com or social media @coffeeandcults Support: patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Join us as Jon tells Sam the story of Gudni Gudnason and the Modern Mystery School, including mystical salmons, sex magic, UFOs, and ideas to create world peace that are definitely NOT A pyramid scheme. Also, exciting voices, weaving timelines, and some new age/ occult word salad- an incredible opportunity to fill out your Cult Bingo card…! And in case of any doubt, find out our opinions on Bare-Knuckle Child Boxing. CW: Mentions of but not descriptions of sexual assault/ coercion. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media: @coffeeandcults Support: patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Happy Halloweeeeeen! Join us for a typical Sam Halloween Episode, expect lots of murder, gore, all your halloween favourites and the wild story of a sect within a sect within a Bible Group. Electus Per Deus, led by Cecilia Steyn were responsible for a series of murders in Krugersdorp, South Africa. Also, terrible Africaans pronunciations, we choose a halloween tattoo, and we choose which fictional character we would have as an alter ego?! CW: gore, murder, mentions but not descriptions of CA/SA. Contact us : coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 54- Updates! Join us as we regale each other with updates from a whole bunch of our previously researched cults. Also, Jon's alien voice and a surprising Oppenheimer connection. CW- strong language, mentions of but not descriptions of death and SA. Contact us coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support- Patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Jon and Sam tell Sam the story of their journey up a mountain to attend the 50th anniversary of Operation Prayer Power as performed by The Aetherius Society in North Devon in June 2023. They give chants a chance, get a free book and await the arrival of the Cosmic Jesus ALSO: Dog chanting, the right outfit for a cult meeting, the power of group social control, sand that makes you go wow, Jon risking his friendships and just how much gin is enough for a UFO cult ceremony? CW: none. Get in touch with us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com or @coffeeandcults

Join us as Jon tells Sam the frankly bonkers tale of a cult set up within a High School Band programme that ended in scandal! Learn about The Elder Council from a lame youtube channel to life on a compound (no religion needs a compound...) along with some terrible band names, inappropriate behaviour all round and some unorthodox practices. Also: Christian astral projection, t shirt ideas, speaking in tongues, God's terrible matchmaking and (stay tuned to the very end) a nearly equally bonkers story from Jon's high school. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com @coffeeandcults Support: kofi.com/coffeeandcults or patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 51- 3HO Join us as Sam tells Jon the story of Yogi Bhajan and 3HO- a cult stemming from a Kundalini Yoga class that suddenly became Sikhism. In this episode, we educate and arouse, discuss what to do on a diagonal and announce a REAL LIFE exciting career possibility for Jon. Also: some totally chill things for a cult leader to say, a promise of a new voice for Sam and quite a large amount of despair. CW: Possible guilt, SA, CSA, pregnancy loss, homophobia. Also some very sporadic sounds of Jon's Dog. Contact @coffeeandcults or coffeeandcults@gmail.com Support patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Show notes: https://www.scribd.com/doc/152990484/Phd-Dissertation-Communication-Liberation-or-Condemnation-by-Yogi-Bhajan-1980

Coffee And Cults EPISODE 50 (Part Three): Behind the Buddhas! After their adventures at the Soul Therapy and Kadampa centres Jon and Sam talk about the background of the Buddha Maitreya and the New Kadampa Tradition from their dubious origins to alleged abuses in the present. Expect lies, crystals, demons and AI shenanigans as we try to work out how to spot the antichrist, whether Jesus would be our friend and at what point a wank becomes spiritual. Also: Tubby Custard, never trust a Ron, the mental condom of the planet, an impossible piece of merch and our campaign #buddhismforeverybody CW: discussion of spiritual, financial and sexual abuse. Thanks for listening for 50 episodes! We love you! Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com or follow us on social media @coffeeandcults

Join us! For Part 2 of our Bumper 50th episode, and our second road trip in two days- this time to an "Introduction to Meditation" class at a Kadampa Buddhist Meditation Centre in our home town. Featuring another extremely relaxing* meditation, some creepy statues, and Jon has a small identity crisis (or is it Rob?!). We compare the two places and come to some surprising conclusions... Social media @coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 50 Part 1- The Soul Therapy Centre in Glastonbury, UK Join us on a road trip for part 1 of a very special 50th Episode, as Sam and Jon (or is it Emily and Rob?)visit a couple of Cults and then report back! In this episode we visit the Soul Therapy Centre, founded by the casual reincarnation of Jesus Christ on Earth, the Buddha Matreiya- and have an extremely interesting meditation experience.... CW- Strong language

Join us as Jon tells Sam the “denouement” of the story of the Branch Davidians as led by David Koresh. We try and be balanced, talk a scary amount of guns and feel sad about all the death. Also: loads of totally chill things, some hot takes, and the ghosts of protests past. CW: Strong language, child death, suicide, murder, gun violence. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support: patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Join us for our spoooooky Halloweeeeen special, as Sam tells Jon the story of the Nuwaubian Nation of Moor. Including many lists of names, and beliefs that take more strange turns than you could imagine… What could be spooookier than Egyptology?! Also, Jon pitches some TV shows, insane amounts of money and giant Ankhs- and I promise there's a vampire connection somewhere. CW: Child sex abuse, rape (not graphic, in episode warnings.) P.S the very few background sounds are a lovely dog. Contact us: Coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support: Patreon.com/coffeeandcults Ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

“One of us will say something very funny soon” Join us for the second part of this mini series as Jon tells Sam the curious tale of how a working class Texan becomes the prophet of a doomsday cult. Including visits from Angels, yet another Jesus and we chat about just how these things metamorphose. Also, (as you expect) lots of voices, some bad accents, some bad singing and we ask- will Sam convert? (No) CW: Strong language, child sex abuse, abuse of a corpse, mention of pregnancy loss, ableist and racist slurs. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support: patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 47- The Branch Davidians & Waco Part 1 Join us as Jon tells Sam the history and origins of the Branch Davidians, leading up to their last leader (spoilers!)- including some top tips for predicting the return of Jesus Christ, a cult leader bingo and dense biblical referencing. Also, trying to apply logic to biblical beasts, some singing and accents, we start some rumours and we find out that maybe Jon is the new Jesus?? Thanks to Matt for our new Artwork! CW- Strong Language Contact us- coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support us- ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Support & bonus content- patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Join us, as Sam tells Jon about the beliefs and practices of the Internet-Centric group Love Has Won. In this episode, we hear an exhaustive explanation of the history of the universe, and some things that definitely did happen... as well as an unconventional use of Christmas Lights. Also, an extremely exciting announcement, cult theme bingo, another excellent list of titles, a terrible science lesson and a tequila realisation! Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media: @coffeeandcults If you have been affected by this group, please see resources at https://www.daretodoubt.org/cults. Support us: patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Further Announcement details- keep your eye on https://www.boardnbites.com

Join us for an Update of the cults we've covered that are still in the news, including NXIVM, The Family, The Cult of JACKIE, Carbonnation and The Kittens. Also, some leftie hot takes, the reason Sam and Jon should produce court transcripts and a VERY exciting announcement! CW: Strong language, brief discussion of sexual abuse of adults and children. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media: @coffeeandcults Support us: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 45: Jezreel's Tower Jon takes Sam back to the 19th Century to tell her all about another Victorian era cult-the tale of James Jershom Jezreel and his MASSIVE tower. How did James come to learn about Joanna Southcott's box (which makes a welcome return to Coffee and Cults-see Ep 2) and go on to found the New and Latter House of Israel? And what does that have to do with Jon being in an art gallery in 2022? And what the hell is a flying roll? The answer to these questions and more in this new episode. Also: the importance of wide brimmed hats. The best kind of Angel to be. Who Sam calls Gay Papa Smurf. The Air bnb of Satan and a host of controversies and splits on splits on splits. cw: brief discussion of sexual assault and abuse.

Episode 44: Buddhafield Cult Join us as Sam tells Jon about the Buddhafield and their leader, Andreas. We imagine West Hollywood in the 80s, discuss the beliefs and practices, and are horrified along with everyone else as it takes a dark turn. Also: Sam does some athletic mimes, some deep hypnotic therapy voices and the worlds' saddest fruit salad. CWs for Sexual assault, homophobia. Contact us: Coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support us: patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 43- Angel's Landing. Join us as Jon tells Sam about a cult from Wichita, Kansas. This one is action-packed with all the old favourites- a luxury commune, loads of money, a persistent police detective and a 'charismatic' leader with supernatural powers, possessed by a heavenly being (or three). Also, angel names, flash forwards and flash backs, some animal based whimsy, and maybe we rename the podcast? CWs: Murder, r*pe, child abuse. Contact: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support: Patreon.com/coffeeandcults or Ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Cult Updates for Jan 2022 Jon brings Sam some short updates about the latest goings on with the Twelve Tribes cult and their local Kittens (Scientology) organisation. Also: More sandwich guilt, poor candle storage and there ain't no party like a scientologist party!

Episode 42- Jehovah's Witnesses 3 Happy New Year! Join us for part 3 of our JW series, where we dive into the bad stuff. We're *allegedly* talking end of the world predictions, blood transfusions, and why they allegedly hate women so much. CWs this episode for Abuse, child abuse, child sexual abuse. No graphic descriptions. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media @coffeeandcults Support: Patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Happy Holidays listeners! Join us on this not at all remarkable day for part 2 of our short series about the Jehovah's Witnesses. We talk about the practices and beliefs, what JWs do for fun, and what is and isn't allowed. Also: some singing, satan warnings, Sam's childhood bedroom, and some corners for us to sit in. CWs- nothing graphic, mentions of prejudices. Contact us- coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support/bonus content- patreon.com/coffeeandcults Ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 40- Jehovah's Witnesses Part 1! Join us for a rip-roaring tour through the origins of the Jehovah's Witnesses, their founding members and the business it grew from. Also, dog impressions, almost Jon's address, invisible Jesus and our fondness of leaflets... and was it a real dog? Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Insta/Facebook @coffeeandcults Support: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Bonus content: Patreon.com/coffeeandcults

TWELVE TRIBES, ONE LUNCH (Cult Road Trip 1) Jon and Sam hit the road in this special episode to visit a Yellow Deli in their local area run by the infamous Twelve Tribes cult (see Eps 28 and 29). What will they discover? What will they order? Will they leave a tip? Also: Cult interior design, JOY, how far your hosts will compromise their morals for a hot sandwich and a nice chilli, frogs, Socrates and more free cult literature than you can shake a delicious cheesecake at. Note: the sound is a little funky in places because we are out in the world and in a car but it's not too bad!

Episode 39- Satanic Nazi Murders/ The Order of Nine Angles. Join us, as Jon tells Sam about the still growing (blergh) far right movement of the Order of Nine Angles which combines racist ideology with a mix of satanism, occultism and online recruitment. Also- many sex tape titles, racist occult board games, some nazi hot-takes and relishing in Katie Hopkins' misfortune. https://www.hopenothate.org.uk Content warnings: racism, extreme views, discussion of violence, terrorism and sexual abuse/child abuse. (this is a dark one folks)

Episode 38- The Order of St Charbel (re-release- sound quality fix) Join us as Sam tells Jon about this group, we learn about their amishy ways, as well as some sentences we didn't think we'd hear that'll never let you see food the same way again! Also, we launch a new hashtag, some puppetry and Sam struggles with the Apocalypse. CWs- strong language, sexual assault Contact us- coffeeandcults@gmail.com Insta/Facebook/twitter @coffeeandcults Support- Ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 38- The Order of St Charbel Join us as Sam tells Jon the story of the Order of St Charbel, and like the other fringe religious groups we discuss you can expect lots of alternative names, as well as a small amount of singing, some puppetry and more totally chill things for a cult (SORRY Fringe religious group leader!) to say. Also- Sam struggles to say Apocalypse, Jon gets artistic and we learn about the holiest of food... CWs- Strong language, sexual abuse. Contact us- coffeeandcults@gmail.com Instagram/Facebook/Twitter @Coffeeandcults Support- ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 37 The Blackburn Cult Part 2 Jon continues to tell Sam the very strange and suspicious story of the 1920s American Blackburn cult. Find out about alleged murder plots, delayed angel publications, curious disappearances and increasingly bizarre and dangerous rituals. Also: the greatest newspaper headline of all time, what to do when a quilt is just TOO crazy, Jon and Sam select their favourite ritual cheeses and much more! CW: murder, abuse, animal cruelty.

Episode 36: The Blackburn Cult Part 1 To kick off 2021 Jon takes Sam back to the 1920s and the origin story of the mother and daughter run Blackburn Cult or the Cult of the Great Eleven. Hear tales of the silver screen, many many weddings, missing husbands, pushy mothers, demanding angels and just a little hint of murder! Also: Jon's adult film titles, the secret meanings of Sam's name, the inconveniences of Angel visitations and much more! CW: domestic violence, murder, Jon's 1920s gangster voice. Follow us on social media @coffeeandcults patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Merry Wintertime! Join us as Sam tells Jon the story of Vissarion- the Russian Jesus. We learn about the Church of the Last Testament, their beliefs and practices. Also- some more singing and a whole load of totally chill things for a cult leader to say. CW- strong language Contact us @coffeeandcults on all the social media coffeeandcults@gmail.com Support at patreon.com/coffeeandcults and ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 36- The spoooooooky episode where Jon tells Sam the disgusting story of Marcus Wesson and his Vampire House of Horrors. Jeva Christ it's a dark first half, but the second half of the episode is Sam telling the story of the "fastest growing religion in the world"- Dinkoism! This is a religion with a very unexpected deity. Also- Hot takes on Papaya, Dawson's Creek, neck beards, facial hair styling tips and Jon sings Blink 182. This time, we're mocking Atheists too! Happy Hallowe'en listeners! TWs: incest, child abuse, murder, blood Contact us: @coffeeandcults on social media or coffeeandcults@gmail.com Support: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults or Patreon.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 35- James Arthur Ray This month Sam tells Jon about James Arthur Ray, the motivational speaker and ex-sweat lodge leader. We find out the life-changing.. and sometimes life-ending effects his seminars had on the participants. Also: some of Jon's sweat lodge experiences, Sam tries to find her "sarcastic voice" and they discover the names of their respective sex tapes. CWs: death, and a very small amount of gore. Note: Apologies for the small amount of clicking in the audio of this episode, this time it only lasts for a few seconds. Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media: @coffeeandcults

Episode 34: Carbonation (Natureboy) This month Jon tells Sam about the strange and sometimes disturbing world of Carbonation led by back to nature guru (and alleged God) Natureboy. They'll talk diet, Babylon, Melanin, the five sciences and much much more! Also: Where IS Sam and can she pass the Carbonation entrance exam? Who IS Barbara? Dictionary fun. Cellf care. Jon quoting many statements he does not agree with and A LOT about our souls. CW: misogyny, domestic violence, (alleged) child abuse and (indirectly related murder) Note: Apologies for the clicks in a few places, we were unable to edit these out and they only last about 6 mins total overall.

Updates Episode! Jon and Sam catch up with some of the cults they've looked at in recent years with news from NXIVM, Universal Medicine, Twelve Tribes and Schincheonji Church of Jesus. Also: creepy dancing, sad bleak news, unnecessary swearing, offensive DJ names and Sam's amazing impressions. CW: strong language, sad news etc

Welcome, join us for episode 33, where Sam tells Jon everything she's learned about the Westboro Baptist Church. Hear about the origins and beliefs of the Church, why they picket, and how we stop them. We have a little cry, we find out who God Hates... what more could you ask for?! CWs: Strong language, Homophobia Contact us: Coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media: @Coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

WELCOME BACK! Episode 33, the third and final instalment of Happy Science. What a wild ride! Picking up where we left off last time, with the group's politics and what might be the pubiest podcast we'll ever do. Also, another cult connection, some singing, some North Korea. CWs: Strong language, pubes Contact us coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media @Coffeeandcults patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 31- Happy Science Part 2 Welcome back! Sorry for the delay, Sam's quarantine suddenly got busy, what is that about? Here's Part 2 of Happy Science, talking about the spiritual beliefs of the group. Jon tells Sam some Turtle Stories, also discussed are Kinga and ooze deities, the spiritual wisdom of Margaret Thatcher and we get to hear what Jon REALLY thinks about 5G... Look out for Part 3 coming extremely soon! CW: Strong Language Contact us- coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media @Coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Welcome to Episode 30, where Jon tells Sam all about Happy Science, a Japanese fringe religious movement with a number of parallels to the Kittens- but who also believe they can cure COVID-19. Also, some Scottish accents, some questionable maths, metaphysics, great lists of names and we try to find out if Sam is smarter than Buddha? CW: Strong language To watch the video recording of this podcast, join us on patreon.com/coffeeandcults Contact us- coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

Episode 29: Twelve Tribes Welcome to Part 2, where Sam tells Jon everything she couldn't get to last time. Including "creationism and upsetting", some dense business talk, Jon and Sam don't know what a corn dog is and Sam shocks Jon, as promised. CWs: child abuse Email coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Resources: meadowhaven.org http://www.encourage-cult-survivors.org

Episode 28: Twelve Tribes Sam tells Jon about a fringe religious group they are both surprised they've never heard of, originating in Chattanooga, Tennessee (very fun to say.) Also, Jon sings (but don't let that put you off), crowdsourced dating, mate lattes and a promise of a shocker. CWs: Racism, child cruelty. email: Coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media: @coffeeandcults Patreon.com/coffeeandcults ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Resources: http://www.encourage-cult-survivors.org https://www.meadowhaven.org http://question12tribes.com

In the age of social distancing Jon and Sam meet up on Zoom to talk about the cult at the centre of Corona virus spread in South Korea. Jon tells us about how many cults there are, how easily Covid-19 can spread and the fall out for religious freedom. Also: lots of scary numbers, deadly ferry trips, rap names, Sam's dedication to the podcast and Jon's endless mispronunciations! CW: Corona virus, also mention of sexual assault Some strong language

Hi listeners! Here is a short bonus episode, crossposted from our Patreon, to entertain you while you're socially distanced. Jon gives Sam some Kittens updates from our local org, and we read a crazy S*****logy email thread. Also- some fun voices. CW Swearing Contact us @coffeeandcults on all the platforms Email coffeeandcults@gmail.com Patreon.com/coffeeandcults for more content!

BONUS EPISODE FROM THE PATREON ARCHIVE Hey all. Hope you are doing well in strange times. To see you through social distancing we're aiming to increase our output at this time. This is the first bonus release from our Patreon archives....the first Episode of 'Coffee and Cults Bookclub' This edition we take a look at a book from the world of (ahem) The Kittens (Church of _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ )and learn important and timely lessons about happiness, murder and personal hygeine! Also: book design, padding out your word count, not being a religious text, ripping off other religious texts and ingenious sales plans Book reviewed in the spirit of fair use for educational purposes! Stay safe out there all!

Episode 26 - Ho No Hana Sanpogyo Join us as Sam tells Jon about Hogan and his Japansese cult Ho No Hana Sanpogyo. No spoilers but this story leads to your hosts planning an exciting new television challenge show and inspecting each others body parts. Also: 90s references, multifaith parades, fantasic initiations, unorthadox earthquake prevention and some intimate interactive elements CW: none! A lighter episode Contact: coffeeandcults@gmail.com

The Next Level Join us as we reach the third and final part of our look at Heaven's Gate. Jon tells Sam about the final years of Heaven's Gate and how the appearance of the Hale-Bopp comet would lead to their tragic final action to reach the next level above human. Also: Dirty snowballs, Globular clusters, Undercover Jesus, Polo club websites and previews of Jon's new fragrance and Sam's solo album, CWs for suicide Email us- coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social Media- @coffeeandcults

Happy Festive Season, listeners! We hope you're keeping warm (or cool, depending on where you live) and we wish you all the best for a happy, healthy and fun 2020. Join us for a bonus Christmas Special episode as Jon tells Sam about the Angel Dancers, and the story of a mnan named Mnason as we learn about a cult that will change the way you see Father Christmas forever! Featuring some exciting accents from both Sam and Jon, our pitch for the next hit sitcom and the fastest way to ruin a birthday party. Contact us @coffeeandcults on all the social media platforms Email coffeeandcults@gmail.com Patreon.com/coffeeandcults // ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults