Podcasts about Branch Davidians

This week, I was given the opportunity to once again join forces with Nephilim Death Squad in collaboration with two of my favorite people in the alternative media landscape, The Raven (@DavidLCorbo) and TopLobsta (@TopLobsta) as we spotlight the federal government's abuse of power providing a much different perspective on what I view as a complete mishandling of an unwarranted conflict unnecessarily escalated by government agents ultimately leading to the tragic loss of life including 28 children becoming widely known as the Waco siege or the Waco massacre. We're all Branch Davidians now as we find ourselves on a 77-acre compound headquartered at Mount Carmel Center ranch 13 miles northeast of Waco, Texas...Please consider supporting our work-Austin's Patreon:   / theunderclasspodcast  Austin's Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-...Austin's Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheUnderclass...Austin's YouTube:    / @theunderclasspodcast  ☠️ NEPHILIM DEATH SQUAD Skip the ads. Get early access. Tap into the hive mind of dangerous RTRDs in our private Telegram channel — only on Patreon:

This week, I was given the opportunity to once again join forces with Nephilim Death Squad in collaboration with two of my favorite people in the alternative media landscape, The Raven (@DavidLCorbo) and TopLobsta (@TopLobsta) as we spotlight the federal government's abuse of power providing a much different perspective on what I view as a complete mishandling of an unwarranted conflict unnecessarily escalated by government agents ultimately leading to the tragic loss of life including 28 children becoming widely known as the Waco siege or the Waco massacre. We're all Branch Davidians now as we find ourselves on a 77-acre compound headquartered at Mount Carmel Center ranch 13 miles northeast of Waco, Texas...Please consider supporting our work-Austin's Patreon:   / theunderclasspodcast  Austin's Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-...Austin's Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheUnderclass...Austin's YouTube:    / @theunderclasspodcast  ☠️ NEPHILIM DEATH SQUAD Skip the ads. Get early access. Tap into the hive mind of dangerous RTRDs in our private Telegram channel — only on Patreon:

You will find COVID and Chemo at their storytelling best in this second review of cults. Featured high-control groups include Twin Flames Universe and the Branch Davidians of 1993 Waco fame. Some do talk about people taking they blickies away, but as of this episode we can confirm that some folks is actually taking boobies away instead, so stay woke. Also, where is BoBo? Can we go to where he at?

The Burros get back in the studio to get back to their study of the book of Daniel. We get into the beginning of chapter 7 but it doesn't take long for us to realize that our eschatological ears are going to start perking up. We hope you enjoy how we begin to break down one of the most controversial chapters in the Bible and how we're getting ready to look at this from all kinds of eschatological lenses. If you'd like to get additional content such as articles, or listen to our latest series, All-American Cults where we deep dive into cults like Jonestown, the Branch Davidians or Heaven's gate, please become a subscriber to our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comThanks for listening!

Rick Welch speaks at Eric and Karen Ogea's home fellowship in Azle, Texas last Palm Sunday. He brings a view to the Sermon on the Mount, typically seen as a lesson on moral ethics, and breaks down what is actually going on. It is a covenant indictment on Old Covenant Israel, and the injection of the New Covenant explaining what it looks like. All of this was done on what Rick states is "the edge of an eschatological knife". This is a fresh look at The Sermon on the Mount through the lens of eschatology. If you'd like to hear our extra series, All-American Cults that does a deep dive into Jonestown, The Branch-Davidians in Waco, Texas, Heaven's Gate, or hear our upcoming series titled, Of Sashes and Slaves about the corporate cult, NXIVM, please become a patron at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comThanks for listening!

On the eve of the 32nd anniversary of the Waco Massacre, "No Way, Jose!" presents a poignant recap and in memoriam in episode NWJ 495, "Remembering Waco w/Austin Picard." Host Jose Galison welcomes Austin Picard, creator of "The Underclass Podcast," to dissect the tragic events of the 1993 Branch Davidian siege in Waco, Texas. Together, they unravel the complex interplay of government overreach, media narratives, and the human cost of the 51-day standoff that culminated in a devastating fire, claiming 76 lives. This episode serves as a somber reflection on the lessons unlearned and the enduring impact of one of America's most controversial tragedies.Austin Picard brings his incisive perspective to the discussion, drawing parallels between Waco and modern issues of individual liberty and state power. Jose and Austin explore the missteps of federal agencies, the vilification of the Branch Davidians, and the broader implications for civil liberties in the U.S. Through meticulous analysis and heartfelt commentary, "No Way, Jose!" honors the memory of those lost while challenging listeners to question official narratives and advocate for truth. Tune in for a compelling blend of historical insight and contemporary relevance, dropping April 18, 2025.Check out nadeaushaveco.com today & use code Jose for 10% off your entire order!!!Please consider supporting my work-Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/nowayjose2020Only costs $2/month and will get you access to episodes earlier than the publicNo Way, Jose! Rumble Channel- https://rumble.com/c/c-3379274 No Way, Jose! YouTube Channel- https://youtube.com/channel/UCzyrpy3eo37eiRTq0cXff0gMy Podcast Host- https://redcircle.com/shows/no-way-joseApple podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-way-jose/id1546040443Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0xUIH4pZ0tM1UxARxPe6ThStitcher- https://www.stitcher.com/show/no-way-jose-2Amazon Music- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/41237e28-c365-491c-9a31-2c6ef874d89d/No-Way-JoseGoogle Podcasts- https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5yZWRjaXJjbGUuY29tL2ZkM2JkYTE3LTg2OTEtNDc5Ny05Mzc2LTc1M2ExZTE4NGQ5Yw%3D%3DRadioPublic- https://radiopublic.com/no-way-jose-6p1BAO Vurbl- https://vurbl.com/station/4qHi6pyWP9B/Feel free to contact me at thelibertymovementglobal@gmail.com#WacoMassacre #RememberingWaco #NoWayJose #NWJ495 #AustinPicard #TheUnderclassPodcast #JoseGalison #Waco32 #BranchDavidian #WacoSiege #GovernmentOverreach #CivilLiberties #WacoTragedy #TrueCrimePodcast #HistoryPodcast #WacoAnniversary #MediaNarratives #LibertyMatters #PodcastEpisode #WacoInMemoriam

Hour of the time #59. Originally broadcast on March 25th, 1993. Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheFactHunter Website: thefacthunter.com Email: thefacthunter@mail.com Snail Mail: George Hobbs PO Box 109 Goldsboro, MD  21636Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research.

David Thibodeau - WACO SurvivorDave Thibodeau is a former Branch Davidian, a survivor of the Waco siege,  and a musician. He was born in Bangor, Maine. In early adulthood, Thibodeau sought to become a musician in Los Angeles, California, where he converted to Branch Davidianism after meeting David Koresh in a Guitar Center in 1990.He talks to Ed Opperman about Coresh, Waco, the FBI and the aftermath of those events which still remain controversial.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Clive Doyle - A Journey to Waco: Autobiography of a Branch Davidian Nearly twenty years after they happened, the ATF and FBI assaults on the Branch Davidian residence near Waco, Texas remain the most deadly law enforcement action on American soil. The raid by Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms agents on February 28, 1993, which resulted in the deaths of four ATF agents and six Branch Davidians, precipitated a 51-day siege conducted by the FBI. The FBI tank and gas assault on the residence at Mount Carmel Center on April 19 culminated in a fire that killed 53 adults and 23 children, with only nine survivors. In A Journey to Waco, survivor Clive Doyle not only takes readers inside the tragic fire and its aftermath, but he also tells the larger story of how and why he joined the Branch Davidians, how the Branch Davidian community developed, and the status of survivors. While the media and official reports painted one picture of the Branch Davidians and the two assaults, A Journey to Waco shares a much more personal account of the ATF raid, the siege, and the final assault that details events unreported by the media. A Journey to Waco presents what the Branch Davidians believed and introduces readers to the community's members, including David Koresh. A Journey to Waco is a personal account of one man's journey with the Branch Davidians, through the tragic fire, and beyond.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Seriah is joined by Barbara Fisher artist, writer, and host of “Six Degrees of John Keel “podcast, and Jonathan Bartholomew, writer and host of “Strange Stories with the Seeker and Skeptic” podcast. This is a Wandering The Road episode, but with this trio bouncing off each other, it's absolutely fascinating! Topics include upstate New York and other lake-effect snow areas, Barbara's ice storm/tornado experience in Ohio, Jonathan's new novel “Weird Scenes Inside the Gold Mine”, a dream experiment, sigil work, lucid dreams, John Keel's “The Eighth Tower”, a shadow figure experience, the novel “The Secret Life of D.B. Cooper” by Brian Churilla , trademark and copyright law in music, Jonathan's upcoming book “The Head On The Door”, an unexplainable good smell, Joshua Cutchin's “The Brimstone Deceit”, ghost-like experiences and an apparent connection to old property, the stone tapes theory, Eric Wargo and retro-causality, Seriah and an unexplainable terrible smell, Jonathan's vs Seriah's trips to the Seth house, the Estes Method and various takes on it, a strange “drone” experience, Jonathan's bizarre childhood experiences with apparent MIB, missing time, gifted child testing, Mensa, a Vietnam veteran PTSD father, kids being medicated at school, a weird memory of being tested at his mom's alleged friend's house, and a present day echo in intelligence-testing cards, Barbara's similar IQ-test experience, a strange drug that smelled like mothballs, religious cult experience, church members' experiences with David Koresh's Branch Davidians, rejecting fundamentalist Christianity for materialist atheism, Aleister Crowley, the Equal Rights Amendment and demons, Seriah's gifted and talented experiences, the Netflix series “Altered Carbon”, bizarre experiences in gifted and talented programs, possible military experimentation, addiction experiences, home-schooling experiences, Whitley Streiber's “Secret School” experiences, remote viewing, Stanford experiences, military psychic experiments, the variety of human abilities, dyslexia, Infocom games, adolescent metal culture, Seriah's intense recent dreams and strange sounds, Barbara's cat ghosts, all participants' 'recent weird experiences, Jonathan's tattoo experience, a tragic loss, and so much more! This is an awesome discussion!

Hate American Made ////// Waco Siege Part 4 of 6 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com The Waco siege began on February 28, 1993, when the ATF raided Mount Carmel Center. The ensuing gun battle resulted in the deaths of four ATF agents and six Branch Davidians. This chaos kicked off a 51 day standoff that ended in the deaths of many of the Branch Davidians including women, children, and leader David Koresh.  Be good, be kind, and don't litter. 

Hate American Made  //////  The Prophet Part 3 of 6 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com In 1983 David Koresh formally Vernon Wayne Howell claimed to possess the power of prophecy. This would spearhead his accent to leadership of a Texas religious group known as the Branch Davidians. The Branch Davidians were a splinter group of the Davidian Seventh Day Adventists. Koresh prophesied that his martyrdom would take place in the United States.  Thanks for listening, thanks for telling a friend. 

From psychic tales to Branch Davidian connections, this little liter has everything! Watch this episode on YouTube: YouTube.com/@cultliterCall the Hotline: 747-322-0273Buy my book: prh.com/obitchuaryMerch! Merch! Merch!: wonderyshop.com/cultliterCome see me on tour: obitchuarypodcast.com Write me: spencer@cultliter.comSpencer Henry PO Box 18149 Long Beach CA 90807 Follow along online: instagram.com/cultliterpodcast instagram.com/spencerhenryJoin our patreon: Patreon.com/cultliterCheck out my other show OBITCHUARY wherever you're listening now! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Seriah is joined by Barbara Fisher artist, writer, and host of “Six Degrees of John Keel “podcast, and Jonathan Bartholomew, writer and host of “Strange Stories with the Seeker and Skeptic” podcast. This is a Wandering The Road episode, but with this trio bouncing off each other, it's absolutely fascinating! Topics include upstate New York and other lake-effect snow areas, Barbara's ice storm/tornado experience in Ohio, Jonathan's new novel “Weird Scenes Inside the Gold Mine”, a dream experiment, sigil work, lucid dreams, John Keel's “The Eighth Tower”, a shadow figure experience, the novel “The Secret Life of D.B. Cooper” by Brian Churilla , trademark and copyright law in music, Jonathan's upcoming book “The Head On The Door”, an unexplainable good smell, Joshua Cutchin's “The Brimstone Deceit”, ghost-like experiences and an apparent connection to old property, the stone tapes theory, Eric Wargo and retro-causality, Seriah and an unexplainable terrible smell, Jonathan's vs Seriah's trips to the Seth house, the Estes Method and various takes on it, a strange “drone” experience, Jonathan's bizarre childhood experiences with apparent MIB, missing time, gifted child testing, Mensa, a Vietnam veteran PTSD father, kids being medicated at school, a weird memory of being tested at his mom's alleged friend's house, and a present day echo in intelligence-testing cards, Barbara's similar IQ-test experience, a strange drug that smelled like mothballs, religious cult experience, church members' experiences with David Koresh's Branch Davidians, rejecting fundamentalist Christianity for materialist atheism, Aleister Crowley, the Equal Rights Amendment and demons, Seriah's gifted and talented experiences, the Netflix series “Altered Carbon”, bizarre experiences in gifted and talented programs, possible military experimentation, addiction experiences, home-schooling experiences, Whitley Streiber's “Secret School” experiences, remote viewing, Stanford experiences, military psychic experiments, the variety of human abilities, dyslexia, Infocom games, adolescent metal culture, Seriah's intense recent dreams and strange sounds, Barbara's cat ghosts, all participants' 'recent weird experiences, Jonathan's tattoo experience, a tragic loss, and so much more! This is an awesome discussion!Recap by Vincent Treewell of The Weird Part PodcastOutro Music by Meka Nism with Dance at the End of the World Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The time has come to dive into the wild story of the waco siege. In part one we are covering the history of the Branch Davidians and how they came to be, and David Koresh's shocking rise to power. Watch this episode on YouTube: YouTube.com/@cultliterCall the Hotline: 747-322-0273Buy my book: prh.com/obitchuaryMerch! Merch! Merch!: wonderyshop.com/cultliterCome see me on tour: obitchuarypodcast.com Write me: spencer@cultliter.comSpencer Henry PO Box 18149 Long Beach CA 90807 Follow along online: instagram.com/cultliterpodcast instagram.com/spencerhenryJoin our patreon: Patreon.com/cultliterCheck out my other show OBITCHUARY wherever you're listening now! Sources: https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/documentary/waco/transcript/https://www.congress.gov/congressional-report/104th-congress/house-report/749/1?outputFormat=pdfhttps://vault.fbi.gov/waco-branch-davidian-compoundhttps://youtu.be/ziRQJY4wRFk?si=aaVRe37IurQAr7Kkhttps://www.cesnur.org/testi/DanforthRpt.pdfhttps://www.vox.com/2018/4/19/17246732/waco-tragedy-explained-david-koresh-mount-carmel-branch-davidian-cult-30-year-anniversaryhttps://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/waco/timeline5.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: A blow up in the Oval Office today and a somewhat contrived blow up in the Texas House yesterday – and as usual the reporting, blaming the Republican or conservative, is opposite the reality. And also as usual, the hand-wringing crowd has it all wrong including BurrowCrat Dustin Burrows who admonished the innocent conservative and ignored the way beyond the line Democrat.See for yourself here: https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1895335410286669969Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Oil and gas drilling rig count rises.The deaths of 76 Branch Davidians in April 1993 could have been avoided – so why didn't anyone care?DOGE and cutting back federal programs and employment is now the end of the world but the press didn't cry over Clinton and Obama on the same subject.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Our friend Dan Lozzi returns to tell us about his latest production for MEDJUGORJE and what led up to it. LISTEN TO THE LATEST RELEASE BY MEDJUGORJE https://medjugorjeofficial.bandcamp.com/album/nossa-senhora-de-f-tima?fbclid=IwY2xjawIlPOBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHWkZLFRuYEuQG9HmREEzLkk9NiQRmRiX2wjPpMcBCwL5dEL8oUgd3Oxjeg_aem_Jmshy8al70pFkn-q-R-xgQ https://open.spotify.com/album/43ak8ZGW4VTuN1l6Cyh94N?si=b7NHR6xFS52dDsm_hoHofQ https://www.facebook.com/MedjugorjeMAHRL ahardrocklife@gmail.com dirtyrockrecords@usa.com pelleklive212@proton.me

The Lowest Moral Denominator.By FinalStand. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.Those who declare war are willing to kill as many as it takes to reach their goal.(The Lowest Moral Denominator)My first week at Havenstone, I'd biked to work alone on most days and I'd enjoyed that. I'd have treasure it more if I had glimpsed my future. I loved people, not crowds. I knew about violence, yet I had no affection for it. I was a confirmed bachelor. Now I was staring down both barrels of marriage. I had had also become a walking arsenal with a lethal omnipresent entourage.This situation was so fucked up that I had to stop by Caitlin's place just to see Aya. My favorite sprite gave me a hug and reminded me that I had to do what I could, not worry about what I couldn't do. She was my 9 year old Svengali. She was my little Valkyrie. In truth, she was the only woman knew I loved and that was the love of a father for his daughter.On the elevator ride up to the penthouse suite of the Midtown Hilton, I thought about Dad. What would Ferko Nyilas do in my shoes? It would be easy for someone who didn't know him to imagine my dad getting up on his high moral horse and telling me to just do the right thing, except that wasn't him. What he'd tell me was to not pass the buck. I had to deal with this, unless I knew someone else who could and would do it better.It wasn't about 'being a man'; it was being a member of the Human Race. We all pitched in and got the job done, or it didn't get done, and millions died because we refused to accept any responsibility for what was going on. That was my Dad, 'do what you can' and 'never be afraid to ask for help if you need it'. After the age of ten, he never told me I had to do anything. He'd tell me what needed to be done and leave it at that.So I wouldn't forget the pictures I knew I'd be seeing before too long, the innocent dead. If the sorrow broke me, it broke me. Until it did, I could not turn away. I had to 'do what I could'. That put me heading to a meeting at three o'clock in the afternoon in the penthouse suite.After my non-breakfast with Iskender, we had driven straight to Havenstone, where I demanded an immediate, private meeting with Katrina. This wasn't an info-dump and then out the door. No, I was part of the process now, one of those fools who were responsible for the lives of others. Katrina and I had argued about compartmentalizing my terrifying news.Her reasoning was clear. We were at war with the Seven Pillars. The basis of the 7P strength was China, so anything bad that happened to China was good for the Amazon Host. I nixed that. It was Katrina's job to think about our security. It was mine to juggle how we related to the rest of the planet. Absent the Golden Mare's opposition, Katrina couldn't stop me from doing my job as I saw fit.The Golden Mare was out of immediate contact, so we moved forward on my proposal. Katrina called Javiera, validated Vincent's call, and then suggested she bring in someone from the United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) at Ft. Detrick. Katrina wouldn't tell her why.I dispatched Delilah to talk to her MI-6 guy while I made my way to Nicole Lawless's law offices. I need to talk to my Aunts. An hour later, I dismissed a somewhat piqued Nicole from the room, then laid out the upcoming crisis to my Mom's clones. I hesitated a minute before dropping the other bomb, Grandpa Cáel was back.Was I sure? I countered with, "Do you know who Shammuramat was?"Why, yes they did; Grandpa had a bust of her in his main office."Well, she's back, in the flesh and that spells all kinds of problems".The six aunts present agreed. They invited me to fly to Europe with five of them. Much to their surprise and joy, I agreed. I told them I would be a party of twelve with plenty of firepower. They were less pleased about that.I exited that scene, only to engage in another, somewhat unrelated, bit of diplomacy. I met with Brooke and Libra for lunch. They brought Casper, who was seeing a specialist in New York and had expressed an interest in seeing me again. Into that volatile mix, I placed my request: 'Could Brooke put up a friend for a couple of weeks while I made other arrangements?'Yes, this was a 'bizarre' friend. Yes, this was a violently bizarre friend. Yes, she walked around with enough weaponry to scare a seasoned SWAT officer. And yes, she was a mass murderer. Cool,, if I agreed to stop by and see how this 'friend' was doing, and gave Libra advance notice too, then they were fine with it.Thus Shammuramat, Sakuniyas, Saku became Brooke's roommate. Insane? Not really. Putting Saku inside Havenstone on a regular basis was going to result in a blood bath. Saku was abrasive and she was a criminal in the minds of her 'sisters'. This gave her an 'out', some space and time with a civilized person who she couldn't emotionally bowl over.If Saku got physical with Brooke, we both understood that House Ishara was going to cancel her return performance. Amazons could defend themselves, so we were fair game for her rude behavior. Brooke couldn't, so she was hopefully out of bounds. Saku had agreed to the arrangement without comment.She'd already figured out that no other Amazons wanted her around and there simply wasn't room at my place. With that chore done, I was able to see Miyako off before her flight to Tokyo by way of Seattle. Selena was with her, but not going. Miyako did have three Amazons in case things got rough.The Marda House guard woman looked mature and humorless. Her age wasn't a problem. She was a grandmother, yet if she thought she couldn't keep up, she'd have taken herself to the cliffs before now. It turned out she had been in Executive Services before returning to House Marda. My diplomat, I didn't know her, but she seemed eager enough. The member of House Ishara was a brand new recruit named Jenna.She was from Acquisitions and spoke seven Asian languages, including Japanese. She looked absolutely thrilled to be heading off into danger. I instructed the younger two to obey the Mardan. In private, I 'advised' the Mardan that our main mission was to be of aid to the ninja. Information gathering would be secondary. More Amazons were on the way. She gave me a nod.For this critical mid-afternoon meeting at the Midtown Hilton, Wiesława lead the way off the elevator. Buffy went next, then me and finally Saku. Delilah and Vincent had already arrived with their appropriate factions. Katrina took a separate elevator, with Elsa and Desiree. Pamela was, somewhere. After she'd pointed out a half-dozen people from four different agencies in the lobby, she told me to not wait while she went to the bathroom.At the door of the Penthouse were two familiar faces from the NYPD, Nikita Kutuzov and her partner, Skylar Montero. When Javiera's investigation followed me to New York, they had been drafted into the taskforce."Hey ladies," I smiled. My last meeting with Nikita hadn't gone well."Cáel," Nikita smiled back. "How have you been?""More trouble than normal," I shook her hand."We can tell," Skylar relaxed somewhat. As Nikita's partner, she had to know that our relationship had soured when she started investigating me. Katrina's group came up."I think you are the last to arrive," Nikita informed us. This time, Desiree was the first one through the door. I could hear the conversation trail off. Wiesława went next, then Katrina, me, Buffy, Saku and finally Elsa. I decided to toss 'civilized' behavior out the window seconds after entering. Virginia Maddox of the FBI, the initiator of the Amazon children's airlift, was here.I hugged her and after a moment, she hugged me back."Priya says hey and," she blushed slightly, "she's counting the days, all forty-five of them.""Don't forget, I owe you," I grinned then patted her shoulder. Javiera was next."Cáel," she headed my familiarity off. She was a Federal Prosecutor after all."This is the head of this taskforce, Jonas Baker (deep breath) Associate Deputy Undersecretary of Analysis for Homeland Security {ADUAHS} (deep breath)." I extended my hand, so he shook it. He looked somewhat annoyed by this whole encounter. Javiera was duly nervous because of his poor initial attitude. The introductions went around.Half way through it, Pamela showed up, from where, I didn't know. Delilah, her MI-6 boss and the British professional killer Chaz were there, much to the chagrin of the Americans. Vincent was there with Javiera. Cresky was representing the CIA plus there was ATF, ICE, Riki Martin (?) from the State Department and a man in a civil servant's salary suit and a military demeanor, Captain Moe Mistriano."Fine," Mr. Baker began. "I hope you aren't wasting our time." His gaze flicked between Katrina and me."May the Blessed Isis bring understanding to our meeting," I intoned, in old Egyptian."What was that?" Baker turned on me."Praying for guidance," I replied. Isis wasn't in the Amazon pantheon, but I could sure use her help at this point. Baker was going from put-out to pissed-off. If that is how they wanted to play it, their choice. "Are you the specialist from Ft. Detrick?" I asked the Captain."Yes, I am and I hope this is worth my time as well," he gave me a steady gaze. Oh, I really needed that."Anthrax, China," I stated and weighed his response. Oh yeah, I had his attention now, which meant his bio-warfare unit had some idea about what was happening in China."Care to enlighten me?" Baker inquired. He had gauged his medical expert's reactions as well and he didn't like what the biological warfare specialist was not saying."Mr. Baker," the Captain decided to go first. "Roughly fifty-five hours ago, we got wind that there was a massive Anthrax outbreak in Western China. Xinjiang, Qinghai, Gansu, Ningxia and Nei Mongol administrative regions have all reported outbreaks."Holy Shit!" Riki Martin gasped. Her dark, whip-like, Hispanic features noticeably paled."That sounds suspiciously like bio-terrorism," Jonas Baker turned on me."You'd be right about that," I refused to evade. "It is and it is about to get a whole lot worse.""The PRC has a robust vaccine program," the Captain stated. "That is why they aren't making a public stink about it. They have the problem well under control.""Damn, " I closed my eyes and lowered my head. In some deep section of my mind, I had fanned the feeble flames of hope that somehow, the Earth  and  Sky program had derailed. "That is the 'whole lot worse' I was talking about. The terrorists aren't terrorists. They, ""What do you mean they are not terrorists," Baker snapped. "They, ""Shut up and let the man speak," Katrina said calmly."Who are you again?" he glared at Katrina. "If you aren't part of the solution, you are part of the problem and I'm here to make sure this problem is dealt with. I am not here to play footsie with you. I am going to be asking some tough questions and you had better answer them.""I'm Cáel's boss," Katrina smiled. "Since we came here to help you and you don't want to let us speak, we are leaving. Cáel."The Amazons didn't turn and leave. No, we backed up toward the door."You can't start talking about an ongoing terrorist threat and then walk out the door," Baker argued."Javiera, I apologize," I looked her way. "Mr. Baker, Javiera's a smart cookie. I'm sure she's given you every bit of information that has come across her desk. That means you know we consider ourselves an independent nation-state without borders. You can't intimidate us. We feel no obligation to obey your legal system and we operate internationally," I kept going."Now, as we are trying to repay Javiera's kindness in our time of need, you are treating us like criminals currying favors. Blow it out your ass, you pompous bureaucrat" I concluded. "We aren't the problem here.""If that's the way you want it," he shrugged. "Javiera, arrest them." Pause."Sir, you do realize that if I give that order, there is a good likelihood they will resist with force?" Javiera replied calmly. Baker looked around the room."We outnumber them and these are law enforcement officers," he insisted. "Now, ""I wouldn't count on that 'outnumbered' thing," Delilah chimed in.Chaz and MI-6 dude didn't seem to be onboard with his plan. "I have reason to believe Cáel has information on a highly virulent weaponized Anthrax program. If our US allies aren't interested, Her Majesty's government certainly will be." That did interest the MI-6 senior officer."That is all the more reason to put these people into federal custody," Baker stated."Then what, Mr. Associate Deputy?" Chaz said. "Are you going to torture them for time sensitive data? In my military service, I've met some truly hard characters. Some people you can put a gun to their child's head and they'll tell you what you want to know. Not this group. They'll memorize your face and wait for a chance to make you pay, whether you kill the kid, or not.""That's my read on them as well," Agent Vincent Loire added."Mr. Baker, I worked under you when we were both in Counter-terrorism," Virginia spoke up. "I think you are mishandling this. Invoke the Patriot Act and all we get is a roomful of statues. I've fought beside these, Amazons and I'm reaffirming my report to Ms. Castello (Javiera), they do not believe their behavior is wrong.At some point in their fifties, they commit ritual suicide. They make their twelve year old daughters fight for their lives. They murder their male infants. Sir, they are an alien society, indoctrinated at birth to believe they are spiritual inheritors of the ancient Amazons mentioned by Homer during the time of the Iliad.They fanatically believe in a pantheon of goddesses and possess very little inclination for integration. They think they are superior to everyone in this room, except for Cáel, he's an oddity," Virginia pleaded."That legion of crimes is yet another reason to arrest them," Baker just wouldn't give up."What you have described, Agent Maddox is a right wing nut cult, like the Branch-Davidians at Waco. Arrest them.""What are the charges?" Javiera's face blanked out."Conspiracy to commit terrorist acts; aiding and abetting an international terrorist organization," Baker snapped."Everyone, put down your firearms and blades," Katrina ordered. I didn't have the status to give that order except to my own. For that matter,"Team, disarm," Elsa commanded her Security Detail people. Technically, Katrina couldn't order those girls to forego their primary mission, defend the Host. Out came the guns.The group of us went over to one wall, put our backs to it and sat down. Pro forma, Virginia, Vincent and the ATF guy drew their firearms. By this time, both Riki and the Captain looked ready to explode."Tell us what you know about this terrorist conspiracy and, " Baker said."We invoke our Right to Council," I raised my hand."You are being charged under the Patriot Act, smart-ass," Baker sneered. "We can hold you indefinitely if we can show a risk to National Security, such as a terrorist attack in China.""I apologize for dragging you into this," I turned to Katrina. "You too, Saku." Saku shrugged."I told you there is no benefit in helping 'these people'," Katrina comforted me. She meant non-Amazons and it was rather sad that it was looking like she was right and I was wrong."Unless you want to grow old and grey in Guantanamo, I suggest you start talking now," Baker threatened.There was no bravado on our part. We didn't zone out, or ignore him. We looked at him the same way we would a yappy dog while continuing to scan the room. Being disarmed didn't make us defenseless. It merely limited our options."Sir," Riki tapped Baker."If the People's Republic of China finds out we withheld details of a terrorist attack on their soil, that would be BAD, with a capital 'B'.""I have to call this in," the Captain shook his head."Wait until we have active intelligence," Baker said. The Captain completed his call."I don't work for you, Sir. I work for the Department of Defense and that man," the Captain pointed at me, "strung two words together he shouldn't have. Now, I don't know any of you people. I was told to come here, so here I am. I do know, Sir, that you are ignoring the advice from your experts about the expected results of standard interrogation techniques.You are acting on two assumptions which I find to be fictitious," the Captain was clearly furious. "First, you seem to think this won't get out, and you are wrong. Why? We have no idea who these people have talked with. We can only believe that any person outside of their organization can use that revelation for their own ends. Secondly, you haven't grasped the extent of the emergency.Chinese citizens are already starting to drop dead as we speak. This variant of Anthrax is highly contagious, fast-acting, and appears to be incredibly fatal. No nation on Earth has enough Anthrax vaccine on hand to protect their entire population, and that still implies that the vaccines we currently have will work on this new bacteria. Need I go on?"Then Captain Mistriano went back to talking softly with his companions back at Ft. Detrick. The MI-6 chief made his own call. This was his job after all. Before Baker could even start to threaten the Brit, Delilah and Chaz had their guns out, though pointed down. The US law enforcement operatives were far more leery of challenging agents of a friendly foreign power."I will make sure to tack on charges for all those deaths you are facilitating," Baker piled it on. "The US government might find it necessary to send you to the People's Republic of China to face charges there. After all, you claim to not be US citizens." None of us responded verbally. We looked at him. We certainly heard him speak, but his '

In this episode, Melissa Duge Spiers shares her journey of growing up in a Seventh-day Adventist family, her experiences of rebellion, and the challenges she faced when leaving the church. She discusses the unique aspects of Adventism, the impact it had on her identity, and the process of deconstructing her beliefs. Melissa emphasizes the importance of finding joy and freedom after leaving a high-control environment and the need for support systems for those transitioning out of similar backgrounds. In this conversation, Melissa Duge Spiers and Andrew Kerbs explore the complexities of deconstructing from the Adventist faith, discussing themes of social isolation, the impact of self-supporting schools, and the church's missionary zeal. They delve into the ethical implications of Adventist outreach, connections to controversial groups like the Branch Davidians, and the painful yet necessary process of deconstruction. The conversation also touches on the importance of therapy and support in recovery, culminating in Melissa's journey of writing a memoir about her experiences.Follow Melissa https://www.instagram.com/the.glory.wholeThis podcast is brought to you by the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery: an online trauma coaching company whose practitioners are trauma informed and trauma trained to work with individuals, couples and families who have experienced high control religion, cults, and religious trauma. For more information on the support that CTRR provides, for resources–including courses, workshops, and more–head to traumaresolutionandrecovery.com or follow us on Instagram: @traumaresolutionandrecovery The views and opinions expressed by Sunday School Dropouts are those of the hosts and not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery. Any of the content provided by our guests, sponsors, authors, or bloggers are their own ideas and opinions.The Sunday School Dropouts podcast is not anti-religion but it is anti -harm, -power and control, -oppression and, -abuse and will speak to the harmful practices and messaging of fundamentalist groups. Follow Andrew on Instagram and TikTok @deconstruct_everything Follow Laura on Instagram and TikTok @drlauraeanderson or on her website: www.drlauraeanderson.com Hosts: Laura Anderson and Andrew KerbsMusic by Benjamin Faye Music @heytherebenji Editing and Production by Kevin Crowe and can be found at  www.kevincrowe.co

Dive deep into the chilling tales of three infamous cults that shocked the world. In this episode, we unravel the apocalyptic fervor of the Branch Davidians and the fiery siege that ended in tragedy. We confront the disturbing practices of the Children of God, a group that weaponized faith and manipulated innocence. Finally, we explore the rise and fall of NXIVM, a self-help organization that became a nightmare of coercion and exploitation. Join us as we examine the psychological grip of these groups, the conspiracies and scandals surrounding them, and their enduring impact on society. How do such movements thrive, and what can we learn to guard against them today?

The 51-day stand-off between the FBI and the Branch Davidians cult that came to a fiery end.

It captivated America and much of the world. In 1993, a 51 day stand-off in Waco, Texas, between the FBI and a religious cult known as the Branch Davidians came, literally, to a fiery end. Those who died became martyrs — but martyrs to whom?

You're a child living on a remote compound in West Texas. One day authorities show up at your front door and an exchange of gunfire breaks out. Just as you expected would happen. Survivor of the Branch Davidians and the Waco massacre, Joann Vaega, discusses her earliest memories of living on the compound, what cult leader David Koresh was like in person, why she did not feel fear when the siege began, how her mom bravely acted to save her, learning about the fire that killed 76 people, including her own parents, and how she's currently defying how people said she would turn out. Original Airdate: 08/03/2022 WE HAVE DEALS FOR YOU!!! Prose: Need better haircare? Get 50% off your one-of-a-kind formula Prose.com/trust Babbel: Want to learn a new language? Get up to 60% off your subscription at Babbel.com/trustme Masterclass: Want to learn from world class experts? Get up to 50% off at Masterclass.com/trust Shopify: Upgrade your business! Sign up for your $1 per month trial period at shopify.com/trustme BUY OUR MERCH!! bit.ly/trustmemerch Got your own story about cults, extreme belief, or abuse of power? Leave a voicemail or text us at 347-86-TRUST (347-868-7878) OR shoot us an email at TrustMePod@gmail.com INSTAGRAM: @TrustMePodcast @oohlalola @meaganelizabeth11 TWITTER: @TrustMeCultPod @ohlalola @baberahamhicks TIKTOK: @TrustMeCultPodcast

[If you check these episode descriptions in all the past entries, you'll find links to some of the stuff we talk about on the show! Don't miss out on that! ] Tonight we welcome back to the table Niccolai Twombly. He's been in bands like TERMINALLY, YOUR ABORTED GHOST; COLD DAYZ, and BRANCH DAVIDIAN. We dive deep into our favorite artists, whom we absolutely love and we swear they never put out disappointing material. We do current events, we talk about Niccolai's time in the glass industry, and we have an all around good time with another great guest! Enjoy! Terminally, Your aborted Ghost https://open.spotify.com/artist/08J7HsQn4xCv7hvTNVyDnh?si=1uVNlUgfQYinb95AC9iyWg https://music.apple.com/us/artist/terminally-your-aborted-ghost/1667340532 https://www.facebook.com/TerminallyYourAbortedGhost/ COLD DAYZ https://www.facebook.com/colddayzhc/ https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/cold-dayz/1200466969 BRANCH DAVIDIAN https://www.facebook.com/branchdavidian/ https://www.instagram.com/branchdavidianofficial/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/0FiXYSwbiLOWkhSdgr6Uag https://music.apple.com/us/artist/branch-davidian/1185518630 HRL ahardrocklife@gmail.com dirtyrockrecords@usa.com pelleklive212@proton.me we still got a discord! https://discord.gg/55jueYRA

76 people died on 19th April 1993 when the compound of a religious sect, the Branch Davidians, went up in flames. It had been under siege by government agencies for 51 days, but no one knows what started the fire.Don is joined by Jeff Guinn, investigative reporter and author of ‘Waco: David Koresh, the Branch Dividians, and a Legacy of Rage' to find out why the United States' Government was interested in this religious compound outside Waco, Texas, and how the situation escalated to this point.Produced and edited by Sophie Gee. Senior Producer was Charlotte Long.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  You can take part in our listener survey here.All music from Epidemic Sounds/All3 MediaAmerican History Hit is a History Hit podcast.

We Burn Daylight by Bret Anthony Johnston. This is a novel based on the infamous 1993 Waco siege between the FBI and a cult known as the Branch Davidians (named after David Koresh, their leader). A cult has been established in the same area, led by a charlatan named Perry Cullen who is known as The Lamb, and the story centres on two star crossed teenagers who are caught up amongst it. Jaye's mother is a devotee of The Lamb and she and Jaye are living in the compound, while Roy's Dad is the local sheriff who's becoming increasingly worried about the cult stockpiling weapons and the potential for disaster. The kids find themselves at the centre of something apocalyptic. Cher: The Memoir, Part One. This is Cher's account of her life up until the early 1980s - there's so much material it's been split into two books and the second will come next year. It's a fascinating read - her family background and upbringing were unconventional, to say the least, along with the story of her marriages to Sonny Bono and Greg Allman, and the highs and lows of her early professional life. As we all know, she's had - and is still having - an extraordinary career, which is well worth reading about. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Happened to the News Reporting, Plus ATF Raid In Waco and More? Parole Board Bombshell, and the State of Journalism. What happened to investigative journalism? That's a question that continues to resonate as modern newsrooms struggle under financial constraints and shifting priorities. Legendary investigative journalist Robert Riggs believes this critical form of journalism is fading fast in the U.S. His thoughts on this topic, paired with his groundbreaking coverage of the 1993 ATF raid in Waco and the corruption scandal involving the Texas Parole Board, highlight how far news reporting has evolved—and why it matters. Check out and follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms.    Robert Riggs a semi-retired Investigative Journalist and host of the True Crime Reporter® Podcast is our guest. Listen to the interview with Robert as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, also available on Apple, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. The Decline of Investigative Journalism   Investigative journalism, often called "watchdog reporting," requires time, resources, and a commitment to exposing wrongdoing. Unfortunately, the financial realities of today's media landscape have made this increasingly rare. Riggs points to the rise of legal fears and the preference for sensational opinion pieces as the death knell for many American news outlets' investigative efforts.  Traditionally spearheaded by newspapers and freelancers, investigative work is expensive and time-consuming. With the decline in advertising revenue, many outlets have cut back, leaving only nonprofit organizations like ProPublica or international collaborations (e.g., the Panama Papers) to fill the gap. This lack of funding has diminished the public's access to deeply researched, fact-based stories. What Happened to the News Reporting? Look for more stories about this in platforms like Medium and Newsbreak. Riggs on the ATF Raid in Waco: A Journalist's Perspective   Few events showcase the power of investigative journalism better than the 1993 ATF raid on the Branch Davidian compound near Waco, Texas. Robert Riggs was on the ground, covering the harrowing 51-day siege that ended in tragedy with a fiery explosion and the deaths of nearly 80 people, including 22 children.   The raid began on February 28, 1993, when 70 agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) attempted to serve search and arrest warrants. They were met with gunfire from inside the compound, reportedly involving illegal machine guns. The resulting two-hour gun battle left four federal agents and six Davidians dead, with many others wounded.  The interview with here is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, which is available as a free podcast on their website on platforms like Apple, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. The cult's leader, David Koresh, claimed to be the spiritual heir to King David and preached apocalyptic visions based on the Book of Revelation. As Riggs reported during the siege, the buildup of weapons and Koresh's radical teachings created a volatile situation that drew national attention. Riggs' coverage stood out for its depth, earning him accolades and cementing his reputation as one of journalism's finest.  What Happened to the News Reporting, Plus ATF Raid In Waco and More? Keep informed by following the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest, Newsbreak, Medium and other social media platforms. Exposing the Parole Board Bombshell   Investigative journalism's importance is further exemplified in Riggs' exposé of corruption within the Texas Parole Board. His reporting uncovered a shocking process where favors—including luxury cars for board members—facilitated the release of dangerous criminals like Kenneth McDuff.   McDuff, a former death row inmate, was paroled under a cloud of corruption. Riggs revealed how this system jeopardized public safety, ultimately prompting reforms in Texas' parole system. Riggs' tenacity earned him the George Foster Peabody Award for investigative reporting and national recognition for his fearless pursuit of truth. The interview is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, which is available as a free podcast on their website on platforms like Apple, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.    Why Podcasts Are Filling the Gap   In an era where traditional journalism is struggling, platforms like "True Crime Reporter® Podcast" and the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcas are stepping in to provide audiences with detailed, immersive storytelling. What Happened to the News Reporting? Social media outlets like Facebook and Instagram also amplify the story, bringing it to a new generation.  The rise of podcasts as a medium reflects the public's hunger for authentic, in-depth reporting. Recognized with a Webby Award for Best True Crime Podcast, Riggs' work demonstrates that while traditional investigative journalism may be waning, its principles can thrive in new formats.  Platforms like the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, Apple Podcasts and Spotify make these stories more accessible, allowing listeners to become informed and vigilant.  How Big Tech Platforms Are Changing the Media Landscape   Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Apple, and Spotify are reshaping how people consume news and entertainment. For Riggs, this shift presents both challenges and opportunities. While these platforms offer unprecedented reach for podcasts and independent creators, they also contribute to the decline of traditional outlets by monopolizing advertising revenue.   Social media algorithms prioritize engagement over accuracy, amplifying sensationalism and misinformation. Riggs uses his extensive archive of reporters' notebooks to craft narratives that are as educational as they are engaging. What Happened to the News Reporting, Plus ATF Raid In Waco and More? Be sure to follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms. The Future of Investigative Journalism   Despite its challenges, investigative journalism remains crucial for democracy and accountability. Riggs' body of work serves as a reminder of the impact journalists can have when given the resources and freedom to dig deep. From Waco's fiery conclusion to the murky dealings of the Texas Parole Board, these stories emphasize the enduring need for fearless reporting. Follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms. Be sure to check out our website. 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In the spotlight is Chad Boudreaux, former deputy chief of staff for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security where he advised department leader Michael Chertoff, and current chief legal officer at Huntington Ingalls Industries, the nation's largest military shipbuilder. Along the way, Boudreaux became a novelist, writing the thrillers “Scavenger Hunt” and “Homecoming.” His forthcoming novel is titled “Mob Justice.”  We discuss:  >> Legal versus fiction writing >> Tom Clancy and Robert Ludlum >> Submarines and shipbuilding >> Hidden floors in buildings >> Waco, Texas and the Branch Davidians >> Etc.  Learn more about Chad Boudreaux and his books here: https://www.chadboudreaux.com/  Novelist Spotlight is produced and hosted by Mike Consol. Check out his novels here: https://snip.ly/yz18no     Write to Mike Consol at novelistspotlight@gmail.com

American Justice takes a look at the stand off between the ATF and the Branch Davidians lasting 51 days and culminating in a fire and the deaths of nearly 80 people.

Suspecting the group of stockpiling illegal weapons, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms obtained a search warrant for the compound and arrest warrants for Koresh and several of the group's members. Starting on February 28th 1993 The Branch Davidians, led by David Koresh, were prepared to stay put at their Mount Carmel Center ranch while the U.S. federal government and Texas state law enforcement officials started a siege of the compound that lasted 51 days and ended on April 19, 1993.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1993, there was a bloody confrontation between the federal government and the Branch Davidians religious cult in Waco, Texas. The event left a last impact on American culture, politics and the perception of religious freedom and government intervention. The tragedy became a symbol for anti-government movements, conspiracy theorists and religious groups. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

1984 David Koresh lead a faction of Seventh-day Adventist, calling themselves the Branch Davidians against George Roden, who was leading the competing faction. George Roden had ran Howell and his followers off their Mount Carmel compound at gunpoint. Howell and his group relocated to Palestine, Texas and the beginnings of what resulted in the famous "Waco Siege" was born.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Från 2020. Den kristna sekten Branch Davidians belägras av beväpnade poliser. Efter 51 dagar uppstår en brand som slutar i katastrof. Nya avsnitt från P3 Dokumentär hittar du först i Sveriges Radio Play. Det är en mulen morgon i februari 1993. Den amerikanska myndigheten ATF, som har i uppdrag att bekämpa brott som rör alkohol, tobak, vapen och sprängämnen, är på väg till den kristna sekten Branch Davidians kollektiv ute på Texas landsbygd. ATF misstänker att sekten samlar på illegala vapen. De planerar en räd för att gripa sektledaren David Koresh. Men Branch Davidians har förberett sig inför jordens undergång, och väntar på den sista striden mellan de onda och goda makterna. Och de är redo att försvara sig. Belägringen i Waco livesänds över hela landet.Räden går inte som planerat och sektmedlemmarna skjuter mot poliserna när de upplever att de blir hotade. Flera poliser och sektmedlemmar dödas och skadas. Snart backas myndighetssidan upp av den federala polisen FBI. Sektmedlemmarna vägrar att komma ut och FBI som fruktar att sekten ska begå kollektivt självmord, dröjer sig kvar. Det uppstår en belägring som varar i 51 dagar - som livesänds över hela USA - och slutar i katastrof. Medverkande: Clive Doyle: Branch Davidian och överlevare av katastrofen i Waco. Heather Jones: Fd Branch Davidian som överlevde katastrofen i Waco som barn. David Bunds: Fd Branch Davidian. Byron Sage: FBI:s gisslanförhandlare. Peter Åkerbäck: Religionshistoriker vid Stockholms universitet. En dokumentär av: Emelie Svensson. Producent: Ida Lundqvist. Dokumentären producerades år 2020.

On this episode of HRL, we welcome the very talented Gabriel Sanborn. Gabriel is an exceptional bass player who has played in several bands such as BRANCH DAVIDIAN. We talk music, recordings aaand wait for it... "party rooms!" We had a great time talking with Gabriel and are looking forward to hearing from him in the future, as he is embarking on his new journey in his young musical life! HRL ahardrocklife@gmail.com dirtyrockrecords@usa.com pelleklive212@proton.me

Just how murderous were Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow? Where did those famous photos come from? And how did the press lead to the pair's demise?Don chats to Jeff Guinn, best-selling author and historian, to find out about this notorious outlaw couple. They explore the impact of the Great Depression, the prison system and dreams of fame on Bonnie and Clyde's rise and fall.Jeff is an investigative reporter and author of several books including 'Waco: David Koresh, the Branch Davidians, and a Legacy of Rage'. His book on this subject is ‘Go Down Together: The True Untold Story of Bonnie And Clyde'.Produced by Sophie Gee. Senior Producer was Charlotte Long. Bonnie's poem read by Breeana Gamueda.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for $1 per month for 3 months with code AMERICANHISTORY sign up at https://historyhit.com/subscription/ You can take part in our listener survey here.

Nearly twenty years after they happened, the ATF and FBI assaults on the Branch Davidian residence near Waco, Texas remain the most deadly law enforcement action on American soil. The raid by Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms agents on February 28, 1993, which resulted in the deaths of four ATF agents and six Branch Davidians, precipitated a 51-day siege conducted by the FBI. The FBI tank and gas assault on the residence at Mount Carmel Center on April 19 culminated in a fire that killed 53 adults and 23 children, with only nine survivors. In A Journey to Waco, survivor Clive Doyle not only takes readers inside the tragic fire and its aftermath, but he also tells the larger story of how and why he joined the Branch Davidians, how the Branch Davidian community developed, and the status of survivors.While the media and official reports painted one picture of the Branch Davidians and the two assaults, A Journey to Waco shares a much more personal account of the ATF raid, the siege, and the final assault that details events unreported by the media. A Journey to Waco presents what the Branch Davidians believed and introduces readers to the community's members, including David Koresh. A Journey to Waco is a personal account of one man's journey with the Branch Davidians, through the tragic fire, and beyond.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

The basis of the celebrated Paramount Network miniseries starring Michael Shannon and Taylor Kitsch--Waco is the critically-acclaimed, first person account of the siege by Branch Davidian survivor, David Thibodeau.Twenty-five years ago, the FBI staged a deadly raid on the Branch Davidian compound in Waco. Texas. David Thibodeau survived to tell the story.When he first met the man who called himself David Koresh, David Thibodeau was a drummer in a local a rock band. Though he had never been religious in the slightest, Thibodeau gradually became a follower and moved to the Branch Davidian compound in Waco. He remained there until April 19, 1993, when the compound was stormed and burned to the ground after a 51-day standoff with government authorities.In this compelling account--now with an updated epilogue that revisits remaining survivors--Thibodeau explores why so many people came to believe that Koresh was divinely inspired. We meet the men, women, and children of Mt. Carmel. We get inside the day-to-day life of the community. We also understand Thibodeau's brutally honest assessment of the United States government's actions. The result is a memoir that reads like a thriller, with each page taking us closer to the eventual inferno.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Nearly twenty years after they happened, the ATF and FBI assaults on the Branch Davidian residence near Waco, Texas remain the most deadly law enforcement action on American soil. The raid by Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms agents on February 28, 1993, which resulted in the deaths of four ATF agents and six Branch Davidians, precipitated a 51-day siege conducted by the FBI. The FBI tank and gas assault on the residence at Mount Carmel Center on April 19 culminated in a fire that killed 53 adults and 23 children, with only nine survivors. In A Journey to Waco, survivor Clive Doyle not only takes readers inside the tragic fire and its aftermath, but he also tells the larger story of how and why he joined the Branch Davidians, how the Branch Davidian community developed, and the status of survivors.While the media and official reports painted one picture of the Branch Davidians and the two assaults, A Journey to Waco shares a much more personal account of the ATF raid, the siege, and the final assault that details events unreported by the media. A Journey to Waco presents what the Branch Davidians believed and introduces readers to the community's members, including David Koresh. A Journey to Waco is a personal account of one man's journey with the Branch Davidians, through the tragic fire, and beyond.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

The Koreshan State Historic Site in Estero, Florida is one of the most peculiar historic sites in the American South. This state park showcases the life of Dr. Cyrus Teed, the founder of Koreshanity. Those who joined this religious and scientific movement sought immortality through celibacy and believed the entire universe existed within a giant, hollow sphere. The Koreshan Unity has been dubbed “one of the most bizarre” communal utopian societies organized in the 19th century. They were forced to relocate several times until they found a permanent home in the swamplands of southwest Florida. Want more Southern Mysteries?  Hear the Southern Mysteries show archive of 60+ episodes along with Patron exclusive podcast, Audacious: Tales of American Crime and more when you become a patron of the show. You can immediately access exclusive content now at patreon.com/southernmysteries Connect Website: southernmysteries.com Facebook: Southern Mysteries Podcast Instagram: @southernmysteries Email: southernmysteriespodcast@gmail.com  Recommended Reading The Allure of Immortality: An American Cult, a Florida Swamp, and a Renegade Prophet by Lyn Millner Waco: David Koresh, the Branch Davidians, and A Legacy of Rage by Jeff Guinn  Episode Sources WGCU Gulf Coast Life: The connection between Cyrus Teed and the Koreshans and David Koresh and the Branch Davidians. March 14, 2023. The Koreshnans: Archives of former holdings of the Koreshan State Historic Site. Florida State Parks: Koreshan State Historic Site World Religious and Spirituality Project: Koreshans by Lyn Millner WGCU: Florida History: Koreshan Unity: A Quest for Utopia | Untold Stories | Florida History US Department of the Interior: Preserving America's Utopian Dream, 2001. “Dr. Cyrus Teed and the Koreshan Unity Movement” by Catherine Anthony Ohnemus. Florida Rambler: Koreshan State Park is Florida's strangest historic site. August 3, 2024. Episode Music Out of the Mines, courtesy of Ross Gentry, Asheville, North Carolina.  

It's Episode 398 and we're racing to the grave in a coffin! This week Em brings us a local legend from Maine (perfectly timed for our Portland, Maine live show? We definitely meant to do that) with the tale of the Tomb of Colonel Jonathan Buck. Then Christine tells us the whackadoo story of the Branch Davidians and the Siege of Mount Carmel. And will we be relieved next week after our first live shows? You'll have to tune in to find out!The Pour Decisions Tour has officially kicked off! Make sure you get your tickets to see our brand new show at: andthatswhywedrink.com/live

The set up to Mass Shooter is “I will destroy the world and then kill myself.”  In simple terms, the War game version of Now I've Got You, You SOB! is the climax of Mass Shooter. Both games involve the Othering of a certain person, group, or ethnicity, which creates an obstruction between oneself and the Other. The same can be said for competing nation-states. This Othering justifies violent retaliation. Mass Shooter involves White (“it”) surveilling Black (weakness for the game) in order to find injustices to enact revenge. The relatively minor infraction is weaponized by White to unleash their fury. Black then retaliates against the fury. When Black's inevitable retaliation occurs, it authorizes a claim of “self-defense” even though White was in an offensive position. White was looking for provocations to license a game of Now I've Got You, You Son of a Bitch! (NIGYSOB!) For example, the U.S. militarily occupies the Middle East, which provokes the 9/11 attacks. Two decades later, under the guise of the illusory “war on terror,” (see Hide & Seek) the U.S. enacts revenge on one of the “masterminds” who allegedly planned the attack. Israel occupies the Palestinians to provoke attacks by Hamas in order to seek revenge and domination: NIGYSOB! The Mass Shooter combines NIGYSOB! with the supremacist version of Kick Me. Mass Shooter is driven by White's need to be perceived by Others (Black), i.e., social recognition. White's perception is that Black will regret how they treated White, e.g., for the bullying, criticism, lack of sexual interest. White makes themselves agitated (bound up sexual energy), which leads to violence. The exhibitionism of the murders, which is often livestreamed, is the destructive version of the Influencer game. Consider Columbine. One of the masterminds was Eric Harris who imagined the massacre would one day be made into a Hollywood movie: “For Eric, Columbine was a performance. Homicidal art. He actually referred to his audience in his journal: “the majority of the audience wont even understand my motives,” he complained. He scripted Columbine as made-for-TV murder, and his chief concern was that we would be too stupid to see the point. Fear was Eric's ultimate weapon. He wanted to maximize the terror. He didn't want kids to fear isolated events like a sporting event or a dance; he wanted them to fear their daily lives. It worked. Parents across the country were afraid to send their kids to school.” (p. 277) His existential life position was I'm OK, You're not-OK (arrogant and paranoid). Therefore, Harris felt a sense of superiority over Others and plotted revenge. In the book, “Columbine”, it is noted that “Eric equated “unique” with “superior.” For example, Harris obtains injustices and gets revenge: he would attack his peers' houses “to retaliate for perceived slights, but most often for the offense of inferiority.” (NIGYSOB!). The armaments give White situational power to inflict the most damage: I'll Show Them. White is more interested in the effects the shooting has on their enemies or friends (carnage) than they do in the rewards itself. Contrary to popular understanding, the Columbine massacre was not a nod to 4/20 or Hitler's birthday, but a replication of Timothy McVeigh's work four years (to the day) prior. McVeigh's devastating Oklahoma City bombing of 168 innocent people was revenge, i.e., NIGYSOB!, for the federal government's actions against the Branch Davidian compound in the 1993 Waco siege. According to Michael Parenti in his book The Terrorism Trap, McVeigh was associated with the “Christian Identity” group. So, in addition to attacking the federal government, he was also fascistically attacking “the Jews, liberals, and other secularists who have dislodged white Christian America from its spiritual moorings.” McVeigh is therefore one of the Original Mass-shooter Gangsters (see OMG, e.g., Unabomber). The initial commencement date for the Columbine attack was Apri...

On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt welcome back one of our most respected and returning guests, Scott Horton, for the third time. Scott is the director of the Libertarian Institute, editorial director of Antiwar.com, and the host of Antiwar Radio on Pacifica, 90.7 FM KPFK in Los Angeles, California. He's also a prolific author with several must-read books, including Enough Already: Time to End the War on Terrorism and Fool's Errand: Time to End the War in Afghanistan. His work is pivotal in educating and mobilizing countless individuals in the pursuit of peace and liberty. In this episode, we commemorate the 32nd anniversary of the Ruby Ridge standoff—a dark chapter in American history where the government unleashed deadly force on a family simply trying to live off the grid. Scott gives us a detailed history of the event, followed by an exploration of how Ruby Ridge became the blueprint for the Waco siege and the tragedy of the Branch Davidians. But Scott doesn't stop there—he ties these historical events into a broader narrative, showing how the government has perfected its playbook of turning ordinary Americans into "domestic terrorists" through propaganda and setups. From there, Scott connects the dots between these domestic tragedies and American foreign policy. He draws chilling parallels between the state's tactics at Ruby Ridge and Waco and the actions of Israel in Gaza, where he argues that the Israeli government carries out the equivalent of 20 Ruby Ridges a day. Scott paints a vivid picture of how the military-industrial complex employs this same playbook of deception and violence across the globe to provoke and perpetuate foreign conflicts. This episode is a sobering yet enlightening discussion that ties together historical events, current policies, and global conflicts, all through the lens of state violence and propaganda. Don't miss it! (Length: 1:11:09) Scott on Twitter: https://x.com/scotthortonshow Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B074V91F35 Interviews: https://scotthorton.org/archives/ Support: https://www.libertarianinstitute.org/

Join us on "Unmasking the Prophets," a gripping podcast series that delves into the chilling world of infamous false prophets. In this series, we explore the lives, ideologies, and devastating impacts of some of history's most notorious cult leaders. From the manipulative charisma of Jim Jones to the apocalyptic visions of David Koresh, we dissect the psychological and sociological factors that allowed these figures to amass followers and wield terrifying power.Each episode features in-depth analysis and expert commentary on the following infamous figures:Jim Jones: Founder of the People's Temple, whose utopian promises ended in the tragic Jonestown massacre.David Koresh: Leader of the Branch Davidians, whose standoff with the FBI in Waco, Texas, left a lasting scar on American history.Marshall Applewhite: The mastermind behind Heaven's Gate, a cult that believed in extraterrestrial salvation, leading to a mass suicide.Charles Manson: The enigmatic leader of the Manson Family, whose twisted interpretations of the Beatles' lyrics spurred a series of brutal murders.Shoko Asahara: Founder of Aum Shinrikyo, responsible for the deadly sarin gas attack on the Tokyo subway.Through harrowing survivor testimonies, expert interviews, and thorough research, "Unmasking the Prophets" seeks to understand what drives individuals to follow such dangerous leaders and what society can learn from these tragic tales. Tune in to uncover the dark truths behind these false prophets and the devastating legacies they left behind.

In this gripping episode of The Rise of Basic Men podcast, we dive into two of the most controversial incidents in American history: Ruby Ridge and the Waco Siege. Join us as we explore the intricate details and lasting impacts of these government standoffs and the influence it has on other tragedies. Highlights include:Ruby Ridge Incident: A detailed recount of the Weaver family's tragic encounter with federal agents, examining the miscommunications and excessive force that led to unnecessary deaths.Waco Siege: The intense 51-day standoff between the Branch Davidians and federal agents, culminating in a catastrophic fire. We discuss David Koresh's leadership, the FBI's controversial tactics, and the devastating aftermath.Impact on Militia Movements: How these incidents fueled anti-government sentiments and the rise of militia movements across the US.Oklahoma City Bombing Connection: Understanding how the events at Ruby Ridge and Waco influenced Timothy McVeigh's motivations for the Oklahoma City bombing.Reflection on Government Overreach: Analyzing the lessons learned and changes in policies following these incidents.Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the balance between government authority and individual freedoms, and how history's darker moments continue to shape our present.Stay connected and share your thoughts with us: Stay updated with our latest content on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Don't forget to follow us on Spotify so you never miss an episode! https://linktr.ee/theriseofbasicmenEpisode Runtime: Approx. 75 minutes

Sub to the PPM Patreon to support the show—help us reach our Month of Truth challenge goal of 120 new subs by Sept. 1st: patreon.com/ParaPowerMapping Counterpropaganda is a new intermittent series—this is the opening salvo. We're christening it w/ a feature of films depicting contract killers. Our impetus is the anti-hitman thesis of Linklater's new screwball Netflix noir ironically titled "Hit Man", a piece of subtle albeit messy copaganda that masquerades as lighthearted psychological thriller packed w/ meditations on identity, but which is mostly a sexy romp glorifying entrapment stings, sexing-up confidential informants, & trying to deconstruct the existence of hit men (all things Klonny is decidedly not about). The movie also possesses a mercenary streak its writers Richard & leading man Glen Powell might have thought would serve as an indictment of us & trickstery subversion, but I think it gets lost in its own sauce & genre dalliances. So yr neighborly noid is here to unpack why I disagree w/ the film's framing of (supposedly nonexistent) hitmen & law enforcement moreover, which spills into multiple parts as we dive into a number of IRL "retail" contract killer case studies to pick at the film's seams, resulting in one becoming a full-on, deep history of a little known serial contract killer named Glennon Engleman aka the Killer Driller, a sus dentist who moonlighted as a murderer-for-hire, mastermind of insurance schemes, & Black Widow keeper—and we discover that these serial contract murders, which are a little off the beaten true crime path, cohere w/ McGowan's PTK framework or more recent works like "Eye of the Chickenhawk" to a surprising degree. That investigative research arrives in Pt. II. In this ep, we discuss: The Trump ear nicking assassination attempt (foreshadowing future Counterprop I'd reckon);  We cram in a litany of the noir & contract killing films & TV that Klonny's been watching or thinking about in preparation for this, including - Hit Man, The Killer, Kill List, Le Samouraï, Sicario,  The Day of the Jackal, The Parallax View, JFK, Rampart, The Shield,... etc. We conduct a perfunctory SUS CHECK on Linklater, which is primarily made up of examining his role in furthering Alex Jones's platform—the Bill Cooper, Ron Paul, & Branch Davidians-connected, fellow Austinian conspi-radio broadcaster & parapolitical research shitcoater. Which means we have to take an obligatory look at JONES'S C I A MOM & POPS, including his sus, implants-designing dentist of a father David Jones, who'd affix microphonic crowns on Agency teeth's (foreshadowing Glennon Engleman in Pt. II, nice) & may have been an operative in his own right... Even provided covert financial support to CA death squads... And Carol Hamman, Alex's Ma, who would help to secure housing accommodations for East German defectors in Texas in the '80s... And then there's Alex's Uncle Bill, who was a heli pilot in 'Nam, conducted Black Ops missions, & likely was involved in the Phoenix Program's extrajudicial assassinations (possibly a Hit Man connection only 2 degrees from Linklater). The other primary focus of our brief SUS CHECK: THE CHURCH OF THE SUBGENIUS The irony cult cum performance art troupe cum zine collective cum PA TV show cum ARG that Richard Linklater is affiliated with, learning how he's has championed said highly conceptual oddball project in the doc JR "Bob" Dobbs & the Church of the SubGenius. We get into how these exemplars of Austin high weirdness had an indelible impact on Linklater's oeuvre, inspiring his first film Slacker via their gnostic/sexual elemental force dubbed SLACK. We explore how this not-quite-fake cult started by Austin outsiders Ivan Stengs & Philo Drummond, which preaches a sexual & recreational gospel that is also rooted in a voracious syncretizing of basically every conspiracy theory known to man, might just have become a second Scientology if its founders had been a little more zealous. Full notes on Patreon

Phil Stanford - White House Call Girl : The Real Watergate StoryJune 7Heidi Rikan was an ex-stripper who, during the Nixon years, was working for the mob in Washington, D.C. White House Call Girl tells how an escort service she ran led to the Watergate break-in, bringing down Tricky Dick Nixon himself. For 40 years the public have only heard the Woodward and Bernstein perspective on Watergate. Finally they can hear (and see) the other version. We've got the photos. What's more, we've got Heidi's little black book.Book0:00Change progress48:16Barry Ernest - Girl on the Stairs, The: The Search for a Missing Witness to the JFK AssassinationJune 6A silent witness is heard at last.It required 35 years of painstakingly diligent searching to uncover Victoria Adams, a key witness to the JFK assassination, and her story. Adams was on the staircase of the Texas School Book Depository at the precise moment that Lee Harvey Oswald, according to the Warren Commission, was making his escape-yet she saw no one. Badgered by the Commission and fearing for her life, Adams vanished into obscurity. At long last, her story has been brought to light and forces us to reconsider one of the most controversial assassinations of the 20th century.Book0:00Change progress1:00:01Joe Exotic - The Whole TruthJune 5Joe Exotic speaks to The Opperman Report about Netflix, his legal woes, prison life and how, after all these issues, lies and challenges, he still has hope in his heart.This is different from the Netflix documentary; this is his side of the story in his words.Exclusive to the Opperman Report.InstagramTwitter3wwas hoping this is what you were eluding to on live the other day3wEd, you are the G.O.A.T for this. I hope you put something nice on his commissary too. 0:00Change progress52:31Norma Jean Almodovar - Cop to Call Girl/Why I Left the Lapd to Make an Honest Living As a Beverly Hills ProstituteJune 5The author recounts her career with the LAPD, the corruption that caused her disillusionment, and her exploits as a glamorous call girlShe tells Ed Opperman about trafficking and some of the horrors, heartache and humour she has encountered on her journey.Book0:00Change progress49:47Alan R. Warren - THE LAST MAN STANDING: Is Jack Daniel McCulloughJune 4From the archives we bring you Alan R. Warren and a case which is a conundrum inside a riddle It was a shattering death bed confession by a heartbroken mother. But would it solve the oldest cold case murder case in American jurisprudence?In January 1994, Eileen Tessier told Jack McCullough's half-sister Janet Tessier that he, her son, kidnapped 7-year-old Maria Ridulph from their neighborhood in Sycamore, Illinois and killed her in December 1957. It was a case that tore the child's family apart, as well as dividing and terrifying the town as the days, then the months, and finally the years passed with no arrest.In 2008 the Illinois State police reopened the case against Jack after receiving an email from Janet Tessier about their mother's deathbed confession. After the Illinois State police interviewed Janet and learned that Jack had also been accused of raping their other sister, Jeanne Tessier, they reopened the case. But would reopening the case solve the question of who killed Maria Ridulph? And was McCullough the killer?In THE LAST MAN STANDING, true crime author Alan Warren writes in exacting detail about the kidnapping, murder and subsequent investigations—both in 1957 and 2008—that eventually led to the murder conviction of Jack McCullough. But the story doesn't stop there as it delves into the years McCullough spent in prison and the efforts to have his conviction overturned.Was McCullough the brutal killer of a little girl? Or was he the last man standing when the justice system decided he needed to pay for the crime? You decide.BookAlan R Warren0:00Change progress43:07Vassili MironovJune 3The heroes of European Village can call themselves heroes again (thought they don't).The battery and disorderly conduct charges they got slapped with three days after foiling what could have been a bloodbath at European Village in March were all dropped—charges that, in the men's view, should never have been leveled at them to start with. The evidence supports their claim.Vassili Mironov, Joshua Auriemma and Roman Dubinschi were the young Palm Coast residents who jumped on Daniel Noble before he could use his assault rifle—an Uzi he was threatening to use against patrons. Mironov and Auriemma sustained stab wounds in the process. Noble, 38, has since been hauled off to a state psychiatric hospital, having been deemed incompetent to stand trial.Three days later, Mironov, Auriemma and Dubinschi were themselves arrested. Their arrests after a fight at Finn's bar in Flagler Beach on March 19 appear to have been the result of shoot-first, ask-questions-later policing based on the apparently false testimonies of that evening's assailants, who never faced prosecution. Not that the questions were ever asked.0:00Change progress51:01Thomas Maier - Mafia Spies: The Inside Story of the CIA, Gangsters, JFK, and CastroJune 3From the Bestselling Author and Television Producer of Masters of Sex, a True Story of Espionage and Mobsters, Based on the Never-Before-Released JFK Files, and Optioned by Warner Bros.Mafia Spies is the definitive account of America's most remarkable espionage plots ever—with CIA agents, mob hitmen, “kompromat” sex, presidential indiscretion, and James Bond-like killing devices together in a top-secret mystery full of surprise twists and deadly intrigue. In the early 1960s, two top gangsters, Johnny Roselli and Sam Giancana, were hired by the CIA to kill Cuba's Communist leader, Fidel Castro, only to wind up murdered themselves amidst Congressional hearings and a national debate about the JFK assassination.Mafia Spies revolves around the outlaw friendship of these two mob buddies and their fascinating world of CIA spies, fellow Mafioso in Chicago, Cuban exile commandos in Miami, beautiful Hollywood women, famous entertainers like Frank Sinatra's Rat Pack in Las Vegas, Castro's own spies in Havana and his double agents hidden in Florida, J. Edgar Hoover's FBI snooping, and the Kennedy administration's “Get Castro” obsession in Washington. Thomas Maier is among the first to take full advantage of the National Archives' 2017–18 release of the long-suppressed JFK files, many of which deal with the CIA's top secret anti-Castro operation in Florida and Cuba.With several new investigative findings, Mafia Spies is a spy exposé, murder mystery, and shocking true story that recounts America's first foray into the assassination business, a tale with profound impact for today's Trump era. Who killed Johnny and Sam—and why wasn't Castro assassinated despite the CIA's many clandestine efforts?Book0:00Change progress1:49:35Clive Doyle - A Journey to Waco: Autobiography of a Branch DavidianJune 2Nearly twenty years after they happened, the ATF and FBI assaults on the Branch Davidian residence near Waco, Texas remain the most deadly law enforcement action on American soil. The raid by Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms agents on February 28, 1993, which resulted in the deaths of four ATF agents and six Branch Davidians, precipitated a 51-day siege conducted by the FBI. The FBI tank and gas assault on the residence at Mount Carmel Center on April 19 culminated in a fire that killed 53 adults and 23 children, with only nine survivors. In A Journey to Waco, survivor Clive Doyle not only takes readers inside the tragic fire and its aftermath, but he also tells the larger story of how and why he joined the Branch Davidians, how the Branch Davidian community developed, and the status of survivors. While the media and official reports painted one picture of the Branch Davidians and the two assaults, A Journey to Waco shares a much more personal account of the ATF raid, the siege, and the final assault that details events unreported by the media. A Journey to Waco presents what the Branch Davidians believed and introduces readers to the community's members, including David Koresh. A Journey to Waco is a personal account of one man's journey with the Branch Davidians, through the tragic fire, and beyond.Book2wThe children certainly aren't be abused now. Thanks big brother!0:00Change progress58:28Opperman Live - Pee in a CupJune 1No, not a new offer from your favourite coffee house but an episode of the long running informational feast which is The Opperman Report.0:00Change progress1:01:24Opperman Live - Some Might Be Triggered TonightJune 1More background info on the stuff you need to know from the files of The Opperman Report.0:00Change progress51:01Thomas Maier - Mafia Spies: The Inside Story of the CIA, Gangsters, JFK, and CastroMay 31From the Bestselling Author and Television Producer of Masters of Sex, a True Story of Espionage and Mobsters, Based on the Never-Before-Released JFK Files, and Optioned by Warner Bros.Mafia Spies is the definitive account of America's most remarkable espionage plots ever—withBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Kirk Lyons, Oklahoma City bombing, PATCON, Waco, FBI, Andreas, Strassmeir, Civil War Reenactment, Gettysburg, Louis Beam, Fort Smith sedition trial, how Lyons became involved with Fort Smith, Mexico, Covenant Sword & Arms of the Lord (CSA), Elohim City, James Ellison, Robert Millar, how Lyons met Strassmeir, Vincent Petruskie, the Nazi connections in Strassmeir's family, how Strassmeir arrived at Elohim City, Strassmeir's relationship with Ellison, Strassmeir's alleged links to German intelligence (i.e. BND, GSG9, etc), Strassmeir's relationship with Carol Howe, Texas Light Infantry, Civilian Material Assistance (CMA),Strassmeir's links to Texas Light Infantry, Strassmeir and the Lady Godiva incident, Timothy McVeigh's alleged call to CAUSE the day before the bombing, Dave Holloway, Strassmeir's flight from the US after the bombing, the questions surrounding Strassmeir's visas and passports, John Doe #2, 9/11, possible links to 9/11 and OKC bombing, Kirk's take on PATCON, Kirk's role in Waco siege, Branch Davidians, Kirk's role in Ruby Ridge, Kirk's role in the Montana Freemen standoff, 20th Special Forces Group, Sovereign Order of Saint John, American Pistol and Rifle Association (APRA), McVeigh and APRAMusic by: Keith Allen Dennishttps://keithallendennis.bandcamp.com/Additional Music: Waylon Jenningshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B00138F19S/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TX289HOHORDA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kiP9aVz1MNO2ndfMDSuXvyaD2HBNsKrd3ZFnTJJNrX3_cfF4DkbPtjzETXFZ_NmYOBnMwbNXv71oqvitaopjSxG1IWY8tceuZJMRdKx1m4tqKTNSpbJ0ecdbFgeXqQ-eXrELDo2I_LkluTHSj3y8JZd83dlahlGNsX9Z-ulTjxJLialKOkVHOAmqdNMoUpcaYFYi55RnGCAaKMCqnuYJZMlzwLqnNTiii3lKOAzQeaQ.tJC62qa3ISwwNA4HlM4ViGoGM5M8glCEJj5afz1Yv4U&dib_tag=se&keywords=songs+of+the+civil+war&qid=1715567064&s=dmusic&sprefix=songs+of+the+civil+war%2Cdigital-music%2C355&sr=1-1 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

67 MinutesPG-13David Thibodeau is an author, musician, and one of nine who survived the fire at the Branch Davidian home in Waco, Texas, in 1993. David joins Pete to talk about the day the Feds drove tanks into the Branch Davidian house and the ensuing fire.David's PayPal Address - drummerdt@gotmail.comDavid's BookDavid on FaceBookVIP Summit 3-Truth To Freedom - Autonomy w/ Richard GroveSupport Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's Substack Pete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.

Jeff Guinn is the author of the new book Waco: David Koresh, the Branch Davidians, and a Legacy of Rage. He has written several other best-selling books including; The Life & Times of Charles Manson, and War on the Border. Jeff was the co-executive producer alongside Leonardo DiCaprio on the TV docuseries "Terror in the Jungle," which is based on his book, The Road to Jonestown. He currently resides in Fort Worth, Texas, where he is a member of the Texas Literary Hall of Fame and a two-time winner of the Texas Book Award.