Coffee And Cults

Episode 67: Updates Jan 2026 Feb 3, 2026 00:52:24 Join us! As Sam & Jon share updates from cults they've discussed over the years. Allegedly. Contact us coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media @coffeeandcults Support us patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults Weeeee love you

Episode 66: The Kingdom of Kubala Dec 18, 2025 01:04:41 Episode 66: The Kingdom of Kubala Jon tells Sam about the Kingdom of Kubala, the micro cult until recently in the woods of Scotland where the King, Queen and their handmaiden have attracted the world's attention via social media. Learn about Scottish Camping, the LSD to cult leader pipeline, Opera, possession, Elizabeth the First, Irn Bru and the history of this very online religious movement.

Episode 65 One Taste- Interview with Ruwan Meepagala Nov 24, 2025 00:50:20 Join us! For this very special episode- our first ever interview! Sam and Jon are joined by Ruwan Meepagala, ex member of cult group One Taste. We chat about his new book which tells the story of his experience in the group, and ask him all of the questions we always wanted to ask cult members. You can find Ruwan's book here: https://orgsmbook.com/ Contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social me

Episode 64: The True Jesus Church Sep 27, 2025 00:42:56 Join us! As Sam tells Jon about the True Jesus Church after a chance discovery. No content warnings today thankfully, just a lovely stroll through the origins of the church, the founder/workers, their beliefs and practices. Also, Sam forgets the word 'glossolalia' and Jon makes a onesie promise. Contact us - coffeeandcults@gmail.com Social media- @coffeeandcults Support us- ko-fi.com/coffeeandc

Episode 63: The Brotherhood of Eternal Love Aug 21, 2025 00:54:00 Episode 63: The Brotherhood of Eternal Love Jon tells Sam the story of how small time gang members took LSD, saw God and formed a psychedelic cult that wanted to change the world (while dealing drugs in California) Also: LSD storage advice, orange sunshine, the difficulties of finding your own island, novel ways to celebrate Jesus' birthday and lots of speculations from two podcast hosts who hav

Episode 62: The University of Cosmic Intelligence Mar 28, 2025 00:41:25 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 v

Episode 61: The Seekers Jan 19, 2025 01:22:24 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

Episode 60- The Cult with No Name (or The Garbage Eaters) Nov 22, 2024 01:02:05 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

Episode 59: Universal Church Of The Kingdom Of God Jul 21, 2024 01:44:57 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.

Episode 58 Aum Shinrikyo Part 2 May 1, 2024 01:01:37 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, d

Episode 57- Aum Shinrikyo Part 1 Apr 1, 2024 00:57:00 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

Episode 56- Modern Mystery School Jan 2, 2024 01:08:50 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-

Episode 55- Electus Per Deus Oct 31, 2023 01:40:25 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 fict

Episode 54- Updates 2023 Oct 15, 2023 00:54:00 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

Episode 53 - The Aetherius Society Oct 5, 2023 01:30:07 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 ri

Episode 52 - The Elder Council Aug 15, 2023 00:56:13 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, speaki

Episode 51- 3HO Jun 4, 2023 01:30:03 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

Coffee And Cults Ep 50 Part Three Behind The Buddhas! Apr 25, 2023 01:43:53 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 b

Episode 50 Part 2- Road Trip To New Kadampa Tradition Mar 10, 2023 01:07:15 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 m

Episode 50 Part 1- Soul Therapy and the REAL Jesus Christ Feb 17, 2023 00:49:14 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 experie

Episode 49- The Branch Davidians And Waco Part 3- The Siege Dec 19, 2022 01:39:26 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 @coffe

Halloween Special - Nuwaubianism Oct 31, 2022 01:17:17 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, r

Episode 48: The Branch Davidians And Waco Part 2 Oct 3, 2022 01:36:11 “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 conver

Episode 47- The Branch Davidians And Waco Part 1 Aug 6, 2022 01:21:37 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 t

Episode 46: Love Has Won Jul 3, 2022 01:20:59 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 le

Cult Updates: May 2022 Jun 6, 2022 00:45:44 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

Episode 45: Jezreel's Tower May 16, 2022 01:20:04 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 a

Episode 44 - Buddhafield Cult Mar 5, 2022 00:59:48 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 u

Episode 43 - Angels Landing Feb 1, 2022 00:46:20 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

Cult Updates JAN 2022 (Twelve Tribes and Local Scientology) Jan 31, 2022 00:21:47 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 Jehovahs Witnesses 3- The Bad Stuff Jan 1, 2022 01:00:41 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 Su

Episode 41- Jehovah's Witnesses Part 2 Dec 25, 2021 01:12:24 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@gma

Episode 40- Jehovah's Witnesses Part 1 Nov 8, 2021 00:45:04 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 Bonu

Twelve Tribes, One Lunch (Cult Road Trip 1) Oct 10, 2021 00:54:27 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, Socrat

Episode 39- Satanic Nazi Murders Aug 10, 2021 01:03:37 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.hopenot

Episode 38* - The Order Of St Charbel May 11, 2021 01:06:53 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@

Episode 37: The Blackburn Cult Part 2 Apr 6, 2021 00:55:49 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 fa

Episode 36: The Blackburn Cult Part 1 Jan 13, 2021 01:05:22 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 in

Christmas Episode 2020- Vissarion Dec 13, 2020 00:54:58 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-f

Hallowe'en 2020- Marcus Wesson and Dinkoism Oct 31, 2020 01:05:38 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

Episode 35- James Arthur Ray Oct 2, 2020 01:06:29 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

Episode 34- Carbonation (Natureboy) Sep 7, 2020 01:26:25 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

Cult Updates(NXIVM, Uni Med, Kittens, 12 Tribes and more!) Aug 9, 2020 00:30:18 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

Episode 33- Westboro Baptist Church Jul 20, 2020 01:19:03 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/co

Episode 32- Happy Science Part 3 May 30, 2020 00:38:55 WELCOME BACK! Episode 32, 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

Episode 31- Happy Science Part 2 May 30, 2020 00:55:30 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

Episode 30- Happy Science Part 1 May 6, 2020 01:02:39 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 podca

Episode 29: Twelve Tribes Part 2 Apr 24, 2020 00:35:54 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: meadowha

Episode 28: Twelve Tribes Part 1 Apr 15, 2020 01:10:48 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/coffee

Corona And Cults Ep 27 Shincheonji Church Of Jesus Apr 5, 2020 00:45:21 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,

Bonus - Kittenswatch (Patreon preview) Mar 21, 2020 00:30:23 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 - Coffee And Cults Bookclub Ep 1 Happiness Mar 20, 2020 00:44:54 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 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ )a

Episode 26: Ho No Hana Sanpogyo Mar 1, 2020 00:43:42 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!

Episode 25: Heaven's Gate Part 3 - The Next Level Feb 1, 2020 01:23:11 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 a

Christmas Special- Angel Dancers Dec 23, 2019 01:13:41 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

Episode 24: Heaven's Gate Part 2- What? Dec 1, 2019 01:00:02 Episode 24 - Heaven's Gate Part 2- What? Thanks for sticking with us, welcome to episode 2 of our mini- series on Heaven's Gate. This time, Sam tells Jon everything she's learned about the group's beliefs, theology and some generally chill things for cult members to do. Also- some singing, discussions of space travel and Smody almost loses her mind. CWs Strong language Please rate/review/subscr

Episode 23: The Narcosatanists (Halloween Special) Oct 31, 2019 01:00:48 Episode 23: The Narcosatanists (Halloween Special) Jon and Sam get their spooky on as Sam tells us the gorey tale of The Narcosatanists in Mexico from fortune telling to some of the darkest possible crimes...turn the lights out and join us for our second ever Halloween special. Also: the universal appeal of lion cubs, spine chilling crimes, Mariachi music, Jon's weird shopping experiences, over

Episode 22- Heaven's Gate Part 1 Oct 1, 2019 01:50:18 Episode 22- Heaven's Gate Part 1- The Two. Welcome to the first episode in our mini-series looking at the notorious Heaven's Gate. Jon tells Sam about the lives of Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Lou Nettles leading up to the first meeting of what would soon be known as Heaven's Gate. Jon learns about a new (to him) sandwich and they both discover more in common with Marshall and Bonnie than fir

Episode 21 - Universal Medicine Aug 31, 2019 01:27:37 Episode 21- Universal Medicine Jon ALLEGEDLY tells Sam about the questionable practices of Serge Benhayon and (allegedly 'socially harmful cult')Universal Medicine. Allegedly. Listen for- some singing, the evils of carrots, the virtues of burping, why you shouldn't fall asleep while posesssed, Sam being entrapped (twice) and some toilet-based humour. Also: strange local British traditions, p

Episode 20 - NXIVM (Part 4) The Trial Of Keith Raniere Aug 17, 2019 00:42:49 Join Jon and Sam for the fourth and final (!) part of our NXIVM episodes this time reporting on the Trial of very very very guilty cult leader Keith Raniere. We uncover the disturbing details that came out at the trial and reveal just how dark this business advice/self help group got. Also: sacred sperm, evil diet advice, a 'My Dad Wrote A Porno' shoutout and unexpected Dalai Lama discussion

Episode 19 - Gabriel of Urantia/ The Aquarian Concept Community Jul 31, 2019 01:23:48 Episode 19- Gabriel of Urantia/ The Aquarian Concept Community Finally out of the hot car, Sam tells Jon about Gabriel of Urantia, The Aquarian Concept Community and the Global Community Communications Alliance. (Don't worry, that's not the only list of names this month!!) An Eco-commune still active today, making music, living and playing The Chip Game in Arizona, USA. Also: Nyaaaaaan, some

Episode 18 - The Manson Family Jul 3, 2019 01:36:27 Episode 18 - The Manson Family Jon locks Sam in a hot car to tell her all about The Manson Family as the 50th Anniversary of the Manson murders approaches. From Manson's messed up childhood to status as one of the craziest, most evil men in America we chart the journey of the Manson Family cult. Find out why his hair looked like that, what a day in the life of a member on Spahn Ranch was like an

Episode 17 - Colonia Dignidad May 31, 2019 01:04:08 Episode 17: Colonia Dignidad Sam tells Jon the CRAZY story of Colonia Dignidad, from German roots to the colony in Chile. Also: Jon sings again, Santa and Nazis. CW: Abuse, torture, and general horrible people. If you are affected by anything in this episode please contact: www.cultinformation.org.uk/ www.samaritans.org www.cult-escape.com/help

NXIVM Part 3: Guess Who's Mack? (April 2019) May 10, 2019 00:29:40 NXIVM part 3: Guess Who's Mack? Jon brings Sam up to date with the latest happenings in the NXIVM trials as of the end of April 2019. Find out who has plead guilty to what, the many shocked and disapproving noises your hosts can make and how many times Jon says the phrase 'utterly bizarre'. The best way to get up to speed with the biggest cult bust in years. CW: abuse, child abuse, slavery, cr

Episode 16 The Sullivan Institute May 4, 2019 00:59:14 Episode 16: The Sullivan Institute Jon tells Sam the story of the Sullivan Institute from the early days of poly amorous communal psychotherapy to it's end as a paranoid, violent theatre-making cult. Also: milking mimes, night raids, marxist musicals and 'totally chill things for a group leader to say' CW: Abuse, violence (and Jon sings at one point-sorry) If you are experiencing issues relate

Episode 15- The Cult of JACKIE Mar 31, 2019 01:04:32 Sam tells Jon the story of The Worker's Institute of Marxism-Leninism-Mao Zedong Thought. Also: new band names CWs: child cruelty. The Palm Cove Society: http://palmcovesociety.co.uk/ https://www.modernslaveryhelpline.org/

Episode 14 - Oneida Community Mar 3, 2019 01:11:21 Coffee and Cults Episode 14 - Oneida Community Jon tells Sam the curious and mostly icky tale of how a nineteenth century sex cult became a famous silverware company. Hear all about the unsusual teachings of John Noyes and his doctrine of complex marriage and how it inspired a community to sex their way to immortality. Also: free love, eugenics and spoons. CWs: child abuse, incest and domest

Episode 13 - God Saves the Earth Flying Saucer Foundation Jan 21, 2019 00:56:39 Episode 13: God Saves the Earth Flying Saucer Foundation Sam tells Jon the strange (and sometimes quite silly) tale of Hon-Ming Chen and his group of followers of 'the True Way'. Including searching for Jesus in Canada and waiting for a really exciting television special.... Also Feat: Jon's love of Gazebos, dinosaurs and NO MURDERS (!) Contains some strong language Email us: coffeeandcults@g

Episode 12 - Jonestown Part 4 Jan 4, 2019 01:15:18 Jonestown: Part Four Join Sam and Jon for the fourth and final episode to mark the 40th anniversary of the Jonestown massacre as they tell the story of tragedy itself. With the authorities closing in and his sanity long gone, Jones pushes his followers to take dramatic action. Also: bad diets, white nights, the worst radio station of all time and lots of bleak reaction noises, shivers and tear

Episode 11 - Jonestown Part 3 Dec 18, 2018 01:16:54 We return for the third of four episodes taking you inside the world of Jim Jones, People's Temple and their road to Jonestown 40 years after the infamous massacre. We learn more about life in the church including sex, punishments and politics and see how the church rose to fame in San Fransisco leading to journalists taking a closer look and finding some dark accusations... also...Sam's love of

Episode 10- Jonestown Part 2 Dec 3, 2018 01:25:52 Here is part 2 of our (now) 4 part series on The Peoples Temple. Listen as we discuss the beginnings of the church, Jim amassing a following and an unsuccessful trip to Brazil. Also: Creepy pockets, chicken guts and some controversial opinions. CWs for: animal cruelty, murder, child death and general fuckery. Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram/Facebook: @coffeeandcults Spon

Episode 9- Jonestown Part 1 Nov 18, 2018 01:05:29 Here we go! 40 years after the terrible events in Guyana join us for the first episode of our Jonestown series as Sam and Jon discuss the childhood and early years of Jim Jones. Learn about sinister animal funerals, homemade religious robes, questionable life choices and the makings of one of the most infamous cult leaders of all time. Also: our first taste of Kool-Aid, Fluella Benjamin and a l

Episode 8: The Vampire Clan (Halloween Special) Oct 31, 2018 01:03:11 Happy Hallowe'en! In this special episode, Jon tells Sam about The Vampire Clan of Murray, Kentucky. Alongside a dark tale of murder, discover the best theme for a roller disco, how to turn your teenage friends into vampires and learn lessons in goth vampire interior design. Whether you are a WAMPIRE or a VamPEER this is a chilling treat for listeners aged 15 to 500. CWs for: animal cruelty, s

NXIVM Part 2 (Bonus Episode) Oct 16, 2018 00:31:50 Special Episode! Jon has been keeping up with the progress of the NXIVM court proceedings, so here he tells Sam about them and other things that have come to light since we released our first episode! What do judges do in their down-time? Is 'fannying about' appropriate? Listen to find out! Email- coffeeandcults@gmail.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram- @coffeeandcults Support- ko-fi.com/coffeeandc

Episode 7- Ant Hill Kids Sep 30, 2018 01:11:02 Coffee and Cults: Episode Seven- The Ant Hill Kids Sam tells Jon the horrifying story of the Ant Hill Kids. Including baked goods, Gilmour Girls and descriptions of torture. This was a particularly upsetting episode to record . If you are of a sensitive disposition, the following are time codes with lengths of time to skip. 40m45s- skip to 43.25 48.38- 49.36 53.46- 54.30 56.09- 56.34 57.48- 58.

SPECIAL - Jon and Sam Test Their Personalities! Sep 21, 2018 01:21:36 COFFEE AND CULTS: SPECIAL - Jon and Sam Test Their Personalities! Welcome to our first special bonus episode in which we go undercover to investigate an (alleged!) cult in real life by going to get our personalitites tested by (ahem) The Church Of Kittens. Marvel at our secret agent skills, hear about our flawed personalities, learn how to use a dictionary, discover the true identity of Captain

Episode 6- The Abode of Love Sep 1, 2018 01:14:07 Episode 6- The Abode of Love Jon tells Sam about the Agapemonites and their Abode of Love in Victorian England. Featuring naughty Messiahs, crazy church services and the unconventional use of a billiards table. Was Henry James Prince the messiah? Could John Hugh Smyth-Pigott walk on water? Find out all this and more in our new episode. email: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Instagram, facebook and twi

Episode 5: Synanon Aug 1, 2018 01:01:27 COFFEE AND CULTS: Episode Five Sam tells Jon about Charles E Dederich's revolutionary rehab facility- Synanon. Listen out for place names we like, haircuts, dream transportation and count how many times we hear Jon gasp! Do you want to play a game? (no.) Warnings for strong language. To contact us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com @coffeeandcults

Episode 4: NXIVM Jul 3, 2018 01:09:21 Coffee and Cults: Episode 4 -NXIVM This month Jon tells Sam about the strange world of Keith Raniere and NXIVM. From business seminars to branding, child prodigies to reincarnated nazis. Count how many times Sam makes disapproving grumble sounds! Marvel at Jon's repeated use of the word allegedly! Coffee and Cults comes right up to date with a group from the current news cycle. Warnings for mild

Episode 3- The Family Jun 1, 2018 01:04:39 Sam tells Jon the story of 'The Family' from Australia. Also: 5:30am Yoga Classes, creepy compounds and teenage heroines. Warning: Some strong language, may not be suitable for some listeners. Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Twitter: @coffeeandcults Instagram: @coffeeandcults

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