Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John invites Garrett Richardson ti discuss his experience with Hobart Freemans's Faith Assembly cult. Garrett describes his early days with the group, exploring his initial fascination with literal biblical...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branhamAvailable on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3KJohn and Adam discuss the complexities and peculiarities associated with spiritual intelligence reports and the broader practices within certain religious movements. They dive into the monetization of prophecy,...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K Chino's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chinodross In this episode, John introduces the topic alongside Chino, diving into the complex dynamics of gender roles and family relationships within...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John and Jed discuss the intricate and often troubling history of various Pentecostal movements. They explore the rise of influential figures such as Paul Cain and others who, despite mental stability or...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John invites Peter Yang, a former member of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), to discuss his religious journey Peter discusses his early experiences within Christianity, his introduction to the charismatic...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John and Chino explore the rules and restrictions present in certain religious groups, particularly focusing on how these rules evolve over time. They reflect on personal experiences, noting the arbitrary and...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John and Jed explore the complex world of prophetic movements, discussing the use of prophecy in various charismatic circles. John reflects on a conversation he had earlier with Bob Scott, noting how...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John Collins invites John Schell, a former member of Faith Assembly, to explore the personal and theological impacts of the group's doctrines. The conversation delves into topics such as the Full Gospel...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John McKinnon's Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@hashemrhemaword John Collins and John McKinnon dive into a complex discussion about the historical intersections of religion, politics, and power,...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3KJohn and Cynthia discuss the historical and doctrinal complexities within Pentecostal and Charismatic movements, emphasizing how the focus on select spiritual gifts, particularly speaking in tongues, has...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K Chino's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chinodross John and Chinio discuss various issues surrounding cults, particularly those with legalistic and manipulative structures, such as Faith Assembly...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John invites Bob Scott, co-founder of Kansas City Fellowship, to discuss "prophets." They dive into the subject of modern prophetic movements and reflect on the complexities of those involved. Bob recalls how...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John invites Andy and Lizzy Manley, former members of New Frontiers, to discuss their experiences with the group. Lizzy shares how her early faith journey in New Frontiers, which began with what seemed like...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John and John McKennon explore the connections between Christian identity and fundamentalism, focusing on key figures like William Branham and Gordon Lindsay. The discussion reveals how movements like the New...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John and Steve explore the intricate history and influence of fringe religious movements on the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). They begin by discussing Wesley Swift’s role in shaping esoteric doctrines,...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K Chino's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chinodross John and Chino explore the teachings and practices of Hobart Freeman and William Branham, including strict rules within their movements. They...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John and Jed take a deep dive into the origins and effects of prophecy in HOPKC. The dialogue centers around the practice of using prophecy to control and influence followers, often by giving vague or...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John invites Rebecca Ludwig to discuss her personal experiences in various churches associated with the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) and related movements. It opens with her traumatic childhood experiences...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John and Cynthia delve into the complexities of the Pentecostal and Charismatic Movements as it relates to context of Scripture.They discuss key figures such as Chuck Smith, Paul Cain, and William Branham....

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K Chino's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chinodross John and Chino talk about the harmful doctrines of cults, specifically related to Hobart Freeman and the Faith Assembly. They explore topics such...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John invites Jed Hartley to "detangle" IHOPKC. Both share personal stories of how their upbringing in a doomsday cult shaped their worldview, their identity, and their spiritual journey, particularly the...

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K The podcast features John Collins interviewing Alyssa Hammond, a former member of the International House of Prayer (IHOP). Alyssa recounts her childhood experiences growing up in IHOP and her struggles with...

Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Chino's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chinodross The podcast episode provides an in-depth discussion of Hobart Freeman and his Faith Assembly movement, focusing on its decline in 1984. The conversation draws parallels between the dystopian novel 1984 and Freeman’s control over his congregation, likening his methods to totalitarian thought...