Coffee And Cults

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

WELCOME BACK! Episode 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-fi.com/coffeeandcults

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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/subscribe wherever you find podcasts! Contact us- Facebook, Instagram, Twitter @coffeeandcults Email coffeeandcults@gmail.com Sponsor us- ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults or patreon.com/coffeeandcults.

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 the top necklaces and a cauldren you really don't want to look inside... CW: torture, murder and gore (It's halloween after all!) Music excerpts from The Mariachis: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQi3z2liopXSGkEFpBNEV3g Contact us- Facebook/Instagram/Twitter @coffeeandcults Email coffeeandcults@gmail.com Sponsor us- ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults or patreon.com/coffeeandcults. Please rate, review and subscribe!

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 first expected... Also- some latin, Jon's new social media bios and some Sound of Music hot-takes. CWs for strong language. Contact us- Facebook/Instagram/Twitter @coffeeandcults Email coffeeandcults@gmail.com Sponsor us- ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults or patreon.com/coffeeandcults. Please rate, review and subscribe!

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, putting the word 'esoteric' in front of everything and interesting (?) massage. CW: Sexual Assault. Tar Barrels: https://www.tarbarrels.co.uk or search "Ottery St. Mary Tar Barrels" Email us! coffeeandcults@gmail.com Facebook/Instagram/Twitter @coffeeandcults Support us! ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults patreon.com/coffeeandcults

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 CW: sexual assault, trafficking, mental and physical abuse Support for victims of sexual assault: https://www.rainn.org/ https://www.safeline.org.uk/ Support for cult survivors: http://www.encourage-cult-survivors.org/

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 nips, the planet of Dandruff, Sam mispronouncing Melchizedek and Jon makes a brave attempt at an Arizonan accent. Email us! Coffeeandcults@gmail.com Instagram/facebook/twitter: @coffeeandcults To sponsor the podcast : patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults To sponsor Jon’s ration challenge and donate to Concern International : my.rationchallenge.org.uk/jonnash

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 and a lot of craziness Also: breast milk, both Sam and Jon sing, the insane game, the game of twelve deep breaths, coffee and clunts and lots of Sam going 'Noooooooooooo' CW/TW: Murder, rape, abuse, violence, drug use. It's the Charles Manson story. It gets rough.

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? 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, criminal activity, rape

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 related to cult groups please get in touch with: https://cultinformation.org.uk/ https://www.cult-escape.com/help http://www.encourage-cult-survivors.org/

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/

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 domestic violence

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@gmail.com Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @coffeeandcults Sponsor us on patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

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 tears from your hosts as they battle through to the end of the story. CWs for strong language, descriptions of violence, sexual assault and abuse, suicide, murder and general darkness. Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @coffeeandcults Sponsor us: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults & patreon.com/coffeeandcults Links for help: UK: Suicide: www.samaritans.org call: 116 124 Mental Health: www.mind.org.uk call 0300 1233393 USA: Suicide: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org call: 1-800-273-8255 Mental Health: www.nami.org call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) INTERNATIONAL: ibpf.org/resource/list-intern…nal-suicide-hotlines CULT SURVIVORS SUPPORT: www.encourage-cult-survivors.org/

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 greyhound buses, having a 'fucking' secretary, blue eyed monsters, the dangers of crest toothpaste and being ON TOP OF THE F***ING MOON! CWs for strong language, descriptions of violence, sexual assault and abuse, suicide, murder and general darkness. Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @coffeeandcults Sponsor us: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults & patreon.com/coffeeandcults Links for help: UK: Suicide: www.samaritans.org call: 116 124 Mental Health: www.mind.org.uk call 0300 1233393 USA: Suicide: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org call: 1-800-273-8255 Mental Health: www.nami.org call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) INTERNATIONAL: ibpf.org/resource/list-international-suicide-hotlines CULT SURVIVORS SUPPORT: www.encourage-cult-survivors.org/

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 Sponsor us: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults & patreon.com/coffeeandcults

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 lot of disapproving noises. CWs for: strong language, animal cruelty, mentions of suicide/murder. Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @coffeeandcults Sponsor us: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults & patreon.com/coffeeandcults Links for help: UK: Suicide: www.samaritans.org call: 116 124 Mental Health: www.mind.org.uk call 0300 1233393 USA: Suicide: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org call: 1-800-273-8255 Mental Health: www.nami.org call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) INTERNATIONAL: http://ibpf.org/resource/list-international-suicide-hotlines CULT SURVIVORS SUPPORT: http://www.encourage-cult-survivors.org/

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, self harm, murder and blood. Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram: @coffeeandcults Sponsorship: ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults & patreon.com/coffeeandcults

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/coffeeandcults & patreon.com/coffeeandcults

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- 58.01 CW: Strong language, torture, child abuse, gore, surgery. Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @coffeeandcults Sponsor us on patreon.com/coffeeandcults or ko-fi.com/coffeeandcults

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 Mittens and see if you can crack the code to work out who we are really talking about! email: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Instagram, facebook and twitter: @coffeeandcults To donate: Patreon: coffeeandcults Ko-fi.com : coffeeandcults

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 twitter: @coffeeandcults To donate: Patreon: coffeeandcults Ko-fi.com : coffeeandcults

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

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 swearing and some uncomfortable descriptions of branding. (Jon is echoey for the first 7 minutes, sorry about that, it gets better from there) coffeeandcults@gmail.com @coffeeandcults

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

COFFEE AND CULTS: Episode Two: 'The Panacea Society' Jon tells Sam the story of 'The Panacea Society' from an 18th century Devon prophetess to early 20th century 'daughter of god' Octavia. Also: Mysterious boxes, healing waters, gay scandals and how to eat toast quietly... WARNING: Some strong language Sound Quality is good this ep! Apologies for the first one.. teething problems! Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com Twitter: @coffeeandcults Instagram: @coffeeandcults

COFFEE AND CULTS: Episode One 'The Order Of The Solar Temple' Sam tells Jon the story of 'The Order Of The Solar Temple' from its bizzare origins to its terrible conclusions. Also: Robes, UFOs, cult interior design, looking at things in awe and going quiet when things get serious... (Apologies for a few moments of funky sound. They are only short and we will do better sound quality wise next time) WARNING: Some strong language and description of upsetting events Follow us: @coffeeandcults Facebook stalk us: www.facebook.com/coffeeandcults Email us: coffeeandcults@gmail.com