Behind the Bastards Part One: Tony Alamo: The Worst Preacher
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Feb 18, 2025 Samantha McVey, co-host of Stuff Your Mom Never Told You, joins to delve into the dark legacy of Tony Alamo, the infamous cult leader who abused his power. They discuss the chilling exploitation of children in his denim empire and the manipulative dynamics within the cult. The conversation covers Alamo's bizarre relationships and his attempts to gain fame through dubious claims, revealing the psychological toll on his followers and the absurdity of his con artistry in the music scene. A captivating exploration of charisma and deceit unfolds.
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Cult Origins
- Tony Alamo's cult started with his wife, Edith Opal Horn.
- She conned churches with her daughter, pretending to be a missionary.
Exploiting Racial Tension
- Edith Horn exploited racial tensions in 1960s Los Angeles for personal gain.
- After a minor incident on a bus, she fabricated a hate crime involving her daughter and the LAPD.
Three Weddings
- Susan and Tony Alamo got married three times in 48 hours.
- Driven by Susan's supposed concerns about the legality of their Mexican marriage, they remarried twice in Las Vegas.
