TrueAnon Episode 82: Shoot Me In St Louis
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Jul 11, 2020 
Author Devin O’Shea, a St. Louis expert, dives into the captivating yet troubling history of the Veiled Prophet Society. He discusses its origins tied to the KKK and how it emerged during a time of labor unrest and racial tensions. The conversation highlights the intersection of elite power, societal control, and the impact of segregation in St. Louis, including significant protests against these inequalities. O’Shea's insights reveal a fascinating and complex narrative surrounding the city’s cultural landscape and its enduring struggles for justice.
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Epic St. Louis Pizza Feat
- Two friends riding the rails in Mexico ate a 10-pound veggie pizza in St. Louis and won $500.
- This massive pizza challenge had only been won a few times, especially with veggie toppings.
Veiled Prophet Origins
- The Veiled Prophet Society was born in response to a powerful 1877 general strike in St. Louis.
- This strike united black and white workers, horrified elites, and inspired the society's militant origins.
Veiled Prophet as Strike Threat
- The Veiled Prophet's image was used as a direct threat to striking trolley workers.
- The Society emerged amid post-Civil War Klan terror and elite panic about worker solidarity.
