What Is “The Process”? Episode #6: The 2nd Amerikan Revolution (Or How We Fell In Love With Charles Manson)
Mar 9, 2025
Dive into the chaotic world of 1960s radicalism as the podcast examines the counterculture's interplay with groups like the Weathermen Underground and the Process Church. Discover personal reflections on Charles Manson and the intense activism at Columbia University. Explore how rebellion against societal norms sparked the quest for meaning. The discussion unpacks the controversial ideologies shaping movements, revealing both their allure and the darker motivations behind mass violence. Tune in for a captivating journey through a tumultuous era of change!
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Shared Belief Systems
- The Process Church, SDS, and Weather Underground shared similar belief systems focused on chaos and disruption.
- Their collaboration suggests a deliberate alliance, not mere coincidence.
Dramatic Arrival at San Francisco Gathering
- Timothy Wiley recounts the Process members entering a crowd waiting for counterculture icons in 1967.
- Their dramatic black robes and dogs made a striking, unforgettable impression on attendees.
Abby Hoffman's Encounter in Jail
- Abby Hoffman recounted being arrested and jailed at 1968 Chicago protests.
- Special encounter with Brother Michael of the Process Church involved an unusual offer, refused by Hoffman.
