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PREVIEW: Brokenomics | Mosquebuster with Gavin Boby

Nov 18, 2025
Gavin Boby, known as the 'Mosque Buster,' is a legal activist who has successfully blocked over 68 mosque projects. He discusses his strategies in opposing mosque developments, focusing on local sentiment and planning laws rather than religious arguments. Boby reveals the four stages of neighborhood Islamization, explaining the tactics used to rally community objections. He also sheds light on police responses and intimidation tactics faced during his efforts. Listeners gain insight into the territorial aspects of mosques and effective ways to mobilize local opposition.
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ANECDOTE

Self-Styled Mosk Buster

  • Gavin Boby describes himself as the 'Mosk Buster' who stops mosques gaining planning permission.
  • He responds to local requests and says preventing a mosque can feel very satisfying and empowering.
INSIGHT

Parking As A Territorial Signal

  • Gavin outlines a staged process he calls the four stages of Islamisation, starting with aggressive parking during services.
  • He frames parking domination as an early territorial signal that inconveniences neighbours immediately.
ANECDOTE

Lowball 'Plastic Bag' Offers

  • Gavin recounts 'plastic bag' offers where men visit homeowners with lowball cash offers to buy houses.
  • He says sellers are told 'no white person will buy this place' to pressure them into selling cheaply.
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