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S34 EP3: The Disappearing Nazi | Dirtbag Climber

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Sep 11, 2025
A young man named Andrew Britt Greenbaum changes his identity and embraces extremist views, drawing national attention. His journey leads to a scandal as his Jewish heritage is exposed by an investigation. The podcast delves into his online rise, the backlash from a failed march, and the haunting consequences of his past. From shocking revelations to societal reactions, this story uncovers the complexities of identity and ideology in the modern age.
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Identity Change And Family Shock

  • Britt Greenbaum legally changed his name to Davis Wolfgang Haack and adopted a Nazi persona at 18.
  • His parents remembered a dramatic metamorphosis from a nice child into someone who sought attention through extremism.
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Online Recruitment And Monetization

  • Haack built the Knights of Freedom online and charged members a subscription for access and titles.
  • His forum included chat rooms, membership portals, Nazi imagery, and even poetry to recruit and monetize followers.
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Campus Exposure And Backlash

  • Haack posted a photo of himself in Nazi regalia which led a fellow student to tip off local media.
  • The Spartanburg Herald-Journal exposed him and hundreds of students protested with a candlelight vigil.
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