Weird Little Guys A Secret Third Thing
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Aug 28, 2025 Explore the curious transformation of the American Third Position Party and its political misadventures post-2012 election. Delve into the secretive world of white nationalists at a castle gathering and their ongoing ideological battles. Learn about Merlin Miller's shift from film to far-right extremism and the bizarre intersections of comfort-driven furniture innovations with historical narratives twisted by ideology. The episode critiques the blending of nationalism with socialism in today’s far-right landscape while showcasing the peculiarities of fan culture.
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Castle Meeting And Movement Continuity
- Molly Conger recounts a 2025 white nationalist meeting at a castle where generations of leaders convened and a keynote oversaw a bare-knuckle boxing match.
- She frames the American Freedom Party as rebranded but fundamentally the same group of racists in suits.
Filmmaker Turned Candidate
- Molly tells Merlin Miller's progression from filmmaker to political candidate after meeting a USS Liberty veteran and conspiracist backers.
- Miller partnered with Richard Thompson on a planned action-thriller called False Flag that never materialized.
Film As White Nationalist Propaganda
- Miller launched Americana Pictures to make pro-white films and lamented Hollywood as hostile to 'traditional American ideals.'
- He explicitly tied filmmaking to white nationalist messaging and recruitment.
