Conspirituality

Bonus Sample: The UFO Race-War Apocalypse is Coming!

May 12, 2025
The discussion opens with a chilling 1932 ritual sacrifice in Detroit that reveals the darker side of religious fervor. It then unpacks the intriguing origins of the Nation of Islam and its unique sci-fi mythological narratives. The podcast dives into how these beliefs intertwine with conspiracy theories, exploring the troubling cultural and political ramifications. Expect a wild ride through the bizarre intersections of spirituality, history, and the quest for truth.
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ANECDOTE

Failed Human Sacrifice in Detroit

  • In 1932 Detroit, James Smith was lured into a human sacrifice believing it was a religious initiation.
  • The ceremony led to a failed murder attempt tied to spiritual beliefs of a leader named Wallace Fard.
INSIGHT

Elijah Muhammad's Rise

  • Elijah Poole led protests with 200 members during the 1932 trial, becoming Elijah Muhammad later.
  • Wallace Fard’s disappearance left Muhammad as successor, cementing the Nation of Islam’s rise.
INSIGHT

Wallace Fard's Syncretic Theology

  • Wallace Fard claimed to be Allah incarnate, blending diverse beliefs into a unique theology.
  • His teachings synthesized Jehovah’s Witnesses, Freemasonry, Islam, Black nationalism, antisemitism, and Moorish Science.
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