Weird Little Guys

Burning Hate: Tyler Dykes

Oct 17, 2024

Tyler Bradley Dykes, a former U.S. Marine with a controversial past linked to extremist groups, candidly shares his troubling journey from involvement in the 2017 Nazi torch march to facing serious legal consequences for his actions. He opens up about the social dynamics of hate groups, his transformations, and the chilling influence of extremism on communities. Dykes reflects on his sentencing, the complexities of his military background, and the broader implications of his actions amid rising domestic threats.

45:01

Creator website

Episode guests

Tyler Bradley Dykes

AI Summary

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Tyler Dykes' conviction under a felony statute illustrates the legal system's commitment to prosecuting hate crimes and intimidation effectively.

His transformation from a seemingly normal individual to an extremist highlights the alarming process of radicalization within hate groups in America.

Deep dives

The Conviction of Tyler Dykes: A Key Moment in the Legal Landscape

The conviction of Tyler Dykes marks a significant event in the realm of legal accountability for extremist conduct in Virginia. Following the torch rally in August 2017, Dykes became one of the first individuals to be found guilty under a felony statute that addresses intimidation through burning objects. This conviction highlights a broader legal framework empowering authorities to prosecute individuals involved in hate crimes, even years after the offenses occurred. The ongoing legal aftermath of this event demonstrates the state’s commitment to tackle cases arising from hate-fueled violence.

Intro

2min

Exploring Extremism: The Legacy of a Torch March

5min

The Troubling Journey of Tyler Dykes

14min

Chaos and Celebration Amidst Protest

4min

The Rise of Active Clubs and Violent Extremism

4min

When Actions Have Consequences

7min

The Troubling Case of Tyler Dykes

16min

Sentencing Details and Implications for Extremist Ideologies

4min

Tyler Bradley Dykes entered a guilty plea last year on the charge of burning an object with the intent to intimidate for his participation in the 2017 Nazi torch march in Charlottesville, Virginia. He was sentenced to just six months and was probably expecting to see his parents waiting for him outside the jail on his scheduled release date... but it was the FBI who picked him up.

Sources:

https://atlantaantifa.org/2023/04/19/inside-southern-sons-active-club-part-i/ https://atlantaantifa.org/2023/04/19/inside-southern-sons-active-club-part-ii/ https://sunlight161.noblogs.org/technology-king-lowcountry-ceo-tyler-dykes-bluffton-sc-marine-nazi/

https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/67681795/united-states-v-dykes/

https://the-devils-advocates.ghost.io/burning-hate-bond-review/

https://the-devils-advocates.ghost.io/unite-the-right-marcher-pleads-guilty-to-j6-charges/

https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/white-nationalist-active-clubs-1234835015/

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/charlottesville-tiki-torch-rioter-endorses-donald-trump-jan-6-sentenci-rcna162209

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.