Weird Little Guys

Explore the strange political landscape of late apartheid South Africa, where desperate white extremists plotted violent reactions to negotiations. Discover the notorious assassination of Chris Hani and Mandela's efforts to maintain calm amidst chaos. Delve into the bizarre Jamboree in Jamba, where anti-communist leaders mingled poorly, revealing the tangled connections to the Iran-Contra scandal. Uncover the intertwining of right-wing extremism, mercenaries, and attempts to manipulate political discourse that resonate eerily with modern times.

Journey deep into the shadows of 1989 South Africa as a group of Afrikaner nationalists and a German mercenary commit a shocking crime. Discover the mysterious 'White Wolves', a phantom group linked to a series of bombings. Explore allegations of government complicity in terror plots, and delve into the chilling legacy of Baron Strydom's horrific acts. The rise of splinter extremist factions and their desperate bids for arms adds to the chaos, while tales of mercenary recruitment in Europe maintain a sense of urgency. Intrigue and danger abound!

For the end of the year reruns, Weird Little Guys is revisiting the longest, strangest story of 2025 - the South Africa arc. Those eight episodes tell the strange story of how one little skinhead rally in California in 2012 connects to a vast international conspiracy to stop the election of Nelson Mandela in 1994. ---- The White House Weighs in on White Genocide Original Air Date: 2.27.25In February of 2012, racist skinheads in California rallied at the capitol building in Sacramento. They were trying to raise awareness for an imaginary problem - an ongoing genocide against white South African farmers. In February of 2025, the President of the United States signed an executive order stripping foreign aid from South Africa as punishment for that same imaginary problem. Sources:Falkof, Nicky. (2022). Worrier state: Risk, anxiety and moral panic in South Africa. Manchester University Press.Whiteness, Afrikaans, Afrikaners: Addressing Post-Apartheid Legacies, Privileges and Burdens. The Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA), 2018. Holmes, Carolyn. Victimhood for an Audience: Portrayals of Extra-Lethal Violence and their Utility for Self-Identified Victimshttps://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b6672f43c3a5320c2bec900/t/5c98fd14a4222fc0ef950ccd/1553530134194/Victimhood+for+an+Audience+-+March+2019.pdf https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/aug/23/white-farmers-trump-south-africa-tucker-carlson-far-right-influence https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2018/aug/23/trump-orders-close-study-of-south-africa-farmer-killings https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ted-cruz-staff-usaid-met-group-called-apartheid-so-called-injustice_n_5af5dcb6e4b00d7e4c1a6571 https://www.splcenter.org/resources/hate-watch/anti-genocide-protests-around-nation-were-organized-neo-nazis/ https://www.splcenter.org/resources/hate-watch/campus-group-weighs-south-african-violence-targeting-whites/ https://www.splcenter.org/resources/hate-watch/dangerous-myth-white-genocide-south-africa/ https://africasacountry.com/2018/02/searching-for-white-genocide-in-south-africa/ https://unicornriot.ninja/2018/far-right-racists-push-fake-south-africa-white-genocide-narrative/ https://goodauthority.org/news/misinformation-south-africa-new-land-act-trump-musk/ https://www.jurist.org/features/2025/02/11/explainer-understanding-the-south-africa-land-reform-law-that-provoked-trumps-ire/ https://www.mediamatters.org/tucker-carlson/tucker-carlson-fearmongers-about-land-reform-south-africa https://www.mediamatters.org/tucker-carlson/trumps-south-africa-tweet-tucker-carlson-has-turned-white-nationalist-narrative https://africacheck.org/sites/default/files/Final-Report-Committee-of-Inquiry-Farm-Attacks-July-2003.pdf  https://africasacountry.com/2018/05/flight-of-the-boers https://www.news24.com/News24/afriforums-own-farm-murder-stats-dont-support-their-claims-20180507 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-03-15/dutton-wants-australia-to-help-white-south-african-farmers/9550050 https://www.news24.com/news24/opinions/analysis/donald-trumps-sa-tweet-how-he-got-the-message-20180823  https://theconversation.com/peter-duttons-fast-track-for-white-south-african-farmers-is-a-throwback-to-a-long-racist-history-93476 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2018/mar/22/south-africa-risks-food-shortages-if-white-farmers-go-to-australia-nationals-mp-says https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2018/mar/27/dutton-should-prioritise-refugees-on-nauru-not-white-south-africans-unhcr-says https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/ramaphosa-hits-back-at-donald-trump-on-land-tweet/ https://www.parliament.gov.za/storage/app/media/Acts/2024/Act_13_of_2024_Expropriation_Act_2024.pdf https://www.enca.com/videos/exclusive-interview-frontrunner-become-us-ambassador-sa-----Apartheid International Original Air Date: 3.13.25In the last episode, we looked at a strange series of rallies held in cities across the United States in 2012 - American neo-nazis were rallying in support of white South African Farmers. But how did they get that idea in their heads? The rallies were put on by a group called The South Africa Project, run by a woman I'd never heard of. Digging into this mysterious South African, I found a lot more than I bargained for - bombings and mercenaries and an international network of fascist terror.Sources:https://www.24sata.hr/news/hsp-as-prisegnuli-na-vjernost-domovini-i-donaldu-trumpu-513281#google_vignette https://balkaninsight.com/2017/02/27/us-condemns-zagreb-neo-nazi-march-for-trump-02-27-2017/ https://www.icty.org/x/cases/naletilic_martinovic/cis/en/cis_naletilic_martinovic_en.pdf https://archive.idavox.com/index.php/2012/09/24/the-aryan-nations-show-of-farce-in-dc/ https://time.com/3927339/dylann-roof-charleston-shooting-flags/ https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,863800,00.html https://www.csmonitor.com/layout/set/amphtml/1981/0219/021960.html https://www.splcenter.org/resources/hate-watch/anti-genocide-protests-around-nation-were-organized-neo-nazis/ Visser, Myda. 1999. University of Pretoria. DIE IDEOLOGIESE GRONDSLAE EN ONlWIKKELING VAN DIE BLANKE FASCISTIESE BEWEGINGS IN SUID-AFRIKA, 1945-1995 Hill, Ray, and Andrew Bell. The Other Face of Terror: Inside Europe’s Neo-Nazi Network. Grafton, 1988. https://www.justice.gov.za/trc/report/finalreport/volume%202.pdf https://www.sahistory.org.za/article/june-16-soweto-youth-uprising https://www.sahistory.org.za/article/apartheid-early-1980sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this minisode, Molly highlights a couple of listener answers to questions raised on the show. Most importantly, we finally find out what Dan Burros was watching on TV on November 10, 1962.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deep dive into Augustus Invictus's recent suspension from the Florida Bar reveals his tumultuous history. The discussion highlights his involvement in the notorious 2017 torch march at Charlottesville and his connections to various extremist groups. Listeners learn about the legal ramifications of his felony conviction, the unexpected delays in his sentencing, and his continued court activities despite the suspension. The conversation also touches on Invictus's financial troubles and intriguing personal history, hinting at his potential future in politics or sensational antics.

The podcast dives into the controversial journey of Tyler Dykes, from his participation in the Charlottesville rally to breaching the Capitol. He’s now eyeing a congressional run, which raises many eyebrows. The discussion covers his criminal history, the impact of his past on his new campaign, and the alarming rhetoric he's using to frame himself as a victim. Insights reveal ties to extremist groups and concerns over disinformation in his narrative. Local resistance and campaign strategy mishaps further highlight the controversial nature of his political ambition.

Dive into the chilling story of Tyler Dykes, a key figure in the 2017 Charlottesville torch march. From his Nazi salutes to a brief stint in the Marines, his journey is filled with controversy. The podcast covers his arrest linked to a sealed indictment and the FBI's probing into his activities tied to the January 6 riots. Explore the complexities of extremist networks like Southern Suns and the chilling evidence found on Dykes' phone. The discussion delves into his sentencing and an unsettling lack of renunciation of extremist beliefs.

Molly dives into listener questions while sharing her intriguing theory about a failed assassination attempt on a Nazi in 1967. She explores the concept of parasocial relationships, offering insights into healthy boundaries. Personal updates bring laughter as she answers quirky queries about her dogs and dinosaurs. The emotional toll of researching violence is discussed, alongside her narrative storytelling process. Plus, there's speculation on mafia involvement in historical events and a peek at future topics on extremism and international connections.

A man accidentally poisoned himself with homemade ricin, leading to a bizarre legal battle after a clerical error dismissed his charges. The podcast explores his radicalization online and ties to the Creativity Alliance, a group with a dark history. It discusses ricin’s toxicity, infamous cases, and its portrayal in pop culture, like Breaking Bad. The complexities of legal loopholes are unveiled, alongside eerie connections to historical incidents like the Georgi Markov assassination, making for a captivating dive into both crime and culture.

This episode delves into the tangled drama surrounding Curtis Maynard, a controversial figure in the world of Holocaust denial. The spotlight shines on the bizarre feud ignited by Bill White's claim that Ron Paul attended neo-Nazi dinners, leading to wild online exchanges. Listeners hear about Maynard's desperate attempts to defend Paul while unearthing the hidden figures influencing these movements. The narrative culminates in Maynard's tragic downfall, marked by personal collapse and a shocking crime, reflecting the grim consequences of extremist affiliations.