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Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John AfricaHappy Independence Day: How July 2nd Changed the MOVE Narrative ForeverJuly 2nd resonates with profound significance – marking both the launch of this podcast four years ago and the day Pixie Africa broke free from MOVE with her five children. That courageous exodus, described as "driving a tank through a concrete wall," shattered decades of silence and control, allowing truth to finally emerge from within the organization.This date now stands as an Independence Day for MOVE survivors – a powerful counterpoint to the dates MOVE itself commemorates. When those born and raised inside finally said "no more lies, no more fear," they changed the trajectory of the organization fore...2025-07-0211 min
From Beneath the Hollywood Sign"SECOND ACT: REDISCOVERING OVERLOOKED MUSICALS" (094)"SECOND ACT: REDISCOVERING OVERLOOKED MUSICALS" (094) - 6/30/25
In this episode of the podcast, Steve and Nan dive into some of their favorite classic Hollywood musicals that they feel do not get their due. They share fond memories and behind-the-scenes tidbits about timeless films like Summer Stock, State Fair, and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. With infectious enthusiasm, they discuss the charm of Gene Kelly’s choreography, Judy Garland’s unforgettable voice, and the sweeping scores that still resonate decades later. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the genre, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to t...2025-06-3051 min
Wolves Express: The Official Wolverhampton Wanderers News UpdateBeth Roberts and Abbi Jenner sign Wolves dealsHear from Wolves Women duo Beth Roberts and Abbi Jenner on the podcast after the news that the pair have committed their future to the football club. Old Gold head coach Dan McNamara also features as he reflects on the exciting news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-06-2512 min
Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John AfricaHate Mail From A Cult Leader: inside MOVE's language of controlWARNING: disturbing language and content.Behind the veneer of revolutionary rhetoric and claims of natural living lies a darker reality that few have ever glimpsed. For decades, MOVE has carefully cultivated an image of a loving, principled liberation movement, but newly uncovered internal communication reveals something far more sinister.These never-before-seen letters—what can only be described as "hate mail" between MOVE members—expose the psychological warfare waged against anyone who showed signs of independent thought or questioning. They reveal how cult leader Vincent Leapheart (John Africa) maintained iron-fisted control through a sophisticated system of emot...2025-06-1242 min
Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John AfricaLove Letters From A Cult Leader: inside MOVE's language of control“I love y’all so much. Ain’t nothing I wouldn’t do for y’all.” —John Africa (Vincent Leaphart), founder of MOVEThanks to a confidential source, we gained access to dozens of private MOVE letters sent to incarcerated followers. At first glance, some of these letters appear warm, loyal, even loving - representative of what MOVE says they are - a chosen "family". But beneath the surface lies a deeply sophisticated system of control.Using Dr. Robert J. Lifton’s landmark framework for thought reform—developed in his seminal book Thought Reform and the Psychology...2025-06-1034 min
Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John AfricaMOVE lies about John Gilbride Part 2- Look Who's Talking*warning: discussion of violence, threats, and the use of a racial slur that is explained but is censored. What happens when a cult's carefully crafted narrative faces public scrutiny? The answer lies in this shocking exploration of MOVE's 2005 radio appearance and their confrontation with America's Most Wanted five years later.Following Fox 29's coverage of John Gilbride's unsolved murder, MOVE members secured two hours of airtime on Philadelphia's WURD Radio. What unfolded wasn't a defense or clarification—it was a masterclass in manipulation tactics. Through strategic deflection, character assassination, and veiled threats, they demonstrated exactly how h...2025-06-0546 min
Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John AfricaMOVE lies about John Gilbride Part 1: Play The TapeWhen MOVE feels threatened, they turn to friendly media outlets to control their narrative. This episode takes you inside a revealing 2005 WURD Radio broadcast where MOVE members responded to a Fox News segment about the unsolved murder of John Gilbride. The previously unreleased audio exposes how cult propaganda works in real-time.Ramona Africa, MOVE's Minister of Information, leads a coordinated response where members employ classic manipulation tactics: denying involvement in John's murder while simultaneously casting doubt on whether he was actually killed, deflecting attention to a mysterious "Dominican wife," and portraying themselves as victims of media persecution...2025-06-031h 05
Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John Africa"He Said He Said" - The Confession of Mumia Abu JamalHere is the very interesting Howard Stern show mentioned in previous episode about Mumia - TC 01:30:47 -01:51:08 (thanks to listener Alex).A prison friendship leads to an unexpected confession that threatens to collapse the entire Free Mumia movement. Twenty-five years after a bombshell Vanity Fair article claimed Mumia Abu-Jamal admitted to killing Officer Daniel Faulkner, the source of that revelation speaks out in his own words.Philip Bloch wasn't supposed to be part of this story. A former radical turned prison volunteer, he formed an unlikely intellectual bond with America's most famous death row inmate...2025-05-2944 min
Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John AfricaThe Cult of Mumia: from convicted killer to campus icon using the MOVE playbookA powerful moment in 1999 captures everything you need to know about how MOVE operated. When Rage Against the Machine held a benefit concert for Mumia Abu-Jamal, they didn't just pack an arena with passionate fans—they delivered approximately $75,000 straight into MOVE's coffers. The organization's leadership understood that Mumia's case was their golden ticket to Hollywood, mainstream visibility, financial support, and fresh recruits. Here is the Howard Stern show mentioned - TC 01:30:47 -01:51:08 (thanks to listener Alex).Through meticulous research into archived recordings, Beth unveils the calculated recruitment strategy that played out when Mumia delivered a com...2025-05-2746 min
Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John AfricaMay 13, 1985: A Police Officer’s Account from Osage AvenueThe haunting story of the MOVE bombing unfolds through the eyes of Philadelphia police officer Jim Berghaier—the Stakeout Cop who rescued 13-year-old Birdie Africa, the only child to survive when authorities dropped explosives on a West Philadelphia rowhouse on May 13, 1985.Standing in the same narrow alley where it happened, Berghaier walks us minute by minute through his experience of that day. His visceral recollections take us back to the moment a satchel of explosives—meant to disable a fortified rooftop bunker—missed its mark. A fire quickly spread, engulfing the MOVE compound and surrounding homes. Through the sm...2025-05-1337 min
Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John AfricaStraight Outta Holmesburg -MOVE’s Prison Recruiting—and One Inmates Encounter With Their "God"The shadows of Philadelphia's MOVE organization stretch far beyond the infamous 1985 bombing on Osage Avenue. Through an exclusive interview with Richard Garland—a former gang member who encountered MOVE while incarcerated at Holmesburg Prison—we uncover the cult's prison recruitment tactics and the mysterious figure at its center.Garland reveals his extraordinary three-day encounter with Vincent Leapheart (John Africa) through prison cell walls, describing a "soft voice that commanded you would listen." His testimony provides rare insight into how MOVE maintained control over members, even those behind bars, through a sophisticated system of coded communications and psychological mani...2025-05-1243 min