Those Conspiracy Guys

DEEP DIVE - On this episode we talk about a lesser known but extremely influential woman at the forefront of esoteric thought and a pioneer in the field in its earliest years, Madame Helena Blavatsky. The grandmother of theosophy and a world traveller and famed philosopher from the 19th century, Blavatsky started her knowledge journey at a very young age in the library of her grandfather, reading esoteric texts and classic philosophy, which gave her a hunger for more.Blavatsky spent almost a decade of her twenties on an information gathering adventure around the world, examining different cultures and civilisations, uncovering lost texts and tales from dark parts of the globe and she came back with tales of mystic men and ancient religions and beliefs; and the most unbelievable yarns of magic, mystery and even international espionage.Blavatsky's writings were well regarded in the field and new secular spiritual organisations at the time were forming all over the world. Her findings confirmed what they believed and were adopted into the canon of many of these organisations the most famous of which was The Theosophical Society. This was the culmination of the power of these writings and their mission to understand the world through ancient knowledge led to very interesting findings that traditional science only found a century later.Blavatsky became a superstar in this Victorian Spiritual revival in the late 19th century and her speaking tours and private audiences were attended by the good and great of the high spociety in the US and England. The Secret Doctrine became her seminal work and it and others like Isis Unveiled were made essential reading for turn of the century occultists and modern free thinkers alike.________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

DEEP DIVE - On this episode we talk about a lesser known but extremely influential woman at the forefront of esoteric thought and a pioneer in the field in its earliest years, Madame Helena Blavatsky. The grandmother of theosophy and a world traveller and famed philosopher from the 19th century, Blavatsky started her knowledge journey at a very young age in the library of her grandfather, reading esoteric texts and classic philosophy, which gave her a hunger for more.Blavatsky spent almost a decade of her twenties on an information gathering adventure around the world, examining different cultures and civilisations, uncovering lost texts and tales from dark parts of the globe and she came back with tales of mystic men and ancient religions and beliefs; and the most unbelievable yarns of magic, mystery and even international espionage.Blavatsky's writings were well regarded in the field and new secular spiritual organisations at the time were forming all over the world. Her findings confirmed what they believed and were adopted into the canon of many of these organisations the most famous of which was The Theosophical Society. This was the culmination of the power of these writings and their mission to understand the world through ancient knowledge led to very interesting findings that traditional science only found a century later.Blavatsky became a superstar in this Victorian Spiritual revival in the late 19th century and her speaking tours and private audiences were attended by the good and great of the high spociety in the US and England. The Secret Doctrine became her seminal work and it and others like Isis Unveiled were made essential reading for turn of the century occultists and modern free thinkers alike.________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

TRUE CRIME - On this episode comedian Gary Lynch joins me to talk about a troubled and gruesomely motivated man, known as The Butcher of Plainfield and creator of the most unique living room furniture, Ed Gein.We discuss the history of the Plainfield Ghoul and his obsession with the female form and we examine his sordid and unhealthy relationship with his mother. Spawning a spate of creepy Hollywood creations, we dive into the story and history of Ed Gein and his sick and twisted shenanigans with women body parts; his questionable acquisition of said parts; and how his life led to his capture and confession. Gary Lynch is a comedian and actor in and around Dublin, Ireland and you can follow him on @garygaryrfix on Instagram or find him on Facebook :)________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

TRUE CRIME - On this episode comedian Gary Lynch joins me to talk about a troubled and gruesomely motivated man, known as The Butcher of Plainfield and creator of the most unique living room furniture, Ed Gein.We discuss the history of the Plainfield Ghoul and his obsession with the female form and we examine his sordid and unhealthy relationship with his mother. Spawning a spate of creepy Hollywood creations, we dive into the story and history of Ed Gein and his sick and twisted shenanigans with women body parts; his questionable acquisition of said parts; and how his life led to his capture and confession. Gary Lynch is a comedian and actor in and around Dublin, Ireland and you can follow him on @garygaryrfix on Instagram or find him on Facebook :)________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

SWAPCAST - This episode was recorded in the lobby of the hotel in Barcelona and went deep into the night as I chatted with Alvaro Garza, a Texan who is living in Barcelona and operating a tour company as well as his new podcast Uncommon Tourist! We chatted about Catalonia, Spanish History, local politics and loads more really interesting stuff like Catalonia leaving Spain and the police brutality during the 2017 referendum.You can find Alvaro on Spreaker here (https://www.spreaker.com/show/uncommon-tourist) or on all the social media as @uncommontourist or click here (https://twitter.com/uncommontourist) to find him on Twitter. Great chats from a smart dude and someone who has a unique perspective into Spanish culture from a westernised pov. ________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

SWAPCAST - This episode was recorded in the lobby of the hotel in Barcelona and went deep into the night as I chatted with Alvaro Garza, a Texan who is living in Barcelona and operating a tour company as well as his new podcast Uncommon Tourist! We chatted about Catalonia, Spanish History, local politics and loads more really interesting stuff like Catalonia leaving Spain and the police brutality during the 2017 referendum.You can find Alvaro on Spreaker here (https://www.spreaker.com/show/uncommon-tourist) or on all the social media as @uncommontourist or click here (https://twitter.com/uncommontourist) to find him on Twitter. Great chats from a smart dude and someone who has a unique perspective into Spanish culture from a westernised pov. ________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

INTERVIEW - On this episode I chat with historian and tour guide in Munich, Kevin Long. Kevin has been living in Munich for a while and is enamoured with the city which is steeped in Bavarian history and is the ideological heart of the early Nazi regime. Young Hitler had his Beerhall Putsch there, the rallies and the early triumphs for the Nazis were all there; and with Kevin we chat about this, what the culture in Munich is like and discuss how German can you really get if you tried!If you want to get in touch with Kevin or book a tour if you're in the Munich area hit him up with an email to kevylong@hotmail.com and let him know where you found him.________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

INTERVIEW - On this episode I chat with historian and tour guide in Munich, Kevin Long. Kevin has been living in Munich for a while and is enamoured with the city which is steeped in Bavarian history and is the ideological heart of the early Nazi regime. Young Hitler had his Beerhall Putsch there, the rallies and the early triumphs for the Nazis were all there; and with Kevin we chat about this, what the culture in Munich is like and discuss how German can you really get if you tried!If you want to get in touch with Kevin or book a tour if you're in the Munich area hit him up with an email to kevylong@hotmail.com and let him know where you found him.________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

TRUE CRIME - On this episode we talk about one of the worst, most sadistic, and prolific of the American serial killers; from a metal container out in the desert landscape in New Mexico, this time we are talking about The Toybox Killer.David Parker Ray is thought to have killed over 60 people in some of the most sadisticcruel and brutally inventive ways known to humanity. This guy went medieval on prostitutes, wandering waifs, and wayward teenagers with his on again off again girlfriend. They would pick these girls up at a local saloon and imprison them in a container filled with torture devices.Its a story that has to be listened to to be believed and joining me to tell the terrible tale is TCG original flavour Eamonn O'Neill. You can tell Eamonn all about it at http://www.twitter.com/eamonno4________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

TRUE CRIME - On this episode we talk about one of the worst, most sadistic, and prolific of the American serial killers; from a metal container out in the desert landscape in New Mexico, this time we are talking about The Toybox Killer.David Parker Ray is thought to have killed over 60 people in some of the most sadisticcruel and brutally inventive ways known to humanity. This guy went medieval on prostitutes, wandering waifs, and wayward teenagers with his on again off again girlfriend. They would pick these girls up at a local saloon and imprison them in a container filled with torture devices.Its a story that has to be listened to to be believed and joining me to tell the terrible tale is TCG original flavour Eamonn O'Neill. You can tell Eamonn all about it at http://www.twitter.com/eamonno4________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

SWAPCAST - On this SwapCast I join Julian and Joe from The History of The Netherlands podcast, on location in Amsterdam; where we chat about their podcast; some very interesting Dutch political attitudes; how such good looking people can be bred in a swamp and why its so much better to learn about all this stuff while in a boat on the water!Joe and Julian are the presenters of The History of The Netherlands but they also have a couple other podcasts too. You can find them and their stable of shows at 'Republic of Amsterdam Radio' and all the links are just below. These other shows include 'Free and Fearless' a story of Dutch resistance against the Nazis; and 'Stuff What You Tell Me' which is full of stories of rebellion and resistance through history, art and culture.You can also see them live and in person if you are visiting Amsterdam by taking a trip on the canals with Those Dam Boat Guys! You can book a trip and get a very unique experience of Amsterdam from the safety of a boat where you can drink, eat and smoke anything you want. Head to http://www.thosedamboatguys.com to book now! Tell em Gordo sent ya :)Find Julian and Joe and Republic of Amsterdam Radio here:Website: http://www.historyofthenetherlands.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfNLFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyofthenetherlands/iTunes: https://tinyurl.com/yyeokmgoStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=379685Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HNjc8ZBQ4ESdrpa8UfhlTYou can find all the podcasts here: http://www.republicofamsterdamradio.com Or support them on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/historyofthenetherlands________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

SWAPCAST - On this SwapCast I join Julian and Joe from The History of The Netherlands podcast, on location in Amsterdam; where we chat about their podcast; some very interesting Dutch political attitudes; how such good looking people can be bred in a swamp and why its so much better to learn about all this stuff while in a boat on the water!Joe and Julian are the presenters of The History of The Netherlands but they also have a couple other podcasts too. You can find them and their stable of shows at 'Republic of Amsterdam Radio' and all the links are just below. These other shows include 'Free and Fearless' a story of Dutch resistance against the Nazis; and 'Stuff What You Tell Me' which is full of stories of rebellion and resistance through history, art and culture.You can also see them live and in person if you are visiting Amsterdam by taking a trip on the canals with Those Dam Boat Guys! You can book a trip and get a very unique experience of Amsterdam from the safety of a boat where you can drink, eat and smoke anything you want. Head to http://www.thosedamboatguys.com to book now! Tell em Gordo sent ya :)Find Julian and Joe and Republic of Amsterdam Radio here:Website: http://www.historyofthenetherlands.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfNLFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyofthenetherlands/iTunes: https://tinyurl.com/yyeokmgoStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=379685Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HNjc8ZBQ4ESdrpa8UfhlTYou can find all the podcasts here: http://www.republicofamsterdamradio.com Or support them on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/historyofthenetherlands________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

TRUE CRIME - On this episode we lift up the patio slabs of deception to find the sludgy bones of truth on this, one of the roughest episodes to date, where we talk about the Gloucester House of Horrors occupied by the infamously cruel Fred and Rosemary West,This terrible tale of rape, murder, incest, abuse, torture, and mutually supported pure psychopathy from these two hell crossed lovers, rocked the world when the vast scope of their dark deeds came to light in the early 90s. Coming from equally destructive upbringings they met and dealt a wicked fate to dozens of young girls; two serial killers unknown to one another; married and in the same house! The story has to be heard to be believed; and I don't usually take content precautions but this one is particularly rough on the details, so go lightly!An amazing case and a great episode and documentaries and other materials will follow! Joining me on this episode is the wonderfully talented Lee Coffey and if you want to find Lee online head to http:www//bitterlikealemon.com or find him on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/leecoffey7________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

TRUE CRIME - On this episode we lift up the patio slabs of deception to find the sludgy bones of truth on this, one of the roughest episodes to date, where we talk about the Gloucester House of Horrors occupied by the infamously cruel Fred and Rosemary West,This terrible tale of rape, murder, incest, abuse, torture, and mutually supported pure psychopathy from these two hell crossed lovers, rocked the world when the vast scope of their dark deeds came to light in the early 90s. Coming from equally destructive upbringings they met and dealt a wicked fate to dozens of young girls; two serial killers unknown to one another; married and in the same house! The story has to be heard to be believed; and I don't usually take content precautions but this one is particularly rough on the details, so go lightly!An amazing case and a great episode and documentaries and other materials will follow! Joining me on this episode is the wonderfully talented Lee Coffey and if you want to find Lee online head to http:www//bitterlikealemon.com or find him on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/leecoffey7________________________This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. If you want to support the show and get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff click here http://bit.ly/TCG-PatreonIf you want to follow TCG on social platforms including the Discord, watch video versions of the livestream podcast and documentaries; or even join in on live chats about current events; buy TCG merch; get notifications of and buy tickets to upcoming live stage shows or to just support the show on Patreon; all the links, info and instructions you can find by clicking this link http://www.linktr.ee/thoseconspiracyguys

SWAPCAST - On this SwapCast I chat with Sam and XG about some eerily predictive fiction from one of the most famous authors of the 20th century, George Orwell. His book Animal Farm published in 1945 was a scathing indictment of the communist political agenda and was a massive cultural palette cleanser in a world now faced with an ideological dichotomy of socialism versus capitalism. He detested the cult of personality that had grown up around Stalin during the war years and foresaw the problems that lay ahead for the world should this ideological esteem pave the way for a tyrant in absolute control. 1984 was the extension of this critique and the world that was created in this book was based on the tools and methods of totalitarian dictatorships that are now being echoed in the modern media landscape. The oppressive regime depicted in 1984 ring true today with social media deplatformings mimicking the actions of Winston Smith working for the Ministry of Truth and the Thought Police and blatant propaganda tactics shown in the actions of politically charged social media platforms.I chat with Sam and XG about the man himself, Orwell's journey to writing 1984 and some of the more important warnings Orwell writes about that are showing themselves in the modern political discourse. DoubleThink, NewSpeak, and The Memory Hole are all terms often used when talking about cultural and political debate online these days; and Orwell saw it all happening in 1949! Enjoy this chat anyway and let me know what you think. Ill be uploading this to the main podcast for the next 30 days but I will definitely be doing a George Orwell episode in the future on TCG, a big one! :)---You can find Sam here: https://twitter.com/samtripoli and the Tin Foil Hat Podcast here: https://twitter.com/TinFoilHatCast or check out all their good stuff on their website here: https://tinfoilhatpodcast.com ---LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENTIm doing a LIVE SHOW as part of the Cork Podcast Festival this weekend on Saturday 12th October in Kino theatre in Cork City. The show starts at 6pm and you'll be well on your way home by 8pm; so click here http://bit.ly/Cork-Oct19-Gig-Tickets to get your tickets. ---**CONTACT AND WEBSITE**Email - mailto:info@thoseconspiracyguys.comWebsite - http://www.thoseconspiracyguys.com**SUPPORT THE SHOW**This podcast is supported by the generous donations of the wonderful folks over at Patreon. You can get exclusive content, ad-free episodes, access to live chats and private social media like Instagram and Discord and a whole load of other stuff. Click the link here and choose your support level, and thanks :) Appreciate ya!Patreon - http://bit.ly/TCG-Patreon**SOCIAL MEDIA**Probably the most useful and well maintained social space for TCG fans is the Discord server so click the link below and join in the conversation with fellow fans. Send me a DM or post to episode specific channels yourself, share links, or join in discussions.Discord - http://bit.ly/TCG-DiscordGordo is the one replying to all of the social media below so click the links here to be brought to the apps OR just search for 'thoseconspiracyguys' in any of these websites :D Some sites in this list are obviously more active than others but I read all messages sent to me, even though I may not reply straight away.