🎙️ The Waco Siege: Unraveling the Branch Davidians and David Koresh’s Deadly Prophecy 🔥

Join Nikki and Cheryl as they take a deep dive into one of the most infamous cult stand-offs in American history—the Waco Sieg. In this episode, we travel back to Waco, Texas, where the self-proclaimed "sinful messiah", David Koresh (formerly Vernon Wayne Howell—yes, we’re looking at you, VERNIE 👀), took control of the Branch Davidians.

What started as a religious community 🙏 quickly spiralled into chaos, leading to a catastrophic 51-day standoff ⏳ with nearly 1,000 FBI and ATF agents 🚔. Koresh had prophesied his own death at Mount Carmel but little did he know, he would trigger a deadly siege that claimed dozens of lives , shocking the world 🌎.

Tune in as we uncover the events leading up to the Waco disaster, the controversial role of law enforcement 🚨, and how a twisted prophecy fuelled one of the deadliest confrontations in modern U.S. history.

This episode is not suitable for listeners under the age of 18. It contains distressing details of sexual and physical abuse, including abuse against children. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

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Get ready for an unforgettable episode of Killers, Cults, and Queens! Nikki Druce and Cheryl welcome the legendary Fenton Bailey—co-creator of RuPaul’s Drag Race, celebrated documentarian, and TV pioneer. Together, they delve into the fascinating world of Tammy Faye Bakker, her impact on the LGBTQ+ community, and her role as a trailblazer in television history.

🎙️ What’s Inside This Episode:

• The story behind Tammy Faye Bakker’s groundbreaking activism and unique drag-like persona.
• How Fenton’s iconic documentary, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, shaped her legacy.
• Behind-the-scenes insights into the creation of RuPaul’s Drag Race and its global influence.
• Tammy’s connection to drag culture and her enduring message of inclusivity and love.
• Exclusive details about the upcoming RuPaul’s DragCon and a special discount for listeners!

💄 Why You’ll Love This Episode:

This is more than just a podcast episode—it’s a tribute to a true cultural icon. Whether you’re a fan of Drag Race, Tammy Faye, or the art of storytelling, you’ll leave inspired by Fenton’s insights and passion.

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Use code CHERYL10 for 10% off your tickets to RuPaul’s DragCon on January 10-11, 2024. Get your tickets at rupaulsdragcon.com!

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📺 Rise and Fall of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker: Televangelism, Scandal, and a LGBTQIA+ Legacy 🌈

Cauliflower's fluffy and cabbages are green 🥦, but this week, we're diving deep into one of America's biggest televangelism scandals! Nikki and Cheryl explore the meteoric rise and shocking fall of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker's Praise The Lord (PTL) Network ✝️. What began as a mission to spread the gospel worldwide unraveled into a notorious sex and financial fraud scandal that rocked American televangelism.

Join us as we uncover the details of the scandal, the groundbreaking event that made Tammy Faye Bakker an LGBTQIA+ icon—endorsed by none other than RuPaul 👑—and the shocking secrets behind the PTL empire. Did someone really get a facelift 💉 with PTL donations? Buckle up, because Nikki and Cheryl are ready to reveal it all! 🎙️🕵️‍♀️