David Koresh: Waco Primer

Jenn and Joe continue our coverage of cult inspired texts with the true story of David Koresh, the Branch Davidians, and the ATF siege on their Waco, TX compound.  Jenn describes this uniquely American tragedy including Koresh’s violent ascent to power, a government agency desperate to improve their national image, daily conditions at New Mount Carmel, and a 51 day standoff leading to a deadly raid unfolding on live TV.  Wanna connect with the show? Follow us on social media @murdermfiction (Twitter & Instagram) or send us an email: [email protected] > Jenn: @jennferatu > Joe: @bstolemyremote Wanna support the show? Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/murdermadefiction for a full-length Menendez Brothers primer, as well as individual discussions on each episode of Ryan Murphy's Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, and the Netflix doc, The Menendez Brothers (2024). Theme Music: Murder on the Artlist Express Like the show? Please rate, review and subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices