Ep75: The Waco Siege, feat Nick Shadeggs

Oldmate and Josh are back for an electrifying deep dive into one of the most shocking and explosive moments in modern American history: the Waco Siege. From the mysterious origins of the Branch Davidians to the intense 51-day stand that culminated in fire and fierce controversy, this episode strips away myths, media spin, and hindsight bias. Joined by Nick Shadeggs, we unravel how ideology, authority, fear, and flawed decisions collided with catastrophic results. Together, we uncover what went wrong, the lessons ignored, and why Waco continues to resonate today in debates about government power, belief systems, and accountability.Follow ⁠⁠@nickschadegg⁠⁠ for more.