The Camcorder Cult: David Berg and The Children of God

This week’s episode comes with a content warning: there will be mention of child abuse and sexual content - listener discretion is advised.  The 1960s and 70s brought an onslaught of peace, love, and freedom previously unseen in society; unfortunately for a small group of teens in Huntington Beach, California, it also introduced them to a man named David Berg. Though it would later be known by a multitude of names, Berg would go on to found a free love movement he called ‘The Children of God’. Preaching free love and spiritual weapons, The Children of God would grow to cult status - rife with child sexual abuse, mental control, and a leader in hiding to avoid his crimes. Join us this week as us ‘systemites’ discuss the depth of the torment behind The Family International. Thanks to Dated (@illadvisedrecords) for permission to use Stuck In A Hole as our theme music! A huge thank you to all of you for listening! If you'd like to support the show, like, follow, subscribe, or leave us a review - it means the world! You can also check out our Patreon page, where we'll be updating info on upcoming shows, releasing exclusive episodes/content and where there are new opportunities to get involved! Follow us on Instagram @creepsncoffee and X @creepsandcoffee, or send us a message with topics you'd like to hear us cover next at creepsandcoffee@gmail.com! :)