Ep.8 The Nuwaubian Nation

It started in Brooklyn as a small religious group focused on Black identity and spiritual truth. Over time, it grew into something stranger. The Nuwaubian Nation built pyramids in Georgia, talked about UFOs and lost civilizations, and claimed their leader, Dwight York, was more than just a man. He called himself a prophet, a savior, even an alien messenger. But behind all the symbols, costumes, and shifting beliefs was something far more disturbing. In this episode of Hidden Cults, we follow the rise of Dwight York and the transformation of his movement. From city storefronts to a massive compound in rural Georgia, the Nuwaubian Nation drew in thousands with its mix of mysticism, nationalism, and science fiction. What most followers didn’t see was the system of control, isolation, and abuse that grew along with it. This isn’t just a story about a strange cult. It’s about how faith and identity can be exploited. And how the promise of truth can be used to hide the worst kinds of lies.

Part 1 – The Prophet in the Projects: The Early Years of Dwight York
Part 2 – Kingdom in the Pines: Life Inside Tama-Re
Part 3 – Cracks in the Pyramid: The Fall of Tama-Re
Part 4 – Ashes of Empire: Aftermath and Echoes
Part 5 – The Digital Resurrection: York’s Teachings in the Internet Age
Part 6 – Reflections in the Ruins: Power, Prophecy, and the Echo That Remains

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