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William Branham Historical Research Podcast

William Branham Historical Research

The William Branham Historical Research Podcast investigates the life, teachings, and legacy of healing evangelist William Branham—one of the most influential and controversial figures of the 20th-century Pentecostal and Charismatic movements. Hosted by researcher John Collins, the series documents Branham’s public record with verifiable sources: sermons, newspapers, archival materials, and eyewitness accounts. Each episode examines how his message evolved—from early Pentecostal

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1:00:03

Wolves in Canada: Art Lucier Scandal and Its...

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2025/11/10

John and Laura-Lynn expose how hidden doctrines, secret networks, and unchecked apostolic authority connect modern revival movements back to William Branham and the Manifest Sons of God theology. Laura-Lynn recounts her firsthand experience within Art Lucier's circles and the unfolding allegations surrounding Daystar Canada and other NAR leaders, revealing patterns of moral failure, financial misconduct, and abuse of power. John connects these events to Branham's early networks with Roy E. Davis,

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01:10:51

The Prophet Who Wouldn’t Speak: Prophetic Mystery...

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2025/11/09

John and Chino expose the dangerous theology of Hobart Freeman, tracing his teachings back to William Branham's pattern of secrecy and manipulation. They discuss Freeman's claims of a "12-word revelation," his insistence that only one man held the true end-time faith message, and the psychological grip these ideas held over followers. The conversation connects the dots between Branham's "three high words," Freeman's mysterious visions, and the modern culture of prophetic elitism that still echoes in

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Escape From IHOP-Atlanta: The Untold Miracle

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2025/11/07

John and Annalise discuss her harrowing experience at the House of Prayer in Atlanta, a sister ministry of IHOP Kansas City. Annalise recounts how she went from a hopeful young dancer seeking community to enduring a life-threatening medical crisis while being pressured to perform in worship. Her powerful testimony exposes how some leaders suppress stories that do not fit their preferred "miracle" narrative and how this left her isolated, disillusioned, yet ultimately stronger in faith. The

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57:54

Unmasking Global Missions: From Sharon Orphanage to...

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2025/11/06

John and Matthew revisit the deep and often overlooked history of the Global Missions movement and its ties to Sharon Orphanage and the 1948 Latter-Rain Revival. Matthew, a former member, shares firsthand insights about growing up under the group's culture of "prophetic history" and its fixation on ongoing revelation. Together they examine the roots of this theology in Branhamism, the hidden influence of early founders like Eric Holt, George Houghton, and Percy Hunt, and how editing and distributing

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00:56:41

Robert Morris – How "Spoken Word" Theology Revived...

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2025/11/05

John Collins traces the disturbing historical and theological roots linking William Branham's teachings to modern megachurch culture through Robert Morris and Gateway Church. Drawing from detailed research, he shows how Branham's "spoken word" doctrine and authoritarian "Moses model" structure evolved into today's New Apostolic Reformation, creating a cycle where abusive leaders are elevated again and again. John explores how figures like Roy E. Davis, Gordon Lindsay, and Jack Hayford bridged these

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1:04:03

Manifest Sons Return: Dean Briggs, Lou Engle, and...

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2025/11/05

John, Kevin, and Barbara expose the spiritual and political machinery behind the so-called "Communion Revival" led by Lou Engle, Dean Briggs, and Chris Berglund. They trace how Manifest Sons of God theology from William Branham and the Latter Rain revival evolved into today's New Apostolic Reformation—with its Dominion Now teachings, manipulation of Gen Z, and exploitation of women. Together they unpack how a movement once claiming to bring unity and revival instead breeds hierarchy,

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1:10:51

The Prophet Who Wouldn’t Speak: Prophetic Mystery...

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2025/11/04

John and Chino expose the dangerous theology of Hobart Freeman, tracing his teachings back to William Branham's pattern of secrecy and manipulation. They discuss Freeman's claims of a "12-word revelation," his insistence that only one man held the true end-time faith message, and the psychological grip these ideas held over followers. The conversation connects the dots between Branham's "three high words," Freeman's mysterious visions, and the modern culture of prophetic elitism that still echoes in

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56:41

Robert Morris – How "Spoken Word" Theology Revived...

William Branham Historical Research Podcast ·

2025/11/03

John Collins traces the disturbing historical and theological roots linking William Branham's teachings to modern megachurch culture through Robert Morris and Gateway Church. Drawing from detailed research, he shows how Branham's "spoken word" doctrine and authoritarian "Moses model" structure evolved into today's New Apostolic Reformation, creating a cycle where abusive leaders are elevated again and again. John explores how figures like Roy E. Davis, Gordon Lindsay, and Jack Hayford bridged these

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01:05:04

Escape From the Cult With No Name: Global Missions

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2025/10/31

John and Matt discuss growing up in Global Missions, a movement rooted in the Latter Rain revival, and how its doctrines of five-fold ministry, sonship, and prophetic authority shaped their lives. Matt shares what it was like to be born into this third-generation high-control group, his struggles with fear, dating, and suppressed critical thinking, and how he eventually found freedom through outside connections and careful study. Together, they explore how groups attempt to cover up their history,

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01:07:04

Christian Nationalism: Faith and Politics Collide

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2025/10/30

John and Bob dive into one of the most complex and controversial topics of modern faith—Christian nationalism. They trace its deep roots from ancient divine-mandate kingdoms to the Holy Roman Empire, Nazi Germany, and today's New Apostolic Reformation. Along the way, they unpack how faith and politics became dangerously intertwined, forming what John calls "unholy alliances." The conversation moves through biblical history, the transformation Jesus taught, the American founding fathers' debates

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00:56:01

When Music Becomes a Weapon: The Hidden Force Behind...

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2025/10/29

John and Christian explore how music shaped the rise of Pentecostal and charismatic movements, tracing its influence from early tent revivals to modern worship concerts. They discuss the psychology of rhythm, the role of instruments like the organ in altering group dynamics, and the way leaders used music to heighten emotional responses during meetings. Drawing on personal stories, historical examples, and biblical references such as Paul's speech in Athens, they highlight how music can connect or

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01:07:16

How Cult Leaders Create Sermons: The Illusion of...

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2025/10/28

John and Chino discuss how ministers—especially in destructive or authoritarian movements—actually come up with their sermons. They trace the evolution of "God told me" preaching from early Pentecostalism through Hobart Freeman, William Branham, and the rise of the New Apostolic Reformation. The conversation explores how anger, narcissism, and audience manipulation fuel sermon creation, how topical preaching replaces real study, and how plagiarism, ghostwriting, and emotional theatrics masquerade as

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01:05:05

Touch Not God's Anointed: The Weaponization of Holiness

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2025/10/27

John and Jed examine the shocking new Firefly report that brands Mike Bickle—a central figure in the International House of Prayer (IHOPKC)—a chronic sexual predator. They trace how unbiblical ideas of "holiness" and the so-called "Moses model" of leadership create fertile ground for abuse in Pentecostal and charismatic circles. Drawing connections from William Branham's theology to the modern New Apostolic Reformation, they explain how these movements elevate leaders beyond accountability, distort

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01:00:05

Deliverance Ministry: Modern Salem Witch Trials

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2025/10/24

John invites Audrey Goff to discuss the hidden dangers of deliverance ministries and the tactics of spiritual abuse that often destroy families and marriages. Audrey shares her personal journey of being drawn into a cult that preached empowerment yet demanded submission, where leaders sowed division in homes, controlled followers through fear, and even plagiarized prophecies. Their conversation exposes how these ministries exploit vulnerability, confuse spiritual authority, and condition members to

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00:48:39

Laodicean Messenger: Faith that Dehumanized

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2025/10/23

John and Charles reflect on the destructive legacy of the Branham-inspired "Message" churches. They trace how the Laodicean-era claims and the cult-like control of leaders fostered division, hatred, and trauma for generations, especially among children raised inside. Through personal memories, tragic stories, and candid humor, they expose the harm done by indoctrination, failed prophecies, and harsh preachers—and point listeners to the hope and freedom found in Jesus beyond the cult. Their

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01:08:05

Manifest Sons of God: The Seed Behind the Power

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2025/10/22

John and John McKinnon expose the heart of William Branham's "seed doctrine," showing how Branham twisted the words of Genesis and John 1:1 to claim humans pre-existed as eternal "thoughts" of God and were merely manifested in the flesh. They explain how this teaching diminished the divinity of Christ, altered the meaning of salvation, and opened the door to the later Manifested Sons of God movement and the New Apostolic Reformation. Drawing on quotes from Branham's own sermons and early message

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01:07:44

From Assurance to Insurance: How Psalm 91 Became a...

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2025/10/21

John and Chino explore the strange evolution of the "assurance versus insurance" doctrine that spread through William Branham's ministry and reached its peak under Hobart Freeman's Faith Assembly. Drawing connections between Psalm 91, Mark 16, and the Manifest Sons of God teaching, they reveal how a harmless Branham anecdote became a central tenet of Freeman's anti-insurance, faith-healing movement. Chino recalls hearing the sermon in 1974 and how Freeman's twisting of scripture led believers to

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00:54:19

Kingdom Power vs. Holiness: How the Pursuit of...

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2025/10/20

John explores the disturbing evolution of "holiness" from its biblical meaning to the authoritarian distortion seen in Pentecostal and Apostolic movements today. Tracing the thread from Frank Sandford and John Alexander Dowie through Charles Fox Parham, William Seymour, Chuck Smith, and John Wimber, he exposes how the theology of holiness became linked to pride, hierarchy, and unquestioned leadership. Through this historical lens, John reveals how the New Apostolic Reformation's obsession with

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00:59:40

Inside CFNI: One Woman's Escape From A Cultic Bible...

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2025/10/17

John invites Lexi to share her story about attending Christ for the Nations Institute (CFNI), including her background, her experience with dating culture at the school, and the broader belief systems promoted within the institution. As the conversation unfolds, Lexi reveals the intense pressure placed on students to find spouses, the gender-based moral burdens, and the sense of scrutiny that dominated student life. John relates these patterns to his own past in similar religious environments,

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01:06:10

From Darby to the NAR: Rapture Theology’s Viral...

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2025/10/16

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