Steph Adam and Louise take a deep dive into the childhood, life, business, finances, affairs and influences that made the man who made a modern day cult. We also discuss the history and geography of the times that made him the man he was with ambitions to match the age. This is a fascinating discussion that goes deeper than the usual narratives of a 'pious young man'.
Books used to research this episode:
The Four Presidents of the Watchtower Society by Edmund Gruss https://www.amazon.co.uk/Presidents-Watch-Society-Jehovahs-Witnesses/dp/1594671311
Webpages used in this episode:
https://loc.getarchive.net/media/the-evening-prayer
https://jwdivorces.bravehost.com/russell.html
https://archive.org/details/1880ZionsWatchTower
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Music: 'You're Not Who You Say You Are' by Ancient Modesto, Written by Simon Endeacott, Produced by Ian David c Four Monkeys Records