Episode
Jonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
48:45
Published: Tue Sep 27 2022
Description
Hi friends! Today on Murder, Mystery & Makeup, I wanted to talk about Jim Jones and what was going on with his whole situation. This could easily be a 3 part series, there are so many more people and factors that came into play as well, but I wanted to keep it simple and focus on Jim and his life. Honestly, it would've gotten so confusing QUICK if I started throwing all these different names at you. Anywho, thank you guys so much for stopping by and hanging out with me. Hope you all have a wonderful rest of your day, Love and appreciate you guys so much!! I hope to be seeing you very soon x o Bailey Sarian Check out the original video here and don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel @BaileySarian! FOLLOW ME AROUND Tik Tok : https://bit.ly/3e3jL9v Instagram : http://bit.ly/2nbO4PR Facebook : http://bit.ly/2mdZtK6 Twitter : http://bit.ly/2yT4BLV Pinterest : http://bit.ly/2mVpXnY Youtube : http://bit.ly/1HGw3Og Snapchat : https://bit.ly/3cC0V9d Discord: https://discord.gg/BaileySarian
Chapters
This podcast transcript covers several topics, including free thinking women, true crime and makeup, and a brief history of a man's loveless childhood.
00:00 - 03:13 (03:13)
Summary
This podcast transcript covers several topics, including free thinking women, true crime and makeup, and a brief history of a man's loveless childhood.
EpisodeJonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
Despite financial challenges and personal obstacles, Jim, a pastor in a low-income community, puts his heart and soul into his church with the help of his dedicated partner.
03:13 - 15:18 (12:04)
Summary
Despite financial challenges and personal obstacles, Jim, a pastor in a low-income community, puts his heart and soul into his church with the help of his dedicated partner.
EpisodeJonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
Jim confesses to his church that he's having an affair, but also reveals his wife's illness which leaves her bedridden, making it impossible for her to leave him even if she wanted to.
15:18 - 18:58 (03:40)
Summary
Jim confesses to his church that he's having an affair, but also reveals his wife's illness which leaves her bedridden, making it impossible for her to leave him even if she wanted to.
EpisodeJonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
The People's Temple, led by Jim Jones, used donation money to pay for college for those who could not afford it, purchasing and remodeling houses into dormitories.
18:58 - 24:17 (05:18)
Summary
The People's Temple, led by Jim Jones, used donation money to pay for college for those who could not afford it, purchasing and remodeling houses into dormitories. The church received donations through mail when Jim Jones used testimonials of the healings accomplished at the church as marketing materials.
EpisodeJonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
Jim Jones' drug problem and sexual affairs within his cult grew over time, along with his increasing ego and belief that all women were attracted to him.
24:17 - 28:44 (04:27)
Summary
Jim Jones' drug problem and sexual affairs within his cult grew over time, along with his increasing ego and belief that all women were attracted to him.
EpisodeJonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
Jonestown was mainly funded through social security checks of its followers and through manufacturing and selling wooden toys.
28:44 - 34:44 (05:59)
Summary
Jonestown was mainly funded through social security checks of its followers and through manufacturing and selling wooden toys. Followers were urged to save money and romantic relationships needed permission before forming.
EpisodeJonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
Jim Jones convinced his followers that they were being threatened and under attack, causing a horrific event that resulted in the deaths of over 900 people in Jonestown, Guyana.
34:44 - 43:32 (08:48)
Summary
Jim Jones convinced his followers that they were being threatened and under attack, causing a horrific event that resulted in the deaths of over 900 people in Jonestown, Guyana.
EpisodeJonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
The Jonestown cult was responsible for the deaths of 909 people who were told by their leader, Jim Jones, to drink poisoned punch in November 1978.
43:32 - 47:46 (04:13)
Summary
The Jonestown cult was responsible for the deaths of 909 people who were told by their leader, Jim Jones, to drink poisoned punch in November 1978. Some people were injected against their will with the poison after they refused to drink it.
EpisodeJonestown Massacre [Apocalyptic Cult] Who Was Jim Jones?
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
The speaker reflects on the biography of Jim Jones and how he may have been derailed by money and drugs, leading to terrible actions.
47:46 - 48:37 (00:51)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the biography of Jim Jones and how he may have been derailed by money and drugs, leading to terrible actions. She expresses disbelief that these factors could cause someone to behave in such a way.