Murder at Ryans Run: exposing the cult of John Africa

Here is the very interesting Howard Stern show mentioned in previous episode about Mumia - TC 01:30:47 -01:51:08 (thanks to listener Alex). A prison friendship leads to an unexpected confession that threatens to collapse the entire Free Mumia movement. Twenty-five years after a bombshell Vanity Fair article claimed Mumia Abu-Jamal admitted to killing Officer Daniel Faulkner, the source of that revelation speaks out in his own words. Philip Bloch wasn't supposed to be part of this story. A former radical turned prison volunteer, he formed an unlikely intellectual bond with America's most famous death row inmate through philosophical conversations about justice, violence, and remorse. What transpired during those visits would eventually make national headlines and challenge everything supporters believed about Mumia's case. Bloch takes us inside the maximum-security prison where he and Mumia discussed everything from Thoreau to the Los Angeles riots, revealing the complex humanity behind the political symbol. When Bloch asked if Mumia regretted killing Faulkner, the one-word answer—"yes"—remained private for seven years until Bloch, disturbed by attacks on Faulkner's widow, decided to come forward. The aftermath was explosive: media firestorms, public smears, and Mumia's vehement denial. Yet Bloch's account defies simple categorization. Neither right-wing crusader nor attention-seeker, he maintains that Mumia is "not a monster" while standing by his account. His testimony raises profound questions about what happens when movements become more important than truth—when human beings transform into symbols that can't be allowed to show weakness, change, or express remorse. Connect with us on social media or email murderatryansrun@gmail.com with information about Mumia's case, John Gilbride's murder, or missing child Shaeida Holloway. Rate, review, and share this podcast to help others find this untold story. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

A powerful moment in 1999 captures everything you need to know about how MOVE operated. When Rage Against the Machine held a benefit concert for Mumia Abu-Jamal, they didn't just pack an arena with passionate fans—they delivered approximately $75,000 straight into MOVE's coffers. The organization's leadership understood that Mumia's case was their golden ticket to Hollywood, mainstream visibility, financial support, and fresh recruits. Here is the Howard Stern show mentioned - TC 01:30:47 -01:51:08 (thanks to listener Alex). Through meticulous research into archived recordings, Beth unveils the calculated recruitment strategy that played out when Mumia delivered a commencement address at Evergreen State College. Behind his revolutionary rhetoric was a 13-minute advertisement for MOVE and its founder, Vincent Leaphart (John Africa). LINK TO VIDEO of Commencement The speech reveals the organization's chameleon-like ability to mirror whatever values potential recruits held most dear—a classic cult tactic that expert Dr. Janja Lalich calls "Bounded Choice." Examining Mumia's commencement speech is an opportunity to unpack the recruitment and control dynamics in MOVE - lots of word play, virtue signaling and creating alignment in order to create connections that foster support for both Mumia and MOVE. The investigation takes a darker turn when examining how MOVE specifically targeted teens and young adults using romantic relationships to lure young men, especially those with weapons training, into Vincent's clutches. What looked like love and purpose was actually calculated grooming and for many, like Mike Davis, it would lead to decades in prison following the 1978 shootout with police. Most telling is Mumia's continued accessibility to supporters while remaining completely unavailable to those investigating MOVE's alleged abuses aka "That Beth McNamara" as MOVE refers to me. Despite reaching out multiple times, Beth has received no response from Mumia regarding the serious allegations made by former MOVE children who have come forward on this podcast. The contrast between his public persona as a revolutionary truth-teller and his silence on these matters speaks volumes. Why does this matter now? Because understanding how effective MOVE's recruitment tactics were in 1999 helps explain how MOVE and other high control groups aka cults and extremist groups continue to operate today. When someone appears to be all things to all people, mirroring your values perfectly while asking for your trust and resources, it might not be alignment—it might be performance with the intent to deceive you. Want to share information about MOVE, John Gilbride's unsolved murder, or the disappearance of MOVE child Shiaida Holloway? Reach out confidentially at murderatryansrun@gmail.com. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

The haunting story of the MOVE bombing unfolds through the eyes of Philadelphia police officer Jim Berghaier—the Stakeout Cop who rescued 13-year-old Birdie Africa, the only child to survive when authorities dropped explosives on a West Philadelphia rowhouse on May 13, 1985. Standing in the same narrow alley where it happened, Berghaier walks us minute by minute through his experience of that day. His visceral recollections take us back to the moment a satchel of explosives—meant to disable a fortified rooftop bunker—missed its mark. A fire quickly spread, engulfing the MOVE compound and surrounding homes. Through the smoke and chaos, Berghaier spots a young boy emerging from the flames. Ignoring warnings that it might be a trap, he sprinted into the water-filled alley to save him. The emotion in Berghaier’s voice is unmistakable as he recalls Birdie’s first words: “Don’t shoot me, don’t shoot me.” Followed by the painfully ordinary: “I’m hungry. I want something to eat.” These moments cut through the political narratives that have long defined the MOVE bombing—revealing something more human, more immediate. What makes this account especially powerful is Berghaier’s candor. Officers had been told there were no children in the house. They expected the fire to be extinguished. They thought MOVE members would come out. But they didn’t. Eleven people—six adults and five children—died inside 6221 Osage Avenue. Sixty-one homes were destroyed in a predominantly Black middle-class neighborhood. This episode offers a first-hand account—but doesn’t claim to provide a definitive conclusion. Forty years later, many questions remain. But hearing directly from those who were there adds a crucial layer to understanding what happened that day. Let It Burn - Michael and Randi Boyette https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31202750-let-it-burn Temple University Archive - MOVe https://digital.library.temple.edu/digital/collection/p16002coll18 The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

The shadows of Philadelphia's MOVE organization stretch far beyond the infamous 1985 bombing on Osage Avenue. Through an exclusive interview with Richard Garland—a former gang member who encountered MOVE while incarcerated at Holmesburg Prison—we uncover the cult's prison recruitment tactics and the mysterious figure at its center. Garland reveals his extraordinary three-day encounter with Vincent Leapheart (John Africa) through prison cell walls, describing a "soft voice that commanded you would listen." His testimony provides rare insight into how MOVE maintained control over members, even those behind bars, through a sophisticated system of coded communications and psychological manipulation. The interview raises disturbing questions about May 13th, 1985. Was Vincent Leapheart actually in the house when police dropped the bomb? Why did MOVE members tell Garland that John Africa was "still alive" afterward? And what explains the medical examiner's notation that "Body F"—presumed to be Vincent—was missing its head, which appeared to have been "sawed" off? For decades, these questions have remained largely unanswered as MOVE members have pursued financial settlements rather than scientific verification through DNA testing. Garland's story serves as a crucial puzzle piece in understanding how MOVE functioned both in and out of the Pennsylvania prison system and how 40 years later, there are more stones to turn over in the MOVE story. As we mark the 40th anniversary of the MOVE confrontation, this episode challenges listeners to examine all aspects of this complicated story—the victims, the survivors, the uncomfortable truths that continue to haunt everyone involved, and the questions that MOVE still avoids answering. Materials for this episode are on the website - Page S3 Ep 5 Information on Holmesburg Prison: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holmesburg_Prison https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/988758.Acres_of_Skin The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

Mike Africa Jr. likes to share a vivid account (read: made up) of his MOVE childhood and often includes a story about Richmond, Virginia when he was not even two years old. Through painstaking research, including interviews with the retired detective who led the 1980 operation, the prosecutor who brought charges, and the attorney who represented MOVE women, I uncover the actual evidence that led to a police raid to remove Mike and 13 other malnourished MOVE children from a Richmond house -- medical reports, court documents, and newspaper accounts reveal that Mike has lied to the public, the co-author of his memoir and thus the publisher, the media and activists about himself and MOVE. Spoiler: no cruel nuns and an orphanage are involved. If Mike Africa Jr.s is lying about this, then any academic, teacher, activist, City Councilmember, member of the media or passenger in Mike's Uber should be prompted to ask more questions about Mike and his motives. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

This is Part 2—or as they say in France (where MOVE often solicits donations for themselves and Mumia)—Part Deux. It’s not as shocking as Part 1, but it’s still never-before-heard audio from 2001, recorded in the basement of MOVE’s Philly headquarters. A 23-year-old Mike Africa Jr. (aka Michael Davis) reflects on legacy, identity, and his self-declared natural rapping talent (pro tip: double the playback speed for that section). But tucked between the repetition and self-aggrandizing are research gems—and revealing slips of the MOVE tongue—that offer a more detailed picture of life inside the organization. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

In this immersive, unedited episode, you’re sitting in the basement of MOVE headquarters in West Philly—24 years ago—listening as Michael Davis (known publicly as Mike Africa Jr., and within MOVE by the nickname “Puga,” which he no longer uses - talks freely while being interviewed by longtime MOVE "supporter" Peter Gordon, aka Dubside. At 23, Mike shares a version of MOVE’s history—and his own—that directly contradicts the narrative he tells today about 1985 as a public figure and the self-annointed new leader of MOVE. This episode is part of a mini-season built around MOVE’s words—letters, recordings, and public statements—so their credibility can finally be fully examined, which is in the public interest. From Mike’s childhood outside the group to his return under Ramona Africa’s watch, this tape reveals fractured family ties, the making of MOVE’s next spokesperson, and the first signs that he was stepping toward the spotlight and seeking fame via the MOVE story. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

Two days before the 1985 fire that killed 5 children and 6 adults inside 6221 Osage Avenue, MOVE’s Minister of Information, Ramona Africa, sent a letter to police: “We will burn this motherf***ing house down and burn you up with us.” This handwritten letter has been publicly available for 40 years. So why is it rarely included in books, documentaries, or retrospectives—especially now, 40 years later? This episode brings her words back into the story—and asks us all to think critically about what MOVE calls “the strategy of John Africa (Vincent Leaphart)?" The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

This episode was put together quickly in order to publish before current charismatic spokesperson Mike Africa Jr. goes on WURD radio to talk about remains of MOVE children so this is my effort to put some questions out there for WURD to ask Mike. I will write up better show notes tomorrow. Going hit the hay so I can wake up at 5am my time to catch WURD in Philadelphia. Will post images etc. that go with episode tomorrow. Here are links I promised: Firewalker New Balance Let The Fire Burn on OVID PBS Frontline MOVE episode The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*cw: profanity and death of children It's hard to believe that an organization like MOVE, which preaches about natural foods and healthy living, could be responsible for the neglect and abuse suffered by its children. In this episode we share exclusive investigative information about Shaeida "She She" Hollaway, who disappeared from the group's care in 1978 at the age of five. Through in-depth research, we learn about MOVE's secretive practices that made it challenging for authorities to locate and safeguard the children's welfare. This eye-opening episode details the group's obsession with isolation and privacy in order to conceal it's true nature, leading to catastrophic consequences for its members, most particularly the dozens of children who died, went missing or suffered decades of abuse. . Where is SHAEIDA HOLLAWAY? What happened to her in MOVE? Will MOVE answer questions about SHAEIDA? If not, what could they be hiding? Go to our social media for the MISSING graphic we made so that you can share on your socials with two hashtags #WhereIsShaeida #MissingInMOVE The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*explicit language and threats of violence Whenever MOVE speaks it is always in "the plural" as "The MOVE Family" but what happens in the family stays in the family, like the movie FIGHT CLUB but even more insidious and culty. So outsiders think MOVE is what they say they are - a loving committed family. Over the two seasons you have heard exclusive interviews with former MOVE members sharing the dark secrets in the group. The podcast has obtained a lot of internal MOVE materials and in this episode we share a letter that exposes the true family dynamics in MOVE. Here is the letter for you to read after you hear the episode: LINK TO LETTER FEATURED IN EPISODE The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*explicit: child abuse, animal abuse and racial slurs MOVE wants the public to see them as a black liberation group and so Ria Africa has been conveniently erased from their current narrative which is why we made this entire episode all about the white rich girl named Suzy who became Sue Africa and then Ria Africa. For decades Ria has used the power given to her by MOVE founder Vincent Leaphart and then 2nd leader Alberta Wicker to abuse black children while saying she herself was not white and then Alberta saying she was white and not black. And then there is the whole thing about the white cult within the MOVE cult and the Hollywood director who fan girls over MOVE's cult fashion icon RIA. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

Mumia Abu Jamal is mostly known to the world as a former black panther, former radio journalist and for the last 41 years as a convicted murderer who had been sentenced to death but now is serving life in prison without parole. What is less known about Mumia Abu Jamal is his long history with MOVE before he shoots Officer Daniel Faulkner on December 9, 1981 and that Mumia's lead publicist "handler" Pam Africa is also the Minister of Confrontation for MOVE. Utilizing an audio cassette exclusivey obtained by the podcast this episode examines the undeniable 40+ year connections between MOVE, Mumia Abu Jamal and murdered ex-MOVE member John Gilbride. Mumia and MOVE are one in the same thing, there is no halfsies or casual relationships that span 45 years like Mumia Abu Jamal aka Wesley Cook. This episode will leave you with questions that the podcast could not get answered after repeatedly reaching out to Mumia and his lawyers/publicists. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

Born into MOVE 15 years after the most deadly confrontation on Osage Avenue, Rain Africa was groomed to be a spokesperson and "fundraiser" for MOVE and Mumia Abu Jamal which she says is one in the same. Rain breaks down how MOVE deftly and deceptively uses the media, academics and "the movement". The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*CW: discussion of domestic abuse, threats of violence and loss of life. After more than 30 years Jeanne Africa is breaking her silence about the 5 years she was a devoted MOVE member sharing never-before-heard details about what she alleges was the true nature of MOVE - to overthrow the system by violent revolution and that in following Vincent Leaphart's teachings all of his followers were willing to kill or be killed for his "revolution". National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 If you or someone you care about is possibly in a situation of coercive control here are some resources: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/culteducation Cult Education Institute International Cultic Studies Association Janja Lalich The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

This episode examines the real man behind THE COORDINATOR of MOVE, Vincent Leaphart, the leader and creator of the group who gave himself the name of JOHN AFRICA and the title of THE COORDINATOR. Vincent Leaphart, like most cult leaders, put his followers on the front line of his "revolution" and they certainly paid the price with their freedom and in some cases their lives. If you have comments, questions or information related to the podcast or our ongoing research into MOVE please reach out via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com or message us on our social media platforms. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*CW: discussion of infant deaths, child neglect, child abuse, and police brutality. MOVE says their religion is Life. "JOHN AFRICA taught us that Life is the priority. Nothing is more important or as important as Life, the force that keeps us alive. All life comes from one source, from God, Mom Nature, Mama. Each individual life is dependent on every other life, and all life has a purpose, so all living beings, things that move, are equally important whether they are human beings, dogs, birds, fish, trees, ants, weeds, rivers, wind or rain." - 25 Year On The Move This episode examines Life Africa, a baby boy born into the organization in March 1976 that MOVE says was murdered by police. This tragic event has been shared by MOVE as a justification for taking up arms against the system in 1977. In examining this infant death the podcast team uncovers other alleged infant deaths. If you have any information related to this episode or the podcast series overall please reach out via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com or message us on our socials. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*CW: child neglect and abuse. MOVE has always bragged about the health/strength of the children raised in MOVE were even more exceptional because they were raised as the "pure generation" under MOVE Law - the teachings of John Africa but the reality was the children were sick with diseases like Kwashiorkor which is only seen in developing countries experiencing famine. What are the signs and symptoms of kwashiorkor? Edema (swelling with fluid, especially in the ankles and feet). Bloated stomach with ascites (a build-up of fluid in the abdominal cavity). Dry, brittle hair, hair loss and loss of pigment in hair. Dermatitis — dry, peeling skin, scaly patches or red patches. Enlarged liver, a symptom of fatty liver disease. Depleted muscle mass but retained subcutaneous fat (under the skin). Dehydration. Loss of appetite (anorexia). Irritability and fatigue. Stunted growth in children. (More information Cleveland Clinic - Kwashiorkor) The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*Sensitive content about police brutality, abuse against children and women. Mention of racial slurs. MOVE began in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Powelton Village at a time when counterculture and revolution were the norm and a former Black Panther once crossed paths with a handyman named Vince who then became John Africa. The Black Panther Party Ten-Point Program Timothy Hayes Blog Big shout out to 50 years of local reporting on MOVE from The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Philadelphia Daily News and underground papers like THE DRUMMER. Support your local newspapers before they are gone. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence or intimate partner violence R.A.I.N.N 1-800-656-HOPE. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

MOVE claims that their "organization" was created by one man, a black man named Vincent Leaphart. Vincent did not create the MOVE cult by himself, he had a lot of help from a white graduate student named Donald Glassey who then escaped and became a government informant in order to stop Vincent's bomb plot. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

Welcome to Season 2 of the podcast. In this episode you will get some updates and behind-the-scenes information on Season 1 and then you will hear from cult expert and author Rick Alan Ross about MOVE and the overall nature of destructive cults and MOVE. . Links and Resources mentioned in this episode: Tony Allen's blog: AntiMOVE Kevin Price's blog: Leaving MOVE 2021 RICK ALAN ROSS Twitter https://twitter.com/RickAlanRoss Facebook https://www.facebook.com/culteducation Cult Education Institute International Cultic Studies Association Janja Lalich The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

MOVE likes to say that John Gilbride is still alive and living under an assumed name working for the US Government who is, of course, hell bent on destroying MOVE. John Gilbride is dead and we have obtained the Medical Examiner's Report stating exactly how he died on September 26, 2002. And we knock on the front door of MOVE leader's house and have a brief and bizarre interaction with her second husband. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

This whole podcast got started when Bob shared the story of MOVE and May 13th 1985 with Beth and got her hooked on learning as much as she could but then one interview spins her around and sends the whole focus and podcast down an unsolved murder rabbit hole that leads deep into the MOVE organization that even ties back to Hollywood film royalty - Steven Spielberg. If you have any information that could help solve the unsolved murder of JOHN GILBRIDE or you have information about the allegations of abuse exposed in this podcast please contact us murderatryansrun@gmail.com or message us on social media. \ The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

CONTENT WARNING: child sex abuse and graphic description of child birth. While MOVE continues to claim their belief is LIFE and protecting all life, they are not in mourning of their former MOVE brother John Gilbride who was murdered in cold blood, but rather they are hanging decorations in preparation for not one wedding, but two and only the most trusted, loyal members and supporters are invited. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

Every murder investigation looks at motive - why does someone want someone else dead? Common motives are jealousy and money. One of the core secrets about MOVE is the source of their money and that would be a something that John Gilbride would have been privy to and so maybe MOVE vs. John Gilbride is about more than child custody. . The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

It is only after John is murdered that a secret second wife is discovered who ends up getting the life insurance payout. Who is this Rosario and more importantly, where is she now and what does she know? J The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

John Gilbride was murdered in the final hours of September 26, 2002 and the investigative clock begins at 12:08am on September 27, 2002 when police come up the scene and John's death is recorded as a homicide. In the final hour of September 26, 2002, John Gilbride was murdered. He was shot by an unknown assailant(s) that was waiting for him to come home from work. Who wanted John dead and why? This episode looks at multiple locations and gets accounts from multiple people when they hear John is Dead. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

On the night John Gilbride was murdered, September 26th 2002, Alberta directed that there was to be a MOVE meeting held at house in New Jersey owned by a longtime MOVE member that has been flying under the radar for decades. This MOVE member Gary claims to have known MOVE founder Vincent Leaphart and definitely knew John Gilbride. With all of the MOVE supporters at Gary's then only MOVE members know the alibis of MOVE members that night. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

* Content Warning: this episode mentions threats of violence against children. MOVE cult leader Alberta Africa prepares her followers that they must be willing to lose their lives in order to keep John Gilbride from getting his son Zackary, and if necessary be willing to even kill Zack so that John does not get him. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*EXPLICIT CONTENT - child sex abuse and homophobic slurs. This second bonus episode exposes what it was like to grow up as boy in MOVE featuring 2nd Gen MOVE member Josh "Africa" sharing that all decisions on child rearing originated from the leader Alberta Africa and her 2nd in command, Sue Africa aka Ria. Josh is breaking his silence and the cycle of abuse so that he can raise his own children outside of MOVE. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

WARNING: Mentions of suicide, racism and disturbing events involving children. This episode is intended for mature audiences. Please take care while listening. This bonus episode exposes what it was like to grow up as a girl in the MOVE cult and features the former MARIA AFRICA who was born shortly after John Gilbride's son was born into MOVE which was 10 years after the most deadly police confrontation with MOVE on May 13, 1985. Move Bombing" in 1985. Maria's public statement The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

6 weeks before JOHN GILBRIDE is shot dead, he is awarded the unsupervised visitation with his 6 year old son Zackary that has been fought in the Family Court of Philadelphia event hough John, Alberta and Zackary all live in New Jersey. This final order by the Judge crosses a red line for John's ex-wife, the leader of MOVE (alleged to by former members to be a cult). It is said that Alberta considers the court order to be a personal defeat and a direct attack on MOVE and so under her leadership, MOVE goes into full confrontation mode and the city of Philadelphia is having a terrifying deja vu of May 13, 1985. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*Content Warning: this episode contains allegations of child neglect and child abuse. Please take care while listening. JOHN GILBRIDE leaves MOVE and his wife Alberta Africa, the leader of MOVE, in 1998 when he is 30 years old, Alberta is 50 years old and their son Zackary is 2 years old. For the next 4 years John will battle Alberta and the entire MOVE organization in public and in family court. With never-before-seen court transcripts you will hear what it was like for John Gilbride to battle a cult in court for the right to see his own son. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

*CONTENT WARNING - domestic abuse/violence and homophobic slurs. John Gilbride was a victim of cultic abuse and control inside of MOVE and according to Mario Hardy (formerly Mario Africa) John was also a battered husband who finally escaped MOVE only to resurface and take Alberta to court which was seen as an act of war against MOVE. This is the first time former MOVE member MARIO AFRICA has ever told this story because he himself has feared MOVE retaliation and disconnection from his two children born into MOVE. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence you can find help and resources through the National Domestic Violence Hotline (www.thehotline.org) 1-800-799-SAFE. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

It was a rainy night in 2002 when ex-MOVE member John Gilbride arrives home to his apartment at RYAN'S RUN in Maple Shade, New Jersey and is shot dead in his car. Who would want to kill him? In this episode we take you along to the scene of the crime as we try to figure out who might have murdered John and how they have gotten away with it for more than 20 years. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

No one joins a cult. 17 year old John Gilbride gets lured into MOVE in the summer of 1985 after the deadly confrontation with police that resulted in a fire that destroyed 61 homes and took the lives of 6 adult MOVE members and 5 children who were inside MOVE headquarters on May 13, 1985. It would be years later when John's parents even discover that he has become a MOVE member which prompts them to seek out cult interventionists in the hopes of getting John to leave MOVE before it is too late. Joe Kelley Cult Interventionist International Cultic Studies Association Cult News 101 Cult Recovery Psychology Today article on Coercive Control The Manchurian Candidate (1962) - Red Queen The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

The crowds at John Gilbride's wake had the funeral director asking if he was someone famous, maybe a major league baseball player. John was a regular guy like by everyone but he before he died he was keeping his personal life a secret because it involved a notorious local organization known as MOVE. The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

After decades of fear and silencing, members born into MOVE come forward with allegations that their "revolutionary family" is a cult that abused, terrorized and threatened them. Pixie Africa, daughter of globally known MOVE and Mumia Abu Jamal spokesperson Pam Africa, is escaping with her 5 children and shared her life story in order to expose the group so that she can leave without retaliation. Leaving MOVE blog with group statement The producers of this podcast wish to stress that all individuals reference in this series are presumed innocent unless or until they are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law in the United States of America. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

Kevin got into the Philadelphia based group known as MOVE at at the age of 14 because he wanted to fight for equality and justice. Now, 24 years later Kevin is betraying MOVE by going public putting himself and his family at risk. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.

34 year old John Gilbride was murdered on September 2002 and to this day the case is unsolved. Many people claim this case will never be solved because John was once a member of the radical group known as MOVE. This series will take you down the dark and twisty investigative rabbits holes that will expose the true nature and history of The Move Organization as a deceptive, violent cult with a history of silencing critics. Support the show Executive Produced, reported, hosted, and edited by Beth McNamara Additional research by Robert Helms Murder At Ryan's Run Instagram Facebook Page Podcast Press If you have questions, comments, tips, or media inquiries, please reach out on social media or via email: murderatryansrun@gmail.com All individuals referenced in this podcast are presumed to be innocent unless or until they are found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a United States court of law.