Ep75: The Waco Siege, feat Nick Shadeggs
Oldmate and Josh are back for an electrifying deep dive into one of the most shocking and explosive moments in modern American history: the Waco Siege. From the mysterious origins of the Branch Davidians to the intense 51-day stand that culminated in fire and fierce controversy, this episode strips away myths, media spin, and hindsight bias. Joined by Nick Shadeggs, we unravel how ideology, authority, fear, and flawed decisions collided with catastrophic results. Together, we uncover what went wrong, the lessons ignored, and why Waco continues to resonate today in debates about government power, belief systems, and accountability.
Mastermind of Politics
Nick Schadegg is a mate of the show who somehow manages to make politics both interesting and slightly dangerous for the group chat. With a sharp mind for the big ideas shaping the world and a healthy distrust of nonsense, Nick has a talent for explaining complex political issues in a way that makes you laugh, think, and occasionally question your life choices. Around the Oldmate & Josh table he’s the unofficial “politics department” — the guy who can break down policy one minute and immediately pivot to ripping into the boys the next. Thoughtful, quick-witted, and always good for a spicy take, Nick is proof that politics doesn’t have to be boring… it just has to survive the chirp.
