The Disciples: 3. The compound

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TB Joshua’s new disciples Rae and Anneka leave behind their lives in England to follow the prophet, along with other young people from around the world. Isolated and sleep deprived, life is tough for the disciples but the only thing that matters to them is following Jesus – and TB Joshua is their passage. Outside of the closed compound in Lagos, Nigeria, people are noticing that something is wrong. Hosts Charlie Northcott and Yemisi Adegoke unravel a story of miracles, faith and manipulation, carried out by one of the most powerful religious figures of the century.

Please note, some episodes in this season of World of Secrets contain graphic descriptions of sexual and physical violence, including sexual assault, rape and the language associated with it.

If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country. For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline

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The Disciples: 3. The compound

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What Was It Like To Live As A Disciple At The Synagogue Church Of All Nations In Lagos?

How Did The Disciples Navigate Life Inside The Compound And What Were The Rules They Lived By?

Who Was Bisola And What Role Did She Play Within The Church Hierarchy?

How Did Sleep Deprivation And Constant Surveillance Impact The Disciples' Lives In The Compound?

How Did TB Joshua's Teachings And The Compound Environment Shape The Disciples' Perception Of The Outside World?

How Did The Culture Of Spying And Confession Affect The Relationships Among The Disciples?

What Were The Experiences Of Disciples Like Ray Who Underwent Conversion Therapy At The Compound?

How Did TB Joshua Utilize The Disciples, Especially Westerners, To Promote The Church?

How Did The Disciples' Physical And Mental States Deteriorate Under The Compound's Regimen, And What Were The Long-Term Impacts?

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Chapters

What Was It Like To Live As A Disciple At The Synagogue Church Of All Nations In Lagos?

How Did The Disciples Navigate Life Inside The Compound And What Were The Rules They Lived By?

Who Was Bisola And What Role Did She Play Within The Church Hierarchy?

How Did Sleep Deprivation And Constant Surveillance Impact The Disciples' Lives In The Compound?

How Did TB Joshua's Teachings And The Compound Environment Shape The Disciples' Perception Of The Outside World?

How Did The Culture Of Spying And Confession Affect The Relationships Among The Disciples?

What Were The Experiences Of Disciples Like Ray Who Underwent Conversion Therapy At The Compound?

How Did TB Joshua Utilize The Disciples, Especially Westerners, To Promote The Church?

How Did The Disciples' Physical And Mental States Deteriorate Under The Compound's Regimen, And What Were The Long-Term Impacts?

Shownotes Transcript

The Disciples: 3. The compound