19 Disturbing Details on Cult ‘Prophet’ Samuel Bateman in New Netflix Doc
19 Disturbing Details on Cult ‘Prophet’ Samuel Bateman in New Netflix Doc  
Podcast: Law&Crime Sidebar
Published On: Fri Apr 24 2026
Description: A new Netflix docuseries pulls back the curtain on self-proclaimed FLDS cult “prophet” Samuel Bateman, revealing how he built a secretive polygamist group that spiraled into shocking allegations of child abuse. The series highlights the courageous work of Christine Marie and Tolga Katas, who gained Bateman’s trust and secretly documented his inner circle — ultimately helping authorities take action. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the key evidence, disturbing claims, and how the case against Bateman came together.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Go to http://www.gamingadvocates.com to start your free, confidential case evaluation.HOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.