Crimen y Justicia: A Bold Exploration of La Luz del Mundo's Dark Legacy
Crimen y Justicia: A Deep Dive into La Luz del Mundo's Legacy
In a groundbreaking move, reVolver Podcasts has rolled out a captivating investigative series titled Crimen y Justicia, which embarks on an immersive journey into the complex history of La Luz del Mundo, a religious institution that has been at the center of numerous allegations of abuse and manipulation for nearly a century. The series, designed for a Spanish-speaking audience, integrates compelling first-person narratives, rigorous journalism, and extensive public records to illuminate the dark underbelly of a movement originally founded in 1926.
The inaugural episodes focus on the dramatic arrest of Naasón Joaquín García, the leader of La Luz del Mundo, in 2019 on charges related to child exploitation and pornography—a revelation that sent shockwaves through Mexico and beyond, highlighting the immense power wielded by this organization, often described by former adherents as an all-encompassing authority over its followers’ lives.
Unmasking the Influences Behind La Luz del Mundo
The podcast recounts the church's origin story, linking it to its founder, Aarón Joaquín, whose charisma and reach have allowed the institution to amass significant influence over time. This rise to power has attracted scrutiny and allegations, particularly from those who describe the church’s internal culture as one of absolute control, pressuring members to adhere to its strict doctrines while operating in a parallel system of spiritual and economic power that targets low-income families, primarily in Guadalajara.
During its run, Crimen y Justicia revisits critical instances, including the 1997 investigation revealing a shadowy