Nephilim Death Squad - Episode 206: "The Secret Gift That Made Raven Cry"
Podcast: Nephilim Death Squad
Hosts: TopLobsta & David Lee Corbo (“Raven”)
Producer: Nancy
Date: September 2, 2025
Episode Theme:
This episode is a classic Nephilim Death Squad blend of biblical conspiracy discussion, irreverent humor, pop culture deep-dives, and live interaction. The hosts riff on occult symbolism in video games, explore viral internet conspiracy content, and introduce a new fan-favorite segment featuring wild TikToks forwarded by TopLobsta’s mom. Unexpectedly, the episode takes a heartfelt turn with a surprise “secret gift” that triggers genuine emotion in Raven.
Main Segments & Key Discussions
1. Show Opening & Housekeeping
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[01:41] Live Energy & Audience Call-Outs:
- Raven and TopLobsta open with trademark banter, meta-commenting on “camera angles” and their audience’s supposed poverty:
- "I've got the big bucks, go to patreon.com/nephilimdeathsquad... Say 'No, Top and Raven, I’m not poor. Here’s some money' and we’ll go ‘Wow. Were we wrong?’" – David Lee Corbo [02:21]
- Raven and TopLobsta open with trademark banter, meta-commenting on “camera angles” and their audience’s supposed poverty:
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[03:53] Merch Shoutouts:
- Discussion of new T-shirts and the introduction of a random Hawaiian shirt drop:
- "You buy one and we give you a random one... you get what you get." – TopLobsta
- Discussion of new T-shirts and the introduction of a random Hawaiian shirt drop:
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Producer Nancy is introduced with running jokes about her technical difficulties, becoming a recurring personality throughout the show.
2. The Secret Gift Game
- [05:00] Teasing Raven:
- TopLobsta threatens to gift Raven "something he definitely wants," building suspense with deliberate vagueness and playful "behavioral" conditions.
- Eventually hints it might be an iconic old iPod Video loaded with music, comedy ensues about obsolete Apple tech.
- "It's an old iPad video that I found recently..." – TopLobsta [06:30]
3. Resident Evil 8 & Occult Symbolism in Gaming
- [08:24] Biblical Themes in Pop Culture:
- Raven recounts playing Resident Evil 8, noticing overt Nephilim and angelic symbolism, leading to larger questions about video game narratives:
- "Resident Evil 8 is filled with nephilim shit... at one point, [a character] busts out like six black wings, like a biblically accurate angel, and they're worshiping her..." – David Lee Corbo [11:58]
- Insights on Capcom’s Devil May Cry, noting its direct references to Nephilim, the Tower of Babel, and blending Christian and conspiracy lore [15:26].
- "Devil May Cry is the same as Resident Evil... you're a Nephilim... your brother is also a Nephilim... and a dude is trying to erect the Tower of Babel..." – David [15:58]
- Raven recounts playing Resident Evil 8, noticing overt Nephilim and angelic symbolism, leading to larger questions about video game narratives:
4. Viral Video Breakdown: Blackout Conspiracies & Occult Claims
a. TikTok Clip: 'Demonic Rituals and the Three-Seater McLaren'
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[17:31] The hosts react to a viral interview about Hollywood "demonic rituals"—including wild claims about Leonardo DiCaprio and sexual initiation rites in order to "get rich."
- "Leonardo DiCaprio do all the initiation..." – Unknown Video Speaker [19:06]
- Running joke: the integrity and fashion of the "three-seater McLaren" seem more important than the alleged conspiracy [24:32].
- "Dude, you have to mention that the three-seater McLaren is pertinent information..." – David [24:35]
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[23:02] Host Commentary:
- "Why would you let Leonardo DiCaprio peg you? He has a penis..." – David [23:06]
- "This is a Christian show. We gotta clean up the show..." – TopLobsta [23:19]
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[28:34] Sociological Snark:
- Hosts spiral into jokes about "levels of the occult" and social climbing, with heavy satirical commentary on the absurdity of the claims.
- "This is equality. You can get to the top, you can worship the devil… congratulations!" – TopLobsta [29:08]
b. Audience Chat & META Banter
- [29:19, 30:14] Frequent asides to chat participants, with ongoing jabs at trolls and long-running in-jokes about Raven’s hairline and audience accusations of racism.
5. The Emotional Centerpiece: The “Secret Gift” Reveal
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[32:47] Gift Reveal:
- After extended banter, TopLobsta surprises Raven with a stack of vintage Pokémon cards (including rare holos like Blastoise, Moltres, Ancient Mew, Electabuzz promo).
- Raven is visibly moved, voice cracking:
- "I feel like my eyes are welling up... Thank you. I can't believe that, bro. That Blastoise is... that's my favorite card." – David [34:09]
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Emotional Transparency & Male Nostalgia
- "Does it fill in the emptiness your father left?" – TopLobsta [35:21]
- "Oh, no, that's a tall ticket to fill..." – David
6. Quickfire: Music, Gaming & Twitch-Style Content
- [35:51] TopLobsta Returns to Guitar:
- Announces intention to return to guitar, possibly for show content.
- [36:47] Discussion of Practice & Tutorials:
- [37:15] Extended Video React
- Further gaming and meme content, circling back to prior topics.
7. Conspiracy Current Events & Cryptid Silliness
a. Shane Cashman, Bigfoot, and Fake Cryptids
- [47:23–54:48]
- Visit to a website claiming to have a genuine Bigfoot corpse at the NY State Fair.
- Extreme skepticism, as visuals are clearly AI/fake; Nancy dismisses it outright:
- "It's not real." – Nancy [52:26]
- "It looks so fake. Why does this face look like it's made of spaghetti?" – David [52:03]
b. Hulk Hogan Murder Conspiracy
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- Hosts riff on a new "Hulk Hogan was murdered" rumor.
- "I want to believe that he was murdered. I don't want to believe that a man who was clearly the peak of male fitness would have just expired by natural causes." – David [62:05]
- Extended banter about wrestling, Vince McMahon, and the spectacle of modern “sports entertainment.”
8. Messages From Mom - New Segment
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[83:44] Introduction:
- New recurring bit: reviewing wild videos sent by TopLobsta’s mother via TikTok.
- Ranges from TikTok anti-vax wildness, prepping advice, to viral black comedy and boomers sending AI nonsense.
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[85:07, 88:14] Mountain Dew "Baja Midnight" Blackout Conspiracy
- A TikTok claims Mountain Dew, Taco Bell, and Rosie O’Donnell are telegraphing a coming US blackout.
- "I am tired about being right about this Mountain Dew conspiracy because we’re about to have a blackout, remember?" – Maverick Approach TikTok [85:09]
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[93:47] Parenting Paranoia:
- Banter about conspiracy theorist moms sharing endless fear-mongering content and paranoia about food, swimming, etc.
- "You just live in a state of crying and being scared and crying and being scared..." – David
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[102:43] Screen Time Boomer Wisdom:
- Classic "Take away your kids' phones" TikTok from a Ben Affleck lookalike.
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[104:36] Ms. Rachel & Kidfluence:
- TikTok rundown on multimillion-dollar kids YouTubers (Ms. Rachel, Blippi, Ryan).
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Notable Quotes from the Segment:
- "Every time she sends you something, like, I’ve had this guy on the show..." – David [104:17]
- "Take away your mom’s phone." – Chat participant after cringey boomer video [105:01]
9. Medical, Political & AI Content Banter
- [119:10] Alex Jones & Confrontation Compilation
- Brief react to a clip of Alex Jones confronting an NIH official about COVID deaths:
- "20-plus million people dead from those shots. Wow, Chris, how does it feel to kill more people than...?" – Alex Jones
- [123:48] Boomer Conspiracy/Troll Video
- AI “deepfake” spoof segment purporting to show a governor explaining why he put tampons in the boys' bathroom. Hosts and Nancy roast its authenticity.
Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps):
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On Occult Symbolism in Media:
- "Dude, this whole thing is, like, really on its face..." – David [12:05]
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On TikTok’s Hollywood Occultism:
- "Leonardo DiCaprio do all the initiation..." – TikTok video [19:06]
- "This is equality... You can get to the top. You could worship the devil..." – TopLobsta [29:08]
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Surprising Raven with Pokémon Cards:
- "That Blastoise is... that’s my favorite card. That’s my favorite card." – Raven [34:55]
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Messages from Mom Segment:
- "Take the friggin' phones away from them." – Boomer TikTok [102:40]
- "All we do is watch these things and get mad at how much better they're doing than us." – David [114:56]
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Nancy’s Consistent Vibe:
- "No." – Nancy’s skeptical refrain regarding conspiracy claims (multiple, e.g. [99:52])
Timestamps for Key Segments
- [01:41] – Show begins, Raven & TopLobsta intro, patreon pitch
- [08:24] – Resident Evil 8 & biblical gaming analysis
- [17:31] – Viral TikTok of “demonic rituals” in Hollywood
- [32:47] – Pokémon card “Secret Gift” reveal – emotional moment
- [47:23–54:48] – Shane Cashman, Bigfoot, and cryptid conspiracy content
- [59:12] – Hulk Hogan murder conspiracy riff
- [83:44] – “Messages From Mom” segment launches
- [85:07, 88:14] – Mountain Dew “blackout” conspiracy TikTok
- [102:43] – Boomer “no screens” parenting TikTok
- [119:10] – Alex Jones/NIH confront
- [123:48] – AI deepfake troll video: “tampons in boys' bathroom”
- [127:32] – Show wrap, reflection on generational differences in conspiracy consumption
Flow, Style & Tone
The episode is an improvisational ride packed with irony, meta-commentary, and comedic critique of online conspiracy culture. The language is raw (“This is a Christian show!” is a running gag), interlaced with nostalgia (Pokémon cards, early iPod tech) and biting takes on how social media shapes collective paranoia.
The dynamic between Raven and TopLobsta vacillates between fraternal affection and aggressive roasting, creating LOL moments punctuated by real tenderness, notably around the “Secret Gift.” Producer Nancy is an effective recurring foil, injecting dry skepticism or confusion at key moments.
For First-Time Listeners
This episode is prototypical Nephilim Death Squad:
- Expect irreverent, rapid-fire banter blending deep-dive conspiracy analysis and stoner tangents.
- “Messages from Mom” quickly becomes a highlight, perfectly blending generational divides and the cringe/fascination with viral internet content.
- The show’s heart and emotional resonance—especially around nostalgia—set it apart from more cynical or detached conspiracy podcasts.
Concluding Thoughts
"206: The Secret Gift That Made Raven Cry" is a rich, chaotic, and sneakily heartfelt episode, perfect for both deep fans and newbies. Whether you’re in it for serious conspiracy commentary or wild, sometimes juvenile, always entertaining cultural critique, this entry is a strong representation of what makes Nephilim Death Squad an underground favorite.
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