#1459 - Tom O'Neill

Episode Timestamps

• 00:00:00

  Investigation on Manson Murders Origins

  • Book titled 'Chaos Charles Manson... and the secret history of the 60s' sheds light on lesser-known facts about Manson murders
  • Author spent 20 years researching after initially declining an article on Manson
  • Spiral into researching shocked author, leading to a 220-page book proposal exposing hidden details
• 00:02:19

  Manson's Leniency and CIA Involvement

  • Manson portrayed as part of a CIA program by the author
  • Connections found between Manson's parole officer and drug research clinic involvement
  • Author highlights leniency from law enforcement and government, hinting Manson's violent turn
• 00:13:08

  MK Ultra Program - Creating Hypno Program Assassins

  • Originally started as Bluebird in 1948, morphed into Artichoke, then became MK Ultra in 1952 by the CIA
  • Objective was to create hypno program assassins - people who would kill on command
  • Main goal was to control people's behavior through drugs and hypnotism
  • Roger Smith supervised Manson, who embodied what the MK Ultra program was trying to achieve
• 00:15:11

  Uncovering MK Ultra - Whistleblower & the Hate Ashbury Project

  • Senators held hearings in the 70s leading to CIA admitting involvement in MK Ultra
  • Whistleblower John Marks exposed the program through financial records found in a warehouse
  • Involvement of Jolly West in MK Ultra and his experiments at the Hate Ashbury Project in 1967
• 00:25:40

  Jimmy Shaver Case: A Tragic Murder Mystery

  • A three-year-old girl went missing from a bar parking lot on July 4th, 1954, during a heatwave.
  • Airman Jimmy Shaver, who had no memory of the crime, was accused of raping and killing the girl.
  • Dr. Jolly West, a psychiatrist, extracted false memories from Shaver using sodium pentathol, linking this case to unethical experiments.
• 00:27:55

  Experimental Treatments and Memory Manipulation

  • Shaver received experimental treatments for severe migraines at Lackland Air Force Base, where he had hallucinations of his victim.
  • Dr. Jolly West developed technology to replace true memories with false ones, indicating unethical experimentation.
  • Speculation arises over the possibility of Shaver being induced into committing the crime through MK Ultra techniques.
• 00:39:43

  Roger Smith's Involvement with Manson and the Legal System

  • Roger Smith spent time at Jolie at prison where Manson was speculated to be experimented on
  • Smith's dual role as parole officer and potential involvement in Manson's activities
  • Controversy surrounding the treatment of Manson's associates by legal authorities
• 00:41:47

  Co-intel Pro and Chaos: FBI and CIA Operations

  • Introduction to Co-intel Pro and Chaos programs by the FBI and CIA in the 60s
  • Objectives of these covert operations to influence left-wing movements and revolutionary efforts
  • Impact of these programs on various activist groups and their suspicions of infiltration
• 00:55:04

  Manson Family's Plan for Race War and Helter Skelter Philosophy

  • Manson believed in initiating a race war where his followers would emerge triumphant.
  • Discussion of murders at the Tate House orchestrated by Manson to incite a race war.
  • Motivation behind the murders linked to sparking a revolution and blaming the Black Panthers.
• 00:57:11

  Revealing Off-the-Record Information about Tate House Tape

  • Off-the-record revelation by Vince Bulliose regarding a crucial tape found at the Tate House after murders.
  • Contradiction in the official narrative about the content of the tape involving Sharon Tate.
  • Exploration of discrepancies leading to further investigations on related events and motives.
• 01:06:52

  Investigation Revelation: Rudy - Key Witness, Sharon's Tape, Terry Dennis Wilson, Greg Jacobson

  • Received call from source Rudy, a key witness who owned the house of the murders
  • Sharon shared important tape upon return from Europe before giving birth
  • Terry Dennis Wilson, Greg Jacobson, and Vince involved in mysterious conversations
• 01:08:40

  Contentious Encounters: Vince's Threats, Book Deal Saga, Legal Disputes

  • Vince's contradictory statements and threats during discussions, impacting book reveal
  • Challenges faced in finalizing the book due to legal battles with Penguin Press
  • Resilience portrayed by the author amid threats, legal battles, and delays
• 01:18:30

  Eric Olson's Pursuit of His Father's Possible Murder by the CIA

  • The documentary project involving Eric Olson's pursuit of investigating his father's mysterious death in 1954.
  • The collaboration with filmmaker Errol Morris to develop the story of Frank Olson became a central focus.
  • The decision to walk away from the project despite financial implications to maintain creative control and vision.
• 01:22:52

  Unveiling a 20-Year Investigation: Confronting Setbacks and Sharing Important Discoveries

  • The journey of investigative journalist facing challenges but persevering over a 20-year investigation.
  • The realization of compiling crucial findings and collaborating with a younger writer to complete the project effectively.
  • The liberating feeling of finally publishing the book after years of dedication and setbacks, bringing a sense of closure.
• 01:31:06

  Dr. Jolly West and the Examination of Jack Ruby

  • Dr. Jolly West inserts himself into the Jack Ruby case through connections with Ruby's new lawyer, Winston Smith
  • Ruby is examined by West in the Dallas County Jail, where West announces Ruby's psychotic break with visual and auditory hallucinations
  • Ruby's babbling incoherently during his Warren Commission testimony raises questions of his mental state
• 01:33:08

  Ruby's Connections and CIA Involvement

  • Jack Ruby's connections to organized crime and suspicions of anti-Castro efforts come to light
  • The House Select Committee on Assassinations concludes a probable conspiracy in Kennedy's assassination involving Ruby
  • The relationship between Ruby's actions and the efforts to silence Oswald is explored, implicating CIA involvement
• 01:45:25

  Kennedy Assassination Theories and Investigation

  • Debate over the number of bullet fragments in Connelly's body and the controversial magic bullet theory
  • Connection between Ruby, Oswald, West, and Specter in the Kennedy assassination investigation
  • Different descriptions of shots and injuries during Kennedy's assassination and the scrutiny of the Warren Commission findings
• 01:47:22

  Reeve Woodson's Infiltration of the Manson Family

  • Reeve Woodson's role in infiltrating Manson family before the murders with a claim of missed opportunity to prevent them
  • Woodson's mysterious life, family, and right-wing background, as well as his involvement in investigation with Tate's father
  • Discovery of a picture of Woodson dressed as a hippie and the speculation around his connection with Manson family
• 01:57:33

  David Smith's LSD Research Project

  • David Smith conducted an amphetamine research project in 1968 and 1969.
  • Research aimed to understand the effects of LSD on personality change and chromosomal studies.
  • Clinic funded by the government, conducted volunteer testing for personality traits and ideological changes post-LSD trips.
• 01:59:24

  Clinic Scandal and Legal Compromises

  • Clinic misrepresented as a nonprofit health care facility but was actually a research center funded by the government.
  • Research performed on susceptible individuals, blending in with runaway kids and hippies.
  • Potential legal ramifications and lack of follow-up from media and subjects involved.
• 02:09:51

  Vince Buleosy's Stalking Incident at DA's Office

  • Vince stalked the milkman, mistaking him for his wife, using DA's investigators.
  • Meeting held between Vince, milkman, milkman's wife, and Mrs. Buleosi at the DA's office.
  • Vince offered to pay the milkman, but the latter refused and threatened to go public.
  • Vince's questionable actions lead to him being assigned the Tate-LaBianca trial.
• 02:11:59

  Vince Buleosy's Controversial Affairs and Legal Issues

  • Vince had an affair with Virginia Cardwell, resulting in a violent confrontation regarding abortion.
  • Vince engaged in coercive tactics to cover up his actions involving Virginia Cardwell.
  • Accusations of perjury, manipulation, and lying under oath in various legal matters.
• 02:22:01

  Manson's Secret Life Unveiled

  • Manson's vulnerabilities exploited due to psychiatric issues in his wife's family.
  • Revelation of Manson's hidden family and mistress for 30 years.
  • Investigation into Manson's possible vulnerability to manipulation through psychiatric factors.
• 02:23:56

  LSD Research and Manson Connection

  • Discussion on early LSD research and personality changes in individuals.
  • Exploration of a community's deep-sea diving experiments and early LSD access.
  • Connection between Tex Watson, Manson, and LSD researchers prior to the murders.
• 02:34:59

  RFK Assassination: Investigative Connections and Unrevealed Details

  • Investigation and prosecution of Robert Kennedy's assassination tied to sarhan and amnesia
  • Connections between sarhan's presence in the pantry and fear factor filming at the hotel
  • Crucifix marking the spot where Robert Kennedy fell and the transformation of the location into a public school
• 02:36:52

  Mystery Surrounding Lobby Anchor Killings and Family Dynamics

  • Theory of random targeting in the lobby anchor killings by Manson family
  • Revealed debts and family meeting of the victim lino raising suspicions of being the target
  • Evidence indicating deliberate cutting of wires at Jay's house before the tragic events
• 02:47:24

  Bill Boyd's Revelation About Charles Watson and Manson Murders

  • Bill Boyd shared information about Charles Watson's involvement in the Manson murders and other connected crimes.
  • Challenged by secrecy and legal hurdles in accessing crucial audio tapes containing significant details.
  • Bill Boyd's unexpected reaction and subsequent actions revealed contentious interests and possible cover-ups.
• 02:49:19

  The Elusive Truth Behind Manson Tapes and Legal Battles

  • Struggles to access the tapes escalated with legal battles and resistance from involved parties.
  • Trustee's stipulations and Watson's objections led to complex court battles and media scrutiny.
  • Public interest and implications surrounding the withheld tapes, reflecting a narrative of hidden truths and ongoing controversies.