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#1759 - Oliver Stone

NaN minutesEpisode #1759

Oliver Stone is a film director, producer, and screenwriter whose credits include "Platoon," "JFK," and "Wall Street." His new documentary, "JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass," is currently available on SHOWTIME.

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Key Takeaways

Kennedy's presidency marked a turning point in U.S. military policy.

His efforts to curb military power resonate in today's political climate.

The concept of 'deep state' reflects ongoing distrust in government institutions.

This distrust can significantly impact public perception and policy decisions.

Eisenhower's warning about the military industrial complex remains relevant today.

Highlights ongoing concerns about military influence on U.S. policy.

Kennedy's approach to Vietnam reflected conflicting pressures and realities.

Demonstrates the challenges leaders face in balancing public opinion and military advice.

The U.S. government had complex plans for regime change in Cuba.

Understanding these plans helps contextualize current U.S.-Cuba relations.

Episode Timestamps

  • Exploring the Legacy of JFK and U.S. Military Power

    • Discussion on JFK's challenges to military and intelligence agencies during his presidency.
    • Analysis of the U.S.'s growing military power and its implications since 1963.
    • Insight into the ongoing debates about democracy and the influence of money in politics.
  • Kennedy's Foreign Policy and the Military Industrial Complex

    • Eisenhower warned about the military industrial complex in his speeches.
    • Kennedy faced complex challenges in Vietnam, Cuba, and the Cold War.
    • The impact of nuclear weapons and military planning shaped U.S. foreign policy.
  • Exploring U.S. Government's Role in Cuban Assassination Plots

    • Operation Northwoods exemplifies U.S. government's historical manipulation for foreign intervention.
    • Kennedy's administration faced immense pressure regarding Cuba, complicating policy decisions.
    • Cuban anti-Castro sentiments were manipulated by various U.S. intelligence operations.
  • Exploring the Conspiracy Theories Surrounding JFK's Assassination

    • Discussion on CIA's involvement in Kennedy's assassination and subsequent cover-ups.
    • Analysis of the 'magic bullet' theory and its implications for public trust.
    • Examination of the historical context of Vietnam and Indonesia in U.S. foreign policy.
  • Exploring CIA's Covert Operations and Historical Impact

    • Discussion on the CIA's historical covert operations and their consequences.
    • Controversy surrounding the effectiveness and morality of the CIA's actions.
    • Reflections on the need for intelligence reform and transparency.
  • Exploring the Controversies Surrounding JFK's Assassination

    • Discussion on the potential manipulation during JFK's autopsy and its implications.
    • Insights into eyewitness accounts and discrepancies in the official narrative.
    • Speculation about the involvement of powerful individuals in the assassination.
  • Exploring the Complexities of the Kennedy Assassination

    • Witness accounts highlight confusion and differing narratives surrounding the assassination.
    • Connections between various figures and covert operations complicate the assassination story.
    • The investigation raises questions about evidence handling and narrative consistency.
  • Exploring the Conspiracy Theories Surrounding the Kennedy Assassination

    • Discussion on the skepticism surrounding the official narrative of JFK's assassination.
    • Mention of influential books that provide insight into Kennedy's foreign policy.
    • Critique of mainstream media's handling of conspiracy theories and historical events.

People Mentioned

John F. Kennedy

President of the United States, 35th President of the United States, Former U.S. President

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Former U.S. President

Robert Kennedy

Attorney General

Richard Helms

Former Director of CIA

Lyndon B. Johnson

President of the United States

General Curtis LeMay

Military Leader

Jack Ruby

Nightclub owner, assassin of Lee Harvey Oswald

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Lee Harvey Oswald

Alleged assassin of JFK

Places Mentioned

Cuba

Country

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Books Mentioned

Camelot

Seymour Hersh

Best Evidence

David Lifton

Chaos

Tom O'Neill

Brothers

David Talbot

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JFK Unspeakable

James Douglas

Notable Quotes

"Kennedy was the last one trying to curb [military power]"

Discussing Kennedy's efforts against military influence.

"State exists to fight perpetual war and prepare for war"

Analyzing the U.S. military's role since WWII.

"Eisenhower wanted to go to Cuba, Eisenhower wanted to go to Laos."

Discussing Eisenhower's military decisions and intentions.

"Kennedy shocked came office relatively realist get elected wanted talked harder line."

Analyzing Kennedy's foreign policy approach upon entering office.

"Well, also know talk people conspiracies bring operation northwood's say know one went jail."

Discussing the lack of accountability for Operation Northwoods.

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