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#236 - Operation Mongoose: Inside CIA's Failed Mafia Conspiracy to Kill Castro | Tom Maier

Julian Dorey Podcast

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Mafia, CIA, and the Cold War: Intertwined Histories

This chapter discusses the speaker's writing journey, focusing on their books about the Kennedys and their connections to organized crime figures like Johnny Roselli and Sam Giancana. It delves into the covert operations of the CIA during the Cold War, particularly their collaboration with the Mafia in attempts to assassinate Fidel Castro. The narrative highlights the significant influence of organized crime on American politics and culture during the Kennedy era, raising questions about government accountability and historical legacy.

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