Bonus Episode 10 - The Neverending Rabbit Hole: the Life and Times of Alexander Guterma pt. 2, feat. Boyd Beaver
Apr 10, 2024
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Expert Boyd Beaver and host dissect Alexander Guterma's business ties, RFK's war on IG Farben, mafia conflicts, political blackmail rings, Resorts International, diamond mining, and more. Touches on Howard Hughes, drug trafficking, and Roswell connections.
Guterma's diverse business ventures linked to RFK's proxy war against IG Farben and mafia connections.
Ted Lewin's colorful past included nightclub ownership, gunrunning, and drug trafficking in Japan.
Deep dives
Gueterma's Business Ventures and Connectors
Gueterma was involved in numerous business ventures and had connections with various individuals who played significant roles in his activities. He lived in Greenwich, Connecticut, known for its wealth and association with old money. His involvement with Ted Lewin, a nightclub owner with a colorful past that included rescuing children and running organized crime activities, highlighted their shared ventures, such as running guns together. Additionally, Gueterma's association with Isa Curving Davidson, a lobbyist tied to multiple questionable dealings, hinted at a network of potentially dubious connections that extended to the merchants and other influential figures.
Ted Lewin's Intriguing Background
Ted Lewin, a figure intertwined in Gueterma's dealings, had a fascinating background marked by diverse experiences. Lewin began as a nightclub owner in Los Angeles before his involvement in rescuing children, running organized crime activities, and even being suspected in a murder case with uranium found in a car. He displayed resourcefulness during his time in Japanese prison camps, where he ran a gambling operation and was eventually rewarded with a Medal of Freedom for his wartime actions. Lewin's ventures extended into running casinos in the Far East, earning him the nickname 'Meyer Lansky of the Far East' due to his syndicate connections and involvement in trafficking drugs, including crystal meth.
Guetarma's Legal Troubles and SEC Crackdown
Gueterma faced legal challenges, particularly an SEC crackdown on his financial dealings. This event signaled potential trouble in his business operations, raising questions about the legality and transparency of his financial transactions. The SEC scrutiny shed light on possible irregularities in Gueterma's business practices and financial dealings, hinting at a deeper layer of complexity in his activities and relationships. As his legal issues unfolded, Gueterma's connections, especially with figures like Ted Lewin and Isa Curving Davidson, came under increased scrutiny.
The Trujillo Affair and Guetarma's Involvement
Gueterma's entanglement in the Trujillo affair introduced a new dimension to his already complex web of associations. The podcast delved into Gueterma's connections to the Trujillo regime and the implications of his involvement in this controversial affair. The episode uncovered the intricate ties between Gueterma and significant political figures, shedding light on the extent of his influence and interactions with powerful individuals. Gueterma's role in the Trujillo affair hinted at a deeper political entanglement that added layers of intrigue to his already multifaceted persona.
[originally published on Patreon Jan 20, 2022; for the retarded theory that Guterma was a tulpa, see Penny Royal's episodes]
Boyd and I go through the rest of Guterma's business holdings. This included United Chemical and Dye, which leads us right into the nexus of the RFK Department of Justice's proxy war against IG Farben via General Aniline and Film Corporation, as well as their fight against the mafia, Hoffa, and Roy Cohn. Sam Garfield comes back up which links to Big Oil, as well as Ted Llewellyn, as well as Walter Winchell and Drew Pearson.
Along the way, we touch on political blackmail rings, Resorts International, diamond mining, and Llewellyn's network of nightclubs in the US, the Philippines and Japan, the Roswell connection, Uranium trading. Howard Hughes, gunrunning, drug trafficking in Japan, the Connecticut connection, and Trevor Moore.
Songs:
Birthday Cake for Everyone by My Name is Ian
US Mills - the Mountain Goats
It's Time for Guillotines by Trevor Moore
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