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The Why Files: Operation Podcast
560: Operation Gladio | How The Mob Financed The CIA's Secret Army
Jul 9, 2024
The podcast delves into Operation Gladio, a secret CIA army in Europe, funded by untraceable drug money. It explores the recruitment of Nazis, collaboration between the Mafia and government agencies, and the Vatican's involvement in criminal activities. The episode also discusses conspiracy theories surrounding the Kennedy assassinations and mysterious phenomena like staged moon landings and hidden underground facilities.
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- The CIA collaborated with the Mafia in illicit drug trafficking, revealing a complex web of alliances.
- Former Nazi scientists recruited by the US engaged in unethical actions and atrocities for scientific advancement.
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The Connection Between the Mafia and the US Government
The podcast uncovered a surprising connection between the Mafia and the US government, revealing how the head of the Mafia's National Crime Syndicate, Lucky Luciano, was discovered bringing a half-ton shipment of heroin into the US with the help of the CIA. This collaboration raised eyebrows as it contradicted the traditional stance of the mob against drug dealing, presenting a complex web of alliances and motivations.
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