The Pete Quiñones Show

Episode 1193: The Dulles Brothers and the Founding of the CIA w/ Philos Miscellany and Stormy Waters - Part 1

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Mar 30, 2025
Philos Miscellany, a YouTube personality known for reviewing rare books, and Stormy Waters, a venture capital managing partner, dive deep into the controversial legacies of the Dulles brothers. They discuss their significant influence on mid-20th century U.S. foreign policy and surprising Nazi connections. The conversation raises questions about corporate alliances and the moral implications of their roles in global politics, while also teasing the complex relationship between intelligence operations and evolving political landscapes.
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ANECDOTE

Podcast Introduction

  • Pete Quiñones welcomes Philos Miscellany and Stormy Waters to discuss the Dulles brothers.
  • They aim to explore the brothers' influence on US foreign policy and government changes.
INSIGHT

Dulles Brothers' Influence

  • John Foster Dulles served as Secretary of State, while Alan Dulles directed the CIA (1953-1961).
  • Their concurrent high positions influenced US foreign policy.
ANECDOTE

Dulles' Early Career

  • Alan Dulles, from an aristocratic family, began his career with a stint in Vienna, then Bern.
  • Switzerland became a recurring theme in his work, where he built a network.
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