If You're Listening Has the US busted Iran’s nuclear bomb plans?
Jul 2, 2025
The podcast dives deep into the chaotic aftermath of the Israel-Iran conflict and the U.S. military's impact on Iran's nuclear ambitions. It questions the myth of Iran's imminent bomb capability that's persisted for years. The surprising connection between an American bowling alley company and Tehran's nuclear plans adds an unexpected twist. Historical context surrounding Iran's nuclear program, from the 'Atoms for Peace' initiative to secret facilities, highlights the intricate web of international relations and strategy.
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Pentagon's Long Watch on Fordow
- Two Pentagon officers tracked Iran's Fordow nuclear site for over 15 years, studying every detail including the underground facility's systems.
- Their life's work culminated when the U.S. president ordered a B-2 strike on Fordow with 13-ton bunker busters in 2025.
Strike Impact on Fordow Uncertain
- Blackened desert sand after the strike doesn't guarantee total destruction of the underground Fordow facility.
- Assessing the strike's success requires deep investigation, as Iran could restore functionality in months.
Atoms for Peace Initiative
- Eisenhower's 1953 Atoms for Peace speech aimed to promote peaceful nuclear research to alleviate public fear.
- He proposed the IAEA and nuclear fuel distribution to encourage peaceful atomic energy use worldwide.