Valuetainment ”Prison Of Pedophiles" - CIA's John Kiriakou LOCKED UP For Blowing The Whistle On Torture Program
Jul 15, 2025
John Kiriakou shares his shocking experiences in a federal prison filled with mobsters and pedophiles after exposing CIA torture. He discusses the emotional struggles of incarceration and the surprising bonds he formed, including a unique camaraderie with the Gambinos. Kiriakou also reveals how his whistleblower actions led to his wife's job loss at the CIA, highlighting the personal toll of his decision. This heartfelt and gripping narrative sheds light on the dark underbelly of both prison life and government operations.
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Prison Experience with Dangerous Inmates
- John Kiriakou was sentenced to 23 months and ended up in a prison packed with mob bosses, cartel members, and pedophiles.
- He was initially supposed to be placed in a minimum security work camp, but was assigned to the actual prison instead.
CIA Spouse Fired and Agency Romance
- John's wife was fired from the CIA just for being married to him upon his arrest.
- The CIA ironically encourages marriages within the agency for ease of communication, leading to a high divorce rate.
Adopted by Mafia Inmates
- John was adopted by Italian mob inmates in prison and befriended them.
- A mobster warned others that John was CIA but not an FBI agent, so they treated him with respect and not as an enemy.