Danny Jones Podcast #252 - The Shadow Government, World Bank & CIA-Backed Coup's | John Perkins
Jul 29, 2024
Join John Perkins, a former advisor to the World Bank and expert on international finance, as he unveils the dark side of economic manipulation. He discusses his role as an 'economic hitman,' using debt to coerce countries into serving U.S. interests. The conversation dives into China's growing influence in Ecuador and the geopolitical implications. Perkins also reflects on pivotal moments from his career, including encounters with shady political figures and the moral dilemmas faced in the quest for power. Prepare for a gripping look at global politics!
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NSA Recruitment
- John Perkins was recruited by the NSA due to his desire for power, money, and sex.
- They used this information to place him in positions where he could gain these things.
Peace Corps Mishap
- The Peace Corps sent Perkins to Ecuador to establish credit and savings co-ops, but the locals used a barter system.
- He became a nightly source of entertainment due to his confusing speeches on a topic irrelevant to their system.
Shamanic Healing
- Perkins, severely ill in the Amazon, was cured by a shaman using ayahuasca.
- This experience led to a profound realization about the power of mindset and perception, changing his life's trajectory.