PBD Podcast Epstein Cover-Up, Ghislaine Maxwell & Israel's Role w/ CIA Whistleblower John Kiriakou | PBD Podcast | Ep. 612
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Jul 9, 2025 
John Kiriakou, a former CIA officer and whistleblower, sheds light on significant intelligence issues, including alleged connections between Jeffrey Epstein and intelligence agencies like Mossad. He discusses the implications of the FBI’s investigations into high-profile figures and the ethical dilemmas faced by intelligence operatives. Kiriakou also dives into the inner workings of the CIA, the tense dynamics with Mossad, and the challenges of unveiling deep-rooted corruption. His unique perspective on these critical topics provides a thought-provoking exploration of national security and accountability.
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Unexpected Rapid Deployment to Khartoum
- John Kiriakou described how he was unexpectedly sent from returning to Washington to Khartoum with little notice due to his Arabic skills.
- His CIA work involved rapid, unpredictable deployments and gave him unique, intense experiences early in his career.
Refused to Certify Torture Program
- John Kiriakou recounted his refusal to be certified in CIA enhanced interrogation techniques, recognizing them as torture.
- He was the only one of 14 approached to say no, leading to being passed over for promotion and later imprisoned for whistleblowing.
Origin of Enhanced Interrogation
- The psychologists who developed CIA's enhanced interrogation were former Air Force Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape instructors.
- They reverse engineered POW training techniques to break prisoners through psychological and physical stress.
