C.J. Kilmer

C.J. Kilmer, host of the Dangerous History Podcast, dives into the dark legacy of the FBI, tracing its origins back to Teddy Roosevelt and the questionable tactics of J. Edgar Hoover. He discusses how the agency blurred lines between law enforcement and intelligence, particularly during the Red Scare and McCarthy era. Kilmer exposes COINTELPRO's deceptive methods aimed at civil rights leaders and highlights the troubling leverage Hoover had over politicians through compromising material. This riveting history unveils the sinister roots of a powerful institution.

C.J. Kilmer, a recovering academic and host of the Dangerous History Podcast, dives into the complex history of the Troubles in Northern Ireland. He argues that this conflict, rather than the Civil War, offers a clearer lens to view today's political tensions in the U.S. Kilmer explores key events like Bloody Sunday, daily life during the Troubles, and the psychological impacts on civilians. He warns of modern media's role in escalating violence and shares practical advice for navigating potential unrest.