Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews

Joe Meadors of the USS Liberty Veterans Association returns to the show to discuss the attack. He and Scott give an overview of what happened for those unfamiliar with the story. They then discuss the coverup and the veteran's eventual campaign, now ongoing, to demand an investigation into what happened. Meadors identifies a recent positive development in New Hampshire and explains how you can help in the effort.Discussed on the show: USS Liberty Veterans Association Support the Survivors Here “The Spy Ship Left Out In The Cold” (U.S. Naval Institute) Body of Secrets by James Bamford Assault on the Liberty by James M. Ennes Jr. Sacrificing Liberty Docuseries Joe Meadors is a Navy veteran who served as a Signalman on the USS Liberty during the Israeli attack. Today he works as an activist for his shipmates who perished and those who survived and who, like him, have been silenced for 55 years. This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Muhammad Sahimi, a professor at the University of Southern California, is back on the show to discuss a recent article he wrote about Iran. Sahimi, who is from Iran, is no fan of the Iranian regime. However, there are a number of ways the Iranian government is misrepresented in the American media that Sahimi thinks is dangerous. He and Scott discuss.Discussed on the show: “Iran’s political factions aren't united on Hamas, or the Middle East” (Responsible Statecraft) Treacherous Alliance by Trita Parsi Muhammad Sahimi is a professor at the University of Southern California who analyzes Iran’s political developments, its nuclear program, and foreign policy.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gareth Porter returns to the show to discuss the war in Gaza. First, Porter explains the project that has been keeping him from his typical daily journalism. He and Scott then dig into the story that has brought him back—the Israeli propaganda campaign to label al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City as Hamas’ headquarters. Discussed on the show: “Israeli Deceit & the Ongoing Battle of Shifa Hospital” (Consortium News) “IDF Knew Real Hamas HQ While Lying About al-Shifa” (Consortium News) Gareth Porter is an investigative historian and journalist on the national security state. He is the author of Manufactured Crisis: The Untold Story of the Iran Nuclear Scare and, with John Kiriakou, The CIA Insider’s Guide to the Iran Crisis. Follow him on Twitter @GarethPorter and listen to Gareth’s previous appearances on the Scott Horton Show.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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James Carden, an expert in international relations, joins Scott to discuss Israel's role in the ethnic cleansing of Nagorno-Karabakh. They delve into the historical and geopolitical context behind its downfall, along with the ongoing destruction in Ukraine and the war in Gaza. They also touch upon Biden's new Israeli diplomat and the dangers of a TV news anchor lacking knowledge. Israel's actions in removing Palestinians from Gaza are discussed, as well as the influence of the Israel lobby.

Scott is joined by Trita Parsi to discuss the horrific situation playing out in Gaza. They discuss what we know about the scale of suffering before zooming out and examining the broader geopolitical situation. Scott and Parsi also talk about how the war has affected the domestic political dynamic in both Israel and Washington DC.Discussed on the show: Treacherous Alliance by Trita Parsi “Biden admin officials see proof their strategy is working in hostage deal” (Politico) Trita Parsi is the Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft and the author of Losing an Enemy: Obama, Iran and the Triumph of Diplomacy. Parsi is the recipient of the 2010 Grawemeyer Award for Ideas Improving World Order. Follow him on Twitter @tparsi.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Tracey, a New York-based journalist, discusses his experience reporting from Israel, including his motivations and initial impressions. They touch on the prevalence of nationalistic imagery and the government's role in promoting the war effort. They also discuss the violation of international law, settler actions and violence in the West Bank, and the worsening conditions for Palestinians.

Expert Kyle Anzalone discusses the war between Israel and Hamas, covering topics like US officials criticizing Biden's Israel policy, majority of Americans supporting a ceasefire in Gaza, Tel Aviv refusing aid to Gaza, Israel's actions in Gaza compared to Lebanon, and the diplomatic consequences of US support for Israel.

Scott Horton, an expert on the Waco massacre and government involvement, reveals the truth behind the 1993 US Federal government murder of 86 men, women, and children. He discusses the misconceptions and background of the Branch Davidians, the exploitative nature of their leader, and the false narrative surrounding them. Horton also explores the events leading up to the Waco raid, the psychological warfare operations carried out during the siege, and the aftermath of the incident.

James Bamford, journalist and author, joins Scott to discuss the Israeli attack on the USS Liberty in 1967. They cover the story of the attack, the subsequent cover-up by the US government, and the belief among top intelligence officials that the attack was deliberate.