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Scott Horton
This podcast is for individual interviews on the Scott Horton Show. See the Q & A show feed to hear Scott answer listener questions and for the full show archives.Scott Horton is the author of Fool's Errand: Time to End the War in Afghanistan, and is the host of the Scott Horton Show podcast. He has conducted over 5,500 interviews with authors, journalists, activists, and whistleblowers on the most important foreign policy issues since 2003.
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Oct 16, 2022 • 49min
10/7/22 Boltzmann Booty on the CIA Asset who Funded the OKC Bombing
Scott interviews Boltzmann Booty, a writer who recently wrote an article about possible CIA ties to the Oklahoma City bombing of 1995. It’s well known that Timothy McVeigh and accomplice Terry Nichols used money stolen from a man named Roger Moore to help fund the bombing. Later on, some research suggested that the robbery of Roger Moore was fake — that Moore used the theft to help fund the attack while keeping his hands clean. In this interview, Booty lays out some of the evidence that may suggest Moore himself was working with the government, specifically the CIA. Discussed on the show:
“The CIA Asset That Funded The Oklahoma City Bombing” (Substack)
Oklahoma City Bombing Archive - Libertarian Institute
Oklahoma City by Andrew Gumbel and Roger G. Charles
The Oklahoma City Bombing and the Politics of Terror by David Hoffman
Boltzmann Booty is a writer who focuses on covert intelligence operations and false flag terrorism. His work can be found at his Substack.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 14, 2022 • 33min
10/10/22 Medea Benjamin on the Need for Peace in Ukraine
Scott interviews co-founder of CODEPINK Medea Benjamin about the antiwar movement and the risks brought about by the war in Ukraine. They start out with a discussion of how the antiwar movement has evolved since the George W. Bush years before digging into the need for off-ramps in the conflict against Russia. Benjamin argues the war fever in Washington is blinding the establishment to the risks and that the war-caused economic turmoil which lies ahead will breed unrest across the globe. Discussed on the show:
“Biden calls the ‘prospect of Armageddon’ the highest since the Cuban missile crisis” (New York Times)
War in Ukraine: Making Sense of a Senseless Conflict by Medea Benjamin and Nicholas Davies
Peace in Ukraine Coalition
Medea Benjamin is the co-founder of the women-led peace group CODEPINK and the co-founder of the human rights group Global Exchange. She is the author of ten books, and writes regularly for The Guardian, The Huffington Post, CommonDreams, Alternet, and The Hill, among others. Find her on Twitter @medeabenjamin.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 13, 2022 • 57min
10/7/22 Matt Taibbi on the State of Journalism Today
Scott talks with journalist Matt Taibbi about a number of articles and videos posted recently at his substack publication TK News. First, they talk about the misleading journalism behind stories of Russia granting whistleblower Edward Snowden citizenship. They also talk about the abundance of former intelligence officials and agents who have taken jobs at major media outlets and the quiet tyranny of a de-ranking approach to censorship. Discussed on the show:
“The Washington Post Dabbles in Orwell” (TK News)
“Snowden Didn't Flee to Russia: Obama Trapped Him There” (Stark Realities)
“The News is Just Guesswork Now” (TK News)
Hate Inc. by Matt Taibbi
“The Election Was Hacked” Video TK News
“The Justice Department Was Dangerous Before Trump. It's Out of Control Now” (TK News)
Matt Taibbi is a journalist, author and political commentator. Subscribe to his Substack publication: TK News and follow him on Twitter @mtaibbi.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 11, 2022 • 35min
10/7/22 William Astore: There’s Something Rotten in the US Military
Scott talks with William Astore about an article he penned recently in TomDispatch about the inner rot plaguing today’s U.S. military. Astore, who served as a lieutenant colonel in the Air Force, has observed an existential flaw that threatens the military from within — lies are rewarded while truthtellers are punished. In this interview, he and Scott take a step back and examine how this sprawling government bureaucracy has hijacked the noble instinct to protect one's community and used it to wage unjust wars of choice. Discussed on the show:
“Integrity Optional” (TomDispatch)
We Meant Well by Peter Van Buren
The Fog of War
William J. Astore is a retired lieutenant colonel (USAF) and history professor. He is a contributing writer at Antiwar.com and TomDispatch.com. Read all of his work at his website, BracingViews.com.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10, 2022 • 40min
10/10/22 Dave DeCamp on Today’s Russian Missile Barrage
Scott sits down with Antiwar.com news editor Dave DeCamp to discuss the Russian air strikes that hit targets across Ukraine earlier today. The two give some context to the strikes by examining the series of events that may have led to this escalation — including the Ukrainian bombing of a vital Crimean bridge and the assignment of a new Russian general to run the air campaign in Ukraine. Both agree that this attack represents a new phase in the war and reflect on how earlier negotiations would have resulted in fewer losses for Ukraine in territory, resources and lives. Discussed on the show:
“Biden calls the ‘prospect of Armageddon’ the highest since the Cuban missile crisis” (New York Times)
“The CIA Thought Putin Would Quickly Conquer Ukraine. Why Did They Get It So Wrong?” (The Intercept)
Zelensky’s “I am not some loser” moment
“Zelensky Calls for NATO to Launch Preemptive Strike on Russia” (Antiwar.com)
antiwar.com/donate
Dave DeCamp is the news editor of Antiwar.com and the host of Antiwar News with Dave DeCamp. Follow him on Twitter @decampdaveThis episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10, 2022 • 33min
10/7/22 Hassan El-Tayyab: Don’t Forget About Yemen
Hassan El-Tayyab from the Friends Committee on National Legislation was back on Antiwar Radio to talk about the Yemen War Powers Resolutions in Congress. Despite the ceasefire agreement coming to an end, El-Tayyab says the campaign to pass these resolutions still has momentum. He and Scott explain why and how you should join the effort to end this horrific war. Discussed on the show:
Friends Committee on National Legislation
Scott’s Interview with Nasser Arrabyee
1833stopwar.com
Hassan El-Tayyab is a musician and peace activist, who works as the lead lobbyist on Middle East policy for the Friends Committee on National Legislation.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 8, 2022 • 35min
10/7/22 Nasser Arrabyee on the Hopeful Situation in Yemen
Journalist Nasser Arrabyee is back to talk about what’s happening on the ground in Yemen. Arrabyee was on the show recently to explain why he was optimistic about negotiations between the numerous factions. Since then, the ceasefire agreement expired without being renewed. However, Arrabyee is still optimistic about the entire situation. In this episode, he explains why. Discussed on the show:
1833stopwar.com Nasser Arrabyee is a Yemeni journalist based in Sana’a, Yemen. He is the owner and director of Yemen-Now.com. You can follow him on Twitter @narrabyee.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 3, 2022 • 40min
9/30/22 Jeff Deist on the State of the Economy
Jeff Deist, president of the Mises Institute, is back to talk about the strange economic situation we find ourselves in. Deist observes that the issue with today’s economic discourse is the focus on GDP and employment. What really matters, he says, is productivity. Through that lens, Deist helps us interpret the warped economy that the government brought about through its historic levels of intervention during the pandemic. Deist and Scott also talk about the importance of opposing war, the most destructive government policy of all. Discussed on the show:
Mises.org
“In Latest Recession Signal, Money-Supply Growth Plummeted to a Three-Year Low in August” (Mises Wire)
Dave Smith Breaks Down the Reasons Russia Invaded Ukraine on Joe Rogan
Jeff Deist is president of the Mises Institute, where he serves as a writer, public speaker, and advocate for property, markets, and civil society. He previously worked as a longtime advisor and chief of staff to Congressman Ron Paul, for whom he wrote hundreds of articles and speeches. Follow him on Twitter @jeffdeist.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 2, 2022 • 33min
9/30/22 Kyle Anzalone on the Evolving War in Ukraine
Kyle Anzalone is back on Antiwar Radio to update us on all the biggest news concerning the war in Ukraine. They run through the Russian annexation announcement, the Ukrainian victories reported in the Donbas, the Russian people’s reaction to increased conscription, the West’s depleting weapons stock, the destruction of the Nordstream Pipelines and the next round of U.S. support for Ukraine. Discussed on the show:
news.antiwar.com
Conflicts of Interest
“Game On” (Harpers)
Kyle Anzalone is news editor of the Libertarian Institute, opinion editor of Antiwar.com and co-host of Conflicts of Interest with Will Porter. Follow him on Twitter @KyleAnzalone_This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 1, 2022 • 46min
9/30/22 Judge Andrew P. Napolitano on Snowden and Assange
Scott talks with Andrew Napolitano about the government crimes Edward Snowden and Julian Assange exposed. First, the judge gives some legal history and context to help us understand specifically what Snowden revealed back in 2013. That leads to a discussion of the sheer scale of illegal surveillance in which the intelligence agencies are engaged. They then turn to Julian Assange. Judge Napolitano goes over some history that highlights how absurd the legal arguments against Assange are. Discussed on the show:
“Edward Snowden: An American in Moscow” (Antiwar.com)
The Shadow Factory: The NSA from 9/11 to the Eavesdropping on America by James Bamford
Andrew P. Napolitano, a former judge of the Superior Court of New Jersey, is the senior judicial analyst at Fox News Channel. Judge Napolitano has written seven books on the US Constitution. The most recent is Suicide Pact: The Radical Expansion of Presidential Powers and the Lethal Threat to American Liberty.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; and Thc Hemp Spot.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


