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Podcast: Bold American Pod
Episode: ZBT: The CIA Has Been Exceedingly Evil For Decades
Description: "The Devil's Chessboard" by David Talbot is a gripping exposé that delves into the dark underbelly of American power during the Cold War. This meticulously researched book focuses on the career of Allen Dulles, the longest-serving director of the CIA, and his profound influence on U.S. foreign policy. Talbot paints a chilling portrait of Dulles as a master manipulator, who orchestrated coups, assassinations, and covert operations, often putting the world on the brink of disaster.
From the overthrow of democratically elected governments to the controversial Warren Commission on JFK's assassination, Dulles' shadowy dealings reveal a legacy of unchecked p...