Topic: Character Assassination

Carlwood critiques the documentary "Gringo: The Dangerous Life of John McAfee," labeling it a non-objective "hit piece" by filmmaker Nanette Burstein. He discusses specific allegations of murder and sexual assault mentioned in the film, sharing Janice's perspective that these claims were out of character for John. The segment concludes with Carlwood's decision to focus on the "dead man's switch" rather than making moral judgments on McAfee's personal life.

Greg Carlwood reflects on the unfair scrutiny faced by independent journalists and whistleblowers compared to the lack of accountability for billion-dollar corporations. He cites the case of Carrie Gillum as an example of how truth-tellers are often subjected to character assassination by compromised publications while corporate malpractice is ignored.

Carrie Gillum describes the aggressive tactics used by Monsanto to control media narratives, including wooing influential journalists before turning to harassment if they stray from company talking points. Litigation discovery revealed Monsanto utilized search engine optimization manipulation to discredit Gillum and funded front groups like the American Council on Science and Health. These organizations present themselves as independent scientific bodies while surreptitiously attacking researchers and reporters who highlight chemical risks.

Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell, who grew up near Roswell, began investigating the case after hearing accounts from local ranchers who trusted his credentials. Despite his status as an American hero, the media attempted to paint him as senile when he spoke out about the authenticity of the Roswell incident. The guests emphasize that Mitchell was told by high-ranking Pentagon officials that the event was genuine.

The discussion focuses on the 2009 overthrow of Honduran President Manuel Zelaya after he attempted to raise the minimum wage, opposing the interests of corporations like Chiquita. Perkins explains the evolution of hitman tactics, noting that modern "jackals" often use character assassination and sex scandals to destroy leaders like Dominique Strauss-Kahn. He suggests that cybernetics and NSA data are now used to target the personal weaknesses of political figures.

Professor Griff reflects on surviving personal attacks, including house fires and poisoning, intended to marginalize his message. He discusses his unexpected appearance at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and connects the entities responsible for historical assassinations to modern events. These events include the 9/11 attacks, the anthrax scare, and the disappearance of Malaysian Flight 370.