Assassinations Podcast

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Interview: Andy Thomas May 05, 2020

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This week’s episode is an interview with Andy Thomas, the author of a new book called Conspiracies: The Facts. The Theories. The Evidence. His book focuses on some of the most popular conspiracies of our times, including high-profile assassinations, and he asks why it is that people so often look for explanations that go beyond the official narrative.

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Assassinations Podcast was created by Niall Cooper, who also researches and writes the show. Lindsey Morse is our editor and producer. Our theme music was created by Graeme Ronald. If you’d like to hear more from Graeme, check out his band, Remember Remember. You’ll find them on iTunes.

Robert Maxwell Part 2 Apr 29, 2020

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From the moment news of his death broke, theories abounded as to what happened to the controversial media magnate: heart attack, accident, suicide, or murder? Part 2 of 2.

Robert Maxwell Part 1 Apr 21, 2020

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Soldier, businessman, politician … spy? Robert Maxwell went by many names and wore many hats in the course of his flamboyant life. But did he meet his end at the hands of one of the intelligence agencies that he might have been working with? This is the first installment of a two-part investigation.

If you’d like to support the show, we have a Patreon page. We offer a variety of different support levels with lots of bonus episodes, stickers, merch store credit, and more! Find us at patreon.com/AssassinationsPodcast

Jimmy Hoffa Apr 07, 2020

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A militant activist during the Great Depression and a ruthless fixer inside the Teamsters Union, Jimmy Hoffa rose from humble origins to became one of the most powerful men in America. After serving time in prison, Hoffa fought to regain control of the union - even though it brought him into conflict with forces that seemingly “disappeared” him in 1975.

week’s bonus is a review of the film The Irishman, in which Niall speaks with Gordon Brown, host of For Streaming Out Loud, a podcast focused on movies exclusively released on streaming services.

Robert F Kennedy Part 2 Mar 24, 2020

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Though one man, Sirhan Bishara Sirhan, was convicted of the murder of Senator Robert F Kennedy, there were clear signs that others might have been involved. Yet the LAPD, prosecutors, and perhaps federal authorities as well, all focused on the lone shooter theory - even if that meant discounting other evidence. Part 2 of 2.

Robert F Kennedy Part 1 Mar 18, 2020

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In the first of a two-part investigation, we look at the death of Robert F. Kennedy, who was killed in the summer of 1968 while campaigning to become the Democratic Party nominee for President of the United States. The man convicted of his murder was Sirhan Bishara Sirhan; however, there are some who believe that he was a brainwashed patsy playing a role within a larger plot.

Season 6 Trailer: The Conspiracy Files Mar 10, 2020

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Season 6 commences on March 16th. For the next few months we will be exploring the stories of people whose deaths remain shrouded in mystery: murders unsolved, disappearances unexplained, and official verdicts cast into serious doubt. We begin our season with the assassination of Senator Robert Kennedy, who was shot to death in California during his run for the 1968 Democratic presidential nomination.

Harvey Milk Part 2 Feb 18, 2020

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In the concluding part of this case, and the final episode of the season, we watch as Harvey Milk’s ceaseless campaigning finally sees him elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors - thanks in no small part to the help of Jim Jones and the People’s Temple. Within a year of his election, Milk was shot and killed by Dan White, a former political ally who went berserk in City Hall.

avoid scandal and possible ruin. But Milk’s chameleon-like ability to reinvent himself - sometimes from one extreme to another - was remarkable, and a key asset in his rise to become America’s first openly gay elected official. Part 1 of 2.

To find out more about the people and music featured in today’s episode, visit the Assassinations Podcast website. While there, you can also check out our Bookstore, where we recommend some great episode-related books and reading material, and shop our Merch Store to nab a log tee or tote bag.

Harvey Milk Part 1 Feb 11, 2020

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Harvey Milk wore many masks. As a gay man in postwar America, it was necessary to hide his true self in order to avoid scandal and possible ruin. But Milk’s chameleon-like ability to reinvent himself - sometimes from one extreme to another - was remarkable, and a key asset in his rise to become America’s first openly gay elected official. Part 1 of 2.

Find out about the movie we mention in this episode, Lawrence: After Arabia, by going to its website: www.lawrencethemovie.com

Steve Biko Jan 28, 2020

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Bantu Stephen Biko was the foremost figure of the Black Consciousness Movement in apartheid-era South Africa. A determined opponent of white-minority rule, he was tortured to death by police officers in 1977.

Make sure to check out our sister show, Fab Figmentals! Fab Figmentals is hosted by our very own Lindsey Morse, and it explores the realm of curious creatures, magical monsters, and beautiful beasts.

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