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American Exception

Aaron Good
Israel
CIA
JFK Assassination
Gaza
Zionism
US Empire
United States
Palestine
Ukraine
Russia
Jeffrey Epstein
Deep State
U.S. Foreign Policy
Iran
Mossad
Syria
NATO
Donald Trump
Imperialism
Capitalism

A podcast that illuminates the US empire. Subscribe to our Patreon to get first access to exclusive episodes and content! www.patreon.com/americanexception americanexception.com

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Aaron is joined by independent journalist and congressional candidate for Maryland's 4th congressional district, Sam Husseini.

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Max Arvo returns to discuss the origins and lingering mysteries of MKULTRA. His upcoming article on Project Artichoke and MKULTRA will soon appear on his Substack page, Secret Power.

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In this episode—Part 3 of The Syndicate, the Octopus, and the Gray Alliance—we look at how Watergate was an even more spectacular example of how the emerging Zionist-led neoconservative coalition deployed political blackmail related to the JFK assass... more

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Recent Guests

Max Arvo
Guest, researcher/reporter discussed in episode
Episode: MKULTRA: THE BLACK BOX (AE266)
Moe Tkacik
Journalist and researcher featured on the episode
Prospect.org contributor
Episode: The Strange Assassination of Charlie Kirk (AE259)
James Galbraith
Professor of economics, guest on the episode
Episode: The Forgotten American System (AE254)
Jeff Kaye
Writer and researcher focused on deep politics and the national security state
Episode: JFK, Dallas, and US Military Intelligence (AE255 - Audio)
Tonery Rose
Regular host/guest on the show, user-provided profile in episode intro
ParaPower Mapping
Episode: Epstien & Iran-Contra (AE250)
Monica Wiesak
Writer and researcher featured for JFK and Michael Jackson discussions
Episode: JFK’s Killers and Michael Jackson(?) (AE248)
Robin Andersen
Professor Emerita of Media Studies at Fordham, author of The Complicit Lens
Fordham University
Episode: The Complicit Media (AE242 - Audio)
Ola Tunander
Researcher and author discussing Palme case and Swedish intelligence
Unknown/Associated with his articles on Palme
Episode: Olof Palme: The Last Swedish Statesman - Part 2 (AE241)
Sean McCarthy
Guest on Rocinante podcast; discussed deep politics and US empire
Rocinante podcast
Episode: Deep Politics and the Dying Empire (AE237)

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Aaron Good
Host of American Exception; focuses on deep-state analysis and geopolitical history

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 316 ratings
  • I discovered this podcast while swimming in several back episodes of Ben Norton's Geopolitical Economy Report (AKA Multipolarista) discovering the 12-part series featuring Aaron Good in late 2022.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    RuminatingStoic
    4 months ago
  • Remarkable insights and truths

    An extraordinary body of work, providing academic-level rigour to complement brave independent journalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Busy writing
    Canadaa year ago
  • Excellent investigative reports on the Americam Empire and it's client states like Israel and the UK lapdog.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Harold N.
    a year ago
  • Censorship

    OMG am I gonna miss Michelle Witte! Could you have her on/keep us posted? I listen(ed) to Sputnik for protest coverage, homeless crisis, incredibly smart domestic policy commentary…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Graven177
    United States2 years ago
  • Theme song sucks.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    ca99484i
    2 years ago

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Some listeners feel the show leans toward conspiracy-focused framing and controversial theses.
Thoughtful, rigorous historical analysis that challenges conventional narratives.
High-quality, research-driven discussions with clear expertise.
Listeners praise depth and willingness to tackle controversial topics, though views can be polarizing.

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#96
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Avoiding Doomsday (AE263 - Audio)
Q: What practical steps can the public take to influence this crisis?
The hosts and guest advocate for a global petition and an emergency summit, plus broader political organizing that pushes for constitutional governance and international law enforcement to curb aggression.
Avoiding Doomsday (AE263 - Audio)
Q: What are the prospects of nuclear weapons being used in the current crisis?
There is significant risk discussed, with the guest outlining scenarios where escalation could lead to nuclear use if diplomatic off-ramps fail, and emphasizing the need for urgent, high-level diplomacy to avoid such outcomes.
The Forgotten American System (AE254)
Q: How did past policies influence today's global financial order?
Past policies, such as the Kennedian and Nixon-era actions, showed that strategic financial decisions can shape currency stability and the political economy, but they also created vulnerabilities like deindustrialization that must be addressed in any new arrangement.
The Forgotten American System (AE254)
Q: What could replace the dollar's dominance if a new system emerges?
A pragmatic path involves bilateral trade with currencies tied to respective economies and a gradual shift toward multiple reserve currencies, but this requires long-term coordination and credible economic performance from others, not just rhetoric.
The American Exception in Winter (AE247)
Q: Why is there no institution capable of challenging the US's criminality in international law?
Because the system operates in a state of legal exception under a lawless imperial capitalism, where oligarchs who benefit from the status quo can shield themselves from scrutiny and there is no effective counterweight to their power, both domestically and internationally.

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What is American Exception about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on critical examination of U.S. power, empire, and global geopolitics through historical investigations, intelligence history, and provocative debates. Episodes frequently dissect the deep-state narrative, Cold War-era intrigue, and the intersections of policy, media, and covert operations, with guests ranging from economists and historians to investigative journalists and former intelligence figures. Notable strengths include rigorous research, a willingness to challenge mainstream narratives, and a format that blends archival context with contemporary analysis. Viewers who enjoy exploring complex historical episodes and skeptical takes on foreign policy will likely find it compelling; the show often connects obscure netw... more

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