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CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou and political cartoonist Ted Rall "deprogram" the latest domestic and international news and trends so you can see through the spin in the headlines to the raw truth you need to know.

John's real-world undercover experiences—both inside the CIA, serving around the globe, and paying a high price for exposing official crimes—provide a uniquely informed perspective on ... more

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Political cartoonist Ted Rall and CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou cover the startling spectacle of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s addressing a mostly-empty UN, the shocking indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, Russia’s military... more

Political cartoonist Ted Rall and CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou dissect the undercurrents of power and injustice.

* Luigi Mangione's legal team accuses Presient Trump of jeopardizing the accused killer's right to a fair trial through inflammator... more

Political cartoonist Ted Rall and CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou analyze the deadly sniper attack on a Dallas ICE facility, where two detainees lie dead and a third fights for life, YouTube's reinstatement pathway for creators banned under defunct C... more

Political cartoonist Ted Rall and CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou update you on the big clash over free speech as ABC battles station giants Nexstar and Sinclair over Jimmy Kimmel's return tonight, Trump’s bizarre hourlong UN General Assembly address... more

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Recent Guests

Sebastian Escamilla
Eyewitness to the assassination of Charlie Kirk
University of Utah Valley
Episode: DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “Fed Cut: A Warning Sign?”
Aquiles Larrea Jr.
A prominent financial advisor and founder of Larrea Wealth Management, specializing in wealth strategies for Latino executives.
Larrea Wealth Management
Episode: DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “What Next for the Economy?”
Sean O'Brien
Head of the Yale Privacy Lab
Yale Privacy Lab
Episode: DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “The Lightning Shared Scooter Scam”
Francisco Rodríguez
Distinguished economist and senior research fellow at the Center for Economic and Policy Research
Center for Economic and Policy Research
Episode: DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “Sanctions Are WMDs. Interview with Francisco Rodríguez”
Jake Tapper
Anchor of CNN and author of 'Original Sin'
CNN
Episode: DeProgram Show - Interview with Jake Tapper, Author of "Original Sin"

Hosts

John Kiriakou
CIA whistleblower and co-host, providing insights from his experiences in the CIA regarding government operations and accountability.
Ted Rall
Political cartoonist and co-host, offering a critical perspective on media narratives and governance.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • John Kiriakou is an American hero.

    Thank you John for your decades of service to our countries national security, and for having the courage to stand up to the American government and torture, even if they didn’t leave you with much choice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan-Jude
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the honest and critical analysis of contemporary issues.
The humor and insight provided by the hosts make complex topics accessible and engaging.
There is a strong emphasis on transparency and accountability, which resonates well with the audience.

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#222
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#250
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#26
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#184
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#247
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DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “Fed Cut: A Warning Sign?”
Q: What are your thoughts on the violence and its causes?
We should not let this tragedy divide us; we need to come together as Americans.
DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “Fed Cut: A Warning Sign?”
Q: Do you feel like this should have been handled differently? There should have been more security?
Yes, especially for someone as prominent as Charlie Kirk.
DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “Fed Cut: A Warning Sign?”
Q: Was there any security screening that day, like a metal detector?
Negative. There was none.
DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “France In Crisis”
Q: Can you speak to the intelligence community's role in making Western capital markets accessible to sanctioned groups via shadow banking?
The CIA often engages in backdoor banking to support outlaws, sometimes illegal, diverging from U.S. foreign policy.
DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou: “The Lightning Shared Scooter Scam”
Q: How much money and how many people were involved in this scam?
Millions of dollars and thousands of individuals were affected, with the total amount scammed reaching significant yet not astronomical levels.

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This series features critical discussions on current affairs, analyzing both domestic and international issues while aiming to uncover the unfiltered truth behind media narratives. Anchored by a former CIA whistleblower and a seasoned political cartoonist, the conversations range from geopolitical crises, humanitarian issues, and the implications of U.S. foreign policy to notable political figures and contemporary social justice themes. Unique for its combination of experienced insights and humor, the series presents a fast-paced examination of relevant news, striving to make complex subjects accessible and engaging for listeners seeking depth in their understanding of the world.

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