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Heroes Behind Headlines

Heroes Behind Headlines
Vietnam War
World War II
CIA
Taliban
Mental Health
JFK Assassination
Venezuela
Korean War
Afghanistan
Tet Offensive
Macv-Sog
Ana Montéz
John F. Kennedy
Afghan Evacuation
Crownsville Hospital
PTSD
Marine Corps
Cuba
Abbey Gate
Forensic Anthropology

Heroes Behind the Headlines: a new podcast featuring an explosive new story every episode. First-hand accounts of adventures and events which have shaped our world . The real stories behind the headlines you know, told by the heroes you don’t. Hosted by NYT and international bestselling author Ralph Pezzullo.

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The second half of this two-part interview from 2023 with one of our favorite Americans, in celebration of Memorial Day:

A living legend of MACV-SOG and the Green Berets, John "Tilt" Stryker Meyer shares some of the most daring first-person stories ... more

We're re-airing this two-part interview from 2023 with one of our favorite Americans, in celebration of Memorial Day:

A living legend of MACV-SOG and the Green Berets, John "Tilt" Stryker Meyer shares some of the most daring first-person stories of ... more

Karen Holt didn’t realize her childhood was anything other than normal--whether it was her father’s absence every Monday to Friday; their odd moves from town to town without any warning;  the FBI arresting her father; seeing Detroit mafioso Peter Lic... more

Born on a U.S. airbase in London of American parents, Geoffrey Gilson began his career writing  speeches for Margaret Thatcher, leveraging his dual British-US citizenship to navigate elite political circles. With decades of front-row access to senior... more

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Recent Guests

Geoff Gilson
Author of Maggie's Hammer
Author, Maggie's Hammer
Episode: Friend’s Death Reveals Web Of Arms Deals And Money Laundering
Barry Todd
Author of Stand Your Ground
Stand Your Ground book / Defense Resources Foundation (involvement)
Episode: Attacked Outside A Bar; Arrested For Attempted Murder
Mike Gatto
Former California State Assemblyman; author of Noir by Necessity
California State Assembly
Episode: Murder Of State Assemblyman’s Father
Jeff Brown
Self-help author and thought leader
Self-employed / Author
Episode: One Writer's Trudeau Nightmare
Brennan Morton
Former US Marine Recon Sniper, author of Valhalla Boys
Marine Corps, Author
Episode: Marine Recon Sniper’s Gritty Account Of Time In Iraq
Mark Shaw
Bestselling author and attorney, investigator of JFK, RFK, Dorothy Kilgallen cases
Author and Attorney
Episode: Linking The JFK & RFK Shootings With Help From Expert Mark Shaw
Mark Blocksom
Cult deprogrammer and interventionist
Independent/public safety/rehab work
Episode: Risks and Challenges of Cult Deprogramming
Stewart Fillmore
Former FBI Special Agent; author; independent investigator
Former FBI; author of Tenaha
Episode: FBI Special Agent Discovers Shocking New Evidence About JFK Assassination
James M. Scott
Historian and author
Author of Targeted Beirut (with Jack Carr)
Episode: Beirut Bombing 1983: Start Of The War On Terror

Host

Ralph Pezzullo
Host and author focused on long-form, investigative storytelling surrounding headlines and history.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 256 ratings
  • Don’t waste your time!

    Having “Jerry” Blaine is traitorous. I will never listen to this pathetic podcast again.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MikeMach44
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Love the podcast but music is a ti y but distracting. Maybe turn down a little. Also I’m listening to older eps so maybe that’s already been addressed…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    seagreene
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show but hard to listen

    I enjoy the theme of the show but the interviewer constantly interrupts the interview with loud bassy “yeah”s and “mhm”s. Some times he will say “yeah” , “mhm” ten times before the person can even finish a sentence 🤦🏻‍♂️making the show borderline unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Alan ppww
    United States3 years ago
  • Top Rate

    Ralph is a top-rate-salt-of-the-earth guy, he knows his guests and research’s who they are, where they’ve been and what they’ve done. And it shows in every episode of his podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    House of Grit
    United States3 years ago
  • Fascinating!!

    Just listened to Black Dahlia. Wow!

    And great to hear Mike Dawson’s voice and that he is producing the podcast. Nice!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmcquietman
    United States3 years ago

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Friend’s Death Reveals Web Of Arms Deals And Money Laundering
Q: Why London as the epicenter of these activities?
Geoff explains that London functioned as a financial and logistical hub where legal frameworks could be navigated or bent, allowing backdoor arms deals and laundering networks to operate with a degree of legitimacy that front-door deals could not achieve.
Friend’s Death Reveals Web Of Arms Deals And Money Laundering
Q: Tell us a little about Hugh and the circumstances of his death.
Hugh Simmons was a rising figure in the British Conservative Party whose sudden death in 1988 coincided with $7 million missing from his law firm's client accounts, prompting Geoff to pursue a long investigation into a broader web of money laundering and arms deals that implicated powerful figures and institutions.
Attacked Outside A Bar; Arrested For Attempted Murder
Q: Can you walk us through the events of that night and what led to your arrest?
Barry Todd describes a celebratory night that turned violent after he encountered an aggressor; despite defending himself with a weapon, he was arrested for attempted murder due to what he claims was misapplied law and insufficient consideration of video evidence.
The Legendary First Special Service Force of WWII
Q: Most people, I would say, are unfamiliar. Can you tell us the history, how they were formed, why they were formed?
Bill explains the unit was created during WWII as a top-secret, binational force combining US and Canadian volunteers, drawn from outdoorsmen and specialists, to fulfill high-risk operations that leveraged superior train- ing and covert tactics. The goal was to neutralize strategic targets like heavy-water plants and to fight effectively in snow and mountain terrain, a mission that required exceptional versatility and courage.
“Real 21 Jump Street” Undercover Cop & Crime-Stopper (Part 3 Of 3)
Q: Can you share some of the experiences you faced during your investigation?
I've encountered threats and intimidation, including having my home broken into and finding a GPS tracker on my vehicle.

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What is Heroes Behind Headlines about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features first-hand, high-stakes accounts across a wide range of timely and provocative topics. Episodes frequently center on investigations, historical wartime and security missions, political corruption, espionage, and high-profile crime, always told through the lens of the people who lived them or researched them. The format tends toward thorough storytelling with careful sourcing, aiming to reveal the real stories behind headlines and to illuminate lessons for listeners who want in-depth context beyond the surface news. A notable strength is the ability to pair riveting personal narratives with broader historical or geopolitical implications, making it a strong fit for listeners who crave immersive, evidence-based storytelling... more

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Recent guests on Heroes Behind Headlines include:

1. Geoff Gilson
2. Barry Todd
3. Mike Gatto
4. Jeff Brown
5. Brennan Morton
6. Mark Shaw
7. Mark Blocksom
8. Stewart Fillmore

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