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John Brennan

Mentioned in 25 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

Former CIA Director who is the subject of multiple investigations, including an ongoing DOJ grand jury investigation related to intelligence matters and an alleged conspiracy investigation in Fort Pierce. He is discussed in podcast episodes examining intelligence agency accountability and selective prosecution, including his role in ordering the prosecution of former CIA officer John Kiriakou for espionage.

Episode Appearances

The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · May 13, 2026

Tom Nichols: There’s Something Wrong with the President

Target of Trump's accusations of sedition and treason in late-night social media posts

Presidential Mental Fitness and Cognitive DeclineIran Military Capability Assessment and Intelligence GapsInflation Attribution and Economic Policy Accountability
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The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · May 12, 2026

James Comey: We Can't Trust the DOJ

Example of Never Trump critic targeted by DOJ investigations as witness intimidation

DOJ Politicization and Prosecutorial IndependenceClassified Documents ProsecutionFBI Leadership and Institutional Integrity
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SmartLess

SmartLess · May 11, 2026

"Kareem Rahma"

Discussed in context of government disclosure about UFO crash site recovery programs

Short-form vertical video content strategy and distributionCreator monetization without traditional ad revenueAuthentic storytelling and human-centered content production
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The Rubin Report

The Rubin Report · May 5, 2026

Hakeem Jeffries Humiliated as Ron DeSantis' Hakeem Impression Goes Viral

Former Obama CIA director now MSNBC analyst; involved in Hunter Biden laptop suppression; criticizes Trump as malignant narcissist

Florida Congressional Redistricting and Republican Electoral StrategySupreme Court Race-Based Redistricting Ruling (Louisiana Case)Democratic Urban Policy Failures (Crime, Homelessness, Taxation)
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The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Apr 28, 2026

Carol Leonnig and Will Sommer: The Loons and the Loyalists Running the DOJ

Subject of politically motivated investigation by DOJ after refusing to admit lying to Congress about Russian interference

Secret Service security failures and magnetometer vulnerabilitiesTrump assassination attempts and protective detail challengesDOJ prosecutor firings and political weaponization of Justice Department
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Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words

Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 24, 2026

Victor Davis Hanson: Iran War Update, Dem ‘Fascism’ Claims, and California’s Newsom & the Nick Shirley Act

Accused of trafficking in Russia collusion hoax and lying under oath about Senate surveillance

Iran War Strategy and Blockade EconomicsDemocratic Party Accusations of Fascism Against TrumpTrump Administration Governance Record vs. Biden Administration Actions
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PBD Podcast

PBD Podcast · Apr 23, 2026

John Kiriakou: Ex-CIA Officer CONFRONTED Over Zionist Accusations | PBD Podcast #783

Discussed as orchestrating FISA abuse against Trump campaign and attempting to deny Trump presidency through intelligence operations

FISA Surveillance Abuse and Section 702 ReauthorizationCIA Whistleblower Persecution Under Espionage ActGovernment Trust Collapse and Institutional Legitimacy
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Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words

Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 23, 2026

Victor Davis Hanson: John Brennan’s ‘Rendezvous’ With Accountability Couldn’t Come Sooner

Central subject: accused of perjury before Congress on CIA surveillance of senators and Hunter Biden laptop disinformation campaign

John Brennan perjury and CIA surveillance of U.S. senatorsDemocratic Party antisemitism and pro-Hezbollah positioningElection integrity: mail-in voting, voter ID, census fraud
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Radio Atlantic

Radio Atlantic · Apr 23, 2026

Kash Patel's FBI

Subject of DOJ investigation led by Joseph DiGenova under Trump administration

FBI Leadership and Institutional StabilityCounterterrorism Preparedness During Iran ConflictCounterintelligence Operations and Resource Allocation
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Bannon`s War Room

Bannon`s War Room · Apr 13, 2026

Episode 5295: Corruption And Cover Up; Trump Threats More Destruction In The Strait

Subject of potential indictment for obstructing Congress in deep state conspiracy case

Ukraine Impeachment Whistleblower DeclassificationDeep State Conspiracy and Prosecutorial StrategyIran Naval Blockade and Strait of Hormuz Control
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Deadline: White House

Deadline: White House · Apr 10, 2026

“Between a rock and a hard place”

Provides expert analysis on Iran negotiations, U.S. strategic failures, and damage to American credibility abroad

Iran-U.S. Military Conflict and Ceasefire NegotiationsStrait of Hormuz Control and Global Energy SecurityPresidential Mental Fitness and Constitutional Removal Mechanisms
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John Solomon Reports

John Solomon Reports · Apr 3, 2026

Gas Prices and Governance: Congressman Burchett on America's Pain Points

Quoted on MSNBC stating he believes Iran more than President Trump regarding military conflict

Gas prices and inflation impact on working familiesCongressional stock trading ban legislationBorder security and ICE detainer enforcement
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John Solomon Reports

John Solomon Reports · Apr 2, 2026

The Wisconsin Watchdog: Glenn Grossman Tackles Border Security, Mental Health, and Election Integrity

Former CIA director potentially facing prosecution for weaponization, under review by new Attorney General

Attorney General Pam Bondi firing and successor candidatesUnaccompanied migrant children tracking and recoveryAntidepressant medication risks and youth mental health
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Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words

Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Mar 28, 2026

Why the Blue State Project Is Imploding Before Our Very Eyes | Victor Davis Hanson

Criticized as pathological liar who committed perjury and orchestrated Hunter Biden laptop suppression operation

Blue State Urban Governance CollapseImmigration Enforcement and Border Security PolicyDemocratic Party Leadership Dysfunction
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Bannon`s War Room

Bannon`s War Room · Mar 25, 2026

Episode 5246: Live Pre-Game From CPAC

Under investigation for lying to Congress about Christopher Steele dossier in 2023

Iran Military Operations and Diplomatic NegotiationsMeta and Google Social Media Addiction LitigationICE Airport Deployments and Election Security
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Bannon`s War Room

Bannon`s War Room · Mar 20, 2026

Episode 5233: Fighting AI Mandates In The States; Islam Is Creeping Into Texas Schools

Subpoenaed for documents related to Russia investigation spanning 2016 to present

AI Regulation and Federal Preemption StrategyChild Safety in AI Systems and Duty of CareSchool Choice Vouchers and Religious School Funding
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Bannon`s War Room

Bannon`s War Room · Mar 8, 2026

Episode 5198: WarRoom Sunday Special War In Iran Continues

Director-level intelligence official discussing unconditional surrender feasibility and mission creep concerns

Iran Military Operations and Unconditional Surrender ObjectivesPhase Two Infrastructure Targeting StrategyPresidential War Powers vs Congressional Authorization
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John Solomon Reports

John Solomon Reports · Feb 28, 2026

Bill Clinton’s Testimony Under Fire: Unpacking the Epstein Connection and Political Fallout

Former CIA Director named in alleged conspiracy; subject of investigation in Fort Pierce

Bill Clinton Epstein TestimonyPresidential State of the Union Address StrategyAviation Safety Technology Integration
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John Solomon Reports

John Solomon Reports · Feb 21, 2026

The Fight for Election Integrity: Insights from Tennessee and Missouri's Attorneys General

Target of ongoing DOJ grand jury investigation for potential indictment related to intelligence matters

Election Integrity LitigationCensus Apportionment and Illegal ImmigrationRacial Gerrymandering and Voting Rights Act
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The Chris Plante Show

The Chris Plante Show · Feb 9, 2026

2-9-26 Hour 2 - Dems Lie about Voter ID

Former CIA Director who signed Flonius 51 letter characterizing Hunter Biden laptop as Russian disinformation

Voter ID Requirements and Election SecurityDemocratic Party Election StrategyMedia Editorial Bias and Story Suppression
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The Lawfare Podcast

The Lawfare Podcast · Feb 5, 2026

Rational Security: “The Story of Three Warrants” Edition

Former CIA director subject of investigation into alleged conspiracy regarding 2016 Russian interference assessments

Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) modernizationFourth Amendment protections in election-related searchesAdministrative warrants and immigration enforcement
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The Charlie Kirk Show

The Charlie Kirk Show · Feb 2, 2026

Ask Us Anything 251: Classical Christian Education? Apolitical Churches? Riots and the Midterms?

Former CIA Director mentioned as target for accountability in Russian collusion investigation

Midterm Election Strategy and Law and Order MessagingChurch Political Engagement and Apolitical PoliciesClassical Christian Education and Alternative Schooling
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Tin Foil Hat With Sam Tripoli

Tin Foil Hat With Sam Tripoli · Jan 23, 2026

#959: Spy Vs Spy With John Kiriakou

Former CIA director; ordered Kiriakou's prosecution for espionage; example of selective justice for officials

CIA Torture Program and Whistleblower ProsecutionOperation Mockingbird and Media ManipulationAI-Generated Deepfakes and Epistemic Warfare
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Lex Fridman Podcast

Lex Fridman Podcast · Aug 24, 2025

#478 – Scott Horton: The Case Against War and the Military Industrial Complex

CIA Director who demanded Ukraine military escalation in 2014, initiating the civil war that led to Russian invasion

NATO Expansion and Russian Security ConcernsMilitary-Industrial Complex and Defense Contractor InfluenceU.S. Support for Israel and Palestinian Occupation
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The Tim Dillon Show

The Tim Dillon Show · Jul 22, 2025

454 - Emergency Podcast: The Epstein Cover-Up

Involved in Crossfire Hurricane operation; alleged to have suppressed Epstein investigation

Epstein blackmail operation and intelligence agency involvementTrump administration cover-up of classified Epstein filesNetanyahu influence on U.S. foreign policy
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