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Muammar Gaddafi

Mentioned in 12 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

Libyan political leader whose regime and fall are frequently referenced in podcast discussions of U.S. foreign policy and military intervention. Podcasts cite his regime's surrender of nuclear weapons followed by subsequent overthrow as a cautionary example regarding international agreements and regime change, and discuss his removal as a case study in how U.S. and European strategic interests shape military actions abroad.

Episode Appearances

DISGRACELAND

DISGRACELAND · Mar 12, 2026

Bonus Episode: What Music Do Serial Killers and the Worst People In The World Listen to?

Libyan dictator who enjoyed Nelly Furtado, Mariah Carey, 50 Cent, and Beyoncé; paid Furtado $1 million to perform

Serial killer music preferences and psychological profilingEthical implications of musicians performing for dictatorsTrue crime narrative construction and myth-making in popular culture
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Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio · Mar 4, 2026

The Most Powerful People You’ve Never Heard Of (Update)

Libyan dictator whose regime controlled oil refineries; opposed by rebels financed by Vitol during 2011 civil war.

Commodity Trading Industry Structure and OperationsPhysical Commodity Markets vs. Financial Derivatives TradingMark Rich and the History of Modern Commodity Trading
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Part Of The Problem

Part Of The Problem · Feb 25, 2026

Trump to Sell War at the SOTU

Referenced as regime that surrendered nuclear program then was overthrown, cautionary example for Iran

Iran Nuclear Program and JCPOA NegotiationsU.S. Military Intervention in IranNeoconservative Foreign Policy Influence
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Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know · Feb 10, 2026

CLASSIC: The Hidden History of Assassins, Chapter Two: The Modern Day

Libyan leader whose fall resulted from U.S. actions in Libya, discussed as national interest example

Executive Order 12333 and legal frameworks for assassinationSchool of the Americas and military assassination trainingDrone warfare and targeted killing programs
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The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast

The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast · Jan 27, 2026

Unlocking Culinary Secrets: David's Journey from News to Wine. Full Interview

Libyan leader interviewed by Page after U.S. military strike; anecdote illustrates Page's international reporting experience

Career Transitions in MediaFood Network Production and DevelopmentInvestigative Journalism Standards
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The Rest Is Classified

The Rest Is Classified · Jan 21, 2026

119. Inside Iran: Why Trump Didn’t Intervene (Ep 2)

Libyan leader killed during 2011 uprising after NATO military intervention supported rebel forces

Intelligence Analysis of Revolutionary SituationsRegime Stability Assessment Frameworks1979 Iranian Revolution Intelligence Failures
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Stubborn Things

Stubborn Things · Jan 20, 2026

From the Halls of Caracas to the Shores of Tripoli

Libyan leader whose removal was supported by European powers due to geographic proximity to Europe

U.S. Military Intervention in VenezuelaPresidential War Powers vs. Congressional AuthorityMonroe Doctrine and Roosevelt Corollary
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American Alchemy with Jesse Michels

American Alchemy with Jesse Michels · Dec 14, 2025

"I Was Taken By Aliens In 1997!" -President of Russian Republic

Libyan leader with whom Ilyumzinov played chess publicly to demonstrate mental fitness during political crisis

Extraterrestrial Contact and Abduction ExperiencesGovernment UFO/UAP Programs and ClassificationAncient Astronaut Theory and Archaeological Evidence
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The Tim Dillon Show

The Tim Dillon Show · Nov 22, 2025

471 - The Epstein Files & Thanksgiving In Syria

Former Libyan leader whose overthrow exemplifies US regime change intervention pattern

Epstein Files DeclassificationUS Foreign Policy in Middle EastSyria Civil War Profiteering
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Fiasco

Fiasco · Sep 8, 2025

Benghazi: Episode 2 - We Will Stay Here

Libyan dictator whose 42-year regime was overthrown during the 2011 revolution

Libya's 2011 Revolution and Arab SpringU.S. Diplomatic Strategy in LibyaNATO Military Intervention in Libya
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Fiasco

Fiasco · Sep 8, 2025

Benghazi: Episode 1 - The Dictator

Libyan dictator who ruled for 42 years, committed widespread human rights abuses, and reconciled with the U.S. under Bush administration

U.S.-Libya diplomatic relations normalizationMuammar Gaddafi regime and human rights abusesAbu Salim prison massacre (1996)
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Fiasco

Fiasco · Aug 25, 2025

Introducing Fiasco: Benghazi

Former Libyan regime leader whose fall is examined as context for the Benghazi attack

2012 Benghazi AttackU.S. Embassy SecurityAmbassador Chris Stevens
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