Episode Details

In this powerful episode of High Stakes Treason, Michael Jaco joins former CIA officer and whistleblower John Kiriakou alongside author and investigator Ian Trottier for a serious discussion on intelligence operations, accountability, and the allegations surrounding former CIA Director John Brennan.

John Kiriakou shares his firsthand experience inside the CIA, including his decision to expose the agency’s interrogation program and the consequences that followed, including his imprisonment. He reflects on the risks faced by whistleblowers, the importance of transparency, and the broader implications intelligence operations have on national security and civil liberties.

Ian Trottier expands on the themes presented in his book High Stakes Treason, examining claims of corruption, intelligence manipulation, and national security concerns tied to Brennan and the broader intelligence apparatus. Together, they explore the intersection of covert operations, global politics, and the challenge of holding powerful institutions accountable.

This episode of High Stakes Treason provides listeners with insight into one of the most controversial areas of modern intelligence, the courage required to speak out, and the ongoing debate surrounding transparency within the intelligence community.

John Kiriakou
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Kiriakou

Ian Trottier — High Stakes Treason
Website: https://www.highstakestreason.com
Book: https://www.amazon.com/High-Stakes-Treason-Compromised-American/dp/B0FJFZL85X

Michael Jaco
https://michaelkjaco.com