In this episode we continue our discussion on JFK and the Vietnam War. We review Kennedy's culpability in escalating the conflict, and his thoughts in 1963 regarding when and how to end the war. We discuss the significance of his plan to withdraw one thousand military personnel, and what his likely actions would have been had he lived. We question what plans had been made by others regarding Vietnam prior to Kennedy's death, and Lyndon Johnson's Vietnam policy following the assassination.

Intro Music: 'Destructoid' by MK2. Outro Music: 'Strut Funk' by Dougie Wood.

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This is a demo of the first song in an upcoming theatrical performance about the JFK Assassination (titled 'JFK Assassination: A Musical Review). In this song the three performers introduce the audience to John F. Kennedy. They discuss his upbringing, family, political career, health, and extra-marital affairs. They also review some of the ways in which he evolved as President, and how the 'powers-that-be' felt about his evolution.

Written, performed, and recorded by 'Awakened Reality Podcast- JFK Assassination'.

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In this episode we discuss John F. Kennedy and the Vietnam War. What were its causes? What are the different views on what the conflict represented? How and when did the United States get involved? We discuss the assassination of the President of South Vietnam, Ngo Dinh Diem. We also begin to discuss JFK's actions and thoughts regarding the Vietnam War.

Intro Music: 'Destructoid' by MK2. Outro Music: 'Strut Funk' by Dougie Wood.

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In this episode we continue our discussion of the Federal Reserve. We turn from the question of whether the Federal Reserve might have been involved in the JFK assassination, and instead consider current issues regarding the Federal Reserve. We discuss the Fed's direct subsidy to private banks. We review some of the other benefits bestowed by the Federal Reserve on member banks. We also ask whether it is a good idea to give a private organization so much control over economic policy making.

Intro Music: 'Destructoid' by MK2. Outro Music: 'Strut Funk' by Dougie Wood.

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In this episode we continue our discussion of John F. Kennedy and the Federal Reserve. We explain how and why Kennedy halted sales of silver by the Treasury Department. We review Kennedy's call for Congress to phase out silver certificates in favor of Federal Reserve notes still backed by gold. We discuss his famous executive order 11110, and why that executive order was ignored by future administrations. 

Intro Music: 'Destructoid' by MK2. Outro Music: 'Strut Funk' by Dougie Wood. 

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In this episode we discuss John F. Kennedy and the Federal Reserve. We begin by describing how the federal reserve came into being; who was behind its creation and what was its stated purpose. We break down its components, and describe how it functions and impacts the economy. We begin to explore claims that JFK's plans for the federal reserve may have been a factor in his assassination. Intro Music: 'Destructoid' by MK2. Outro  Music: 'Strut Funk' by Dougie  Wood. For feedback email:  '[email protected]'; we'd love to hear from you!m

In this episode we discuss big oil in the '50s and '60s, its political power and influence, and how JFK's positions regarding big oil (and big oil's tax breaks) changed during his time in office. We describe several Texan oil barons such as Clint Murchison and H.L. Hunt, review their political connections, and question what motives they might have had for wanting JFK out of office. Intro Music: 'Destructoid' by MK2. Outro Music: 'Strut Funk' by Dougie  Wood. For feedback email: '[email protected]'; we'd love to hear from you!m

In this episode we continue to explore evidence that the CIA might have been involved in the JFK assassination. We review testimony regarding the CIA's alleged involvement, and officials' expressed concerns about the potential for CIA overreach. We also cover Trenton Parker's testimony, Gary Underhill's suicide, and Vermont craft beer recommendations.m

In this episode we talk a bit more about U.S. relations with Cuba in the 1960s, and why US-Cuban relations is relevant to the JFK assassination. We review the various CIA plots to assassinate Castro, and discuss some other interesting factoids regarding the JFK-era CIA.m

In this episode we discuss Kennedy and the Cuban Missile Crisis. What events led to the Cuban Missile Crisis? How did Kennedy manage the crisis? Who were the internal players in Washington, and actions did they advocate for? What were the ramifications of how it all went down?  Intro Music: 'Destructoid' by MK2. Outro Music: 'Strut Funk' by Dougie Wood.