The provided texts examine the life and death of investigative journalist Danny Casolaro, who was researching a purported clandestine organization called "The Octopus," allegedly influencing major political events. A Netflix docuseries, "American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders," explores Casolaro's investigation and his mysterious death, ruled a suicide but suspected by many to be murder. A podcast episode further details Casolaro's research into "The Octopus," focusing on its alleged involvement in events such as the Iran-Contra affair and the John F. Kennedy assassination. The sources analyze the plausibility of Casolaro's claims and explore various theories surrounding his death, including the possibility of foul play by powerful figures. Ultimately, the texts present a compelling and multifaceted investigation into a complex conspiracy theory.