Newt's World

Newt talks with Margaret Roberts about her new book, “Blowback: The Untold Story of the FBI and the Oklahoma City Bombing.” Roberts who is the former news director of America's Most Wanted, reexamines the Oklahoma City bombing, challenging the lone wolf terrorism narrative with evidence suggesting a neo-Nazi plot and FBI involvement. Roberts reveals her investigative journey, including exclusive interviews with co-conspirator Terry Nichols, who alleges Timothy McVeigh was an undercover federal operative. Her book explores the FBI’s PATCON program, suggesting the bombing was a sting operation gone wrong. Roberts calls for transparency and the release of FBI documents to uncover the truth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newt talks with Neil Chilson, current head of AI Policy at the Abundance Institute, about President Trump’s “Winning the Race: America’s AI Action Plan,” which aims to accelerate AI innovation, build American AI infrastructure, and lead in international AI diplomacy and security. Chilson highlights the importance of AI for U.S. global dominance, emphasizing its potential in various sectors like healthcare and defense. Their conversation also touches on the strategic significance of Taiwan in chip production and the challenges of AI regulation, particularly in Europe. The Abundance Institute focuses on emerging technologies, advocating for a culture that embraces innovation and a regulatory environment that enables it. They conclude with optimism about AI's role in medicine and the potential for a future with greater technological advancements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newt talks with veteran political reporter Salena Zito about her new book, “Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America’s Heartland.” Their discussion centers around the assassination attempt on Donald J. Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13th, 2024. Zito, who was present at the event, shares her firsthand experience and insights into the incident, the subsequent reactions, and the profound impact on Trump and the American electorate. Their conversation explores themes of place, faith, and resilience, highlighting Zito's unique perspective on middle America's relationship with Trump. Her book, which has reached the New York Times Bestseller list, delves into the untold stories of the heartland and Trump's journey back into the electorate's favor. They also discuss the challenges faced by the Secret Service during the event and the broader implications for journalism and political coverage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newt talks with Jonathan Dickinson, CEO and José Inzunza, Chief Medical Officer, Co-Founders of Ambio Life Sciences, a global leader in integrative Ibogaine treatment. They discuss the potential of Ibogaine as a therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder, opioid addiction, and depression. Ibogaine is classified as a Schedule I controlled substance by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency and is primarily administered in treatment facilities outside the U.S., such as in Mexico and Canada. They talk about their experiences administering Ibogaine and insights into its therapeutic effects, particularly the ability to mitigate opioid withdrawal symptoms and improve neurological health. They also highlight the importance of patient preparation and the need for ongoing support post-treatment to prevent relapse. Ambio Life Sciences collaborated with Stanford University and their pioneering clinical program for neurodegenerative diseases to study conditions like Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis. Their discussion underscores Ibogaine's potential to revolutionize addiction treatment and neurological health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newt talks with Daniel Silva, #1 New York Times bestselling novelist known for his Gabriel Allon series. Silva discusses his latest novel, "An Inside Job," the 25th installment in the series, which features the intriguing character Gabriel Allon, an art restorer and legendary spy. Silva shares the inspiration behind Allon's character, including influences from real-life art restorers and historical events like Munich massacre of Israeli Olympic athletes in September 1972. Their conversation explores the novel's plot, which involves a mysterious death in Venice and a scandal at the Vatican, drawing parallels to real-world events. Silva also discusses his writing process, which includes crafting his novels in longhand on yellow legal pads, and his unique approach to storytelling without a predefined outline. Silva describes his knowledge of art, history, and the intricacies of Vatican politics, which makes this latest novel very engaging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lives of these men are essential to understanding the American form of government and our ideals of liberty. The Founding Fathers all played key roles in the securing of American independence from Great Britain and in the creation of the government of the United States of America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lives of these men are essential to understanding the American form of government and our ideals of liberty. The Founding Fathers all played key roles in the securing of American independence from Great Britain and in the creation of the government of the United States of America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lives of these men are essential to understanding the American form of government and our ideals of liberty. The Founding Fathers all played key roles in the securing of American independence from Great Britain and in the creation of the government of the United States of America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lives of these men are essential to understanding the American form of government and our ideals of liberty. The Founding Fathers all played key roles in the securing of American independence from Great Britain and in the creation of the government of the United States of America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lives of these men are essential to understanding the American form of government and our ideals of liberty. The Founding Fathers all played key roles in the securing of American independence from Great Britain and in the creation of the government of the United States of America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.