Lawyers, Guns, and Money

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It’s 1985, and John Mattes, a public defender in Miami, meets his first client, who claims to be part of a CIA operation running guns in Central America. As Mattes investigates, he is pulled deep into a dangerous world of mercenaries, drug kingpins, and what would become one of the biggest White House scandals of the 20th Century. Lawyers Guns and Money will take you on a thrilling and dangerous ride that dives deep into American covert operations, secret wars, and dirty politics. Hosted by Jon Cryer. Produced by Jon Cryer and Jack Bryan. Written and edited by Jack Bryan. A Discount Sushi/Bunker Crew Media/MSW Media production.

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    • Mar 25, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 20 EPISODES
    • 2 SEASONS

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    The Lawyers, Guns, and Money podcast is a fascinating and brilliant exploration of the history of Republican corruption. The host delves into various aspects of corruption within the Republican party and presents a compelling narrative that sheds light on their true colors. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the extent of Republican corruption.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to connect the dots and provide a comprehensive overview of the history of Republican corruption. It covers a wide range of topics including gaslighting, manipulation, disinformation, cults, spooks, private contractors, and more. The host does an excellent job of linking these elements together and showcasing how they have played out over the past decade or so. It's a mind-bending journey that leaves you questioning what is real and how hidden forces have shaped our reality.

    However, one potential downside is that some listeners may find it difficult to follow at times. The podcast covers a lot of ground and introduces numerous characters and timelines. While the host provides reminders and summaries, it can still be overwhelming to keep track of everything. Additionally, some listeners may not fully believe everything that is presented in the podcast as it explores conspiracy theories and involves individuals who were severely mentally ill during these events.

    In conclusion, The Lawyers, Guns, and Money podcast is a compelling listen that offers valuable insights into the history of Republican corruption. While it may be challenging to follow at times and not everyone may believe all aspects presented, it offers a unique perspective on hidden forces at work in our society. If you're looking for an engaging exploration of political corruption with thought-provoking content, this podcast is worth checking out.



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    Introducing: The Man Who Calculated Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 2:22


    In 2013, journalist Suzanne Rico gets the call. Her mother, Gabriele, is dying. As time ticks down, Gabriele reveals she has written an incomplete memoir about her traumatic childhood in World War II Germany - and makes a daunting last request: "Finish what I started." When Suzanne and her sister, Stephanie, dive into their mother's turbulent past, they come face to face with the mind blowing mysteries that swirl around inventor Robert Lusser - their grandfather - and his work building a secret super weapon for Adolf Hitler. The most puzzling of which is the mysterious, violent death of his wife. As they struggle to bring closure to something as intimate as a memoir, they have no idea of the revelations in store, or the reckoning they will require.  WINNER - Best Writing - Gracie Awards 2025 - Alliance for Women in MediaNOMINEE - Best Indie Podcast - Ambie Awards 2025 - The Podcast Academy“10 Best of 2024” - Crime Writers On PodcastFEATURED PODCAST - Apple PodcastsTOP TEN History Podcast of the Month - Goodpods

    7. The Floating Crap Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2023 36:20


    The Kerry Hearings releases their findings, the Cold War ends, and we find out why all this is still important. Lawyers, Guns, and Money is available early and ad-free at lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.com

    6. Prosecution

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 51:35


    Mattes quits his job as a public defender to defend Flaco, Kerry gets public hearings of his own, and Mattes defends Morales in a case, and Mattes, again, finds himself in danger. Lawyers, Guns, and Money is available early and ad-free at lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.com

    5. Cover Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023 43:37


    While the Kerry Investigation is targeted and spied upon by the US Government, the story of the Contra War blows up in the news, and hearings are held, but there is suspicion that the hearings themselves are a cover-up.  Lawyers, Guns, and Money is available early and ad-free at lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.com

    4. Cocaine

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 44:21


    Mattes connects with world powerboat champion and cartel drug smuggler Jorge Morales. Morales says he knows all the people Mattes has been investigating because he has been running drugs for them and paying them to squash his indictment.Lawyers, Guns, and Money is available early and ad-free at lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.com

    3. CIA

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 44:22


    Mattes' new whistleblower starts working with a secret team of leakers within the Intelligence Community. As Mattes' investigation takes him to Central America, he finds himself dangerously caught in the CIA's crosshairs. Lawyers, Guns, and Money is available early and ad-free at lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.com

    2. Mercenaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 47:15


    As The Kerry Investigation starts, Mattes and Kerry's staff track down a mercenary who was reportedly running operations in the field for the secret war being run by the White House, and his story will change everything Mattes thinks he knows about covert operations. If you would like this podcast early and ad-free please go to:https://lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.com/

    1. Miami, 1985

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 41:53


    When Jesus Garcia is arrested on gun charges, he explains to his lawyer, John Mattes, that he has been set up by members of a CIA-backed operation running guns into Central America. As Mattes investigates, he finds supporting evidence and gets the attention of a newly elected Senator.  Lawyers, Guns, and Money is available early and ad-free at lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.com

    Lawyers Guns and Money - Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 2:17


    It's 1985, and John Mattes, a public defender in Miami, meets his first client, who claims to be part of a CIA operation running guns in Central America. As Mattes investigates, he is pulled deep into a dangerous world of mercenaries, drug kingpins, and what would become one of the biggest White House scandals of the 20th Century. Lawyers Guns and Money will take you on a thrilling and dangerous ride that dives deep into American covert operations, secret wars, and dirty politics. Episode 1 Drops October 29thGet each episode ad-free and early by subscribing on SupercastLawyersGunsAndMoney.Supercast.comHosted by Jon Cryer. Produced by Jon Cryer and Jack Bryan. Written and edited by Jack Bryan. A Discount Sushi/Bunker Crew Media/MSW Media production.

    American Psyop - Bonus Episode with Dr. Steve Hassan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 47:59


    On this bonus episode cult expert and deprogrammer, Dr. Steven Hassan joins hosts Wes Clark jr and Emily Bicks to discuss the tactics of undue influence and mind control that were used against Wes, why they work, and how to combat them.

    American Psyop - Revelation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2023 52:52


    Wes and Desiree discuss how their experiences have overlapped and what that can teach us about threats to American democracy.

    American Psyop - Forsaken, Almost Human

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 52:39


    Wes attempts to move on with his life but finds himself even more deeply entrenched in danger and suspicion than ever before. 

    American Psyop - The Second Coming

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 46:45


    After Wes returns from Standing Rock, he sees several familiar faces and some strange new ones.

    American Psyop - Psalm 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 42:02


    Wes' Standing Rock experience takes a dark turn as characters from his past start reappearing in his life.  

    American Psyop - The Black Snake

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 41:28


    Wes goes to the Standing Rock protest while experiencing a psychotic episode and attempts to fulfill what he believes is his destiny.

    American Psyop - The Book of Wes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 46:29


    As Wes prepares to leave for Standing Rock he descends into madness.

    American Psyop - The Watchers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 43:18


    We follow Wes through his experience as a political pundit for The Young Turks and his work in activism which pulls him into a dark world of chaos, manipulation, and madness.

    American Psyop - Hollywood Babylon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 41:31


    Wes enters the film industry where he is almost immediately targeted by intelligence operations as well as shady Hollywood players, and he discovers that sometimes these worlds overlap.

    American Psyop -Genesis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 38:52


    This episode takes us through Wes' background and how he became an attractive target for operations. Through his military career, his time in Hollywood, and his father's presidential run, Wes finds himself on the edge of a dark and mysterious world that will soon take over his life.

    American Psyop - Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 2:05


    American Psyop takes the audience through the amazing and inexplicable life of Wes Clark jr, the son of a NATO General and presidential candidate. After leaving the military for Hollywood, Wes finds himself subject to foreign intelligence operations. Soon, Wes is surrounded by a religious cult, loses his grasp on reality and descends into a world of dirty politics, mercenary organizations and possible threats to American Democracy. Now, with the help of journalist Emily Bicks, Wes tries to make sense of his messy life. Edited and Directed by Jack Bryan. Produced by Stacey Sher, Jack Bryan, and Marley Clements Executive Produced by Grant DeSimone and Ben Meiselas. 

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