Robert is joined again by Gareth Reynolds & Dave Anthony (The Dollop) for part three of our epic six part series on Henry Kissinger.
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03/22/22 • 78 min
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Behind the Bastards - Part Three: Kissinger
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In this episode titled "Part Three: Kissinger," the podcast explores Henry Kissinger's role in ordering bombings in Cambodia during the Vietnam War. Kissinger, alongside President Nixon, coordinated the bombings using B-52 bombers, resulting in widespread destruction and civilian casualties. The purpose of these bombings was to preserve personal power for Kissinger and Nixon, ultimately leading to international outcry and protests. The episode delves into Kissinger's centralized power as National Security Advisor, his disregard for civilian casualties, and his manipulation of the media. Additionally, the podcast highlights Kissinger's support for the Khmer Rouge regime and his role in creating the circumstances that brought Pol Pot to power in Cambodia. The devastating effects of the bombings on Cambodia's economy, loss of life, and the total death toll are examined, while criticisms of Kissinger's actions are presented. The episode also touches on the cracks in America's domestic consensus and Nixon's illegal expansions of domestic surveillance, which ultimately contributed to his downfall in the Watergate scandal. It is a revealing and critical examination of Kissinger's decisions and their impact on the conflicts.
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Part Three: Kissinger Top Questions Answered
How did Henry Kissinger manipulate and deceive students with his words despite causing harm through his actions?
Henry Kissinger used his charisma and persuasive language to manipulate and deceive students, creating a dissonance between his words and the harmful actions he was responsible for.
Why did Kissinger and Nixon view the disastrous ground operation in Laos as a win?
Kissinger and Nixon saw the ground operation in Laos as a win because it benefited their re-election campaign, even though it led to disastrous consequences.
What was the outcome of Kissinger's involvement in Cambodia?
Kissinger's involvement in Cambodia resulted in a historic crime with hundreds of thousands of deaths and near-total destruction of Cambodian villages.
Why do war criminals like Kissinger often die peacefully without facing punishment for their actions?
Despite committing atrocities, war criminals like Kissinger often die peacefully without facing punishment due to a lack of accountability and justice in the system.
How were B-52 bombers used in the bombings ordered by Kissinger?
B-52 bombers, massive planes incapable of precision bombing, were used to carry out the bombings ordered by Kissinger.
What were the motivations behind Kissinger and Nixon's bombings in Cambodia?
Kissinger and Nixon's motivations for the bombings in Cambodia were to preserve their personal power rather than achieving a military victory.
How did protests and international outcry arise as a result of the New York Times revealing the bombings?
After the New York Times revealed the bombings, protests and international outcry ensued due to the indiscriminate nature of the bombings and resulting civilian casualties.
What were the congressional inquiries about the illegal carpet bombing?
Congressional inquiries were conducted to investigate the illegal carpet bombing ordered by Kissinger and Nixon in Cambodia.
How did Kissinger exert control over bombing missions and foreign policy decisions?
Kissinger had a tremendous degree of control over the national security apparatus and US foreign policy, allowing him to micromanage bombing campaigns, engage in secret diplomacy, and make significant decisions.
How did the bombing campaign in Cambodia affect the legacy of Kissinger's actions?
The bombing campaign in Cambodia resulted in a high number of casualties, leaving unexploded bombs in the soil, and continues to cause injuries and deaths to this day, contributing to the lasting legacy of Kissinger's actions.
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