EP#357 | DSD | Who Really Killed JFK? Unraveling the LBJ Connection
📄 Episode Overview
In Episode #357, Ray dives deep into the controversial transition from John F. Kennedy to Lyndon B. Johnson, dissecting the stark differences in policy and ideology between the two presidents. From Vietnam to the CIA, the Federal Reserve to foreign policy with Israel, Ray breaks down the radical pivots that followed JFK's assassination. He also teases future episodes with high-profile guests like Bart Sibrel and Phil Tourney to expand on this critical historical narrative. This episode challenges official narratives and poses one big question: who truly benefited from JFK’s death?
🎯 Key Takeaways
• JFK aimed to withdraw from Vietnam; LBJ escalated it into a full-scale war.
• JFK mistrusted the CIA and sought reform; LBJ empowered it.
• JFK challenged centralized financial power; LBJ reinforced it.
🧠 Summary
This episode explores the profound shift in American policy after JFK’s assassination, spotlighting Lyndon B. Johnson’s role in reversing nearly every major initiative Kennedy set in motion. Ray focuses on five pillars: Vietnam, the CIA, the Federal Reserve, Israel's nuclear program, and foreign agent registration. He outlines how JFK's anti-war stance, skepticism toward intelligence agencies, and efforts to reduce the Federal Reserve’s control were rapidly undone by LBJ. Ray connects these reversals to broader themes of military-industrial power, financial control, and foreign influence, drawing attention to overlooked events like the USS Liberty attack and the rise of AIPAC.
🔎 Practical Tips
• Question official historical narratives—who benefits?
• Study primary policy changes following leadership transitions.
• Look for patterns between war, finance, and political power consolidation.
📚 Research Spotlight
JFK’s Executive Order 11110 challenged the Federal Reserve’s power by allowing the U.S. Treasury to issue silver certificates. This move, seen as a threat to centralized banking power, was reversed by LBJ, reasserting the Fed’s monopoly over currency issuance.
❓FAQ
Q: Did JFK really plan to withdraw from Vietnam?
A: Yes. He signed an order in 1963 to pull out all U.S. troops. After his assassination, LBJ escalated U.S. involvement into a full-scale war.
Q: What was JFK’s stance on the CIA?
A: After the Bay of Pigs fiasco, JFK famously stated he wanted to "shatter the CIA into a thousand pieces." He distrusted their power and global interference.
Q: Why does Ray believe LBJ wasn’t serving U.S. interests?
A: Ray argues that LBJ’s policies overwhelmingly benefited military, intelligence, and financial elites rather than the American public, and reversed reforms JFK championed.
⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps
• 00:00 – Opening & Health Update
• 01:47 – Bart Sibrel Interview Tease
• 04:09 – JFK vs. LBJ: Intro to Key Themes
• 06:27 – Vietnam: Withdrawal vs. Escalation
• 08:03 – CIA: Reform vs. Expansion
• 15:25 – The Federal Reserve Divide
• 18:37 – Israel & Nuclear Inspections
• 20:07 – AIPAC & Foreign Agent Registration
• 21:47 – USS Liberty & Cover-Up
• 22:19 – Great Society: Warfare & Welfare
• 23:36 – Final Reflections
• 25:15 – Sponsor: Zipix Nicotine Toothpicks
🧭 Final Thought
When policy shifts so drastically after an assassination, it's worth asking not just who pulled the trigger—but who pulled the strings.
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