Episode
Part One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
1:10:59
Published: Tue Sep 25 2018
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Have you ever heard of a guy named Erik Prince? In episode 23, Robert is joined by Miles Gray (The Daily Zeitgeist) and they discuss the life of Erik Prince the man who wants his own Air Force. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
Despite his reputation as the founder of Blackwater and all the allegations surrounding him, Eric Prince was also involved in the creation of illuminated mirrors commonly found in cars.
00:00 - 01:41 (01:41)
Summary
Despite his reputation as the founder of Blackwater and all the allegations surrounding him, Eric Prince was also involved in the creation of illuminated mirrors commonly found in cars.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A discussion on Edgar Prince, his background, wealth, and foundations that reflect his conservative views such as abstinence education, state-sponsored prayer, and fighting against abortion.
01:41 - 06:52 (05:11)
Summary
A discussion on Edgar Prince, his background, wealth, and foundations that reflect his conservative views such as abstinence education, state-sponsored prayer, and fighting against abortion. The speaker also points out the irony in Prince's political stance regarding morality and the current state of presidential affairs.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In 1990, a young man became an intern at George H.W.
06:52 - 10:34 (03:41)
Summary
In 1990, a young man became an intern at George H.W. Bush's White House and was determined to create a gym for cops and military personnel. He believed that the Clean Air Act was anti-business and preferred a government philosophy that didn't interfere with businesses.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Eric is undeterred by the CIA and their polygraph tests as he pursues his dream of carrying guns in foreign countries.
10:34 - 14:06 (03:32)
Summary
Eric is undeterred by the CIA and their polygraph tests as he pursues his dream of carrying guns in foreign countries.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This podcast episode explores the morality and ethics surrounding the use of private military contractors in Iraq and Afghanistan, from the poorly paid foreigners who work in support roles to the highly paid operatives who engage in combat.
14:07 - 18:39 (04:32)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the morality and ethics surrounding the use of private military contractors in Iraq and Afghanistan, from the poorly paid foreigners who work in support roles to the highly paid operatives who engage in combat.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Journalists detail the beauty of Koh Tao island in Thailand while also sharing stories of armed guards and a lack of infrastructure.
18:40 - 23:09 (04:28)
Summary
Journalists detail the beauty of Koh Tao island in Thailand while also sharing stories of armed guards and a lack of infrastructure.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker discusses the United States' questionable behavior in destitute communities and how people tend to believe that those communities will find a way to take advantage of the situation.
23:09 - 27:55 (04:46)
Summary
The speaker discusses the United States' questionable behavior in destitute communities and how people tend to believe that those communities will find a way to take advantage of the situation.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The use of military contractors has come to represent the war effort of the United States both past and present, particularly in Iraq, where there were more contractors than service members.
27:56 - 32:08 (04:12)
Summary
The use of military contractors has come to represent the war effort of the United States both past and present, particularly in Iraq, where there were more contractors than service members.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The podcast discusses the strange origin story of a wealthy individual who went on to commit violence, as well as the possible reasons behind their actions.
32:08 - 36:52 (04:43)
Summary
The podcast discusses the strange origin story of a wealthy individual who went on to commit violence, as well as the possible reasons behind their actions. They also explore the strategy used to manage the aftermath and the legitimacy of their defense.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In this conversation, the hosts delve into the history of Blackwater and its founder Erik Prince, discussing his notable connections and the controversy surrounding his company.
36:52 - 40:25 (03:33)
Summary
In this conversation, the hosts delve into the history of Blackwater and its founder Erik Prince, discussing his notable connections and the controversy surrounding his company. They also explore the connection between Blackwater and video game training centers, raising concerns about the potential implications of such technology in real-world warfare.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Eric Prince started using Frontier Services Group to build his own private air force for small African nations who needed to suppress insurgencies, without the approval of the rest of the company.
40:25 - 43:39 (03:13)
Summary
Eric Prince started using Frontier Services Group to build his own private air force for small African nations who needed to suppress insurgencies, without the approval of the rest of the company.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Eric Prince starts a logistics company with the Chinese government to provide aerial surveillance for areas like mines in Africa and Southeast Asia, preventing insurgent attacks.
43:39 - 48:11 (04:32)
Summary
Eric Prince starts a logistics company with the Chinese government to provide aerial surveillance for areas like mines in Africa and Southeast Asia, preventing insurgent attacks.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker clears up some misconceptions about crop dusting planes, clarifying that they are not old propeller planes and discussing the pylons that bombs hang on.
48:11 - 51:33 (03:22)
Summary
The speaker clears up some misconceptions about crop dusting planes, clarifying that they are not old propeller planes and discussing the pylons that bombs hang on.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Airborne technologies leaked a story to "The Intercept" about a plane registered in San Marino taking off from Greece, however, there is no documented evidence on how it was made or who ordered it.
51:34 - 55:26 (03:52)
Summary
Airborne technologies leaked a story to "The Intercept" about a plane registered in San Marino taking off from Greece, however, there is no documented evidence on how it was made or who ordered it.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The government often imposes light punishments on corporations and individuals who commit crimes, while imposing harsher punishments on others for the same or lesser offenses.
55:26 - 58:27 (03:01)
Summary
The government often imposes light punishments on corporations and individuals who commit crimes, while imposing harsher punishments on others for the same or lesser offenses. This could be due to business relationships or political affiliations.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker expresses their curiosity and interest in understanding more about Saddam Hussein's past and upbringing, despite there being little reliable information available on it.
58:27 - 1:02:05 (03:37)
Summary
The speaker expresses their curiosity and interest in understanding more about Saddam Hussein's past and upbringing, despite there being little reliable information available on it.
EpisodePart One: Erik Prince: The Rich Kid Who Bought An Army
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Daily Zeitgeist is a daily podcast where Jack O'Brien discusses various social media platforms and current events.
1:02:05 - 1:04:07 (02:01)
Summary
The Daily Zeitgeist is a daily podcast where Jack O'Brien discusses various social media platforms and current events.