Episode
Part Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
1:12:10
Published: Thu May 26 2022
Description
Robert is joined again by Shereen Lani Younes to continue to discuss the Liberian Civil War.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Listeners of the Behind the Bastards podcast are being urged to donate to the Portland Diaper Bank, which provides diapers for low-income families.
00:00 - 01:57 (01:57)
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Listeners of the Behind the Bastards podcast are being urged to donate to the Portland Diaper Bank, which provides diapers for low-income families. The goal is to raise $25,000, which will help even more children in need in 2021.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
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Innsminger, a white expat running a plantation in Liberia, sends different messages to indigenous Liberians and white workers at Firestone, after inventing Converse and invading Liberia.
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Innsminger, a white expat running a plantation in Liberia, sends different messages to indigenous Liberians and white workers at Firestone, after inventing Converse and invading Liberia.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Liberian civil war was characterized by atrocious war crimes, including the killing of men and the rape and murder of women and children.
06:50 - 14:44 (07:53)
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The Liberian civil war was characterized by atrocious war crimes, including the killing of men and the rape and murder of women and children. Charles Taylor enlisted child soldiers for his army and his opponent, Samuel Doe, retaliated in kind.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker discusses how some historical figures, like Taylor, are not necessarily revered or feared, and how traumatic experiences can shape leadership styles.
14:44 - 17:45 (03:01)
Summary
The speaker discusses how some historical figures, like Taylor, are not necessarily revered or feared, and how traumatic experiences can shape leadership styles.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The popularly held beliefs about General Butt Naked's upbringing are largely inaccurate, particularly his claims about being a child priest who carried out human sacrifices.
17:45 - 23:00 (05:15)
Summary
The popularly held beliefs about General Butt Naked's upbringing are largely inaccurate, particularly his claims about being a child priest who carried out human sacrifices. Anthropologists have found no evidence of such practices existing in indigenous societies and communities in Liberia.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Blahey, a former Liberian warlord, was involved in mid-level scams and crimes before becoming a high priest of a secret cult that practiced black magic and human sacrifice.
23:00 - 27:35 (04:34)
Summary
Blahey, a former Liberian warlord, was involved in mid-level scams and crimes before becoming a high priest of a secret cult that practiced black magic and human sacrifice. He eventually converted to Christianity and has dedicated his life to evangelism.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The leader of a militia group is recruiting children as young as nine to participate in violent street fights with guns, which is considered a war crime.
27:35 - 35:16 (07:41)
Summary
The leader of a militia group is recruiting children as young as nine to participate in violent street fights with guns, which is considered a war crime. Although some of the claims made by the leader may not be true, the recruitment of young children for such activities is concerning.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Liberian warlords have committed heinous crimes that are worth condemning and discussing, but they are often sensationalized and separated from the war crimes that receive endorsement.
35:16 - 42:58 (07:41)
Summary
Liberian warlords have committed heinous crimes that are worth condemning and discussing, but they are often sensationalized and separated from the war crimes that receive endorsement. Additionally, some warlords, such as Butt Naked, have justified their actions by claiming they are necessary for fighting against those engaging in practices such as cannibalism and human sacrifice, leading to the creation of a mythic persona.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
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The behavior of Blahyi's rival that involves child soldiers is a different form of violent conning while Blahyi himself is criticized through ableism for his violent behavior.
42:58 - 50:33 (07:35)
Summary
The behavior of Blahyi's rival that involves child soldiers is a different form of violent conning while Blahyi himself is criticized through ableism for his violent behavior.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Leymah Gbowee, a group of Liberian women, formed the Women of Liberia Mass Action for Peace (WLMAP) to demand an end to the conflict.
50:33 - 58:10 (07:37)
Summary
Leymah Gbowee, a group of Liberian women, formed the Women of Liberia Mass Action for Peace (WLMAP) to demand an end to the conflict. The Christian and Muslim women worked together to issue a statement condemning all sides in the civil war for their abuses of women and children.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This podcast episode discusses the investigation and decision to either pardon or prosecute those who have committed war crimes, and the potential consequences of each action.
58:10 - 1:01:55 (03:45)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the investigation and decision to either pardon or prosecute those who have committed war crimes, and the potential consequences of each action. The episode also showcases an interview with a war criminal and his admittance of guilt.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
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A man establishes a home for former child soldiers in Africa and receives funds to make things right and help them heal.
1:01:55 - 1:06:34 (04:38)
Summary
A man establishes a home for former child soldiers in Africa and receives funds to make things right and help them heal.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
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The podcast discusses Logan Paul's ugly behavior towards people he's wronged, and how he harasses them on camera to demand forgiveness.
1:06:34 - 1:10:38 (04:04)
Summary
The podcast discusses Logan Paul's ugly behavior towards people he's wronged, and how he harasses them on camera to demand forgiveness. They also raise a question about whether Logan Paul's redemption arc is similar to that of serial killers.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
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The discussion revolves around a war criminal named Blachy who got sentenced to prison but did not receive the recommended truth and reconciliation process for his crimes.
1:10:38 - 1:13:15 (02:36)
Summary
The discussion revolves around a war criminal named Blachy who got sentenced to prison but did not receive the recommended truth and reconciliation process for his crimes. Some people still believe he helped them after the war, but the speaker remains conflicted about his actions.
EpisodePart Two: General Butt-Naked and the Liberian Civil War
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Dozens of tourists have died under mysterious circumstances on the idyllic island of Koh Tao over the past 20 years.
1:13:15 - 1:15:03 (01:48)
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Dozens of tourists have died under mysterious circumstances on the idyllic island of Koh Tao over the past 20 years.