Episode
Part Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
51:00
Published: Thu Jul 12 2018
Description
Robert is joined again by David Bell and they continue discuss the insane life of the controversial former leader of Libya, Muammar Qaddafi. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
The podcast discusses the life of Muammar Gaddafi and how he spent his oil wealth to become one of the richest men on earth, while also being known for his crazy theories and brutal regime.
00:00 - 03:40 (03:40)
Summary
The podcast discusses the life of Muammar Gaddafi and how he spent his oil wealth to become one of the richest men on earth, while also being known for his crazy theories and brutal regime.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker shares about how as a kid, he was fascinated with Gamal Nasser, the president of Egypt, who sought to reunite the Ottoman Empire.
03:40 - 08:55 (05:14)
Summary
The speaker shares about how as a kid, he was fascinated with Gamal Nasser, the president of Egypt, who sought to reunite the Ottoman Empire. The speaker also discusses Ronald Reagan’s portrayal of Qaddafi as a deadly figure, which is only partially true.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The possibility of Gaddafi having faked his daughter's death or his daughter having died during a NATO bombing is explored with the backdrop of a statue commemorating the attack that he erected, in addition to Gaddafi's gathering of supporters and foreign diplomats on March 3rd, 1988, at the Furnash Prison in Tripoli.
08:55 - 14:24 (05:29)
Summary
The possibility of Gaddafi having faked his daughter's death or his daughter having died during a NATO bombing is explored with the backdrop of a statue commemorating the attack that he erected, in addition to Gaddafi's gathering of supporters and foreign diplomats on March 3rd, 1988, at the Furnash Prison in Tripoli.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Great Man-Made River Scheme, a project that provides 70% of Libya's fresh water, took up 15% of the government's budget and was under construction for a very long time, contributing to the country's economic collapse.
14:25 - 16:53 (02:27)
Summary
The Great Man-Made River Scheme, a project that provides 70% of Libya's fresh water, took up 15% of the government's budget and was under construction for a very long time, contributing to the country's economic collapse.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
An exploration of man's disappointment with space exploration and the beauty of Koh Tao, an island paradise in Thailand.
16:53 - 23:53 (07:00)
Summary
An exploration of man's disappointment with space exploration and the beauty of Koh Tao, an island paradise in Thailand.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
An anecdote about a farmer asking an astronaut if he was attracted to the earth leads to a conversation about the capabilities of astronauts in comparison to Earthly jobs.
23:53 - 27:50 (03:56)
Summary
An anecdote about a farmer asking an astronaut if he was attracted to the earth leads to a conversation about the capabilities of astronauts in comparison to Earthly jobs.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This podcast episode describes interesting comparative figures on the size and density of Earth, the sun, and Jupiter, as well as the distance from Earth to the sun and the time it takes for light to reach Earth.
27:51 - 31:26 (03:35)
Summary
This podcast episode describes interesting comparative figures on the size and density of Earth, the sun, and Jupiter, as well as the distance from Earth to the sun and the time it takes for light to reach Earth.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The discussion centers around the practical applications of space exploration and how they could be used to benefit humanity in the present day.
31:26 - 35:01 (03:35)
Summary
The discussion centers around the practical applications of space exploration and how they could be used to benefit humanity in the present day.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Discussing the idyllic appearance of Koh Tao and the potential political implications of past events such as the Iraq War and 9/11, as well as the use of whale songs to monitor their stress levels.
35:02 - 39:21 (04:18)
Summary
Discussing the idyllic appearance of Koh Tao and the potential political implications of past events such as the Iraq War and 9/11, as well as the use of whale songs to monitor their stress levels.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
ABC news claims that Muammar Gaddafi camped at a Seven Springs estate owned by Trump, with workers seen erecting tents and satellites at the property in Bedford.
39:21 - 42:58 (03:36)
Summary
ABC news claims that Muammar Gaddafi camped at a Seven Springs estate owned by Trump, with workers seen erecting tents and satellites at the property in Bedford.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The podcast discusses Colonel Muammar Gaddafi's journey from an international pariah to a statesman with his eccentric personality.
42:58 - 47:10 (04:12)
Summary
The podcast discusses Colonel Muammar Gaddafi's journey from an international pariah to a statesman with his eccentric personality. This transition is highlighted with Gaddafi's presence at international summits and conferences. The conversation also touches upon NATO's involvement in Libya.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A discussion on how the overthrow of Tunisia's leader started a domino effect, inspiring people in Libya to agitate for change and ultimately leading to the downfall of Gaddafi's regime that was notorious for mass executions.
47:10 - 52:01 (04:50)
Summary
A discussion on how the overthrow of Tunisia's leader started a domino effect, inspiring people in Libya to agitate for change and ultimately leading to the downfall of Gaddafi's regime that was notorious for mass executions.
EpisodePart Two: Qaddafi: His Bizarre Sci-Fi Stories, Childhood Hate Crimes and Amazonian Bodyguard Fetish
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Colonel Bell promotes the podcast's social media and website where listeners can find sources and pictures for the episode, as well as his book, A Brief History of Vice.
52:01 - 53:52 (01:51)
Summary
Colonel Bell promotes the podcast's social media and website where listeners can find sources and pictures for the episode, as well as his book, A Brief History of Vice.