Truth Nation Podcast

The Mysterious Disappearance of Amy Bradley: Cruise Ship Mystery Dive deep into the perplexing case of Amy Bradley, who went missing off a family cruise in 1998. Discussing eyewitness accounts, potential sightings, mental health implications, and forensic analysis, we question what really happened. Was it an abduction, a voluntary disappearance, or something more sinister? Join our thorough examination of the evidence and share you...

Police Auditing and Body-Worn Cameras: Behind the Scenes with Warren Sapp Incident Join us in this episode of Truth Nation as we dive into the world of police auditing. We explore recent high-profile incidents, such as Warren Sapp's controversial interaction with police and the dangers of extreme police auditing practices. How do body-worn cameras affect citizen complaints and police accountability? Can better training improve thes...

Uncovering the Hidden Truths: How US Policies Fueled the Ukraine Crisis

Join Bill Bodner and The Chief, Mark Garrett on Truth Nation as they delve into the complex origins of the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

Did US foreign policy play a pivotal role in escalating tensions?

Discover surprising findings, analyses of Cold War mentalities, and shocking parallels to the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Are we addressing the right threat, or are we repe...

Imagine billions of taxpayer dollars flowing unchecked through global aid networks—only to vanish without a trace. Join us as we unravel the tangled web between USAID, NGOs, and controversial foundations. What’s really at stake, and how deep does the corruption go? Watch as we expose the truth behind foreign aid mismanagement and explore urgent calls for reform! The Chief Mark Garrett and Bill Bodner delve into the complexities of ...

The Death of Suchir Balaji; Self-Harm or Professional Contract Murder? The November 2024 death of former Open AI employee Suchir Balaji has fueled a number of conspiracy theories. Was he killed for blowing the whistle on potentially unethical and illegal corporate behavior or was it a self-inflicted injury resulting from a realization his whistle blower label would now make it impossible to find work in the exploding AI field. ...

TikTok Tug of War: Privacy, Politics, and National Security In this episode of Truth Nation, Bill Bodner and the Chief Mark Garrett dive deep into the controversy surrounding TikTok. They discuss its recent ban, the national security concerns associated with its Chinese ownership, and the implications of a potential sale. They explore the role of executive orders, the Supreme Court's unanimous decision, and the larger geopolitical ...

Welcome to The Truth Nation Podcast, where we uncover the facts and explore the mysteries behind the stories that captivate America. In this episode, hosts Bill Bodner, retired DEA Special Agent in Charge from Los Angeles Field Division, and Mark Garrett, retired Chief of the California Highway Patrol, dive deep into the Netflix documentary Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey? Together, they review the controversial case, analyze...

Unraveling the Vicky White & Casey White Jailbreak In episode 37 of Truth Nation, we've got a gripping story for you.

Join Bill and retired Chief Mark Garrett as they delve into the fascinating and tragic case of Vicky White, a correctional officer, and Casey White, an inmate facing a capital murder charge. We'll explore their mysterious relationship, audacious escape plan, and the shocking events that followed. Was it love, ma...

Should the U.S. Designate Drug Cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations? Join Bill Bodner, retired Special agent in charge DEA and retired CHP Chief Mark Garrett, as they dive into the pressing issue of designating Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. They discuss the rise of fentanyl deaths, corruption within the Mexican government, and the potential implications of such a designation on U.S. national securit...

Join Truth Nation for an in-depth discussion with Chief Mark Garrett as we dissect the chilling case of the Zodiac Killer. Through evidence analysis, and a fresh examination prompted by recent documentaries, we delve into the crimes, potential connections, and strong circumstantial evidence pointing towards Arthur Lee Allen. Did these horrific killings involve a single suspect, or are we looking at something more complicated? Let u...

In August, 1989, Lyle and Erik Menendez killed their parents in their posh, Beverly Hills home. Their first trial ended in a hopelessly deadlocked jury, unable to reach a unanimous decision. The second trial resulted in two murder-one convictions and sentences of life without parole. Thirty-five years later, it appears they may be released from prison. Did they commit murder to get their hands on a 14-million-dollar estate or was i...

The P-Diddy Case – A Single Defendant RICO Conspiracy?

In one of the most unusual applications of the 1970 RICO statute, the federal government has charged Sean Combs in a single defendant RICO Conspiracy. Is this an appropriate use of the RICO law? Why is this case charged so differently than the very similar Jeffrey Epstein case? In this episode of the Truth Nation Podcast, retired California highway Patrol Chief Mark Garrett and...

With the recent arrest of Sean “P-Diddy” Combs and his eye-witness role in an unsolved, high-profile, Los Angeles homicide, retired California highway Patrol Chief Mark Garret, retired DEA Special Agent in Charge Bill Bodner and current Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Sean Carney sit down to discuss one of the greatest scandals in modern policing, the LAPD Rampart Scandal. One police officer killing another in self-def...

Government Failures Exposed: Inside the Trump Assassination Attempts What went wrong in protecting former President Trump? The Chief Mark Garrett and special guest Pete Forcelli delve deep into recent Secret Service failures. We discuss the lack of accountability, internal mistakes, and the broader issues within government agencies. We discuss specifically Josh Hawley's recent Whistleblower Report (9/16) and the USSS Mission Assura...

Did a single Los Angeles Police Department Officer actually fire over 900 rounds in an officer involved shooting? Yes, it really happened! On May 17th, 1974, Ofc Al Preciado and eight other members of LAPD SWAT had their new tactics and equipment put to the test when they encountered the Symbionese Liberation Army hiding out in a house in South Central Los Angeles. Ofc Preciado was awarded the LAPD Medal Of Valor for his role in th...

Domestic terrorism and college campus protests are not new phenomena. In part one of this two-part series, we turn back the clock to the early 1970s and discus the Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA), a leftist group based in California who murdered politicians, robbed banks, bombed police cars and kidnapped Patty Hearst. Who were they and why did they target the Hearst Family? Was Hearst a brainwashed victim suffering from Stockholm ...

On April 2, 1990, Dr. Humberto Alvarez-Machain was abducted by agents of the U.S. Government, from his medical office in Mexico and flown against his will to El Paso, Texas. He eventually appeared in Los Angeles federal court to answer charges he participated in the kidnapping and murder of DEA Special Agent Enrique Camarena. U.S. District Court Judge Edward Rafeedie deemed the kidnapping illegal, dismissed the indictment against...

In the summer of 1985, a crime spree beyond human understanding hit the Greater Los Angeles area. Some victims were shot, others were stabbed, strangled, raped or beaten. Young children were snatched from their beds, kidnapped and sexually assaulted. There was no profile of a typical victim. Richard Ramirez attacked the young, the old, Asian, Hispanic, Caucasian, male, female, no one was safe, and every night the city went to b...

In 2011, the Vancouver Canucks faced off against the Boston Bruins in Game Seven of the Stanley Cup Finals. About 155,000 people were in downtown Vancouver to watch the game and celebrate what all thought would be an epic victory. As the game progressed and it became clear the Canucks would not be victorious, the mood of the crowd turned dark and a massive riot broke out. In the end over 300 people were charged with crimes and 1...