Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The discussion in this segment revolves around the way U.S. intelligence agencies have consistently assessed for years that Iran was not actively building a nuclear weapon, despite political claims to the contrary. Former CIA analyst Larry Johnson explains to guest host Garland Nixon how intelligence assessments are developed using multiple sources and agencies, arguing that these conclusions reflected a broad intelligence community consensus rather than a single analyst's opinion.
The conversation contends that U.S. and Israeli military actions have increased Iranian public support for developing a nuclear deterrent and may ultimately encourage Iran to pursue nuclear weapons. The two also criticize political leaders for disregarding intelligence assessments and argue that current policies have made a future Iranian nuclear program more likely.
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The discussion in this segment revolves around the way U.S. intelligence agencies have consistently assessed for years that Iran was not actively building a nuclear weapon, despite political claims to the contrary. Former CIA analyst Larry Johnson explains to guest host Garland Nixon how intelligence assessments are developed using multiple sources and agencies, arguing that these conclusions reflected a broad intelligence community consensus rather than a single analyst's opinion.
The conversation contends that U.S. and Israeli military actions have increased Iranian public support for developing a nuclear deterrent and may ultimately encourage Iran to pursue nuclear weapons. The two also criticize political leaders for disregarding intelligence assessments and argue that current policies have made a future Iranian nuclear program more likely.
Garland Nixon on YouTube: youtube.com/@blurghy
Garland Nixon on Twitter: twitter.com/thegarlandnixon
Larry Johnson’s website: sonar21.com
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#TheJimmyDoreShow is a hilarious and irreverent take on news, politics and culture featuring Jimmy Dore, a professional stand up comedian, author and podcaster. The show is also broadcast on Pacifica Radio Network stations throughout the country.
