Riot Inc - The Hidden Networks Fueling Unrest

Riot Inc - The Hidden Networks Fueling Unrest

Author: Government Accountability Institute October 15, 2025 Duration: 27:05
Riot Inc - The Hidden Networks Fueling Unrest

In The Drill Down with Peter Schweizer, investigative research meets candid conversation. Hosted by the cofounder and president of the Government Accountability Institute, this podcast goes beyond the headlines to examine the mechanics of power, corruption, and influence. Peter Schweizer brings a unique perspective shaped by his work as the author of detailed exposés like "Clinton Cash" and "Throw Them All Out," and his analysis has been cited everywhere from the "New York Times" to "60 Minutes." Here, he applies that same rigorous, document-driven approach to the stories shaping our world. Each episode is a deep dive, pulling apart complex political and financial webs to understand not just what happened, but how and why it happened. The discussions are grounded in the institutional research mission of the Government Accountability Institute, focusing on facts over rhetoric. You'll hear Schweizer break down current events, interview other experts and investigators, and connect present-day scandals to broader, systemic patterns. It’s a show for anyone who suspects there’s more to the story and wants a guide who knows how to follow the evidence. Tune in for a clear-eyed, often unsettling, but always substantive look at the forces that truly drive decisions in Washington and beyond. This isn't about partisan talking points; it's about the underlying structures and transactions, offering listeners a different lens through which to view the news.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

The Drill Down with Peter Schweizer
Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 27:55
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The Real Issue Behind the Tariffs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:51
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MAHA, Pharma Ads, and Soda [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:34
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Duration: 28:20
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Duration: 25:48
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In the DOGE era, the Pentagon holds all the (credit) cards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:20
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Duration: 28:41
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