Award-winning journalist and bestselling author Imogen Edwards-Jones joins the Facts Verse podcast to reveal the shocking discoveries she made while co-writing The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe with James Patterson. In this conversation, Imogen uncovers the hidden contents of Marilyn's secret "red book" where she recorded classified government secrets shared by Bobby Kennedy, including details about the Bay of Pigs, nuclear testing in Nevada, and CIA plots to assassinate Castro.

Imogen also details the terrifying "lost weekend" at the Cal-Neva Lodge just days before Marilyn died, the CIA surveillance operation that bugged her home, the role of her psychiatrist who was secretly a Soviet asset, and the explosive evidence surrounding Bobby Kennedy's visit to Marilyn's house on the day of her death. From her troubled childhood and first marriage at sixteen to her relationships with JFK, DiMaggio, and Arthur Miller, this is the definitive account of the forces that converged in Marilyn Monroe's final days.

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Gary King has endured 36 major life traumas including childhood abuse, a home invasion that left him with brain damage, accidentally killing a four-year-old child, and the suicide of his son off the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. After a lifetime of complex PTSD, he claims he discovered how to completely reverse it and can teach others to do the same in just three hours. He went public with his findings on ABC earlier this year.In this interview, Gary breaks down his happiness formula, explains why he believes 95% of people are unknowingly running what he calls "the happiness experiment," and shares the story of a young woman named Delaney who was driving to end her life but turned around after seeing one of his now-famous happiness signs. With over 2,000 signs placed across the world and a new documentary film, Gary is on a mission to prove that happiness is internal and that the pursuit of it has been leading us in the wrong direction.

Three years before Lee Harvey Oswald, a postal worker named Richard Pavlik packed his car with seven sticks of dynamite and followed JFK to Florida. All he had to do was flip a switch. In this interview, bestselling author Brad Meltzer reveals the forgotten assassination attempt that was about to go national news until a freak plane crash over New York City buried the story as a footnote.Meltzer also shares the untold side of Jackie Kennedy, from the brutal standoff with Mamie Eisenhower to the single interview after Dallas where Jackie planted the word Camelot into history and rewrote her husband's legacy before anyone else could.

Cruz details how her sister invented a false backstory, adopted elements of their father's family history, and used the persona to launch a Hollywood career. This is the full, unfiltered conversation with the one person who knew the truth from the beginning.

In this episode, Mark Shaw, a former criminal defense attorney and investigative reporter, discusses his latest book, 'Abuse of Power,' which connects the assassinations of JFK and RFK with the death of journalist Dorothy Kilgallen and the mysterious death of Marilyn Monroe. Shaw explores the flaws of the Warren Commission, the role of the mafia, and the theme of abuse of power throughout these historical events. He emphasizes the importance of questioning historical narratives and seeking justice for the victims of these tragedies.

Takeaways:

• Eric Ullis has significantly raised awareness of the D.B. Cooper case.
• His analytical approach is influenced by his experience as a blackjack card counter.
• CooperCon serves as a platform for enthusiasts to share theories and insights.
• The investigation into D.B. Cooper's identity is ongoing and evolving.
• Scientific evidence, particularly from the tie left behind, is crucial in the investigation.
• Eric emphasizes the importance of being open-minded in investigations.
• He has eliminated several suspects based on new evidence and scientific analysis.
• Theories about D.B. Cooper's survival and whereabouts continue to develop.
• Eric is also investigating the JFK assassination and the Gardner Museum heist.
• He believes that the true identity of D.B. Cooper may soon be uncovered.

The NASA Challenger crew survived the explosion! Adam Higginbotham reveals new details on the 1986 disaster.In this interview, we explore the facts surrounding the NASA space shuttle Challenger explosion and understand the sequence of events that led to the tragedy.On January 28, 1986, the space shuttle Challenger broke apart shortly after launch from Kennedy Space Center, leading to the deaths of its seven crew members. While the initial explosion was devastating, forensic evidence indicates the crew compartment survived the breakup, with some astronauts possibly conscious until the final impact.Author and historian Adam Higginbotham examines the critical warnings issued by engineers at Morton Thiokol regarding the performance of the O-ring seals in the solid rocket boosters under cold conditions. Despite these concerns, the launch proceeded, highlighting issues in NASA's decision-making processes and organizational pressures.This analysis covers the Rogers Commission findings, the O-ring failure in the solid rocket boosters, and the impact on the space shuttle program. It highlights the astronauts' bravery and key ethical issues.Understanding the Challenger shuttle explosion involves both engineering and organizational factors. Higginbotham's work clarifies these aspects with valuable lessons for today.

This conversation delves into the life and career of Clint Eastwood, exploring his evolution from a television star to a Hollywood icon. The discussion covers his early influences, the impact of his films, his political views, and the complexities of his personal life, including relationships and controversies. The insights provided by film critic Shawn Levy highlight Eastwood's unique approach to filmmaking and the themes that permeate his work, ultimately painting a comprehensive portrait of a multifaceted artist.

Topics include:

• Clint Eastwood's career spans decades, showcasing his evolution as an actor and director.
• His early life was marked by independence and a strong work ethic.
• Eastwood's transition from a TV star to a film icon was unique and groundbreaking.
• The Dirty Harry films sparked significant political and social discussions.
• Clint's personal life is complex, with multiple relationships and children.
• His approach to filmmaking emphasizes efficiency and authenticity.
• Eastwood's political views are nuanced, often defying simple categorization.
• The Sandra Locke controversy highlights issues of power dynamics in Hollywood.
• Clint's films often explore themes of violence and its consequences.
• His legacy includes both critical acclaim and box office success.