June 5, 2007
John Perkins

Amy Goodman of Democracy NOW! interviews John Perkins, author “Confessions of an Economic Hitman.” John Perkins discusses with Goodman his work as a highly paid consultant hired to strong-arm leaders into creating policy favorable to the U.S. government and corporations—what he calls the “corporatocracy.”

NOTE: Perkins interview starts at approximately 12:26 into the
video and audio streams.

February, 2007
Patrick Cockburn

Tao Ruspoli interviews legendary journalist Patrick Cockburn about his life and his views on the Iraq invasions and occupation. Cockburn has spent time in the most dangerous parts of
Iraq while most western journalists have worked mainly from their hotels.

June 25, 2007
Greg Palast

Scott Horton interviews freelance journalist and filmmaker Greg Palast about the proposed Iraqi Oil Law that is being pushed by the United States, among other things.

June 25, 2007
Steve Kinzer

Kinzer ties the 1953 U.S.-led coup that overthrew democratically elected Mohammaed Mossadegh as prime minister of Iran.
 

 

 

 

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