TMI Show Ep 110: “Unabomber Arrest Anniversary with CIA’s Larry Johnson”

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In this episode of The TMI Show, hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan tackle the legacy of Ted Kaczynski, the Unabomber, on the 29th anniversary of his 1996 arrest. Joined by guest Larry Johnson, a former CIA officer with deep counterterrorism experience, the show examines Kaczynski’s 17-year bombing campaign that killed three and injured 23, driven by his anti-technology manifesto. The discussion covers the FBI’s extensive manhunt, ending with his capture in a remote Montana cabin, and the broader implications of his actions on security and society.

Johnson brings firsthand expertise from his CIA tenure, while Rall and Chan offer their distinct perspectives as a renowned cartoonist and seasoned journalist, respectively. Together, they explore Kaczynski’s journey from Harvard graduate to domestic terrorist, including his time in CIA-linked psychological experiments, and the lasting questions his case raises about technology and control. It’s a mix of historical insight and expert analysis, making it essential viewing for true crime and security enthusiasts.

Keywords: Ted Kaczynski, Unabomber arrest, April 3 1996, Larry Johnson CIA, counterterrorism expert, bombing campaign, anti-technology manifesto, FBI manhunt, Montana cabin, domestic terrorism, CIA experiments, security implications