A Paranoid's History of the United States

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Episode Summary

Former FBI agent Ted Gunderson's investigation of the Jeffrey MacDonald murder case marked his transformation from respected law enforcement official to influential conspiracy theorist who promoted unfounded ideas about satanic cults, government mind control, and child trafficking networks that continue to shape modern conspiracy culture.

Episode Notes

From distinguished FBI agent to conspiracy kingpin: Journey inside the mind of Ted Gunderson, whose investigation of the infamous Jeffrey MacDonald murder case launched his transformation from respected law enforcement official to professional conspiracy theorist.

This episode of A Paranoid’s History of the United States follows Gunderson's evolution as he chases phantom cults, promotes tales of government mind control, and claims to expose vast underground child trafficking networks. Through interviews with former colleagues and investigators, we reveal how his FBI credentials lent dangerous credibility to outlandish theories that continue to influence American society today.

Whether you're fascinated by true crime, conspiracy culture, or the hidden forces that shape our collective beliefs, this deep dive into Gunderson's "reign of error" illuminates how yesterday's paranoia became today's viral misinformation.

GUESTS:

Oliver "Buck" Revell. Former FBI Associate Deputy Director who worked with Ted Gunderson during his time at the Bureau. Revell served in various senior roles at FBI Headquarters from 1980 until 1991 and became Associate Deputy Director in 1985.
Lucien Greaves. Activist and co-founder of The Satanic Temple who has extensively researched the "satanic panic" phenomenon. Greaves spoke with Gunderson several times in the early 2000s and offers insights into Gunderson's investigative methods and beliefs.
Ed Opperman. Private investigator and host of “The Opperman Report,” Ed knew Ted Gunderson in the 1990s.

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