Exposing the Shadows Whistleblowing Against the CIA – Eric A. Cinotti Unplugged, January 16, 2025

Exposing the Shadows Whistleblowing Against the CIA – Eric A. Cinotti: Unplugged Truth or Consequences? In this episode of Eric A. Cinotti: Unplugged, Eric Andrew Cinotti sits down with John Kiraku, the man who risked everything to expose the CIA’s enhanced interrogation program. This isn’t just a story about classified operations—it’s a deep dive into the moral cost of revealing government secrets and the high price of truth. Eric, a constitutional scholar and legal analyst, explores the legal, political, and ethical implications of Kiraku’s decision to speak out. From internal government retaliation to the public’s misunderstanding of intelligence operations, this episode peels back the layers on what it truly means to challenge the system. Key Highlights: The Decision to Speak Out: • What pushed John Kiraku to expose the CIA’s covert operations? • The internal conflict between duty to country and moral responsibility. Operational Necessity vs. Political Pressure: • Were these programs driven by legitimate security needs or political agendas? The Cost of Truth: • How the government retaliates against whistleblowers. • The personal and professional consequences of revealing classified information. Protecting the Mission or the Institution?: • When does national security take a backseat to protecting government agencies? Public Perception of Intelligence Work: • Do Americans truly understand the sacrifices made in the shadows? Looking Ahead: • Kiraku hints at deeper stories yet to be told—stories that could change how we view national security. This episode challenges the narrative around government accountability, national security, and the cost of speaking the truth. Eric’s legal expertise combined with Kiraku’s firsthand experience delivers a powerful, no-holds-barred conversation you won’t find anywhere else.