Topic: Donald P Gregg

23 chapters across the catalog

Carbon Budget
Episode 1107 50:18 - 52:27

1107: Carbon Budget

Mueller Investigation Targets, Donald Gregg, White House Scandals

John Brennan hinted that future Mueller indictments could reach the "top of the organization," potentially including Trump's family members. The discussion pivots to historical scandals, mentioning Roy Cohn and a Washington Post story about Donald Gregg allegedly giving tours to gay prostitutes in the Bush White House. These anecdotes are used to illustrate how personal scandals are often used to bring down political figures.

Pentacon
Episode 1015 29:52 - 33:05

1015: Pentacon

Military Industrial Complex, North Korea Tourism Goals

Former Ambassador Donald Gregg and athlete Dennis Rodman are cited as having more insight into North Korea than previous administrations. The ongoing tension is framed as a benefit to the military-industrial complex, which profits from selling weapons to South Korea. Claims are made that North Korea primarily desires international recognition and tourism development, specifically skiing resorts, rather than perpetual conflict.

Hard Forking
Episode 951 1:40:35 - 1:44:14

951: Hard Forking

Donald Gregg, North Korea Espionage, Armistice

Donald Gregg, a retired CIA veteran and former Ambassador to South Korea, stated in a Time Magazine interview that North Korea represents the "longest-running failure in the history of American espionage." Gregg argued that North Korean leaders are pragmatists seeking a formal peace treaty rather than a war. He noted that Pyongyang is a functioning, modern city and suggested that the lack of direct dialogue prevents the U.S. from understanding the regime's survival-based motivations.

Bagels & Bins
Episode 921 50:16 - 52:50

921: Bagels & Bins

Diplomatic Solutions for North and South Korea

The discussion shifts to the possibility of President Trump negotiating a peace deal to reunify North and South Korea, similar to the German model. Citing insights from Don Gregg, the hosts argue that the military-industrial complex benefits from continued tension to sell weapons to South Korea. The political vacuum following the impeachment of South Korean President Park Geun-hye complicates potential negotiations.

Juloon
Episode 754 2:35:50 - 2:41:00

754: Juloon

Donald Gregg's Perspective on the Iran Nuclear Deal

An op-ed by former Ambassador Donald Gregg, Adam Curry's uncle, provides a historical defense of the Iran nuclear deal. Gregg outlines the history of US-Iran relations, including the 1953 coup against Mossadegh and the "Axis of Evil" speech. He argues that the deal is a major diplomatic achievement that brings a proud civilization back into the international community.

Nice Fabric
Episode 724 36:36 - 39:43

724: Nice Fabric

Donald P. Gregg, North Korea, Kim Jong-un Execution Rumors

Former Ambassador Donald P. Gregg visited Seoul to discuss Korean reunification and his book "Potshards." In a televised interview, Gregg expressed skepticism regarding sensationalist reports of Kim Jong-un executing officials via anti-aircraft guns or dogs, suggesting these rumors lack logical benefit for the North Korean leader. Gregg argues for a more nuanced understanding of North Korean internal power consolidation.

Sir Thomas Nussbaum presents
Episode 680 2:27:15 - 2:33:29

680: Sir Thomas Nussbaum presents

Donald Gregg Interview, CIA Torture Report

Former CIA officer and Ambassador Donald Gregg appeared on the Regional News Network to discuss the Senate Torture Report. Gregg criticized the outsourcing of interrogations to psychologists who lacked linguistic skills and cultural knowledge of Al-Qaeda. He noted that the U.S. has historically been "lousy torturers" and "bad assassins," citing failed attempts on Fidel Castro as evidence of the agency's limitations.

Sir London Foley Presents
Episode 678 25:22 - 30:27

678: Sir London Foley Presents

Donald Gregg, New York Times Letter on Torture

Former U.S. Ambassador Donald Gregg published a letter in the New York Times criticizing the CIA's use of torture under the direction of the Bush administration. Gregg, a 31-year veteran of the CIA, argued that humane interrogation produces superior results and that the agency was forced into roles it was never intended to perform. He questioned why the United States lost faith in its traditional values following the 9/11 attacks.

99 Lines of Code
Episode 677 18:10 - 22:05

677: 99 Lines of Code

Donald Gregg, CIA Leadership and Legal Cover

Former intelligence official Donald Gregg provided perspective on the CIA torture program, questioning why the agency was directed to perform these acts and who provided the legal authorization. He pointed to Attorney General Alberto Gonzales and lawyer John Yoo as figures who provided legal cover for the Bush administration's policies. Gregg suggests that the failure to prevent 9/11 led to a loss of faith in traditional crisis management.

Strategic Patience
Episode 669 32:10 - 38:23

669: Strategic Patience

Donald Gregg and the New York Channel to North Korea

Former Ambassador Donald Gregg discusses his "offline" communication channel with North Korean officials, which he calls the New York Channel. Gregg claims he personally urged Ambassador Jang to release the American prisoners and believes the decision came directly from Kim Jong-un to mitigate international pressure regarding a UN Human Rights Report on North Korean gulags.

Strategic Patience
Episode 669 38:24 - 43:23

669: Strategic Patience

CIA Intelligence Failures and Marginalization of Donald Gregg

Donald Gregg criticizes the U.S. policy of "strategic patience" toward North Korea, calling it a continuation of the Bush administration's failures. He recounts being marginalized by Condoleezza Rice's staff in 2002 after hand-delivering a letter from Kim Jong-il, arguing that demonizing foreign leaders prevents necessary diplomatic progress.

Strategic Patience
Episode 669 47:03 - 51:37

669: Strategic Patience

Totalitarian Regimes and North Korean Tourism

Donald Gregg compares North Korea to other totalitarian regimes that only change when it is in their self-interest. The hosts speculate on North Korea's interest in becoming a tourist destination and question why specific individuals, like the basketball trip organizers, were detained in the first place.

Why Why Not
Episode 644 43:45 - 47:13

644: Why Why Not

Donald Gregg Memoir, Pot Shards

The memoir "Pot Shards" by former CIA Station Chief and Ambassador Donald Gregg is discussed. The book covers Gregg's career in the White House and his time as a National Security Advisor to George H.W. Bush. The hosts mention the CIA's vetting process for the book and the difficulty Gregg faced in finding a major publisher for his perspectives on North Korea and Japan.

Why Why Not
Episode 644 47:14 - 53:08

644: Why Why Not

North Korea Diplomacy, Zbigniew Brzezinski Anecdote

Donald Gregg's views on North Korea are detailed, emphasizing his belief that the country desires peace and international trade rather than villainization. An anecdote is shared about Gregg and his wife defeating Zbigniew Brzezinski in a tennis match, which allegedly led to a decades-long grudge. Gregg expresses a desire to appear on "Morning Joe" to discuss foreign policy with Brzezinski.

Walking Bear
Episode 642 1:50:09 - 1:55:07

642: Walking Bear

Donald P. Gregg and the Book Pot Shards

A preview of the book "Pot Shards" by Donald P. Gregg, a former US Ambassador to South Korea and CIA official. The host plans to have the book autographed at a family reunion and discusses Gregg's history as a "feared man" in North Korea and his controversial ties to the Iran-Contra scandal and Felix Rodriguez.

Mipster Intercept
Episode 591 8:12 - 13:40

591: Mipster Intercept

Donald Gregg, North Korea Visit, and Pacific Century Institute

Former Ambassador Donald Gregg, a retired CIA official and former National Security Advisor to George H.W. Bush, arrived in Pyongyang on an unsanctioned mission with the Pacific Century Institute. While the State Department distanced itself from the trip, speculation suggests the visit aimed to negotiate the release of detained American Kenneth Bae. The discussion details Gregg's extensive intelligence background in Asia and his family connections to the podcast hosts.

Message from the Future
Episode 581 35:35 - 44:10

581: Message from the Future

Donald Gregg, Dennis Rodman, North Korea Diplomacy

Adam Curry discusses his uncle, former Ambassador Donald Gregg, and his views on North Korea. The segment covers Dennis Rodman's controversial visit to the country and the media's portrayal of the regime. The incarceration of Kenneth Bay is mentioned as a counterpoint to Rodman's claims of a "blank slate" for diplomacy.

Shoot Look Shoot
Episode 496 14:51 - 18:03

496: Shoot Look Shoot

Donald Gregg, North Korea Peace Treaty Proposal

Former Ambassador Donald Gregg appeared on Fareed Zakaria's program to discuss his recent visit to South Korea. Gregg reports that North Korean leadership has shifted control to the military and is seeking a formal peace treaty to replace the 1953 armistice. He argues that the US insistence on denuclearization before talks is a failed policy.

No-Stray Spray
Episode 461 1:15:05 - 1:20:20

461: No-Stray Spray

Donald P. Gregg, Email Security Incident

One host recounts helping former Ambassador and CIA station chief Donald P. Gregg and his wife Meg resolve an email hacking incident. The story details the process of providing remote technical support to the 84-year-old statesman.

Struggling Masses
Episode 439 15:59 - 19:31

439: Struggling Masses

Christina Curry Passport Issues, Uncle Don Advice

Christina Curry is facing significant bureaucratic hurdles in replacing a stolen passport because she lacks the required secondary photo identification. Adam Curry sought assistance from "Uncle Don," a former ambassador and CIA official, who advised that the Department of Homeland Security has become so rigid that string-pulling is no longer effective. The situation highlights the difficulty of navigating modern federal security protocols without professional legal counsel.