Topic: Lockerbie Bombing

4 chapters across the catalog

Aardvark Effect
Episode 335 1:02:39 - 1:06:34

335: Aardvark Effect

Discovery of Lockerbie Bomber Abdelbaset al-Megrahi

CNN's Nick Robertson located the Lockerbie bomber, Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, in a comatose state at his home in Tripoli. The segment discusses the controversial 2009 release of Megrahi from a Scottish prison on compassionate grounds. The hosts suggest the original conviction was a political maneuver and the current media coverage serves to manage public outrage.

Chillin' & Killin'
Episode 289 27:42 - 29:49

289: Chillin' & Killin'

Ed Schultz and Bill O'Reilly Lockerbie Justification

Ed Schultz and Bill O'Reilly are called out for using the 1988 Lockerbie bombing as a primary justification for the current mission against Gaddafi. The hosts question why this grievance is being raised 23 years later and suggest that any real investigation into the bombing would involve looking into CIA involvement and drug smuggling.

Farsi Farce
Episode 283 31:49 - 38:33

283: Farsi Farce

Lockerbie Bombing and Potential Prosecution of Muammar Gaddafi

U.S. officials are exploring the prosecution of Muammar Gaddafi for the 1988 Lockerbie bombing following claims by the former Libyan Justice Minister. Hillary Clinton discusses the potential extradition of Al-Megrahi and her personal connection to the victims as a former Senator for New York. The timing of these renewed allegations is viewed as a strategic move to justify regime change.

Obama's Lobsters
Episode 124 4:31 - 7:33

124: Obama's Lobsters

Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, Lockerbie Bomber Release, and Libyan Oil

The release of the Lockerbie bomber, Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, on compassionate grounds sparks a discussion regarding potential political motives. Speculation arises that the British government, led by Gordon Brown, orchestrated the release as a quid pro quo for access to Libyan oil fields. The hosts also comment on Muammar Gaddafi's fashion choices and the validity of the original evidence against Megrahi.