Corruption Unmasked: Giuliani, Trump, and Global Influence Peddling

Host Bob Gatty interviews Chad Lewis, author of 'The Persuasion Game,' to explore the influence-peddling schemes of Rudy Giuliani, Lev Parnas, and Igor Fruman during the Trump administration. The discussion covers the impact of these schemes on American democracy, the spread of Russian disinformation, and comparisons to authoritarian regimes like Turkey. Global influence peddling was the name of the game. Chad shares insights from his four-and-a-half-year investigation, revealing connections between Giuliani's clandestine activities and Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election. There's a ton of new info that Chad Lewis uncovered and shares with us as he unmasked the corruption that took place. Tune in to understand the serious implications of these findings on current and future U.S. democratic processes. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:09 Trump's Impeachment and Corruption 00:36 Giuliani and Parnas' Influence Schemes 00:57 Impact on American Democracy 01:12 Interview with Chad Lewis Begins 01:27 Global Implications of Trump's Actions 03:33 Putin's Disinformation Campaign 06:42 Media's Role in Disinformation 09:42 Comparisons to Historical Autocracies 10:38 Turkey's Shift to Authoritarianism 14:56 The Persuasion Game Book Insights 25:09 Personal Risks and Repercussions 33:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts