David Boyle
David Boyle
2 Years 171 days - Heart Attack
2 Years 171 days - Heart Attack
2 Years 171 days - Heart Attack
Wednesday 3rd November 2021
David Boyle explores fireworks, heart attacks, and the shocking history of Operation Paperclip in 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'. Listen now!
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Get the buttons here!Heart Attacks and Rocket Science: David Boyle's Dive into Operation Paperclip
Operation Paperclip was a secret United States Intelligence Program where they bought German scientists, engineers, technicians, Nazi war criminals from Nazi Germany over to the Us for government employment after the end of World War Ii.
Ever wondered how the US space program is connected to Nazi war criminals? In this thought-provoking episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle starts with a light-hearted chat about Diwali fireworks and a friend's recent heart attack. But things take a darker turn as he unravels the shocking history of Operation Paperclip. Boyle reveals how the US government secretly employed Nazi scientists, including the notorious Werner Von Braun, to advance their rocket technology.
This morally questionable decision led Von Braun to eventually head NASA. Boyle's unique blend of humor and candor makes this heavy topic accessible, sparking reflection on the ethical implications of leveraging such dark pasts for technological progress. Whether you're a history buff or just curious about the murky waters of scientific advancement, this episode is sure to leave you pondering.