Every book Phil Bontanti recommended on podcasts

Books recommended by Phil Bontanti

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   Chaos

   Tom O'Neill · Discussed · 1 episode

   Why people recommend it: Chaos by Tom O'Neill is a meticulously investigated and heavily documented book that explores the Manson family murders alongside the disturbing influence and history of the CIA's MK Ultra mind control program.

   Discussed

   “If you've read Chaos, the book Chaos about Helter Skelter being like a madeup idea from the prosecutor and Bugliosce, not really a Charles Manson thing.”

   Timcast IRL Trump CRUSHING Democrats, New Polls Show Democrats SINKING, GOP AHEAD … 2025-05-06 Listen at 42:37

   Where to get it

   Amazon Audible

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