Episode 162 The Garrison Investigation Part 12 Perry Russo Part 3

Episode 162 is  the twelfth  in a new series of episodes that chronicle the story of the Garrison investigation in  New Orleans and the related trial of Clay Shaw.  Episode twelve  is the third  in a mini-series that addresses the star witness of the Clay Shaw trial, Perry Russo. In this third episode covering Russo's sworn testimony under oath at the preliminary hearing which was his first debut as a witness related to the case against Clay Shaw. Perry Russo had previously gone public on his own before he was discovered by anyone,  including  Garrison...but Garrison  soon took control and the ensuing story related to Russo's ongoing interactions with the New Orleans D.A.'s office would prove to be more than controversial. Phelan and others would contend that  Garrison and his staff  engaged in a progressive series of actions that included the use of sodium pentothal (truth serum) and a series of hypnosis sessions  all of which pointed to witness manipulation. That he and his office  had engaged in steps to suggest the proper answers  to Russo, was the issue in question and   whether   those actions materially enhanced the original testimony of Perry Russo and were, essentially, untruths... Critics contend that the changes were so radical that  Russo's testimony evolved from being initially irrelevant,  to so significant that it singlehandedly resulted in  the arrest of Clay Shaw, for conspiracy to murder the President. Join us in in this exciting series of episodes about one of the most fascinating witnesses....in fact the star witness...of the Clay Shaw trial.   Even as early as 1964, rumors and serious concerns over  the lone gunman theory and the evidence that might contravene it,  were becoming a major concern for the government and the commission. Conspiracy theories were contrary to the government's stated narrative from the very beginning. This  real-life story is more fascinating than fiction. No matter whether you are a serious researcher or a casual student, you will enjoy the fact filled narrative and story as  we relive one of the most shocking moments in American History. An event that changed the nation and changed the world forever.