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Age of Secrets

The Conspiracy That Toppled Richard Nixon and the Hidden Death of Howard Hughes

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Age of Secrets

By: Gerald Bellett
Narrated by: Dennis Boutsikaris
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2024 International Book Awards (IBA) Winner in Biography
2024 National Indie Excellence Awards (NIEA) Winner in Biography and Finalist in United States History
2024 Eric Hoffer Book Award Montaigne Medal Finalist (awarded to the most thought-provoking books)
2023 Independent Author Network (IAN) Awards Finalist in Government/Politics and Finalist in True Story

Fleeing from the world’s most powerful intelligence agency, John Meier is hunted by the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) across the U.S., Canada, UK, Japan, Australia, Tonga and the Dominican Republic, in his attempts to expose the Deep State and corruption at the highest levels of the U.S. Government in this riveting true story.

Includes revealing information on the Assassination of U.S. Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) and Critical Comments by New York Times bestselling author Jim Hougan.

NARRATED BY ACTOR DENNIS BOUTSIKARIS (THE BOURNE LEGACY / BETTER CALL SAUL / SUGAR) WHO HAS WON 8 AUDIE AWARDS, THE AUDIOBOOK EQUIVALENT OF AN ACADEMY AWARD

Immerse yourself in the International Political Thriller that exposes the illegal activities of the CIA, the real reason for Watergate, the 20th Century's most notorious political scandal and the biggest political scandal in United States History, and the hidden death of Howard Hughes, the world’s wealthiest individual at the time, in this Biography of John Meier, the U.S. Senate Candidate who was the right-hand man to Howard Hughes.

THE MAJOR MOTION PICTURE IN DEVELOPMENT ‘MEIERGATE’ IS ABOUT THE LIFE STORY OF JOHN MEIER

Meier had Top Secret security clearance with the U.S. Government and has been referred to in the media as the man who brought down President of the United States Richard Nixon in Watergate and Meier was the first person to expose the CIA’s involvement with the Hughes organization and the only person to call for a congressional hearing into the death of Howard Hughes.

The Hughes organization supplied the CIA with a cover organization to hide anything they possess or do. When Meier opted out of the organization, he became an impediment to its continued existence.

Meier was a Diplomat who operated at the highest levels of Government including as Vice Chairman of the Humphrey-Muskie National Finance Committee, during Vice President of the United States Hubert Humphrey’s Presidential Campaign, serving on President Richard Nixon’s Task Force on Resources and Environment and a Special Consultant to Nixon’s Environmental Quality Advisory Committee, and an advisor to several U.S. Senators including Senators Hubert Humphrey, Robert F. Kennedy, and Mike Gravel, who credited Meier with preventing the spread of nuclear power within the United States.

The full U.S. Senate Watergate Committee granted Meier immunity, in order for Meier to testify at a public Watergate hearing to tell a spellbound nation secrets about the Nixon White House, the CIA and Howard Hughes. Meier was the next person to testify, but the Watergate hearings went back into secret session to prevent Meier from revealing what he was going to expose as he was told his testimony would be too damaging and that a lot of people were worried that too much would be uncovered about Howard Hughes' dealings beyond President Nixon.

The CIA’s worldwide pursuit of Meier to destroy him, in order to prevent him from exposing their illicit activities, included framing him for a number of offences including murder, and attempting to assassinate him.

In the Afterword of the book, Meier sums up his politically motivated battle by saying “My story is one of a man devastated by a corrupt system. Our governments are increasingly disrespectful of basic human rights such that we can no longer legitimately call our nations democracies. I hope that this story will contribute to changing this course”.

©2022 Meier Publishing Inc. (P)2023 Meier Publishing Inc.
Americas Freedom & Security Political Science Politics & Government United States Espionage Richard Nixon
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I loved this audio as it had everything it needed to keep me engaged and not thinking about the small seats on the airplane I was in at the time I was listening. I can see how this book received so many awards as it is well written and provides not only a historical account of what happend with a conspiracy twist.

Great listen for a long flight to Europe

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Feels less like a typical biography and more like falling down a political rabbit hole that keeps getting deeper. Whether you agree with everything or not, it’s definitely the kind of story that pulls you in and makes you question how much happens behind the scenes in history and politics. There’s a lot packed into it Watergate, Howard Hughes, the CIA, political corruption, and somehow it still manages to stay engaging instead of completely overwhelming. Some parts honestly feel like a thriller more than real life.

Wild and Intriguing

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This audiobook presents a compelling and thought-provoking look at one of the most controversial periods in modern American history. Blending political intrigue, historical events, and personal biography, it offers a detailed account of John Meier’s experiences and the complex world surrounding Richard Nixon, Howard Hughes, and intelligence operations. The narration keeps the story engaging throughout, while the extensive research and dramatic real-life events make it feel like a political thriller. A fascinating listen for anyone interested in history, government, and the hidden stories behind major historical events.

Fascinating and Eye-Opening

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i think it really blends real history with suspense & regardless if you know the history or not it will still leave you questions which one is which lol

pulls you in right away if you enjoy politics

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History, politics, and intrigue come together in a story that often feels more like a thriller than a work of nonfiction. The narrative follows a remarkable chain of events involving powerful figures, controversial allegations, and hidden connections that shaped some of the most talked-about moments of the twentieth century. Packed with twists, revelations, and larger-than-life personalities, it keeps the listener engaged while exploring the intersection of power, influence, and secrecy. The narration is excellent and adds a sense of urgency and drama to an already compelling story. A captivating listen for anyone fascinated by political scandals, historical mysteries, and the people who find themselves at the center of them.

Politics, Power, and a Trail of Secrets

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