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W. Cleon Skousen (1913–2006) was an American author, conservative political theorist, and prominent anti-communist whose works have sparked significant controversy over the years. A former FBI agent and Salt Lake City chief of police, Skousen later became a popular speaker and writer, advocating strongly against communism and what he perceived as a global conspiracy to subvert traditional American values.

Skousen gained notoriety for his book "The Naked Communist" (1958), where he outlined an alleged communist agenda to infiltrate and undermine American society. His theories, viewed by many as conspiratorial, claimed communism was a pervasive threat not only externally but within, suggesting that secretive elements were working to weaken the nation from within its own borders. Despite being dismissed by some as fringe, his ideas found resonance within certain conservative circles.

Controversy often surrounded Skousen due to his conspiracy-laden ideas. Critics, including political analysts and historians, have frequently described his work as hyperbolic and lacking scholarly rigor. Among the most contentious elements was his belief in a globalist plot involving elites to orchestrate a new world order, a theory that aligned with broader anti-establishment narratives.

In later years, W. Cleon Skousen's work caught the attention of various contemporary figures in the conservative media landscape, notably influencing pundits and outlets known for promoting conspiracy theories. His ideas were echoed by radio host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, who has referenced Skousen’s writings in discussions about government overreach and globalist conspiracies. Through such connections, Skousen's legacy has persisted, his theories continuing to influence modern conspiracy discourse.

==Relevant Episodes by Release Date==
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!No.
!Title
!Coverage
start date
!Coverage
end date
!Air date
!Episode type
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|[[150: Alex Jones Attempts A Face Turn|150]]
|[[150: Alex Jones Attempts A Face Turn]]
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|April 14, 2018
|[[:Category:Special Edition|Special Edition]]
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|[[160: January 22-25, 2009|160]]
|[[160: January 22-25, 2009]]
|January 22, 2009
|January 25, 2009
|May 14, 2018
|[[:Category:Tea Party Investigation|Tea Party Investigation]]
|-
|[[168: Alex Vs. Bill Ayers|168]]
|[[168: Alex Vs. Bill Ayers]]
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|June 8, 2018
|[[:Category:InfoWars Interview|InfoWars Interview]]
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|[[215: March 11-12, 2009|215]]
|[[215: March 11-12, 2009]]
|March 11, 2009
|March 12, 2009
|October 12, 2018
|[[:Category:Tea Party Investigation|Tea Party Investigation]]
|-
|[[219: March 13, 2009|219]]
|[[219: March 13, 2009]]
|March 13, 2009
|March 13, 2009
|October 22, 2018
|[[:Category:Tea Party Investigation|Tea Party Investigation]]
|-
|[[230A: Obama Deception, Part 1|230A]]
|[[230A: Obama Deception, Part 1]]
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|November 19, 2018
|[[:Category:Documentary|Documentary]]
|-
|[[234: March 26, 2009|234]]
|[[234: March 26, 2009]]
|March 26, 2009
|March 26, 2009
|December 3, 2018
|[[:Category:Tea Party Investigation|Tea Party Investigation]]
|-
|[[284: April 12, 2019|284]]
|[[284: April 12, 2019]]
|April 12, 2019
|April 12, 2019
|April 15, 2019
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]], [[:Category:Wacky Wednesday|Wacky Wednesday]]
|-
|[[289: January 10-13, 2013|289]]
|[[289: January 10-13, 2013]]
|January 10, 2013
|January 13, 2013
|April 26, 2019
|[[:Category:Sandy Hook Investigation|Sandy Hook Investigation]]
|-
|[[300: May 21-22, 2019|300]]
|[[300: May 21-22, 2019]]
|May 21, 2019
|May 22, 2019
|May 24, 2019
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[305: February 1, 2013|305]]
|[[305: February 1, 2013]]
|February 1, 2013
|February 1, 2013
|June 5, 2019
|[[:Category:Sandy Hook Investigation|Sandy Hook Investigation]]
|-
|[[314: February 14-15, 2013|314]]
|[[314: February 14-15, 2013]]
|February 14, 2013
|February 15, 2013
|June 28, 2019
|[[:Category:Sandy Hook Investigation|Sandy Hook Investigation]]
|-
|[[325: Feb. 27-Mar. 10, 2013|325]]
|[[325: Feb. 27-Mar. 10, 2013]]
|February 27, 2013
|March 10, 2013
|July 29, 2019
|[[:Category:Sandy Hook Investigation|Sandy Hook Investigation]]
|-
|[[328: March 11-12, 2013|328]]
|[[328: March 11-12, 2013]]
|March 11, 2013
|March 12, 2013
|August 5, 2019
|[[:Category:Sandy Hook Investigation|Sandy Hook Investigation]]
|-
|[[364: April 21-22, 2013|364]]
|[[364: April 21-22, 2013]]
|April 22, 2013
|April 23, 2013
|November 4, 2019
|[[:Category:Sandy Hook Investigation|Sandy Hook Investigation]]
|-
|[[368: November 11-12, 2019|368]]
|[[368: November 11-12, 2019]]
|November 11, 2019
|November 12, 2019
|November 13, 2019
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[375: November 29, 2019|375]]
|[[375: November 29, 2019]]
|November 29, 2019
|November 29, 2019
|December 2, 2019
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[385: January 6, 2020|385]]
|[[385: January 6, 2020]]
|January 6, 2020
|January 6, 2020
|January 8, 2020
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[386: January 8, 2020|386]]
|[[386: January 8, 2020]]
|January 8, 2020
|January 8, 2020
|January 10, 2020
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[518: January 7-8, 2021|518]]
|[[518: January 7-8, 2021]]
|January 7, 2021
|January 8, 2021
|January 11, 2021
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[520: January 12-13, 2021|520]]
|[[520: January 12-13, 2021]]
|January 12, 2021
|January 13, 2021
|January 15, 2021
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[634: July 11, 2003|634]]
|[[634: July 11, 2003]]
|July 11, 2003
|July 11, 2003
|January 7, 2022
|[[:Category:2003 Investigation|2003 Investigation]]
|-
|[[646: February 6, 2022|646]]
|[[646: February 6, 2022]]
|February 6, 2022
|February 6, 2022
|February 9, 2022
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[708: The Cuck-Destroyer Destroys The Stage|708]]
|[[708: The Cuck-Destroyer Destroys The Stage]]
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|July 30, 2022
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|[[779: January 9-12, 2004|779]]
|[[779: January 9-12, 2004]]
|January 9, 2004
|January 12, 2004
|February 22, 2023
|[[:Category:2003 Investigation|2003 Investigation]]
|-
|[[788: Mike Rothschild Returns|788]]
|[[788: Mike Rothschild Returns]]
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|March 24, 2023
|[[:Category:Knowledge Fight Interview|Knowledge Fight Interview]]
|-
|[[837: March 11, 2004|837]]
|[[837: March 11, 2004]]
|March 11, 2004
|March 11, 2004
|August 11, 2023
|[[:Category:2003 Investigation|2003 Investigation]]
|-
|[[940: July 1, 2024|940]]
|[[940: July 1, 2024]]
|July 1, 2024
|July 1, 2024
|July 5, 2024
|[[:Category:Present Day|Present Day]]
|-
|[[1030: Mystery Babylon 3 & 4|1030]]
|[[1030: Mystery Babylon 3 & 4]]
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|April 28, 2025
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|[[1039: Mystery Babylon 7|1039]]
|[[1039: Mystery Babylon 7|1039: Mystery Babylon #7]]
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|May 19, 2025
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