General Albert Stubblebine

Albert "Bert" Newton Stubblebine III (February 6, 1930 – February 6, 2017) was a retired Major General in the United States Army, best known for his interest in parapsychology and experimentation with psychic phenomena. He served as the commanding general of the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) from 1981 to 1984. Stubblebine was a controversial figure who garnered attention for his views on various conspiracy theories and his association with media personality Alex Jones.

Military Career

Stubblebine had a distinguished military career, with notable contributions to Army intelligence. He was involved in various classified programs and was recognized for his emphasis on technological and human-centered approaches to intelligence gathering.

Psychic and Paranormal Experiments

During his tenure at INSCOM, Stubblebine was an advocate for exploring human potential, including psychic abilities. He played a pivotal role in the development of the Army's remote viewing program, famously depicted in the book and film The Men Who Stare at Goats. His belief in the potential of psychic phenomena to aid military operations was a subject of both intrigue and skepticism.

Controversies and Conspiracies

Post-retirement, Stubblebine became an outspoken proponent of various conspiracy theories. He was notable for questioning the official accounts of the September 11 attacks, claiming that the collapse of the World Trade Center had characteristics of a controlled demolition. His views on 9/11 have been widely criticized and categorized as fringe theories.

Connection with Alex Jones

Stubblebine appeared on Alex Jones' media platforms, where he shared his views on the U.S. government's involvement in the 9/11 attacks and other conspiracy theories. His association with Jones helped amplify his claims, contributing to the dissemination of conspiracy theories through Jones' large audience.

Legacy

Stubblebine's career and subsequent promotion of conspiracy theories have left a controversial legacy, prompting discussions about the intersection of military intelligence and alternative beliefs. While his ideas have attracted a following among conspiracy theorists, they remain largely discredited by mainstream academics and professionals.

Personal Life

Stubblebine was married to Dr Rima Laibow, a psychiatrist known for her interest in holistic medicine and alternative therapies. Together, they were involved in advocacy on various health-related issues, occasionally intertwining with conspiracy claims.

External links

• Profile of General Stubblebine

Relevant Episodes by Release Date

No.	Title	Coverage start date	Coverage end date	Air date	Episode type
288	288: January 7-9, 2013	January 7, 2013	January 9, 2013	April 24, 2019	Sandy Hook Investigation
394	394: January 31, 2020	January 31, 2020	January 31, 2020	February 3, 2020	Present Day