Glenn Greenwald

Glenn Edward Greenwald (born March 6, 1967) is an American journalist, author, and former attorney known for his influential reporting on global surveillance revelations as well as various controversies and speculated conspiracies. He has been a prominent, if contentious, figure in the realm of journalistic integrity and non-traditional platforms, often drawing ire and praise in equal measure for his outspoken opinions and investigative work.

Career

Greenwald gained international recognition with his reporting on documents released by former National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden, showcasing the extent of global surveillance conducted by the NSA. This pivotal work earned him numerous journalistic accolades, including a Pulitzer Prize. In 2014, he co-founded The Intercept, a news organization dedicated to adversarial journalism.

Controversies and Conspiracies

Over the years, Greenwald has been a polarizing figure, attracting both followers and critics. His outspoken critique of mainstream media often delves into themes some classify as conspiratorial, especially regarding American foreign policy and government transparency. Critics argue that his rhetoric sometimes aligns with unsubstantiated or fringe theories, although Greenwald insists that his skepticism and critiques are grounded in factual discrepancies he perceives within mainstream narratives.

Connections to Alex Jones and Infowars

Greenwald has notably appeared on various alternative media platforms, including Alex Jones's Infowars, a site known for promoting conspiracy theories. While Greenwald maintains that engaging with these platforms provides an opportunity to reach different audiences and challenge mainstream silos, critics argue that it lends credibility to controversial and often discredited narratives. This affiliation has fueled additional controversy, questioning the boundaries between journalistic boldness and conspiracy promotion.

Personal Life

A staunch advocate for civil liberties, Greenwald is also noted for his work on LGBTQ rights. He resides in Brazil with his husband, David Miranda, a city council member and politician who has also been involved in numerous political controversies.

External Links

• Glenn Greenwald on Twitter
• Glenn Greenwald at The Intercept

Relevant Episodes by Release Date

No.	Title	Coverage start date	Coverage end date	Air date	Episode type
19	19: March 3, 2017	March 3, 2017	March 3, 2017	March 6, 2017	Present Day
88	88: The 2015 Investigation Ends	December 16, 2015	December 30, 2015	October 2, 2017	2015 Investigation
105	105: March 18, 2014	March 18, 2014	March 18, 2014	November 22, 2017	Time Travel
135	135: The Wikileaks Press Conference	October 4, 2016	October 4, 2016	March 9, 2018	Time Travel
194	194: February 22-24, 2009	February 22, 2009	February 24, 2009	August 17, 2018	Tea Party Investigation
312	312: February 10-13, 2013	February 10, 2013	February 13, 2013	June 24, 2019	Sandy Hook Investigation
333	333: August 16, 2019	August 16, 2019	August 16, 2019	August 21, 2019	Present Day
349	349: April 15-16, 2013	April 15, 2013	April 16, 2013	September 30, 2019	Sandy Hook Investigation
391	391: January 22, 2020	January 22, 2020	January 22, 2020	January 24, 2020	Present Day
508	508: December 1-2, 2020	December 1, 2020	December 2, 2020	December 4, 2020	Present Day
586	586: August 11-12, 2021	August 11, 2021	August 12, 2021	August 16, 2021	Present Day
664	664: Formulaic Objections Part 5			March 30, 2022	Formulaic Objections
695	695: June 22, 2022	June 22, 2022	June 22, 2022	June 24, 2022	Present Day
705	705: The Knowledge Fight Battle Kitchen			July 24, 2022	Wacky Wednesday
706	706: Photobombing And Sweating			July 27, 2022	Present Day
707	707: Dan's War			July 29, 2022	Documentary
708	708: The Cuck-Destroyer Destroys The Stage			July 30, 2022
709	709: 2 Dan's 2 War			July 31, 2022	Documentary
710	710: Elizabeth Williamson Returns			August 2, 2022	Knowledge Fight Interview
713	713: Chatting With Becca Lewis			August 9, 2022	Knowledge Fight Interview
714	714: Trial Recap, Part 1			August 11, 2022	Formulaic Objections
717	717: August 17, 2022	August 17, 2022	August 17, 2022	August 24, 2022	Present Day
719	719: August 19, 2022	August 19, 2022	August 19, 2022	August 29, 2022	Present Day
734	734: October 9, 2022	October 9, 2022	October 9, 2022	October 12, 2022	Present Day
736	736: Reflections on a Verdict			October 15, 2022	Knowledge Fight Interview, Formulaic Objections
738	738: Taking a Powder With Chowder			October 17, 2022	Present Day, InfoWars Interview
743	743: October 29-30, 2022	October 29, 2022	October 30, 2022	November 4, 2022	Present Day
749	749: December 1-2, 2003	December 1, 2003	December 2, 2003	November 21, 2022	2003 Investigation
750	750: Formulaic Objections Part 11			November 23, 2022	Formulaic Objections
767	767: January 12, 2023	January 12, 2023	January 12, 2023	January 16, 2023	Present Day
816	816: Tucker, The Man And His Twitter- Episode 1			June 12, 2023	Tucker Carlson Series
830	830: July 16, 2023	July 16, 2023	July 16, 2023	July 21, 2023	Present Day
887	887: Jon Ronson Returns			January 10, 2024	Knowledge Fight Interview
888	888: The Debate Of The Century, Part 1			January 12, 2024	InfoWars Interview
889	889: The Debate Of The Century, Part 2			January 15, 2024	InfoWars Interview
894	894: Chatting With Brian Stelter			January 31, 2024	Knowledge Fight Interview
896	896: February 2, 2024	February 2, 2024	February 2, 2024	February 5, 2024	Present Day
902	902: February 21, 2024	February 21, 2024	February 21, 2024	February 23, 2024	Present Day
930	930: May 30-June 1, 2024	May 30, 2024	June 1, 2024	June 3, 2024	Present Day
1024	1024: March 11, 2025	March 11, 2025	March 11, 2025	April 11, 2025	Present Day