September 13, 1979

The Tomorrow Show: Season 7: Episode 8

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September 13, 1979

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NBC | Air Date: September 13, 1979
Summary: Host Tom Snyder's guests are Peter Wyden, author of "The Bay of Pigs: The Untold Story" discusses his theory that the true story of the invasion was covered up because it was embarrassing for the U.S. Government. He says Cuban exiles were kept out of planning and the first men ashore were CIA agents. He says U.S. ships were fired upon andHost Tom Snyder's guests are Peter Wyden, author of "The Bay of Pigs: The Untold Story" discusses his theory that the true story of the invasion was covered up because it was embarrassing for the U.S. Government. He says Cuban exiles were kept out of planning and the first men ashore were CIA agents. He says U.S. ships were fired upon and almost fired back. He believes CIA director Allen Dulles gave JFK distorted information. Crucial orders in the invasion were never written down. He spoke with Castro who regards it as one of Cuba's greatest hours. He says Castro is so dependent on the Soviets that if they want their troops on Cuban soil he must go along. Former game show host Art James is no longer on commercial TV but he says he stages mock game shows for businesses. Questions asked are relevant to products involved and contestants are rewarded for their knowledge. He says current game shows are high on entertainment but low on cerebral content. Expand
Genre(s): Talk & Interview

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