The podcast episodes discuss the FBI's role and actions in two significant historical events: the Waco siege and the legacy of J. Edgar Hoover, the long-serving director of the FBI.

The episode '07: The Waco Siege | Red Thread' examines the FBI's tactics and aggressive approach during the 51-day standoff with the Branch Davidian religious group, which ultimately resulted in a tragic final assault and over 80 deaths.

The episode '119: The Petty Creep who led the FBI | The Dark History of J. Edgar Hoover' provides an in-depth look at J. Edgar Hoover's controversial career as the director of the FBI, exploring his use of unethical and illegal methods to amass power and maintain control over the agency.