Operation PatCon: Arctic Frost EXPLAINED: FBI, CIA & Domestic Infiltration | 9/18/25

In this At the Mic: Deep Dive with Keith Malinak episode, Keith sits down with Col. Roxanne Towner Watkins to unravel the hidden history of Operation PatCon and the newly resurfaced “Arctic Frost.” Together, they expose how intelligence agencies like the FBI and CIA infiltrated political groups, manipulated narratives, and blurred the line between surveillance and provocation. 

From Iran-Contra and Operation Gladio to Ruby Ridge, Waco, and the Oklahoma City bombing, the conversation highlights how government infiltration shaped the story of “domestic terrorism.” The episode also traces international threads—spanning covert operations in the Philippines, alleged gold smuggling, and the evolution of media narratives that continue to influence politics today.

Expect a candid, unapologetic deep dive filled with historical context, shocking revelations, and cultural commentary that challenges what you thought you knew about political resistance and infiltration. If you care about truth in media, free speech, and accountability, this conversation will resonate long after

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• 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Show 
• 02:49 Discussion on Operation PatCon and Arctic Frost 
• 06:08 Exploring Operation Gladio and Its Connections 
• 08:52 The Role of the FBI and CIA in Domestic Operations 
• 12:10 The Impact of Historical Events on Modern Politics 
• 14:56 The Narrative of Domestic Terrorism 
• 18:00 Infiltration of Patriot Groups by Government Agencies 
• 20:55 The Consequences of Operation PatCon
• 24:09 The Connection to Oklahoma City and Other Events 
• 27:02 The Role of Gold and the Philippines in U.S. Operations 
• 29:55 The Future of Political Resistance and Infiltration 33:00 Conclusion and Next Steps 

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