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Americans were shocked to learn that one of our own had fought for the Taliban. Emerging froma gruesome battle at the end of the Afghan War onto the evening news, the so-called American Taliban would become linked inextricably to the CIA paramilitary who interrogated him, All-American Hero Mike Spann, who died in that battle, beaten and tortured to death. Public opinion was one of outrage

Munoz provides new insight into Benazir Bhutto’s unprecedented rise and an unflinching, minute-by-minute narrative of the assassination itself. With impeccable research, Munoz also situates Bhutto in the decades-long history of U.S.-Pakistan relations and the emergence of global terrorism, pinpointing her death as the moment when those relations changed forever. The result is a gripping narrative of Pakistan’s turbulent political realities and the death of its leading politician.

Signing Their Rights Away chronicles a moment in American history when our elected officials knew how to compromise - and put aside personal gain for the greater good of the nation. These men were just as quirky and flawed as the elected officials we have today: Hugh Williamson believed in aliens, Robert Morris went to prison, Jonathan Dayton stole $18,000 from Congress, and Thomas Mifflin was ruined by alcohol. Yet somehow these imperfect men managed to craft the world’s most perfect Constitution.

Welcome to Break Away USA, where we invite you to join us on a captivating journey through the intricate tapestry of American politics and culture. Join Fabian, Michael and Gentry, as they explore issues shaping the lives of everyday Americans. In each episode, we take a deep dive into the pressing political and cultural matters that impact our great nation. Whether it's dissecting the latest policy decisions, analyzing the cultural movements that are shaping our society, or engaging with experts and thought leaders, Break Away USA is your source for thought-provoking discussions.

Before the slogans and the selfies and the campaign launch comes the part nobody tells you about the kitchen table conversation. Because when you run, your family runs to the long nights, the missed dinners, the strangers with opinions, it all becomes part of their world. So in this premiere episode, we're talking about what to do before you decide to run, how to bring your family into the decision early, what to ask, and how to know if everyone is ready for the ride. So grab your coffee, your campaign notebook, and maybe your family therapist and let's get into it.

Hello guys! This podcast will include details that are relatable to Nigerians and other Africans around the world. We will discuss controversial topics including relationships, politics, music, friendships, tribalism, colorism, and so on. This podcast will be purely based on vibes with special guests.

Behind our democracy lurks a powerful but unaccountable network of people who wield massive power and reap huge profits in the process. In exposing this shadowy and complex system that dominates our lives, Owen Jones sets out on a journey into the heart of our Establishment, from the lobbies of Westminster to the newsrooms, boardrooms and trading rooms of Fleet Street and the City.

From widespread unemployment and mounting international hostilities, every day we are swept into more political chaos—so one brave man looks to the Star Wars universe for answers to our most urgent problems. “You can’t stop the change — anymore than you can stop the sun from setting.”...

A fresh alternative in daily news featuring critical conversations, live reports from the field, and listener participation. The Takeaway provides a breadth and depth of world, national, and regional news coverage that is unprecedented in public media.