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Craig Unger on the U.S. and Saudi Arabia: Frenemies 14 Years after 9/11

Craig Unger on the U.S. and Saudi Arabia: Frenemies 14 Years after 9/11

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Craig Unger on the U.S. and Saudi Arabia: Frenemies 14 Years after 9/11

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Length:
31 minutes
Released:
Sep 14, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description


Last week marked 14 years since the attacks of 9/11, the reverberations of which will certainly be felt well into the future. But for all the impact and tragedy of the attacks, there is still so much that remains unanswered, and unanswered for. Here to lend some insight is American journalist Craig Unger, whose bestselling books include House of Bush, House of Saud, a book that explores the relationship between the Bush family (including its various advisors and functionaries) and the Saudi royal family. 



Unger’s work drew attention to several unresolved questions about the Bush administration’s response to the attacks, and how we found ourselves mired in a global military project known as the War on Terror. In conversation with Josh Zepps, Unger looks at the radical religious ideology of the Saudis, its ongoing and confusing alliance with the U.S., and the complications brought on by conflicts with Iran and ISIS.
Released:
Sep 14, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

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Launched in 2005, Point of Inquiry is the premier podcast of the Center for Inquiry. Point of Inquiry critically examines topics in science, religion, philosophy, and politics. Each episode takes on a specific issue and features in-depth discussions with leading scientists, researchers, and writers.