In The East Wing

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In The East Wing

Stories of espionage, war, and politics, with a primary focus on the Middle East. This podcast will bring together individuals who were involved in the region in different capacities and lived long enough to tell their stories. This will be raw, balanced, and undeniably suspenseful. Join Abdullah Najjar, as he takes you through a journey to a different world. A podcast by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2.

Episodes

  1. My 20-Year-Long Journey in the Air Force

    19 HR. AGO

    My 20-Year-Long Journey in the Air Force

    This Episode explores the story of Jason Riddle, who was in the air force for 20 years and experienced deployments pre and post 9/11. Jason delves into a lot of the specifics of his deployments to Afghanistan, Kuwait, and other places. He was also involved with NATO its campaign in Libya in 2011. The is the longest episode recorded In the East Wing so far. ★ Support this podcast ★

    2h 27m
  2. Hamas, Al-Quaeda, Benghazi, & More with Sarah Adams

    OCT 22

    Hamas, Al-Quaeda, Benghazi, & More with Sarah Adams

    Sarah Adams, a former CIA targeter, joins Abdullah in the East Wing, where they talk about Hamas, Al-Quaeda, Benghazi, and other subjects. She is the co-author of the book Benghazi: Know thy enemy, and she also served as served as the Senior Advisor to the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee on Benghazi. ★ Support this podcast ★

    57 min
  3. From the USSR to War Journalism

    OCT 16

    From the USSR to War Journalism

    Angelika Regossi guides us through her career in War journalism that started after her escape from the USSR. She has covered the fall of Yugoslavia, the war in Iraq, the Russia-Georgia war, and other dangerous conflicts. Her life has been filled with so many unconventional experiences, and it is an honor to have her on The East Wing. Angelika Regossi's books ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 27m
  4. The Middle East & a Sprinkle of Stoicism

    OCT 10

    The Middle East & a Sprinkle of Stoicism

    Mick Mulroy joins Abdullah Najjar to talk about the intense situation that the Middle East is currently experiencing, especially with recent developments in Lebanon. In addition to talking about the Middle East, Abdullah and Mick explore a fair bit of Stoicism in their conversation. Mick, a stoic, is a former Paramilitary operations officer, a US Marine, and a former deputy assistant secretary of Defense for the Middle East. ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 10m
  5. Shadow Wars and Black Ops

    SEP 18

    Shadow Wars and Black Ops

    Abdullah Talks to Ric Prado, a shadow warrior who spent 24 years with the CIA. His journey has taken him from the jungles of Nicaragua to the tough terrain of Afghanistan and other countries. From being a Cuban orphan in the US to becoming one of the most well-known CIA officers, Ric takes us through his life journey and its different intricacies in this 1-hour and 20-minute long conversation. ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 22m
  6. Leaving the Defense Intelligence Agency and the Future of Israel & Gaza

    SEP 4

    Leaving the Defense Intelligence Agency and the Future of Israel & Gaza

    A conversation with Harrison Mann, a Jewish army major who decided to resign from the Defense Intelligence Agency over the Biden administration's handling of Gaza. Mann takes us through his background in joining the military, his career in intelligence, his trips to the region, and his resignation.  ★ Support this podcast ★

    43 min
  7. Why I Resigned from the US Air Force

    AUG 31

    Why I Resigned from the US Air Force

    This is a conversation with Riley Livermore, a military veteran who resigned from the Air Force as a result of the Biden administration's policy regarding the situation in Gaza. Riley spent 16 years in the Air Force, during which he got to spend 2 years in Israel from 2016 to 2018. In this episode, we talk about his background, his years in the military, his experience in the Middle East, and the decision he made to finally pull the plug.  ★ Support this podcast ★

    57 min
  8. Afghanistan and the Fall with Veteran Journalist Kathy Gannon

    AUG 29

    Afghanistan and the Fall with Veteran Journalist Kathy Gannon

    In this conversation with Kathy Gannon, a veteran journalist, we take a deep dive into her experience with Afghanistan. We talk about the Mujahedeen Vs. the soviets, the US invasion, the pullout, and her role as a war journalist who has dedicated her life to reporting from some of the most dangerous areas in the world. This is unfiltered, raw, and very real. certain subjects might be sensitive to some people, so please be advised.  ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 46m
  9. Official Promo of "In The East Wing"

    AUG 23

    Official Promo of "In The East Wing"

    "In the East Wing" will provide a raw depiction of the Middle East through the eyes of the those who experienced the region in different capacities. Abdullah Najjar, a Libyan young man with a deep interest in the region, will be hosting this brand new podcast in collaboration with WKNC 88.1.  ★ Support this podcast ★

    28 sec

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Stories of espionage, war, and politics, with a primary focus on the Middle East. This podcast will bring together individuals who were involved in the region in different capacities and lived long enough to tell their stories. This will be raw, balanced, and undeniably suspenseful. Join Abdullah Najjar, as he takes you through a journey to a different world. A podcast by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2.

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    WKNC 88.1 | NC State Student Radio
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
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    © 2024 WKNC 88.1 | NC State Student Radio
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