Cash in Hand – First, we hear from an Australian manager for an Afghan development agency. Then, we look at the implications of Muqtada Al Sadr’s return to Iraq. Finally, we talk with a US Army sergeant about a Youtube video that he posted – and which has caused some…
A recent poll from Quinnipiac University found that for the first time since the U.S began its military involvement in Afghanistan a majority of Americans oppose military involvement in the country. Another recent poll from CNN found that 66% of Americans oppose U.S involvement in Iraq. But what exactly is…
Stateside – This week on War News Radio, we hear about the Boeing company, the controversy surrounding sexual assault in the military, and hear about public opinion polling in Iraq. Plus, a roundup of this week’s news. (mp3)
This week on War News Radio: “Embedded.” We learn about a new media program following Marines in Afghanistan. Then, we hear about the Australian military’s involvement in Afghanistan. Plus: This week’s news. (mp3)
Learning Experience – This week on War News Radio, we hear about the training of Afghan soldiers. Then, we speak with an Afghan journalist who studied at Swarthmore College. Next, we take a look at the role of foreign correspondents in today’s media. Finally, we talk to a Sniper who…
THIS WEEK ON WAR NEWS RADIO: VOICES OF INFLUENCE First, we hear about Muqtada al-Sadr’s return to Iraq. Then we talk to an author about moral panic before the US invasion of Iraq. Finally we listen stories of Iraqi refugees in Syria. All this, and the week’s news. (mp3)
THIS WEEK ON WAR NEWS RADIO: CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES First, we hear from a journalist about the recent wave of attacks in Iraq. Next, we learn about an American soldier missing in action. Finally, we visit an art exhibit focused on the war in Afghanistan.(mp3)
Talking Peace: First, we hear about Afghanistan’s Peace Jirga. Next, we find out how soldiers pass the time in Iraq and Afghanistan. Then, we learn about civilian trials for Guantanamo Bay detainees. Finally, we hear from the Afghan owner of a restaurant here in Swarthmore. (mp3) Movement in War:
via RussiaToday The US is pumping billions of dollars into regenerating Iraq. But with thousands there still living below the poverty line, many have yet to see any improvement in living standards. As RT’s Sebastian Myer reports, some are forced to live in dumping grounds, scavenging through waste just to…
Movement in War This week on War News Radio, we talk to Iraqis commuting in Baghdad, and examine how the conflict has turned the city’s streets into a transportation nightmare. Then, improvised explosive devices have been the biggest cause of US casualties in Iraq and Afghanistan for the last three…
