Wikileaks founder Julian Assange speaks on the July release of the Afghanistan War Logs. Photo courtesy of the AP. First, we hear about the difficulties of media reporting on the Iraq War Logs. Anjali Cadambi and Sam Hirshman report. Then, we speak with media critics about Wikileaks, the organization that…
Former service members discharged under Don’t Ask Don’t Tell protest in front of the White House. Photo courtesy of the AP. First, We follow up on the status of the military’s Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy. Sam Hirshman and Duyen Nguyen report. Then, we speak with an Iraqi refugee adjusting…
First, we explore the popularity of Bollywood films in Afghanistan. Karim Sariahmed reports. Then, we talk to Afghans about the problems surrounding their country’s largest bank. Sam Hirshman has the story. Next, we cover the state of healthcare in Iraq. Amandine Lee reports. Finally, we talk with Sgt. Dunson about…
Medical professionals in Iraq going about their business. Photo courtesy of the AP We explore the trials and successes of health care in Iraq. Amandine Lee, Chloe Wittenberg, and Abdulla Mizead bring the story. Then, we hear about the legacy left by American troops after they pull out of Iraq.…
One of the dangers of living in a VIP neighborhood. Photo courtesy of the AP This week on War News Radio, we talk to ordinary Iraqis who live near high-profile figures. Karim Sariahmed and Bennet Goeckner report. Then, we look at a program that embeds social scientists with the military.…
Iraqis submitting job applications. Photo courtesy of AP. This week on War News Radio, we take a look at young Iraqis’ struggle to find work. Karim Sariahmed reports. Read the transcript here. Then, we hear from American soldiers about how they keep themselves entertained and release stress during their free…
US veteran sharing his thoughts with Warrior Writers. Photo courtesy of Warrior Writers. This week on War News Radio, we take a look at the Warrior Writers program, which helps US veterans channel their feelings and experiences through creative outlets. Jessie Arian reports. Then, we check up on the Afghan…
Iraqis protest against lack of electricity and high temperatures. Photo courtesy of Reuters. This week on War News Radio, we talk to Iraqis about how they deal with the unbearable summer heat. Kyle Crawford reports. Read the transcript here. Next, we examine the status of women in Afghanistan, how they…
A new member of the Iraqi Parliament in Baghdad. Photo courtesy of AP. This week on War News Radio, we look into why Iraq has still not been able to produce a government 5 months after the national elections. Amandine Lee reports. Read the transcript here. Then, we examine the…
An Iraqi women holding her passport. Photo courtesy of Reuters. This week on War News Radio, we talk to Iraqis about the difficulty of obtaining a passport. Jessie Arian reports. Read the transcript here. Then, we take a look at an Afghan school that emphasizes music training and hopes to…