10min chapter

William Ramsey Investigates cover image

Guns, Girls, and Greed: I Was a Blackwater Mercenary in Iraq, the New Book by Author Morgan Lerette.

William Ramsey Investigates

CHAPTER

Profits and Perils: Inside the Financial Complex of War

Exploring the financial dynamics of the military industrial complex in conflict zones like Iraq, this chapter reveals the stark contrast in profits between contractors and soldiers, highlighting the constant demand for weapons and military supplies. The discussion delves into the consequences of the American invasion in Iraq, leading to power struggles and destabilization in the Middle East that may endure for generations. Additionally, the experiences of mercenaries in Iraq shed light on the challenging situations they face, from rocket attacks to navigating volatile power dynamics.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode