Timesuck with Dan Cummins

412 - Saddam Hussein

Jul 22, 2024
Delving into Saddam Hussein's brutal reign and the US invasion of Iraq. Explore his luxurious lifestyle and tyrannical rule. Uncover the historical context of Iraq and Saddam's rise to power. Learn about the atrocities committed by Saddam and his regime, including the invasion of Kuwait. Discover the aftermath of the Second Gulf War and intriguing items related to Saddam. Laugh at humorous stories and heed serious allegations about a controversial cult.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
The Luxurious Tastes and Brutal Reign of Saddam Hussein
01:44 • 18min
3
The Historical Context and Early Life of Saddam Hussein
19:35 • 10min
4
Saddam Hussein's Childhood and Iraq's Entry into International Politics
29:29 • 6min
5
Iraq's Involvement in Conflict and Saddam Hussein's Rise to Power
35:34 • 25min
6
Saddam Hussein's Rise to Power
01:00:04 • 6min
7
The Rise and Atrocities of Saddam Hussein and his Regime
01:06:17 • 31min
8
Saddam Hussein's Quest for Power
01:37:03 • 6min
9
Iraq's Invasion of Kuwait to UN Resolution 1441
01:43:02 • 35min
10
The Buildup to the Invasion and Aftermath of the Second Gulf War
02:17:47 • 27min
11
Exploring Items Related to Saddam Hussein and TimeSucker Updates
02:44:56 • 2min
12
Stories about Humor, Heart, and Serious Allegations
02:47:03 • 3min
13
Updates and Anecdotes about a Controversial Cult
02:50:08 • 4min