Surviving the Taliban with Lynne O'Donnell and Alexander Nazaryan on Lawfare's Influence in Politics

Jan 31, 2025

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by award-winning journalist Lynne O'Donnell, who shares the harrowing details of her capture by the Taliban and what the world is overlooking in Afghanistan. Next, Alexander Nazaryan breaks down the growing influence of lawfare and how it's reshaping liberalism and American politics. Finally, Tucson Fire Captain Travis North gives us a firsthand look at how first responders handle crises like the DCA tragedy—and the lasting toll it takes on them. Stream these eye-opening conversations and more, only on Breaking Battlegrounds!

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About our guests:

Lynne O'Donnell is an author, journalist, and broadcaster, specializing in South and Central Asian affairs, war, and terrorism. You can read her work on Substack at Lynne O'Donnell and follow her on X @lynneKodonnell.

Alexander Nazaryan writes about politics, culture and science. You can follow him on X @alexnazaryan.

Travis North is the Tucson Fire Captain.

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