S5 Ep10: It's Really Good and Really Bad (with Mark Leibovich)

This Town by Mark Leibovich is a witty and incisive critique of Washington D.C.'s elite, exposing the city's culture of self-promotion and the revolving door between politics and lucrative careers. The book delves into the lives of influential figures, highlighting the petty rivalries and hypocrisies within the Beltway. Leibovich's narrative is both entertaining and thought-provoking, offering a nuanced view of how Washington operates.

In 'Thank You for Your Service', David Finkel continues his narrative from 'The Good Soldiers' by following many of the same soldiers as they return home from their deployment in Iraq. The book delves into the intimate, painful, and hopeful moments of these veterans and their families as they try to recover from the traumas of war. Finkel explores the challenges faced by soldiers in resuming their lives, the impact on their families, and the efforts of professionals and organizations to help them. The book raises essential questions about what is asked of soldiers when they go to war and what society owes them upon their return.