In this engaging discussion, David Pell, a writer and podcaster, joins Robert to explore the life of Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), the controversial Saudi crown prince. They dissect MBS's privileged upbringing in the House of Saud, revealing how his sheltered childhood influenced his sense of entitlement and ambition. The duo navigates the complexities of Saudi oil dependency, the flawed employment system, and MBS's early rebellious nature. They also delve into family dynamics and significant power shifts, foreshadowing MBS's ruthless rise in the political landscape.
