Ibrahim Nash’at, a journalist and filmmaker who spent a year with Taliban leadership, shares his eye-opening experiences after the U.S. withdrawal. He highlights the Taliban's transformation and power dynamics, discussing the contradictions of Afghan women's rights amid ongoing conflict. Nash’at reflects on the challenges of authentically depicting the Afghan experience in his documentary, Hollywoodgate. He also critiques Western perceptions and explores the implications of military actions, revealing the Taliban's savvy use of propaganda in their resurgence.

Ibrahim Nash’at, an Egyptian filmmaker who embedded with Taliban soldiers, shares his riveting experiences from Afghanistan. He discusses the unique insights captured in his documentary, 'Hollywoodgate,' revealing the Taliban's transition from fighters to leaders. Topics include the challenges of journalism in hostile territories, the dark humor in observational filmmaking, and the absurdity of political meme culture. Nash’at critiques how Western sophistication contrasts with resilience in other cultures while reflecting on the implications of foreign interference on local lives.