Jonathan Rugman
Documentary maker and author of 'The Killing in the Consulate', investigating the life and death of Jamal Khashoggi. Also the producer of the BBC2 documentary 'The Crown Prince'.
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Aug 24, 2025 • 32min
217. Mohammed bin Salman – Saudi Arabia (2017-)
Jonathan Rugman, a documentary maker and author, dives deep into the life and reign of Mohammed bin Salman, the controversial Saudi ruler. He discusses MBS's balancing act between progressive reforms and authoritarianism while examining the chilling assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Rugman sheds light on Saudi Arabia's economic transformation under Vision 2030, the ruler's popularity bolstered by social media, and the complex international relationships shaping the kingdom's future.
Aug 21, 2024 • 29min
Mohammed bin Salman: The unstoppable prince?
Jonathan Rugman, a journalist and producer of a documentary on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, delves into the prince's extraordinary rise to power and his ambitious modernization plans for the kingdom. He discusses MBS's controversial leadership style and the implications of his cultural investments, including the infamous $450 million art acquisition. Rugman also addresses the troubling story of Jamal Khashoggi's murder and how it casts a shadow over MBS’s global image, while highlighting the influence of a new generation on Saudi identity.
