Seth Harp

Seth Harp, an investigative journalist and author of "The Fort Bragg Cartel," shines a light on the tangled world of Afghan poppies and the drug trade. He delves into how U.S. military actions inadvertently bolstered a narco-state, affecting global heroin supply and addiction rates. The discussion critiques mainstream narratives around the Taliban's drug connections and their evolving policies on opium cultivation. Harp also connects these issues to broader geopolitical interventions, revealing the complex calculus behind international drug trafficking.

Seth Harp, a contributing editor at Rolling Stone and author of "The Fort Bragg Cartel," joins the discussion to unpack critical political currents. They explore how Nebraska's election rule could inadvertently support Kamala Harris, while questioning whether Trump can keep up with a rigorous rally schedule. Harp reveals the darker side of U.S. policy in Afghanistan, discussing how CIA actions fueled the heroin trade, intertwining it all with broader implications for American politics and economic reform.