As a military build-up continues in the Middle East, President Donald Trump’s messaging remains ambiguous. What could, at this stage, head off conflict? Our series on America’s 250th birthday continues with a dive into our archive on the era leading up to civil war. And a couple of recommendations for the silver and the small screen.
Guests and host:
- Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent
- Annie Crabill, senior digital editor
- Alexandra Suich Bass, Culture editor
- Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”
Topics covered:
- Iran, nuclear deal, military build-up
- American history
- entertainment, “Dreams”, “Bridgerton”
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