About this episode

The episode discusses the complexities of military, intelligence, and diplomacy in conflict zones like Iran, Afghanistan, and Iraq, featuring insights from Lt. General Karen Gibson.

Why can't we just bomb our way to victory in Iran? Listen to Lt. General Karen Gibson, former Director of Intelligence for U.S. Central Command, tell tales of the three-legged stool of military, intel and diplomacy in Iran, Afghanistan, and Iraq – when things go well and when they do not.

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