Explore the shocking truth behind the Afghanistan War in our deep dive into Bodyguard of Lies. We uncover decades of government deception and falsehoods, featuring never-before-seen insider testimonies that reveal how the public was misled. We speak with director Dan Krauss about making the documentary and exposing the cover-up behind one of the longest wars in U.S. history.

If you’re interested in uncovering hidden truths, understanding U.S. foreign policy failures, or learning what really happened in Afghanistan, this episode is for you.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

03:58 – The Story Behind the Documentary

06:39 – Misleading the Public

09:47 – Revealing Audio Tapes

11:28 – Early Doubts About the War

19:26 – Financial Stakes in the War

23:35 – Corruption and Cash Flow

29:25 – Missed Opportunities for Peace

32:21 – Voices of the Afghan People

36:16 – Remote Filming Challenges

40:08 –Final Lies of the War

45:18 –Hope for the Future

50:30 – What’s next and signing off