Episode Appearances
The Daily · Jun 12, 2026
1979: How the U.S. and Iran Went From Allies to Enemies
“Guest discussing his book 'King of Kings' about U.S.-Iran relations and the Iranian Revolution.”
1953 Iranian coup and CIA interventionMohammad Reza Pahlavi (the Shah) and authoritarian modernizationAyatollah Khomeini and Islamic Revolution
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Inside Trump's Head · May 6, 2026
Why the White House Is Spiraling Over Trump’s War
“Author of 'King of Kings' about 1979 Iran revolution; wrote Times piece on current Iran conflict”
Iran-U.S. Military Conflict and Strait of Hormuz StandoffDrone Warfare Technology and Modern Military EconomicsOil Price Volatility and Energy Market Geopolitics
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The Daily Beast Podcast · May 6, 2026
Why the White House Is Spiraling Over Trump’s War
“Wrote 'King of Kings' about 1979 Iran revolution; Times piece comparing current Iran crisis”
Iran Nuclear Conflict and Strait of Hormuz StandoffOil Price Volatility and Economic ImpactDrone Warfare Technology and Military Strategy
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Anderson Cooper 360 · Apr 15, 2026
President Trump Hints at Further U.S-Iran Talks
“Author of 'King of Kings: The Iranian Revolution'; provides historical context on Iranian regime resilience and economic pressure ineffectiveness”
U.S.-Iran Nuclear Negotiations and JCPOA FrameworkStrait of Hormuz Blockade Effectiveness and International ShippingPresidential Communication Strategy During Active Conflict
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