Factual America

America’s 20-Year Lie: What Bodyguard of Lies Reveals

September 24, 2025·51 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

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 Documentary06:39 – Misleading the Public09:47 – Revealing Audio Tapes11:28 – Early Doubts About the War19:26 – Financial Stakes in the War23:35 – Corruption and Cash Flow29:25 – Missed Opportunities for Peace32:21 – Voices of the Afghan People36:16 – Remote Filming Challenges40:08 –Final Lies of the War45:18 –Hope for the Future50:30 – What’s next and signing off

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