We're sunsetting PodQuest on 2025-07-28. Thank you for your support!
Export Podcast Subscriptions
cover of episode Serial S02 - Ep. 6: 5 O’Clock Shadow

Serial S02 - Ep. 6: 5 O’Clock Shadow

2016/2/4
logo of podcast Serial

Serial

AI Deep Dive AI Chapters Transcript
People
J
Jason Deem
Topics
Bowe Bergdahl: 伯格达尔详细描述了他在阿富汗服役期间的经历,以及他对军队领导层的不满。他认为领导层的失职和不合理的命令,以及对士兵心理健康的忽视,最终导致他做出了离开部队的决定。他强调自己并非出于自私,而是为了保护战友的安全,并试图引起对军队内部问题的关注。他认为自己所经历的事件,以及他所目睹的军队内部的混乱和不公正,迫使他采取了极端措施。他希望通过离开部队,来引起上级对这些问题的重视,并最终改善士兵的处境。 Sarah Koenig: 科尼格作为播客主持人,客观地呈现了伯格达尔的故事,并试图从多角度分析事件的真相。她采访了伯格达尔及其战友,将军,以及其他相关人士,收集了大量的证据和证词,力求还原事件的全貌。她指出,伯格达尔的离开并非简单的叛逃,而是与军队领导层的失职,以及士兵在阿富汗战争中的困境密切相关。 General Kenneth Doll, Greg Leatherman, Jason Fried, Shame Cross, Z Borrow, Josh Quarter, Austin Langford, Dell Hanson, Ken Wolf, Clint Baker, Jason Deem, Hillary Clinton, Bill Murray: 这些证人从不同的角度提供了关于伯格达尔及其部队在阿富汗服役期间的经历,以及对军队领导层和反叛乱行动的评价。他们的证词证实了伯格达尔所描述的军队内部问题,例如领导层的沟通不畅,对士兵心理健康的忽视,以及反叛乱行动的混乱和低效。他们也表达了对伯格达尔行为的各种看法,既有理解也有批评。

Deep Dive

Chapters
Bowe Bergdahl was a dedicated soldier who valued discipline and leadership. He was known for studying the Ranger Handbook, volunteering for extra duty, and maintaining his equipment meticulously. However, he was also an introvert with a unique approach to social interactions, preferring facts over casual conversations.
  • Bowe Bergdahl was a squared away soldier, dedicated to his duties and eager to join Special Forces.
  • He was an introvert who prioritized facts and logic over casual conversations.
  • Bergdahl's pipe smoking and classical music preferences set him apart from his fellow soldiers.
  • He was disappointed by the lack of hardship and the perceived lack of discipline he observed in his unit.

Shownotes Transcript

Why did Bowe Bergdahl walk off? 

To get full access to this show, and to other Serial Productions and New York Times podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribe at nytimes.com/podcasts).

To find out about new shows from Serial Productions, and get a look behind the scenes, sign up for our newsletter at nytimes.com/serialnewsletter.)

Have a story pitch, a tip, or feedback on our shows? Email us at [email protected]