Fiasco

Sep 19, 2021 · 54m

Amidst the backdrop of the 1979 Iranian revolution, Jimmy Carter's failure to free American hostages sets the stage for Reagan's own hostage crisis.

Sep 26, 2021 · 54m

After Nicaragua, the Reagan Administration is convinced the Soviet Union is on the march; Lt Colonel Oliver North is tapped to support the Contras.

Oct 3, 2021 · 50m

A civil war in Lebanon results in a new hostage crisis; National Security Advisor Robert "Bud" McFarlane's proposal.

Oct 10, 2021 · 50m

Reagan's cabinet strikes an illegal weapons-for-hostages deal with an Iranian arms merchant; proceeds pay for the Nicaraguan civil war.

Oct 17, 2021 · 46m

Bizarre events in Iran and in Nicaragua, spark a frenzy among the press and public; Reagan's team debates how best to respond.

Oct 24, 2021 · 54m

The Justice Department launches an investigation into the Reagan administration's deals with Iran; one man is chosen to take the fall for the president.