# The Day Everything Went Wrong In Iran

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Podcast: [Unclassified With Preston Stewart and Ben Wheeler](https://stenobird.com/podcast/unclassified-with-preston-stewart-and-ben-wheeler-7563784)
Published: 2026-04-04T15:34:03+00:00
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Duration seconds: 4350

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The US Air Force Just Had Its Worst Day in Decades, losing several fighter jets and helicopters as it searches for a shot down pilot. Preston Stewart breaks down the efforts to find the pilot and what comes next in the Iran-US war. Unfiltered, unpolished, and undeniably engaging, Unclassified with Preston Stewart & Ben Wheeler brings global politics, geopolitics, and international relations to life. Join Preston and Ben as they break down the world's most pressing issues with a mix of sharp analysis, candid humor, and an occasional dose of chaos. Whether it's decoding international power plays or dissecting the latest global headlines, they cut through the noise to deliver smart, relatable conversations you actually want to listen to. Forget the monotony - this is global affairs for the rest of us. Preston Stewart: @PrestonStew_ on X, IG, and TikTok. Ben Wheeler: @BenTheWheeler on IG Chapters 00:00 Apologies and Reflections 02:51 Spring Break Adventures 05:27 Carnival Ideas and Local Events 08:13 Military Operations and Recent Incidents 10:54 Search and Rescue Operations 14:03 Iran's Military Capabilities 16:53 Lessons from Combat Experience 19:31 Total War Rhetoric and Its Implications 22:40 War Crimes and Accountability 25:17 Civilian Impact and Military Strategy 27:53 Domestic Political Changes 30:40 Reflections on Leadership and Accountability 37:10 Presidential Records and Legal Controversies 40:08 Birthright Citizenship and Supreme Court Challenges 43:46 Political Landscape and Republican Party Dynamics 47:21 Military Leadership Changes and Implications 49:15 Impact of the Iran Conflict on Global Defense 53:01 Historical Lessons from Military Engagements 56:36 Special Operations and Nuclear Material Retrieval

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